Meet Our New Executive Director, Josh Bender

Meet Our New Executive Director, Josh BenderHow long have you been a Jewish Communal Professional?

I’ve been in the Jewish Communal Service field for about 20 years in several different leadership capacities including the JCC, the Jewish Camping world, the synagogue world, the Hillel world, and most recently, the Jewish Day School world. I am very excited to be returning to synagogue leadership and to be joining the vibrant and warm community that is Beth El.

Why did you decide to come to Beth El?

I have always had a deep appreciation of Beth El. I had the opportunity the last two years to do song leading for Beth El on the High Holidays and on Shabbat. My family and I fell in love with the community. I also spent many years during my career working in synagogues and it has always been so rewarding and gratifying to serve in a synagogue leadership role.

What are you most looking forward to in your new role?

The role of the Executive Director in a synagogue like Beth El is so multi-faceted. Every day is different. The work is challenging, yet extremely rewarding. As the Executive Director, I have the opportunity to work closely with our congregants and our outstanding clergy and staff to support the incredibly important and holy work that we do at Beth El of creating connections, community, and supporting our members through times of joy and sadness.

Tell us about yourself.

I am a dad of three boys, Noah, Jacob, and Ethan. Much of my life right now when I’m not working is encompassed with baseball, hiking, fishing, and chasing after three very active boys. I love to read in my free time—when I have free time! I

play the guitar—I’ve been playing the guitar and song-leading for many years. I love Jewish music, as well as folk music in general. In the last five years, I have developed a love for gardening and I enjoy carpentry and working with tools. My wife Julie is a social worker who has worked in hospitals as a Pediatric Social Worker, and has also worked for non-profits.

Are there any mottos, quotes or values that you live by. If so, what are they?

One of my favorite quotes is from Martin Luther King, Jr., who said: “Life’s most persistent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’”

How would you describe yourself?

I enjoy working with teams and collaboration. I like to hear many perspectives even when they are different from mine. I think my colleagues in previous jobs would describe me as a good listener and a reflective leader who can successfully address the day to day operations of an organization while keeping an eye on the “big picture.”

What have you learned from your previous positions that will help you succeed in this role?

Another favorite quote of mine from Jewish tradition (Pirkei Avot) is “Who is wise? One who learns from everybody.” One of the most important lessons that I have learned over the years working as a Jewish communal professional is that everyone, no matter who he/she is, deserves to be heard, to

be respected, and everyone has a story to tell.

October 2016 Elul-Tishrei- 5777-5778

Volume 63 • Number 7

In This Issue: Page 3 Generations Shabbat Page 8 Simchat Torah Back Page Annual Service of Remembrance

Josh Bender with his wife, Julie, and sons Ethan (22 months), Jacob (8) and Noah (10)

2 The Voice of Beth El Congregation

Ralene Chalew on the loss of her beloved daughter, Surrie Armstrong.

Joyce Fruman on the loss of her beloved mother, Rose Greenberg.

Marla Goldman on the loss of her beloved father, Herbert Elwood Cohen.

Jack Greenberg on the loss of his beloved mother, Minnie Greenberg.

Julie Janofsky on the loss of her beloved sister, Margie Sue Chapin.

Carol Kleiner and Judge Robert Steinberg on the loss of their beloved step-mother, Janet Gerber Steinberg.

Shari Kohn on the loss of her beloved mother, Ilene Cohen.

Michelle Moss on the loss of her beloved father, Morris Blivess.

Ailene Sher on the loss of her beloved father, Myer Rubinowitz.

Linda and Joel Smeyne on the loss of their beloved son-in-law, Jay Gordon Cohen.

Michael Steinhardt on the loss of his beloved mother, Carol Steinhardt.

Shirley Offit on the loss of her beloved sister, Annette Patz.

The family of the beloved Annette Weiner.

Our Deepest Sympathy to:

Our Heartiest Mazel Tov to:

Melissa and Matthew Barr on the birth of their son, Seth Mason Barr; grandparents are Robin and Art Barr; great-grandparents are Molly and Milton Bereson.

Ronnie Book on the birth of his granddaughter, Stella Rose Manko; great-grandparents are Rosalie and Alvin Book.

Beth and Jason Cohen on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Jonas Harper Cohen; grandparents are Sheila and Paul Cohen and Carole and Robert Kussner.

Milestone Anniversaries:Tracey and Dilip Paliath on their 15th

Amy and Joshua Weintraub on their 15th

Ayelet and Dan Gincel on their 20th

Rebecca and Lawrence Mossing on their 20th

Norma and Stanley Axel on their 25th

Felice and Todd Dorman on their 25th

Lisa and Gordon Levin on their 25th

Denise and Keith Franz on their 35th

Eileen and Matthew Margolies on their 40th

Robert and Herman Rosenthal on their 40th

Barbara and Harry Kellman on their 50th

Cecilia and Stanley Schocket on their 50th

Ellen and Stuart Wiesenberger on their 50th

Jacqueline and Robert Smelkinson on their 60th

Louise and Jerome Sollins on their 60th

Lois and Stanford Bensky on their 65th

Janet Gerber SteinbergAnnette Weiner

We mourn the passing of our members and extend sincere condolences to their families.

In Memoriam

The Beth El FamilyJudy and Bob Cohen and Diane and

Jeffrey Lieberman on the birth of their granddaughter, Stella Blake Lieberman.

Annette and Joe Cooper and Barbara and Paul Cooper on the birth of their great-granddaughter and granddaughter, Sydney Grace Kirsch.

Andrea and Lee Davidson on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Matthew Landon Davidson; grandparents are Sandy Haffner Ellison and Ginny Davidson.

Alan Fleischmann and Dafna Tapiero on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Laura Julia Tapiero Fleischmann; grandparents are Arnold Fleischmann, Laura Buxbaum Fleischmann z”l, Rosalie Rosenzwog, Judith Tapiero and Charles Tapiero.

Dr. Jeffrey and Syndy Gaber on the marriage of their daughter, Melanie, to Ryan Blackwell and the marriage of their son, Corey, to Lisa Casey; grandparents are Faye and Harold Trippe.

Marina Gavilow and Alex Gavilow on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Zachary Jordan Gavilow; grandparents are Chana Gavilow and Ina and Arkady Parkhomovsky.

Stephanie and Daniel Goldmeier on the birth of their son, Maddox Jarrod Goldmeier; grandparents are Jennifer and Edward Goldmeier.

Barbara and Benjy Green on the birth of their grandson, Reid Green Skipper.

Suzanne and Alberto Halphen on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Naomi Florence Halphen; grandparents are Liana Halphen and Jennifer and Geoffrey Baxter.

Mindy Lipsey and Alan Lipsey on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Emily Megan Lipsey; grandparents are Rona Engel and Rita and David Hammerman.

Carley and Eric Orsini on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Gabriel Ryan Orsini; grandparents are Mary and Victor Orsini and Susan and Stanley Berkman.

Dr. Lee Richmond on the birth of her great-grandchildren, Gabriella Hadar and Mayer Aaron Wexler.

Lynne and Stephen Richmond on the marriage of their daughter, Samantha, to Alex Bouganim; grandmother is Dr. Lee Richmond.

Jeffrey and Nicole Robbins on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter Sarah Abigail Robbins; grandparents are Barbara and Fred Bornstein and Rita and David Hammerman.

Barbara and Elliot Schlanger on the marriage of their daughter, Adria, to Matthew Gold; grandmother is Irene Snyder.

Ellie Spind on the Bar Mitzvah of her grandson, Evan Samuel Spind.

Jodi and Michael Stappler on the engagement of their son, Samuel, to Nicole Rothouse.

Robert and Robyn Talesnik on the B’nai Mitzvah of their children, Benjamin Spencer Talesnik and Hannah Reese Talesnik; grandparents are Sheila and Gary Talesnik and Sharon and Nathan Kohen.

Sharon Propper and Scott Taylor on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Jonah Max Taylor; grandmother is Doris Taylor.

A Speedy Recovery to:Sandy Bloom Leon Cohen

3The Voice of Beth El Congregation

Bat Mitzvah Emily Megan Lipsey, daughter of Mindy Lipsey and Alan Lipsey, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah during Havdallah services on October 8, 2016.

Bat Mitzvah Laura Tapiero Fleischmann, daughter of Dafna Tapiero and Alan Fleischmann, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on October 8, 2016.

Bar & Bat Mitzvah

Bar Mitzvah Zachary Jordan Gavilow, son of Marina Gavilow and Alex Gavilow, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on October 15, 2016.

Bar Mitzvah Jonah Max Taylor, son of Sharon Propper and Scott Taylor, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on October 29, 2016.

Bat Mitzvah Sarah Abigail Robbins, daughter of Jeffrey and Nicole Robbins, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah during Havdallah services on October 8, 2016.

Bar Mitzvah Gabriel Ryan Orsini, son of Carley and Eric Orsini, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on October 15, 2016.

Bat Mitzvah Hannah Reese Talesnik, daughter of Robert and Robyn Talesnik, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on October 22, 2016.

Bat Mitzvah Naomi Florence Halphen, daughter of Suzanne and Alberto Halphen, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah during Havdallah services on October 22, 2016.

Bar Mitzvah Matthew Landon Davidson, son of Andrea and Lee Davidson, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on October 29, 2016.

The Beth El Family

Bar Mitzvah Jonas Harper Cohen, son of Beth and Jason Cohen, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah during Havdallah services on October 29, 2016.

Bar Mitzvah Benjamin Spencer Talesnik, son of Robert and Robyn Talesnik, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on October 22, 2016.

Please join us on Shabbat to celebrate and honor

Generations Campaign DonorsSaturday, November 5, 2016 | 10 a.m.

Berman-Rubin SanctuaryKiddush will follow.

Please respond to Lisa at [email protected] or 410-484-0411 by Wednesday, October 26.


Saturday, October 1 Parsha of the Week – NitzavimMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, October 2 Erev Rosh HashanahMorning Service 9:15 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.Candle lighting 6:28 p.m.

Monday, October 3 Rosh Hashanah – 1st Day Morning Service 9:30 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 4 Rosh Hashanah – 2nd DayMorning Service 9:30 a.m.Evening Service 7:30 p.m.

Friday, October 7Morning Service 8:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.Candle lighting 6:20 p.m.

Saturday, October 8 Shabbat Shuvah Parsha of the Week – VayelechMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, October 11 Erev Yom KippurMorning Service 8:00 a.m.Kol Nidre 6:00 p.m.Candle lighting 6:14 p.m.

Wednesday, October 12 Yom KippurMorning Service 9:30 a.m.Yizkor Service 11:15 a.m.Ne’ilah 5:45 p.m.Shofar 7:15 p.m.


Saturday, October 15 Parsha of the Week – Ha’azinuMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:15 p.m.

Sunday, October 16 Erev SukkotMorning Service 9:15 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.Candle lighting 6:07 p.m.

Monday, October 17 Sukkot – 1st DayMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 18 Sukkot – 2nd DayMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 19 Hol HaMoed SukkotMorning Service 7:45 a.m.Evening Service 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 20 Hol HaMoed Sukkot Morning Service 7:45 a.m.Evening Service 7:30 p.m.

Friday, October 21 Hol HaMoed SukkotMorning Service 7:45 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.Candle lighting 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 22 Shabbat Hol HaMoedMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:15 p.m.

Sunday, October 23 Hoshanah RabaMorning Service 9:15 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.Candle lighting 5:57 p.m.

Monday, October 24 Shmini AtzeretMorning Service/Yizkor 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 25 Simchat TorahMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 7:30 p.m.


Saturday, October 29 Parsha of the Week – BereshitMorning Service 10:00 a.m.Evening Service 6:00 p.m.

Schedule of Services

MorningMonday – Friday 8:00 a.m.Rosh Chodesh 7:45 a.m.Shabbat 10:00 a.m.Sunday &Legal Holidays 9:15 a.m.

EveningMonday – Thursday 7:30 p.m.Friday 6:00 p.m.Saturday Sundown*Sunday &Legal Holidays 5:30 p.m.*Check website or call 410-580-2727

Daily Schedule of Services


Participate in this Year’s Annual AppealBy Rabbi Steven Schwartz

The High Holy Days call us to reflect on the things that are most important in our lives. As we listen to the sacred melodies and ancient words of the Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services we think of family and friends, of parents and grandparents, of those with whom we have shared the journey of our years. We recall the past, we sense how quickly the time goes by, and we thank God for the gift of another year. The piercing sound of the shofar reminds us of our very best selves, of the innate capacity for goodness that God has given to each of us, speaking to our hearts and our souls and reminding us of our sacred heritage.

In Jewish life, these ideals are lived in the context of community. We come together to mourn our losses and to celebrate our blessings, to pray and to study, and to work to bring goodness and God’s presence into the world. The synagogue becomes the focal point of Jewish life, the place where Jews join together in common purpose, celebrating our history and affirming the age-old covenant between God and Israel. It is in the synagogue where a child learns his or her first Hebrew words, reads from the Torah on the occasion of bar or bat mitzvah, and one day stands under the huppah. It is in the synagogue where a grief stricken member can come to recite the words of the kaddish and to find comfort in

the caring warmth of others who have walked that path. And it is in the synagogue where we search for God’s presence in our lives, and where we know others are also searching. To embark on that search alone is daunting and difficult at best. But to do it in the midst of a sacred community, in the בית מדרש—the House of Study—and the בית כנסת—the House of Worship—is an opportunity to engage the sacred and to find a deeper meaning in life.

But as the Sages teach us, without material resources, we cannot do our work, and we cannot create the kind of sacred community that we know Beth El to be. Each year

when the holidays arrive we ask for your help. Please participate in this year’s Annual Appeal! Your donation enables young members to receive a proper Hebrew education and helps older members who might need dues assistance. Your participation in the Annual Appeal also is an affirmation of the power of community and the importance of the synagogue in Jewish life. Thank you for your caring and your help, and may we all be blessed with a sweet and healthy 5777.

Annual Appeal

“...the Annual Appeal also is an affirmation of the power of community and the importance of the

synagogue in Jewish life...”


It can be seen, or maybe even more so, sensed, in the barely noticeable details: the books resting on shelves, spines worn and tired from restless hands pressing their pages. Some have bookmarks where the reading stopped, others highlighted sentences that were read again and again preparing for some test. There are ticket stubs carefully tucked into the seams of a mirror, each one representing a new adventure, exciting moments shared with friends that gradually settle into a vast collection of past experiences. Pictures of those friends and of family lie everywhere, on dresser tops and the bedside table, on the desk and a chair. Each one tells the tale of time’s passage. Here she was an eager and smiling 3rd grader, suddenly there beginning high school, and just next to it a photo of her graduation. A family wedding, a first boyfriend, a best friend, siblings and cousins and travels, even parents! A picture board story, randomly organized, but conveying love and life, tears and laughter, things both bitter and sweet and everything in between.

Of course there are beloved stuffed animals, gently resting in place as they have now for years, patiently waiting for a living presence to return to their cozy dwelling. Somehow these loyal companions are now twenty years old, some older! They have weathered over the years, collecting dust and memories, representing time gone by. Some have names, others toil in obscurity, some faithfully comforting and snuggling, others tasked with simply watching events unfold, that age-old job of witness.

Do not forget the bulletin board. Classic cork, heavy with hand written notes, with stickers and birthday cards and beads and even a feather is there, light and delicate, gently moving when the window opens to the world outside. Proud accomplishments are quietly displayed, reminders of past successes. Who knows what strict criteria must be met in order for an item to find its way to that board? It stands as a visual narrative of past events, of highlights and sweet memories that will forever be infused with the hope and heartache of youth.

These days the room is occupied less and less. High school graduation was followed by travel, then college

in a distant northern town. Summer jobs away at camp, visiting with friends in the big city, the incredible hustle and bustle of a busy young life. Before long she’ll have another home, another room where new pictures will accumulate, where a strangely

empty bulletin board will hang, ’til it also begins to fill with memories. But the old room will always exist, permanently engraved on heart and mind, its tapestry of the past informing the future, the starry nights and sunrises yet to be seen, the winter storms and warm springs that lie ahead.

The Room

Rabbi’s ReflectionBy Rabbi Steven Schwartz

“It stands as a visual narrative of past events, of highlights and sweet memories that will forever be infused with the hope and heartache of youth.”


Cake WarsSunday, October 23, at 11:45 a.m.Families and friends will receive a kit with all supplies necessary to decorate a masterpiece cake. One team will be crowned the Beth El Cake Wars Champion. Additional decorated cakes will be donated to Baltimore Station.

RSVP to Mike Uhlfelder at [email protected].

A program of the Beth El Engagement Committee.

Events

The Deli Man Sunday, October 30, at 5:00 p.m.The entire congregation is invited to join the Empty Nesters/Baby Boomers at Dougie’s BBQ and grill for a movie and kosher dinner.

RSVPs are due by Friday, October 21. $35/person. Please make your check payable to Beth El Congregation, Attn: Yvonne. Your check is your reservation. To RSVP for this event, please contact Joanne Rief at 443-604-2200.

Wine Tasting & PairingSaturday, December 10, at 7:00 p.m. at The Palisades in Towson, 212 Washington Ave.Bring your own appetizers and desserts. Limited to 50 people - reserve early! Cost: $25/person. Call Fraeda Lewis at 410-653-9746 or [email protected] for more information.

This event is sponsored by the Empty Nesters/Baby Boomers Group and Events Committee.

Baby BoomersEmpty Nesters &

Group

The Alvin and Lois Lapidus Center for Healing and Spirituality Presents:

Mixology Tisch (table)Fridays, October 7 and 14, at 7:00 p.m.

October 7, mixologist: Rabbi Schwartz October 14, mixologist: Scott Baylin

Friday night just got a little more interesting. Make several specialty cocktails while sharing some L’Chaims. Add some vermouth and a twist of Torah.

$18/person; 18 person limit. For more information and to RSVP, contact Rachel at [email protected].

Exploring Identity Through Contemporary Israeli PoetryThursday, November 17, at 8:00 p.m.What does it mean to find your place, your voice, your direction? Together with internationally-known Jewish educator Rachel Korazim, we will explore how Israeli writers struggle with these themes through their poems. Cost: $10/person. RSVP to Rachel at [email protected].

Refuel Weekly Mindful Rhythm • Zentangling • Meditation Sits

For more information on Soul Center programs, visit soulcenterbaltimore.org.

Paper Shredding & E-Cycle EventSunday, October 30, at 9:00 a.m.Now is the time to get rid of all those canceled checks, bank statements and even electronics! There is a $10 fee for up to four bags. We will no longer accept TVs or computers with tubes. We will be collecting anything with a cord or battery including:

ComputersMouseKeyboardsCD DrivesDVD DrivesFloppy DrivesElectric MotorsPrinters

ScannersMotherboardsRAMHard DisksDVD-RWsFax MachinesKeyboardsGraphic Cards

Docking StationsCell PhonesNotebooksLaptopsPDAsPower SuppliesShreddersTelephones

All proceeds benefit Beth El Environmental Committee.


HonoringMalcolm and Sandra Bermanas we rededicate the Berman-Rubin Sanctuary

Aliyah HonorsLauren EsakoffLauren is a bright light at Beth El, bringing her wisdom, kindness, generosity, and deep interest in Jewish life to her service to the synagogue. A member of the Board of Directors and involved with a variety of committees, Lauren’s spirit and smile have enhanced congregational life in many different ways, from the school to the shul. Her devotion and dedication to Beth El have helped us become a stronger and more sacred community, and we feel honored to have the chance to thank her for all she has done. At the very same time, we look forward to what the future holds for Lauren, her daughter Eliana, and Beth El. She is a devoted mother, daughter, congregant and friend. Whenever anyone needs anything, Lauren is there.

Stanley RutkoStanley is a member of our ‘minionaires,’ those members who come to Beth El each and every morning as part of our daily prayer service. With his warm heart, kind smile, and powerful connection to the synagogue, Stan is the paradigmatic mensch. Over the years he has helped others to grow Jewishly and to feel the sense of caring and community that is Beth El at its very best. The synagogue, in turn, is without question Stanley’s home away from home, a place where he has celebrated life’s blessings and mourned the loss of his beloved wife Shirley of blessed memory. When Stanley helps to conduct Friday morning services he lifts the entire minyan with his clear love of our tradition and profound respect for God. Simply put, Beth El would not be the congregation it is without Stanley’s presence in our midst.

Simchat Torah

Simchat Torah CelebrationsJoin us Monday evening, October 24, for Hakafot, dancing with the Torahs, music, drinks, and snacks. Weather permitting; we will take our Simchat Torah celebration outside the circle at the front of Beth El. The joyous spirit of celebration and gratitude that marks this holiday and the conclusion of the fall holiday cycle is not to be missed! Activities, including a scavenger hunt, and a light dinner for preschool and young families will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by the congregational celebration at 7:00 p.m.

The festive celebration continues Tuesday morning, October 25, at 10:00 a.m. with Simchat Torah morning services. We will complete the annual Torah reading cycle, begin the cycle that will carry us through the next year, and honor Lauren Esakoff and Stanley Rutko for the special ways in which they make the Beth El community more caring and connected.


Jewish Theological Seminary

We look forward to a very successful season in supporting our future rabbis, cantors, teachers, and administrators who attend the Jewish Theological Seminary.

Pictured above is this year’s benefactor’s pin for the Torah fund which supports the Jewish Theological Seminary. This year’s theme is P’ri yadehah, which means the fruit of her hands. It is a phrase from the beloved Eishet Chayil prayer, taken from the Book of Proverbs (31:31).

We envision this prayer today with appreciation for the hard-working, generous, and family-oriented woman whose work is to create a better world.

SisterhoodBeth El

General Meeting and ProgramMonday, November 7, at 11:30 a.m.Guest Speaker – Dr. Dee Dee Shiller

Our guest presenter, Dr. Dee Dee Shiller, will speak about the BRCA gene, a gene that normally acts to restrain the growth of cells in the breast, but which, when mutated, predisposes to breast cancer. Dr. Shiller is a gynecologist and osteopath who takes a holistic approach to the treatment of gynecological conditions. She advocates for women’s preventative health. Her topic will be: Every person has a story. Learn how your past can help build your future.

RSVP by October 26, 2016.Name _________________________________________________________________

Home Phone __________________________ Cell Phone ______________________________

Email ________________________________________________________________________

If you are NOT a subscription holder, send a $20 check made out to: Beth El Sisterhood - Luncheons

Attn: Marcia Boonshaft or Esther Harris 8101 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21208

We regret that we are unable to seat walk-ins for the luncheon; however, all are welcome to attend the program which begins at 12:45 p.m.

Biblio 2016-2017Welcome to Biblio, Beth El Sisterhood’s Book Club. We hold monthly gatherings on Wednesdays at noon in either the Kolker Room or the Myers Auditorium. Biblio is open to the entire community and is tuition free. Bring a dairy lunch; Beth El provides tea and coffee and hostesses provide dessert.

If you have any questions, please contact: Barbara Berkowitz (410-296-8424), Carol Cummins (410-486-1504), Joan Flaks (410-486-6246), Frida Fraiman (410-363-6464) or Rita Silverman (410-484-1731).

November 16, 2016 Saralynn Glass The Keeper of Secrets: A Novel by Julie Thomas and The Late Starters Orchestra by Ari L. Goldman

December 14, 2016 Ben Kreshtool After Long Silence by Helen Fremont

January 11, 2017 Gail Lipsitz My Russian Grandmother and Her American

Vacuum Cleaner by Meir Shalev

February 15, 2017 Rabbi Faith Cantor Fifty Shades of Talmud ... by Maggie Anton

March 15, 2017 Susan Hackerman Dinner with Edward ... by Isabel Vincent

April 26, 2017 Jane Krosin T.B.A.

May 24, 2017 Barbara Levenson East of Eden by John Steinbeck

June 14, 2017 Paula Gallagher “The 2016-2017 World of Books” - Closing Luncheon

Affiliates


Sisterhood Trips 2016-2017Beth El is a congregation of over 1700 families. An enjoyable way to meet and socialize with members of the Beth El family is to participate in the trips offered by Sisterhood each year. These trips are open to Sisterhood members and members of the congregation. Information about each trip can be found on the Beth El website – www.bethelbalto.com, in the Voice, and on individual trip flyers.

Thursday, October 20, 2016 7:45 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Doylestown, PAOn this trip, you will have a docent-led tour of the James Michener Art Museum, a casual buffet lunch, tours of the Mercer Museum, a docent-led tour of Fonthill Castle - Mr. Mercer’s home, and a visit to the Moravian Pottery and Tile Works. Since we will be walking, please wear comfortable and sturdy shoes.

Cost: $140/person.

To be put on the wait list, contact Linda Mondell at 410-486-1542 ([email protected]) or Ellen Wiesenberger at 410-484-6411 ([email protected]).

Trip to the Baltimore Museum of ArtThursday, December 8, 2016 Hear a lecture given by BMA Assistant Curator, Laura Albans, lunch at Gertrudes and an audio-guided tour of Matisse/Diebenko. $75/person. Waitlist only. Contact Marlene Siegel at 410-484-1844.

Sisterhood continued ClubMen’s

The Men’s Club has some great events coming up and you will want to make note of these important “save the dates” and “announcements.”

Events:• Purity Plunge: Sunday, October 9, 8:30 a.m. — Prepare

yourself for Yom Kippur by joining Cantor King and the Beth El Men’s Club in the first annual Beth El Purity Plunge at Gunpowder State Park, Hammerman Swimming Area, 7200 Graces Quarters Rd., Middle River 21220. RSVP to Cantor King at 410-484-0411.

• Scotch and Steak* in the Sukkah: Wednesday, October 19, 6:00 p.m. — Join the Men’s Club for a spirited discussion on the virtues of Scotch, Steaks, and of course, Sukkot, led by Rabbi Schwartz. Baltimore Sun Sports Writer Mike Preston will speak on the local Baltimore sports scene. Cost: $30/Men’s Club members, $35/non-members. RSVP to Jack Boonshaft at [email protected]. Your payment is your reservation. *Don’t eat steak? No worries, as alternatives will be available.

• Ravens Family Tailgate: Sunday, November 20 — Join us for a fun cookout and then watch the Ravens beat the Cowboys on the big screen inside Beth El. Exact time and location will be announced closer to game day. So grab your friends, your family, and your purple! Circle November 20 for family fun.

• 1st Wednesdays @ Beth El with Tom Davis: Wednesday, December 7, 7:30 p.m. — The Men’s Club, along with the Rabbi Mark G. Loeb Center for Lifelong Learning, is sponsoring some “hot stove” baseball talk. This is sure to be an interesting evening with Tom addressing the crowd and also taking your questions.

Announcements: • Calling all Ushers! We are looking for a few good men (and

women) to usher this year for the High Holidays. It is an important role that keeps our beautiful services organized. If you are interested, please contact Jerry Goodman at 410-602-8766.

• New Men’s Club Yarmulke: Join the Men’s Club and receive our brand new Men’s Club Yarmulke — just in time for the High Holidays! Plus, you will receive the lower rate to the Men’s Club events. It is only $36 to join (hey…that’s only $3/month) to enjoy great events, comradery, and a free yarmulke! For more information on becoming a Men’s Club Member, please contact Jonathan Rosenberg at 410-526-0454.

• The officers are proud to announce the selection of the best Board of Directors since our inception in setting the direction of the Men’s Club. When you see one of these men, please congratulate him and pledge your support. David CantorSonny Davis

Scott Garfield

Art GersonDavid GolanerJerry Goodman

Dr. Steve KravetAlvin LeviJoe Silhavy

Affiliates

Judaica ShopBeth El

The Sisterhood Judaica Shop cannot make your chicken soup or roast your chicken, but we can offer a variety of tableware and serving pieces designed to add beauty and dignity to your table. There are candlesticks, challah boards, Kiddush cups and platters of every size and shape.

Please contact Beverly Penn at 410-486-2667 or the Beth El office at 410-484-0411 for an appointment.

Store Hours:Sun., 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.Mon., Wed., Thurs., 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Tues., 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.Fri., 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.


Save The Date!The Baltimore Shabbat Project will be held Sunday, November 6, through Saturday, November 12. The community-wide Shabbat will be held on Friday, November 11. Beth El will be planning a Friday night Shabbat dinner. Executive Director Josh Bender will present a program. Cost: $25/adults; $10/child under 10. RSVP to Lori Downing at [email protected]. Your payment is your reservation.

For more information on events taking place during the week, visit baltimoreshabbatproject.org.

Affiliates & Committees

November MeetingThe Beth El Seniors will be holding their November dinner meeting on Sunday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m. in the Offit Auditorium. The cost for the evening is $21 for members and $24 for non-members. Our entertainment for the evening will be the renowned Baltimore Klezmer Orchestra. Reservations and payments are due no later than Monday, October 31. Please advise if you would like a sugar-free dessert and with whom you would like to be seated. The seating committee will do its best to accommodate your seating wishes. Reservations received after October 31 will not be accepted. Mark envelope Beth El Seniors Attn: “Ruthye.” We offer an evening with entertainment, dinner and pleasant, friendly company. Join us and we won’t be strangers anymore.

For further information, call Ruthye Steinberg at 410-655-8242 or Ellen Budish at 443-857-7499.

Rosh Hashanah & Yom KippurBeth El Seniors wish all of its members and the entire synagogue family a very happy and healthy 5777. May this be the year that we all find peace in the world.

MembershipBeth El Seniors is always welcoming new members 50 years of age or older to join our active organization. Dues are only $18 per person/$36 for a couple for a year. Each of our dinner meetings include enjoyable entertainment for a price of $21 per member. Where else can you get such a deal? Contact Marcia Friedlander at 443-352-8233 for a membership application.

Torah Maintenance CardsA project of the Beth El Seniors is to support the care and repair of our synagogue’s Torahs and Megillot. A kosher, usable Torah must be written by hand with a pen and special ink by a learned scribe. Every letter must be perfectly formed and every word must be correctly spelled. The ink cannot be chipped off even a little bit. The parchment on which the Torah is written must be flawless. The slightest tear or smudge will render the Torah unfit for use. The Beth El Torahs are regularly inspected and repaired. This is a costly process. It is a mitzvah to contribute to a process that keeps our sacred scrolls preserved for future generations.

Torah Maintenance Cards may be purchased at the Beth El front office or contact Dorothy Fineblum at 410-653-2631. These all-purpose cards are six for $10.00 or $2.00 each.

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The Social Action Committee has been quiet during the summer. A small group including Rabbi Schwartz and Rabbi Saroken paid a visit to Beth El members who are residents at Springhouse in July. A good time was had by all. Another small group visited Hope Lodge for the Annual Fourth of July Barbeque. More than forty guests attended this event. A special note of thanks goes to Danny Neuman who did the hot work of tending the grill.

On Sunday, October 30, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., we will have a group of volunteers working in the kitchen at Moveable Feast. We need your help.

Please contact Jeanette Davis at 410-484-2960 or [email protected] to sign up to participate in this activity.

The Social Action Committee is always ready to welcome new members to participate in our many activities. Contact Ellen Budish at 443-857-7499 or [email protected] to join the Social Action Committee.

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Special Program in Memory of Allan Lipsitz, z”lV’Ahavta l’Reiacha Kamocha | Love Your Neighbor as Yourself

An Interdenominational Symposium Sunday, November 20, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Offit Auditorium

Join us to learn with a panel of four distinguished rabbis who will discuss these vital questions:

*What does this commandment mean?

*How can we practice it in our daily lives?

Our teachers will be Rabbi Geoff Basik, of Kol HaLev, a Reconstructionist synagogue community in Baltimore; Rabbi Gila Ruskin, of Temple Adas Shalom: The Harford Jewish Center, Havre de Grace, MD; Rabbi Shmuel Silber, of Suburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim, in Baltimore; and Rabbi Robert Tobin, of B’nai Shalom, a contemporary Conservative synagogue in West Orange, NJ. The dialogue will be moderated by Beth El’s Rabbi Steven Schwartz.

Offered in memory of H. Allan Lipsitz, z’’l, Beth El’s Program Director for Adult Education from 1998-2007, this program is sponsored by The Rabbi Mark G. Loeb Center for Lifelong Learning at Beth El and the H. Allan Lipsitz Endowed Adult Education Fund.

This program is free and the entire community is welcome. RSVP to Ellen Marks at [email protected] or 410-580-5166.

Adult EducationThese 1st Wednesday evenings will be light and enjoyable for everyone. You are invited to sponsor any or all of these programs. Please see sponsorship information to show your support for our programming. There is no charge for these programs that are open to the community. They begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Offit Auditorium. For a full description of these events, please see the 2016-2017 Adult Education Learning Opportunities Book.

October 5 Dr. Daniel Weiser, pianist, takes us on “A Jewish Journey”

November 2 Meet Dr. Richard Madow, D.D.S.

December 7 Meet television personality, sportscaster, and MASN’s Tom Davis

January 4 American Kodály Children’s Chorus

February 1 An Evening of Music with Julie Hiscox and Frederic Rey

March 1 Mekonen, The Journey of an African Jew

April 5 “Art Songs and Broadway and Films - Oh My!”

May 3 COJOT, A Documentary by Boaz Dvir - 7:00-9:00p.m

June 7 HaTikvah (The Hope): Overcoming Adversity with pianist Lior Willinger

Eye on the Oval OfficeIt’s already a historic and remarkably unpredictable presidential campaign. Join Neil Rubin, Ph.D. on Sunday, October 9, 30, and November 13 in the Agus Library from 10:00-11:00 a.m as we explore, both before and after the vote itself, what it all means for the moment and the long-term. What will Hillary Clinton’s vast political experience and controversial actions mean when compared to Donald Trump’s shoot-from-the-hip individualism?

The fee for these 3 classes is $40/Beth El member, $45/non-member. To register for this course, contact Ellen Marks at [email protected].


Adult Education

Program SponsorshipAre you looking for a meaningful way to acknowledge an anniversary, birthday, special occasion, yahrzeit, kindness, appreciation, or gratitude? A perfect opportunity to achieve your objective is to sponsor one or more of our adult learning programs or events and to support our adult education programs. Your sponsorship of $54 for an individual or $108 for a business will help the Rabbi Mark G. Loeb Center for Lifelong Learning continue to provide high quality events with high level facilitators. Your sponsorship goes directly to programming, not to desserts or printing materials.

We are happy to acknowledge and thank the following sponsors for adult programming:

• Marcia and Jack Boonshaft sponsored the program Exploring the Meaning of Teshuva with Gail Lipsitz on September 18.

• Sonya and Jerry Goodman are sponsoring Sweet Singers of Israel with Cantor Thom King beginning March 13.

• Dovey Kahn sponsored the program Exploring the Meaning of Teshuva with Gail Lipsitz on September 18.

• Renee King is sponsoring Tuesdays at the Movies with Dr. Rosann M. Catalano beginning May 2.

• Alice Levin sponsored our 1stWednesdays@BethEl program featuring Marvin Pinkert, Director of the Jewish Museum of Maryland, on September 7 and will sponsor the 1stWednesdays@BethEl program featuring television personality, sportscaster, and MASN’s Tom Davis on December 7.

• Gail Lipsitz is sponsoring 1stWednesdays@BethEl, Mekonen: The Journey of an African Jew, on March 1.

• Judy Pachino is sponsoring Eye on the Oval Office with Dr. Neil Rubin beginning October 9, Agus Academy beginning November 14, Sweet Singers of Israel with Cantor Thom King beginning March 16, Tuesday at the Movies beginning May 2, and Three Faces of Solomon with Rabbi Gila Ruskin beginning May 10.

• Beverly Penn is sponsoring the 1stWednesdays@BethEl program with pianist Dr. Daniel Weiser, who will take us on “A Jewish Journey” on October 5, as well as the H. Allan Lipsitz Memorial Program, V’Ahavta l’Reiacha Kamocha, Love Your Neighbor as Yourself: An Interdenominational Symposium on November 20.

• Janet Penn is sponsoring the H. Allan Lipsitz Memorial Program, V’Ahavta l’Reiacha Kamocha, Love Your Neighbor as Yourself: An Interdenominational Symposium, on November 20, Effectively Fighting Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions: How Congress Combats the BDS Movement on December 11, and Rabbis in Dialogue with Rabbi Faith Cantor and Rabbi Etan Mintz on April 26.

• Marlene Siegel also sponsored our 1stWednesdays@BethEl program with Marvin Pinkert, An American Tune: Celebrating Jewish Connections with Folk and Folk/Rock on September 7, and will sponsor our 1stWednesdays@BethEl, with television personality, sportscaster, and MASN’s Tom Davis on December 7.

Eye on the Oval Office with Dr. Neil Rubin

Rabbis in Dialogue with Rabbi Faith Cantor and

Rabbi Etan Mintz

1st Wednesdays@BethEl

Dr. Daniel Weiser

Contact Ellen Marks at [email protected] or 410-580-5166 for more information or to sponsor a program or event.


Infant/Toddler UpdateThe Infant Toddler wing is open and bursting with excitement. We currently have 50 infants and toddlers enrolled in our program. This is double what we had two years ago. We are opening a new baby room in September, another one in October, and we are almost full for our February 2017 baby room. The success of our program is due to the excellent care our Infant/Toddler developmental specialists provide for the children and their families. We appreciate and value the dedication of our staff.

Beth El @ Federal Hill UpdateWe are excited to let everyone know that Federal Hill has reached it maximum capacity of 32 children. This is an amazing accomplishment as we opened last year with eight children and grew to 12 throughout the year. This year, we opened with an enrollment of 32, which is all we are licensed for this year. We have a wait-list for this year as well as several applications for September 2017!

Achshav Off to Amazing Start We are so excited that this year, our 10th graders will be joining three other Hebrew High School programs on their own journey to Israel in December. This will be the second group of Achshav students to complete their leadership training with an Israel Mission. Achshav is our joint leadership training program with Chizuk Amuno. Our students join together for two years studying Israeli history and leadership skills that are used every day, both in the Jewish and secular communities. Achshav begins in 8th grade and continues till the end of 10th grade. The Israel Mission for Achshav participants is also heavily subsidized. If you have an 8th grader who would like to join our current Achshav cohort, please be in touch with Rabbi Faith Cantor at 410-484-4543.

The Rabbi’s SchmoozeMonday evenings, 6:00-7:30 p.m.Why do our teens join The Rabbi’s Schmooze?• to continue to develop and maintain important Jewish

friendships• to continue with their Jewish education • to continue in-depth conversation with their Rabbis • to continue to be exposed to and stimulated by Jewish ideas,

values and learning• to continue to discover how being Jewish influences their

decision-making• to continue to examine, question and understand themselves

as individuals and Jews• to continue to participate in Jewish educational activities and

projects• to continue to socialize with old and new friends

REGISTER YOUR TEEN NOW

The Rabbi’s Schmooze (10th-12th) meets monthly on Monday evenings for supper and discussion with their Rabbis. Rabbi Steven Schwartz, Rabbi Dana Saroken, and Rabbi Faith Cantor will meet with our high schoolers from 6:00-7:30 p.m. A discussion-based curriculum ranging from the arts to politics and history, all to explore Jewish ethics and values and its relevancy to Jewish teens, their lives and their decisions. Our teens will have time to examine Jewish ideas in depth and to explore the topics that are relevant and meaningful to their lives.

For more information, contact Fran Davis at 410-484-4543 or [email protected]

IPPE ShabbatIPPE Shabbat is led by Rabbi Faith Cantor, Morah Becky and the T’filah Team and Mitzvah Monsters. Join us for songs, stories, and a wonderful family Shabbat experience.

October 15 10:15 a.m. in the Schuster Library

Tot ShabbatJoin Morah Becky for an interactive service filled with song, prayer, puppets and Torah stories in the Kreitzer Memorial

Room. For kids up to 5 years old and their families. October 15, October 22 (Pre-K honored) 11:15 a.m. in the Kreitzer Memorial Room

Torah Sparks/Sensory ShabbatLearn to lead Shabbat morning prayers through games, stories and more with Rabbi Faith Cantor. Children of all ages are invited to attend. Sensory Shabbat is open to individuals and

families with special needs. Services are sensory based and interactive. Devices and fidgets are welcome.

October 29 11:00 a.m. in the Gorn Chapel

Shabbat Servicesfor Children

School News


School News

Neighborhood Schools NewsBy Amy Goldberg

My name is Amy Goldberg and I am the new Director of Neighborhood Schools. I am thrilled to join the professional team and congregational family at Beth El. My husband Ben and I live in Towson and look forward to welcoming our first child in December. I have dual Master’s degrees in Jewish Education and Jewish Communal Service from Baltimore Hebrew Institute at Towson University. Before joining Beth El, I worked for five years in Jewish Teen Engagement and Leadership. I look forward to continue meeting families at Beth El and the Neighborhood Schools. Please stop by my office in the religious school wing to introduce yourself (I always keep candy on my desk ).

My educational philosophy is based on the following quote from Benjamin Franklin, “TELL me and I forget, TEACH me and I remember, INVOLVE me and I learn.” I believe that students learn best by actively engaging in their classroom experiences; learning should be meaningful and relevant. The Neighborhood Schools with the motto “Fun, Individualized, Hands-On, Creative, and Multi-Sensory” provide just that type of environment. Each location has an experienced educator who gets to know each student’s individualized needs and leads the class in learning through multi-sensory activities with themes related to Jewish holidays, values, and Torah. Students ages 4-13 are welcome to participate in Neighborhood Schools; those in 2nd-6th grades are encouraged to attend Beth El on Sundays to complement the weekday program.

Currently there are six locations throughout Baltimore City, Baltimore County and Howard County. Classes are held in a law firm, a private school, public schools and a church. In two of the locations, we offer pick-up service from students’ schools to class. Beth El’s Neighborhood Schools are a unique program that offers Hebrew and Judaic content in a small environment that builds community and fosters Jewish learning in a location that is convenient for you.

We have on-going enrollment in the following locations: Baltimore City—Federal Hill, Roland Park and the Jewish Museum of Maryland, Baltimore County—Hunt Valley, and Howard County. For more information about one of these locations or to register, please contact me at [email protected] or 410-484-4543.

NEW Neighborhood School at JMMThis year, Beth El’s Neighborhood Schools is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Jewish Museum of Maryland as we opened a new school location in their space. This partnership further allows the Neighborhood Schools program to meet our goals of hands-on, engaging education by utilizing the space and resources at the JMM. We look forward to building lessons that bring together Jewish history and culture with the archives, library and the temporary and permanent museum exhibits.

If you are interested in learning more about the Neighborhood School at the Jewish Museum of Maryland, please contact Amy Goldberg at [email protected] or 410-484-4543.

Youth Engagement at Beth ElThis year, Beth El and its leadership are making it a high priority to ignite youth engagement and provide informal social opportunities for youth of all ages. We are hoping to create opportunities for students to have fun and engage as Jews at the synagogue, as well as outside of the formal classroom setting. Youth are the future of the Jewish community and their investment in the synagogue is crucial.

Here are just a few activities that are being planned for this year:

• Chuggim (elective) Programs for 2nd-5th Graders on Sunday after religious school: Self- Defense Class taught by Masada Tactical, Israeli Zumba, and an Art Class

• Junior Youth Group for 6th-7th Graders that will include informal social opportunities to hang out with friends, celebrate holidays, and have fun.

If you would like to learn more about these programs, please reach out to Amy Goldberg at [email protected] or 410-484-4543.


For your donations to be accurately processed and put into the monthly Voice, please include the full name and address to whom the donation is being sent. These contributions were made between June 29, 2016 and August 15, 2016.

THE ADULT CHOIR FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Edward Obstler by Marcia Golob, Kenny and Anita Baum, Sandra Silberman, Herbert and Harriet Goldman, Mitch and Sandy Shapiro, Trudy Kaufman, Neal and Dana Obstler, Valerie Binder, Michael and Babs Reeder, John and Helen Byrnes, Alan and Stephanie Johns, Bob and Judy Bruce, Ellen Levy, Joe and Ilene Liberman, Gail Rimerman, Cantor Thom and Shazy King, Judy Byer, George and Joyce Goodman, Dr. Michael and Judy BaylinIN HONOR OF:The special anniversary of Steve and Freddye Silverman by the Beth El ChoirThe special anniversary of Cantor Thom and Shazy King by Dr. Joseph and Linda NaporaThe birth of Landon Robby Dell, grandson of Dr. Myles and Rosemarie Brager, by Sonia Obstler, the Beth El Adult Choir, Arthur and Herta Baitch, Howard and Rina JanetThe birth of Summer Rose, granddaughter of Linda Bateach, by Sonia ObstlerIN APPRECIATION TO:Cantor Thom King by Burt and Renee KingA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Phyllis Kline by Cantor Thom and Shazy King

THE RABBI JACOB & MIRIAM AGUS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Miriam Agus by Larry and Edna Povich

THE SUSAN & SPENCER ALLEN TEEN TRAVEL TO ISRAEL FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Joshua Allen by Joseph and Anna Schlein, Sonia Obstler, Beth El Social Action Committee, Marcia Golob, Michael Golob, Sheila Leiss, Gerald and Arlene Perloff, Duke and Phyllis Zimmerman, Stanley and Carolyn Silverman, Mark Davis and Gillian Steinberg, Burt and Renee King, Greg and Audrey Sperr, Dr. Joseph and Linda Napora, Mel and Nancy Highstein, Dr. Michael and Judy Baylin

THE BETH EL ART FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Sharon Hackerman by Alan and Marcia PasarewJay Gordon Cohen by David and Marcia Yumkas

THE REBECCA C. BAER ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM FUNDING

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Rose Mazer by Linda Baer, John Rudesill and Alexander Baer

THE STANLEY L. BECKER MISHPACHAH SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special anniversary of Nate and Lucille Goldberg by Steve and Cindy WassermanIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Gerry Dubow by Marc and Judy LipchinIN MEMORY OF:Leroy Hoffberger by Marc and Judy Lipchin

THE SANDRA & MALCOLM BERMAN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Malcolm Berman by Phillip Snyder

THE EYAL BOR EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE FUND

IN HONOR OF:The marriage of Nurit Bor, daughter of Drs. Eyal and Hana Bor, and Drew Wilkins by Sonia Obstler, Ailene Sher, Hulane Zolet, Keith and Denise Franz, Greg and Audrey Sperr, Glenda Chernoff

THE DANIEL W. CAPLAN & NORMA F. CAPLAN PRE-SCHOOL

MEDIA RESOURCE FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Jay Gordon Cohen by Ira and Ann Robinson

THE COLLINS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIN HONOR OF:The birth of a great grandson, Rafael Cohen Arazi, to Martin and Iris Collins by Rita Silverman

THE LOUIS & ESTHER DOPKIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Harvey Dopkin by Albert and Roslyn KatzIN MEMORY OF:Shirley Polakoff by Michael DopkinJoshua Allen by Michael Dopkin

THE SYLVAN DORENFELD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN APPRECIATION TO:Dena Hendler by Manny and Ruthye Steinberg

THE DR. MICHAEL I. FEINGLASS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Geraldine Schultz by Rona SchultzDr. Michael I. Feinglass by Dr. Jay and Ellen Feinglass

THE JACOBO & SARA FRAIMAN FUND FOR ADULT JEWISH EDUCATION

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Lily Gabel by Dr. Moises and Frida Fraiman

THE LEONARD & FRONA FRIEDMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Sharon Hackerman by Elliot and Susan DackmanAlbert Kishter by Elliot and Susan DackmanDavid Greenfeld by Elliot and Susan Dackman

THE FRUMAN FAMILY GARDEN BEAUTIFICATION ENDOWMENT FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Olga Forman by Dennis and Jane HermanSharon Hackerman by Arnold and Joyce Fruman

THE SHELDON & SARALYNN GLASS ENDOWED SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP

FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Joshua Allen by Dr. Sheldon and Saralynn GlassEdward Obstler by Dr. Sheldon and Saralynn GlassFlorence Schwartzman by Dr. Sheldon and Saralynn GlassIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Beverly Penn by Dr. Sheldon and Saralynn GlassThe special anniversary of Alan and Sharon Dorenfeld by Dr. Sheldon and Saralynn GlassThe special anniversary of Jerry and Arlyn Cohen by Dr. Sheldon and Saralynn Glass

THE SONYA & JEROME GOODMAN ADULT HEBREW READING FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Shirley Polakoff by Geoffrey and Barbara FormanIN HONOR OF:The special anniversary of Sonya and Jerry Goodman by Joseph and Anna Schlein, Irene Snyder, Aaron and Ruby Eisenbach, Sonia Obstler, Greg and Audrey Sperr, Burt and Renee King, Dr. Joseph and Linda Napora

THE RAY S. & NETTYE P. GOULD SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Ray S. Gould by David, Deborah, Jeffrey and Ruth Gould

THE GREEN FAMILY RELIGIOUS SERVICES FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Jerry Herling by Benjy and Barbara GreenFlorence Schwartzman by Henry and Ann ShoferIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Benjy Green by Irene SnyderThe birthday of Barbara Green by Irene SnyderThe special anniversary of Howard and Susan Goldberg by Marsha PinsonA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Irene Snyder by Benjy and Barbara Green

THE HARK – UHLFELDER FAMILY FUNDIN HONOR OF:The special anniversary of Nathan and Lucille Goldberg by David and Joan UhlfelderIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Herbert Davis by David and Joan Uhlfelder

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Contributions & EndowmentsTHE ROSE P. KATZ SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Shirley Polakoff by Jonas and Renee Cohen

THE ARTHUR E. KLAFF MEMORIAL FUND

A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Phyllis Blum by Charles and Beverly Freeland

THE MINNIE & MAX KRIEGER SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Ruthie Block by Roman and Bobbie RytermanIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Herbert Milstein by Roman and Bobbie Ryterman

THE ADAM KRONTHAL SPECIAL NEEDS FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Adam Kronthal by Robert and Randi Kronthal Sacco, Alan and Jennifer KronthalHerbert Kronthal by Robert and Randi Kronthal SaccoEthel Morris Kelman by Robert and Randi Kronthal SaccoIda Mazy by Robert and Randi Kronthal SaccoIN HONOR OF:The special anniversary of Dr. and Mrs. Stanley Block by Howard and Lorraine Bronstein

THE SUSAN FINE LANGSAM MEMORIAL FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Joseph Snyder by Dr. Joseph and Linda Napora

THE IRVING & ROSE LEBOWITZ MEMORIAL SEFER TORAH FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Donald Lebowitz by Sandra Lebowitz

THE DR. HARRY & ZELDA LEVIN FACULTY DEVELOPMENT FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Sam Penn by Dr. Roger and Janet LevinIlene Cohen by Dr. Roger and Janet Levin

THE HARRY LICHTER CHESED FUNDIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Morris Lichter by Joy LichterIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Sidney Weiman by Stuart and Sheryl Title

THE JOSEPH LIPAVSKY SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Paul Harry Blaustein by Alfred and Lee WhitemanSamuel Blaustein by Alfred and Lee Whiteman

THE H. ALLAN LIPSITZ ENDOWED ADULT EDUCATION FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Albert Shapiro by Sonia ObstlerThe new home of Sonny and Judi Davis by Sonia ObstlerA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Bette Dahne by Sonia ObstlerIN MEMORY OF:Robert Hankin by Sonia ObstlerJoshua Allen by Gail LipsitzSonia Hirshman by Sonia ObstlerBarry Gross by Dr. Arnold and Beverly Feldman

THE RABBI MARK G. LOEB JUDAIC STUDIES COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Sophie Glick by Deborah A. Ford

RABBI MARK G. LOEB MEMORIAL FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Jay Gordon Cohen by Steve and Carol ZimmermanIN HONOR OF:The special anniversary of Brenda Mandel and Lou Frock by Richard and Susan Grilli

THE HERMAN LUBCHER SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The marriage of Desiree and Perry Brown, Jr. by Dr. Kenneth and Judy Margolis

THE NATHAN & PAULINE MASH PRE-SCHOOL FUND

IN HONOR OF:The retirement of Earl Freedman by Brian and Shelley Bluefeld

THE MAX MENDELSOHN ENDOWMENT MIKVAH FUND

IN APPRECIATION TO:Rabbi Dana Saroken by Burt and Renee King

THE MORNING MINYAN FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Shirley Polakoff by Howard and Sheila SavalMorris Blivess by Burt and Renee KingIN HONOR OF:The special anniversary of Larry and Simone Rosenbloom by Irwin and Ettadean Epstein

THE MITZVAH FUNDIN HONOR OF:The marriage of Karen Blum to Jeffrey Goldberg by Gerry and Terry ZimlinThe special birthday of Gertrude Freedman by Bert Dinkins and Annette MelickerThe birth of Stella Blake Lieberman by Jackie WillenThe special anniversary of Aaron and Rosalie Friedmann by Dr. Hilbert and Helene LevineThe special anniversary of Nathan and Lucille Goldberg by Donald and Norine KerbelIN MEMORY OF:Helen Goldberg by Barry and Lisa StolerIrwin Meyers by Bob and Bobbie KodeckShirley Polakoff by Bob and Ellen SametOlga Foreman by Bob and Ellen SametGerald Cataldo by Harold RottmanSonia Hirshman by Randy and Helene LutzIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Irene Deitchman by Mayer and Judy PeltaMax Goldman by Phylis ScalettarLeo Mantelmacher by H. Lee and Ann Mantelmacher

THE BATYA & HADAS NIGRIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Bea Shapiro by Bob and Rita FellermanIN MEMORY OF:Shirley Polakoff by Bob and Rita FellermanIrv Layton by Bob and Rita Fellerman

THE ANNE OFFIT MEMORIAL FUNDIN HONOR OF:The birth of a great granddaughter, Olivia, to Eileen Offit by Dr. Jerry and Bunnie MaggidThe birth of a great granddaughter, Ellie Rose, to Eileen Offit by Dr. Jerry and Bunnie MaggidThe special anniversary of Dr. Stan and Fran Block by Marvin and Sandy GlassThe marriage of Sharon Fraiman, daughter of Dr. Moises and Frida Fraiman, to Dr. Jerry Katz by Dr. Jerry and Bunnie MaggidIN MEMORY OF:Carolyn Scheuer by Dr. Jerry and Bunnie Maggid

THE LOUIS PERLMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The engagement of Erica Monfred by Bobbie Perlman

THE PRAYER BOOK FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Henrietta “Hank” Kallen by Pam FeldmanShirley Polakoff by Steve and Debbie WeissRalph Siegel by Steve and Nancy FrenkilIsrael Morrison by Joe and Edee Schnitzer, Howard and Sheila Maleson, Arnold and Miriam KahnEdward Obstler by Natalie ChasonHarvey Gold by Stella Gold, Arna Vodenos and Debra VodenosIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Martin Collins by Iris Collins and familyThe special birthday of Eileen Peremel by Harold and Gilda Resnick, Gilbert and Sheila KramerThe special birthday of Malcolm Berman by Gilbert and Sheila KramerThe special birthday of Sandy Gordon by Ellie Spind and Saul LeibowitzIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Joyce Zuskin by Marsha DashoffCourtney Leigh Siegel by Harry and Faye AdlerPatty Buckner by Eric BucknerSamuel Gesson by Norman SchrumPhilip Vodenos by Stella Vodenos Gold, Arna Vodenos and Debra VodenosDavid Pollekoff by Ted and Lois Gamerman

THE RABBI STEVEN SCHWARTZ TRIBUTE FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Joshua Allen by Kenny and Anita BaumBella Sery by Joel and Lana KomanIrwin Meyers by Rabbi Philip and Sharon Pohl and FamilySharon Hackerman by Cyril Goren and Neil GorenJerry Herling by Sidney and Eunice FriedmanBarbara Wolf Gordon by Fred and Phyllis LondonJay Gordon Cohen by Michael Rubenstein and Hedy From, Jules and Frona Willen, Jim and Marilyn Dickman, Sara Fran RichmanIsrael Morrison by Friends of Janice Setren at the ReserveStanton Ades’ brother by Paul and Barbara CooperEstelle Sawyer by Randy and Helene LutzJerold Lewis by Marla Marder, Ryan, Kyle and WilThe marriage of Adam and Catalina Jandorf by Michael Rubenstein and Hedy FromIlene Cohen by The Bellah FamilyIN HONOR OF:The marriage of Kara Franz, daughter of Keith and Denise Franz, and Jason Usher by Sonia Obstler, Dr. Robert and Shelley ShemerThe special anniversary of Ellen and Jay Marks by Stanley and Carolyn Silverman, Michael Rubenstein and Hedy From, Greg and Audrey SperrThe marriage of Nurit Bor, daughter of Drs. Eyal and Hana Bor, and Drew Wilkins by Michael Rubenstein and Hedy FromThe special anniversary of Brenda Mandel and Lou Frock by Gerry and Terry ZimlinThe special birthday of Susan Himmel by Zenia and Carol BillianThe marriage of Stephanie Kleiner to Scott Taylor by Sidney and Eunice FriedmanThe special birthday of Susie Kolker by Aaron and Rosalie FriedmannThe special birthday of Lois Lapidus by Herb and Betty AaronThe special anniversary of Nathan and Lucille Goldberg by Sid and Ellen CohenThe special birthday of Eileen Peremel by Sidney and Eunice FriedmanIN APPRECIATION TO:Gilbert Kleiner for his 27 years of dedication to Beth El by Sonia Obstler, Greg and Audrey SperrRabbi Steven Schwartz by Eliahu and Susan BruckRabbi Steven Schwartz by Fred and Jill LeinerRabbi Steven Schwartz for his kindness and beautiful words at Jerry’s funeral by Lois Herling, Wendi Abramowitz, Laurie Van Grack and Barry Herling and Families


THE SELTZER GOLD PRE-SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Philip Vodenos by Stella Gold

THE RICKY SIEGEL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The renewal of wedding vows by Brenda Mandel and Lou Frock by Dr. Robert and Shelley ShemerThe marriage of Corey Gaber, son of Dr. Jeffrey and Syndy Gaber, to Liza Casey by Paul and Sherri Weinblatt and FamilyThe marriage of Melanie Gaber, daughter of Dr. Jeffrey and Syndy Gaber, to Ryan Blackwell by Paul and Sherri Weinblatt and FamilyThe marriage of Risa and Sam Bruck by Paul and Sherri Weinblatt and FamilyThe engagement of Rebecca Oken by Bob and Rita FellermanIN MEMORY OF:Henrietta “Hank” Kallens by Paul and Sherri WeinblattA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Dr. Kathy Boling by Paul and Sherri Weinblatt and FamilyStanley Ginsburg by Bob and Rita Fellerman

THE SISTERHOOD PAST PRESIDENTS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN APPRECIATION TO:Rene Daniel by Burt and Renee KingIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Susan Himmel by Ira and Gloria LuchinskyThe Bat Mitzvah of Callie Krosin by Gloria FrankThe special birthday of Susan Himmel by David and Marilyn CarpIN MEMORY OF:Edward Obstler by Arthur and Kathleen BranchGary Spector by Jeffrey and Suzanne Zukerberg

THE MORTON SPIND CONFIRMATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Jay Gordon Cohen by Ellie Spind and Saul LeibowitzIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Susan Himmel by Ellie Spind and Saul Leibowitz

THE MELVIN & ANITA STEINBERG COLLEGE OUTREACH PROGRAM FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Irvin Steinberg by Mickey and Anita SteinbergIN MEMORY OF:Israel Morrison by Mickey and Anita SteinbergIris Rosen by Mickey and Anita Steinberg

THE STEINHARDT-BALACHOW FAMILY YOUTH FUND

Elliot Siskind by Michael and Barbara SteinhardtIN MEMORY OF:Estelle Balachow by Robert and Judy CohenMorris Blivess by the Hon. Charles and Lisa Shubow

THE DENNIS & RONA WEINER SOCIAL WELFARE FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Wendy Bauer’s sister, Julie, by Rona WeinerIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Leopold Wolf by Rona Weiner

THE ELLIOT & SUSAN WEINSTEIN SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Joe Wils by Elliot and Susan WeinsteinIN HONOR OF:Arthur Aronstein by Elliot and Susan WeinsteinThe special birthday of Lois Lapidus by Elliot and Susan Weinstein

THE DR. MICHAEL WEINTRAUB MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Lee Whiteman by Steve and Susie WeintraubIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Lou Cohen by Steve and Susie Weintraub

THE YAHRZEIT FUNDIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Walter Harrison McIntosh by Roger McIntoshPaul Klatsky by Stanley KlatskySidney Reidman by Donald and Eileen HimelfarbHyman Zolet by Morry and Lisa ZoletJonas Grosshandler by Dawn GrosshandlerGracie Hoffman Sinsky by Ellwood and Thelma SinskyMorris Kessler by Marilyn HolzmanSamuel Grosshandler by Stanley and Lynn YankellowMayor Schuman by Lou and Rita MichaelsonHelene Janice Darling by Steve HaffnerAnna Weintraub by Lawrence and Helene AgeloffHannah Tannebaum by Arlyn PassStanley Tannebaum by Arlyn PassKatie Pass by Arlyn PassKalman Rosoff by Robert RosoffOlga Sommer by Dr. Gabe and Vera PinterLinda Lebowitz by Jack and Amy Lebowitz, Edwin and Donna LebowitzEdward Goldfarb by Hank and Suzanne HorowitzPauline Levine by Dr. Stanley and Gail FriedlerRosadean Askin by Stanford AskinHerman Kimmelman by Marvin and Jackie ShumanAlexander and Rose Krieger by Elizabeth KriegerMinnie Minkove by Royce MinkoveDorothy Allex by Lenore TallesIsadore Schnapper by Elaine GoodmanAnna Pinter by Drs. Gabriel and Vera PinterJerome Yankellow by Stan and Lynn YankellowJacob Marks by Marvin and Dee MarksClara V. Rubenstein by Michael Rubenstein and Hedy FromJoe Struletz by Cheryl WeinsteinRuben Orman by Edward and Norma OrmanSara Peta by Mayer and Judith PeltaDorothy Schuman by Lou and Rita MichaelsonJoseph Shapiro by Marsha LevineIrvin Schaffer by Mark and Marlene NusinovChana Harris by Jay HarrisHerbert A. Caplan by Gerald and Roslyn CaplanDennis Lee Gordon by Andrew Barnstein and Marci GordonBlossom K. Friedman by Marcia KatzGertrude Escann by Robert and Ilise FriedmanBetty Finkelstein by Ira and Dr. Patti FriedmanElsie Fogel by Leon and Shirley CohenBen Berelowitz by Esther BerelowitzBen Fader by Esther BerelowitzEllis Fader by Esther BerelowitzClara and Harry Mischel by Melvin and Pnina MischelDavid Mervis by Stuart and Adrienne JoffeRube Shofer by Elliot and Ilene MerenbloomFreda Edelson by Harriet PleetBlossom K. Friedman by Keith and Denise FranzJeffrey Brian Franz by Keith and Denise FranzBobbie Asher by Gary and Maryse KaplanJack Glick by Billy and Carole GlickHarry Fox by Steve and Edie WinegradMorris Kurtz by Marlene FeldmanLeon Rosenthal by Louis and Estelle RosenthalSophie Glick by Irving GlickSam Bergstein by Leonard and Roslyn StolerHyman Weiss by Sidney and Rosalie ChernickSol Shaivitz by Jules and Selma ShaivitzIN MEMORY OF:Joshua T. Allen by Janet SteinbergIrwin Meyers by Richard and Rita Lehr

THE YOUTH EDUCATION FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Bob Hankin by John and Robin DenickJay Gordon Cohen by Keith and Denise FranzSharon Hackerman by Dodie and Marilyn AronsonSurrie Armstrong by Keith and Denise FranzArnold Prigal by Keith and Denise FranzMorton Shapiro by Keith and Denise FranzIN HONOR OF:The marriage of Kara Franz, daughter of Keith and Denise Franz, and Jason Usher by Michael Rubenstein and Hedy From, Ailene Sher, Hulane Zolet, Howard and Rina JanetThe special birthday of Susan Himmel by Jerry and Ruth KobernickThe marriage of the daughter of Janet and Howard Blum by Steve and Abby LazinskyThe special anniversary of Joy and Norman Shillman by Steve and Abby LazinskyThe special birthday of Eileen Peremel by Howard and Lorraine Bronstein

THE AL ZLOTOWITZ CHAPEL MAINTENANCE FUND

A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Irene Snyder by Betty ZlotowitzIN APPRECIATION TO:The Aliyot received by Phyllis Isaacson

SPECIAL CONTRIBUTIONSIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Malcolm Berman by Steve and Jan NolanThe marriage of Gal and Chen Yaffe by Asher Elkayam and FamilyIN MEMORY OF:Edward Obstler by Ellwood and Thelma Sinsky, Myles and Debbie Userowicz, Michael and Jean Kashgarian, John Q. Hammons Hotels and Resorts, Lawrence and Shirley GreenwaldFlorence Schwartzman by Gerry and Lynne Gabrys and Guest Services, Alan and Lynda GoldmanTwo Prayer Books in memory of Ralph Siegel by Sam and Joan CohenIsrael Morrison by the Maryland Attorney General’s OfficeIrvin Meyers by John and Norma O’HaraIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Lennert Rosensweig by Daniel SagelAlice Hovan by Marcia GellisHarold Gellis by Marcia GellisMorris Sweren by Herbert SwerenIN APPRECIATION TO:Rabbi Steven Schwartz for officiating at the wedding of our daughter, Adria, to Matthew Gold by Elliot and Barbara SchlangerRabbi Steven Schwartz and Rabbi Dana Saroken for their support, help, and caring on the passing of our father and husband, Jay Gordon Cohen by Zachary, Samara and Jill Cohen

HONORS AND MEMORIALSCRYSTAL CHANUKIAH:In Honor of Joy and Norman Shillman’s 60th Wedding Anniversary, June 3, 2016. With love – Their children, in-laws & grandchildren

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College Student Mailing ListThrough the generosity of Melvin “Mickey” and Anita Steinberg, the congregation sends out small gifts to our college students a few times during the year. Please fill out the information below so that they can receive special mailings at school. You can either mail it or bring it in to Beth El. Even if you have given us this information in the past and it has not changed, please send again.

For more information, contact Sandi Block at [email protected]. Please send as soon as you can so that your child/children/grandchildren can be included.

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Senior Rabbi .....................................................Steven P. SchwartzAssociate Rabbi ................................................Dana SarokenRabbi-Educator .................................................Faith CantorCantor ...............................................................Thom D. KingExecutive Director ............................................Joshua BenderDirector of Education .......................................Eyal Bor, Ph.D.Ritual Director .................................................Ben KreshtoolDirector of Development ..................................Ailene SherEvent Coordinator ............................................Lori DowningCommunications Coordinator ........................Alyssa GellerPresident ...........................................................Michael S. RubensteinSisterhood Presidents .......................................Barbara Levenson and Ilene MerenbloomBeth El Seniors Presidents ...............................Ellen Budish and Ruthye SteinbergMen’s Club President ........................................Jack Boonshaft

Beth El, a progressive and inclusive congregation affiliated with the Conservative Movement, fulfills the spiritual, educational, and social needs of its members by nurturing religious practices and tradition, Jewish

values and Tikkun Olam.

Phone: 410-484-0411 • School Phone: 410-484-4543 • www.bethelbalto.com

Rabbi Jacob B. Agus, z”l (1911-1986) Founding Rabbi

Rabbi Mark G. Loeb, z”l (1944-2009)

Cantor Saul Z. Hammerman, z”l (1926-2008)

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Annual Service of RemembranceSunday, October 9, 2016, from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Beth El Memorial Park 9700 Liberty Road (South of Marriottsville Rd.)Led by Rabbi Steven P. Schwartz, Rabbi Dana Saroken and Cantor Thom King. Individual, Interfaith and Family lots are available with convenient payment plans. Contact Sarah Rohan at [email protected] or 410-484-0411 for more information.

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