December 2017 January 2018 Light

techerryhill @techerryhill www.templeemanuel.org 

Rabbi Harold S. Kushner taught me… 

From the Rabbi’s Study 

by Jerome P. David, D. D. 

December 2017/January 2018 

Kislev/Tevet/Shevat 5778 

Hanukkah is more than remembering an ancient victory of the Maccabees over 

the Syrian Greeks; it is the Jewish response to the darkness of winter. It is our 

way of expressing our profound belief that God will not permit utter darkness 

to prevail. 

Those of us who are parents or grandparents know that we can’t talk small 

children out of their fear of the dark. However, we can show them that just a 

little bit of light, as in a night light; can chase away a room full of darkness. 

This is what we do at the Hanukkah season. We light our candles and the room 

is illuminated. One little candle creates a feeling of safety, warmth and 

well-being. 

There is a message in this for all of us. When the darkness of life seems more 

than we can bear, we need to be reminded that our burdens are powerless to 

withstand the smallest bit of illumination and hope. 

A true story of a teen who is feeling depressed, rejected and friendless… 

He convinced himself that he was unloved and unlovable. He was overwhelmed by life 

and felt that there were few options available to him. At school, he was sure that the other 

students were talking about him and making fun of him. Finally, he couldn’t take it anymore. 

He decided that at the end of classes that day, he would go home and take his life. 

He felt that he didn’t deserve to live. At lunch, in the school cafeteria a girl passed him a 

note written on a small slip of paper. “Hang in there, Dan (not his real name), we all know 

that you’re going through a tough time, and we’re rooting for you.” That note saved Dan’s 

life. It told him that someone thought he was worth caring about. 

As our world grows colder and darker during the winter months, we must do what Jews have been 

taught to do at this season. Light a candle in someone’s life and see how it makes the darkness less dark. 

A little bit of light is all that we need…but we need it so desperately.

Professional Letter from Temple Staff, Board Emanuel’s & Group President, Contacts Jessica Manelis 

Two years ago, immediate past president, Michael Schorr had a 

vision for our aging building. He, along with a very passionate 

committee initiated our Emunah campaign, and made it a 

reality. Fast forward to today, and a mere 10% of our 

congregation has donated just over one million dollars to what 

I affectionately call Phase 1: the complete renovation of our 

sanctuary and social hall. Have you seen it? It’s gorgeous! Our 

bimah is now totally accessible. The acoustics and lighting are 

improved. The seats are more comfortable and we have wheel 

chair accessible seating so families can sit together. 

It was a wonderful and heart-warming experience to attend the 

Just For You Service in Support of Special needs on the second 

day of Rosh Hashanah back in September. All those in 

attendance were able to sit on the bimah while our clergy led the 

service. Looking at their faces, it was obvious the ability to do 

this created a more meaningful experience for them. 

So, never one to back down from a challenge, either 

self-imposed or from someone else (as long as it has nothing to 

do with extremely high heights, eating something very spicy or 

bugs), I would love to begin Phase 2 of our renovations. There 

is more we would love to do to update our building. It might 

not be as sexy as a new sanctuary, but equally as important in 

creating a more welcoming space to all who enter. New 

entranceways, updated classrooms and lounge areas, and a 

personal worship space are all things I would love to see 

happen. But no worries, there aren’t going to be any phone 

calls, mass mailings or hard pushes to make a donation at any 

upcoming events. I’m just hoping you’ve been listening to the 

message I’ve been conveying and you want to keep the fabulous 

momentum we have built at TE going. 

If you haven’t had the opportunity to worship with us in our 

new sanctuary, I encourage you to do so at an upcoming 

Shabbat service, and plan to join us on 

Friday, December 15 as we dedicate our 

new sanctuary and celebrate Hanukkah. 

As always, I would love to hear from you 

(I’m a sucker for café mocha). 

Jessica Manelis 

TE President 

Jessica@templeemanuel.org 

In this edition: 

Shabbat..................................................4-5 

Our B’nai Mitzvah...............................6-7 

Ritual Committee....................................8 

Henry Raich Social Club........................8 

Membership Committee........................9 

Baby Boomers..........................................9 

Prime Timers............................................9 

Sisterhood..........................................10-11 

Men’s Club.............................................12 

Rabbi Isaacs............................................13 

PreSchool & Tot Programming...........14 

Religious School....................................15 

Social Action..........................................16 

Mindful Matters....................................17 

Calendar............................................18-20 

Emunah...................................................21 

Donations..........................................22-25 

Marc Rothstein.......................................26 

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Celebrate Shabbat at Temple Emanuel 

December 1 & 2| 14 Kislev 5778 | Parsha Vayishlach: Genesis 32:4-36:43 

Friday, 7:30 pm Shabbat Family Service: December Birthday Blessing 

Friday, 7:30 pm Alternative Shabbat Service 

Saturday, 9:00 am Torah Study 

Jacob prepares to meet Esau. He wrestles with a “man,” who changes Jacob’s name to Israel. Jacob and Esau meet 

and part peacefully, each going his separate way. Dinah is raped by Shechem, the son of Hamor the Hivite, who 

was chief of the country. Jacob’s sons Simeon and Levi take revenge by murdering all the males of Shechem, and 

Jacob’s other sons join them in plundering the city. Rachel dies giving birth to Benjamin and is buried in Ephrah, 

which is present-day Bethlehem. Isaac dies and is buried in Hebron. Jacob’s and Esau’s progeny are listed. 


December 8 & 9| 21 Heshvan 5778 | Parsha Vayeishev: Genesis 37:1-40:23 

Friday, 6:00 pm Tot Shabbat 

Friday, 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service 


Jacob is shown to favor his son Joseph, whom the other brothers resent. Joseph has dreams of grandeur. After 

Joseph’s brothers had gone to tend the flocks in Shechem, Jacob sends Joseph to report on them. The brothers decide 

against murdering Joseph but instead sell him into slavery. After he is shown Joseph’s coat of many colors, which 

had been dipped in the blood of a kid, Jacob is led to believe that Joseph has been killed by a beast. Tamar 

successively marries two of Judah’s sons, each of whom dies. Judah does not permit her levirate marriage to his 

youngest son. She deceives Judah into impregnating her. God is with Joseph in Egypt until the wife of his master, 

Potiphar, accuses him of rape, whereupon Joseph is imprisoned 

December 15 & 16| 28 Heshvan 5778 | Parsha Mikeitz: Genesis 41:1-44:17 

Friday, 6:00 pm Hanukkah Celebration & Dinner 

Friday, 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service: Anniversary Blessings with Kol Emanuel 


Saturday, 10:30 am shabbat shalOM 

Saturday, 1:00 pm Just For You Services for Special Needs 

Joseph interprets Pharaoh’s two dreams and predicts seven years of prosperity followed by seven years of famine. 

Pharaoh places Joseph in charge of food collection and distribution. Joseph marries Asenath, and they have two 

sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. When Joseph’s brothers come to Egypt to buy food during the famine, Joseph 

accuses them of spying. He holds Simeon hostage while the rest of the brothers return to Canaan to retrieve 

Benjamin for him. The brothers return to Egypt with Benjamin and for more food. Joseph continues the test, this 

time falsely accusing Benjamin of stealing and declaring that Benjamin must remain his slave. 

December 22 & 24| 5 Tevet 5778 | Parsha Vayigash: Genesis 44:18-47:27 



Judah pleads with Joseph to free Benjamin and offers himself as a replacement. Joseph reveals himself to his 

brothers and forgives them for selling him into slavery. Although the famine still rages, Pharaoh invites Joseph’s 

family to “live off the fat of the land.” Jacob learns that Joseph is still alive and, with God’s blessing, goes to Egypt. 

Pharaoh permits Joseph’s family to settle in Goshen. Pharaoh then meets with Jacob. With the famine increasing, 

Joseph designs a plan for the Egyptians to trade their livestock and land for food. The Israelites thrive in Egypt. 

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December 29 & 30| 12 Tevet 5778 | Parsha Va-yi’chi: Genesis 47:28-50:26 



Jacob blesses his grandchildren Ephraim and Manasseh. Jacob’s twelve sons gather around his deathbed, and each 

receives an evaluation and a prediction of his future. Joseph mourns his father’s death and has Jacob embalmed. 

Jacob is buried in Hebron in the cave of the field of the Machpelah in the land of Canaan. Joseph assures his 

concerned brothers that he has forgiven them and promises to care for them and their families. Just before he dies, 

Joseph tells his brothers that God will return them to the Land that God promised to the patriarchs. The Children 

of Israel promise Joseph that they will take his bones with them when they leave Egypt. 

January 5 & 6| 19 Tevet 5778 | Parsha Sh’mot: Exodus 1:1-6:1 

Friday, 7:30 pm Shabbat Family Service: January Birthday Blessings 


Saturday, 6:30 pm Lerner’s Service 

The new king of Egypt makes slaves of the Hebrews and orders their male children to be drowned in the Nile 

River. A Levite woman places her son, Moses, in a basket on the Nile, where he is found by the daughter of 

Pharaoh and raised in Pharaoh’s house. Moses flees to Midian after killing an Egyptian. Moses marries the priest 

of Midian’s daughter, Zipporah. They have a son named Gershom. God calls Moses from a burning bush and 

commissions him to free the Israelites from Egypt. Moses and Aaron request permission from Pharaoh for the 

Israelites to celebrate a festival in the wilderness. Pharaoh refuses and makes life even harder for the Israelites. 

January 12 & 13| 26 Tevet 5778 | Parsha Va-eira: Exodus 6:2-9:35 


Friday, 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service: MLK Celebation with Kol Emanuel & The Family Church 


Despite God’s message that they will be redeemed from slavery, the Israelites’ spirits remain crushed. God instructs 

Moses and Aaron to deliver the Israelites from the land of Egypt. The genealogy of Reuben, Simeon, Levi, 

and their descendants is recorded. Moses and Aaron perform a miracle with a snake and relate to Pharaoh God’s 

message to let the Israelites leave Egypt. The first seven plagues occur. God hardens Pharaoh’s heart, and Pharaoh 

rescinds each offer to let the Israelites go. 

January 19 & 20 | 4 Shevat 5778 | Parsha Bo: Exodus 10:1-13:16 

Friday, 6:00 pm Mini-Minyan: Environmental 

Friday, 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service: January Anniversary Blessings 


Saturday, 10:30 am shabbat shalOM 

God sends the plagues of locusts and darkness upon Egypt and forewarns Moses about the final plague, the death 

of every Egyptian firstborn. Pharaoh still does not let the Israelites leave Egypt. (God commands Moses and Aaron 

regarding the Passover festival. God enacts the final plague, striking down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt 

except those of the House of Israel. Pharaoh now allows the Israelites to leave. Speaking to Moses and Aaron, God 

repeats the commandments about Passover. 

January 26 & 27 | 11 Shevat 5778 | Parsha B’shalach: Exodus 13:17-17:16 




Saturday, 10:30 am Learner’s Service 

The Children of Israel escape across the Sea of Reeds from Pharaoh and his army, who drown when God drives 

back the sea. Moses and the Israelites sing a song praising Adonai. In the wilderness, God provides the grumbling 

Israelites with quails and manna. God instructs the Israelites to gather and prepare on the sixth day food needed 

for Shabbat. The people complain about the lack of water. Moses hits a rock with his rod and brings forth water. 


techerryhill 

@techerryhill www.templeemanuel.org 

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Our B’nai Mitzvah 

Paige Lomas, daughter Melanie & Ken Lomas - December 16, 2017 

Hello, my name is Paige Lomas. I am a 7th grader at Rosa International Middle School in Cherry Hill. 

As a Girl Scout, I enjoy doing service projects and attending overnight camps with other girl scouts. I 

also love to travel to new places and explore, like how my family is going to Italy after my bat 

mitzvah. Other hobbies I enjoy include singing, playing the piano, and acting at school plays, since I 

love to perform. For my bat mitzvah project, I did fundraising for Alex’s Lemonade Stand. I wanted 

to help raise money for childhood cancer research. I would like to say thank you to my mom and dad, 

Ken and Melanie Lomas, and my brother Jacob for supporting me throughout this process. Becoming 

an adult member of the Jewish community is such an honor, I’ve worked really hard on my torah 

portion and can’t wait to share this milestone with family and friends. 

Professional Our B’nai Mitzvah Staff, Board & Group Contacts 

Amanda Sinofsky, daughter Erica & Mark Sinofsky - January 6, 2018 

My name is Amanda Sinofsky and I am in 7th grade at DeMasi Middle School. 

I live in Marlton with my Mom, Dad, and sister Jenna. I have been dancing 

since I was 2 years old at Jazz Unlimited Dance Studio and this is my second 

year on their dance team. Since I love to dance so much, I decided to connect 

my mitzvah project to it. For my project, I partnered with an amazing 

organization called Traveling Tutus, Inc. With them, I collected new and 

gently used dancewear to donate to kids who want to dance but need financial 

support. I did this by setting up a donation box at my dance studio and I ended 

up receiving over 100 items, including dance shoes, costumes, leotards and 

tights. I am very excited to become a Bat Mitzvah and I would like to thank 

Rabbi David, Cantor Neil, and my family for helping me prepare for my 

special day. 

Jack Goldberg, son Kari & Jordan Goldberg - January 13, 2018 

Jack Goldberg will be 13 on December 7th. Jack is a 7th grade student at Beck 

Middle School. Jack enjoys hanging out with his friends, watching and making 

YouTube videos, flipping on the trampoline, acting and playing guitar. To Jack, 

becoming a Bar Mitzvah means becoming a Jewish adult and taking on the 

responsibility of learning and growing as a Jewish man and keeping Judaism a part 

of his life. Jack’s mitzvah project is working with the Jewish Family and Children’s 

services to help prepare, pack and deliver meals to the elderly for the holidays. Jack 

picked this organization because his grandfather, Leon Goldberg, was very involved 

with the food donations before he passed away 8 years ago and it is very important 

to our family. 

Not Pictured 

Kyle Handler, son of Rachel & Adam Handler - December 2, 2017 

Matthew Klosinski, son of Susan Klosinski - December 9, 2017 

Noah Shapiro, son Judy & Craig Shapiro - December 9, 2017 

Zachary Dinter, son of Kerry & Eric Dinter - January 13, 2018 

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Makayla Mogell, daughter of Tiffany & Victor Mogell - January 20, 2018 

Makayla attends Beck Middle School. She is a devoted student and 

is enjoying 7th grade. Makayla loves basketball and dance. She 

enjoys being a big sister to her brothers, David and Kyle. 

Makayla is excited to become a Bat Mitzvah and is looking 

forward to becoming an adult. She is excited to celebrate with her 

many friends and family. 

Makayla’s Mitzvah Project is raising funds and awareness for 

Type One Juvenile Diabetes. She attends camp with two close 

friends who are affected by this disease and has learned to help 

them moniter their sugar levels and assist them with their insulin 

injections. She participated in the JDRF walk this October and had 

her own team “Makayla’s Mitzvah”. Makayla proudly raised over 

$7700 with the help of her friends and family. 

Makayla will play basketball this winter with the Voorhees recreational league and currently dances at 

Jazz Unlimited. Her favorite activity is always hanging out with her friends. 

Makayla attends sleepaway camp at Camp Kweebec, she lives for those 7 weeks and loves every 

minute with her “sisters.” 


We are all very proud of Makayla for continuing her religious studies and are excited to see what the 

future holds. 

Victoria Adams, daughter of Debbie & Ron Adams - January 27, 2018 

Victoria is a seventh grader at Voorhees Middle School. She is an excellent 

student who puts forth effort in her academics. She was chosen as the student 

of the month in her PE class two times and was also one of the select few in 

her grade level to receive a character word of the month award. Victoria has 

been asked to be an assistant teacher in Morah Esther’s Sunday School class 

because she is such a dedicated and exemplary role model. 

Victoria is excited to become a Bat Mitzvah and celebrate her accomplishment 

with friends and family. She has showed tremendous perseverance in 

implementing her successful mitzvah project. She started a local charity to 

collect school supplies, which helped US Wiggins School in Camden. 

Victoria collected over $1000 by selling handmade crafts, accepting donations on her “You Caring” 

page, and sat outside of Walmart for over 12 accumulated hours asking for donations. Using her 

funds, she purchased 108 backpacks and stuffed them with all the school supplies any elementary 

student would ever need, including things such as crayons, markers, rulers, folders, spirals, pencil 

boxes, and highlighters. She also had enough money to help the school nurse stock her room with 

socks, underwear, and uniform shirts. Victoria was lucky enough to deliver all the items to Wiggins 

school directly, and even helped hand them out to those who were in need. Victoria’s passion and 

dedication toward this fundraiser was just a small example of the size of her heart. 

In Victoria’s free time, she enjoys playing soccer, basketball, singing, and acting. She loves spending 

time with her parents, younger siblings, Connor and Kylie, her dog, Bailey, and her friends. When 

people get to know Victoria, they say she is a kind and generous old soul. We are so proud of Victoria 

for the beautiful young lady she has become and look forward to guiding her on the path to 

adulthood. 

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Henry Raich Social Club Ritual Committee 

Ritual Traditions & Customs 

We all have heard about the traditions and customs that have become the “unwritten rules” of baseball. 

One might even call them rituals after they have been in place for so long. However, without someone 

to explain what they are, and why these rituals are in place, one might not be able to abide by these 

unwritten rules – leading to hurt feelings, embarrassment, and even conflict. The same is true here – we 

have a set of traditions and customs at Temple Emanuel that have become rituals. It is my hope to use 

this column over the next few months to explore a few of these traditions. 

I’m not talking about the traditions of religious caliber. If you are interested in a discussion on why 

some choose to wear a kippah, or why Kol Nidre is the only time we wear our tallit at night, these are 

great conversations. Stop me in the hall sometime (or better yet, drop by a Ritual Committee meeting) 

and we can chat. The Rabbis and Cantor also have some great insight into such questions. 

Rather, I hope to discuss some of the social norms that are the unwritten rules of Temple Emanuel. 

Sure, there is a danger associated with writing down unwritten rules, but I am willing to take that 

chance in the hope of bringing our community even closer to each other. 

I want to begin with where we sit in our newly renovated sanctuary. Temple Emanuel has never had 

assigned seats in any of the four sections – and we’re not going to start now. This is where the 

unwritten rules come in. On Friday evenings, it is customary for the B’nai Mitzvah family to sit up 

front. The Mitzvah leads several prayers in our service, so as a matter of logistics we should all want 

them close to our bimah. It also gives the proud parents, grandparents, siblings, and sometimes even 

extended family the opportunity to have a great view of the mitzvah. For this reason, the first three 

rows of seats in the middle two sections have been saved for the B’nai Mitzvah family. Of course, this 

has always been an unwritten rule – but you wouldn’t know that if no one ever told you. We don’t 

have a B’nai Mitzvah every week, and sometimes we have more than one in the same week. There’s 

several easy ways to know if these first three rows should be saved, or if there is no B’nai Mitzvah 

that week and anyone can sit there. First, check the email that comes out from Temple Emanuel every 

Thursday. That email will include the names of any Mitzvah families that week. You could always look 

in the calendar section of The Light, which I know everyone keeps on their coffee tables all month. Of 

course, the B’nai Mitzvah names will have a place of prominence in our weekly program that you will 

receive on your way into the sanctuary. If all else fails, as you enter the sanctuary, just look to your 

right. There is a sign that will let you know if there is a Mitzvah that week and who is celebrating. 

So there you have it – our first unwritten rule has been written. Over time, I hope to bring us all closer 

together with this information exploring our rituals and customs. If you have an idea for a topic, please 

reach out to me. Better still, come join us at our next Ritual Committee meeting on the third Monday 

of every month at 6:45pm. 

The Henry Raich Social Club 

Wednesday, December 20: Please be sure to join us , bring your brown bag lunch, and then enjoy 

Renee Robbins’ presentation on Samuel Yellin – Master Wrought Iron Craftsman. Renee will show 

his work and tell the story of this most heralded and celebrated Jewish immigrant whose work can be 

seen all over the United States, including Philadelphia, and whose clients included such prestigious 

names as Rockefeller, Vanderbilt and Morgan. 

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Wednesday, January 17: Our guest speaker will be Paula Mandel, a Philadelphia mixed-media 

artist who has worked with high school students on a special learning project using stained glass. 

This Stained Glass Project has won accolades for its meaningful purpose and success.

Temple Emanuel’s Membership Engagement Committee 

Once a month, a group of committed and passionate members of the Temple Emanuel community 

meet to discuss topics that range from Temple Emanuel congregant engagement, member retention, 

orientation for new members, and communications in our Temple. 

You may know our committee from the TE Homecoming in September, but we are much more. 

Temple Emanuel’s Ambassador Program is one of the new initiatives that we hope to launch in the 

very near future. This program is designed to help new members engage in TE life. As part of the 

Ambassador Program, we are looking to assign a first year buddy to each new family, based on shared 

interests. The first year buddy will introduce the new member/family to the various activities TE has 

to offer and will help the new member/family through challenges that a new member to any 

organization might face. Before we can launch the program, we will need volunteers that represent a 

cross-section of our congregation. You do not need to join the Membership Committee to be part of 

the Ambassador Program. 

We are always looking for volunteers to join the Membership Engagement Committee. The committee 

meets once a month, usually on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm in the TE Library. 

Our upcoming meetings are: December 20, April 18, January 17, May 16, February 21, June 20, & 

March 21. 

You have a voice. Your opinions are important. If you are motivated to help take Temple Emanuel into 

the future, the Membership Engagement Committee could be the ideal place for you. 

Please contact Ira Miller at ismiller@gmail.com for more information about the Membership 

Engagement Committee or about joining the TE Ambassador Program. We look forward to seeing you 

at our next meeting. 

Prime Timers 

Baby Boomer Shabbat 

March 16, 2018 

7:30 pm 

Here’s some information to chew on: The Prime Timers’ next Alphabet Antics Monthly Munchers 

gatherings will be “P” is for Pasta Vino, on White Horse Pike in Berlin on Thursday, Dec. 21, at 12:30 

pm and “Q” is for QDOBA, in the Ellisburg Shopping Center on Thursday, Jan.18, also at 12:30 pm. 

The Temple Emanuel group is noshing its way from “A” to “Z,” but also is looking for a member to 

plan the annual Chinese restaurant dinner in December, with location and time to come. 

Membership Committee Baby Boomers Prime Timers 

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Temple Emanuel Sisterhood 

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“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The 

more that you learn, the more places you’ll go” ~ Dr. Seuss 

One of the many things I have discovered as Sisterhood President is a world 

of internet resources and interesting websites. I would like to share some fun, 

interesting and educational websites with you and encourage you to subscribe 

to their newsletters or email blasts or like them on Facebook to stay current on 

the issues. Here are a few suggestions with brief descriptions: 

WOW (Women of the Wall) http://www.womenofthewall.org.il 

Their central mission is to attain social and legal recognition as a right, for 

women, to wear prayer shawls, pray, and read from the Torah, collectively 

and aloud, at the Western Wall. They work to further the mission through 

social advocacy, education and empowerment. 

WRJ (Women of Reform Judaism) http://wrj.org 

WRJ strengthens the voice of women worldwide and empowers them to create caring communities, 

nurture congregations, cultivate personal and spiritual growth, and advocate for and promote 

progressive Jewish values. 

WRJ Atlantic District (NJ, PA [except Erie], Wheeling and Morgantown, WV) http://wrj.org/atlantic 

Seeks to promote the mission of WRJ and support its projects, to bring the Sisterhoods of the District 

into closer cooperation and association with one another, to further their respective activities, to help 

Sisterhoods participate most effectively in the activities of Women of Reform Judaism, to serve as a 

liaison between local Sisterhoods and Women of Reform Judaism, and to assist in the organization of 

new Sisterhoods in the District. 

Jewniverse http://thejewniverse.com 

Features extraordinary, inspirational, forgotten, and just-plain-strange dispatches from Jewish 

culture, tradition, and history. 

Hey Alma www.heyalma.com 

Just launched, they aim to be a resource for millennial women 

navigating the often fun, sometimes tricky years of early 

adulthood. A forum for personal essays with wide-ranging 

topics, this website is a blend of secular and Jewish content, 

with the goal of addressing all aspects of a young women’s life, 

including careers, relationships and spirituality. 

“I don’t love studying. I hate studying. I like learning. 

Learning is beautiful” ~ Natalie Portman 

B’Shalom, Lauren Waite 

Temple Emanuel Sisterhood President 

smileyctrs@comcast.net 

As Sisterhood programs get into full swing, recognition and 

thanks goes out to the all the September event co-chairs; Jessica 

Chasen, Sheila Stern, Stacy Yulsman, Renee Siegel, Sallie Brown, 

Stephanie Welder, and all the committee members. A big Thank 

You to our November event chairs Polly Katz, Susan Witte, 

Ruth Scott, Debora Borenstein, and their awesome committee 

members. Our success is because of you – our enthusiastic 

volunteers. THANK YOU! 

Upcoming 

Sisterhood Dates 

Hanukkah Bazaar & Craft Fair 

December 3 

Casserole Cooking 


Hanukkah Party 


Casserole Cooking 

January 8 

Kugel Cook Off 

January 9 

Book Club 

January 21

Mah Jongg Cards for 2018 

As this year draws to a close, Mah Jongg players everywhere are wondering where they will purchase 

the new 2018 National Mah Jongg League card. Temple Emanuel Sisterhood is the answer this year. A 

player does not need to be a member of either Sisterhood or the Temple to buy a card through us. So 

if you play, know of someone who plays or are in a group game, consider purchasing the 2018 card 

through TE Sisterhood. Cards are the standard price, both regular and large sizes, and will be mailed 

to each person who provides an address on the order form. However one person can order for a group. 

Temple Emanuel Sisterhood 

You can find the Mah Jongg flyer on the Sisterhood Facebook page, on the Temple web-site events 

registration page, and at the Temple in the flyer holder as you enter the building near the religious 

school office. Fill in the information on the order form, add a check, and mail to or drop off at the 

Temple office. 

Questions or for 

additional information 

contact Sheila Stern 

at 856-829-1656 

or cinnastern@aol.com. 

And in advance, 

Sisterhood thanks you 

for your support. 

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Giftcard Program Men’s Club 

To the Men of Temple Emanuel, 

As we end the Fall season and begin the colder months of winter, 

Men’s Club has plenty going on to help keep you busy! On Sunday, 

December 10, the Men’s Club will be participating in the 

monthly Jewish Relief Agency (JRA) food distribution program. 

As in previous years, this is a wonderful opportunity to help give 

back to our community. On Sunday, January 7 we will have 

brunch and the unique opportunity to hear from author Roy 

Kardon, who wrote the book “The Happitude of Gratitude.” 

Kardon coined a new word to express his philosophy, “Happitude: 

happiness that automatically comes from being genuinely grateful.” 

Join us as Roy shares his philosophy and inspires each of us to find 

the Happitude in our lives. 

On behalf of the Men’s Club, I would like to wish each of you and 

your families a Happy Hanukkah, and hope that the Festival of 

Lights is filled with all of the warmth and joy of family, friends and 

peace in your lives. 

Please feel free to reach out to myself, or our Vice-President, Ken Romm 

(cdromm@comcast.net), with any questions. And, if you haven’t already, be 

sure to join our Temple Emanuel Men’s Club Facebook group to stay up to 

date on all of our latest happenings. 

Yours in Brotherhood, 

Sam Dutkin 

TE Men’s Club President 

609-792-9610 mensclubprez@templeemanuel.org 

Upcoming 

Men’s Club Dates 

Brunch with Cantor Neil 

February 11 

Men’s Club Poker Tournament 

February 25 

Sports Trivia Throwdown & 

Brunch 

March 11 

Men’s Club Seder 

March 28 

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At the very end of January we will celebrate Tu Bishevat. This holiday, 

whose Hebrew name simply means “The 15th of Shevat” marks the new 

year of the trees. In Israel, this is the time of year when, after months of 

winter rains, trees start to blossom. For us, here in South Jersey, it is 

during the dead of winter, it is a time to reflect on the powerful lessons 

we can learn from the natural world and especially from trees. There is a 

famous story from the Talmud about a holy man and miracle worker name 

Choni (as in “chutzpah” which Choni had, in spades!) which teaches one 

such lesson. It’s also a reminder that “Rip Van Winkle” originates in our 

tradition, as this story first appeared close to 2,000 years ago! 

One day, Choni was walking along the road on a hot summer day when he saw a certain man 

planting a carob tree. Choni said to him, “How long will it take for this tree to bear fruit?” 

The man said to him: “It will not produce fruit for another seventy years.” 

Choni said to him, “Do you truly think that you will live the seventy years in order to enjoy that 

tree’s fruit?” 

Rabbi Isaacs 

The man replied, “When I was born, this world was already full of carob trees planted by others. 

Just as my ancestors planted for me, I too am planting for my descendants.” Choni scoffed at the 

old man. He thought it foolish to waste such precious energy on a project he would never see 

come to fruition. 

Choni walked a bit more, sat down, and ate some bread. He grew tired and sleep overcame him. 

While he slept, a mound formed over him, and he disappeared from sight. He slept for seventy 

years and when he awoke, he saw an old man gathering carobs from that tree. Choni said to him, 

“Aren’t you the one who planted this tree?!” 

The man said to him, “I am the son of that man’s son.” Choni said to him, “I saw your 

grandfather planting this tree. I must have been asleep for seventy years!” Choni immediately 

understood the old man’s wisdom and he bemoaned his own shortsightedness. In that moment 

Choni swore to live out his days working to leave behind a legacy that would benefit future 

generations. 

This story helps us to see Tu Bishevat symbolically, to appreciate trees as the ultimate symbols of 

legacy. Trees are just like our good works: both can last far beyond our lifetime and both can 

improve the world for generations to come. As the story reminds us, we must be grateful for the 

blessings of the world we are born into. If we are, we will never lose sight of what it took to build it. 

In this way, Choni’s story reinforces another great rabbinic teaching about tikkun olam, (repairing 

the world), “It is not your duty to finish the work of perfecting the world, 

but you are also not at liberty to avoid it.” 

Men’s 

Study Group 

Come study with TE Clergy! 

Second Tuesdays 

of each Month at 6:00 pm 

Starts January 10, 2018 

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The Pre-School at Temple Emanuel & Tot Programming 

There is a chill in the air and the fall colors have been replaced by the calming 

bareness of winter. If you are looking for a splash of color this winter look no 

further than our very own Pre-school. Our bright-eyed little ones will engage with 

their family members at our annual Hanukkah Happening. This event reminds the 

children that holidays are not about gift giving but about sharing traditions. 

June in January will heat up our 2018 as our children engage in summertime 

activities in our very well heated social hall. The pools will be filled and the floats 

will be ready. No sunscreen is needed for this special morning. 

Our Pre-school will be well represented this year at Community Mitzvah Day. Since it falls on a day 

off from school, the preschoolers will have their very own projects to work on. We are so happy to 

partner with the Social Action Committee on such a worthwhile endeavor. 

The Pre-school at Temple Emanuel wishes you a Happy Hanukkah and hopes the traditions that bind 

you keep you warm this holiday season. 

Dates to Remember 

December 7 Barnes & Noble Night 5:00 - 7:30 pm 

December 13 Hanukkah Happening 

December 15 Parent Committee Meeting 9:00 am 

December 21 Parent Brunch & Learn 9:15 am 

December 25 - 29 Winter Break NO SCHOOL 

January 1 Winter Break NO SCHOOL 

January 2 School Resumes 

January 8 PC Parent Polyanna Mixer 7:00 - 9:00 pm 

January 10 June in January 

Join us at an upcoming Tot Shabbat! 

This lively and interactive service geared 

for children 5 & under is held typically 

twice a month at 6:00 pm. 

We encourage families with young children to 

attend, sing, dance & share Shabbat together. 

December 8 6:00 pm January 12 6:00 pm 

January 26 6:00 pm February 9 6:00 pm 

February 23 6:00 pm March 9 6:00 pm 

March 23 6:00 pm April 13 6:00 pm 

May 11 6:00 pm May 19 6:00 pm 

June 6 6:00 pm 

June 22 6:00 pm 

January 12 Parent Committee Meeting 9:00 am 

January 12 Tot Shabbat - (4’s Class Featured) 

January 15 Martin Luther King Day NO SCHOOL 

January 22 & 23 School Photo Days 

January 23 Parent-Teacher Conferences (School is in Session) 

January 24 Tu B’Shevat Seder 

January 25 Parents Brunch & Learn 9:15 am 

January 29 Family Movie Night at Temple Emanuel 

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Tot Shabbat is open to the community 

so don’t forget to invite your friends!

As we continue our school year and our journey through Dr. Ron Wolfson’s book 

expressing that everyone can be one of God’s Superheroes, this month we will be 

discussing the superpower, “Bless.” God blesses all of us. 

When asking your parents for a blessing you are asking for permission to try 

something new. 

When giving a blessing you give your approval. 

When counting your blessings you realize how lucky you are to be healthy, have 

a nice family, and be able to enjoy life. 

In Judaism, we say or sing a lot of blessings. Before eating bread we say the Ha-motzi and during Hanukkah 

we sing blessings over the candles. 

Remember to: say “God bless you” When someone does something wonderful. Think about the blessings 

in your life before you go to sleep and say thank you to God. 

Bless God for the food you eat, the family who loves you, and everyone who is special in your life. 

Most important, think of yourself as a blessing because You are! 

Wishing you joy, happiness, and a love of learning! 

Dr. Rena Alpert, Director of Education 

rena@templeemanuel.org 

December 2017 & January 2018 Dates to Remember 

December 1: 5th grade Shabbat dinner at 6:30 pm and services at 7:30 pm 

December 3: Sisterhood Hanukkah Bazaar 

December 3: Holiday Gift Wrapping at 6:00 pm 

December 10: JRA Food Packing 

December 17: 3rd grade Family Education 

December 24-January 3: NO SCHOOL 

January 6: Learner’s Service (Havdalah) at 6:15pm for 5/6th graders 

January 7: Kindergarten Family Education at 9am 

January 14: NO SCHOOL 

January 19: Mini Minyan at 6:00 pm 

January 21: 6th grade Family Education/Yad Making 

January 27: Learner’s Service at 10:30 AM for 5/6th graders 

January 28: Tu B’Shevat Seder for 4th graders 

The Religious School at Temple Emanuel 

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Social Action at Temple Emanuel 

For more information contact Robin Rubin, Vice President of Social Action 609-685-1819 

“Tikkun Olam is an ethical mitzvah that Jews have an obligation to engage in Social Action 

to “repair the world” and ensure the welfare of society. This term applies anytime 

we make a difference in the world beyond ourselves.” 

HOLIDAY GIFT DRIVE: Every year we provide holiday gifts to JFCS, COVENANT HOUSE, 

BANCROFT, VOORHEES PEDIATRIC, TE MEMBERS in need and ROBIN’”S NEST. When we receive the 

wish lists from each of the organizations, we create a list at TE and invite everyone to adopt a person, a 

family, seniors, or children for the Holiday Gift Drive. There are many people in need and we know that 

everyone wants to get involved in some way. If you call me or send an email, we will happily match your 

wishes to where you would be most comfortable. A VERY special Thank You to Beth Hurwitz and Sam 

Dutkin for ALL of the behind the scenes magic they do to make this happen. 

PLEASE JOIN US ON DECEMBER 10, 2017 at 4 PM for our GIFT SORT and WRAP NIGHT . 

Pizza will be served and fun will be had by all as we do a wonderful mitzvah for others. 

JRA FOOD PACKING at the Mens Club / Social Action Brunch: Sunday December 10, 2016. 

Mens Club brunch will feature speakers from JRA (Jewish Relief Agency). We will be packing food for 

needy families and distributing them. Please join us for a yummy brunch and fulfill a beautiful mitzvah of 

feeding hungry people. 

Social Action 

COMMUNITY MITZVAH DAY on MLK DAY: MONDAY, JANUARY 15, 2018 

Many of the Temples and Jewish organizations in the SJ area are joining together as one community to 

achieve Community Mitzvah Day. Any type of mitzvah that you can imagine will be available on that day. 

We are all currently working together to organize the schedules, the publicity, and the coordination of 

every aspect of this day so the entire community can go on line or make a call and see where they would 

like to participate. We encourage everyone to experience Community Mitzvah Day on Dr. Martin Luther 

King Day based on the mitzvah that speaks to their heart rather than just its location. 

We will need lots of volunteer that day. Please watch for more information as this unfolds. 

Temple Emanuel will have several Mitzvot going on that day: 

Opening Ceremonies will be at Temple Emanuel at 9:00 am 

We will be supporting Animal Welfare Associations (AWA) , JFCS FOOD PANTRY, Adopt a Safta, 

Women of The Wall (WOW), Mazzoni CEnter, and many more organizations. 

Please contact me for more information on how to get involved. 

Thank you for making our 

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE a MAJOR SUCCESS. 

Cathedral Kitchen in Camden 

The fourth Wednesday of every month 

to help set up and serve meals. 

Here are the dates for the next year. 

December 27, 2017 

January 24, 2018 

March 28, 2018 

April 25, 2018 

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3:30 pm 

SOCIAL ACTION MEETING DATES 

EVERYONE AND EVERY AGE WELCOME 

December 4, 2017 

February 5, 2018 

7:00 pm

Mindful Matters: Healing of the Soul 

Last month, Mindful Matters hosted the NJ Center for Tourette and Associated Disorders on 

a Sunday morning during their quarterly “Empower Hour”. The presenters were three young 

people diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome, Rachel who is 16, and two siblings, Sarah, 17 and 

Eric, 14. These poised and intelligent young presenters spoke to a group of adults first for an 

hour and then spoke to students from our Sunday school, grades fourth through sixth. 

I, like so many others, had to miss this fantastic presentation and I’m so sorry I did. The 

feedback we received was terrific. The young presenters spoke about their own experiences 

with TS and the symptoms, in general. They also addressed the causes and most importantly, 

emphasized embracing the differences between people and treating everyone the same. 

If, like me, you missed this Empower Hour, you can learn more about TS from the NJ Center 

for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders on their website, www.njcts.org. 

Don’t miss the next Mindful Matters Empower Hour, “The Joys and Oys of the Holiday 

Season”, December 10, 9:00 am. Our presenter will be Joanna Kleinman, LCSW. You won’t 

want to miss this one. 

Mindful Matters 

More Help: 

If you would like further information or need additional help, feel free to 

contact Mindful Matters Co-Chairs: 

Judith Feldman, LCSW 856-265-3575 or jaf214@comcast.net 

David Rubenstein, Psy.D. at rubenstein4@verizon.net. 

Consider joining us at any of our next meetings: 

Thursday, January 11, 7:00 pm 

Sunday, February 11, Empower Hour, 9:00 am 

Thursday, March 15, 7:00 pm 

All are invited to attend. Whether you have joined us before, or just want to see what the 

Mindful Matters is all about, please join us to make a lasting difference and to connect with 

others in meaningful ways. 

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December 2017 & January-February 2018 Calendars 

Friday December 1, 2017 

10:00 am Pre-School Shabbat 

7:30 pm Alternative Shabbat Service 

7:30 pm Shabbat Family Service: Birthday 

Blessing 

Saturday December 2, 2017 

Parashat Vayishlach 

9:00 am Torah Study 

6:00 pm Bar Mitzvah of Kyle Handler 

Sunday December 3, 2017 

7:00 am Sisterhood Bazaar 

9:00 am Religious School 

Monday December 4, 2017 

9:30 am Preschool Music in the Chapel 

7:00 pm Social Action Committee Meeting 

7:30 pm Kol Emanuel Rehearsal 

Tuesday December 5, 2017 

12:00 pm Adult Ed Lunch and Learn 

1:00 pm Preschool Soccer 

4:15 pm Olive Oil Workshop 

4:15 pm Religious School 

5:45 pm In the Know...Fake News Edition 

6:45 pm High School 

Wednesday December 6, 2017 

4:15 pm Olive Oil Workshop 


7:00 pm Up & Comers Meeting 

Thursday December 7, 2017 

9:45 am Preschool Gym 

1:30 pm Al’s Yiddish Club 

5:00 pm Barnes & Noble Night 



6:00 pm Tot Shabbat 

7:30 pm Shabbat Service 


Parashat Vayeshev 


10:30 am Bar Mitzvah of Matthew 

Klosinski 

5:30 pm Bar Mitzvah of Noah Shapiro 

5:30 pm EJY--Escape Room 


9:00 am Men’s Club Brunch: JRA 

9:00 am Purimshpiel Auditions 


9:15 am Adult Hebrew Class 

9:30 am Sisterhood Committee Meeting 

11:00 am Mindful Matterz Meeting 

12:30 pm TEFTY Goes to the Esacpe Room 

6:00 pm Gift Wrapping 



3:00 pm Casserole Cooking 

7:00 pm Executive Board Meeting 

7:30 pm Kol Emanuel 


Hanukkah: 1 Candle 

11:00 am Adult Post B’nai Mitzvah Class 



5:30 pm Hanukkah Candlelighting 


7:00 pm Finance Committee Meeting 

7:30 pm High School Hanukkah 

Candlelighting 


Hanukkah: 2 Candles 

9:00 am Pre-School Hanukkah Happening 



7:00 pm Education Meeting 





7:00 pm Sisterhood Hanukkah Party 




6:15 pm Congregational Hanukkah Dinner 

7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service: Anniversary 

Blessing with Kol Emanuel & Dedication of 

Sanctuary 



Parashat Miketz 


10:30 am Bat Mitzvah of Paige Lomas 

10:30 am shabbat shalOM 

1:00 pm Just For You Service for Special Needs 

6:00 pm Parents Night Out 

6:30 pm Baby Boomers Book Club 



9:00 am 3rd Grade Family Ed 


9:15 am Adult Hebrew Class 

11:00 am Club Chaverim & Club Noar Escape Rooms 

11:00 am Purimshpiel Rehearsal 




6:45 pm Ritual Meeting 






5:00 pm Tot Hanukkah PJ Party 



7:30 pm Sisterhood Board Meeting 

8:30 pm High School Hanukkah 

Candlelighting 


12:00 pm Henry Raich Social Club Brown Bag Lunch 


7:00 pm Membership Engagement Meeting 


9:15 am Parent Brunch & Learn 


12:30 pm Prime Timers Alphabet Antics 




7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service 


Parashat Vayigash 



No Religious School 


Building Closed/ No Pre-School 


No Pre-School/ No Religious School 


No Pre-School/No Religious School 

3:00 pm Cathedral Kitchen 


No Pre-School 



No Pre-School 



Parashat Vayechi 



New Year’s Eve/ No Religious School 

Monday January 1, 2018 

Building Closed: New Year’s Day 

No Pre-School 

Tuesday January 2, 2018 


PreSchool Resumes 



Wednesday January 3, 2018 



Thursday January 4, 2018 



Friday January 5, 2018 


6:30 pm Congregational Shabbat Dinner 



Blessing

Saturday January 6, 2018 

Parashat Shemot 


10:30 am Bat Mitzvah of Amanda Sinofsky 

5:30 pm Learner’s Service 

Sunday January 7, 2018 

9:00 am Kindergarten Family Ed: Shema 


9:15 am Men’s Club Brunch: 

Roy Kardon-The Happitude of Gratitude 














7:00 pm Sisterhood Kugel cook Off 


9:00 am Pre-School June in Januaryuary 


6:00 pm Men’s Study Group 





5:30 pm Pre-School Movie Night 

7:00 pm Mindful Matterz Meeting 




7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service: 

MLK Celebration with Kol Emanuel & The Family 

Church 


Parashat Vaera 


10:30 am Bar Mitzvah of Zachary Dinter 

6:15 pm Bar Mitzvah of Jack Goldberg 




Office Closed: Martin Luther King Day 

Community Mitzvah Day 








12:00 pm Henry Raich Social Club Brown Bag Lunch 



7:30 pm Ritual Committee Meeting 







6:00 pm Mini Minyan: Environmental 


Anniversary Blessing 


Parashat Bo 



5:30 pm Bat Mitzvah of Makayla Mogell 


9:00 am 6th Grade Family Ed: Yad Workshop 


9:00 am Sisterhood Book Club 


11:00 am TEFTY/AEFTY Trip to Mt Laurel Funplex 



7:00 pm Board of Trustees Meeting 











7:00 pm Bar/Bat Mitzvah Date Meeting 

7:00 pm House Committee 


9:15 am Parents Brunch & Learn 







Holocaust Remembrance 


Holocaust International 

Remembrance Day 

Parashat Beshalach 


10:30 am Learner’s Service 

5:30 pm Bat Mitzvah of Victoria Adams 



9:00 am Tu B’Shevat Seders 




7:00 pm Family Movie Night at Temple 








Tu BiShvat 

10:30 am Pre-School Tu B’Shevat Seder 


Thursday February 1, 2018 



7:00 pm Sisterhood Bingo 

Friday February 2, 2018 


6:30 pm 6th Grade Shabbat 

6:30 pm Congregational Shabbat Dinner 



Blessing 

Saturday February 3, 2018 

Parashat Yitro 


Sunday February 4, 2018 

9:00 am Breakfast with the Board 

9:00 am Camp Harlam Day 


11:00 am Family Lego/Israel Program 


Monday February 5, 2018 


7:00 pm Sisterhood Executive Board 

Meeting 

7:00 pm Social Action Committee Meeting 


Tuesday February 6, 2018 





5:45 pm Chill & Chat (7th-12th) 


Wednesday February 7, 2018 

9:00 am Pre-School Someone Special 

Breakfast 










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Parashat Mishpatim 


10:30 am Bat Mitzvah of Samantha Sirover 

5:30 pm Learner’s Service 

7:00 pm Up & Comer’s Game Night 


9:00 am 5th Grade Family Ed 


9:15 am Men’s Club Brunch: Cantor Neil 

11:00 am Mindful Matterz Meeting 



9:30 am Pre-School Music in the Chapel 








6:00 pm EJY Board Meeting 




9:00 am Pre-School Jumpin Gymanee 


6:00 pm Men’s Study Group 





Restaurant Tour 



Rosh Chodesh Adar 


6:00 pm Mini Minyan: 2nd Grade 


Anniversary Blessing 


Parashat Terumah 



7:00 pm Sisterhood Passover Wine Event 



Monday Feb 19, 2018 

Building Closed 

No PreSchool 

Presidents’ Day 





4:15 pm Matzah Factory 





12:00 pm Henry Raich Social Club Brown 

Bag Lunch 

4:15 pm Matzah Factory 



7:30 pm Ritual Committee Meeting 


9:15 am Parent Brunch & Learn 








Parashat Tetzaveh 



9:00 am Read Across America 



3:00 pm Men’s Club Poker Tournament 



7:00 pm Board of Trustees Meeting 








Erev Purim 



7:00 pm Megillah Reading 

Please consult the online calendars at 

www.templeemanuel.org 

for the most up-to-date information 

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templeemanuel.org/emunah 

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emunah@templeemanuel.org 

The EMUNAH Initiative has confirmed OVER $1.8M in pledged commitments to date. 

We THANK the following families for their commitment: 

Robert Purdy & Roz Appell 

Janice & Jerry Apple 

Pamela & Thomas Austin 

Alysa & Scott Bannett 

Judy & Barry Bannett 

Darcy Blitz-Becker & Jeffrey Becker 

Audrey & Charles Blackman 

Nadline and Kurt Bomze 

Susan & Robert Bookman 

Lynn & Alan Branfman 

Rhea & Blair Brekke 

Susan & Scott Brier 

Sallie Brown & David Newman 

Joyce & Stephen Burnstein 

Stephanie & Chuck Cahn 

Susan & Lloyd Calder 

Enid Charen 

Jessica & Dave Chasen 

Shirley & Alvin Chess 

Les Cohen 

Jodi & Stan Cooper 

Rochelle & Jeffrey Dashevsky 

Peggy & Rabbi Jerome David 

Jane Davis 

Debbie & Roger Dennis 

Renee Dillon 

Karen & Ian Driben 

Jaime & Sam Dutkin 

Ellen Eisenberg 

Pia & Colin Eisenberg 

Honey & Ronald Etkin 

Florence Feffer 

Pattie & Larry Feinerman 

Judith Feldman 

Roberta and Chad Felsenstein 

Shelley Figures & Ira Miller 

Sharren & Dave Filan 

Myrna & Marshall Fineman 

Loren & Michael Firstenberg 

Madeline Flanagan 

Sofiya & Yanmark Frankstein 

Sandy & Patricia Freeman 

Ilene & Richard Freedman 

Donielle & Mark Friedenthal 

Eileen Gaglia 

Judy & Jack Gensib 

Help us make our dream possible! Our goal is to have 100% 

participation - we need each family’s commitment to make this happen. 

No gift is too small! 

Jen & Jarod Gilman 

Karen & Marvin Ginsburg 

Linda & Leonard Goldsman 

Sandra Gordon 

Mindy & Leo Gotleib 

Laura & Jeffrey Gottlieb 

Kelly & Larry Gottlieb 

Lynne & Michael Gottlieb 

Doris & Arthur Greene 

Carole & Arthur Halper 

Linda Harvey 

Toby & Gary Heflich 

Joyce & Matthew Hoff 

Laurie & Robert Hohwald 

Brandi & David Horowitz 

Maureen Huffman 

Rosie & Lee Hymerling 

Beth & K.C. Isdaner 

Audrey & Jonathan Jaffe 

June & Walter Jarema 

Stacey & Jeffrey Jaskol 

Judi & Don Kaplan 

Karen & Thomas Karpousis 

Kumru & Sabi Kastro 

Irene Kauffman 

Lindsey & Michael Klein 

Brenda and Ken Korach 

Sarah & Jeremy Kukafka 

Tula Kurtz 

Lisa & David Lanter 

Liz Levine 

Paula & Marty Levine 

Anh Tran & Jeremy Lippman 

Audrey Litto 

Judy & Donald Love 

Wendy & Jaret Lyons 

Sonia & Ed McCarthy 

Katie & Steve Malitsky 

Jessica & Alex Manelis 

Linda & Henry Maurer 

Elaine & Steve Meller 

Men’s Club 

Elise & Myron Miller 

Irene & Randy Mintz 

Adrienne & Rob Mintz 

Lynne & Robert Mogell 

Betsy & Jerry Morgenstern 

Nancy & David Oberlander 

Gertrude Pastelnick 

Leandra & Ira Pintel 

Barry Platt 

Platt Memorial Chapels 

Karen and Evan Polin 

Marcey & Rob Propp 

Shirley & Thomas Reilly 

Stacey & Ed Rivkin 

Barbara & Rich Robbins 

Carrie & Ken Romm 

Jane Rose 

Mindy & Charles Rose 

Mindy & Larry Rosen 

Dr. Jerry J. Rosenberg 

Lauren & Robert Rosenfeld 

Shari & Marc Rothstein 

Robin Rubin 

Mitzi & Michael Sacks 

Amy & John Salcedo 

Carol & Jack Sattin 

Linda Bobrin & Cantor Neil Schnitzer 

Mindy & Michael Schorr 

Julie & Joel Schwartz 

Renee & Howard Siegel 

Anne & Peter Silverberg 

Sharon & Alan Singer 

Erika & Mark Sinofsky 

Sisterhood 

Janine & Mark Sobel 

Marge & Joseph Sobel 

Selma Solomon 

Sheila & Fred Stern 

Eliane Strip 

Amy & Andy Sussman 

Beverly & Michael Volpe 

Dick Watson 

Marilyn Weinstein 

Katie & Larry Weisman 

Susan & Marc Witte 

Lauren & Jordan Yaker 

Ben Yelowitz 

Sally & Andrew Zeiberg 

Michele Zeldner & Ian Wachstein 

(as of November 17, 2017) 

#feelslikehome 

Emunah 

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It’s that time of year again. I feel like we celebrated New Year’s only a couple 

of months ago. But here we are again with another opportunity to reflect on 

our lives and think about the future. For many of us it gives us a chance to hit 

the “reset” button. 

Remarks from Marc 

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As I reflect on the past year I think about the significant place that TE plays in 

our lives. I’ve decided to use the famous verses from Ecclesiastes as a basis to 

share my thoughts on a year at TE. Throughout the year there is a place where 

we come together for purpose of living our Jewish values. 

A place to celebrate birth, and a place to mourn death; a place to plant knowledge and place 

to reap in the planted knowledge. 

A place where weaknesses are accepted, a place where strength is gained; a place to build up and a place to be built 

up. 

A place to weep, and a place to laugh, a place to eat and place to fast. 

A place to come together with friends, and a place to reach out to those in need of friends. 

A place to embrace, and a place to allow space. 

A place to dance and a place to be inspired by those who dance; a place to pray as a community, a place for personal 

prayer. 

A place to celebrate our good fortune , and a place to help those in need; a place for silent introspection and a place 

to speak up. 

A place to sing, and a place to listen; place to call home and place of Shalom. 

I am honored to continue to be a part of your lives and to be partnering with the lay leadership to 

ensure that TE remains a place of significance. My wish for you is that 2018 is filled with more joys 

than oy’s and that TE remains your home. 

Marc Rothstein, Executive Director 

marc@templeemanuel.org 

Thank you 

We would like to offer our many thanks to 

our Temple Emanuel clergy, Rabbi David, 

Rabbi Isaacs and Cantor Neil 

for including us in the Service on the night of 

our 60th Anniversary Celebration. 

We would also like to thank Murray Suvar 

for his amazing musical skills, 

and for being so wonderful to us 

and making the night special for us. 

To Marc Rothstein, Roberta Budman, 

Rachel & Tiffany and Joey & Debbie Williams: 

thank you for all your hard work in 

helping us plan, publicize and set up the night. 

And many thanks to our friends, family 

and TE community who came out to celebrate with us. 

You are all an important part of our lives! 

Myrna & Marshall Fineman 

25th Anniversary 

Celebration 

It’s been 25 wonderful, nurturing, 

huggable years at the 

Pre School at Temple Emanuel 

and we want to celebrate! 

Get in on the fun & join 

the planning committee! 

Contact TE president, 

Jessica Manelis 

jessica@templemanuel.org 

if you are interested. 

Save the date! 

5.18.18 is when we celebrate!!!

Jerome P. David 

Senior Rabbi 

Gidon B. Isaacs 

Assistant Rabbi 

Neil M. Schnitzer 

Cantor 

Jessica K. Manelis 

President 

Marc L. Rothstein 

Executive Director 

Rachel E. Thomas 

Director of Congregational Engagement 

Dr. Rena Alpert 

Director of Education 

Tracey M. Perchick 

Director of Early Childhood Education 

1101 Springdale Road 

Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 

www.templeemanuel.org 856.489.0029 

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