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N E W S L E T T E R
By Rabbi Robert Barr
As Sam Cooper, president of our board, said at Beth Adam’s Annual Meeting “It has been quite a year.” This year the congregation’s impact and reach have been greater than at any other time in our history. We can all take pride in knowing that our community is having an impact in Cincinnati and beyond.
If you have not already done so, take a look at the short video that provides highlights from this past congregational year. You can find the video at BethAdam.org. The video has also been posted on Beth Adam’s Facebook page. If you are on Facebook, you might want to share the video with friends and families. Those who have seen the video have been impressed that our community was able to host such engaging speakers, produce amazing videos, and write such thoughtful educational materials. And all of this is on top of our regular congregation activities.
Rabbi 's MessageBut the year’s not over yet. There are still dozens of Beth Adam members preparing for our congregational trip to Israel. I am hopeful that during, and certainly after the trip, I will be sharing photos and videos taken while there.
And though the pace of Beth Adam has slowed for the summer months, plans are underway for the coming year. Mark your calendars now for these speakers whom you do not want to miss.
Sunday, September 18 June Zeitlin - Special Representative of the Organization of Security and Co-operation in Europe Chairperson-in-Office on Gender Issue. She also serves as the Director of Human Rights Policy at The Leadership Conference, the nation's premier civil and human rights coalition.
Sunday, November 13 Nancy Ellen Abrams - author, speaker and thought revolutionary. In her most recent book, A God That Could Be Real, she explores a god that is consistent
Saturday, June 45:30 PM - Havdalah Service and Bar Mitzvah of Aiden Callahan Friday, June 10 8:00 PM – Kiddush8:15 PM – Shabbat Service Join Rabbi Barr as he leads services and a discussion.
Saturday, June 11 5:30 PM - Havdalah Service and Bat Mitzvah of Zoe Girty
Friday, June 246:30 PM - Israeli Scout Potluck7:15 PM - Shabbat ServiceThere will be a potluck followed by an abbreviated service to welcome young Israeli Scouts who will be spending two weeks at Camp Friedlander. Beth Adam will provide the main dish. Families with last names beginning with A - L please bring a dessert for 8; families with last names beginning with M - Z please bring a salad or side dish for 8. RSVP by June 20 to [email protected].
Friday, July 88:00 PM - Kiddush8:15 PM - Shabbat ServiceJoin Iah Pillsbury, Beth Adam’s Rabbinic Intern, as she leads services and a discussion.
Serviceswith science -- unites all of humanity and provides the wisdom and larger sense of meaning that we need to face our future, as well as the future of our damaged planet, together. Nancy will be joined by her husband, Joel Primack. He is a distinguished professor of physics at UCSC who works on cosmology, especially dark matter and galaxy formation. Abrams and Primack have co-authored two books, The View from the Center of the Universe: Discovering Our Extraordinary Place in the Cosmos, and The New Universe and the Human Future: How a Shared Cosmology Could Transform the World.
These speakers are sure to give presentations that educate, excite, and challenge.
This is but a glimpse into what is coming next year. A year that I might add has deep significance for the congregation. Next year marks the 36 year anniversary of Congregation Beth Adam. Thirty-six being double “chai.” Chai being the number 18 in Hebrew and meaning “life” in English.
Thirty-six years is a tribute to the dedication, commitment, and support of our members. Because of you, Beth Adam has grown from a handful of individuals into a Cincinnati institution. We give voice to a BOLD Judaism that has spread beyond the walls of our sanctuary and is now being heard throughout Cincinnati and beyond. We can be proud of the impact we are having on the future of Judaism.
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Social Action
As you travel out of the city and stay in hotels this summer, please consider bringing back the complimentary toiletries to donate to those in need. The size of the complimentary toiletries is perfect because people in need often cannot store or carry large containers due to the fact that they are so transient. You may drop off your collection in the basket outside the office. Donations will be distributed to The Mary Magdalen House, which provides a safe and pleasant place for persons who need to shower, shave, brush their teeth, etc., and to Church of Our Saviour.Thank you to those who have recently contributed.
Live Streaming Guests
Remember Shabbat Services are only a "click" away. Join Rabbi Barr and others from around the world for streaming Shabbat services at www.OurJewishCommunity.org. The services stream live at 6:00 PM EST on Friday and are archived for viewing at your convenience. If you participate live, you can "chat" with others who are also attending services. If you view the services in the archives, earlier comments are available to be read and more comments can be added.
Rabbi Barr is excited to have other rabbis, clergy, and educators participating in services with him. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn and celebrate Shabbat even as you travel this summer.
Community Connection
Rabbi Barr is excited about leading the Beth Adam Interfaith Trip to Israel with Rev. Sharon Dittmar. This is a community wide trip with over 500 people from Cincinnati participating.
Rabbi Barr attended a meeting at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion for supervisors working with HUC-JIR rabbinic students. This year we were very fortunate to have both Iah Pillsbury, fourth year student, and Zachary Goodman, second year student, working at Beth Adam. We are very pleased to announce that Iah will continue working at Beth Adam through May 2017.
Beth Adam was a feature story on WCPO.com Insider edition. The article provided a good overview of the history and philosophy of Beth Adam. Emphasis was on what distinguishes us from other congregations, such as "... you won’t hear people asking God for healing, or wisdom, or anything else..." and on our online presence which reaches thousands around the world via OurJewishCommunity.org.
Rabbi Barr participated in the community wide Yom HaAtzmaut celebration, Israel Independence Day.
Rabbi Barr will be among other Cincinnati rabbis on a panel discussion on the modern-day meaning of Zionism and the relationship between American Jews and Israel.
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Beth Adam extends sympathy to:Leslie McIntosh and family on the death of her husband, Errol Stern, MD.
Barbara Tobias and family on the death of her mother, Emily Chalfie Bowman.
High Hol idays
Adult Educat ion
Enjoy your summer!Adult Education will resume on
Sunday, September 11.
Save these dates:Guest Speaker, June ZeitlinSunday, September 189:30 AMJune Zeitlin is the Special Representative of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Chairperson-In-Office on Gender Issues. Zeitlin is also the Director of Human Rights Policy at The Leadership Conference, the nation's premier civil and human rights coalition.
Guest Speakers, Nancy Ellen Abrams and Joel PrimackSunday, November 13 9:30 AMNancy Ellen Abrams is a philosopher of science, lawyer, and author.Joel Primack is a distinguished professor of physics at UCSC who works on cosmology, especially dark matter and galaxy formation.Abrams and Primack are married to each other and have co-authored two books.
Membership Matters
We’re looking forward to celebrating our significant anniversary throughout the upcoming congregational year. If you would like to help in any way, please call the office at 513-985-0400.
36 Year Anniversary
One way of commemorating Beth Adam's 36 year anniversary will be to make a significant addition to the tile wall in the education wing. The wall represents the importance of education, the individuality, and open-mindedness of Beth Adam's core religious values.
If you wish to create a tile, you may go to one of two local places where you can paint a tile and have it fired: The Pottery Place in Kenwood Towne Centre or Mad Potter on Camargo Rd. Tile Guidelines: Tiles are to be 4 x 4 inches. The theme is What Beth Adam Means to Me. Tiles can be decorated with words, illustrations, and/or symbols.
Ti les Wanted
Erev Rosh Hashanah - Sunday, Oct. 2
Rosh Hashanah - Monday, Oct. 3
Kol Nidre - Tuesday, Oct. 11
Yom Kippur - Wednesday, Oct. 12
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From The Office
News & Events
Yoga at Beth AdamSave the dates to join Executive Director, Roberta Veleta, as she leads two adult yoga classes. Roberta is an RYT 200 certified yoga instructor and teaches weekly at a local studio.
Thursday evenings August 25 and September 1
7:00 to 8:00 PM at Beth Adam
Each class will focus on basic yoga postures, alignment, and breathing. It’s a great way to prepare for the up-coming New Year! You will need a yoga mat and comfortable clothing that allows for movement. Contact Roberta at [email protected] or 513-985-0400 if you have any questions. Please RSVP to [email protected].
Earn Money for Beth Adam while You Shop
Every time you shop at Kroger and use your Kroger Plus Card you help support the congregation. And there is NO additional cost to you.
You can renew or sign up at www.krogercommunityrewards.com.Have your Kroger Plus Card handy and follow the instructions. You will need a valid email address and Beth Adam’s organization number: 80522.
During the summer, as you shop for a wedding, graduation, or any gift, you can help Beth Adam when you shop at Amazon.com. Just go to either www.bethadam.org or www.OurJewishCommunity.org first. From either site click on the Amazon link and begin your online shopping as always. Simply by “clicking through” to Amazon from our websites, Beth Adam and OurJewishCommunity.org earn money. We have the opportunity to earn more with the Amazon program than any other. You can purchase Amazon gift cards, too.
Remke Markets offers the Caring Neighbor Program for their patrons. They have eliminated the gift cards that required loading amounts of money. If you have a Remke/bigg's card, simply visit www.remkes/signup to link the card to our organization. To get a card visit www.remke.com, click on the "Get a Remke Rewards Card" button.
OFFICE CLOSEDPlease be aware that the office will be closed on Independence Day, Monday, July 4.
PLEASE TELL USHave you recently moved, changed your e-mail, or changed your cell number? If so, remember to let us know so that you don't miss out on anything. Simply call the office (513) 985-0400 or e-mail [email protected] with your new contact information. Thank you.
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Congregation Beth Adam gratefully acknowledges the following contributions:
General FundDonations help to offset the costs of operating the Congregation and to supplement funds for members unable to meet their financial commitment.
From: Donna and Warren RothmanTo: Amy Gerowitz In memory of Amy's sister, Susan Cutler
Rel ig ious School
by Iah Pillsbury
Thank you SO MUCH to all our amazing parents, students, and religious school teachers, Mike Pittinger, Lisa Forschner, Nancy Shayeson, Leigh Klyop, Debbie Snyder, Sheryl Cohen, Zachary Goodman, for leading us in song, and Emily Snyder, teacher’s assistant for Pre-K, who made this year a success. You were all busy with a wide array of commitments. Yet, you still woke up on Sunday mornings, and came ready to learn, teach, and make the world a more awesome place. A special shout out to Kaila Sizemore who made sure that we had coffee and bagels, and the supplies we needed.
We completed the Religious School year with a fabulous day of tile painting with Yvonne Cooper, fun games, and yummy food. Yvonne has fired the tiles in her home studio. By Yom Kippur the tiles will be installed in the Religious School hallway. We are excited to announce that Yvonne will be our Artist-in-Residence during the fall semester. This means she will come once a month to lead students and parents in creating their very own ceramic Judaica (Jewish ritual objects like candlesticks, mezuzahs, Kiddush cups, etc). Stay tuned for more information and dates.
Are you a committed Beth Adam teen looking for an interesting and exciting way to give back to your community while you learn new skills? Become a Teacher's Assistant in our Religious
Donat ions & Tr ibutes
School! As a TA, you will work closely with the lead teacher, developing lessons, and helping with classroom management. Over the course of the year, or semester, that you are TA'ing, there will be teaching opportunities for you to take the lead and implement your own lessons as well as supporting the primary teacher in your classroom. This program will be tailored to your specific needs, strengths, and skills that you would like to acquire. And we give community service hours! Please contact Iah Pillsbury, [email protected] if you are interested or need more information.
We can’t wait to see you next year!The first day of Religious School is Sunday, September 11, and we will have a bouncy castle to enjoy; so get excited!
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From: Pat and Rich RosenbergTo: Amy Gerowitz In memory of Amy's sister, Susan Cutler
From: Pat and Rich RosenbergTo: Susan Schumacher Congratulations on your recovery
From: Vera SankerTo: Sue Meis In memory of Herb Meis
From: Susan S. FriedlanderTo: Susan Meis In memory of Herb Meis
From: Steve and Jenny Brenner
Rabbi's Discretionary FundThis fund is used by the rabbi to further the goals and mission of Congregation Beth Adam.
From: Sheryl Cohen In appreciation of the celebration Rabbi Barr conducted for Evan and Jenna's marriage
From: Lois BuncherTo: Michelle and Bill Henry In memory of Dwight Henry
From: Leslie McIntosh In appreciation of Rabbi Barr officiating the memorial service for Errol Stern, MD
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From: Walter GlasTo: Betty Ann Wolf In honor of her birthday
From: Lois BuncherTo: Tammy and Bryan McDowell My prayers are with you for your dad, Robert McDowell
From: Helen Greenberg In honor of her mother's yahrzeit
OurJewishCommunity.orgDonations support our online community: a spiritual home, a meaningful voice, and a resource for people worldwide seeking a contemporary Jewish identity and experience through new media and technology.
From: Bojan Nenzic
From: Thomas Hiemann
From: Allen Cooperstein
From: Roslyn Thingelstad
From: Paula Nolin
From: Randi Simon-Serey
From: Susanna Winter
If one of your lifecycle dates has been omitted, please contact the Congregational Office at 985-0400.
We apologize for any mistakes.
JUNE ANNIVERSARIES 3 Alan and Christie Brown 6 Jessica and Matthew Bledsoe 8 Leigh and Gerald Klyop 10 Cynthia and Joel Sacks 14 Lois and Richard Jolson Lynn and Jack Wagner 15 Fred and Karina Rothzeid 16 Cathy and Sam Rodner Lisa and Brian Forschner 17 Edward and Sandra Kohn 18 Charles and Jennifer Margolis Jodi Sleyo-Davison and Bobby Davidson 19 David and Rennie Greenfield 21 Susan and Rod Willis 22 Patty and Steven Bonem Brian and Melissa Weiss 24 Nancy and Steven Rosen 25 David and Wendy Zangrando 28 Melissa Groveman and Richard Begel Barbara Heyn McMahan and Sean McMahan
JUNE BIRTHDAYS 1 Yvonne Cooper Nancy Shayeson 2 Tim Braverman Rachel Smith 9 Henry Paull Neil Weinberg
June L i fe Cyc les 11 Judith Affatato Andrea Kay Joseph Sirkin 12 Nancy Blatman Sarah Carroll David Schwartz Steve Weinstein 13 Sallie Westheimer 14 Eleanor Cooper 15 Mark Davis Michael Snyder 16 Susan Friedlander 17 Jane Ellis Molly Ellis 19 Maxwell Gottliebson 20 Avery Samuels 21 Sam Cooper Anne Rosensweig 22 Dylan Sleyo 24 Mia Biran Gary Goldman Renee Gottliebson 26 Warren Rothman 27 Dick Westheimer 28 Marcie Strasser 29 Charles Klayman Leo Munick Susan Willis 30 Jamie Weiss JUNE YAHRZEITS 1 Frances Rothzeid Mother of Fred Rothzeid 1 Louis M. Clark Father of C. Scott Clark 4 Lily B. Warren Mother of Wendy Zangrando 4 Richard L. Reiner Father of Debbie Vogel 5 Alice Hecht Mother of Rita Robertson
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5 Louis Sacks Father of Joel Sacks Grandfather of Charles Sacks Grandfather of Martha Sacks Grandfather of David Sacks 7 Louis M. Wander Father of Arden Wander 8 Dorothy Klayman Mother of Charles Klayman 8 Narvin Emden Father of Faith Pittinger 10 Leslie F. Lebow Sister of Aline Simon 11 Libby Segal Klein Simons Aunt of Lois Jolson 14 Bernice Cohen Grandmother of Alan Brown 15 Sol Hammerschlag Father-in-Law of Roy Kaufman 15 Sophie Linder Grandmother of Judy Avner 17 Elliott Ribak Father of Judy Ribak 19 Philip C. Joslin Father of Joyce Salinger 19 Robert K. Asgersson Stepfather of Jill McBride 21 Gertrude Rudman Clark Mother of C. Scott Clark 21 Robert Merrill Zeitz Father of Jill McBride 22 Josef Warkany Father of Steve Warkany 23 Robert Edward Leever Father of Bruce Leever 24 Saul Cummins Father of James Cummins 26 James Salinger Husband of Joyce Salinger 27 Freda Miller Aunt of Lynn Wagner
JULY ANNIVERSARIES 1 Howard and Susan Schumacher 3 Charles and Gail Klayman 6 Kathleen and Robert Abowitz 7 Eric and Mindy Hammer 11 Susan and Jerry Hart 12 Arden and Irene Wander 15 Charles and Harriet Edwards 26 Cathy and Mike Crisenbery 29 Marlene and Robert Baer 31 Philip Berne and Susan Carlson
JULY BIRTHDAYS 1 Donna Denoon Paul Korn 2 Sequoia Powers-Griffin 5 Robert Barr 7 Alan Brown 8 Gary Greenberg 9 Debbie Vogel 12 Nancy Garfinkel 13 Brent Carroll 14 Spencer Hutchison Emma Zangrando 17 Rachel Carter Parker Hutchison 18 Alexander Resnick 19 Erica Cash 22 Ezra Babcock Steve Brenner 23 Jonah Cotton-Riker 28 Merle Coyle Melissa Groveman Charlotte Weiss 29 Finn Bledsoe Rebecca Luzadis 30 Rena Alex Lori Doctrow
July L i fe Cyc les
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JULY YAHRZEITS 2 Kenneth J. Michelson Brother of Sandra Smith 3 Paula McBride Mother of Bill McBride 4 John William Stukenberg Father-in-Law of Maureen Cash 5 Cecelia L. Lebow Mother of Aline Simon 7 Aaron Alexander Uncle of Marvin Dainoff 8 Morris Frieder Father of Jane Ellis Grandfather of David W. Ellis III 9 Harry Vogel Father of Stephen Vogel 9 Kenneth Doctrow Father of Lori Doctrow 10 Arthur Epstein Father of Barbara Heyn 11 Sam Korn Father of Paul Korn 12 Martin B. Gerowitz Husband of Amy Gerowitz 12 Sam Fleischer Father-in-Law of Vicki Hayes 13 Rhoda Windt Aunt of Robert Smith 15 Merle Edwards Father of Charles Edwards 16 Carol Switt Kaplan Sister of Nancy Blatman 16 Grace Hirsh Mother of Jeff Hirsh 18 Anita Cohen Mother of Sheryl Cohen 18 Charles McBride Father of Bill McBride 18 Edith Eisenberg Mother-in-Law of Martin Levy
19 Morris Bernstein Father of Rosie Lemkin 22 Max Mordechai Nurock Father of Myfanwy Smith Grandfather of Jennifer Margolis 23 Felicja Szer Mother of Karina Rothzeid Grandmother of Michelle Rothzeid Greenberg Grandmother of Lisa Forschner 24 David Mages Father of Lisa Braverman 25 Robyn Abrams Great Niece of Lois Jolson 26 Dorothy A. Joslin Mother of Joyce Salinger 28 Lois A. Rosen Mother of Steve Rosen 29 Pauline Kramer Former Wife of Marvin Kramer 30 Arnold Payton Husband of Eleanor Payton Father of Julie Payton 31 Freddie Linder Mother of Judy Avner 31 Joseph Linder Father of Judy Avner
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Beth Adam Tribute FormBeth Adam Tributes are a lovely way of expressing
your sorrow, joy, best wishes, or congratulations
to friends or relatives. The suggested minimum
contribution is $5 per tribute. We will mail your
friend or relative a notice of the tribute and print it
in the next newsletter (unless requested otherwise).
Enclosed is my contribution of$_______________
(check payable to Congregation Beth Adam)
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_________________________________Address
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Complete as ApplicableMy contribution is in memory of:
_________________________________Please notify:
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Mail form to: Congregation Beth Adam10001 Loveland Madeira Road
Loveland, OH 45140
10001 LOVELAND-MADEIRA ROAD LOVELAND, OH 45140
PHONE [513] 985-0400FAX [513] 686-2672WEB www.BethAdam.org
www.OurJewishCommunity.orgTOLL FREE 866-918-ADAM[2326] Rabbi Robert B. Barr [email protected][513] 985-0400
Iah [email protected][513] 985-0400 Roberta VeletaExecutive [email protected][513] 985-0400
Katie KarmelOffice [email protected][513] 985-0400
Sam Cooper, President[513] 985-0400
Renee Gottliebson, Vice President[513] 985-0400
Tim Coyle, Treasurer[513] 985-0400
Melissa Weiss, Board Secretary[513] 985-0400
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