November 2017 Light

techerryhill @techerryhill www.templeemanuel.org 

From the Rabbi’s Study 

by Jerome P. David, D. D. 

November 2017 Heshvan/Kislev 5778 

A true story. A touching story about a bus that was bumping along a back road in the 

South. 

In one seat, a wispy old man sat holding a bunch of fresh flowers. 

Across the aisle was a young girl whose eyes came back again and 

again to the man’s flowers. The time came for the old man to get off. 

Impulsively he thrust the flowers into the girl’s lap. “I can see you 

love the flowers,” he explained, “and I think my wife would like for 

you to have them. I’ll tell her I gave them to you.” The girl 

accepted the flowers, then watched the old man get off the bus and 

walk through the gate of a small cemetery. 

When I shared this story with our 10th grade students and asked 

them what the story meant to them; they offered the following insights. 

One student felt it speaks to random acts of kindness that she and her family also 

try to carry out. 

Another felt that the essay is an affirmation of life, that it emphasizes the living, the now 

and how we best remember the deceased by serving and loving the living. Still another 

10th grader felt that Judaism is all about our acts and deeds and the opportunity to 

perform Mitzvot surrounding us daily. 

Overall, these are inspiring messages as we begin the New Year 5778. Wishing you and 

your family health, fulfillment, success and joy in the coming year. 

In this edition: 

Letter from the President............................................2 

Shabbat..........................................................................3 

Our B’nai Mitzvah....................................................4-5 

Volunteer of the Month...............................................6 

Just For You Hanukkah...............................................7 

Sisterhood..................................................................8-9 

Mindful Matters.........................................................10 

Henry Raich Social Club...........................................10 

Inclusion Initiative.....................................................11 

Pre-School....................................................................12 

Religious School.........................................................13 

Youth Engagement....................................................13 

Social Action...............................................................14 

Emunah........................................................................15 

Nov & Dec Calendars...........................................16-17 

Kvell Korner................................................................17 

Join Rabbi David for March of the Living..............18

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

As a huge social media nut, I am all about what is trending. 

So, I was thrilled (and honored) to be able to bring Dr. Ron 

Wolfson, author of the book, Relational Judaism: Using the 

Power of Relationships to Transform the Jewish Community, 

to speak in a private session with myself, members of the 

executive and general boards and the TE staff. 

Now you might be saying to yourself, “six months in as 

president and she’s lost her mind”. Because really, what’s 

so trendy about that? Well, I am sure you have heard the 

expression, “everything old is new again”. The concept of 

relational Judaism isn’t new. It was the culture of 

synagogue life for our parents, grandparents and 

great-grandparents. Shuls were smaller and Jews tended 

to live near them. Everyone knew everything about 

everyone. But progress and growth took small and personalized and turned it in to super 

sized and generic and our culture shifted to “I want more, I want it all and I want it now.” 

I’m bringing it back, and I am turning the paradigm on its head. I am envisioning a new 

approach that begins with engaging you in a personal relationship with other congregants and 

Judaism. The current model of belonging to a synagogue isn’t working. How do I know? 

Because, you’ve told me. I’ve heard you. You’re not connecting. 

Let’s fix that. 

Experiences are the trend through which I hope to successfully engage our congregants. But 

we need to do it together. So, throw on your 70’s plaid jumpsuit and velvet jacket and let me 

know what speaks to you. 

Jessica Manelis 

Jessica@templeemanuel.org 

New Shabbat Morning Service at Temple Emanuel 

Join Temple Emanuel on the third Saturday of each month for 

a unique Shabbat Service using yoga movement and 

meditation to enhance the worship experience. You will be 

guided through the service, while focusing on the intention, 

or kavanah, of Shabbat prayers. 

Be sure to bring your yoga mat/towel and a water bottle! 

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Next shabbat shalOM dates: 

Saturday, November 18 10:30 am 

Saturday, December 16 10:30 am 

Saturday, January 20 10:30 am 

Saturday, February 17 10:30 am

Celebrate Shabbat at TE 

November 3 & 4 | 15 Heshvan 5778 | Parsha Vayeira: Genesis 18:1-2:24 

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

Friday, 7:30 pm Alternative Shabbat Service 

Saturday, 9:00 am Torah Study 

Saturday, 10:30 am Learner’s Service 

Abraham welcomes three visitors, who announce that Sarah will soon have a son. Abraham argues with God about 

the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. Lot’s home is attacked by the people of Sodom. Lot and his two daughters 

escape as the cities are being destroyed. Lot’s wife is turned into a pillar of salt. Lot impregnates his daughters, 

and they bear children who become the founders of the nations Moab and Ammon. Abimelech, king of Gerar, takes 

Sarah as his wife after Abraham claims that she is his sister. Isaac is born, circumcised, and weaned. Hagar and 

her son, Ishmael, are sent away; an angel saves their lives. God tests Abraham, instructing him to sacrifice Isaac 

on Mount Moriah. 

November 10 & 11| 22 Heshvan 5778 | Parsha Chayei Sarah: Genesis 23:1-25:18 

Friday, 6:00 pm Tot Shabbat 

Friday, 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service: Honoring Veterans with Kol Emanuel 


Abraham purchases the cave of Machpelah in order to bury his wife Sarah. Abraham sends his servant to find a 

bride for Isaac. Rebekah shows her kindness by offering to draw water for the servant’s camels at the well. The 

servant meets Rebekah’s family and then takes Rebekah to Isaac, who marries her. Abraham takes another wife, 

named Keturah. At the age of one hundred and seventy-five years, Abraham dies, and Isaac and Ishmael bury him 

in the cave of Machpelah. 

November 17 & 18 | 29 Heshvan 5778 | Parsha Toldot: Genesis 25:19-28:9 

Friday, 6:00 pm Mini-Minyan: Honoring First Grade 

Friday, 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service: November Anniversary Blessing 


Saturday, 10:30 am shabbat shalOM 

Rebekah has twins, Esau and Jacob. Esau gives Jacob his birthright in exchange for some stew. King Abimelech is 

led to think that Rebekah is Isaac’s sister and later finds out that she is really his wife. Isaac plans to bless Esau, 

his firstborn. Rebekah and Jacob deceive Isaac so that Jacob receives the blessing. Esau threatens to kill Jacob, who 

then flees to Haran. 

Celebrate Shabbat at Temple Emanuel 

November 24 & 25 | 3 Kislev 5778 | Parsha Vayeitzei: Genesis 28:10−32:3 

Friday, 7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service 


Jacob dreams of angels going up and down a ladder. God blesses him. Jacob names the place Bethel. Jacob works 

seven years in order to marry Rachel, but Laban tricks Jacob into marrying Leah, Rachel’s older sister. Jacob 

marries Rachel but only after having to commit himself to seven more years of working for Laban. Leah, Rachel, 

and their maidservants, Bilhah and Zilpah, give birth to eleven sons and one daughter. Jacob and his family leave 

Laban’s household with great wealth. 

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@techerryhill www.templeemanuel.org 

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

Our B’nai Mitzah 

Matthew Bernard, son of Cynthia & Mark- October 7, 2017 Bar Mitzvah 

I’m Matthew Bernard. I am a Carusi Middle School honor roll student. I have been 

playing basketball since I was 6 years old. When I’m not on the court I enjoy 

watching all the Philadelphia teams; especially the Sixers. I also play the drums and 

I’m a part of the Carusi Concert Band. I live in Cherry Hill with my parents, my 

older brother Aaron and our black lab Max, whom we adopted. I’m an animal lover 

and committed to making a difference in the lives of animals in our community, that 

is why as my Mitzvah project I chose to volunteer and hold a donation for the VAO 

(Voorhees Animal Orphanage). They are an adoption shelter and operate to meet or 

exceed a 90% live outcome rate (no-kill shelter). They also provide individual care 

for animals and their families. Please remember to adopt and not shop for your pets. 

You will save a life. 

Becoming a Bar Mitzvah is very meaningful and inspiring to me. My Jewish identity has been 

reinforced during this time and I am proud of my heritage. I would like to thank my parents, Aaron 

and my grandmother Tutti for all their love, support and guidance. I also want to extend a huge thank 

you to Morah Tsippi for all her caring ways as she helped me prepare for my Bar Mitzvah and Morah 

Joe for his teachings and kindness. I would also like to thank Rabbi David and Cantor Neil, they have 

always inspired me and have set an example with their kind words, patience and support. I am really 

looking forward to my special day and celebrating with my family and friends. 

Joseph Perlman, son of Beth Perlman - October 14, 2017 Bar Mitzvah 

Hello, my name is Joseph Perlman. I am a 7th grader at Rosa International Middle 

School. I live in Cherry Hill, with my Mom, Beth. I volunteer at the AWA in 

Voorhees and love to play video games. One of the Mitzvah projects, I have taken 

on is Ride Hard Breathe Easy. This organization is raising money for Lung Cancer 

Research. A family friend, John Matthews, is riding his bike from Pennsylvania to 

San Francisco, California. He will leave on August 24th and will arrive in San 

Francisco on October 14, 2017. My Bar Mitzvah Day! Celebrating my Bar Mitzvah 

means, I will now be considered as a Jewish adult. Thank you to everyone that helped 

me with my special day! 

Jacob Nickel, son of Wendy & William Nickel - October 14, 2017 Bar Mitzvah 

Jacob Hudson Nickel is an 8th grader at Beck Middle School. He 

enjoys playing soccer, basketball, and flag football. Jacob is excited 

to become a bar mitzvah as it means he is becoming a Jewish adult. 

His Torah portion, Noach, is teaching him how to be righteous or 

to “do the right thing”. Jacob’s mitzvah project is collecting new 

and gently used sports equipment for an organization, Let’s Play 

it Forward. This organization distributes the equipment to poor 

and underserved communities. Jacob lives in Cherry Hill with his 

brother, Bennett, his sister, Harper, his gecko, Sheldon, and proud 

parents, Wendy and Willie. 

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Jonah Schoeffler, son of Hillary & Steven Schoeffler - November 4, 2017 Bar Mitzvah 

Erica Kerner, daughter of Ellyn & Michael Kerner - November 11, 2017 Bat Mitzvah 

Emily Kratchman, daughter of Amy & Ronald Kratchman - November 18, 2017 Bat Mitzvah

Our B’nai Mitzvah 

Drew Greene, son of Jennifer & Robert Greene - October 21, 2017 Bar Mitzvah 

Drew became a Bar Mitzvah on October 21st 2017. Drew is in the 8th grade at 

Beck Middle School where he has been on the middle school basketball team 

since the 6th grade. Drew also plays AAU and travel basketball in the spring 

and winter seasons. Drew also enjoys cooking and spending time with his 

family and friends. 

“Becoming a Bar Mitzvah is an important milestone in my life. It signifies the 

transition from a boy to a man in the Jewish religion. I know that becoming a 

man also brings with it more responsibility and accountability which I will take 

very seriously. I will do my best to honor this very important Jewish tradition.” 

His mitzvah project is called “Dunk Your Kicks.” Which collects discarded sneakers and then sells 

them to an international recycler of affordable clothing; each pair of sneakers receives up to $1.00. 

That money is then used to provide financial support to low income and military families who have 

children battling cancer. 

Additionally, he donated a portion of my Bar Mitzvah money to the Stephen Mulderry Memorial 

Fund, which donates 100% of its proceeds to inner city athletic leagues and educational scholarships. 

Stephen was the best man in my parents wedding and died on September 11th in the terrorist attacks. 

His name and his memory live on forever in our family. We love you Stephen! 

Our B’nai Mitzvah 

Ethan Levy, son of Jennifer & Scott Levy - October 28, 2017 Bar Mitzvah 

Ethan is currently an 8th grader at Voorhees middle school where he enjoys 

wrestling, track, scuba diving, traveling, playing with his dog George and hanging 

out with friends. Becoming a bar mitzvah signifies that he is entering the adult 

world. As his mitzvah project, Ethan spent time at an under privileged school in 

Philadelphia. His time spent there made him appreciate how fortunate he is to 

go to school in Voorhees. He felt good giving back to children who don’t have the 

same privilege that he does. 

Samantha Levy, daughter of Jennifer & Scott Levy - October 28, 2017 Bat Mitzvah 

Sami is going into the 7th grade at Voorhees middle school this year. She enjoys 

swimming, soccer, socializing with her friends and taking vacations and trips. 

Sami also enjoys playing with her dog George. Sami’s mitzvah project was to help 

underprivileged children in a school in Philadelphia, where she helped set up 

classrooms for the upcoming school year. Sami is looking forward to becoming a 

bat mitzvah as she worked hard to learn her torah portion. 

Rachel Squire, daughter of Melissa & Derek Squire -October 28, 2017 Bat Mitzvah 

My name is Rachel Lily Squire. I live in Voorhees, New Jersey, and I am a 7th 

grade student at Voorhees Middle School. I live with my Mom, Dad, and 

brother, Jacob. I enjoy participating in activities like theater, basketball, baking, 

and lacrosse. I love my friends and family more than anything. 

I am becoming a Bat Mitzvah on October 28, 2017. For my mitzvah project, I 

volunteered at the Animal Welfare Association, which operates the oldest clinic, 

adoption center, and no-kill animal shelter in South Jersey. I chose to do this 

because I love animals and want to help them. I have been helping out at the 

shelter by clearing the trails and doing laundry and dishes. I also participated in the Paws and Feet 

5K Race with my team of supporters to raise money for the Animal Welfare Association. 

Becoming a Bat Mitzvah is a great honor and celebrates everything I have learned and accomplished 

to reach this day. I am excited to be accepted into the Jewish community as an adult, and I can’t wait 

to share my Bat Mitzvah with my friends and family. 

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Volunteer of the Month: Shari Douglass 

How long have you been members of TE? Where are 

you from and where do you live now? We’ve been 

coming to TE since Ruthie was two years old, so 14 years. I 

grew up right here in Cherry Hill, and we live in Voorhees. 

Who makes up your family? My husband, Kevin, our 

16 year old daughter, Ruthie, our 8 month old puppy, 

Emerson, two cats – Pandora and Hercules, and I live in our 

house; but our family is so much bigger than that! We are 

blessed to have my parents living nearby in Cherry Hill, 

special friends that are truly family-by-choice in our lives, 

my sister’s family is in Marlton, and Kevin’s family, although 

much farther away, is always close in our hearts. 

Volunteer of the Month: Shari Douglass 

What do you do? I am a public elementary school teacher in 

Deptford Township, and have been for over 20 years. I spent 

about 17 years teaching 6th grade, and I have currently been 

teaching 4th grade for several years. 

I have taught here, at TE Hebrew High, grades 7 through 12 

for the past 12 years or so, and counting. 

What do you do for fun? I like to take photos and scrapbook; I like to read; I love to shop. Most of 

these hobbies take extra hours in the day and extra money in the bank. Truthfully, I enjoy myself the 

most when I am with my family and friends, laughing and making the most of our time together. 

What is your favorite Thanksgiving recipe? It is absolutely a tie! My mother’s string bean 

casserole. My grandmother’s sweet potato casserole. My mother-in-law’s pecan pie. 

In what ways do you volunteer at TE? I serve on the Ritual Committee; through that I end up 

volunteering for various events and festivities throughout each year. I have always helped at our Just 

for You in Support of Special Needs Services, and as of the end of last year, I took over as Chairperson. 

I am beginning to work with the Jewish Abilities Alliance on TE’s behalf. I plan and lead our Tween 

Program for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur each year. I have served on various task forces 

throughout my time at TE – Rabbi Searches. Educational Task Forces, and others; there’s always more 

to do, and so often, you see the same people doing it over and over again. If only I could quit my day 

job and spend more time at TE!! 

What was your most memorable TE moment? I have literally watched my daughter grow up at 

TE, since she was about 2 years old, so there are many memorable moments to choose from. But 

truthfully, a very simple memory comes to mind. Ruthie was in Kindergarten, I think, and we were 

driving to TE for one of many events. She was making up a song for herself in the backseat, as she 

often did, and then she ended it with, “I love being Jewish!” I knew we were doing something right, 

and that Temple Emanuel was part of it. I hoped that she would always feel that way. A decade later, 

I know she does! 

What are you looking forward to in the next 12 months? This year, we are beginning the 

exploration of colleges for Ruthie – it is an exciting and bittersweet time. I look forward to sharing the 

moments with Kevin as we guide her through her choices and decisions. 

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“Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making 

a difference.” Kathy Calvin, CEO and President United Nations 

Foundation 

Temple Emanuel Sisterhood is an amazing group that provides much 

support to Temple Emanuel itself and local, national and international 

communities as well. We are a living example of Tikkun Olam— 

repairing the world. Here are the highlights of our efforts for the 

calendar year 2016-2017. 

Of great importance is the support given to our own congregation. 

Sisterhood backs many religious school programs through the Ahavat 

Limud Fund, purchases the Consecration Torahs, provides religious 

school treats throughout the year (apples and honey, etc), gives an 11th grade Confirmation 

Scholarship, and helps fund the spring high school trip. Sisterhood has made a commitment 

to the Emunah campaign and provides for the Rabbi Good Works Fund. In cooperation with 

Men’s Club we also support the local Reform Mikveh. To address the needs of those affected 

by Hurricane Harvey, Sisterhood made an immediate donation to Nechama, an organization 

committed to the Jewish response to natural disasters in the US. 

Temple Emanuel Sisterhood 

Charitable organizations beyond TE are chosen to receive financial support in the fall of each 

year. This year we carefully considered and chose seven organizations to receive a monetary 

donation. These organizations are: HIAS, heart2heart, Anti-Defamation League, Women of 

the Wall, Julia’s Grace Foundation, Heroes to Heroes, and Center for the Arts in Southern NJ. 

By giving to a variety of foundations 

Sisterhood helps in a small way to change 

the world we live in. Tikkun Olam is alive 

and well in the TE Sisterhood mind set. 

When you join Sisterhood and support our 

events and fundraisers you become a part 

of this noble Jewish value. 

B’Shalom, Lauren Waite 

Temple Emanuel Sisterhood President 

smileyctrs@comcast.net 

A huge thank you to our October event 

chairs: Renee Siegel, Stacy Yulsman, Susan 

Witte, Polly Katz and their wonderful 

committee members. If you want to join 

this list of volunteers, please contact me! 

Upcoming 

Sisterhood Dates 

Book Club: 

November 5 6:45 pm 

Casserole Cooking: All Are Welcome 


Wise Mind Creations 


Hanukkah Bazaar and Craft Fair 

December 3 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Casserole Cooking: All Are Welcome 

December 11 3:00 pm 

Join us for our upcoming programs. 

We can’t wait to show you what 

Sisterhood is all about. 

Hanukkah Party 

December 14 7:00 pm 

22nd Annual Sisterhood Retreat 

March 9 - 11, 2018 

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The Henry Raich Social Club Mindful Matters 

Let’s Have a Conversation About Starting a Conversation 

By Stephanie Welder 

Have you ever been in a situation where you felt anxious entering a room full of people you 

don’t know, or, perhaps, meeting someone new for the first time? Has that feeling gotten in 

your way of facing some new situation causing you to avoid it all together? It’s not very 

uncommon to avoid situations when those feelings become too uncomfortable. 

Here are some tools from experts on how to move beyond those feelings and start a 

conversation with someone new. 

Be Prepared: If you’re headed to a party or business function where small talk is called for, 

think of 5 things you’d like to share with others and create lead-in lines. 

“What sports do you follow?” No matter how they answer you can follow up with more 

questions. If they don’t care for sports, you can always ask what they enjoy. In work 

situations, “Tell me about your job”. “What service do you provide? “ What do you like 

about it?” 

Ask questions that require a detailed answer. Yes or no responses are conversation killers. 

Here are few tried and true starters for networking, parties or introductions: 

“Where did you grow up?” Refer to the refreshments. “What is your favorite pizza 

topping?” “What’s the best thing that happened to you this week?” Take a look at 

Celeste Headlee’s TED Talk on better conversations 

The objective of conversation starters is to get the ball rolling. Being prepared can give you 

the confidence to enter that room knowing you can walk up to anyone and begin a friendly 

conversation, instead of facing uncomfortable silence and looking for a way to gracefully and 

finally exit. 

As always, the Mindful Matterz members are here for you if you need any assistance and 

support. Contact us and we will get you pointed in the right direction! David at 

rubenstein4@verizon.net and Judy at jaf214@comcast.net. Please join us at our next meeting, 

Thursday, Nov 16, 7pm. 

The Henry Raich Social Club 

Wednesday, November 15 -- Kevin Riordan is our our guest speaker. Mr. Riordan has been the 

South Jersey Columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer since 2010 and has had a nearly 40-year career 

as a newspaperman. In these days of so many questions with and about the press, don’t miss this 

presentation. Mr. Riordan will talk about how newspapers have changed, especially in South Jersey, 

since he began his career. He continues to write stories of the South Jersey community, its people, 

and its issues. Bring your lunch and come and enjoy a special afternoon. 

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Mark your calendars for Wednesday, December 20. Renee Robbins will introduce us to the 

remarkable American Master blacksmith and metal designer Samuel Yellin. Watch for more 

information to follow.

Inclusion Initiative at Temple Emanuel 

Temple Emanuel has a history of creating a community that is made whole by the inclusion 

of all its members, including serving Jews of all sexual orientations and gender identities, 

their families, and their friends. 

To continue to ensure that however someone defines family will find a home at Temple 

Emanuel, this year, we are planning programming and events to highlight how we are 

involved in the LGBTQ+ community. Our myriad offerings will provide information and 

education for all ages and you are invited to come and learn with us. There is no fee and all 

programs are open to Temple Emanuel members and the community. All dates are subject to 

change. Please confirm dates and times before attending. 

On The Case: Creating Safe Space 

November 5, 2017 9:00 am 

Our Religious School students will have a day of learning about LGBTQ+. Our youngest 

students will learn through story time about how families can look different and how it’s 

okay to express yourself in many different ways. Our 4th-6th Grade students will partake 

in a workshop that teaches the students about gender identity, gender expression and how 

to be an ally. 

What is the Jewish Perspective on LGBTQ+ and Judaism? 

Late January/Early February 

More Info Coming Soon 

LGBTQ+ Expo 

Late Spring 

More Info Coming Soon 

Inclusion at Temple Emanuel 

Pride Shabbat 

June 1, 2017 7:30 pm 

June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month and we are planning a Shabbat service to honor the 

movement for LGBTQ+ equality and inclusion and to celebrate recent victories against 

discrimination. 

You can help us in our mission by answering the following questions: 

• Do you feel that Temple Emanuel is a safe and inclusive place for 

LGBTQ people, couples and families? 

• What do you think would make Temple Emanuel a more safe and 

inclusive place for LGBTQ people, couples and families? 

• Would you like to get more 

information on how to join our 

Inclusion Committee? 

For more information please call Deb Berger 

609-314-4343 or email DebBerger1218@gmail.com 

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When your Amazon package arrives, you can’t wait to rip open the box and get to 

the contents. In the developmental world of Early Childhood Education, boxes are 

just as exciting when they are empty. One of the Pre-school’s annual programs is 

Carton Day. It was instituted by Morah Audrey Litto when the Pre-school at 

Temple Emanuel opened twenty-five years ago. It hasn’t changed one bit since it 

was great then and continues to be one of the best events each year! 

Another annual event that has taken different forms each year is the Thanksgiving 

program. This year we will be participating as a school on Tuesday, November 21st. 

We look forward to sharing this special celebration of friendship and gratitude with our students and 

their families. 

The Pre-school Staff wish all of our Pre-school and TE Families a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. 

We hope that traditions new and old make this a special time in your lives. 

The Pre-School at Temple Emanuel 

Dates to Remember 

November 1: Carton Day 

November 9: No School-NJEA 

November 10: No School- NJEA 

November 21: Thanksgiving Program 

November 22: 11:45 Dismissal for all 

November 23 & 24: No School-Thanksgiving Break 

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What is Jewish gratitude all about? So many things! In Judaism hoda’ah means 

gratitude or being thankful for what we have. There’s also a phrase, hakarat 

hatov, which extends beyond simple gratitude to “recognizing the good” all 

around us. Hakarat hatov is something kids often practice naturally when they’re 

little. For babies, everything is new and everything is amazing! As kids grow 

older, it’s hard to keep that sense of wonder. Modeling gratitude and practicing 

hakarat hatov helps children (and us grownups) remember to be thankful for 

things in our life beyond material possessions. Understanding that everything 

really is amazing helps all of us stay grounded, thankful, and healthy. 

Dr. Ron Wolfson’s Superpower #9 discusses how to give thanks. You can give thanks from the heart 

which means giving with love. You can also give of yourself, meaning giving your time to help the sick 

or making people feel good. Try using one of the following of God’s superpowers to give and be 

thankful for your good deed... 

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*Give someone a book you love 

*Give of your time and volunteer 

*Give tzedakah when you can 

*Give away your old clothes and toys 

Always give from the heart and be thankful! Wishing you joy, happiness, and a love of learning 

Dr. Rena Alpert, Director of Education 

rena@templeemanuel.org 

Dates to Remember 

November 4: Learner’s Service for 5th & 6th Graders at 10:30 am 

November 7,8 & 12: No School 

November 17: Mini-Minyan honoring 1st Graders at 6:00 pm 

November 19: 5th Grade trip to University of Penn. Museum 

November 19: 7th grade packing for Thanksgiving with Social Action 

November 28: Wish Dr. Rena A Happy Birthday 

TEFTY has had an amazing year so far. Our new youth advisor, Yana, has helped TEFTY and our other 

youth groups get off to a wonderful start with many fun programs and services. As the year continues 

we have many more fun events planned. In the coming days, there is TEFTY movie night on 

November 4th. This event is just a way to lay out, relax with your TEFTY (or non-TEFTY) friends and 

watch a movie. There will be snacks, but the movie that we will be watching will be announced 

eventually. So make sure to register for this relaxing, yet fun event. Additionally, TEFTY is looking 

forward to NFTY-PAR Fall Kallah which will be held November 17-19. This event is held at Camp 

Harlam and it is regional for jewish teens in grades 9-12 in the Pennsylvania area. It will be an amazing 

opportunity to meet new friends, and see old ones, while also discussing hot topics during interactive 

teen led programs. It is an amazing experience so do not miss out and make sure to register! Another 

opportunistic event that is coming up is TON, formally known as NFTY-PAR’s JYK event. It is open to 

6-8 graders and is held at Camp Harlam. It is an amazing event that allows middle-schoolers to get a 

Taste Of NFTY (hence the new name). New friends are always made and it is a promise to participate 

in fun and inspiring programs throughout the weekend. The event runs from December 1-3. You’ll 

even see me (TEFTY’s very own Social Action VP, Shaina Kramer) there to help run the event! I 

definitely recommend going, you will not regret it! The entire TEFTY board has been working 

extremely hard and are ecstatic for future events. We try to make them fun, engaging and rewarding. 

We are beyond excited for the month of November and future, and hope to see new faces at every 

event. 

Happy November! 

Shaina Kramer, Social Action VP 


The Religious School at Temple Emanuel Youth Engagement 

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Social Action 

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Social Action at Temple Emanuel 

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

I always associate November with GRATITUDE. 

We have so much to be grateful for. Sometimes its for a big reason and sometimes its 

just that I was lucky enough to wake up this morning. If you are reading this article, then 

I see you were lucky today too. It is an honor to be the person you trust to keep our TE 

tradition of healing the world and giving back, but I am most grateful for all that you do 

to support all of our ideas and programs. We are nothing without you. 

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE: We are collecting turkeys, side dishes and 

desserts that go into creating Thanksgiving feasts for approximately 300 families. We 

will be collecting all month. On November 19 at 4:00 pm we will sort and pack these items 

at TE for the following organizations: JFCS, CAMCARE, DUDLEY SCHOOL, TE FAMILIES, 

DUBIN HOUSE, NEW LIFE MINISTRIES CHURCH IN CAMDEN, and CHERRY HILL 

FOOD PANTRY. Someone from each organization will pick them up on Monday and 

distribute them to the families they are working with. 

Here is how you can support this program: Send food to CRAM THE VAN day at 

TE by purchasing an extra case of food at your convenience and drop it at the office. 

This is a wonderful, meaningful, fun way for anyone at any age to get involved. 

For youngsters and those who love to color - We also have Thanksgiving cards to color 

for each meal we pack while we are sorting and packing food on November 19th. 

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 following 

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. Please reach out to me so I can help match 

you up with who you feel most comfortable to purchase for. 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. 

Thank you for making our 

HIGH HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE a MAJOR SUCCESS. 

Together, we have made a huge difference in supplying 

food to the JFCS Food Pantry. 

All of your DOLLARS went to: 

1) Gift Cards sent to Areas that have been recently 

devastated by hurricanes and other natural disasters. 

2)Our Rabbis’ Good Works Funds for our 

congregational families in need. 

3) Lotem, an Outdoor Program in Israel for 

children,with special needs. 

Thank you to Steve Meller for his most appreciated 

truck to hold and deliver all of our food donations. 

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. 

November 22, 2017 

December 27, 2017 

3:30 pm 

SOCIAL ACTION MEETING DATES 

EVERYONE AND EVERY AGE WELCOME 

November 6, 2017 

December 4, 2017 

7:00 pm

templeemanuel.org/emunah 

techerryhill 


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 

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 October 15, 2017) 

#feelslikehome 

Emunah 

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November & December 2017 Calendars at TE 

Wednesday November 1, 2017 

9:00 am Pre-School Carton Day 

4:15 pm Religious School 

7:00 pm Community Mitzvah Day Meeting 

7:00 pm Up & Comers Meeting 

Thursday November 2, 2017 

9:45 am Preschool Gym 

1:30 pm Al’s Yiddish Club 

Friday November 3, 2017 

7:30 pm Alternative Shabbat Service 

7:30 pm Shabbat Family Service: Birthdays 

Saturday November 4, 2017 

9:00 am Torah Study 

10:30 am Learner’s Service 

5:30 pm Bar Mitzvah of Jonah Schoeffler 

Sunday November 5, 2017 

9:00 am On the Case: Creating Safe Space 

9:00 am Religious School 

9:15 am Adult Hebrew Class 

6:45 pm Sisterhood Book Club 

Monday November 6, 2017 

7:00 pm Social Action Committee Meeting 

7:30 pm Kol Emanuel Rehearsal 

Tuesday November 7, 2017 

No Religious School 

12:00 pm Adult Ed Lunch and Learn 



7:00 pm Education Meeting 


No Pre-School 



No Pre-School NJEA 

6:00 pm Tot Shabbat 

7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service: Honoring 

Veterans with Kol Emanuel 



6:15 pm Bat Mitzvah of Erica Kerner 




3:00 pm Casserole Cooking 

7:00 pm Executive Board Meeting 

7:00 pm Sisterhood Executive Board Meeting 



11:00 am Adult Post B’nai Mitzvah Class 



6:45 pm High School 

7:00 pm Finance Committee Meeting 


12:00 pm Henry Raich Social Club Brown Bag Lunch 


7:00 pm Membership Engagement Meeting 



12:30 pm Prime Timers Alphabet Antics Restaurant Tour 


7:00 pm Mindful Matterz Meeting 


6:00 pm Mini Minyan: 1st Grade 

7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Services: Anniversaries 



10:30 am Bat Mitzvah of Emily Kratchman 

10:30 am shabbat shalOM 

6:15 pm Bat Mitzvah of Sophie Heidt 




4:00 pm Thanksgiving Drive Packing 


9:15 am Parent Brunch & Learn 

6:45 pm Ritual Meeting 


10:30 am Pre-School Thanksgiving Program 




7:30 pm Sisterhood Board Meeting 



3:00 pm Cathedral Kitchen 




7:30 pm Shabbat Evening Service 



10:30 am Bat Mitzvah of Lauren Benkin 

6:15 pm Bar Mitzvah of Alec Herring 


NO Religious School 


7:00 pm Board of Trustees Meeting 












7:30 pm Sisterhood: Wise Mind Creations 

Friday December 1, 2017 

6:15 pm Congregational Shabbat Dinner 

7:30 pm Alternative Shabbat Service 

7:30 pm Shabbat Family Service: Birthdays 

Saturday December 2, 2017 


6:00 pm Bar Mitzvah of Kyle Handler 

Sunday December 3, 2017 

7:00 am Sisterhood Bazaar 



6:00 pm Gift Wrapping 

Monday December 4, 2017 

7:00 pm Social Action Committee Meeting 

7:30 pm Kol Emanuel 

Tuesday December 5, 2017 




Wednesday December 6, 2017 


7:00 pm Up & Comers Meeting 

Thursday December 7, 2017 



5:00 pm Barnes & Noble Night 



7:30 pm Shabbat Service 



10:30 am Bar Mitzvah of Matthew Klosinski 

5:30 pm Bar Mitzvah of Noah Shapiro 


9:00 am Men’s Club Brunch: JRA 



11:00 am Mindful Matterz Meeting 


3:00 pm Casserole Cooking 

7:00 pm Executive Board Meeting 

7:30 pm Kol Emanuel 






7:00 pm Finance Committee Meeting 


9:00 am Pre-School Hanukkah Happening 


7:00 pm Education Meeting 




7:00 pm Sisterhood Hanukkah Party 


6:00 pm Hanukkah Celebration 

7:30 pm Shabbat Service: Anniversary & Kol Emanuel 



10:30 am Bat Mitzvah of Paige Lomas 

10:30 am shabbat shalOM 

1:00 pm Just For You Service: Hanukkah


9:00 am 3rd Grade Family Ed 



11:00 am Club Chaverim and Club Noar Escape Rooms 

2:00 pm EJY and TEFTY Escape Rooms 


6:45 pm Ritual Meeting 




5:30 pm Hanukkah Candlelighting 


7:30 pm Sisterhood Board Meeting 


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 Restaurant Tour 










No Pre-School 


No Pre-School 



No Pre-School 


3:00 pm Cathedral Kitchen 


No Pre-School 



No Pre-School 






kvell 

korner 

Send your kvell moments 

to Rachel Thomas 

at rachel@templeemanuel.org 

Mazel Tov to 

Paula & Martin Levine 

on the birth of three grandchildren 

and to 

Sara and David Redfield 

on the birth of their twins, 

Jack Donnell Redfield & 

Joseph Robert Redfield 

on September 6, 2017 

as well as to 

Jessica Laino and Max Levine 

on the birth of their daughter, 

Cienna Lorraine Levine 

on September 25, 2017 

Mazel Tov to 

Heather & Tom Furey 

on the birth of their son, 

Mackan Ellis Furey 

on October 16, 2017 

Mazel Tov to 

Myrna & Marshall Fineman 

on celebrating 

60 years of marriage 

ALL DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE 

Please consult the online calendars at 

www.templeemanuel.org 

for the most up-to-date information 

All Donations from 

August, September & October 

will be listed in the 

December/January Edition 

of “The Light” 

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Jewish Federation of Southern NJ’s 

2018 European Roots & Revival Mission: 

March of the Living (Poland), Berlin & Prague 

Join Rabbi Jerry and Peggy David and the Jewish Federation of Southern NJ on a trip of a lifetime. 

Explore Jewish roots while we journey through the history of Eastern European Jewry, the Holocaust, 

and Jewish revival. Explore the family history of members in our community who will join this trip. 

Highlights 

Poland: 

• March of the Living 2018: Join over 13,000 people from all over the world as they march 

3 kilometers from Auschwitz to Birkenau. This year’s march commemorates the 

30th anniversary of the March of the Living. 

• Auschwitz & Auschwitz-Birkenau 

• Warsaw Ghetto and Jewish Krakow 

Continue on to: 

Berlin – Jewish Life in Berlin: 

• Walk along Grosse Hamburger Strasse, once the center of Berlin Jewry 

• Visit Berlin’s excellent museums including the Jewish Museum of Berlin 

• Berlin Wall Memorial 

Prague – The Glory of Jewish Prague: 

• Prague Castle 

• Guided visit through Jewish Prague, including the Old Ghetto and the 

Precious Legacy Exhibit at the Jewish Museum 

For more information email rboyd@jfedsnj.org 

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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 

Yana List 

Director of Youth Engagement 

1101 Springdale Road 

Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 

www.templeemanuel.org 856.489.0029 

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November 2017 Light

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