Shabbat Emor
May 14, 2022 / 13 Iyar 5782
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TeleTefila Service: P'sukei D'zimra 9:40am, Shacharit, 10am Via Zoom
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Minyan M'at Service: Saturday, 10am in 5 North
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TeleTefila Havdallah: Saturday, 8:53pm Via Zoom
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Rabbi Jules Harlow Parshat HaShavua Class: Saturday, 8:45am Via Zoom,
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Shabbat Family Beit Midrash: Saturday, 10:45am-12pm In-Person
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Shirei Chesed Community Chorus: Tuesday, 7:30-9pm In-Person or Via Zoom
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Weekly Talmud Masechet Pesachim: Wednesday, 7pm Via Zoom
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MAZEL TOV
Mazel Tov to Omer Attia, his parents Yael and Rony Attia, and his sister Daniella, on the occasion of Omer's bar mitzvah this Shabbat at Mincha.
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Place a journal ad to celebrate our amazing honorees!
Please join us as we honor Sara & Scott Harris, Judy Margolin & Seth Schwartz, and Mark Paul.
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Reproductive Rights and Abortion Justice
Support: Reproductive rights affect everyone, regardless of gender; and for some individuals, the current climate of restricting abortion access can be particularly challenging. Please know that the AC clergy is available if you need support or if you would like to talk. You can reach Rabbi Hammerman at RabbiYael@anschechesed.org or 212-865-0600 x208.
Learning: In January, we had the opportunity to learn with Rabbi Danya Rutenberg about Judaism's approach to reproductive health, rights and justice. We studied the following source sheet, from the National Council of Jewish Women, which you are welcome to look at. Please be in touch with Rabbi Hammerman if you would like to review the texts with a hevruta (study partner): Torah of Reproductive Freedom
Action: The Jewish Rally for Abortion Justice
Tuesday, May 17, 9am in Washington, DC
The Jewish Rally for Abortion Justice is on the last day of the National Council of Jewish Women's Washington Institute conference. It is designed to deliver a message loud and clear of the Jewish communal support for abortion justice. Details and registration information here: https://jewishrallyforabortionjustice.org/
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A Moral Call for Peace and Climate Justice
As we witness climate disasters unfold across the world, and threats to peace and security caused by the war in Ukraine, we are facing an acute convergence of crises. In this moment, we are reminded that all lives are sacred – we must prioritize the health and wellbeing of all people and of the planet.
We are called to envision and build a world where all can thrive. We join together across diverse faith traditions to advance peace, good jobs, justice, and a rapid transition to clean, renewable, and affordable energy for all.
Join us on May 22 at 5pm at Marble Collegiate Church in NYC as we hear stirring calls to action from faith leaders – and rise up with one voice to urge our leaders to have the courage to meet this moment with the bold actions that science and justice demand.
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Ukraine from the Eyes of a Rabbi
Monday, May 23, 7pm In-Person or via Zoom
Rabbi Alisa "Tzipi" Zilbershtein is a graduate of the Jewish Theological Seminary. Before her studies at JTS, she taught History of Jewish Philosophy at the National University of "Kyiv-Mohyla Academy" in Ukraine. Rabbi Zilbershtein lived in Kyiv, Ukraine, where her partner Viktor was born, and has every intention of returning to Ukraine to serve as a Rabbi as soon as it is safe to do so. Since the first day of the war, Rabbi Zilbershtein has been doing everything in her power to help people caught in this horrific situation. Her family is in Kyiv right now. Rabbi Zilbershtein is inviting you to learn about the current situation in Ukraine and the international networking of volunteers who work tirelessly to save people there. You can find more information and daily updates about her work on the Instagram account @torah_crafting.
JOIN US IN-PERSON
Meeting ID: 844 7560 5590 | Passcode: ukraine
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Donate Supplies to Ukraine!
Looking for a tangible way to help? Along with Manhattan Together & St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, Ansche Chesed is collecting supplies for refugees and civilians caught on the front line. ONLY SPECIFIC ITEMS are being collected at the moment. Once supplies are collected, they are packed and transported to Romania, Moldova or Poland and then driven by convoy to Ukraine.
To participate please bring the following supplies to Ansche Chesed during office hours. Please note, ONLY the supplies listed below are needed. All items must be new and unopened.
- Flashlights
- Batteries
- Diapers
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Medications - tylenol, advil, infant tylenol (SCREW TOP ONLY)
- Blankets
- Infant Formula
- Sleeping Bags
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Alcohol / Disinfectant (SCREW TOP ONLY)
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Toothpaste (SCREW TOP ONLY)
- Toothbrush
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Mivtza Ukraine
The ongoing war in Ukraine concerns us all. We are in close contact with our Masorti/Conservative communities in Kyiv, Chernivtsi, Odessa, Kharkov and Dnipro – who are spending unimaginable nights in bomb shelters and are trying to find refuge in the west of Ukraine and in other countries. We stand with our sisters and brothers and all those in Ukraine under attack during this distressing time and pray for their safety.
But with the crisis worsening with each passing day, we must do more. Masorti Olami, together with our partners at The Schechter Institutes, have been responding to the needs of our communities, providing care packages to children in Kharkiv and organizing transport and accommodation for those fleeing their homes. To date, we have helped over 100 individuals evacuate the country and are working to assist many more.
Produced for Masorti Olami and The Schechter Institutes by the Cantors Assembly, Mivtza Ukraine is a 1-hour video “telethon” of music and hope. ("Mivtza" means "operation" or "campaign.") We will hear beautiful music from world-class instrumentalists and some of the Masorti/Conservative Movement’s top voices. We will meet refugees–both within Ukraine and those who have fled–-listen to their stories, share prayers and messages of solidarity and inspiration from leaders of the Masorti/Conservative movement from around the world, and learn about the critical work Masorti Olami and Schechter are doing to bring relief to refugees and to lay the groundwork for rebuilding when the conflict has ended. Our goal is to unite all corners of the Masorti/Conservative Jewish world for a single hour with one purpose: to help the people of Ukraine.
#MivtzaUkraine #OperationUkraine #MasortiUkraine #HopeUkraine\
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Show Us Your Challah!
Submit a picture of your homemade challah to have it featured in AC communications. Send images of finished, in progress or members in action baking to Rachel, our Membership Engagement Director, at rzorbaron@anschechesed.org.
Photo credit @challahtales @nicoleduvalart
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AC's Fourth Floor is Available to Rent
Do you know a non-profit or community group looking for reasonably-priced space on the Upper West Side ? Our sun-drenched fourth floor is now available for rent. The flexible space - ideal for classrooms, offices and meetings - offers:
- High ceilings
- Large windows
- Built-in bookcases
- Storage
- ADA-compliant bathrooms
- Full-time security
Pass along THIS VIDEO to anyone in your network who may have an interest. Post on social media! You’ll be helping the shul establish an important source of revenue.
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COVID Protocols
Attendance: We are not requiring preregistration to attend services. However, please do not attend if you have any symptoms of illness. The Sanctuary pews near the windows and in the balcony are available for any attendees who would like to maintain social distance.
Vaccination: Attendees should have received all vaccines for which they are eligible, including booster shots. Children under age 5 (who are not yet eligible for vaccination) may attend, and should be closely supervised. Children over the age of 2 must wear a well-fitting mask. However, we are no longer requiring that attendees provide proof of vaccination.
Masks: We continue to follow the recommendations of our medical advisors, and ask that everyone continues to wear masks while in the synagogue building. Those leading prayers, reading Torah or taking speaking roles can remove their masks while leading. Masks can also be removed while eating during Kiddush.
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Monday-Friday at 7:30am
Sunday at 8:30am
or call: 929 205 6099
Meeting ID: 933 006 171
Passcode: minyan
We hold our Sunday morning minyan in-person at 8:30am in the Ansche Chesed sanctuary. Please join us!
Morning Minyan is hoping to daven in-person on Mondays and Thursdays beginning next week (Monday, May 16 and Thursday, May 19). Services will continue to be available on Zoom, including when meeting in-person.
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May Friday Nights At-A-Glance
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Friday, May 13, 6:30pm: Kabbalat Shabbat Live!
Praise God with string instruments, praise God with your breath! This Friday night you can do just that if you join Cantor Hirschhorn, along with AC's own musicians Jeff Segall and Martin Green on guitar, and Sam Bahn on percussion, to welcome Shabbat with our traditional Kabbalat Shabbat and maariv service.
Friday, May 20, 6:30pm: Shirei Shabbat - with a Musical Surprise!
Join Hazzan Hirschhorn for an evening of song and prayer as we support and elevate the voice of our community with the help of Shirei Chesed led by our talented team of Meshorerim. We hope that everyone will feel empowered and inspired to lift their voice with us in holy harmony, uv'nima kedosha.
Come or tune in to hear what musical surprise we have for you today!
Friday, May 27, 6:30pm: Kabbalat Shabbat
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Shabbat Morning Services
Join the Ansche Chesed community for a traditional Conservative Shabbat morning prayer service.
We are grateful to the Rabbinical Assembly (RA) for making Siddur Lev Shalem and the Torah reading available to us as PDFs for those who join us virtually.
KABBALAT SHABBAT / SHABBAT MORNING SERVICES
JOIN US IN-PERSON
or call 929 205 6099
Meeting ID: 875 1782 0145 | Passcode: Shabbat
Misheberakh List
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Meet Hilary Forrest, Synagogue Partnership Outreach Social Worker at DOROT
POSTPONED - Please stay tuned for a new date, TBD
Hilary will be joining us on Shabbat to introduce herself and begin meeting the Ansche Chesed community.
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Jews, God, and History (Not Necessarily in That Order)
Sunday, May 22 @ 3:00pm - The Siggy Theater at The Flea
Jews, God, and History, a theatrical production featuring AC’s own Michael Takiff, is both reverent and irreverent as it explores the big questions asked by all people. As Michael Takiff provokes you to think, he also gets you to laugh. Venturing into rarely explored territory he pulls no punches, challenging audiences to question their assumptions about Jews, God, history, and everything in between.
Join us on May 22 for an AC group outing to the theatre. This performance features a talk back after the show. Special promo code offering for Ansche Chesed members. Tickets can be purchased here. Use promo code: ANSCHECHESED for our discount!
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#TheSabbathChallenge with St. Michael's Episcopal Church
Sunday, June 5 (1st Day of Shavuot/Pentecost), 12:30pm at St. Michael's Episcopal Church (225 West 99th Street)
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The weeks between Passover / Easter and Shavuot / Pentecost, offer us 7 weeks -- a week of weeks -- of reflection and action. This spring, along with our neighbors at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, we will take part in #TheSabbathChallenge.
#TheSabbathChallenge is an opportunity for our communities to engage with Shabbat / the Sabbath in new ways, both individually and communally. We will study and practice together with our neighbors, and we encourage you, our community members, to experiment with your own Shabbat / Sabbath practices. Come set aside time for holy rest and delight!
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Rabbi Jules Harlow Parshat HaShavuah Class
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Join us for our weekly Parashat HaShavua class before the start of Shabbat morning services via Zoom.
This weekly class is dedicated to Rabbi Jules Harlow, a great teacher of Torah and Jewish liturgy.
Meeting ID: 875 1782 0145 | Passcode: Shabbat
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Shirei Chesed Community Chorus
Tuesdays, 7:30-9pm IN-PERSON in 5 North or Via Zoom
NOTE: There will be no Shirei Chesed rehearsal on May 24. Rehearsals will resume on May 31.
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JOIN US IN-PERSON
Meeting ID: 972 7239 5819 | Passcode: 488234
Don't miss Shirei Shabbat services on Friday nights of May 20 and June 17, rich in harmony and spirit!
Shirei Chesed Community Chorus continues to build community through learning a rich and diverse repertoire of Jewish music, bringing harmony into the world that needs it more than ever. Ability to carry a tune is important; reading Hebrew or music is not required. Free for Ansche Chesed members; non-members pay $90 per semester or $180 per year. For more information, or to schedule an audition, please email NHirschhorn@AnscheChesed.org. Please note that all participants are required to submit a proof of vaccination, including the booster, and must remain masked throughout the rehearsal. Click here to read more.
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Meeting ID: 889 9369 5753 | Passcode: Pesachim
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OUR NEW LOBBY IS READY TO WELCOME YOU
SHARE OUR PRIDE
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Readying our 100-year old building for the next century of vibrant Jewish life will cost $8 million. Nearly half of the members of our community already have pledged - now we need your help to push us across the finish line and make sure we have the funds to complete this work. Every member matters, every gift matters.
Click the thermometer to pledge or donate to the Rav Chesed campaign, and to check out the new campaign video and FAQs, and the exciting renderings and floor plans for this summer’s renovation of Hirsch Hall.
Come take a look at our airy and welcoming new 100th Street lobby to see how the renovation is progressing!
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EVERY MEMBER MATTERS
EVERY GIFT MATTERS
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SOCIAL ACTION & COMMUNITY SERVICE |
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Ansche Chesed Refugee Assistance |
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FAMILY AND TEEN PROGRAMMING |
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Shabbat Family Beit Midrash
May 14, and June 11, 10:45am-12pm IN-PERSON
For 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders and Their Parents
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All 3rd, 4th and 5th graders and their parents are invited to join our "AC Family Beit Midrash" on 3 Shabbat mornings in April, May and June. Kids from ACHS, day schools, and beyond, are all welcome!
Sessions will be led by Matt Check, Adina Beiner (AC Youth Director & Beit Rabban teacher), Jess Feiwus (ACHS teacher & Schechter Manhattan teacher) and Tommy Treitel (Big Kids Service Leader).
We will have fun together, build community, study in family groups, and in groups of just kids and just parents. We will study selections from the Makhloket Matters curriculum, which uses a Jewish lens to look at communication skills and see issues from different perspectives. After the Beit Midrash, families are welcome to come to the Sanctuary for the conclusion of services, and then Kiddush!
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The Chesed Chevra empowers our congregants to fulfill the mitzvah of helping community members who are in need by performing acts of loving-kindness. Our aim is to ensure that all shul members who are experiencing a life event such as the birth of a child, illness, or loss feel supported by the Ansche Chesed community.
How to get involved:
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Volunteer to help! You can make a difference within your community in just five minutes a week. Please email us to get involved at chesed@anschechesed.org.
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Let us help you! As a beloved member of our community, we would like to be there for you whenever you need support. Please contact the clergy or email us at chesed@anschechesed.org.
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Make a gift! Contribute here toward the Rabbi's Discretionary Fund to ensure there are resources to provide support to members in need.
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Ansche Chesed CSA
Summer to Fall 2022
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Join our farm share group for fresh, delicious produce. The Ansche Chesed CSA offers organic vegetables and sunflowers, free-range organic eggs, and low-spray fruit. The Garden of Eve farm on Long Island farm will deliver farm shares to Ansche Chesed every Wednesday from 5:30 - 6:30pm, June 8 to November 18, 2022. You can select weekly or every-other-week delivery.
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Our long-time friend and kitchen tenant, Bruce Soffer of Chef's Table, offers you catering menus for Shabbat and holidays.
Chef's Table prepares delicious kosher meals, delivered right to your door.
Contact Bruce at (917) 868-7964 or his website for more information.
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If you are a member, you may send "shuk" postings to Josh Ashley at jashley@anschechesed.org. All postings must have a member's contact info, and be received by Tuesday at 3pm. Please send in Word or plain text format with your title, date/time, and brief blurb. Postings run for only two weeks.
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Despite our best efforts and extensive proofreading, we apologize for any errors or omissions. |
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