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September-October

2020

Volume 55, Issue 5

Six Issues per Year The Voice

From Our Rabbi

Temple B’nai Jacob

of Wellington 12794 W. Forest Hill

Blvd. # 6 Wellington, FL 33414

PHONE:

561-793-4347

Www. Templebnaijacob.com

Email:

Bnaijacobwell@aol.com

Fax: 561-793-9828

Rabbi

Education Director Rabbi Matan Peled

Rabbi Emeritus,

Active Dr. David Abrams

Co-Presidents Rebecca Blitman Morry Silverman

Vice Presidents

Alan Cohan Gerald Bank

Joseph Grossman

Treasurer Joseph Grossman

Recording Secretary

Barbara Marcus

Corresponding Secretary

Lenore Glickman

Office Manager Editor

Elizabeth Thal

Shannah Tova, Leviticus 19: 1: And GOD spoke to Moses, saying, 2. “Speak to all the congregation of the people of Israel and say to them, you shall be holy, for I G-D - your G-d am holy.” Wow! To be holy like G-D. Where do I sign in? Who do I need to know? How much money will it cost me? The answer is NOTHING! You do not need to KNOW people or to pay money to be holy like G-D. You just need to be good. G-D even tells Moses how to be good in this chapter. Two of the ways that will make us like G-D can be found in verses 9 and 10: 9. “When you reap the harvest of your land, you shall not reap your field right up to its edge, neither shall you gather the gleanings after your harvest.” 10. And you shall not strip your vineyard bare, neither shall you gather the fallen grapes of your vineyard. You shall leave them for the poor and for the sojourner: I am the Lord your God. As I read those verses I am reminded of one of the last times I was in Israel. You see, in Israel there is , שנת שמיטהOr Jubilee Year. Every 7 years farmers from all around the country give their fields one year to rest, just as GOD rested on the 7th day after he created the world. When I was driving to my parent’s house in the Galilee, I saw fields with the crops still on them and big signs on the side of the road. After I slowed down a little bit and read the sign my heart was overflowing with joy! The signs read; “Please, if you have a need, come and take anything you want from the field!” So simple and yet so powerful. Those people were following the holi-ness code and their hearts and I will always consider them holy. So my wish to you this High Holiday season is - Be holy. Be helpful for your fellow human being. Big or small – It doesn’t matter as long as “We love our neighbors as ourselves.” חג שמח ושנה טובהChag Sameach V’Shannah Tova Happy and good new year, Rabbi Peled

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Temple B’nai Jacob of Wellington is a Conservative, egalitarian synagogue serving the Western communities of Palm Beach County. Temple B’nai Jacob seeks to inspire each member to become more deeply connected to his or her Jewish identity by providing relevant worship experiences, life-long educational experiences, opportunities for social action, and a connection to Jewish culture. We are a diverse and multi-generational congregation committed to serving as a center for contemporary Jewish life.

Shalom from TBJ Women's League

Ma nishtana ha shana ha zeh? Of course, we all know why this year is different. We've learned new

vocabulary - coronavirus, Covid-19, self-quarantine, social distancing, essential workers, Instacart,

Zoom. We've suffered the loss of 168,000+ lives in the United States. Many of us have been isolated in our

homes since February. And yet, and yet... Here I am, talking about Women's League for 2020-2021. Some

things will be different - our membership brochure will be abridged; our programs will come to you via

Zoom, and will be announced via email as we discover what will work on Zoom. Some things will remain the

same - our dues remain the same at $40; our Book Club will meet, as always, three times during the pro-

gram year; the Judaica Shop remains open, BUT you need to call Liz to make an appointment. Torah Fund's

theme for this year is B'yachad (Together).

We ask you to consider becoming a Benefactor for this Women's League commitment to supporting

the Jewish Theological Seminary and all its schools. Torah Fund all-occasion greeting cards are available for

purchase at the Temple. Please read the weekly announcements from the Temple, from Women's League,

and from the FABULOUS FLORIDA REGION of Women's League.

TBJ WL looks forward to your membership (renewal) and to your participation. We wish you a Shana Tova, good health above all, as all that is good follows from that.

Ella Bender

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This year has been unusually tough. We have certainly felt some highs of our TBJ family, but also the lows of a global pandemic. Isolation and loneliness have been close to us. Emotions that we have touched daily, and witnessed in our loved ones. Despite it all, the thread that has held us together is... each other. Despite it all, we are finding ways to meaningfully connect. Despite it all, we have experienced the full range of Jewish practice together — Shabbat Service, Torah study, Shivas, B’nai mitzvah teachings, and more. I have seen you laugh, cry, mourn, give comfort, sing, teach, and come together remarkably through this time. What I’ve learned through this pandemic is that where there is a will, there is a way. And together we are finding our way. And so, as these Holy Days approach, I commit to you, and call upon you. I

commit to believing in you. I commit to your potential. I commit to your journeys. I commit to helping you grow and flourish amidst it all. And I call upon you to believe in the power of these days to help us heal, to help us mourn, to help us express joy, to help us forge an old and new path forward, together. My role as Co-President, along with Rebecca Blitman is to adapt TBJ during this unusual time and to find space for connecting with G-d, Torah, and one another. Lo Neivosh L’Olam Va’Ed “May we not feel shame or despair about our sorrows, our losses, or our loneliness, and may we never lose hope for the light that is to come.” So, join us. Pray with us. Sing with us. Love with us. Be with us, during this memorable 5781 High Holiday season. The many leaders we have at TBJ have made the commitment through many committee meetings. I want to thank the following committees in working together to not only make this Yontif one to remember, but a meaningful one for all our TBJ family; Re-opening Committee, High Holiday Task Force, Ritual Committee, and of course our Board of Directors. Through our entire history, the Jewish people have marked the profound power of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and the Festival Days that follow with worship and joy and often times in circumstances even more unfathomable than the challenges of today. From the very bottom of our hearts, we pledge to you a powerful and spirited High Holy Day experience with your TBJ family. Whether observed in person as safety permits, or through zoom, we will join together (in the deepest meaning of the words) to experience the wisdom and sanctity of these awe-inspiring days. Our High Holidays this year feels more poignant and timelier than ever before. While we are not in a position to share precise logistical plans and schedules at this time, we are committed to creating something truly special for our TBJ family, and you will be a part of it. The Jewish community has been shaped, since we left Egypt dependent on each other for survival, to deepen human connection, to respect each individual and guide us into respecting and caring for each individual’s needs. This is our goal at TBJ in these uncertain times. We plan on sending out a High Holiday appeal letter this Yontif. I ask you to recommit to TBJ and make your donation. We are so grateful for your membership and dues, but dues alone do not cover our expenses. This is not uncommon for a nonprofit. That is the purpose of our appeal, it helps bridge the gap that is not covered by our revenue and allows us to continue to provide the educational and spiritual programming of which we are so proud. I assure you that we are extremely prudent with the money we spend. Sallee and I want to wish everyone in our TBJ family a peaceful, healthy, and a Happy New Year.

Morry Silverman

Co-President

From Our Co- President

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MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

Member Spotlight This month I am delighted to introduce you to the Bernstein family. The Bernsteins have been members of Temple B’nai Jacob for four years and Wellington residents for the past ten years. Ross, a native of Cincinnati is a computer engineer for a financial company. Mindy, while originally from New York, considers herself a native South Floridian, having come here when she was a teenager. Mindy, a stay at home mom, is very involved in the community, helping many others on a volunteer basis as well as taking their children to their many activities. Their children, Mitchell 13 years old, and Gabriella, who is 12, will celebrate their B’nai Mitzvah on October 24. Mitchell, who attends Polo Park Middle School, is an avid golfer as well as serving as an intern for a local sports broadcaster, enjoys writing about sports and is on the school’s debate team. Gabriella, also at Polo Park Middle, is a level 6 gymnast, pretty impressive for some-one so young, and enjoys arts and crafts. Both are excited about their upcoming B’nai Mitzvah and are planning their Mitzvah project which involves the community and is especially meaningful at this very difficult time.

When asked to talk about our temple, Mindy said “B’nai Jacob is the epitome of a family shul”. The family felt they were welcomed with open arms and the synagogue really cares about every single member. (I agree!). Both Mitchell and Ga-briella are finding their religious school experience so enjoyable, loving their teachers and learning about Judaism. We are so happy to have this young family as an integral part of our Kehilla and look forward to celebrating with them on the wonderful occasion of the B’nai Mitzvah. Lynne Birnholz

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Temple B’nai Jacob of Wellington

12794 West Forest Hill Blvd, Suite 6 Wellington, FL 33414

www.templebnaijacob.com bnaijacobofwell@aol.com

High Holiday Services 2020 / 5781

Services held via Zoom or in-person with RESERVATION ONLY.

S’lichot (USCJ Zoom) ................ Saturday, September 12, 8:30 p.m.

Rosh Hashanah

Erev Rosh Hashanah ................... Friday, September 18, 7:00 p.m. First Day ................................ ….Saturday, September 19, 10:00 a.m. Second Day .............................. ...Sunday, September 20, 10:00 a.m. **Children’s Service via Zoom………….2:00 p.m.**

Yom Kippur

Kol Nidre / Erev Yom Kippur ...... Sunday, September 27, 6:30 p.m. Morning Service/Yizkor ............. Monday, September 28, 10:00 a.m. **Children’s Service via Zoom………….2:00 p.m.** N’ilah .......................................... Monday, September 28, 6:30 p.m.

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**Due to safety reasons children under 12 years of age cannot attend

in person services**

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Women’s League Mask Fundraiser

Purchase any of our fun designer

mask for only $10 each.

They make great gifts!

To choose different designs visit:

Davidaaprons.com and pre-order

through us!

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To honor or remember a birthday, anniversary, graduation, memory or any

special occasion sponsor an Oneg or Kiddush

Friday night Onegs start at $63.00 and the Sat-urday Shabbat Kiddush tables start at $90.00

for a standard selection with extras available to make your table special.

Please contact our Temple office if you would like to sponsor an Oneg or Kiddush at

561-793-4347

SISTERHOOD JUDAICA SHOP

We have ritual items: mezuzot and Mezuza scrolls (klapim), candlesticks, menorahs,

kippot, tallit clips, yads, memorial candles, as well as jewelry, gift and novelty items.

Ella Bender 561-656-1916

See us on the Temple Website and Facebook

Help us replenish the local food pantry

Keep in mind that the local food pantry is depleted. Please bring the unused items to the Temple office. We are preparing boxes for donations. They are in need of: Canned chicken Canned tuna, Canned soups Canned green beans Canned baked beans Peanut butter Jelly Toilet paper.

Thank you for your help!

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General Fund Donations Memorial

As of August 20, 2020

Memorial’s Continued: Bender, Chaim & Ella In Memory of Johane Lavelle Grossman, Joe & Holly In Memory of Arthur Dock Oneg & Kiddush (Virtual) Bank, Gerald & Florine Oneg in Memory of Ellis Bank Blitman, Jeffrey & Rebecca Oneg & Kiddush In Honor of Their Anniversary Oneg in Memory of Harold Blitman Oneg & Kiddush in Memory of Esther Horwitz Bruck, Michael & Liat Oneg & Kiddush in Memory of Barry Ira Bruck Cohan, Alan & Andrea Oneg & Kiddush in Honor of Alan’s Birthday Glickman, Lenore Oneg in Memory of Lester Glickman Oneg in Memory of Miriam Cohen Jacobson, Bill & Richard Oneg in Memory of Sylvia Jacobson Silverman, Morry & Sallee Oneg in Memory of David Silverman Rfu’ah Shlo’mas ( Get Well Wishes) Bank, Gerald & Florine For Rabbi Peled and Family For Sima Gumenick Baron, Gerry For Rabbi Peled and Family Blitman, Jeffrey & Rebecca For Rabbi Peled and Family Grossman, Joe & Holly For Father of Liz Thal Silverman, Morry & Sallee For Rabbi Peled and Family

General Donations Albrecht, Holly For her Mother passing a test For Charlie Schmidt to continue having good days Bender, Chaim & Ella In Honor of Liz Thal’s Milestone Birthday Bltman, Jeffrey & Rebecca In Honor of Sallee Silverman’s Birthday In Honor of Alan Cohan’s Birthday Cohan, Alan & Andrea In Honor of the 13th Anniversary of Jeffrey & Rebecca Blitman Goldstein, Nason & Carole In Honor of Nason’s 79th Birthday Grossman, Joe & Holly In Honor of the 13th Anniversary of Jeffrey & Rebecca Blitman In Honor of Alan Cohan’s Birthday In Honor of Rabbi Peled’s birthday Kaplan, Lila For Her good medical report For Her Daughter Holly’s good health Liebowitz, Arnie & Zan In Honor of Liz Thal’s 50th Birthday Thal, Mitchell & Liz In Honor of the 13th Anniversary of Jeffrey & Rebecca Blitman In appreciation of Morry & Rebecca’s strong leadership Amazon Smile High Holiday Challah Purchase Silverman, Morry & Sallee Memorial Baron, Gerry In Memory of Linda, friend of Donna Goldman

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Bender, Chaim & Ella IMO Abraham Shapiro

Birnholz, Alan & Lynne IMO Joseph Flatow

Gross, Melvin & Barbara IMO Nathan Konikow

Grossman, Joe & Holly IMO Mollie Grossman

Heit, Susan IMO Anna Heit

Kaplan, Lila IMO Solomon Fox

Mizne, Norbert & Ramona IMO Pearl Hibbard

Mizne, Norbert & Ramona IMO Jack Mizne

Scher, Gary IMO Israel Scher

Seider, Marvin IMO Leon Seider

Silverman, Morry & Sallee IMO Fannie Simon

Sukienik, Lenny & Cari IMO Marvin Rosenblatt

Thal, Mitchell & Liz IMO Tobias Setton

Turner, Ronald & Mara IMO Annie Schwartz

General Donations

YAHRZEITS Asa of August 20, 2020

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WELCOME CANTOR DUBROW TO OUR HIGH HOLIDAYS 5781 Marsha Dubrow will be our Hazzan this Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. She served as the Spiritual Leader (Kol Bo)/Rabbi and Cantor of Congregation B’nai Jacob in Jersey City, New Jersey for twelve years and is now Rabbi and Cantor Emerita residing in Boca Raton, Florida. Currently a non-resident Visiting Scholar at the Jewish Theological Seminary (JTS) in New York for the past three years, she studied Hazzanut with JTS faculty and served as a Shelichah Tsibbur for many years. She received ordination (Semicha) from the Jewish Spiritual Leaders Institute in New York City (JSLI). A Jewish Studies scholar and composer specializing in Jewish Music, she received a Ph.D. in Music from Princeton University and holds a B.A. Cum Laude from the University

of Pennsylvania and an M.A. from New York University. She is the author of ‘Playing Musical Chairs,’a publication about Lazar Weiner, and a forthcoming study of ‘Conversion as a Professional Success Strategy: The Case of Ignaz Moscheles,’ a Jewish-born com-poser, conductor, and pianist, appearing in Judaism and the Arts: Music and Composers in 19th Century Europe. A recipient of numerous Research and Composing Fellowships, including from the Center for Jewish History in New York and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, she looks forward to serving Temple B’nai Jacob as its Hazzan for the High Holy Days this year.

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Dear Families, I hope that this message finds you all well and safe. These are such trying times for all of us and certainly not the way any of us envisioned the start of the 5781 religious school year. The Education Team will be doing their best to make these next months of remote learning with your children to be as beneficial as possible. This school year we will be following the established school calendar as much as possible using remote technology. August 30 will be a pick-up only outdoor visit. The teachers will be at tables at the mall entrance, masked and observing social distancing with prepared packets for each student. Packet pick-up time is 11:00- noon. Our school has purchased a number of new books for our students many with computer enhancements. We will all be outside at the mall circular driveway entrance waiting to hand you packets in your cars. Parents will be receiving an email from your children’s’ teachers introducing themselves. E-mail will be sent to parents with invitations and the class schedule which begins on September 13. School will be held from 10:00-11:40 for grades K-2 and 10:00-12:30 for the older grades. There will be scheduled breaks and change of classes to include time for the entire school with Rabbi for prayer and Israel studies. Rabbi Peled will be conducting special services for children on Rosh Hashanah Sunday September 20 at 2:00 PM and Yom Kippur Monday September 28 at 4:00 PM. Be certain to Zoom in for these Services. While we are in this remote classroom phase, we will also continue to have our enrichment activities enjoyed remotely. Family Service Havdallah and Animal Havdallah will be as scheduled. Simchat Torah and Sukkot events will remain as scheduled via Zoom. Yes we will still be having the Simchat Torah Flag contest and also building a Shoe Box Sukkah display.

We wish you an extra healthy New Year. Sending good wishes to our B’nai Jacob Family. Thank you so very much for your continued support.

Andrea Cohan Education Committee Chairperson

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Apples, Honey, and Challah Fundraiser!

This year for Rosh Hashanah we are preparing packages con-

taining a round challah, fresh apples, and honey sticks! Place

your order for your family and friends by September 7. Pick up

is Wednesday, September 16 at the Temple.

Each package is only $10

Call ahead for pick up, we

will bring it to your car!

Lenore Glickman

Catering Director

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A Word from the Chesed Committee (formerly the Sunshine

Committee)

• In need of a friendly voice • In need of get well wishes

• In need of a friend to share a holiday meal with

If you or any member of your family,

or if you know of anyone in our Temple family that is in need,

please let us know.

Please call Liz Thal at the Temple 561-793-4347, or e –mail Lenore Glickman, lesmg@comcast.net

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HONOR OR MEMORIALIZE

A FRIEND OR LOVED ONE BY DEDICATING A

SIDDUR OR HUMASH

Create a lasting tribute and help support

Temple B’nai Jacob

by dedicating a copy of either

Siddur Sim Shalom or Humash Etz Hayim

for only $36

PLEASE COMPLETE A SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH DEDICATION AND EITHER SEND

PAYMENT TO THE SHUL OFFICE OR CALL TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS

TEMPLE B’NAI JACOB OF WELLINGTON

12794 FOREST HILL BLVD. SUITE 6

WELLINGTON, FL 33414

561-793-4347

bnaijacobofwell@aol.com

Women’s League Book Club Sunday, November 8, 11am.

Via Zoom! Link will be sent.

We are collecting non-perishable food and

canned goods all year long.

Please bring your donations to the Temple.

Together we can help feed the community.

The Morning Study Group will resume after the Jewish Holidays. We will continue to update you!

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your email address at:

561-793-4347

We’re on the Web! See us at:

Www.templebnaijacob.com And Follow us on

Www.facebook.com/templebnaijacob

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Please remember all of your wonderful opportuni-ties to honor or memorialize loved ones or to mark

special occasions with a contribution to Temple B’nai Jacob of Wellington.

Remember birthdays, yahrzeits, and more with a gift to the Rabbi’s Discretionary fund, one of the Temple funds, or through the Sisterhood’s Oneg/

Kiddush sponsorship program.

For more information, call the Temple at 561-793-4347

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Congratulations to

Gabriella and Mitchell

Bernstein for their upcoming

B’nai Mitzvah

On

Saturday, October 24, 2020

Parsha Noach

We can’t wait to celebrate

with you.

Mazel Tov!