Temple Emanuel Program Book 2017-2018

Temple Emanuel is a diverse, welcoming, Reform
synagogue dedicated to spirituality, Jewish education
and social responsibility.
Our Core Values
Connection Diversity Spirituality
Jewish Education Social Responsibility Community Inclusion
Vision Statement
Temple Emanuel will be a leader in South Jersey and Reform Judaism as a vibrant, thriving
and engaging congregation. We will continue to honor our heritage by providing a place that
nurtures a cohesive community and fosters our relationship with God, Torah and Israel. Our
collective commitment will ensure that we pass along a Temple Emanuel home, relevant to
our future generations, with the same love, devotion and faith that our past generations did
for all of us.
We will continue to strengthen our congregation by providing an ongoing invitation to those
seeking a home for their Jewish journey and help them to express their Jewish identity.
Each person entering our space is an integral part of the Temple Emanuel fabric. We are
proud to say that however someone defines family they will find a Jewish connection at
Temple Emanuel.
Membership Engagement
Third Wednesday each Month
The purpose of the Membership Committee is to
develop creative ways to address new member
acquisition, new and current member engagement,
and member retention.
Education
Second Wednesday each Month
The purpose of the Education Committee is to
vision and create educational and programming
opportunities for our youth.
House
Fourth Wednesday each Month
The purpose of the House Committee is to deal with
facility issues with respect to the Temple’s buildings
and plant.
Join a committee...
Finance
Second Tuesday each Month
The purpose of the Finance Committee is to work in
partnership with the staff members and the Executive
Board to prepare the following year’s budget for
presentation to the Executive Board and Board of
Trustees and approval at the annual Congregational
Meeting.
Social Action
First Monday each Month
The purpose of the Social Action Committee is to help
those in our community in need. See more on page 18.
Ritual
Third Monday each Month
The purpose of the Ritual Committee is to work
closely with Temple Emanuel Clergy team to create
meaningful services and holiday programming.

I’m fascinated by the way life seems to fit the pieces together. Now that
my youngest has graduated from high school, I am completely immersed
in all things “college life”. It had me thinking about my own high school
and college experiences.
What does that have to do with Temple Emanuel, you ask?
Well, think back to your own high school or college experiences and all the
clichés that came with it. Harken back to the mantra of “you get out what
you put in”.
I’ve been a member of Temple Emanuel for twenty-five years and I have
been involved for twenty-five of them. We have always had so much to
offer all of our congregants, I’ve found it hard to believe that someone
would approach me to say they are not making a connection at TE.
#feelslikehome
There is always something happening at Temple Emanuel, and this program
book is filled with all the excitement. Whatever you are seeking: spirituality, knowledge, friendships,
inner peace, people you have something in common with, or if you prefer to expand your horizons,
people you have nothing in common with, ways to repair the community or ways to repair the world,
I encourage you to read through this entire book and find it at Temple Emanuel.
I look forward to seeing you soon!
Jessica Manelis, President
jessica@templeemanuel.org
There is a Midrash that teaches: When all is said and done, you will not be
compared to Abraham, or Moses, or Esther; you will be compared to the
you that you might have been. As Oscar Wilde once said, “Be yourself
...everyone else is already taken.” It is an important message for all of us,
every single one of us, in every season, but particularly at this time, as the
year starts up and the school year gets going. There is just so much to do
and so little time.
Welcome to Temple Emanuel!
Are you courageously making space for the priorities that are real?
Is there prayer, or art, or music, or Torah?
The class you’ve been meaning to take. The project you’ve been meaning
to start. Is there Tzedakah, or laughing with your son, or reading with your
granddaughter?
To put it in another way: In a world that can be relentlessly hard, are you
making space for your Neshamah, your soul?
What makes Temple Emanuel great is that we value every person and cherish every soul.
Let it be known that Temple Emanuel, a No Place For Hate Synagogue, celebrates you for who you are,
your unique voice and style, your doubts and uncertainties, the distinct and sacred spark that is yours
and yours alone.
Temple Emanuel is a special place, where your precious soul matters, is respected and safe. More than
ever, we need one another for strength and connection.
As you peruse this guide to Temple Emanuel, describing a myriad of available opportunities, vow to
claim the possibility of a greater synagogue connection in your own life.
techerryhill
@techerryhill www.templeemanuel.org
Rabbi Jerry David
jdavid@templeemanuel.org
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Clergy Team
Professional Staff, Board & Group Contacts
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Rabbi Jerome P. David Rabbi Gidon B. Isaacs Cantor Neil M. Schnitzer
SENIOR RABBI ASSISTANT RABBI CANTOR
jdavid@templeemanuel.org gisaacs@templeemanuel.org cantorneil@templeemanuel.org
Professional Staff
Marc Rothstein, Executive Director 856.857.6368 marc@templeemanuel.org
Rachel Thomas, Director of Congregational Engagement 856.857.6369 rachel@templeemanuel.org
Dr. Rena Alpert, Director of Education 856.857.6374 rena@templeemanuel.org
Tracey Perchick, Director of Childhood Education 856.857.6379 tperchick@templeemanuel.org
Yana List, Director of Youth Engagement 856.857.6377 yana@templeemanuel.org
Laura Padersky, B’nai Mitzvah Coordinator 856.857.6373 laura@templeemanuel.org
Jeanie Wood, Education Assistant 856.857.6376 jeanie@templeemanuel.org
Roberta Budman, Executive Assist/Events Coordinator 856.857.6380 roberta@templeemanuel.org
Holly Friedman, Accountant 856.857.6372 hfriedman@templeemanuel.org
Margery Ross, Linguistics Coordinator 856.857.6367 margiered1@aol.com
Executive Board & Board of Trustees
Jessica K. Manelis, President
David Chasen, Ad Hoc
Pia Eisenberg, Ad Hoc
Mike Firstenberg, VP Ritual
Mark Friedenthal, VP Membership
Jordan Goldberg, VP House
Robin Rubin, VP Social Action
Jack Sattin, VP Finance
Julie Schwartz,VP Education
Sallie Brown, Secretary
Madeline Flanagan Jenn Gilman
Raechel Hammer Beth Hurwitz
Lee Hymerling
Irene Kauffman
Jaret Lyons
Katie Malitsky
Rob Mintz
Jim Nixon
Ed Rivkin
Ruth Scott
Bev Volpe
Julie Weitzman
Michael Schorr (Past President)
Affiliate Groups
Henry Raich Senior Group: Eliane Strip, eliane@stripfamily.net
Sisterhood: Lauren Waite, smileyctrs@comcast.net
Men’s Club: Sam Dutkin, mensclubprez@templeemanuel.org
TEFTY(Temple Emanuel Federation of Temple Youth): Tianna Ginsberg
Prime Timers: Contact Rachel Thomas for more information
Baby Boomers: Paula Levine, Palevine56@hotmail.com
Up & Comers: Julie Schwartz , jsaschwartz@comcast.net

Selichot: September 16, 2017
Sat, Sept 16 7:00 pm Selichot Program
Rosh Hashanah: September 20-21, 2017
Wed, Sept 20 8:00 pm Erev RH Service
Thur, Sept 21 8:45 am Early RH Service
Thur, Sept 21 12:15 pm Late RH Service
Thur, Sept 21 3:30 pm Family Service
Thur, Sept 21 3:30 pm Tot Shabbat
Thur, Sept 21 4:45 pm Tashlich
Fri, Sept 22 10:00 am Second Day RH Service
Fri, Sept 22 2:00 pm Just For You Service
Sukkot: Oct 4-11, 2017
Thur, Oct 5 10:00 am Sukkot Service
Thur, Oct 5 6:00 pm Tots in the Sukkah
Sun, Oct 8 5:00 pm Scotch & Steak in the Sukkah
Mon, Oct 9 7:00 pm Israeli Dancing in the Sukkah
Wed, Oct 11 7:00 am Yizkor
High Holy Days at Temple Emanuel
Yom Kippur: September 29-30, 2017
Fri, Sept 29 8:00 pm Kol Nidre Service
Sat, Sept 30 8:45 am Early YK Service
Sat, Sept 30 12:15 pm Late YK Service
Sat, Sept 30 3:00 pm Family Service
Sat, Sept 30 3:00 pm Tot Shabbat
Sat, Sept 30 3:00 pm Study Session
Sat, Sept 30 4:00 pm Afternoon Service
Sat, Sept 30 4:45 pm Yizkor, Nehilah
& Havdalah
Jewish Holidays @ TE: Shabbat & Programming
Simchat Torah: October 11-12, 2017
Fri, Oct 13 7:30 pm Simchat Torah Service &
Consecration
Hanukkah: December 12-20, 2017
Sun, Dec 3 7:00 am-1:00 pm Hanukkah Bazaar
Thur, Dec 14 7:00 pm Sisterhood Hanukkah Party
Fri, Dec 15 6:00 pm Hanukkah Celebration
Purim: February 28-March 1, 2018
Tues, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 4 Shalach Manot
Wed, Feb 28 7:00 pm Megillah Reading
Fri, Mar 2 7:30 pm Topsy Turvy Shabbat
Sat, Mar 3 7:00 pm Adult Purim Party
Sun, Mar 4 9:00 am Purimshpiel & Carnival
Sun, Mar 4 2:00 pm Just For You Service in
Support for Special Needs
Pesach(Passover): March 30-April 6, 2018
Mon, Mar 19 5:30 pm Her Seder
Wed, Mar 28 6:00 pm Men’s Club Seder
Sat, Mar 31 6:00 pm Community Second
Night Seder
Thur, Apr 5 7:00 pm Yizkor
Sat, Apr 7 1:00 pm Just For You Service in
Support for Special Needs
Yom HaShoah: April 11-12, 2018
Sun, Apr 8 - Sun, Apr 15
Rabbi David leads Community Mission to
Auschwitz/March of the Living
Wed, Apr 11 7:00 pm 2018 Community Yom
HaShoah Observance & Program
Shavuot: May 19-20, 2018
Sat, May 19 9:30 am Tot Shabbat
Sun, May 20 10:00 am Confirmation &
Shavuot Service
Celebrate the Holidays at Temple Emanuel!
techerryhill
@techerryhill www.templeemanuel.org
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Celebrate Shabbat at Temple Emanuel!
Tot Shabbat (0-5 years)
This lively and interactive service geared to young families is held in the chapel,
typically twice a month at 6:00 pm. Please join us after the service for a Family
Potluck Dinner. We encourage families with young children to attend, sing, dance
and share Shabbat together. Tot Shabbat is open to the community - don’t forget
to invite your friends!
2017-2018 Tot Shabbat Dates
July 21, 2017
August 11, 2017
September 8, 2017
October 27, 2017
September 21, 2017
3:00 pm
Rosh Hashanah
November 10, 2017
December 8, 2017
December 22, 2017
January 12, 2018
January 26, 2018
Mini Minyan (Kindergarten-2 Grade)
The Mini-Minyan Service, specifically designed for those kids in Kindergarten through 2nd
Grade, is on the third Friday of the month at 6:00 pm followed by a Potluck Shabbat Dinner.
October 20, 2017
November 17, 2017
Congregational Dinner, Family Service & Birthday Blessings - First Fridays
We offer Birthday Blessings each month on the first Friday night at Shabbat Service.
**NEW THIS YEAR** Starting in October through May, we invite all members to attend
Congregational Shabbat Dinner at 6:15 pm and stay for our family-friendly Shabbat service
at 7:30 pm.
Alternative Service - First Fridays
On the first Friday of each month when there is a Family Service, we offer an Alternative Adult
Service in the chapel at 7:30 pm. This service is for those who are looking for a more
adult-oriented worship experience to attend this service officiated by one of our clergy.
Anniversary Blessings - Third Fridays
We offer Anniversary Blessings each month on the
third Friday night at Shabbat Service.
February 9, 2018
February 23, 2018
March 9, 2018
March 23, 2018
April 13, 2018
2017-2018 Special Tot Programming
September 30, 2017 October 5, 2017
3:00 pm
6:00 pm
Yom Kippur Dinner in the Sukkah
2017-2018 Mini Minyan Dates
January 19, 2018
February 16, 2018
March 16, 2018
April 20, 2018
April 27, 2018
May 11, 2018
June 6, 2018
June 22, 2018
May 19, 2018
9:30 am
Shavuot Program
May 18, 2018
June 15, 2018
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Temple Emanuel’s Just for You Worship Services in
Support of Special Needs were the first of their kind
in this area. “Just for You” is a musical, interactive,
inclusive experience, created for children and adults
with various needs and abilities. This ‘No Shush!’
service invites our community to embrace the values
of tolerance and acceptance. Expression of spirits will
not be ‘shushed’ in this caring, inviting atmosphere.
Several times a year, our clergy and extended Temple Emanuel family share prayer,
celebration, traditions, snacks, and crafts. Prayers and activities mostly follow an established
format that becomes familiar and easy to anticipate.
“Just for You” services are sign-language interpreted, ear-plugs are available, and a quiet,
‘safe room’ is always accessible. Healthy, gluten-free, nut-free snacks are always included.
Just for You Worship Services in Support of Special Needs celebrate Jewish traditions and
values in an inclusive, heart-warming environment.
We invite you to join us! Find out if this service is Just for You!
These events are free and open to the entire community (members and non-members).
2017 – 2018 Service & Celebration Dates
Friday, September 22 @ 2:00 pm – 2nd Day Rosh Hashanah
Saturday, October 7 @ 1:00 pm - Fall Festival Service in the Sukkah
Saturday, December 16 @ 1:00 pm - Hanukkah
Sunday March 4 @ 2:00 pm - Purim
Saturday, April 7 @ 1:00 pm - Passover
Just for You Worship Services in Support of Special Needs
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@techerryhill www.templeemanuel.org
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Our primary goal is to meet the diverse needs of each child by paying close attention to his/
her developmental level, interests and strengths. Children are given numerous opportunities
to gain mastery in many areas at their own pace. Our school environment is rich, varied,
dynamic and fluid, in order to support the ever changing and developing needs of each child.
Another important goal of the Pre-School is to assist each child in developing a sense of self,
love of learning and a strong Jewish identity. Our Judaic program focuses on ritual, values,
customs and holiday celebrations. We are committed to respecting and validating the
cultural and religious background of all children and families.
Parents are our partners in the education of our students. Ongoing channels of
communication are provided and encouraged. Our school recognizes the importance of
building strong relationships among parents, staff and children. Staff development and
parent involvement contribute to the overall success of our program.
Our spacious classrooms lend themselves to the attainment of our goals. Our school,
classrooms and minds are always focused on what is best for our children.
The Pre-School at Temple Emanuel
The Pre-School at Temple Emanuel welcomes all to attend and does not
discriminate regarding race, creed or religion. We cherish all children.
Pre-School Calendar Infomation for 2017-2018
September
4 NO SCHOOL Labor Day
5 First Day of School including Early Care, Lunch Bunch & Later Care
11 Back to School Night: ALL CLASSES - A night for families to learn about the excitement ahead.
20 Erev Rosh Hashannah 1/2 Day - 11:45 Dismissal for All; NO PM PROGRAMS
21 Rosh Hashannah NO SCHOOL
22 Rosh Hashannah NO SCHOOL
29 Ever Yom Kippur 1/2 Day - 11:45 Dismissal for All: NO PM PROGRAMS
October
5 Sukkot NO SCHOOL
6 Shmini Atzeret NO SCHOOL
November
1 Carton Day – A room filled with boxes where imagination becomes the guide.
9 Mandatory Staff In-Service NO SCHOOL
10 NJEA - NO SCHOOL
21 Thanksgiving Program 10:30 am Students prepare snacks and songs to be shared.
22 11:45 Dismissal for AL; NO PM PROGRAMS Thanksgiving Break
23 Thanksgiving Break NO SCHOOL
24 Thanksgiving Break NO SCHOOL
December
13 Hanukkah Happening - A multi-step holiday program that teaches the holiday of Hanukkah.
25-29 Winter Break NO SCHOOL
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January
1 Winter Break NO SCHOOL
10 June in January – A mid-winter reprieve from the cold – children wear swimsuits and bring towels.
11 Pre-School Movie Night- A family movie & dinner event with a twist.
15 Martin Luther King Day NO SCHOOL
23 Parent-Teacher Conferences
24 Tu B’Shevat Seder – A celebration of the “feast of fruits”.
February
7 Someone Special Breakfast – Children invite a loved-one for a morning of fun.
14 Jumpin’ Gymanee – A fundraiser for heart health.
19 President’s Day NO SCHOOL
28 School Photos
March
1 School Photos
2 Purim Extravaganza- Shabbat is filled with all of the Purim characters.
28 Passover Program – An experiential version of the Story of Passover
30 Passover Break NO SCHOOL
April
2-6 Passover Break NO SCHOOL
18 Yom Ha Atzmaut Program – The children take a “trip to Israel.”
20 Art Show Premier Night – A dessert reception to open the annual art show of our students work.
23-27 Annual Pre-School Art Show
30 JDRF Walkathon – A “fun”draising walk around school.
May
2 Lag B’Omer Program – A morning of outdoor events celebrating the holiday of Lag B’Omer.
6 Pre-School Prom - Our biggest fundraiser and family event of the year.
28 Memorial Day NO SCHOOL
June
7 Move Up Day – Our Pre-K class performs for their families with a brunch to follow.
8 Last Day of School - 11:45 Dismissal for ALL; NO PM PROGRAMS
11-15 Mini-Break Week 1 – A fun activity program to keep children busy between school & camp.
18-22 Mini-Break Week 2 - A fun activity program to keep children busy between school & camp.
25 Kamp Kayeetz Begins
The Pre-School at Temple Emanuel
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@techerryhill www.templeemanuel.org
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Our strength as well as the main goal of our Religious School Program here at Temple
Emanuel is to foster a lifelong love of learning. We strive to instill respect of our Jewish
heritage and to prepare our students to carry on the traditions of our ancestors. L’Dor V’Dor
– from generation to generation- is the most wonderful gift that we can give our children.
We pride ourselves on providing our students with a strong foundation of Jewish values and
identity in addition to an exciting variety of programs to help them learn and grow within
our faith. Our curriculum has a variety of components – Hebrew, Torah, Israel and Jewish
life. We appreciate that one of our major responsibilities is to raise our children to respect the
significance of important rituals and lifecycle events. We begin with an age appropriate
overview of the basics and build upon that foundation from year to year.
The Religious School at Temple Emanuel
Within our program, we have created an environment where all are welcome, all are safe and
all are encouraged to learn together in a supportive environment where they can develop
relationships and participate in creating their own Jewish identity.
We believe in encouraging…
• A commitment and connection to our Jewish community in Israel
• The traditions of a Jewish home
• A strong connection to synagogue life
• The active participation in mitzvot and tikun olam throughout the year
Religious School Calendar Information for 2017-2018
September
10 Back to School Sunday 9:00 am - 11:00 am
10 Mandatory Staff Professional Development @ 11:00 am
12-13 1st Day of Tuesday, Tuesday Evening & Wednesday Class
17 2nd Grade Family Ed
19-20 NO SCHOOL Rosh Hashanah
21-22 High Holy Day Enrichment Programs K-3, Babysitting will be available with prior registration
24 4th Grade Family Ed/Siddur Presentation 9:00 am; 7th Grade trip to Liberty Museum
25 High Holy Day Enrichment Programs K-3, Babysitting will be available with prior registration
October
1 3rd Grade Family Ed/Gift of Israel Program Presentation
6-7 Mini Shabbaton - “Sleep in the Sukkah” 4th & 5th Graders
13 Kindergarten & New Member Consecration Dinner @ 6:15 pm; Services to follow
15 Tile Workshop Program 11am co-sponsored with Up and Comers
15 Parent Workshop - Tourette’s Program
20 1st Mini-Minyan - Grandparents 6:00 pm
20 “Shul in the Pool” - 6th Grade Program at Coco Cay
22 Blessing of the Pets
28-29 Night @ the Jewish History Museum - 8th Grade sleepover
29 First Grade Family Ed
November
4 Learners Service 10:30 am, 5th & 6th Grade Families attend services in preparation for B’nai Mitzvah
7-12 NO SCHOOL
17 Mini Minyan 6:00 pm
19 5th Grade Trip to University of Pennsylvania Archaeological Museum 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
21-26 NO SCHOOL
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December
1 5th Grade Shabbat
3 Hanukkah Bazzar – Sisterhood Program
10 JRA Packing – help pack food for needy Jewish families in the area
24-31 NO SCHOOL
January
2-3 NO SCHOOL
6 Learners Service 6:30 pm, Havdalah
7 Kindergarten Family Ed
14 NO SCHOOL
19 Mini Minyan 6:00 pm
21 6th Grade Family Ed - Yad Workshop
27 Learners Service 10:30 am
28 4th Grade Tu B’Shevat Seder
February
2 6th Grade Shabbat
10 Learners Service 6:30 pm, Havdalah
11 5th Grade Family Ed
16 Mini Minyan - 2nd Grade Honoring 6:00 pm
18 NO SCHOOL
23-26 9th Grade L’Taken Weekend in Washington DC
March
2 3rd Grade Shabbat
4 Purim Schpiel/Carnival
10 Learners Service 10:30 am
16 Mini Minyan - 1st Grade Honoring 6:00 pm
25 Passover Seders /Programs
27-28 NO SCHOOL
April
1-8 NO SCHOOL
15 6th Grade Trip to Jewish Museum 9:00 am
20 Mini Minyan - Kindergarten Honoring 6:00 pm
21 Learners Service 10:30 am
22 4th Grade Family Ed
May
4 4th Grade Shabbat & Shabbat Morim
6 Last Day of Sunday School
7 ELITE Graduation
8-9 Last Day of Tuesday & Wednesday Programming
18 Mini Minyan 6:00 pm
19 Confirmation Dinner 10th Grade
20 Confirmation Service 10th Grade
The Religious School at Temple Emanuel
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@techerryhill www.templeemanuel.org
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Youth Engagement: Club Noar, Club Chaverim, EJY & TEFTY
Club Noar (Kindergarten - 2nd Grade)
Club Noar serves as an introduction to youth groups for
our students in Kindergarten through 2nd Grade. In Club
Noar, participants build relationships with other Jewish
children in a fun, social and supportive environment. Club
Noar encourages our youngest members to be involved in
their congregation by connecting them with friends. Club
Noar is a wonderful first step in forming a lifelong Jewish
identity and making lifelong friends.
Club Noar offers varied programs throughout the year, including occasional joint programing
with Club Chaverim, our 3rd- to 5th-grade youth group. Through these structured interactions
with Club Chaverim, youth in Club Noar have the opportunity to expand their social circle and
meet the youths who will be with them throughout their time at Temple Emanuel.
Club Chaverim (3rd - 5th Grade)
Building on the foundation of Club Noar, Club Chaverim offers a youth-group experience for
3rd to 5th Graders. This group offers age-appropriate events and activities for participants to
grow their Jewish identity and strengthen their connection to friends and the Temple Emanuel
community in a fun, social and supportive environment. Club Chaverim meets our kids where
they are in terms of their social, emotional, psychological and academic development. We provide
a safe Jewish setting for identity formation and exploration.
In addition to our Sunday programs at Temple Emanuel and trips outside of the building, Club
Chaverim offers four Parent’s Night Out programs on Saturday nights where children enjoy a fun
series of programs at Temple Emanuel while parents are able to have an evening to themselves.
Through offering diverse programs, Club Chaverim reaches a varied group of children and helps
to expand the social circles of our youth.
Fifth graders from Club Chaverim are given the opportunity to attend programs at EJY (our 6th
to 8th Grade youth group) in May to preview their new youth group and make new friends in
advance of becoming full EJY members in August.
EJY (6th - 8th Grade)
Emanuel Junior Youth, or EJY (pronounced “edgy”), offers an opportunity for 6th to 8th Graders
to have fun and explore their Judaism in a thoughtful environment. EJY focuses on providing
a safe and connected atmosphere during the middle-school years when our children deal with
many social, physical, psychological and academic changes. EJY allows our youths to work
through these challenges in a supportive and safe Jewish
setting.
Youth empowerment and cultivating the next generation
of leaders is a key component to our youth programs.
Leaders of TEFTY (our 9th to 12th Grade youth group)
are always present at EJY programs to assist in running
the event, building connections between the groups, and
serving as positive Jewish role models. EJY members
also have the opportunity to directly give feedback on
programs and shape the calendar for the upcoming year
by serving on the EJY Steering Committee.
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TEFTY (9th - 12th Grade)
TEFTY (Temple Emanuel Federation of Temple
Youth) is our award-winning youth group for
grades 9 through 12. TEFTY is a strong, active
branch of the Temple Emanuel community.
Our teens support the synagogue, their
community, their world, and Israel.
TEFTY offers wide-ranging programs that
include social, social justice, and spiritual
opportunities. TEFTY enriches the lives of all
teens who participate in the myriad of events,
projects, services and programs. Awareness
and commitment form the foundation for
our future leaders. Through TEFTY, teens are
connected to an international network of other
Jewish teens affiliated with NFTY, the North
American Federation of Temple Youth. Our
local NFTY region, NFTY-PAR, (Pennsylvania
Area Region) offers annual conventions where
teens from across Pennsylvania, South Jersey
and North Delaware come together for social,
social justice, and leadership development
programs.
Contact Yana List
at yana@templeemanuel.org
or 856.857.6377
for more information on how
to become involved!
NFTY-PAR Regional
Calendar 2017-2018/5778
September 9, 2017
Leadership Training Institute (LTI)
(Congregation Beth Or, Maple Glen, PA)
November 17-19, 2017
Fall Kallah (Camp Harlam, PA)
December 1-3, 2017
JYK: Junior Youth Kallah (Camp Harlam, PA)
December 6-10, 2017
URJ Biennial (Boston, MA)
January 12-14, 2018
WINSTY Social Action Weekend (TBD)
February 16-19, 2018
Veida (TBD)
March 17, 2018
Elections (TBD)
March 23-25, 2018
NBOB: New Board/Old Board Meeting (TBD)
April 13-15, 2018
Spring Kallah (Camp Harlam, PA)
May 11-13, 2018
Haggigah/Maccabiah (Camp Harlam, PA)
Kol Emanuel, the “Voice of Emanuel,” is our temple’s adult choir, under the direction
of Julia Zavadsky, who holds a master’s of music degree in choral conducting from Temple
University. Kol Emanuel has developed significantly in recent years, and is now recognized
as one of the premier synagogue choirs in South Jersey. The choir sings at various Friday
evening services and High Holy Day
services.
Kol Emanuel has performed at Jewish
choral festivals, Israel Independence
Day community concerts, Holocaust
Remembrance Day events, and South
Jersey Community-Wide Jewish Culture
Shuk.
Youth Engagement Kol Emanuel
Kol Emanuel rehearses on Monday
evenings throughout the year, and
welcomes all who love to sing.
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Baby Boomers Up & Comers
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Temple Emanuel’s Up and Comers is a group of individuals, couples and families in their
20s, 30s and 40s who want to further connect and become more engaged within the Temple
Emanuel family. Through social action, tzedakah, social opportunities and religious education
we will foster new friendships and bonds with our fellow congregants while bridging the gap
from Pre-school to religious school, allowing us to grow together.
2017-2018 Upcoming Events
Family Events
TBA Date Family Event
TBA Date Family Event
Adult Events
September 16, 2017-Scavenger Hunt
February 3, 2018- Game Night
The Baby Boomers is a cohort group of Temple Emanuel . Members were born between
1945 and 1965. We get together to celebrate holidays with the Temple Emanuel Family,
along with doing secular and religious activities together. These events have included
concerts, mini golf, bowling, game nights, attending and supporting activities through the
JCC, Mitzvah projects, and bimonthly book groups. We celebrate Hanukkah and Sukkot, with
each other as well. This was the first year we had a Baby Boomer Shabbat and it was very well
attended! We are a welcoming and warm Temple group. If you have questions, or want your
name added to the list, email Paula Levine at palevine56@hotmail.com
Upcoming Events
July: Parlor Meeting with Rabbi Isaacs
August: Annual Bowling & Pizza Night,
Book Group
September: Selichot Dinner & Program
October: Afternoon in the Sukkah, Book
Group
November: JCC Arts Books and Culture
Festival
December: Hanukkah Book Group &
Potluck
February: Dessert Book Group Evening
We will support the the Federation’s “The Forum - an evening of Education and Inspiration.“
In the spring we will attend The JCC’s Jewish Movie Festival with a dinner prior at Short Hills Deli.

The Prime Timers are couples and singles who are in between Temple Emanuel’s Up &
Comers and Seniors groups. Not only do they plan group-wide events such as monthly
lunches, but members can suggest and organize outings for whoever is interested.
Prime Timers activities are open to all TE members. Besides the lunches on the third Thursday
of each month, the group plans outings for area performances, and exhibits – often with
lunches or dinners – as they become available.
Contact Rachel at rachel@templeemanuel.org
for more information.
2017-2018 Upcoming Monthly Lunch
July 20, 2017
August 17, 2017
October 9, 2017
November 16, 2017
December 21, 2017
January 18, 2018
February 15, 2018
March 15, 2018
April 19, 2018
May 17, 2018
The Henry Raich Senior Group welcomes all to join in its activities and programs.
Meetings are held monthly from September through June. Just bring your own brown bag
lunch; we provide dessert and beverages; then enjoy friendly socializing before the program
begins. We always have an interesting speaker. All these add up to a very special afternoon.
We begin the 2017-18 year on Wednesday, September 13: Kevin Riordan, the Philadelphia
Inquirer’s columnist specializing in local issues and human-interest stories, whose column is
published three times weekly, will be the speaker for our opening program.
On Wednesday, October 18, Kelly Beauchamp, a long time experienced United States Secret
Service agent, will tell us about the Secret Service responsibilities and duties.
Watch for announcement of meetings found in The Light and mailed flyers. So, mark your
calendars and come and join us!
2017-2018 Upcoming Henry Raich Senior Group Events
September 13, 2017 - Brown Bag Lunch
October 18, 2017 - Brown Bag Lunch
October 27, 2017 - Senior Shabbat
November 15, 2017 - Brown Bag Lunch
December 20, 2017 - Brown Bag Lunch
January 17, 2018 - Brown Bag Lunch
February 21, 2018 - Brown Bag Lunch
March 21, 2018 - Brown Bag Lunch
April 18, 2018 - Brown Bag Lunch
May 16, 2018 - Brown Bag Lunch
Prime Timers The Henry Raich Senior Group
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Men’s Club
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2017 – 2018 MEN’S CLUB
PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
September 24: Men’s Club Annual Kick-Off Meeting
and Sukkah Building – 9:15 am
Think last year’s Kick-Off Meeting was fun? Wait ‘til you see this year’s! Join us for this event in the Social Hall
starting at 9:15 am. The program is FREE to all men of the Temple and will feature an overview of the
programming we have lined up for this season. Come enjoy a complimentary brunch and stay for the
entertainment, raffle prizes, giveaways, and other surprises! After our brunch, join your fellow Men’s Club
members and help us build the Sukkah!
October 8: Scotch & Steak in the Sukkah – 5:00 pm
Join us for our 4th Annual Scotch & Steak in the Sukkah! Come enjoy succulent steak and savory scotch in the
sukkah while schmoozing with your friends. Not to worry, if you aren’t into steak or scotch, we will have salmon
and chicken as well as other spirits and beverages available.
October 29: Men’s Health & Wellness Challenge – 9:15 am
Nothing is as important as maintaining good health, both physical and mental. Be there as we kick off our Men’s
Health & Wellness Challenge, where you will enjoy a great brunch, have the chance to hear from and engage
with several speakers on this topic, and find out how you can participate in our year-long challenge!
December 10: Jewish Relief Agency (JRA) Speaker and Volunteer Program – 9:15 am
Come learn about the Jewish Relief Agency’s mission to help Southern NJ families through their monthly food
distribution program. Our group will assist the JRA with packing boxes of food and then delivering the food to
those members of our community in need. What a Mitzvah!
January 7: Roy Kardon - “The Happitude of Gratitude” – 9:15 am
We will be joined by author Roy Kardon as we enjoy brunch and he discusses his book, “The Happitude of
Gratitude”. Roy coined a new word to express his philosophy: Happitude: happiness that automatically comes
from being genuinely grateful. Let him share his philosophy and inspire you to find Happitude in your life.
February 11: Brunch and Program with Cantor Neil – 9:15 am
You never know what he has in store for us! Join us as we welcome TE’s own Cantor Neil to our Men’s Club
brunch…more details to follow!
February 25: Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament – 4:00 pm
This event is a favorite that is sure to provide a few hours of comradery, laughter, and friendly competition. Will
you be our next Poker Champion? This is fun for anyone…from the novice to the expert.
March 11: Sports Trivia Throwdown and Brunch – 9:15 am
Much like last year’s Music Madness Trivia program, we will be bringing back the amazing talents of Men’s Club
Member David Horowitz, as he hosts what is sure to be another great event! This year’s program will be sports
trivia, spanning all eras and sports genres.
March 28: Annual Men’s Club Seder – 6:00 pm
What’s better than matzah ball soup and gefilte fish…sharing them with your Men’s Club brothers. Our Men’s
Club Seder is a great time to take a break from your busy week to come together for the Passover holiday. Come
enjoy some delicious food along with a special Seder specifically designed for men and the things that are
important to us.
April 13-15: Men’s Club Annual Retreat
This action-packed weekend features more than just fun and games. There is a real spiritual connection amongst
the men who attend every year and the only thing missing has been you. Please make sure to circle this weekend
on your calendar and join us in Atlantic City for the highlight of our Men’s Club year!
April 29: Brunch and Program with Rabbi Issacs – 9:15 am
Get to know our new Rabbi more as he joins us for an informative and interesting program. Further details to
follow, so mark your calendars for brunch with Rabbi Issacs!
June 15th: Annual Men’s Club BBQ & Shabbat – 6:00 pm
Enjoy some hotdogs, hamburgers and Hebrew! Join us for our final event of the season, which includes a great
BBQ followed by our participatory Men’s Club Shabbat service.
For more information contact Sam Dutkin at mensclubprez@templeemanue.org

Temple Emanuel Sisterhood is an active and engaged group of Jewish women of all ages and stages of
life and a vibrant and integral part of Temple Emanuel. Through social, spiritual, philanthropic and
educational programs members have the ability to develop meaningful relationships with other Jewish
women. As a Sisterhood community we rely on the support, involvement and volunteerism of our
members to continue the success of the Sisterhood organization. Though fundraising and Tikkun Olam
efforts, Sisterhood supports our entire congregation, focusing on religious school education and hunger
relief for families within TE. Sisterhood addresses the needs of our community; locally, nationally, and
internationally. Through our affiliation with the Women of Reform Judaism, Sisterhood provides its
members with a national and worldwide connection to Jewish women.
Lauren Waite, Sisterhood President, smileyctrs@comcast.net
July 13: Summer Sizzler
Reconnect with your sisters at this midsummer social
gathering.
August 6: National Museum of Am Jewish History
Enjoy a guided, private tour.
September 12: Sisterhood Trekkers
A walking group for all levels.
2017 – 2018 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
September 17: Sisterhood Member Brunch
Our yearly kick-off event for Sisterhood members will
feature “The Word Mavens” – two award winning
authors and comedians, coming to us all the way from
the Main Line.
January 9: Kugel Cook Off
How does your kugel compare to bubbes? All varieties
will be judged in the first ever Temple Emanuel Kugel
Cook Off!
February 1: Designer Bag Bingo
Annual BINGO night with beautiful designer
handbags and exciting raffle baskets.
February 17: Passover Wine Tasting
Wine tasting with local expert Stacy Blacker.
February 27-March 4: Shalach Manot Pick Up
Fulfill a Mitzvah of Purim by purchasing Shalach
Manot bags for your fellow congregants.
Sisterhood
October 1 : Sisterhood Trekkers
TE Sisterhood joins with our Jewish community for the
Holocaust Remembrance Walk.
October 9 : Sukkot Event
Learn Israeli dancing and enjoy the beautiful congregational
Sukkah under the stars.
October 29: Lecture & Discussion: Midwives & Mothers
Our very own Sheila Cosminsky, author of “Midwives
and Mothers: The Medicalization of Childbirth on a
Guatemalan Plantation” will discuss this insightful and
thought-provoking book.
November 30: Wise Mind Creations
Create a sense of community through art, mindfulness,
wellness and creativity.
December 3: Hanukkah Bazaar
Shop for all your Hanukkah and holiday gifts. Stop
by the Spinning Dreidel Café for latkes, bagels and
more. The Maccabi Mart is available for your children
to purchase gifts during religious school.
December 14: Hanukkah Party
One of our best attended events of the year! Latkes,
laughter and gift exchange.
March 9-11: Sisterhood Retreat
A meaningful weekend of spirituality and friendship
in Princeton, NJ.
March 19: Her Seder
Women of all ages join together as we explore
Passover through a feminine perspective and the
role women played in the Exodus story.
April TBD: Mikvah Tour
All you ever wanted to know about the Mikvah
but were afraid to ask.
April 30: Sisterhood Trekkers
A walking group for all levels.
May 11: Sisterhood Shabbat
Welcome Shabbat as we install our new
Sisterhood board members.
May 22: Movie Night
PMS – popcorn, movie and sundaes here at TE.
Movie title to be announced.
June 12: Closing Event
Our highly anticipated year-end social event.
** Casserole Cooking 2nd Monday of each month (no cooking May and August)
** Book Club dates and titles to be announced
** Sisterhood Board Meetings (All members welcome to attend) 3rd Tuesday of each month 7:30 pm
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Social Action TE Celebrate Israel at 70
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There are many ways to get involved with the Social Action at Temple Emanuel. You can volunteer
for one hour, one day, or you can get involved in an ongoing project. Please find what makes your
heart smile. For more information contact Robin Rubin, Vice President of Social Action 609-685-1819
Cathedral Kitchen
Holiday Gift Drive and Wrapping Night
Help set up and serve meals in Camden, NJ. July 26, Sunday December 3 at 6:00 pm
August 23, September 27, October 25, November 22, We “adopt” families, children, & seniors in need of
December 27, January 24, March 28, April 25, May 23, some extra special love and holiday cheer throughout
June 27.
the region. Gift donation information will be posted and
distributed at the Temple starting in early November.
School Supplies Collection
August & September: Collect school supplies for
students in the Dudley School in Camden and in our
own neighborhoods.
High Holy Day Food Drive
Bags are distributed on Rosh Hashanah and we ask
congregants to bring them back filled with food or gift
certificates on Yom Kippur. A truck in the parking lot
that will collect the donations and they will be taken to
be taken to a local food pantry.
High Holy Day Dollar Drive
We will be collecting $1 per person on Yom Kippur to
benefit a community program. This past year, we
donated to Temple families in need, Project Sarah, and
Lotem in Israel.
Thanksgiving Food Drive and Sorting
Sunday, November 19, 2017
Join us for an annual TE tradition of providing families
with a complete Thanksgiving meal for the holiday.
All food that is collected from our TE families will be
bagged for pickup by many local agencies to provide for
those in need.
Christmas Day Project
Monday, December 25, 2017
We will be serving meals in Camden on Christmas day
for those in need.
Community Mitzvah Day
Monday, January 15, 2018
Join us for a day filled with mitzvot, in honor of Martin
Luther King, Jr. starting off at the kickoff ceremony at
Temple Emanuel. Info will be available starting in
October on ways to get involved.
Passover Food Drive
We will be collecting Passover food items during the
months of March and April to benefit local food banks.
Yom Hashoah Holocaust Memorial Cleanup
Sunday April 8, 2018 9:30 am
Every year our congregants gather together to clean up
and plant beautiful flowers at the Holocaust Memorial
in Cooper River Park. ALL AGES are welcome.
Women Of The Wall
Please help us support Women Of The Wall
in Israel by purchasing WOW Hamsah Sculptures, and
WOW Tallit.

Contributing to Temple Emanuel
Our Temple funds provide a beautiful way in which you may remember someone special and,
at the same time, help to maintain several worthwhile synagogue projects. Acknowledgment of
your contribution is made in our monthly newsletter, The Light. The family of the deceased, or the
individual being honored, is notified by the Temple of your generosity. So many of our families find
that in times of joy, as in times of sorrow, this is an appropriate means of sharing with others.
Religious School/Education
Ahavat Limud Fund
Established by Sisterhood to support special
programming and activities in the religious school
Dorman-Raich Senior Fund
Enhances senior education programming
Janice Israel Youth Fund
Enhances educational and recreational opportunities
for youth
Preschool Fund
Purchases equipment, educational toys & funds
special programming
Rabbi David Education Fund
Enhances religious school education
Tzedakah/Chesed
Caring Community Fund
Provides support, food, and transportation to
congregants experiencing difficult times
Rabbi Good Works Funds
At the discretion of the rabbi, funds are distributed
to worthy charitable & cultural activities & to those
who may need assistance.
Rabbi Geri Newburge Social Action Fund
Supports worthy charitable activities within the
community.
Scholarship
E. Soslow Endowment Fund
Supports scholar in residence programs and
scholarship for a graduating senior each year
Muss and Feinerman Chesed
Enables our children to attend a Jewish camp or
other youth programs.
Special Needs
Geraldine Garbeil Resource Room Fund
Assists children with different learning styles in our
religious school
Kleiman/Gottlieb Special Needs Fund
Supports special needs education and programming
Liheyot Fund
Supports an accessible environment within the
temple and to provide for those with special needs
& disabilities
Purchases/Enhancements
Jeffrey Halper Memorial Fund
Established by Carole and Art Halper in memory
of their beloved son, to support building needs for
children
Ruth B Wolf Archive Fund
Enables the temple to protect our history for future
generations
Tefillah Fund
Enables the purchasing for enhancements to our
prayer services
Weinberg Outdoor Chapel Fund
Provides support for the creation and maintenance
of the Weinberg Outdoor Chapel
Music
Frisch-Trautenberg Choir Fund
Supports the temple choir and other musical
programs at the temple
Other
StarLight Foundation
Helps build an endowment to support Temple
Emanuel’s educational & cultural activities
You can make a donation online at templeemanuel.org
or by reaching out to Holly Friedman
at hfriedman@templeemanuel.org or 856.857.6380

Jerome P. David
Senior Rabbi
Gidon B. Isaacs
Assistant Rabbi
Neil M. Schnitzer
Cantor
Jessica K. Manelis
President
Marc L. Rothstein
Executive Director Change Services Requested July 2017
Rachel Thomas
Director of Congregational Engagement
Dr. Rena Alpert
Director of Education
Tracey M. Perchick
Director of Early Childhood Education
Yana List
Director of Youth Engagement
1101 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
www.templeemanuel.org 856.489.0029