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WEEKLY BULLETIN<br />
27 / 28 May 2011 — 24 Iyar 5771<br />
<strong>Bamidbar</strong><br />
Torah: Numbers 1:1 - 4:20 Etz Chayim Chumash: p. 769<br />
Haftarah: Hosea 2:1 - <strong>22</strong> Etz Chayim Chumash: p. 786<br />
Mazal Tov<br />
Noah Evans<br />
on becoming Bar Mitzvah<br />
and<br />
Adam & Gaelle Marks<br />
on the naming of their daughter<br />
Lila Romy Marks<br />
Welcome to the <strong>Emanuel</strong> community.<br />
If you are a new member or visiting our congregation<br />
please introduce yourself to us after services.
Weekly Bulletin<br />
Directory<br />
7 Ocean St, Woollahra NSW 2025<br />
Phone: 9328-7833, Fax: 9327-8715<br />
E-mail: info@emanuel.org.au<br />
Website: www.emanuel.org.au<br />
Services<br />
Erev Shabbat (Friday night):<br />
6.00pm Combined Progressive & Masorti<br />
(Main Sanctuary) ft Ilan Kidron<br />
Shabbat (Saturday morning):<br />
9.00am Masorti (Neuweg)<br />
10.00am Progressive (Main Sanctuary)<br />
10.00am Renewal (Education Centre)<br />
next: 11 June 2011<br />
Morning Minyan:<br />
6.45am Monday & Thursday mornings<br />
Yelladim (Saturday morning):<br />
10.00am - 11.45am (children ages 4-9)<br />
President Laurence Adelman<br />
Director of Education Sandy Hollis<br />
Director of Music Andrea Catzel<br />
Director of Pastoral Care Shimon Magil<br />
Community Shlicha Anat Baruch<br />
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Rabbi Jeffrey B. Kamins<br />
jbkamins@emanuel.org.au<br />
Rabbi Jacqueline Ninio<br />
jninio@emanuel.org.au<br />
Rabbi Paul Jacobson<br />
pjacobson@emanuel.org.au<br />
Rabbi Dr Orna Triguboff<br />
orna@neshamalife.org
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This Shabbat we begin the book of <strong>Bamidbar</strong> which opens with Moses taking a census<br />
of the people of Israel. When we think of a census we often consider it to be a<br />
dehumanising act reducing those counted to a number, a statistic, one of the same<br />
amongst many. But traditional commentators, looking at this parasha, have interpreted<br />
the census in exactly the opposite way. First they note the unusual wording with which<br />
the act of counting is described. The word used for the counting literally means “lifting<br />
the head.” They suggest that when the Israelites were counted each one raised their<br />
head and looked the one counting, in the eye. Thus each person was seen, a<br />
connection was made, their individuality was acknowledged. Rather than a mass of<br />
humanity, eyes downcast, looking the same, the Israelites looked up, proudly ready to<br />
be counted amongst their people. At the beginning of the book of Numbers you can<br />
almost feel the euphoria and sense of community amongst the people. They are about<br />
to travel on a short journey to reach the Promised Land, to begin to build their future,<br />
basking in their new found freedom and relishing the responsibilities which accompany<br />
it. Here, the counting is a way to show that each of them is a part of this new<br />
endeavour, that each one is committed to the vision of the future presented by Moses<br />
and God.<br />
Later in the parasha we read about the configuration of the Israelite camp. All the tribes<br />
encamped around the tabernacle facing inwards to a central point, to the place where<br />
the words of God were kept. The square shape protected the community as well as<br />
their most precious commodity; it reminded them always to keep its words and<br />
teachings in its midst, to strive towards their fulfilment. But the structure also served a<br />
second purpose, not only did it remind them to keep God’s laws as sacred but also the<br />
configuration meant that everyone always looked out for the other. Their eyes were<br />
ever turned inwards, looking from one to the other, seeing where help was needed,<br />
knowing what was really going on. There was privacy, the Talmud tells us that each<br />
family pitched their tent so they could not see into the tent of the other, but they were a<br />
community, looking out for each other, helping and assisting when needed. It was<br />
during the desert wanderings, moving in this configuration that the Israelites became a<br />
nation. They formed themselves into something more than a rabble of freed slaves<br />
without a purpose. They had a new purpose, looking out for one another, being there,<br />
being a community.<br />
<strong>Bamidbar</strong> teaches us how to be a true community, how to behave towards one another<br />
and what we need to do in order to become holy. To become a strong whole we must<br />
value the unique and special qualities which are within every person. We must see<br />
beyond the numbers and look one another in the eye. Make connections. We can only<br />
do that when we have our tents facing one another, when we see when our neighbour<br />
is hurting and then do something to help, when we can reach out to offer a hand<br />
without waiting to be asked, when we notice what is happening for one another and<br />
support and care for those around us. That is what a community is and that is what a<br />
community does for one another. I hope that all of us can be that for one another, that<br />
we can continue to create welcoming, warm, loving environments for each other and<br />
for those we encounter in our lives.<br />
Shabbat Shalom<br />
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Weekly Bulletin<br />
CONTINUING EDUCATION<br />
MONDAY<br />
10:00am — 11:30am<br />
6:00pm — 7:15pm<br />
7:15pm — 9:00pm<br />
TUESDAY<br />
11:00am — 12:00pm<br />
(Alternate Tuesdays)<br />
4:00pm — 6:00pm<br />
4:00pm — 5:30pm<br />
WEDNESDAY<br />
7:30pm — 8:45pm<br />
THURSDAY<br />
8:00am — 9:00am<br />
4:00pm — 6:00pm<br />
4:00pm — 5:30pm<br />
6:30pm — 7:30pm<br />
6:30pm — 7:30pm<br />
7:30pm — 9:00pm<br />
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All courses are free or at discounted<br />
rates for members<br />
Our Jewish Story: Our Land, Our People Boardroom<br />
Discussion group for senior members of the congregation with<br />
Rabbi Kamins on the connection of the Jewish People with the<br />
land of Israel, through study of our text and traditions.<br />
Our Jewish Story: Boardroom<br />
An in depth conversation of the great 18 th century work of Rabbi<br />
Moshe Luzzato, The Way of God, is an exploration of our most<br />
basic beliefs regarding the existence of God and purpose in<br />
creation and how Judaism flows from these concepts. No<br />
previous knowledge of Torah or Hebrew is required.<br />
Community Choir Hall<br />
A joyful group who come together to sing for services, festivals<br />
and social events. Come and join us!<br />
Mid Week Study Group (Montefiore Home, Woollahra)<br />
Discussion of current events, Israel and matters of interest<br />
affecting us and our world.<br />
Beit Midrash <strong>Emanuel</strong><br />
Years K-6. A creative, relevant and social learning environment<br />
for all children.<br />
Bar/Bat Mitzvah class<br />
Year 7. Bar and Bat Mitzvah preparation classes.<br />
Kabbalah Meditation Neuweg<br />
With Sue Beecher<br />
Kabbalah Meditation Neuweg<br />
With Sue Beecher<br />
Beit Midrash <strong>Emanuel</strong><br />
Years K-6. A creative, relevant and social learning environment<br />
for all children.<br />
Bar/Bat Mitzvah class<br />
Year 7. Bar and Bat Mitzvah preparation classes.<br />
Beginner’s Hebrew Hall<br />
By the end of this course you will be able to read any Hebrew<br />
text.<br />
Siddur Hebrew Education Centre<br />
Become confident with your Hebrew and follow the synagogue<br />
service.<br />
Basic Jewish Concepts Education Centre<br />
This week 2 June, The Omer & Shavuot: Jews, the People of the<br />
Book.
SPECIAL EVENTS<br />
Yom<br />
Yerushalayim<br />
Music,<br />
Meditation and<br />
Kabbalah<br />
Special Guest:<br />
Naomi Chazan<br />
Network Dinner<br />
Shavuot<br />
REGULAR PROGRAMS<br />
OUR SHABBAT<br />
TABLE<br />
JEWISH<br />
RENEWAL<br />
ROSH<br />
CHODESH<br />
THE ART OF<br />
VEGETARIAN<br />
COOKING<br />
NETZER<br />
YELLADIM<br />
SHABBAT TOT<br />
MY PLAY SPACE<br />
Weekly Bulletin<br />
Wednesday 1 June, 7:30pm <strong>Emanuel</strong> <strong>Synagogue</strong> Hall<br />
See back cover for details.<br />
Thursday 2 June, 7:00pm - 9:00pm Neuweg<br />
Ido Kahn and Orna Triguboff, a chance to relax and be uplifted. Beginners welcome.<br />
RSVP to orna@neshamalife.org.<br />
Saturday 11 June, 12:30pm Boardroom<br />
An opportunity not to be missed, Naomi Chazan on Turning The Tide: Awakening<br />
Israel to the Dangers of Democracy.<br />
Friday 17 June, 6:00pm (following services)<br />
Judaism & the Search for Me-ning: Does My Individual Identity Really Matter?<br />
Network and <strong>Emanuel</strong> <strong>Synagogue</strong> invite you to a special Shabbat dinner, featuring<br />
an engaging and lively discussion led by Rabbi Jacobson.<br />
Cost $30 – book at a www.network.org.au. Subsidies available for students and<br />
youth movement leaders, call 9697 9242 for more information.<br />
Tuesday 7 June<br />
6:00pm: Shavuot First Night Service and Baby Blessing<br />
7:00pm - midnight or beyond: Tikkun Leil Shavuot: Our Festival of Dangerous Ideas<br />
7:00pm - 10:00pm: Festival of Fun<br />
Wednesday 8 June<br />
9:00am - noon: Shavuot First Day Service<br />
10:00am: Shavuot Children’s Service<br />
6:00pm: Shavuot Second Night Service<br />
Thursday 9 June<br />
9:00am - noon: Shavuot Second Day Service<br />
Our final Pot Luck Shabbat Dinner will be held on Friday 3 June, just bring along a<br />
vegetarian dish (no desserts) and drink of choice to share and join us for Shabbat.<br />
After 3 June, keep an eye out for our monthly Communal Shabbat Dinners, we’d<br />
love to see you there.<br />
A service with singing, discussion, meditation and musical instruments. Education<br />
Centre. Next Shabbat services (10am - 12pm), 11 June.<br />
Women’s Rosh Chodesh group meets to celebrate the new month. The next<br />
meeting will be on 2 June at 8:00pm. Please call the office for the location.<br />
Come and learn the art of (kosher) vegetarian cooking, Thursday 2 June at<br />
7:30pm. Learn great recipes and share a nice meal and glass of wine afterwards.<br />
$10 donation would be appreciated. RSVP preferred, please email<br />
info@emanuel.org.au.<br />
Netzer invites everyone from years 3-12 to our fun & engaging Sunday meetings &<br />
outings. For further information please contact Bella on 0435 037 280<br />
or sydney@netzer.org.au or you can explore our website www.netzer.org.au.<br />
An opportunity for children ages 4 - 9 to come to synagogue on a Shabbat morning<br />
to learn, express their spirituality and at the same time have fun with peers while<br />
their parents enjoy one of our services.<br />
The next Shabbat celebration for our youngest members, aged between 2-5 years<br />
will take place on Friday 3 June at 5:00pm.<br />
A playgroup for children 0-3 yrs and their parents Friday mornings during school<br />
terms, 9:30 - 11:30am. Prayers and singing around 10:45am, craft activity at<br />
11:00am in the synagogue hall. Gold coin donation for members, $5 nonmembers.<br />
Term 2: 6 May - 1 July 2011.<br />
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Weekly Bulletin<br />
In Memory<br />
Shiva: There are mourners in our community to whom we extend our<br />
sincerest sympathies on the death of their loved ones:<br />
CLARE KOVACS<br />
Shloshim: We are in the period of Shloshim for:<br />
BERNARD GOLDMAN, LOUIS DON (England), MAGDA SCHWARZ,<br />
IRENA GARDA, TEOTIE BRUINS, ELLIE GAFENOWITZ, JOSHUA GERBER,<br />
SHARON LAIN, JANICE GRIFFITHS, HARRY BRAUN<br />
Yahrzeit: This week we observe the Yahrzeits of:<br />
HARRY ARENSON father-in-law Mrs Bess Arenson<br />
“ grandfather Ms Belinda Levy<br />
CYRIL ASHER father Mrs Denyse Bernstein<br />
HYMAN BLACK father Mrs Edna Viner<br />
BERTHA BURNSTEIN mother Mrs Adele Bear<br />
HYMAN REUBEN CAPLAN father Mrs Lilian Finniston<br />
GEORGE CLARKE (CZEIZLER) husband Mrs Vera Clarke<br />
* ALICE COHEN<br />
SUSAN COHEN wife Dr Graeme Cohen<br />
GARY DAVEY father Mr Leslie Davey<br />
BRIAN ALFRED DAVIS father Mrs Karen Pizem<br />
JOYCE FELLER mother Dr John Feller<br />
NORMAN FOUX father Mr. Melvyn Foux<br />
THEO FRIEDMAN grandfather Ms Gina Gammell<br />
* HARRY FULOP husband Mrs Erika Fulop<br />
EVA GELB mother Mr George Gelb<br />
* SIDNEY GOLDBERG<br />
SIMON GOLDING father Mr Michael Golding<br />
FELICIA GRYF mother Mrs Giza Fletcher<br />
SOLANGE HAKIM mother Dr Claude Hakim<br />
* ANNIE HART<br />
FRANK HELLER brother Mrs Ruth Bender<br />
* ESTY HERZ<br />
PETER HIDI father Ms Marianne Hidi<br />
EDWARD ASHLEY JACKSON AM father Mr Gordon Jackson<br />
“ husband Mrs Cynthia Jackson AM<br />
“ father Mrs Geraldine Palmer<br />
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RAILEA JAYSON sister Mrs Ruth Catts<br />
ROY SAMUEL JOSEPH husband Mrs Annette Joseph<br />
* KAETHE, HEINZ, JULIUS FISCHEL<br />
MOYSEY KLETSKY father Mr Ilia Kletski<br />
CARL KORN husband Mrs Jean Korn<br />
MATTHEW KREL husband Mrs Faina Krel<br />
* LILO KRISTIAN<br />
BERTA LIPTON mother Mrs Erika Fulop<br />
SIDNEY LIPTON father Mrs Erika Fulop<br />
RAYMOND MORRIS husband Mrs Debora Morris<br />
* HELEN ELIZABETH MOSS mother Ms Primrose Moss<br />
JUDITH OCKRIM daughter Mrs Magda Gesztesi<br />
JUDITH OCKRIM wife Mr Milton Ockrim<br />
ARTHUR PERRY father Mrs Nellie Grinberg<br />
“ grandfather Dr Reg Grinberg<br />
SUZANNE REBER wife Mr Brook Reber<br />
* ELISE REINHEIMER<br />
LITZI SIMA mother Mr Alexander Sima<br />
WILLIAM BRUCE ROY SMITH husband Mrs Alice Smith<br />
ILANA STRUM mother Benjamin Strum<br />
“ daughter Dr John Strum<br />
“ daughter Ms Leah Werner<br />
CLARA & MICHEL URWAND mother & father Mrs Marcelle Urwand<br />
* JOHN WARS<br />
* HEDY WEISSMANN mother Mrs Ruth MacDonald<br />
“ grandmother Mr David MacDonald<br />
“ grandmother Ms Karin MacDonald<br />
ALEXANDER WEISZ father Mr Greg Weisz<br />
* Memorial Light<br />
Weekly Bulletin<br />
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