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But I trust in Your faithfulness, my heart will exalt in Your deliverance;
I will sing to the Eternal, for God was abundantly good to me.
—Psalm 13:6
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Congregation Beit Simchat Torah
is delighted to invite you to join us for the installation of
Cantor
Sam Rosen
Friday, November 11, 2022
18 Cheshvan 5783
at 6:30 p.m.
at Shabbat services
Parashat Vayera
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With special guests:
Cantor Claire Franco, The Community Synagogue (Port Washington, NY)
Cantor Sara Anderson, Temple Emanu-El (New York, NY)
Cantor Bob Abelson, Temple Israel of New York (retired)
Festive Oneg to Follow Services
Following services, please join downstairs in the Evan Wolfson Community Hall for a deluxe Oneg in celebration of Cantor Rosen’s installation!
Please note that as COVID levels in the NYC area have risen to MEDIUM – HIGH, we have updated our policies for in-person services and programs. Masks are now required in all spaces of the Shul. Oneg and Kiddush in the Wolfson community space downstairs will continue, however, we ask anyone who wishes to participate to take a rapid antigen test within 24 hours of the event they plan to attend. Remove your mask only for eating and drinking. Read our latest communication and stay up to date with our COVID policies, including masking and vaccination requirements, here »
130 W. 30th Street, New York, NY
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✡️ 18 Cheshvan ✡️
November 11–12
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Kabbalat Shabbat Services—Installation of Cantor Sam Rosen
featuring the CBST Community Chorus
Shabbat Morning Services
Limmud B'Shabbat
Alef-Bet Shabbat (Ages 0–5)
Teen Track
Havdalah Service
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 654 880 356
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Friday, November 11 (17 Cheshvan)
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Feminist Parashat HaShavuah
Taught by Cooperberg-Rittmaster Pastoral and Educational Intern Avigayil Halpern
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House of Peace Monthly Visit to ICNYU
12:45–2:30 p.m.
Six years ago, on the Friday after the 2016 presidential election, Rabbi Kleinbaum brought a small group of CBSTers to the Islamic Center at New York University for the first time. We brought roses and love and signs that read “Jews support our Muslim friends.” Join us today for our sixth anniversary visit at the Global Center for Spiritual Life at NYU (238 Thompson St.), knowing that we will continue to work together to make this city and this country safer and more just for all of us.
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Kabbalat Shabbat Services—Installation of Cantor Sam Rosen
featuring the CBST Community Chorus
Service Leaders: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum and Rabbi Yael Werber
Ba’al Tefillah: Cantor Sam Rosen
Piano: Music Director Joyce Rosenzweig
Percussion: Barbara Freedman
Clarinet: Judy Ribnick
Special Guests: Cantor Claire Franco, Cantor Sara Anderson, and Cantor Bob Abelson
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Festive Oneg to Follow Services
Following services, please join downstairs in the Evan Wolfson Community Hall for a deluxe Oneg in celebration of Cantor Rosen’s installation!
Please note our COVID policy has been updated. Read our latest communication and stay up to date with our COVID policies, including masking and vaccination requirements, here »
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Shabbat/Saturday, November 12 (18 Cheshvan)
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Shabbat Morning Services
Service Leader and Drashah: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum
Ba’al Tefillah: Cantor Sam Rosen
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Alef-Bet Shabbat (Ages 0–5)
Alef-Bet Shabbat is back! We will open the Alef-Bet Shabbat playroom at 10 a.m. for playing and hanging out with other families (toys and play kitchen included!). The interactive, musical Alef-Bet service with Stephen begins at 11:45 a.m. Please find all dates for Alef-Bet listed here.
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Havdalah Services
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 654 880 356
Service Leader: Cooperberg-Rittmaster Rabbinical Intern Adam Graubart
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Sunday, November 13 (19 Cheshvan)
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Monday, November 14 (20 Cheshvan)
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Intro to Mishnah with Rabbi Moskowitz
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 897 2105 1787
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Mishpachah Monday! Online Shmooze and Learn
with Judy Ribnick and Jorge Loyola
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 513 521 023
CBST's Custodial Engineer, Jorge Loyola, will talk with us about his behind-the-scenes work at CBST. Join us!
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ON BREAK—Jews in New York in Literature |
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Aging Together Presents: Sharpen Your Mind!
Little Known Tips That Will Sharpen Your Mind and Memory
7:30–9:00 p.m. | Register here » (If you've registered for an Aging Together program in the past, no need to register, you're already on the list!)
Most of us know that our brains function best with healthy food, sound sleep, and regular exercise, social interaction, and mental stimulation. Join Lisa Feiner, a founder of the nonprofit, Sharp Again Naturally, to learn about some lesser-known contributors to memory loss and steps you can take today (and keep practicing) to keep your mind functioning well. Via Zoom.
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Tuesday, November 15 (21 Cheshvan)
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Intro to Mishnah with Rabbi Moskowitz
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 897 2105 1787
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Put on your dancing shoes and join Together in Dance for a six-week residency.
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Living Successfully with HIV & AIDS
5:00–7:00 p.m.
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Allyship & Jewish Text
Taught by Rabbi Mike Moskowitz
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Adult B*Mitzvah Class—D'var Torah Writing
6:30–7:45 p.m.
Taught by Rabbi Yael Werber and CBST Educator Miya Rotstein
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Taught by Rabbi Mike Moskowitz
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Wednesday, November 16 (22 Cheshvan)
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Intro to Mishnah with Rabbi Moskowitz
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Board Study Session
5:30–5:55 p.m. before each CBST Board Meeting
In-Person & Online, taught by Rabbi Mike Moskowitz
Rabbi Moskowitz leads a study session for the CBST Board of Directors before each board meeting. This class is offered exclusively to the CBST Board of Directors.
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CBST Board Meeting
6:00 p.m.
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The Ark Immigration Clinic at CBST
6:00–8:00 p.m.
New volunteers are always welcome, and we provide all necessary training! Learn more and contact us here to volunteer or to refer an immigrant friend for support.
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Intro to Hebrew
6:30–7:30 p.m.
Taught by Cooperberg-Rittmaster Rabbinical Intern Adam Graubart
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Thursday, November 17 (23 Cheshvan)
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Intro to Mishnah with Rabbi Moskowitz
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Democracy! Team Action Group
Dial in by phone: 646-876-9923 | Meeting ID: 874 4181 8544
Check out #CBSTdemocracy to view some of our recent issues and take action, no matter where you are.
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The Ark Immigration Clinic Giving Thanks Dinner
6:00–9:00 p.m.
Our Giving Thanks dinner returns! The invitation was sent to immigrant friends and clinic volunteers yesterday. If you did not receive the invitation and you’d like to participate, email sanctuary@cbst.org. In-person participation is very limited due to COVID safety, but everyone is welcome to join via Zoom. If you’d like to help sponsor this meaningful event, make a donation here, and select "Ark Immigration Clinic" under the "Additional Contribution Options" box.
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Prayerbook Hebrew Continued
6:30–7:30 p.m.
Taught by CBST Educator Miya Rotstein
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November Shabbat Tribute Scheduling Note
Please note for the week of Thanksgiving, the deadline for Shabbat Tributes is Tuesday, November 22 at 12 p.m., for Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday, November 25.
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As the end of 2022 approaches, we need you! Gifts above and beyond membership keep us strong. Make your Annual Appeal gift today! Did you know we accept gifts of stock, wire transfers, and gifts from donor advised funds? There is still time for a tax-deductible 2022 gift. Thank you!
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Installation of Rabbi Yael Werber
Friday night December 9, 2022
16 Kislev 5783
Shabbat Vayishlach 5783
Festive Oneg to Follow Services
Following services, please join downstairs in the Evan Wolfson Community Hall for a deluxe Oneg in celebration of Rabbi Werber’s installation!
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On Shabbat Bereshit, Rabbi Kleinbaum shared her recent experience traveling to Ukraine and Poland. Watch »
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Community Health Update
Please note that as COVID levels in the NYC area have risen to MEDIUM – HIGH, we have updated our policies for in-person services and programs. Masks are now required in all spaces of the Shul. Oneg and Kiddush in the Wolfson community space downstairs will continue, however, we ask anyone who wishes to participate to take a rapid antigen test within 24 hours of the event they plan to attend. Remove your mask only for eating and drinking. Read our latest communication and stay up to date with our COVID policies, including masking and vaccination requirements, here »
Keeping Our Community Safe: Protecting Yourself through Immunization
As we enter cold and flu season and remain vigilant about Covid and MPV (formerly known as Monkeypox), make sure you’re up to date on all appropriate adult immunizations. For your reference, here’s a link to the CDC’s Immunization Schedules for Adults 19 years and over. Speak to your healthcare provider for guidance on what’s right for you given your age, medical history, risk factors and prior immunization history.
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