May Bulletin

Bulletin

May, 2013 21 Iyar – 22 Sivan 5773 Vol. 5 Published Monthly

BNAI ABRAHAM SYNAGOGUE

DANIEL STEIN, RABBI ROBERT WEINER, PhD, CANTOR MARK SHRAGER, RABBI EMERITUS MORRIS SIEGEL, CANTOR EMERITUS, ZT”L

1545 BUSHKILL STREET • EASTON, PA 18042-3118 (610) 258-5343 • Fax: (610) 330-9100

www.bnaiabraham.org • email: [email protected]

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If you have not sent your email address to Bnai Abraham office staff, please do so as soon as possible. We will be notifying congregants of emergencies and special events through email.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS The deadline for submitting items is May 17th. Please have all items to BAS office no later than May 17th. Any items received after that date will be published in the next month’s bulletin.

C O N T A C T S

Scott A. Levin President & Programming Committee Chair

Howard Nathanson Youth Chair Shelly Blumenthal Gift Shop Chair Howard Nathanson Kadima Advisor Sara Levin Kadima Advisor Irwin Lewis, M.D. Men’s Club President &

Ritual Committee Chair Elaine Morrow Sisterhood President Ellen Lifschutz Choir Director Aliette and Marc Abo, MD Theatre Club Gerald Weisberger House Chair Marna Simon Membership Chair Lothar Gumberich Memorials & Torah

Restoration Committee

O F F I C E H O U R S:

Closed on Mondays and Fridays. Hours open: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Services/Minyan Schedule

Thursday: 7:25 AM Friday Night Services – 8:00 PM First Friday of Each Month – Simcha Shabbat: 6:30 PM Saturday: 9:30 AM Kiddush follows

If you require a special minyan, please notify the office at 610-258-5343.

A MESSAGE FROM RABBI DANIEL STEIN…

Several weeks ago, a congregant asked me why we eat dairy on Shavuot. Though I knew several answers to the question, I wanted a little more time for research. It turns out that the history of the ritual is complex, ultimately elusive. My research directed me to a Hebrew article by Rabbi Gedalia Oberlender, “The Custom of Eating Dairy on Shavuot.” My article this month is based heavily on his research, which reveals not only some of the origins of the custom, but also what Jews were eating during different times in our history.

Apparently, the first authority to mention the custom of eating dairy on Shavuot was Avigdor Tzarfati, a rabbi living in France a generation after the great sage Rashi (c. 13th Century). He writes “The public does not understand why we eat [flat cakes?] on Shavuot. It seems to me that this the Torah alludes to this ritual in the verse ‘On the Holiday of the first fruits [Shavuot], you shall bring a new offering to God.’” [The Hebrew text for that verse includes the phrase ‘chadasha l’adonai bishvuoteichem’; the first letters of that word form an acronym for chalav—milk.]

The next text to suggest the ritual is the Kol Bo—a book of customs of unknown authorship dating to the 14th century. There, the author notes the following: “It is customary to eat honey and milk on Shavuot, because the Torah is compared to milk and honey, as it says in the Song of Songs: “(Torah) is like milk and honey beneath your tongue.’” Also, it is a custom amongst all of Israel to prepare matzah with saffron, for it gladdens the heart. (Another rabbi who mentions this custom, Aaron of Lunel, notes that the leftover Passover matzah was soaked in honey and saffron and prepared into cakes for Shavuot.) And it is custom to make a challah with four tails—as a reminder of the two loaves offered on Shavuot, or perhaps as a symbol of the Zodiac sign of Twins (Gemini), which appear in the month of Sivan. [Perhaps the challah was meant to resemble the zodiac sign for Gemini, II]

Rabbi Israel Isserlein , an Austrian rabbi living in the 15th Century, notes the following menu for Shavuot: “On the first day of Shavuot, we eat cakes and fish fried in butter, and afterwards we clean our hands and mouth…and then we eat our meat course.”

Another possibility for the custom is suggested by Rabbi Moshe Isserles, a Polish rabbi living in the 16th Century: “It is the custom in many places to eat dairy on the first day of Shavuot, and this appears be the reason: it is analogous to the two cooked dishes we place on the Seder plate (the egg and shank bone). One (the shank bone) is meant to be a reminder of the Pascal offering, and the other (the egg) is meant to remind us of the general festival offering. Similarly, we eat dairy first on Shavuot, followed by meat, and we serve the meal with two loaves of bread—a reminder of the altar on which two loaves were offered on Shavuot.”

Yet another possible suggestion for the origin of the custom comes from Yisrael Meir Kagan, a rabbi who lived in the beginning of this century. He notes: “I have heard in the name of a great sage the right reason for this custom. When Israelites stood on Mount Sinai, they received all of the laws of the Torah—including the laws of Kashrut. When they returned to their homes, they found nothing accessible to eat but dairy, because to prepare Kosher meat requires a great deal of preparation. The animal must be slaughtered with a specially prepared knife, as commanded by God. The meat must be butchered in a special way, in accordance with the law; it must be soaked and salted. They could no longer use their non-kosher vessels—they had to find new ones. It was easier to prepare dairy, and, in remembrance, we do the same.”

When I was a student at the seminary, I learned the following rule: if there is more than one reason for a custom, we do not know its origin. We likely will never discover the true origin of the custom of eating dairy on Shavuot, but who would pass up an opportunity for cheesecake? I do hope you’ll find a chance to join us for a slice during the holiday.

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE …

Do you remember the scene in The History of the World when Mel Brooks stands atop Mount Sinai with three tablets, proclaiming “these fifteen commandments…” [drops one tablet], “… I mean, these ten commandments?” That humorous scene depicts Shavuot—the giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai, which we observe this year between May 14 and May 16.

I came across an article about Shavuot by Shira Zelinger of York University entitled The Gift that Keeps on Giving. Follow this link to read the article: http://www.uscj.org/koach/kocmay04zeliger.htm. The article brings three themes to the forefront: (1) the concept of naaseh v’nishma – meaning "we will do and we will hear" (Exodus 24:70); (2) the significance of the Book of Ruth as the only biblical book named after a convert to Judaism and one of only two biblical books named after women; and (3) the idea of lo bashamayim hee (Deuteronomy 30:12) – meaning that the Torah is not in the heavens.

These three themes resonate at Bnai Abraham Synagogue. As we observe the commandments, we question what they mean by engaging each other in exploratory conversation, exemplary of the concept of naaseh v’nishma. At Bnai Abraham, we appreciate and value all of our members, and especially admire the personal journeys and dedication to Judaism shown by those of our members who have become Jewish by choice and followed Ruth’s path. We bring the notion of lo bashamayim hee to life by bringing the Torah into our lives through celebration, story and song.

This year during Shavuot, whether you choose to watch Mel Brooks’ The History of the World, read the Book of Ruth, or discuss one of the three themes highlighted above with a friend over a cup of coffee, please take some time to reflect about how you personally engage with the Torah, and how you might wish to share that engagement with the Bnai Abraham community.

Best regards, Scott A. Levin President [email protected]

Y a h r z e i t L i s t I n t h e B o n d o f L i f e

May 2013

Contact Irwin Lewis, Ritual Chairman

May 1 William Moskowitz, beloved husband of René Moskowitz May 5 Lorene Taylor, beloved mother of Pamela Taylor May 6 Simon Merbaum, beloved husband of Bernice Merbaum May 7 Barbara Goldberg, beloved mother of Susan Jones May 7 David Lipton, beloved father of Wendy Gumberich May 7 Leah Falk, beloved mother of Norman Falk May 7 Emma Gross, beloved mother of Faye Goldberg May 9 Sylvia Ziev, beloved sister of Faye Goldberg May 11 Edward Lewis, beloved father of Irwin Lewis May 15 Myer Shleifer, beloved father of Barbara Asteak May 15 Gilbert and Ida Lesser, beloved father and mother of

Lou Lesser May 15 Jack Lesser, beloved father of Larry Kaplan May 16 Molly Asch Ullman, beloved mother of Cindie Drill May 17 Ida Meirowitz, beloved mother of Phoebe Altman May 18 George Neadle, beloved father of Dexter Neadle May 19 Norman Reiter, beloved husband of Ruth Reiter May 19 Bina Gordon, beloved mother of Rita Reiter May 20 Louis Bugen, beloved father of Roslyne Smolow May 28 Deborah Braffman Schroeder, beloved sister of

Marsha Abraham May 28 Lorraine Foreman, beloved mother of Ellen Hof May 28 Sidney Margolis, beloved father of Sherry Brooks May 28 Seymour Gast, beloved father of Judy Walker May 29 Jeanette Ziev, beloved sister of Miriam Cassel May 29 David Gordon, beloved father of Gary Gordon May 29 Herbert Snyder, beloved husband of Anne Snyder-Lyons

BNAI ABRAHAM SYNAGOGUE General operating expenses

Please consider a donation to Bnai Abraham Synagogue to cover “General Operating Expenses”. Your donations support our Congregation and strengthen our Jewish community here in Easton.

BEATRICE & LEON FRIEDMAN FUND 1.  Support organizations that benefit minor children whose parents are unable to

provide for their health, maintenance, support and education 2.  Needy, elderly 3.  Shelter for the homeless

BUILDING FUND Extraordinary maintenance and repair of the buildings and property of the synagogue and parsonage

SISTERHOOD CAMP RAMAH SCHOLARSHIP FUND

GENERAL ENDOWMENT FUND Interest only used to subsidize Bnai Abraham’s operating expenses

GOLDMAN/MERBAUM TORAH FUND

HERB SNYDER GARDEN FUND

JESSE & TAYLOR COOPER FUND

DR. JOEL LEWIS SCHOLARSHIP FUND Bar/Bat Mitzvah tutoring stipends

JULIUS COHEN MEMORIAL FUND 1.  Religious School Scholarships 2.  Assisting needy congregational youth in Jewish-oriented education,

programming and activities (e.g. Yeshiva or Jewish Day School, trips, USY)

RABBI’S DISCRETIONARY FUND

ROBERT KUTNER LIBRARY FUND

SHEILA GOLDBERG FUND To pay High Holiday fees for anyone who cannot afford to attend

SILVERMAN RELIGIOUS SCHOOL FUND Religious School Scholarships, Shofars

SISTERHOOD BUILDING FUND

SUE SEIGEL SHABBAT FUND 1.  Shabbat programming, including kiddush lunches 2.  Bagels and Books

SY JACOWITZ TOT SHABBAT FUND Boker Tov Scholarships

THEATER FUND Supports a wide variety of synagogue projects and functions

Bnai Abraham Synagogue Sid and Helene Kaplan – Best wishes to Merle Grollman in her new home. Sid and Helene Kaplan in memory of Nesha Schor.

Building Fund Bob and Linda Bloch – In honor of Howard and Shirley Falk’s granddaughter, Emily Gallant’s, bat mitzvah. Jerry and Gail Weisberger in honor of Susie Aufrecht’s birthday. Jerry and Gail Weisberger - Congratulations to Marc and Aliette Abo in honor of the engagement of their daughter, Alyssa, to David Lubitz. Jerry and Gail Weisberger – In honor of Howard and Shirley Falk’s granddaughter, Emily Gallant’s, bat mitzvah, and the engagement of their grandson, Mitchell Stern, to Abby Russell. Jerry and Gail Weisberger – Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Kahan on the engagement of their daughter, Erica, to Adam Omonsky.

Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund Jessica and Herman Ytkin wishing a speedy and complete recovery to Judy and Steve Molder, and to Susie Aufrecht. Jessica and Herman Ytkin sending congratulations to Marsha and Alan Abraham for being selected for the “Children’s Health Leadership Award” from the Weller Health Center.

Theatre Fund Aron and Julie Hochhauser – Congratulations to Marc and Aliette Abo in honor of the engagement of their daughter, Alyssa, to David Lubitz.

Yahrzeit Marsha Abraham in memory of her father, Theodore Martin Braffman. Susie Aufrecht in memory of her sister, Edith Hatfield. Sherry Brooks in memory of her mother, Marilyn Margolis, and her grandmother, Lena Feihman. Richard Friedman in memory of my father, Jack Friedman. Shirley Kimball Hausen in memory of her husband, Stanley A. Kimball. Ricky Hochhauser in memory of her mother-in-law, Beatrice Hochhauser. Sidney Kaplan in memory of his mother, Fannie Kaplan. Doris Lifland in memory of her father-in-law, Zalman Leib Lifland. Carol Maisel in memory of her husband, Zev Maisel. Norm Seidel in memory of his wife, Myriel Seidel. Judy Walker in memory of her mother, Fay Gast.

Todah Rabah

A huge thank you to the Passover Committee and those who volunteered to help them clean and set up for our Second Seder: Becky Civjan, Sara Levin, Linda Lewis,

Anne Zuckerman and Rabbi Stein.

Kiddush is a perfect way to celebrate a special birthday or anniversary, and it allows you the opportunity to celebrate with our community. To sponsor a Kiddush for $36, please contact the synagogue office.

Do you have a celebration we should know about? Email [email protected]

R e f u a h S h ’ l e m a (A Full and Complete Healing) To all who were sick or hospitalized, we wish a return to good health.

I n m e m o r i a m May God in His Kindness Grant Comfort and Solace to the Mourners

Phoebe Altman Susie Aufrecht

Deborah bas Briendel Joe Kaplan

Judy and Steve Molder

T h e R i t u a l C o r n e r Submitted by Irwin Lewis

S i s t e r h o o d N e w s

Sisterhood News

It’s a New Year -- Be Part of Sisterhood

Join an extraordinary group of women to support the synagogue and have fun while

doing it.

It’s the New Year – Send in your annual dues -- just $20

(Make check payable to Bnai Abraham Sisterhood and send to the office.)

Sisterhood members will be calling all the women in our congregation with the goal of making every member feel part

of our Jewish community.

Mitzvah Committee Let’s reach out to our members in times of

consolation or illness, celebrate happy events, and welcome new members. Let’s especially reach out to Jewish residents (in and out of

our congregation) at local facilities. We can make a difference.

Contact Elaine Morrow with any questions or to get involved.

610-588-8713 or email [email protected]

After the death of Alexander the Great, one of his generals, Ptolemy I, founded a dynasty of 15 Ptolemies in Egypt. Ptolemy I's achievements were connected to Greece and the Greek way of thinking. He built the famous Library of Alexandria where, according to some accounts, 700,00 papyrus scrolls were housed. A separate room was maintained just for the works of Homer.

The approach to scholarship reflected Hellenistic thinking. Egypt, in contrast, had been isolationist in its thinking. Egyptian libraries were housed in temples and were open only to priests. The Library of Alexandria was in a sense the first think tank, with the intention of encouraging scientists and scholars to work together and exchange ideas. The word museum -place of the muses- comes from this Library.

Ptolemy II, 285-246 B.C., commissioned a translation of the Hebrew Bible into Greek. The Septuagint (The Seventy) was so-called because 70 rabbis were involved in the translation. At its height Alexandria had more Jews living there than were in Jerusalem.

Source: Professor Bob Brier, Long Island University for The Teaching Company.

Ritual Challenge Answer There are many examples in Genesis of the way Rebecca viewed Jacob as her favorite son. Esau, on the other hand, being very virile and a good hunter, was the favorite of his father. Rebecca’s punishment for instigating the theft of the blessing of Esau was that, once Jacob fled to the household of Laban, she never got to see him again. In Genesis, when Jacob does return home, well after fourteen years, he is only met by his father. There is no mention of Rebecca in Genesis after Jacob fled, and it is presumed she had died before his eventual return. This answer involved some reader interaction with the text and the best answer came from Larry Kaplan.

Ritual Challenge for May Who is conspicuously absent from the Haggadah? Best answer will win the super deluxe men's club brunch. Send your answer to [email protected] or leave a message at 610-253-2481.

MEN'S CLUB TOPICS FOR 2013

WE ARE ALWAYS ON THE LOOK OUT FOR SPEAKERS! TOPIC NEED NOT BE JEWISH RELATED AND CAN BE VERY INFORMAL.

PROFESSIONSALS ARE WELCOME WITH EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE NO SOLICITATIONS.

MEN’S CLUB BRUNCH SUNDAY MAY 5, 2013 - 10:30 AM – LECTURE AT 11:00 AM

General announcements continued…

BETHLEHEM/EASTON HADASSAH BOOK AND FILM CLUB DATE: THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2013 – TIME 7:00 p.m.

Film: “Connected”

A personal film with universal relevance, “Connected” explores how, after centuries of declaring our independence, it may be time for us to declare our interdependence instead. The film was written and directed by Tiffany Shlain, filmmaker and founder of the Webby Awards. Ken Goldberg, husband of Tiffany, was the co-writer. Ken grew up in Bethlehem and is the son of Ann Goldberg and the late Melvin M. Goldberg. For more information, search Connected, The Film on the web.

Place: Home of Debbie Miller, 1 Nottingham Lane, Easton, PA Phone: 610-253-8919

POTLUCK SHABBAT DATE: FRIDAY MAY 17, 2013 – SERVICES 6:30 p.m.

Celebrate the summer with our third annual Potluck Shabbat, May 17, 2013. Services will be at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Dena and Daniel Stein, followed by a communal dairy potluck dinner. Look for an email invitation to follow.

Please note BAS's kashrut policy for events outside the Synagogue: We acknowledge diversity of kashrut practices in our community, and, in order to ensure that everyone can contribute and everyone can eat, it is requested that all food adhere to ONE of the following two standards:

1.  Vegetarian, with only vegetarian ingredients. (Fish with fins and scales is also ok as long as it is labeled or self-evident.)

2.  Still vegetarian (plus fish, as above) and all ingredients are marked with a recognized kosher symbol (more than just "K"), cooked (if applicable) in a kosher kitchen that uses only hechshered products.

Dena and I do not heat outside food in our ovens; please bring food that either requires no additional heating or in containers that will retain heat. There will be a separate buffet table for each category, so that everyone can be fully informed. Feel free to email if you have any questions.

Rabbi Daniel Stein


THE BLANKET ANGELS

Way back in 2006 an appeal was sent out from Warren Hospital for some comfort lap blankets for the patients who came into the Oncology department for chemo-therapy infusions. During the process patients would experience chilling. The request was responded to by a group of women from Temple Covenant of Peace and Bnai Abraham Synagogue. Under the guidance of Gwen Jacobs (TCP) and Jessica Ytkin (BAS) monthly meetings were and still are arranged. People responded heartily. Even those who could not knit or crochet responded with cash to buy the yarn.

The result: Some 25 women managed to hand make and donate approximately 624 blankets. Actually there were some women who did not belong to either congregation, but wanted to join our endeavors. Blankets came from as far away as California, Arizona, and Tennessee, as well as locally. No two blankets were alike. All were made with love, were machine washable, and received a label “Made with love by Bnai Abraham Synagogue and Temple Covenant of Peace.” The hospital was overwhelmed – both emotionally and physically. At this juncture, the need has been satisfied, and there is a reserve supply. We hope that this is an indication that the number of patients in need has diminished. In the interim, some of the blankets were distributed to Warren Hospital’s Day Care Unit and on occasion to the patients in the Emergency Department. We can take comfort in the knowledge that, wherever the need was the greatest, these dedicated women answered the call.

We will keep knitting while searching for other organizations that need our help. Join us at the next gathering.

BNAI ABRAHAM/TEMPLE COVENANT OF PEACE KNITTING GROUP DATE: WEDNESDAY MORNING – MAY 22nd - TIME 10:30 a.m.

At the home of Ruth Schutzbank, 25 Stewartsville Road, Stewartsville, NJ

Please RSVP to Ruth via phone at 1-908-329-6036

SHAVUOT 2013 BNAI ABRAHAM WILL OBSERVE SHAVUOT MAY 15th - 17th

Please note the following events:

Wednesday, May 15: Tikkun Leil Shavuot, 7:00 PM Study of a Contemporary Jewish Issue and Cheesecake, Home of Dena and Daniel Stein

Thursday, May 16 Morning Services, 9:30 AM

Friday, May 17 Morning Services, 9:30 AM; Yizkor: 11:00 AM


CAMPAIGN FOR NEW MEMBERS - HELP WANTED!

We are asking every member of our congregation to help us locate prospective new members. They may be your neighbors, friends, vet, or whoever. Please relay the name and any pertinent information to the Membership Chair, Marna Simon, or to Elaine Morrow. You may also call and give the information to the synagogue office staff.

ADULT EDUCATION

Our successful Torah Study group will continue to meet Thursday mornings, 10:15 to 11:15. No prior experience is necessary. We are charging a low materials fee of $10 per semester to defray the cost of copying and coffee.

COFFEE WITH RABBI STEIN

Enjoy coffee with the Rabbi at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesdays at Wegmans on Rt. 248. Look for the Martin Guitar on the back right corner of the room.

AL’S CLEANERS - FUNDRAISER FOR BAS!

Bnai Abraham has been signed up at Al’s Cleaners, 1132 Northampton Street, to enable the synagogue to collect 10% of all sales of dry cleaning and laundry services that our congregants spend there. It’s easy. Just mention that you are a member of Bnai Abraham Synagogue, and they will credit the synagogue and send the proceeds periodically. Al’s is only about seven blocks from the synagogue, has very convenient hours, and does excellent work.

MOVING

Please notify the Bnai Abraham Synagogue office of any address changes to enable us to avoid charges for returned and undeliverable mail and to insure that you receive all mail being sent to you from the synagogue.

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013

“The Touro Synagogue” with Rabbi Mordechai Escovits

“Visit” the oldest synagogue in America with one of its former tour guides. Brunch at 9:45 a.m., talk at 10:00 a.m.

Location: Jewish Family Service, 2004 Allen St., Allentown, PA

Admission is $3 per person, including the talk and the brunch. To make reservations, call 610-821-8722 by May 19.


SHOPPING AT AMAZON…A FUNDRAISER FOR BNAI ABRAHAM!

Click on the Amazon search link on the “Donations” page on the BAS website, and for any purchases made during your visit on Amazon.com, Amazon will contribute 4% to 15% of the purchase price to Bnai Abraham!

How it works:

Navigate to the BAS Donations webpage at http://www.bnaiabraham.org/donations.html and type any item keyword in the Amazon search box, and you will be transferred to Amazon.com. (You must use this link or purchases will not be traced to BAS). If you place items in your shopping cart and complete a purchase during your visit, Amazon will pay us a portion of the purchase price (not including shipping), that portion to range from 4% to 15% depending on the item category.

Rates for categories are posted on our website.

We encourage all of our members to shop on Amazon.com – but remember to only access Amazon.com through the BAS link at the below url or we will not get the purchase credit:

http://www.bnaiabraham.org/donations.html

Thank you for your continued support of BAS and HAPPY SHOPPING!



Jewish Family Services of the Lehigh Valley

F o o d P a n t r y help keep our kosher food pantry stocked…

Every time you attend a meeting for a Jewish 0rganization, please bring a non-perishable kosher item with you. Call for your collection box and pick up. Call Becky Goldenberg at 610-892-1250 or Email: [email protected] or Jewish Family Services of The Lehigh Valley at 610-821-8722.

Jewish Family Services of the Lehigh Valley will provide a collection box and will pick up the items.

T r e e o f L i f e

Permanently commemorate your simcha or celebrate a person!

The “Tree of Life” sculpture is on display in the BAS Main lobby known as Founders Hall.

It is used to honor and remember special events such as: Bar/Bat Mitzvahs

Birthdays

Anniversaries

Memorials

Engagements

Namings

Weddings

and any other special milestone or celebration!

Leaf: $140 Apple: $800

Or memorialize your loved one:

Stone at base of tree: $1,100

Dedicate a memorial plaque to be located on the

walls of the Sanctuary: $300

To honor your friends on the Walk of Life: $350

Lothar Gumberich, Chairman: 610-253-5263 BAS office: 610-258-5343

ProJeCt of Easton has been helping people help themselves for 43 years, ever since a group of clergy and everyday people of goodwill saw the need in their community and acted. Today, ProJeCt offers relief to people struggling to meet their basic needs, helps lift them out of emergencies, and supports their move to self-sufficiency through top-ranked adult and family education programs. ProJeCt also works for you as we work to build a strong community. With your support, we serve over 3,600 families and individuals annually. It’s our ProJeCt. It’s your ProJeCt.

Donations Needed for Food Pantry

(Food Pantry menus change monthly; therefore, items will change accordingly.)

Hot or cold cereal, canned fruit, juice (plastic bottles), baby food (dry and jars), jelly (plastic containers)**

** Although ProJeCt is able to purchase food at cost of $1 for $15 worth of food, we are currently not able to purchase this item from suppliers. Contributions of this item would be greatly appreciated.

Other: Can openers can be given to clients in need. Soaps, shampoo, deodorant, feminine products, diapers (toddler sizes), cleaning products, gift cards for pharmacy, clothes and food, children’s backpacks, school supplies - notebooks, 3” binders, filler paper, pens and pencils, flash-drive memory sticks, new or gently-used strollers, new or gently-used locking file cabinets, new or gently-used brochure display racks, room dividers or partitions.

Food items can be delivered directly to ProJeCt’s Food Pantry, located at the rear of St. John’s Lutheran Church parking lot, 330 Ferry St. Easton. Donations accepted Mon - Fri, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, and 1:00 - 4:00 pm. (For large donations of food, please schedule drop-off in advance).

Volunteers Needed:

Office Assistants - Flexible scheduling

For more information call 610-258-4361 ext. 18.

Tutors Needed: Help with adult literacy, learning English as a second language (ESL), improving pronunciation and articulation, transitioning to secondary education or career field – 18 or older with high school education or more. No teaching or foreign language experience required. Training and materials provided.

For more information all 610-258-1100, ext. 14.

BAS is going green

We will email the bulletin to all those who have

provided a current e-mail address.

Please send your email address to

[email protected].

You will receive your bulletin quicker

and in full color. Please note...

We will be notifying congregants of emergencies

and special events through e-mail.

Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. These three words are applicable to a wide variety of things and situations Paper is a precious commodity and comes from trees, one of our dwindling natural resources. Stay conscious of the need to conserve paper, and rethink some of your work or school printing practices. This will cut down on wasted paper and will decrease the amount of new paper that needs to be purchased. Don't print things unless absolutely necessary. Try not to print emails. Back up files on your computer using multiple electronic methods and locations. If you still have old one-sided sheets of paper around, use them for printing, copying, or as a notepad for taking notes. And always recycle paper rather than throwing it in the trash.

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