Jan 2013 Light for Web.pub - Temple Emanuel

Volume 63 ��Number 6 ��January 2013 � Tevet - Sh’vat 5773 

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s we begin 

a secular 

new year, 

2013, our 

thoughts and prayers 

are with our people 

Israel as they face 

many difficult challenges and choices. 

As I write this message the Cease Fire with 

Hamas is holding more or less (although the 

fundamentals do not change). Mahmoud 

Abbas unilaterally pressed the UN General 

Assembly to upgrade Palestine to a Non- 

Member Observer State (the Palestinian 

authority has begun changing its name to 

“Palestine” on official documents and 

websites). In other words, Mahmoud Abbas 

got his wish to erase a deep and abiding 

truth; the Jewish people have a profound 

history in the Holy Land dating back over 

3500 years. Abbas recently declared, “I 

challenge the claim that the Jewish people 

had a Temple 2000 years ago.” He went on 

to say that there is no trace of Jewish history 

in our land and that the prophetic writings of 

Isaiah, Jeremiah and Ezekiel, revered by 

Jews and Christians alike, were never 

uttered in the Holy Land. And Abbas has 

been called the “moderate.” 

From the Rabbi’s Study 

If you recall, after much international 

pressure, Israel withdrew unilaterally from 

Gaza in 2005. Since then, Hamas has fired 

8,500 rockets into Israel. It seems clear to 

me that Israel’s enemies have no interest in 

a state of their own. They just want to destroy 

the Jewish one. I hate to say this, but with 

Hamas claiming victory and Iran arming 

Gaza with sophisticated missiles, and Egypt 

in the role of protector, peace is not around 

the corner. Peace is not a year or two away. 

Not now. Because their issue is not a 

Palestinian state; it’s the end of the Jewish 

one. Finally, the message…is not that Israel 

has the right to defend itself, which I believe 

goes without saying. The message is…that 

we have to be defenders of Israel, in this 

world that would attack Israel, and by 

extension all Jews, with the thinly veiled anti- 

Semitic claim that we are once more being 

too rash, too violent, and unfairly aggressive. 

Israel must do what it needs to do, which is 

to live in perpetual, never ending conflict, and 

in the face of that, to thrive and to flourish. 

May the One who creates harmony on high, 

bring peace to us and to all Israel. 

To which we say Amen. 

SAVE THE DATE 

“Simply Diamond” 

A musical concert 

March 17 at 6:30 pm 

$20/ticket 

Bring your family and friends! 

Open to the community. 

Friday, January 4 

Tot Shabbat 

Shabbat Family Service 

Wednesday, January 9 

Intro to Judaism classes begin 


Come As You Are Shabbat 

Wine & Cheese Reception 

Shabbat Evening Service 

With Cherry Hill East Singers 

Sunday, January 13 

Men’s Club Brunch 

Wednesday, January 16 

Senior Brown Bag Lunch 


Tot Shabbat Pot Luck 

Dinner & Service 

Shabbat Evening Service 

Thursday, January 24 

Sisterhood Something Crafty 


Mini Minyan Pot Luck 

Dinner & Service 

Musical Torah Service 

A Heartfelt Thank you…. 

We deeply appreciate the 

many cards, emails, donations 

and good wishes on the birth of 

Jack Leopold David. Thank you 

for your love and caring; we 

feel so blessed and grateful.

Adrienne Hoffman Mintz 

It’s so hard to believe that 

2013 is already here. Time 

is flying by so quickly. As I 

look back over the past 

year I am struck by the 

many positive changes that 

have taken place at Temple 

Emanuel. 

Here are just a few: 

�� Our membership has reached over 1000 + 

families and growing each day. 

�� Increased growth among members 30-40 years 

of age. This cohort group is made up of couples 

with and without children and singles who 

have bonded to create new friendships. As a 

result a new group has been formed titled 

"The Up and Comers" giving them a chance to 

socialize in a way that fits their lifestyle. 

�� Pre- School and Religious School numbers are 

growing 

�� We have revamped our Religious School 

curriculum to ensure our children are 

receiving the best education possible and are 

reviewing our programming to meet your 

needs. 

�� The addition of "Just For You Services" in 

support of families with special needs. These 

services are open to the community filling a 

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gap by providing a unique and spiritual 

component. 

�� and much more... 

Along with all of these positive changes I would 

like to address Rabbi Newburge's decision to 

move forward in her career as she leaves Temple 

Emanuel this summer. Over the past 9 1/2 years 

each one of us has been touched by Rabbi 

Newburge in one way or another and she has 

become an important part of our lives. There will 

be many opportunities to honor Rabbi Newburge 

and wish her well in the future. 

I am personally filled with mixed emotions but 

stand in full support of Rabbi Newburge's 

decision. Growth only occurs through change 

that is made up of both fear and excitement 

simultaneously. Fear of "the unknown" and the 

wonder of "what can be". We will never be able to 

replace Rabbi Newburge but we will do our best to 

add a spiritual leader who is as dynamic and wellrespected 

to our Temple family. 

We will move ahead at this significant and 

exciting time in the life of our congregation and 

continue to provide a home that is open and 

welcoming to all. 

Thank you for your support! 

Purim Celebrations at Temple Emanuel 

Saturday, February 23 Sunday, February 24 

5 pm Purim Carnival Amazing Purim Magic Show 

6:30 pm Tot Megillah Congregational Talent Show 

Reading (during Religious School hours) 

6:30 pm Wine & Cheese 

Reception 

7:30 pm Megillah Reading 

8:30 pm Hamentaschen 

& Coffee/Tea More Information coming SOON!

As Executive Director of Temple Emanuel I wear 

many hats, my favorite is the ability to interact with 

so many of our members. I am often astounded by 

the level of commitment of so many of you. Day in 

and day out, our large cadre of volunteers helps 

maintain the lifeblood of our Temple. But, what I 

know for sure is that this group of dedicated 

individuals cannot continue to do it alone. My goal 

is to get more of you involved and create an even 

stronger, more vital community. Having each of 

you understand the need for and the importance of 

your involvement cannot be overstated. Each of 

every one of us has a stake in the future of our 

temple. Your ideas, your voice and your concerns 

help our temple leaders formulate goals for the 

future and create strategic and long range plans to 

assure the vitality of our congregation. 

I recently read the following story which I believe 

reflects the importance of each individual and the 

responsibility each of us carry as we continue to 

move our synagogue from strength to strength. 

None of us can sit idly by and wait for “someone 

else” to raise their hand to volunteer. 

There’s a legendary story told about a very 

small Jewish community somewhere in the 

hinterlands that had exactly 10 observant Jews. 

They managed to have a synagogue with 

regular daily services. In spite of the difficulty of 

getting a minyan, a quorum of 10 Jews required 

for communal prayer, they never faltered. Every 

one of their members knew that without their 

personal participation a vital religious need 

would go unfulfilled. 

Week after week, month after month, the 

community with but 10 observant Jews 

successfully continued their services. And then 

a new family came to town. To the initial delight 

of the congregation, the head of this household 

willingly accepted responsibility to join the 

minyan as well. And from that day forward, with 

now 11 possible minyan-goers, this synagogue 

never again had a prayer quorum! 

When every single one of the participants knew 

that they were essential, that without them their 

dream of daily services would be impossible, 

they were successful. Once the realization 

dawned that somebody else could be the 

essential “10 th man,” no one again took their 

commitment with the same seriousness. 

Memo from Mayda 

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Mayda Clarke, Executive Director 

At Temple Emanuel we are, 

indeed, a tapestry woven 

together to create a 

community. “We” are Temple 

Emanuel -- not the bricks and 

mortar. We come from many 

backgrounds and for many 

reasons. We come to 

worship, to feel part of 

something greater than 

ourselves. We come out of tradition, responsibility, 

habit, custom, routine. We come because we 

believe in maintaining a Jewish life; we come 

because it is our time and with a sense of duty to 

connect the past and the future. 

We are the sum of all of our parts – each bringing a 

unique gift and perspective to our synagogue 

community. This precious heritage -- our Judaism- 

is our legacy and that of our children. Let us pledge 

to draw closer to one another and to those things at 

Temple Emanuel that are personally meaningful 

and bring us wisdom, peace and love. Please 

contact me at mayda@templeemanuel.org with 

your ideas, concerns and your availability to 

become part of our future. 

Wishing you and your family a wonderful Neil Schnitzer 2013. I 

look forward to seeing you often at Temple 

Emanuel.

Neil Schnitzer Cantor’s Notes 

Dear Congregant, 

In addition to all the other special 

events coming up here at Temple 

Emanuel, on January 25 and 26, 

we will observe Shabbat Shirah- 

the Shabbat of Song. This 

Shabbat is so named because the 

Torah portion we read that week, 

B’shallach, includes the Song at 

the Sea, Shirat HaYam. This is the portion of the Torah 

from which Mi Chamocha is taken. Mi Chamocha, 

however, is but a portion of the entire parsha, which 

begins at Chapter 13 verse 17 and continues through the 

end of Chapter 17 of Exodus (Shemot). In the Torah, the 

first 18 verses of Chapter 15, which comprise the entire 

Shirat HaYam are printed in a very special way, 

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appearing almost as waves in the ocean. The verses are 

a song of praise to God’s supreme greatness. A special 

melody, different from the regular Torah trope, 

accompanies the special way of inscribing the words in 

the scroll. This Shabbat also coincides with Tu b’shevat, 

the ninth day of the month of Shevat, when we celebrate 

the new year of the trees. Please join me to hear the 

special melody and sing other prayers and songs in 

praise of God and trees on the evening of January 25. 

Hanukkah Puppet show 

Hanukkah Happenings 

at Temple Emanuel

I have to admit that this is the first time I have felt angst in 

having to submit my Light article a month in advance. Not 

only because January is a "slow" month in regard to 

Jewish holidays (Tu b'shevat notwithstanding), but also 

because of so much happening in December of which I 

am excited to write about and experience. So apologies 

in advance for bucking tradition and covering two 

months. 

Over the High Holy Days, Rabbi David spoke eloquently 

about Israel that culminated in the formation of an Israel 

Advocacy Workgroup. The initial workgroup meeting on 

November 14 was well attended and identified several 

activities and tasks to spur education and awareness of 

Israel within our South Jersey community. This 

Workgroup, in partnership with the Jewish Community 

Relations Council (JCRC), promises to be a vibrant and 

integral part of our temple focus so please join us at the 

next meeting. 

As Rabbi David mentioned in his High Holy Day sermon, 

a strong advocacy for Israel is best demonstrated by 

getting on a plane. Our 9th and 10th grade students (my 

son, Matt included) will be traveling to Israel for their 

Confirmation trip over the Winter Break, and my parents 

and I are also planning to arrive in late December to visit 

family and friends. It will be my first trip (out of 7) with no 

planned itinerary - just hanging out in Israel....and I 

cannot wait! 

It has been an anxious time in Israel recently. My nephew 

was called up for the Reserves (Meluim) on a Thursday, 

but was back home with his new wife, pregnant with their 

first child, the following Sunday with the cease fire in 

effect. For many of us, it feels scary, but for most Israelis, 

it is yet another day to be taken seriously but not to 

overwhelm your life. 

Sacred Prayer Bracelets 

You Are Never Alone 

Ritual Committee Marcey Propp, VP Ritual 

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As we look forward to the New 

Year, the Ritual Committee 

continues to lift the "stones" and 

identify critical objectives that 

shape our plans and enable us to 

achieve our Mission (below). 

These objectives include a focus 

on: 

The B'nai Mitzvah Program 

�� Education/Awareness of proper decorum and 

sanctity in the temple, programs and services 

�� Enhancing engagement of our members and guests 

(including teens) 

�� Expanding musical offerings in temple programs and 

services 

�� Encouraging greater camaraderie and collaboration 

through inter-generational programming and 

Services 

I invite you to join us at our next Ritual Committee 

meeting on Monday, January 14th at 7:30 pm to help us 

achieve these objectives. 

Wishing everyone a peaceful and healthy New Year! 

Ritual Committee Mission: 

To create a Jewish environment that enhances the 

experience of our members and guests, and enables us 

to establish/strengthen our connection to others, God, 

Torah, Israel, and Temple Emanuel. 

Now available to our members and clergy to share with 

friends and loved ones experiencing a difficult time in their 

lives. The Sacred Prayer Bracelet is a visual, tangible 

and meaningful connection with our Jewish faith and the 

concept that we are never alone. The Sacred Prayer 

Bracelet with a Star of David charm is an expressive 

means for those who care about someone experiencing a 

difficult time. They can share their concern and support for 

that person through prayer and connection. 

Each packet contains two prayer booklets with two 

Sacred Prayer Bracelets and is available for a 

donation of $36.

Richard Budman, President 

Sheila Stern and Robin Rubin, Co-chairs 

Written by Sheila Stern 

Happy New Year! As we enter 

into 2013 I want to thank 

everyone who has attended 

our monthly brunch series. 

Your continued support helps 

Men’s club to help others. I 

also want to wish everyone 

good fortune and health! 

Speaking of health, during this month’s Men’s 

Club Brunch we will have a special guest. Jessica 

Chasen will discuss the positive health effects of 

massages. Jessica will be 

explaining, as well as 

demonstrating (on a lucky 

attendee) the effects of 

I am writing this article just after lighting the fourth 

Hanukkah candle of 5773. This is the season of giving 

and therefore it is also the season of receiving. 

Hanukkah is the perfect metaphor for the Caring 

Community. The Caring Community is all about giving 

and receiving because one side of the equation does not 

happen without the other. 

Over the years many programs have been started by the 

Caring Community and other Temple activities have 

come under the Caring Community’s umbrella. Bubby 

Bags, rides to services, help with Shiva, the Single 

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massage. With the New 

Year upon us we are 

looking forward to the great 

events we have planned: 

Poker, Men’s Club Retreat, 

Men’s Club Golf Outing, 

Wine Tasting and more. We 

hope you will join us. I want to take this 

opportunity to say good-bye to Rabbi Newburge 

and to wish her well on her new journey. You 

have become a friend as well as family and I am 

thankful for all that you have done 

for me and my family over the years! 

Caring Community 

Group, visiting the sick and home bound and cooking for 

members with special needs are some of our endeavors. 

As the secular New Year begins think about your role in 

the Caring Community. It is good to be on either end of 

the partnership of the Caring Community as both the 

giving and the receiving cannot happen without the other 

half. Reach out to the Caring Community on either side 

of the partnership. You will be glad you did. 

On behalf of the Caring Community we wish our temple 

family good health and happiness in 2013. 

Women’s Best Friend 

Meet Sydney Kershner and his lovable service dog Doc and learn how they work 

together. Come for an hour of fascinating discussion and 

enjoy refreshments and a morning with your Sisters! 

Sunday, January 6, 2013 

11 am 

FREE 

RSVP to Sherry Berman Robinson at sbermanrobinson@aol.com

January is National Hobby Month, the 

perfect time for women to ‘get their craft 

on!’ On January 24 we’ll gather to 

express our inner artists with cardmaking, 

a yarn project and Gary 

Rosenthal’s Glass Ribbon Project. The 

renowned sculptor combines copper, 

brass and steel with fused glass to create his wonderful 

works of art. Gary has designed a special “Women of 

Valor” series which incorporates a geometric glass piece 

in shades of pink. A portion of each sale is donated to 

help find a cure for breast cancer. Tikun Olam is part of 

our “Something Crafty” night as we contribute by making 

the glass mosaics that will adorn the Women of Valor 

series. Many thanks to Janet Cohen and Julie Borsky for 

chairing the event under the leadership of Amy Salcedo, 

Sisterhood VP of Programming. 

Earlier in the month, we will gather 

to learn about two special 

members of our community, 

Sydney Kershner and his lovable 

service dog named Doc. Join us on 

Sunday, January 6 at 11 am as 

Sydney enlightens us with a 

wonderful talk and demonstration about how he and Doc 

accomplish many things together. Refreshments will be 

served. Please support this FREE Sisterhood event and 

RSVP to Sherry Berman Robinson at 

sbermanrobinson@aol.com. Thanks to Elaine 

Kooperstein for this terrific idea. 

Coming up on February 4 is Mind, Body, Spirit when 

Jessica Chasen will guide us on putting Kaballah 

concepts to use during the counting of the Omer. Mark 

your calendar now! RSVPs to this FREE event also go to 

Sherry Berman Robinson. 

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Beverly Volpe, President 

And now for many thank yous. 

We are blessed with an active and 

engaged board and membership 

who fun-draise all year long to 

support the Temple, our schools 

and the community. Among our 

biggest fundraisers is the annual 

Hanukkah Bazaar. Literally 

dozens of women were involved 

starting with Sheila Stern and 

Robin White who co-chaired, Deb Berger who ably 

guided us, Wendi Cohen who chaired the Spinning 

Dreidel Café, DJ Whitley, Cathy Krepow, Lauren Waite 

and Felice Friedman who led the Macabee Mart. A 

special shout-out to Linda Harvey who shops all year 

long for the great gifts our children bring home. Paula 

Levine sold scrip and Linda Harvey and Sallie Brown 

manned the Sisterhood table. And the food donations 

and volunteers! Among those stepping up were Roz 

Appell, Sherry Berman Robinson, Janet Cohen, Wendi 

Cohen, Jen Gilman, Sandy Gordon, Sandy Griffel, Kim 

Leibovitz, Kim Levin, Liz Levine, Sara Levine, Jane 

Meyerson, Vivian Newberger, Susie Sunshine-Pheatt 

and Pam Sacks. Thanks to one and all. 

We said a special thank you to our clergy and staff with 

Sisterhood’s staff luncheon on December 5 . It’s our small 

way of showing gratitude for all that they do. 

Finally, I’d like to recognize Susan Witte for chairing our 

annual Hanukkah party with Sallie Brown, and Jess 

Chasen and Sherry Berman-Robinson for organizing and 

leading “Latke Making for Dummies” and Sandy Gordon 

for her delicious recipes. This event has always had 

special meaning for me: it was the first Sisterhood event 

I attended more than 10 years ago. I’ve been replicating 

the latke recipe I learned that night ever since – and 

hooked on Sisterhood, too. 

Something Crafty 

Join your Sisters as we “get our craft on” – mosaics, paper & yarn…. Oh My! No experience necessary! 

Thursday, January 24, 2013 7 pm - 9:30 pm 

$18 for members, $20 for non-members 

The evening will feature Gary Rosenthal’s Glass Ribbon Project where we will design glass pieces that will then be 

fused into one of the pieces in his Women of Valor collection; a portion of the proceeds go to support 

women with breast cancer. The evening will also include a fabulous card making project using great 

paper and stamps, a yarn project, kibitzing, noshing and laughter. 

RSVP by January 10 to Susan Witte - susanhs007@aol.com. 

Please mail your check made out to Temple Emanuel Sisterhood to 

Susan Witte, 6 Wimbledon Way, Marlton, NJ 08053

Eliane Strip, President 

Senior Scene 

Written by: Judy Gensib 

Our temple offered so many 

opportunities to celebrate and 

enjoy Hanukkah. Hopefully, 

whether within the temple or 

among your own families and 

friends, you had a delightful 

holiday! 

And now, welcome to a new year 

of Senior Group news and 

Photo: Eliane Strip activities. We’re looking ahead to 

sharing the brown bag lunch 

meetings and delightful afternoons with all of you. 

The fall season was rich with a variety of programs. We 

heard from Myrna Fineman about her playwright friend, 

enjoyed a Shabbat dinner, were surprised by Al’s Chorale 

with Julia Zavadsky, and enjoyed the political insights 

and reflections on the presidential election by Dr. Richard 

Harris of Rutgers University. 

Why do I say “surprised” by Al’s Chorale? We expected 

Julia Zavadsky would bring us a wonderful musical 

program. Then we learned that she was coming with the 

40+ members of the JCC’s Al’s Chorale. The Chorale’s 

story (and name) is inspiring and their singing was full of 

spirit and much enjoyed by all. Thank you, Julia, for 

going beyond anything we had anticipated. 

Number the Stars 

Performed by Haddonfield Plays & Players 

for the entire family 

Wednesday, April 17 

7:30 pm 

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In January we welcome David Snyder, Director of the 

Jewish Community Relations Council. This significant 

agency serves us all well, often quietly and without much 

fanfare. Although we are fortunate to live in a generally 

peaceful community, there are times when groups and/or 

individuals create some stir or problem that is unsettling 

for our community. The JCRC staff works to calm and 

bring people together to solve the dilemmas. Please join 

us on Wednesday, January 16, when Mr. Snyder will 

update us on current interfaith issues. 

Looking ahead, we anticipate afternoons of sharing with 

friends and programs with Dr. Martin Rosenberg, Cantor 

Neil, Barry, the Caterer, Jessica Chasen and Rabbi 

David. We think these will be a terrific mix of topics and 

personalities. Watch for our program flyers and 

information in The Light. Be sure not to miss them. 

$10 per person 

Join us Wednesday, 

January 16! 

Includes the play and 

Holocaust Speaker after the show 

RSVP to Rena (856) 489-0035 

or 

rena@templeemanuel.org

Wow! It is hard to believe it is 2013. We are 

looking forward to a great few months ahead with 

many wonderful programs that have been added 

to the Social Action Calendar. 

A very BIG thank you to Ruth Manin for 

organizing the holiday gift drive benefiting 

children, families and retired community 

members from JFCS, Robin’s Nest, Voorhees 

Pediatric Facility, CamCare, and Bancroft. 

Thanks to the many generous donors from 

Temple Emanuel and friends in our community 

making 250 children, seniors and families have a 

Upcoming meetings/ 

programs/events for your 

calendar: 

Social Action Committee 

Meeting: 

Monday, January 14 at 7 pm 

Social Action Shabbat, Friday, 

February 8 at 8 pm 

Food of the Month Club: 

Soup! Soup! Soup! Help keep our 

community members warm with a can of 

soup. All donations benefiting JFCS, 

Cherry Hill Food Pantry, and Dubin 

House. Drop off at the 

temple by religious 

school entrance. 

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Gail Forman, VP Social Action 

very happy and special holiday 

in 2012. Thank you to our 

many volunteers that joined us 

to help wrap the many donated 

gifts. 

We welcome all members of our 

Temple community to join us at 

upcoming Social Action 

programs. For more 

information please do not hesitate to contact me 

at glforman3@verizion.net 

Best wishes for a happy and healthy 2013! 

Cathedral Kitchen – Volunteers Needed! 

Fourth Wednesday of each month, next dates 

January 23, February 27 

Meet at the Temple at 3 pm to drive together. 

Volunteers need to be 16 years or older to serve meals 

and help clean up. 

NEW PROGRAM! Family Social Action Sunday – 

Sunday, January 27, 2012 at 3 pm 

Join us for many wonderful activities to benefit local 

organizations in our community. 

GREAT FAMILY ACTIVITY FOR AGES 5 and up! 

Make sandwiches, casseroles, color placemats, make 

centerpieces. 

Registration required: please contact Beth Hurwitz at 

bkriegern@comcast.net or Lisa Barra at 

lbarra@comcast.net to sign up. 

Holiday Gift Drive Wrapping: Todd Wilen, Madeline Flanagan & 

Wendi Lyons

Sara Levine, Advisor 

Youth Groups 

Are you getting used to the cold yet, Temple 

Emanuel? Let us bring in the New Year with an 

event highly appropriate for the weather. On 

January 6 TEFTY is going ice skating! Time is to 

be announced, but we hope to see everyone there! 

Did you miss our TNP’s? Get ready for a brand 

new program on January 15 for this one is going 

to be exciting and will be a great way to get 

introduced to our awesome youth group. Junior 

TEFTY members from grades six to eight are 

invited to the Junior Youth Kallah. This event is 

structured similarly to a NFTY event. It will have 

services, programs, and song sessions. This is a 

chance for our younger youth groupers to meet 

and interact with other kids from all over 

southern New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The fee 

Family Pot Luck Dinner 

Followed by Sex Therapist Presentation 

(with babysitting for a nominal fee) 

Want to “rev up your 

romance” in anticipation of 

Valentine’s Day? Temple 

Emanuel’s Up & Comers 

Group is proud to present a 

unique family experience on 

Saturday, February 9, for 

couples of all ages (with or 

without children). The 

evening will begin with a Pot Luck Dinner for the 

whole family in the Social Hall of Temple Emanuel at 

6 pm. Temple Emanuel will supply the chicken, and 

attendees will supply the sides. If your last name 

begins with: A – I, please bring salads; J - R, please 

bring side dishes; S – Z, please bring desserts. 

From 7 pm – 8:30 pm, the adults will stay in the Social 

Hall for a presentation by certified sex therapist, 

speaker and critically acclaimed author Dr. Stephen 

Betchen on “improving sexual health and intimacy 

within a relationship”. A Clinical Assistant Professor 

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is $165 that pays for transportation to Camp 

Harlem (a bus will leave from Adath Emanuel), 

sleep accommodations and five meals. For more 

information email Rabbi Newburge at 

gnewburge@templeemanuel.org. This New Year 

is kicking off on the right foot and we can’t wait to 

spend 2013 with the TEFTY youth group. 

Signing out, 

Up & Comers 

Julia Goldsmith, TEFTY Secretary 

at Thomas Jefferson University and regular 

contributor to such popular national publications as 

Ladies’ Home Journal, Men’s Health, and Family 

Circle, Dr. Betchen will share insights from his book 

“Magnetic Partners” and from more than 25 years of 

experience as a licensed marriage therapist who has 

helped couples of all ages reach new levels of 

happiness in the bedroom and other areas. 

While parents are enjoying the presentation, 

babysitting will be provided by TEFTY babysitters for 

a nominal fee - $7 for the first child and $5 for each 

additional child. The fees will 

be used to fund scholarships for 

TEFTY students. 

Please RSVP to Roberta at 

roberta@templeemanuel.org or 

(856) 489-0029, ext. 168

Written by: Myra & Barry Gross 

The Prime Timers' first event in 2013 will be a 

musical evening with Murray Savar at the synagogue 

on January 27. Wine, hors d'oeuvres, coffee and 

dessert will be served. 

A planning meeting is scheduled for January 6 at the 

synagogue. Those attending will suggest future events 

for the group, which may include a dinner and a show 

at a local theater. 

The group ended 2012 with a holiday party on 

December 16 at the Mandarin Buffet on Kings 

Highway in Cherry Hill. As it was the final day of 

Hanukkah, participants were invited to bring their 

The next Baby Boomer book group 

will meet on 

Saturday, February 16, 

for a chocolate dessert evening 

and to discuss the new selection. 

Questions-email Paula Levine 

at palevine56@hotmail.com 

Prime Timers 

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menorahs and light them. They dined in a private tea 

room at the restaurant. Members Barbara and Rudi 

Schwartz arranged this event. 

The Prime Timers are Temple Emanuel members who 

fall between the Empty Nesters and Seniors. 

Individual Prime Timers suggest events and take 

charge of arranging them. For information concerning 

events or any questions about the Prime Timers 

contact Terry Blau at 

templeemanueladults@yahoo.com . She will direct 

interested members to join them on short notice for a 

restaurant meal, movie, community theater 

performance, or other excursion. 

Happy Hour with Murray Savar - Come to our cabaret 

and sing along with us to the music of Murray! 

Appetizers & Desserts will be served Sunday, January 27 

BYOB 5 - 7 pm 

$20 per person/ members $25 per person/non-members 

Checks payable to Temple Emanuel must be received by January 23. 

For more information contact Terry Blau at templeemanueladults@yahoo.com 

Save 

the Date 

Saturday, March 9 

"Boeing, Boeing" 

at the Ritz Theater Oaklyn, NJ 

Dinner at the diner before the show 

Questions-email Paula Levine 

at palevine56@hotmail.com

Lyn Harley, Director 

The pre-schoolers are happy to return to school after 

the winter break! It is a new year filled with 

excitement and new challenges. All of the children are 

looking forward to our fabulous special events this 

month including June in January and the Tu B’Shevat 

Seder. We welcome our newest pre-schoolers, the two 

year old Bees. They will join Morah Debbie and Morah 

Gail for their very first pre-school experience, and we 

know they will have the best time ever! 

I love new books and so do the children. Every year I 

order some of the best new children’s books as 

recommended by the Book Vine Company, which 

previews hundreds of books and chooses only the best 

for their catalog. If you want to buy a book for your 

child, check out the catalog and any book you find will 

be quality children’s literature. You can also ask me 

about my recommendations for our favorite new books! 

The new year brings about the opportunity to register 

for the 2013-2014 school year. A question often asked 

by parents who are looking into pre-schools is, “Will my 

child be challenged academically?” I respond by 

assuring them that their child will be, but in addition 

to academics, their child will be provided with a wellrounded 

education. We understand that it is our job to 

teach the whole child, and that cognitive skills are just 

The Pre-School 

Sharing Hanukkah 

With Our 

Special 

People 

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one part of what a child 

needs to learn. The first 

five years of life are a 

time of enormous growth 

in linguistic, conceptual, 

social-emotional, and 

motor competence. We 

strive to create an 

environment in which 

children learn and develop in all these areas. 

The best way to understand what makes The Pre- 

School at Temple Emanuel special is to come and visit. 

We are happy to give anyone you know who is looking 

for a pre-school as well as mommy and baby classes, a 

tour of our beautiful facility and an opportunity to see 

how wonderful we are. So pass the word that the Pre- 

School at Temple Emanuel is the “playce” to be! 

Registration day is Friday, February 1. If you register 

on that day you will receive one week of mini camp 

(those play days after school ends and camp begins) for 

free. Mark it on your calendar and don’t be left out. 

Register for one of THE BEST pre-schools in all of 

South Jersey!

The Pre-School 

As a teacher, towards the end of each month, I am responsible to write my lesson plans for next month. But after all 

these holidays, I am finding it too easy to procrastinate! Instead, I have been thinking all too often, how time seems to be 

flying by. When did my toddlers become adults? Weren’t they just in pre-school? Twenty years ago, The Pre-School at 

Temple Emanuel opened – thanks not only to the many planners and visionaries, but also to everyone who donated the 

funds to build it. There are a few whose names hang in our halls as a daily reminder to us that we need to always 

remember to say “thank you.” First to the Brewstein/Grossberg family for honoring their beloved wife and mother in such 

a wonderful way; the Hymerlings whose love of learning reached into our pre-school, to the Harper family who found a 

loving way to remember their son and to the Riesenbach family. 

Twenty years seems to have flown by, and we probably have not said “thank you” enough to all the wonderful teachers 

who have blessed us over the years. It is because of them that Temple Emanuel has such an incredible reputation. Over 

the last six years, we have won the “Best of South Jersey Pre-School” once and placed as one of the top Pre-Schools 

for five years! We are very proud of what we have become. Thanks to the generosity of the Mogell Family and Temple 

Emanuel Sisterhood, we have a state of the art playground that is enjoyed on a daily basis! But thankfully some things 

never change. The wonderful mural created by Morah Ellen in 1995 still graces our hallway walls. We do not, and will 

not, compromise on providing quality programming. We have a committed and active Parent Committee, and most 

importantly, we love what we do! 

This year we are forming an Alumnae 20 th Anniversary Club and want everyone who has ever been a part of the preschool 

to consider joining. It would be a way for you to re-connect and help our pre-school to replace items that are now 

20 years old, and it is our way to reach out to you! We would love to welcome you back and invite you to visit and attend 

some activities. We are asking past and present pre-school families and/or students to donate $18. For the first year, we 

will provide wooden hands with your names on them so we can create a wall in our pre-school where you can forever 

leave your handprint in our heart! 

Todah Robah, 

Debbie Jeffreys 

___ Enclosed is my tax deduc�ble check for $18 Enclosed is my tax deduc�ble check for ______ 

___ I cannot help at this �me but please put me on an Alumnae List 

Name_________________________________________ Email___________________________ 

Address_______________________________________________________Phone number_________________ 

How you would like your name(s) on the hand_____________________________________________________ I.e. the Jeffreys 

Family or Stefanie and Joshua Jeffreys. 

February 1st is Registration Day 

For the 2013-2014 School Year & Kamp Kayeetz Summer Program 

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Margery Ross Hebrew Happenings 

“Nes Gadol Hayah Sham” – 

“A Great Miracle Happened There”! 

Our entire Hebrew School formed teams in honor of 

the Maccabees who led the Jews to victory, allowed 

them to win back the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, and 

cleaned the Temple making it ready for worship and 

rededication with the miraculous jar of oil that burned on 

and on for eight days. The students learned to place the 

candles in the hanukiyah from the right side to the left in 

the same direction in which we have learned to read 

Hebrew and use the 

Shamash to light them 

from left to right starting 

with the newest candle. 

Wednesday Hanukkah 

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Continuing with the celebration of the Festival of Lights, 

they recited the Hanukkah blessings and danced around 

our school’s giant dreidel while focusing on the four 

Hebrew letters spinning - Nun, Gimmel, Hey, and Shin. 

Wishing everyone Happy Hebrew Hanukkah Happenings! 

Mike Firstenberg, Chair Religious School Education Council 

January promises to be an exciting time for the 

Religious School Education Council. We have 

been invited to observe all of the classes in the 

Sunday School and the Hebrew School. Please 

come join us at our next meeting - Sunday, 

January 27 at 10:15 am as we review our classes 

and plan out future offerings. Please be on the 

Wednesday Hanukkah 

Hebrew Hanukkah 

lookout for parent opportunities during February 

and March as we will offer new programs for 

parents during school hours. If you have any 

questions, or would like to join the council, please 

reach out to Mike Firstenberg at 

firstenberg@verizon.net or (856) 810-0454.

Lifelong Education 

The word mitzvah means religious 

instruction, commandment or “good 

deed”. There are different kinds of 

mitzvot. Rabbis use the phrase, 

simcha shel mitzvah to express the joy 

you feel every time you do a mitzvah. 

Mitzvot are not merely part of our 

obligation as Jews, they are what 

makes being Jewish so special and fills our lives with joy. 

At Temple Emanuel’s Religious School each grade level has 

selected a mitzvah project that they will be working on throughout 

the school year. We hope to enhance our student’s lives as Jews 

and give them the understanding and meaning of responsibility 

to others while doing these projects. 

�Pre-K Stuffed Animals for CamCare Dental 

Clinic 

Tzedakah money will buy Trees in Israe 

�Kindergarten “The Giving Tree, Warm Hands-Warm 

Hearts”-Mitten collection for Bonsall 

School 

�1st Grade Shabbat Bags Project for Jewish 

patients at local hospitals 

�2nd Grade Make blankets and beds for the animals 

at the Animal Welfare Association 

�3rd Grade Make Linus Blankets for sick children in 

hospitals 

�4th Grade Breakfast Bags for Bonsall School 

Hospice Project 

�5th Grade Deliver Matza to residents at Saltzman 

House 

�6th Grade Canned Food Drive for Cherry Hill Food 

Bank 

Decorated cupcakes for Hurricane 

Sandy victims 

Deliver matza to residents at Saltzman 

House 

�7th Grade Prepare breakfast and dinner at the 

Ronald McDonald House 

Jewish Relief Agency 

�High School Students are encouraged to participate n 

various youth group activities and 

Hanukkah 

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Dr. Rena Alpert, Director 

community wide events 

�Confirmation Design 

and paint a mural at 

Bonsall School. 

Religious school students 

in all grades have 

participated in giving 

tzedakah, the mitzvah 

mall, and the “Night of 

Giving” during Hanukkah. 

For more information about any of these projects or if 

you would like to suggest a project, please contact me at 

rena@templeemanuel.org or 

(856) 489-0035. 

Wishing you joy, happiness and a love of learning.

Hebrew at TE 

Introductory Hebrew 

This is an introductory class where you will learn to read 

letters, vowels and build basic prayer skills. You will feel more 

comfortable at services, be a great role model for your children 

and form a connection to Jews worldwide! 

TWO CLASS OPTIONS 

Tuesdays at Noon with Michele Susson 

Thursdays at 7 pm with Hedva Levin 

Textbook Fee ▪ Registration Required 

Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah with Hedva Levin 

Tuesdays - 1 pm to 3 pm 

This is the next step after completing Introductory Hebrew. 

You will take this year to prepare for your group Adult Bar/Bat 

Mitzvah. This class combines the next level of Hebrew 

learning with improving your use, fluency and knowledge of 

prayer vocabulary in Mishkan T’filah, our prayer 

book. Learn through games, hands-on practice, 

and come prepared to have fun! 

You must have basic Hebrew reading skills. 

Textbook Fee ▪ Registration Required 

NEW!!! 

Conversational Hebrew with Hedva Levin 

Wednesdays - 12 pm to 1 pm 

Learn how to have a conversation in Hebrew!! 

Registration Required 

Men’s Study Group with Rabbi Jerry David 

January 14 & 28 

Mondays 6 pm—7:15 pm 

(Includes dinner) 

A meaningful way to mark your commitment to study. 


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Study at TE 

Adult Confirmation Class 

Taught by our clergy 

Chabad visit 

January 6 

Post B’nai Mitzvah Study Group 

with Rabbi Jerry David 

Alternating Tuesdays - Noon to 1 pm 

Explore Jewish issues, values and liturgy! 

Open to our learners who have 

Book Club & Women’s Biblical Commentary 

with Rabbi Geri Newburge 

Read, Learn, Discuss! 

Subjects Alternate Tuesdays - 1 pm 

Jewish Potluck 

with Cantor Neil 

Alternating Tuesdays with Rabbi David 

Shabbat Morning Torah Study 

Saturdays - 9:15 am 

Led by our Clergy 

Join our friendly group discussion of the week’s Torah portion. 

We will be taking a slightly different approach to Torah this year -- 

each week we will examine the Torah portion using a Midrash to gain 

insight into the text. Novices and more advanced Torah learners are 

encouraged to participate. Look forward to lively debate and 

meaningful discussion! No need to pre-register! 

To RSVP, or for more information, contact the Religious School Office at (856) 489-0035

Phil Godorov 

Planning today for your family’s tomorrow 


Other Programs & Events 

Wills � Trusts 

Estate Planning � Probate 

Sunday, January 27 10:30 -11 am 

Mother’s Circle 

Mother’s Circle is a group for non-Jewish mothers who are raising 

Jewish children. We meet on select Sunday mornings to 

share questions, recipes and experiences. 

Rosie Hymerling serves as our fearless leader, 

addressing any and all issues. 

For more info, contact Loren Firstenberg at 

lfirstenberg@verizon.net 

Knitting at Night! 

with Sheila Stern 

Thursdays - 7 pm to 8 pm 

Knit, pearl, create! 

Big Al’s Yiddish Club with Al Rubin 

Thursdays - 7:30 pm to 9 pm 

Get a taste of an almost dead language 

spoken by many not long ago! 

Learn conversational Yiddish with Al. 

Get a taste of an almost-dead language 

No experience required! 

To RSVP, or for more information, contact the Religious School Office at (856) 489-0035 

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January Religious School Events 

January 13—Kindergarten Family Ed Day 

January 13—7th Grade to Ronald McDonald House 

January 27—6th Grade Wrap with the Rabbi 

Career Transition Partnership Training Workshop 

Career Transition Partnership is a group of volunteers from business, 

industry and interfaith communities serving individuals and families in career 

transition by providing resources, such as free workshops and networking 

opportunities, in order to promote gainful employment, maintain dignity and 

a positive spirit. 

To learn more about this join us on 

Thursday, January 3 at 6 pm, 

Thursday, January 17 at 6 pm 

Thursday, January 31 at 6 pm 

TOT SHABBAT 

Please join us for Tot Shabbat Services 

Friday, January 4 at 7 pm and 

Tot Shabbat Dinner and Services 

Friday, January 18 at 6 pm 

Tot Shabbat Con�nental Breakfast, Ac�vi�es and Services 

Saturday, January 25 at 9:15 am

Lisa Lanter Tree of Life 

At the start of every new year, I try so hard to tie up all loose ends and make my plans and 

preparations for the coming year. With so much too look forward to in the new year. I want to 

be prepared as much as possible for the challenges ahead. I always think in the new year that 

I have some control over how the year will proceed. I guess my energy levels are high at this 

very moment in time. 

We at Temple Emanuel would like to ask you, as you begin your planning and preparations for this new 

year, to call upon us with exciting events that may be around the corner for you. Any happy life events that 

you may have, please share them with us. Also, please remember the next time you pass the Tree of Life 

outside the social hall, to stop and read happy inscriptions by your Temple family and consider adding your 

own inscriptions to our Tree. 

To add an inscription on the Tree of Life, please contact Holly Friedman at the Temple office 

(856) 489-0029 x 118. 

The newest additions to our Tree of Life include: 

Donor Honor 

Ken, Owen, Evan Romm & Dad Carrie Romm-Conversion 

Karen Karper Kimberlea Karper 

Karen Karper Jeffrey Karper 

David & Margery Ann Ross Marriage of Jonathan Todd Ross 

And Brigit Kelly Young 

SWEET COUSCOUS WITH 

NUTS AND DRIED FRUIT 

Rabbi Newburge’s 

· 2 -1/3 cups water 

· 1/2 cup sugar 

· 1/3 cup dried cranberries 

· 1/3 cup dried apricots, chopped 

· 1/3 cup dried cherries, chopped 

· 2 1/2 cups (about 1 pound) couscous 

· 1/2 cup coarsely chopped, toasted slivered 

almonds 

· 1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted and skinned 

hazelnuts 

· 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, if desired 

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, sugar, 

cranberries, apricots, and cherries. Bring the mixture 

to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, 

until the sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in 

the couscous and remove the pan from the heat. Cover 

the pan with a tight fitting lid until the couscous has 

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absorbed all of the cooking liquid, about 5 to 7 

minutes. 

Using a fork, fluff the couscous to break up any 

lumps. Add the almonds and hazelnuts and toss. 

Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet until 

completely cooled, about 10 minutes. 

Transfer the couscous to an airtight container and 

store in the refrigerator. 

Serving Suggestion: 

Drizzle the couscous with 

1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive 

oil for a moister texture. 

From: 

www.foodnetwork.com

Margery Ann Ross & Dr. David Ross on the 

marriage of their son Jonathan Todd Ross to Brigit 

Kelley Young 

Brett Rosen on his 5 Year Achievement Award from 

the Cherry Hill School District 

Adele Oberlander on the marriage of her grandson 

Jeffrey Simons to Danielle Jacobs 

Karen & Joe Borish on the birth of their grandson 

Drew Ithan Sodowick 

In the Mishpachah 

Mazel Tov In Memoriam 

7th JRA 

Dr. Rena’s 

Photo 

Kindergarten Mitten Tree 

Oil Workshop 

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1st Grade Shabbat 

Alice Browdy 

Mother of Nancy Oberlander 

Grandmother of Scott & Steven 

Gerson Cohen 

Father of Alan Cohen 

Alvin (Sonny) Katz 

Stepfather of Dale Cohen 

Grandfather of Wade & Josh 

Florence Mailman 

Mother of Gayle Katz 

Grandmother of Ryan & Jonathan 

Ruth Loretta Romer 

Mother of Madeline Flanagan 

Grandmother of Laura 

Robert Yarrish 

Son of Ruth Yarrish 

Mitzvah Mall

B’nai Mitzvah, Torah Portions & Torah Study 


Shemot Exodus 1:1 – 6:1 

We begin reading the book of Exodus. A new Pharaoh 

comes to power who forces the Israelites to build cities 

for him and to work in his fields. Despite these hardships, 

the Israelite community continues to grow. The Pharaoh 

then orders all male babies born to Israelite women to be 

drowned in the Nile River. A baby boy is put in a basket 

and found by Pharaoh's daughter who names him Moses. 


Va’era Exodus 6:2 – 9:35 

The story of the struggle to leave Egypt continues. God 

reviews the covenant made with Abraham, Isaac, and 

Jacob and then tells Moses, I have heard the cries of the 

Israelites and I will now fulfill my promise to them, to 

redeem them from slavery and bring them to the land that 

I promised their ancestors. God tells Moses that Moses 

will rule over Pharaoh, and Aaron will be Moses' prophet 

serving as his spokesperson. The first plagues descend 

on the Egyptians. The Nile is turned into blood and frogs 

invade the land, lice and swarms of insects invade Egypt. 

Pharaoh does not yield. The plagues of cattle disease, 

boils, and hail quickly follow. 

Join the Clergy for 

Torah Study on Saturdays. 

9:15 am starting time 

All are welcome 

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Bo Exodus 10:1 – 13:16 

God inflicts the last three plagues upon the Egyptians 

and gives the instructions for the observance of the 

festival of Passover. Locusts, the eighth plague, devour 

all the grass and trees so that nothing green is left in all 

of Egypt. Then darkness covers the land for three days. 

Before the tenth and final plague, God tells Moses and 

Aaron to instruct each Israelite family to slaughter a lamb, 

put some of its blood on the doorposts of their homes so 

that God will pass over their houses when God kills every 

first born child in the land of Egypt. Finally, 

acknowledging God's power over him, Pharaoh tells 

Moses and Aaron to leave with the people so that they 

may worship God. They leave hurriedly, before their 

dough can rise. 


Beshalach Exodus 13:17 – 17:16 

We read about several miracles as the people of Israel 

safely cross the Sea of Reeds, have their hunger and 

thirst in the desert satisfied and emerge victorious from 

their first battle as a free people. The Israelites continue 

on their journey and run short of water and food. God 

explains that bread will come for them from the sky. 

January B’nai Mitzvah List 

January 5 Sarah Clarkson 

Daughter of Gayle & 

Robert Clarkson Jr. 

Chase Reed Denenberg 

Son of Shana Schwartz 

12 Jennifer Hoffman 

Daughter of Laura & 

Jason Hoffman 

19 Elijah Borenstein 

Son of Debora & 

Jordan Borenstein 

26 Asher Price 

Son of Carole Price

Temple Emanuel’s Up & Comers: Worth Joining 

Are you “up” on the latest in savvy socializing? 

For some, it began as an outgrowth of Tot Shabbat. For 

others, it was a connection they made through 

Sisterhood, Men’s Club, an adult education class, or 

through their kids. The common thread is that many of 

our younger married and single congregants were 

meeting one another and liking one another. They began 

exploring ways to get together, and it grew, and it grew, 

and it grew until it became apparent that the answer was 

a group! 

Now the challenge --what to call their new social group. 

Young marrieds…? Neh. Doesn’t describe everyone, and 

too old school, no way does it define these highly 

educated and active individuals, centered, balanced, 

extremely family-oriented. Real up and comers – aha! 

This month, we’re getting to know some of our members 

who have become part of this new group – the Up & 

Comers. Meet Jamie and Seth Pearlman, Julie and Joel 

Schwartz, Jennifer and Jarod Gilman, Stacy Steinhoff, 

Karen and Ian Driben, and Mark and Donielle 

Friedenthal. 

Q. Your dynamic group is mainly about creating an 

inclusive, meaningful and trusted network of “modern 

tribe” friendships. How do our Temple’s core values -- 

Connection, Diversity, Spirituality, Jewish Education, 

Social Responsibility and Community, resonate with this 

group? 

A: Our group represents all of Temple Emanuel’s values, 

melding religious and social activities. Up & Comers is 

really an extension of what we’ve already observed 

happening here. Yes, we formalized this group to connect 

with other like-minded people in their 30s and 40s as well 

as those who might want to be temple members and are 

seeking friends to whom they can relate; however we are 

also a social group eager to connect with other existing 

groups within our synagogue, such as Social Action, 

making valuable contributions to our warm, welcoming 

and diverse congregation and our metro community. 

Q. In terms of life’s priorities, please share a bit about 

why you’re personally drawn to this group – which 

includes supervised, separate activities for kids -- and 

how you foresee these ideals and common goals thriving. 

A: We’re an inclusive bunch inviting everyone: married 

couples with and without kids because many of our 

members utilize their weekends and evenings as together 

time, and singles with and without kids who are looking 

for lasting friendships and connections are also extremely 

comfortable joining because the vibe is so welcoming. 

From both perspectives, it’s really a win-win! 

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Q. Contemporary relationships of all kinds and at all 

stages can be hectic, let alone finding time to invest in 

them. Why is the Up & Comers Group attractive to you at 

this time in your lives? Do you feel that sharing Jewish 

traditions with others will help strengthen your family’s 

Jewish journey? 

A: Sometimes it’s difficult to devote meaningful time or 

even find a Jewish group catering to a Gen X 

demographic which truly fits your needs. It used to be – 

where can we go on a Friday night with a toddler? Hey, 

let’s do Tot Shabbat! Now there’s even more, from adults’ 

events for couples and singles to family centered 

activities like Pot Luck Dinners that help strengthen ties 

with current friends and create new friendships within our 

temple family of families. And it strengthens our kids’ ties, 

too. Kids do what they see, and really, how can we foster 

Jewish identity and ask them to marry within our religion 

one day if we don’t expose them to our culture in a fun 

and educational way? 

Q. Daily schedules for your generation are electronically 

oriented, often hour-by-hour or even minute-by-minute. 

What positives do you see thus far with regard to Up & 

Comers linking your social lives and spiritual practice in 

person? 

A: For a lot of us, it’s becoming more and more apparent 

that we need to put technology on pause and actually 

have good old-fashioned conversations with friends in 

person. Sure, life is hectic, but you need to make time for 

things that are important, have priorities. Some people 

live by their smartphones; others feel like they might be 

the last left on the planet without one, though when 

twenty people show up at your first meeting and are so 

communicative it speaks to “defeating the text monster.” 

We’ve never seen a group in or outside the temple take 

off with so many great people feeling so passionate about 

forming abiding friendships and interacting in a relaxed 

setting! It feels really amazing to be part of something 

special from the ground floor up, it’s kind of magical! 

Q. We hear you’ve got some sensational programs upcoming! 

What’s on your calendars and how can marrieds 

and singles with and without kids get involved? Fill us in! 

A: We have two fun events planned: Our first on January 

26 is an adults-only evening of wiffleball and mini-golf at 

Big League Dreams in Medford, followed on February 9 

with a Family Pot Luck Dinner and adults-only sex 

therapist presentation by Dr. Stephen Betchen. 

Babysitting will be provided that night upon request 

through TEFTY for a nominal fee. We also have a 

Karaoke 80s Party in the works for spring and you are 

invited to get involved NOW! Please “Like” our Facebook 

page to stay informed on what else is up-coming, and for 

more information, email Stacy at 

stacysteinhoff@gmail.com. See you soon!

For more information contact: 

Michelle at michelle@templeemanuel.org or (856) 489-0035 x 119 

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1101 Springdale Rd Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 

856-489-0029 

January 2013 

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 

5 

9:15 am Torah Study 

10:30 am Shabbat Morning Service 

BAT MITZVAH — Sarah Clarkson 

6 pm Havdalah Service 

BAR MITZVAH — 

Chase Denenberg 

4 

7 pm Tot Shabbat 

7:30 pm Shabbat Family Service w/ 

Shirei HaYeladim & Birthday 

Blessing 

7:30 pm Alternative Shabbat Service 

3 

January 2’s Class Begins 

1:15 pm PS Kiddie Soccer 

6 pm CTP Meeting 

7 pm Knitting at Night 

7 pm Intro to Hebrew w/ Hedva 

7:30 pm Big Al’s Yiddish Club 

7:30 pm HerSeder Planning Meeting 

2 

Winter Break 

No RS 

9 am PS Music Class 

12 pm Conversational Hebrew w/ 

Hedva 

1 

Winter Break 

Building closed 

NO PS 

NO RS 

12 

L’Taken (Washington, DC) 



BAT MITZVAH — Jennifer Hoffman 

11 


6 pm Come As You Are Shabbat 

7 pm Wine & Cheese Reception 

8 pm Shabbat Evening Service w/ 

Cherry Hill East Singers 

10 





7:30 pm House Committee Meeting 

7:30 pm Sisterhood Board Meeting 

9 

PS Parent Conferences — NO 

SCHOOL 


Hedva 

3:30 pm American Red Cross Blood 

Drive 

7 pm Intro to Judaism 

8 

12 pm Post-B’nai Mitzvah Class w/ Rabbi 

David 

12 pm Intro to Hebrew w/ Michelle 

1 pm Book Club w/ Rabbi Newburge 

1 pm B’nai Mitzvah Class w/ Hedva 

7 pm Sisterhood Casserole Cooking 

7 

7 pm Social Action 

Committee Meeting 

7:30 pm Executive Board 

Meeting 

6 

9 am Adult Confirmation Class 

Chabad Visit 

11 am Sisterhood Educational 

Event 

11 am Prime Timers Planning 

Meeting 

19 



BAR MITZVAH — Elijah Borenstein 

18 

6 pm Tot Shabbat Pot Luck Dinner & 

Service 


Anniversary Blessing 

17 






16 

PS June in January 


9:30 am PS Jump Bunch 

12 pm Henry Raich Senior Group Brown 

Bag Lunch 

12 pm Conversational Hebrew w/ Hedva 


15 

12 pm Adult Ed. Class w/ Cantor Neil 


1 pm Women’s Biblical Commentary w/ 

Rabbi Newburge 


7 pm Kol Emanuel Choir Rehearsal 

7:30 pm Membership Committee Meeting 

14 


6 pm Men’s Study w/ Rabbi David 

7 pm Adult Confirmation Class — 

Temple Beth Sholom visit 

7:30 pm Ritual Committee Meeting 

13 


7th Grade Ronald McDonald 

Breakfast (out of building) 

9 am Kindergarten Family Ed. Class 

9 am Finance Committee Meeting 

9:30 am Men’s Club Brunch 

26 

9:15 am Tot Shabbat Breakfast & 

Service 



BAR MITZVAH — Asher Price 

8:30 pm Up & Comers Wiffleball & 

Mini-Golf Event (out of building) 

25 

6 pm Mini-Minyan Pot Luck Dinner & 

Service 

8 pm Shabbat Evening Musical 

Torah Service 

24 



7 pm Sisterhood/Something Crafty 



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9 am PS June in January 



Hedva 


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12 pm Post-B’nai Mitzvah Class w/ 

Rabbi David 




7 pm Kol Emanuel Rehearsal 

7 pm TEFTY Tuesday Night Program 

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MLK Day — Building closed 

NO PS 

20 

MLK Weekend — No RS 

9 am StarLight Foundation Meeting 

31 






30 




Hedva 


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28 

9:30 am Tu B’Shevat PS Seder 3s & 

4s 

6 pm Men’s Study Group w/ Rabbi 

David 

7:30 pm Board Meeting 

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9 am Wrap with the Rabbi & Cantor 

9 am Budget Committee Meeting 

10:30 am “Planning Today for Your 

Family’s Tomorrow” program with 

Phil Godorov 

5 pm Prime Timers Happy Hour w/ 

Murray Savar 

CLIP & SAVE

1101 Springdale Rd Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 

856-489-0029 

February 2013 

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 

2 



BAT MITZVAH — 

Rachel Rozenfeld 

Adult Ed,./Family Life Havdalah 

Service at the home of Rabbi 

Newburge 

1 

7 pm Tot Shabbat 

7:30 pm 2nd Grade Shabbat Family 

Service w/ Shirei HaYeladim & 

Birthday Blessing 

7:30 pm Alternative Shabbat Service 

9 


9:30 am Mini-Minyan Breakfast & Service 


6 pm Up & Comers Pot Luck Dinner 

(adults/kids) 

7 pm TEFTY Babysitting 

7 pm Up & Comers Sex Therapist 

Presentation 

8 

6 pm Come As You Are Shabbat 

8 pm Shabbat Evening Service & 

Critical Issues Speaker on Hunger 

7 





6 




Hedva 


5 


David 





7 pm Sisterhood Casserole Cooking 

4 

7 pm Sisterhood Mind, Body & 

Spirit Event 

7 pm Social Action Committee 

Meeting 

7:30 pm Executive Board 

Meeting 

3 

9 am Adult Confirmation Class 

16 

NFTY Convention 



15 


6 pm Tot Shabbat Pot Luck Dinner & 

Service 


Anniversary Blessing 

14 






7:30 pm Sisterhood Board Meeting 

13 

PS Jumpin’ Gymanee 3s & 4s 



Hedva 


12 







7 pm Finding North film for HS students; 

Open to congregation. 

7 pm TEFTY Tuesday Night Program 

11 

6 pm Men’s Study w/ Rabbi David 

7 pm Adult Confirmation Class — 

Platt visit 

7:30 pm Ritual Committee Meeting 

10 

9 am 2nd Grade Family Ed. Class 

9:30 am Men’s Club Brunch 

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Erev Purim 


10 am Just For You Special Needs 

Purim Service 


7 pm Purim Celebration 

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PS Purim Extravaganza 

7 pm Wine & Cheese Reception 


Kol Emanuel Choir 

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7 pm Sisterhood Bingo 



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12 pm Henry Raich Senior Group 

Brown Bag Lunch 


Hedva 


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David 




7 pm Kol Emanuel Rehearsal 

7:30 pm Membership Committee Meeting 

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PRESIDENTS DAY 

BUILDING CLOSED 

NO PS 

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PRESIDENTS DAY WEEKEND 

BUILDING CLOSED 

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Hedva 


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6 pm Men’s Study Group w/ Rabbi 

David 

7:30 pm Board Meeting 

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PURIM 

10:30 am Purim Shpiel 

12 pm Purim Carnival 

3 pm Men’s Club Poker Tournament

Tot Shabbat 

Our 30 minute service filled with joyful music and dance for 

children up to five years old and their family! 

2012-2013 Dates 

Fridays 

1/4, 2/1, 

3/1, 4/5, 5/3, 6/7 

7 pm - Tot Shabbat Service* 

Fridays 

1/18, 2/15, 

3/15, 4/19, 5/17, 6/21 

6 pm - Pot Luck Dinner 

7 pm - Tot Shabbat Service* 

*Each Friday Tot Shabbat Service is 

followed by a snack and craft project. 

Saturdays 

1/26, 3/9, 4/27, 6/1 

9:15 am - Continental Breakfast & Activities 

10 am - Tot Shabbat Service 

Mark Your Calendar 

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mini minyan 

at temple emanuel 

A new, interactive worship experience for children in grades K - 3. 

�� Are your kids too old for Tot Shabbat? 

�� Not old enough for bar/ bat mitzvah training? 

You are in luck... 

This Service is just for you! 

2012 - 2013 Dates 

Fridays 

1/25, 5/24 

6 pm - Pot Luck Dinner 

6:45 pm - mini minyan Service 

Saturdays 

2/9, 3/23, 4/20 

9:30 am - Continental Breakfast 

10:15 am - mini minyan Service 

RSVP Roberta at 

roberta@templeemanuel.org or (856)-489-0029 x 168

Generous Contributions 

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Generous Contributions 

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Affinity Program 

Fundraiser for 

Temple Emanuel 

Shop Temple Emanuel! 

Ways of Giving 

HOW IT WORKS 

�� At TD Bank, the growth of non-profit groups and organizations is important. Their 

success enriches the communities in which we live and work. 

�� The Affinity Membership Program offers an easy way to raise money for Temple 

Emanuel. 

�� The more members who bank with TD, the more money Temple Emanuel can earn. 

There are no costs involved. In fact, it actually pays for you to belong! 

�� TD Bank will make an annual contribution to Temple Emanuel based on the average 

balance of your account. 

In 2011-2012, we received about $7900. 

For more information contact Hollace Friedman at (856) 489-0029 x 18 

The Giving Tree for Social Action 

In Memory of: 

Butterfly 

Donor: 

Lynn Romm Romm Family 

Leaf 

In Memory of: Donor: 

Hiram & Gertrude Gross Romm Family 

Morris & Raye Romm Romm Family 

For information about purchasing butterflies or leaves contact Holly Friedman at 

(856) 489-0029 x 118 or holly@templeemanuel.org 

http://templeemanuelorg.judaicabeautiful.com 

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Scrip News 

Support Sisterhood Fundraising Efforts 

BUY SCRIP 

Sisterhood SCRIP/Gift Card Fundraiser 

Make your Holiday gift shopping EASY this year. 

Temple Emanuel Sisterhood sells gift cards to most 

major supermarkets, retail stores and restaurants! 

Questions-Email Paula Levine 

at palevine79@hotmail.com. 

Go online and see for yourself what's available-check 

out the web site: shopwithscrip.com

Support our Advertisers 

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For advertising information in 

The Light contact 

Holly Friedman at 

(856) 489-0029 x 118 

or holly@templeemanuel.org


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