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MESSAGE FROM THE RABBI
Dear Members of Or Chadash,
As spring arrives here in the Northern Hemisphere, thoughts turn to the renewal of the earth's plants. The daffodils are already up at Or Chadash. Though our weekly Torah portion comes from the Book of Leviticus and speaks of sacrifice, my mind is drawn to the events of the past week in New Zealand and a very different Torah portion -- one that also speaks of the renewal of the earth: Noah.
After the bleakness of winter, there is the burst of the colors of spring. And after the devastation from the Floodwaters, the story of Noah in Genesis teaches that there is a new opportunity for Noah and his family to rebuild.
The rabbis teach in a Midrash an elaboration on the seven Noahide laws that our tradition says are basic human obligations. In response to this sense of basic humanity, the 20th century French Jewish philosopher Emmanuel Levinas spoke of the "commanding presence of the Face of the Other." We MUST, he taught, treat one another with a sense of compassion for their humanity. Why? Because we are commanded to do so by the simple fact of their existence.
Here is a contemporary rendering of the rabbi's of our tradition's reading of the Laws of Noah.
Noah's Family's Seven Commandments
- Idolatry (worshipping objects made by people) is forbidden.Everyone is commanded to know that one God is the source of all that exists.
- People are holy beings and must be treated with absolute respect. Individuals and families must be protected from harm.
- Murder is forbidden.The life of every human being is sacred.
- Words are powerful (they can hurt and they can heal), and cursing the name of God is forbidden.We must watch what we say, as language is a distinctive sign which separates human beings from animals.
- Stealing is forbidden.The world is not ours to do with as we please.
- Eating the flesh of a living animal is forbidden.This teaches us that no one should be cruel to animals. (This was commanded to Noah for the first time along with the permission of eating meat.)
- Mankind is commanded to establish courts of justice and rules so everyone is treated fairly and to enforce the first six laws and enact any other useful laws or customs.
In our encounters with others, let us try to see the face of humanity in everyone. Happy spring and Happy PURIM!!
Shalom,
Rabbi Joe Forman
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THIS WEEK
'S SCHEDULE
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Thursday March 21st
7th Grade - 4:30 - 6:00 PM
SHABBAT WORSHIP
Friday, March 22nd at 7:00 PM
OC Book Swap - Sponsored by Sisterhood
(See details below.)
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Sunday, March 24th
9:00 AM- 12 Noon - Grades 3-6
10:15 AM - 12 Noon - Grades K-2
KUP O' JOE
Sunday, March 24th 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
10th GRADE CONFIRMATION CLASS MEETING (NO LUNCH)
Sunday March 24th - 12 PM Noon - 1:00 PM
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WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED
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SOCIAL ACTION SHABBAT with Dr. KAREN GAFFNEY
THE PURIM CARNIVAL AT OR CHADASH
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS IN MARCH
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A NEW EVENT SPONSORED BY OR CHADASH SISTERHOOD
FRIDAY, MARCH 22nd at 7:00 PM
Shabbat Services and Book Swap
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OC Putt-Putt Golf Challenge
SATURDAY, MARCH 30th 12 NOON to 4 PM
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| PRESIDENTIAL VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD |
Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)
The PVSA recognizes U.S. citizens who have achieved the required number of hours of service over a 12-month time period. The awards are offered in multiple levels and include bronze, silver, and gold, based on the number of service hours completed and the age of the volunteer. In order for you or your child to have qualifying hours, Or Chadash must be the recipient of the volunteer service or a facilitator of the service. All service must be unpaid, volunteer, and take place within the one year period specified.
PLEASE NOTE: The next qualifying period is from March 1, 2018 - February 28, 2019.
Required online paperwork needs to be completed by April 1, 2019.
Please reach out to Cindy Stoter,
chstoter@comcast.net, if you would like more information, for forms to document services hours, and for any additional questions.
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What is AmazonSmile?
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, you'll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that the
AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price of eligible products to Or Chadash.
How do I shop at AmazonSmile?
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to make it even easier to return and start your shopping at AmazonSmile. Tens of millions of products on AmazonSmile are eligible for donations. You will see eligible products marked "Eligible for AmazonSmile donation" on their product detail pages..
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February was a busy time for the Scrip Program. We had 14 members place orders for scrip which earned Or Chadash just over $350! Thanks so much!
It's never too late to get in on this fundraising gem! Scrip is another name for gift cards, and when you sign up to buy them on the shopwithscrip website, every purchase you make earns Or Chadash much-needed (free) funds. There are hundreds of retailers, offering varying percentages back to Or Chadash. And Or Chadash shares the benefits with you as credit on your dues. This is truly a win-win opportunity! Take a look at the shopwithscrip website, and please contact Christine Berg with any questions:
cberg3@comcast.net. Happy shopping!
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SHABBAT SERVICES
Friday, March 22nd - 7:00 PM
Book Swap Shabbat
Yahrzeits to be observed:
Gertrude Frankel
Stanley Gold
Irving Falk
Herbert Ringel
Friday, March 29th - 7:00 PM
Yahrzeits to be observed:
Bernard Woir
Valentna Geylur
Betty Roberts
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RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Thursday, March 21st
7th Grade - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Sunday, March 24th
Grades 3-6 - 9:00 AM - 12 Noon
Grades K-2 - 10:15 AM - 12 Noon
Thursday, March 28th
Thursday, April 4th
No Religious School
Sunday, April 7th
Grades 3-6 - begin at 9:00 AM
Grades K-2 - begin at 10:15 AM
Thursday, April 11th
7th/
8th/9th/10th Grades - 6:30 PM - 8:15PM
Sunday, April 14th
Grades 3-6 - begin at 9:00 AM
Grades K-2 - begin at 10:15 AM
Temple Tots - 11:00 AM - 12 Noon
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LIFELONG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
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KUP* O' JOE - Adult Education:
Caffeinated Conversations
with Rabbi Forman
Join Rabbi Forman on Selected Sundays at 11 AM to 12 PM to discuss Jewish thought, practices and world events.
All are welcome.
Upcoming Winter Dates:
March 24th
April 7th
More information coming soon!
*Yiddish for "head"
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SISTERHOOD
Join us on Sundays for an easy stroll from 10:15-11:00 AM. Refreshments and chat until 12 PM. All are welcome.
Upcoming 2019 Spring Dates:
April 14th
May 5th
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OR CHADASH TEMPLE YOUTH GROUP (OCTY)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
(all events are from 12 Noon to 1:00 PM)
April 14: Bagel-Off Taste Test. Come for a taste test of bagels from different local bagel places. And say goodbye to the seniors!
May 19: Mitzvah Day. Save the date! Come out to Or Chadash to lend a hand to make our community better for all.
Any questions, please contact:
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IN THE COMMUNITY...
Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center -
Jewish LIFE Program Information
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LIFECYCLE EVENTS
REFUAH SH'LEIMA (GET WELL) TO...
Fran Hack
Howard Shapiro (father of Joy Gray)
Shirley Jaffee &
Ira Jaffee
Donald Kantor
Elliot Rosen
SHELOSHIM FOR...
Mitchell Corey (brother of Faith Fuhrman) died February 22nd, 2019
In order to help us be a more caring community,
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HOW TO REACH US
Rabbi Joseph M. Forman (
Rabbi)
OR CHADASH OFFICE
Phone: 908-806-2122
OFFICE HOURS - please call in advance
Tuesdays: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Wednesdays: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursdays: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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