SEPTEMBER, 2012/ELUL, 5772-TISHRI, 5773

A Sweet Welcome to the New Year, 5773

New Holiday Program Brings Festivity to Erev Rosh Hashanah

n exciting and joyous welcome to the New Year on Erev Rosh Hashanah awaits those who gather on temples front lawn and mansion terrace on Sunday, September 16 at 5:30 P.M. for a program of uplifting music and meaningful readings. Spend this sunset hour at TSTI with your family and friends celebrating the joy of the holiday in an outdoor setting. Remember to bring your blankets and lawn chairs. The program will end with everyone receiving the traditional New Year treat of apples and honey. No tickets are required and friends who are not temple members are warmly welcome.

ur Erev Rosh Hashanah service in the Main Sanctuary on Sunday, September 16 at 7:30 P.M. is open to temple members who hold either Early or Late tickets. As always, this traditional service brings the familiar music and prayers we look forward to at this special time of year.

Whats Happening on Sukkot and Simchat Torah

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njoy a sukkah decorating party on Monday, October 1 at 6:oo P.M. Its always a treat to help our youngsters create decorations for the sukkah on the mansion terrace followed by holiday blessings offered by our clergy. A Sukkot Service will be held earlier in the day at 10:30 A.M. Yizkor Service and Lunch of Remembrance, sponsored by the Adam Katz Fund, takes place on Monday, October 8 at 10:30 A.M.

n the evening of October 8, at 6:00 P.M., we celebrate Simchat Torah, the completion of the Torah and immediately begin with the first words of Genesis -- a powerful moment to share with everyone in the sanctuary. This year we will also celebrate the 30th year of the merger of Temple Israel and Temple Sharey Tefilo, a wonderful event to take note of, especially at this holiday season.

Schedule of Services
Clergy Rabbi Daniel M. Cohen, D.Min. Rabbi Ellie Lynn Miller, M.A.R.E. Cantor Rebecca Moses Cantor Joan Finn Rabbi Harvey S. Goldman, Emeritus Rabbi Herbert Weiner, Emeritus Cantor Theodore Aronson, Emeritus Lay Leadership Jay Rice, President Rob Ozer, VP Jules Nissim, VP Sue Wishnow, VP Max Weisenfeld, VP Lisa Tilton-Levine, VP Jennifer Larson, VP Renee Helfenstein, VP Jeff DuBowy, Treasurer Janet Schwamm, Secretary Leslie Y. Sporn, Executive Director Carol Paster, Preschool Director Mindy Schreff, Religious School Director Tracy Horwitz, LSW, Program Director Beth Sandweiss, MA, MSW JFS Social Worker at TSTI Sunny Seglin, Bulletin MEMBER CONGREGATION UNION FOR REFORM JUDAISM

Saturday, September 1 Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M. Gross Bet Midrash Friday, September 7 Ki Tetze Shabbat Service and Installation of Cantor Rebecca Moses, 7:30 P.M. Bass Sanctuary Building Saturday, September 8 Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M. Gross Bet Midrash Bat Mitzvah of Rachel Granados, 10:30 A.M. Slichot Service and Program, 7:00 P.M. Friday, September 14 Nitzavim Shabbat Service and Installation of Ofcers and Board of Trustees, 6:00 P.M. Bass Sanctuary Building Saturday, September 15 Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M. Gross Bet Midrash Sunday, September 16 Erev Rosh Hashanah A Sweet Welcome to the New Year, 5:30 P.M. Erev Rosh Hashanah Service, 7:30 P.M. Monday, September 17 Rosh Hashanah Early Rosh Hashanah Service, 8:30 A.M. Childrens Program, 8:30 A.M. Late Rosh Hashanah Service, 11:15 A.M. Intergenerational Service, 2:15 P.M. Friday, September 21 Vayelech Shabbat Shuvah, 7:30 P.M. Saturday, September 22 Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M. Gross Bet Midrash Tuesday, September 25 Erev Yom Kippur Early Kol Nidre Service, 6:45 P.M. Late Kol Nidre Service, 9:15 P.M.

Wednesday, September 26 Yom Kippur Early Yom Kippur Service, 8:30 A.M. Childrens Program, 8:30 A.M. LateYom Kippur Service, 11:15 P.M. Meditation, 1:30 P.M. AIPAC Speaker, 1:30 P.M. Intergenerational Service, 2:15 P.M. Afternoon Service, Yizkor and Neilah, 3:30 P.M. Friday, September 28 Haazinu Shabbat Service, 6:00 P.M. Saturday, September 29 Minyan Service, 9:15 A.M. Gross Bet Midrash Bat Mitzvah of Kayla Wolf, 10:15 A.M. Bat Mitzvah of Ilana Lurie, 10:30 A.M.

TSTI ISRAEL TOUR December 19-31, 2012

Led by Cantor Ted and Sonia Aronson
SEE THE ISRAEL YOUVE NEVER SEEN BEFORE! DELUXE HOTELS - EXCLUSIVE DINE-A-ROUND RESTAURANTS Special rate (land only) $3,073.00 per person (includes $100.00 per person donation to TSTI) VIP visit (with internationally renowned escort) to West Bank town of Ariel Visit to Givat Haviva (Western Galilee Jewish/Arab Israeli educational project) Participate in newest archaeological excavations Optional Adult Bar or Bat Mitzvah and/or Wedding renewal ceremony at Southern Wall Experience the Israeli world of Art and Music throughout the tour Optional extension: Eilat/Petra December 30-January 2, 2013 If you have frequent yer mileage USE IT NOW! If not, we will provide you with the best available air fare. Limited space available. Let us know NOW if you are interested. Dont miss out on this unique experience! For information call Marilyn Ziemke 973-226-2441

Teen & Parent Volunteers for High Holy Days Childrens Programs
We Cant do it Without You!
8th 12th GRADERS We need your help running the activities and discussion groups for children in kindergarten through 6th grade. PARENT CHAPERONES We need your help supervising the children, making sure everyone is safe and having fun! Let us know you can help please email Tracy Horwitz at thorwitz@tstinj.org. Include your name, email and phone number and grade if teen volunteer: Indicate Availability: Rosh Hashanah: Monday, September 17 at 8:00 am Yom Kippur: Wednesday, September 26 at 8:00 am How about both programs?

LED BY CANTOR ARONSON

Our annual tradition of following Slichot with a memorial service at Sharey Telo Cemetery, Orange Road in Montclair will continue, this year on Sunday, September 9 at 11:00 A.M.

CEMETERY MEMORIAL SERVICE

From the Rabbis Study

I was initially going to write this bulletin article about the situation in Israel as it pertains to Iran, Syria and other countries and parties in the region. All indications suggest that things are rapidly moving toward a critical stage as Irans nuclear capabilities move ever closer to reality and Israel is reportedly drawing closer to a decision as to how to respond. As I noted, I WAS going to write this bulletin article on the subject of Israel but things are likely to move so quickly that whatever I wrote now would be old news by the time you read it. In addition, between the time I write this and you read it, I will be spending a day in Washington DC for a briefing on the current situation in the Middle East. As such, rather than use this space to share some thoughts I will, instead, be updating our temple website and iPhone app on a regular basis. I do, however, want to share a few of the sources I read to gain a better understanding of the socio-political situation. In particular I receive the RSS feeds from Honest Reporting http://honestreporting.com IRAC- The Israel Religious Action Center. http://www.irac-online.org Camera- http://www.camera.org

have two different opportunities to be together to welcome the New Year and have everyone participate in either or both. The rest of the Holy Days worship schedule will remain the same as in years past.

Temple Programming:
This fall promises to be as full and rich as I have ever seen. We begin by formally welcoming Cantor Moses to the congregation on Friday, September 7. The following week we will install our Officers and Board of Trustees during a service many will help lead! That brings us into the Holy Days which will culminate with Simchat Torah on Monday, October at 6:00 P.M. This wont be just any Simchat Torah service this year since it will also celebrate the 30th Anniversary of TSTI. Cantor Aronson will be back on his bimah to celebrate with us. Add in all the regular programming and our new Health and Wellness Center and, as you can see, there is a great deal happening at TSTI. More than ever before, we will be using our website, FaceBook, TSTI Twitter feed and iPhone app to share important temple news, offer updates and insights into events in the local and larger Jewish world AND have a conversation about subjects that matter. As the New Year begins, I want to take this opportunity to thank you for the privilege of serving our congregation. I am constantly reminded how lucky I am to serve a community like this and that community only exists because of all of you. Wishing you the sweetest Shana Tovah,

The High Holy Days:

There has been some confusion with regard to the worship schedule this Rosh Hashanah and I thought I would take a few moments to clarify. We will welcome the New Year on Erev Rosh Hashanah, Sunday, September 16, with one single service that begins at 7:30 P.M. This way everyone in attendance will be able to welcome the New Year together as a temple family. At 5:30 P.M. we will welcome the New Year in an informal manner with song and some sweet blessings. This is NOT a worship service but is, instead, an opportunity for us to come together as a community and share a few informal moments. (Think of it like Rosh Hashanah Tailgate Party without the beer and hotdogs.) :) Come, and then stay for worship. Or come, and then go home and share a festive Rosh Hashanah meal. Our goal is to

And on that Note . . .

We all have a favorite piece of clothing. Maybe its an old pair of jeans that are broken in really well. Perhaps its a sweatshirt that has been washed until it is the softest thing in your closet. It could be a favorite scarf that you take out every winter that keeps you warm and reminds you of the countless times you have worn it before. We all have that piece of clothing that is as much about memory as it is about apparel. Favorite songs can be like that too. The music of the High Holidays fills us with emotion. There are pieces that are so dear that they are like old friends. Hearing Max Janowskis Avinu Malkeinu instantly puts me in the mindset to greet the New Year. Similarly, there is really nothing like taking that breath before beginning the haunting melody of Kol Nidre. These moments are just as much about the beautiful music as they are about the memories I have associated with them. I will never forget singing Avinu Malkeinu during services in Jerusalem in a sanctuary with a panoramic view of the Old City. Nor will I ever forget the year my mother leaned over to me just before the beginning of Kol Nidre and whispered that someday that would be me singing in front of my own congregation. Those memories are priceless and I can feel them every time I sing those prayers. Another of these songs for me was Max Helfmans Shma Koleinu. Its such a powerful piece of music. The strong style of this piece seems to demand that God listen to our prayer. I thought there was no other way to sing this text. I was convinced that nothing could match the power of Helfmans setting. Then I heard Max Janowskis take on this piece. It was so different. Rather than demanding that God listen, it requested Gods attention in a much more plaintive way. I was taken aback by this equally affective masterpiece of music. It was like I had found a new favorite sweater. I felt dishonest to my old favorite. I realized that it was okay to have more than one favorite. There was room for both. One of my favorite things about Jewish music is that while we have a huge treasure trove of beautiful texts we have an even larger collection of music to go with it. Although there is only one melody for Somewhere Over the Rainbow, there are countless melodies for many of our most beloved Jewish texts. As we gear up for the High Holidays I have a favor to ask of you all. I promise that there will be many of your favorite songs this holiday season. There will also be songs that may be new to you. I ask you to give them a chance. You never know, you may find a new favorite among them.

Join in the Festivities

when Cantor Rebecca Moses is installed as Cantor of Temple Sharey Telo-Israel at Shabbat Services Friday, September 7 at 7:30 P.M. A delicious oneg will follow services.

Renaissance Group
It is that time of year againthe High Holy Days will soon be upon us. We hope youve had a most enjoyable, safe and healthy summer. In July, Renaissance presidents Matty and Dan Goldberg hosted a brunch at their home to introduce our new Cantor, Rebecca Moses and her husband Aaron to the Renaissance Steering Committee. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the morning. In case you are not aware of what the Steering Committee does, they are the people who meet periodically to plan the programs and lead the various trips we take and as I am sure you will all agree, do a most splendid job. You will soon receive information in the mail about what we will be doing for the 2012-2013 season. May you and your families have a Happy Healthy New Year. LaShana Tova.

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The Presidents Point of View

Linda and Rudy Slucker

Religious School

I do not know if it is an actual memory, or that my father told me the story so many times it became etched in my memory. But when I was five, my grandfather took my father and me to his synagogue, the Brooklyn Avenue Z Synagogue, for Kol Nidre. At some point in the service the Synagogue President came to the bima, called out the names of the male members alphabetically and the members would publically announce their Kol Nidre pledge. When one man stood up and declared, I pledge nothing! my grandfather whispered to us nobody likes him. My grandfathers best friend would then announce his pledge and when it was my grandfathers turn, he would always pledge one dollar more than his best friend. Thankfully, I do not have to preside over such a campaign. Some years later, as a teenager, I would accompany my father to Yom Kippur services. When it was time for Yizkor, he would look at me and I knew I was supposed to leave. While thankful not to have the need to stay, there was something quite mysterious about Yizkor. I admit that I was curious. What were they saying in there? And, I will always remember the big family dinners. While there was wonderful traditional Jewish food the picture that stands out in my mind is the four old style bottles of seltzer on the table. The seltzer was as important as the chicken soup or brisket. Our holidays are certainly a time for reflection and prayer. But, to me, the greatest blessing of the holidays is that it brings families together, (whether it be kids who return from college or grandparents who stay north until the holidays come to an end.) So for this New Year, in addition to my best wishes for peace and health, I hope you share with your families events that will become treasured memories in the years ahead.

Wow! What a summer! The Religious School staff and I spent the summer recharging our spiritual and educational batteries, revving up for another amazing year with our students! In early August many of us were blessed to be able to attend NewCAJE- an annual learning conference for Jewish educators that is held every summer in a different location around the country. Thanks to a generous grant from the Jewish Federation of Metrowest, five of our teachers, myself, Carol Paster and Cantor Finn were able to share a refreshing, uplifting three days at Montclair State University. Together we learned from Jewish leaders and educators all over the country who shared their expertise in educating the next generation of Jews. NewCAJE is like a trip to the candy store- there is so much to do and see you dont know where to turn first! Every day is filled with learning and experiencing Judaism in ways that are so exciting that you want to bring every single idea back to your school and share it with your students. Of course we had to pick and choose, so here is just a taste of what our students will experience this year: Our Sixth Graders are going to learn about Israel through an exciting curriculum called Israel Inside U: a hands on, up to the minute approach which inspires students, reinforcing their feeling of pride in Israel while building a sense of belonging to the Jewish People. We are able to bring this program to TSTI through the generosity of a donor and we are very grateful and excited to enable our students to experience cutting edge learning. Our Seventh Graders will have the opportunity to experience many new electives, many of which will center on connecting pop culture and Judaism. All of our students, from the youngest to oldest will be worshipping together and interpreting prayers in ways that bring new and relevant meaning to our ancient guiding words. And there will be singing like you have never heard! New songs by dynamic Jewish song-leaders have burst on the scene; our students will be singing and dancing to their new favorite Jewish tunes in no time! This year we will be blessed to work with Cantor Moses to build a strong connection between classroom curriculum and our music program. To say I am excited is an understatement, and as I sat around the lunch table at NewCAJE with so many of our staff, I was reminded why TSTI is such an amazing place to learn and grow. There is an energy in this community that is palpable and unlike any other, and we are all so very blessed to be a part of it.

Jay Rice, President

The Officers and Trustees of TSTI will be Installed during Shabbat Services, Friday, September 14 at 6:00 PM. We appreciate the dedication of our lay-leaders to the well-being of our congregation. Their support and their talents are recognized by all.

Mindy Schreff

Religious School Director

The Iris Family

. . . . and what a celebration it was!

As we turn the hourglass over and the sands of time begin to fall on a new Temple season and a new year, we cant help but reflect on the Simcha Celebration of last spring to honor Cantor Ted Aronson and his 45 year career at TSTI. Three couples, long-time friends, and congregants of the Aronsons served as honorary chair people with the goal of creating and crafting a memorable and fitting tribute for Ted. Barbara and Jon Green, Doris and Jeff Spector, and Linda and Joel Scharf guided our mission with grace, style, caring and energy. On May 18 we were treated to a wonderful musical Shabbat and the spiritual sounds of Noah Aronson, Cantors Romalis, Biddleman, Finn and Aronson. A spectacular Oneg Shabbat was organized for our community by Matty Goldberg and her army of artisan bakers. The room was beautifully decorated by the handy work of Lynn Rainen and Heidi Sussman. What a wonderful way to welcome Shabbat and to join in song together. Nearly three weeks later, more than 300 congregants, friends and family gathered on a beautiful Saturday evening in June to once again fill our Temple home with music, laughter and love. Cantors 45-year legacy was brought to a crescendo in a Mediterranean inspired room full of the sights, sounds and tastes of Israel. Many hours and many talented volunteers helped contribute to this wonderful celebration. Special kudos to Peggy Barnett, Karen Masters, Heidi Sussman and Russell Kaplan for creating a wonderful, uplifting Saturday night celebration filled with great vibes, food, drinks, music and energy! The events were also memorialized with a commemorative virtual tribute journal in honor of Cantor. Jules Nissim skillfully led his team of volunteers Joe and Cindy Sobelman, Breena Fishback, Annette and Harold Littman, Brett Harwood, Jack Fersko, Sue Nissim, Rob Ozer, and Hope Pomerantz. A hearty thanks to Ed Finkel and Sara Rudisil for their creative input and professionalism in planning for the entire event. Our budget goals were met and the entire TSTI family will benefit from the honorary tributes of many. We are extremely grateful to all who helped to organize this wonderful event for Temple and all those who attended to share in the joy of this Simcha Celebration and milestone in our Temple history.

I had mentioned in my last bulletin article that I had registered for an interesting series of three back-to-back conferences which created an odd juxtaposition of experiences: the first for early childhood outdoor education on a farm, the next for woodworking, and the last for Jewish educators. As expected, I was exposed to a variety of interesting, passionate people gathered together in a series of self-selected workshops. In the first I was digging in the dirt, harvesting, prepping, cooking and sharing a meal as part of a Farm to Table event. As co-chair of this national conference, I was an insider. I felt very comfortable. At the Fine Wood Working Live conference I was one of 4 women in a group of 200 male woodworkers. Although a complete outsider as far as being involved in the planning prior to arrival, I felt as though I had come home. These people spoke my language. I felt very comfortable. At the NewCAJE event, I was in a sea of Jewish adults, primarily women, dedicated to the religious education of children. It was a huge crowd, but I was part of a group of 7 other TSTI educators. I felt very comfortable. While my interests are divergent, there is a common thread that connects me to these groups--I felt as though I belonged; some more so than others, but I belonged in some way. I grew up always feeling like a minority and by default I became fiercely independent. Because I have a passion for creative outlets that my peers dont share I deal with being the outsider by finding a way to be a leader. Rather than being shy, keeping on the outskirts as a loner, I choose to get involved with the planning and background work in an effort to fit in somehow. So how does this relate to the children I meet in both the early childhood and the religious school settings? I think they are all minorities at this point; they all feel like outsiders in some way, as do their parents. They are all unsure where they fit in the world of friendships, interests or maybe their Judaic comfort level. On my Facebook page I posted a quote, Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle. The preschool children are struggling with following societal rules, trying to sit still, learning to ride a tricycle or use the potty. Their parents are struggling to get a full nights sleep and just one quiet dinner that can be eaten without interruption while its still hot. The teachers in the preschool struggle to strike a balance between what parents want and what children need. So how do we help children and parents with these struggles? How do we help them feel that they are insiders when they enter the doors of TSTI? For myself, my comfort level at each conference was a function of three factors: did I make

a connection with at least one person, did anyone share my interests and did I feel accepted. I suggest that you try to draw the shy ones out of their shells, embrace those who have yet to figure out the social system of school or synagogue life, welcome each with a warm smile as though they are your own family. Put out your hand to a stranger at a Friday night service and introduce yourself. In short, include them. And they will feel very comfortable.

Carol Paster

Preschool Director

Our Bnai Mitzvah Womens Connection

Rachel Elena Granados September 8, 2012 Rachel is the daughter of Debbie and Robert Granados, sister of Jake, and granddaughter of Adolfo and Elisabeth Granados, Kathy and John Iler, and Judy Mann. Mitzvah Project: Rachel volunteered for the Friends at Home weekly program through the Friendship Circle. Ilana Jacqueline Lurie September 29, 2012 Ilana is the daughter of Todd and Monique Lurie, sister of Max, and granddaughter of Adele and Edwin Lurie and Elly de la Cour Mitzvah project: Ilana organized a bake in support of the Jewish National Fund. She planted trees in a new forest in the Galilee with her family this summer. Kayla Marie Wolf September 29, 2012 Kayla is the daughter of Rick and Kelly Wolf, sister of Evan and Jared, and granddaughter of Roberta and Herb Wolf, and Jessie and Richard Byrnes. Mitzvah Project: Because of her love for camp, Kayla organized several garage sales to raise money for a foundation that sends children to NJY camps.

It was just past 6:00 in the evening. The sun was shining, the tables were set, the cups waited for coffee (decaf, of course) and the rosebuds in the vases added an elegant look. Thanks to the capable hands of our maintenance team, Debbie and Jesse, the mansion looked beautiful. Sangria was being mixed in the kitchen. Suddenly the sky darkened and the clouds began to roll in. There were some concerned trips to the window, some questions of moving tables, but the decision was to hold firm and expect the weather would cooperate. It did. In fact, it was perfect. Over 50 women, including Rabbi Ellie Miller, Cantor Rebecca Moses and Cantor Joan Finn gathered on the patio, ate, drank and talked well into the evening. It was a great chance to relax, enjoy each others company, and get to know each other just a little better. It was the perfect opening for the Womens Connection 2012-2013 season. We are looking forward to our next event on Thursday, October 11 - an evening with Linda Slucker, President of National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) and long-time member of TSTI. Those who have heard Linda Slucker speak know that she is informed and intelligent. Her dedication to Tikun Olam (making the world a better place) is inspirational. This is an evening you will not want to miss. The entire 2012-2013 season promises to be filled with events from wellness programs to book discussions with the Rabbi, from a walking tour of Brooklyn to the Womens Connection seder, Womens Connection provides an environment where TSTI women of all generations can connect with one another, building ties within the congregation. So join us. Membership in the Womens Connection is just $36. You can sign up at our first event on October 11. A Womens Connection brochure of events will be mailed in September. We look forward to seeing you.

COLLEGE CORNER
PLEASE REGISTER YOUR CHILD(REN) WITH TSTI COLLEGE CORNER! Students receive emails connecting them to clergy and care packages 3 times per school year. In addition, The Womens Connection sends a Chanukah package to each student. Please ll out the form and mail to : TSTI 432 Scotland Road, South Orange, NJ 07079 Attn: College Corner or email the information to thorwitz@tstinj.org. Len and Audrey Weiss have generously underwritten this program.

Student Name __________________________________________ School ________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________ ______________________________________________________ On Campus Housing? _______ Off Campus Housing?_______ Y N Should the mailing address include the school name?

Pam Rodman-Paro and Roberta Probber

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All in the Family

Mazel tov to:
Janice and Manny Kursky on the marriage of their son, Paul, to Melissa Holman. Jane and Ed Decter on the marriage of their son, Greg, to Caren Lerner. Arlene and Andy Brafman on the engagement of their daughter, Elise, to Farrell Simon.

Loved Ones Remembered

Joe Abrams Remembered by Judith Abrams Mary Tirone Remembered by Joie Berman Abraham Cherins Remembered by Robert Cherins Mary Shapiro Remembered by Barry Cohen Dominick DeChiara Remembered by Dominick DeChiara Marcia Anderson Remembered by Judy Dunst David Ettelman Lia Neuberger Remembered by Susan Eisenhauer Samuel Goldstein Herbert Galston Remembered by Roslyn Fink Joan Green Miron Remembered by Alice Fried William Furst Remembered by Henry Furst Tillie Handshuh Remembered by Bonnie Garely Sarah Perri Remembered by Harold Garwin Arthur Gittes Remembered by Franklin Gittes Emanuel Klein Remembered by Matty Goldberg William Kessman Remembered by Muriel Goldstein Ruth Goodman Remembered by Sandra Goodman Philip Grand Sylvia Schilling Remembered by Susan Grand Leane Woller Marilyn Harwood Remembered by Brett & Margery Harwood Nathan Greenberg Remembered by Estelle Hollaender Arnold Jacobs Remembered by Alva Jacobs Morris Jacobs Remembered by Andrew Jacobs William Stern Remembered by Mildred Kass Philip Klein Remembered by Robert Klein Rose Lainer Remembered by Sanford Lainer Philip Leit Remembered by David Leit Sylvia Kaplan Remembered by Irene Liewant Rae Teitlebaum Remembered by Murray Mankowitz Juliette Goosman Remembered by Robin Maxwell Judith Zik Remembered by Marilyn Mohr Mark Movitz Rose Drexler Remembered by Betty Movitz Evelyn Scharf Remembered by Susan Nissim Bee Agran Remembered by Gregg Ostroff Stephen Otner Remembered by David Otner Philip Slutzky Nathaniel Goldberg Remembered by Lisa Goldberg Ozer Shirley Presby Remembered by Thomas Presby Pauline Shames Remembered by Lillian Rachleff Kenneth Randel Remembered by Jane Randel Bernard Rice Remembered by Jay Rice Mollie Rosen Remembered by Mark Rosen Anna Margulis Remembered by Selma Rosen Minnie Yutkowitz Remembered by Joan Rosenthal Nora G. Thompson Remembered by Eileen Roth Harold Safris Remembered by Michael Safris Louis Salowe Remembered by Phyllis Salowe-Kaye Gail Munson Remembered by Marjorie Solomon Nettie Sklar Remembered by Doris Spector Harold Staenberg Remembered by Rick Staenberg Bernice Starr Remembered by Jerry Starr Abraham Steinhauer Remembered by William Steinhauer Estelle Weiner Remembered by Barbara Stoller Theodore Swimmer Remembered by Leonard Swimmer Bernard Wasser Remembered by Holli Wasser-Gibbons Mildred Mindlin Burnstein Remembered by Ruth Weinberg Florence Weintraub Remembered by Stephen Weintraub Bernard Grushkin Gertrude Weiss Remembered by Frankie & Martin Weiss Judd Winick Remembered by Roslyn Winick

In Memoriam
ETHEL BARBANEL Mother of Joseph Barbanel JEAN BILLET Grandmother of Meredith Mintz STANLEY LIEBER Father of Bennett Lieber HAROLD OLSEN Stepfather of Ellen Stavitsky SAUL ROSEN Husband of Helen Rosen MARIAN SHAFF Mother of Betsy Sobo PHYLLIS SUSSMAN Mother of Bart Sussman JACK WEINSTOCK Father of Shelley Weinstock Bartick

May their memories be for a blessing

A Note from our IFP Soup Kitchen Chair

I am pleased to welcome Jodi Sherer as the Co-Coordinator for the IFP Soup Kitchen. She has generously agreed to chair this worthwhile cause with me. She has already jumped in and has worked on our August event. I also want to thank Debbie Granados for chairing with me temporarily and for getting us started with this endeavor back in March. Thanks too, to Beth Zelnick-Kaufman who co-ordinates with Supreme Bakery for us and is helping out as a Day Leader. And, special thanks to all of you who make each serving possible. Without you many of our neighbors would go hungry another day. Sincerely, Robin Greenberg

Contributions in memory of loved ones and in honor of the simchas in our lives are acts of loving kindness. We are grateful for your generous support of Temple through various Temple Funds.
TEMPLE FUND
IN MEMORY OF Joel Lavin, brother of Carol Simon Jesse, Leslie & Ariel Bayer Doris & Jeff Spector David Balls father Arthur Davis Barbara & Norman Eig Stephanie, daughter of Hal Garwin Lisa Suss Barbara & Norman Eig IN HONOR OF Joe & Robyn Biers new twin granddaughters Barbara & Norman Eig

TRIBUTES
MELVILLE & ROSE BERLOW MUSIC FUND
IN MEMORY OF Carol Simons brother Judith Kantor SPEEDY RECOVERY Judith Goldberg Howard & Lorraine Yablon

LINDA & RUDY SLUCKER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL FUND

IN HONOR OF Cindy Brodericks 60th Birthday Wendy Kay, Financial Focus Rachel Rothman winning the Hoffman/Grinspoon-Steinhardt Award Max & Gail Weisenfeld

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This is not an offering, which can be made only by prospectus. Read the prospectus carefully before investing to fully evaluate the risks associated with investing in State of Israel bonds. Photos: iStockphoto.com/Steven Allan; Photo Courtesy of the IDF; iStockphoto.com/Dejan Gileski Member FINRA

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The Apter family returns to Maplewood, continuing to serve the Jewish Community for four generations.
Services available from $4695* Up to a $500 donation back to Temple Sharey Tefilo-Israel from each funeral. In home and at need arrangements available from an Apter family member.

J.L.

Apter Memorial Chapels

A Non Profit Jewish Funeral Home
Independently Owned and Operated

973.376.2600 973.761.1212

2122 Millburn Ave. Maplewood, NJ

Jason L. Apter, Manager, NJ Lic. No. 3650

Considering home care? Speak with us rst.

Live-in or hourly support Driving to doctor appts., the JCC & more Long term care or post surgical assistance Long term care insurance accepted

*Graveside/SOP package includes professional charges, preparation, and local transportation. Does not include casket, vault, shroud and cash disbursements such as cemetery fees, death certificates, gratuities. Request our general price list. Call for details.

Larry Aronson, Owner Joan Goldner-Lasofsky, Community Relations Dir. 973-810-0110 MARK A. SPERO CONTRACTING
Home Repairs and Remodeling
Fully Insured

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WILBERS PAINTING
973-762-6333 Interior & Exterior
THE SOURCE OF COMFORT AND SUPPORT FOR THE JEWISH COMMUNITY SINCE 1880
THE LEADERS IN ADVANCE FUNERAL PLANNING

Specializing in the Small Jobs You Cant Get To Cell: 973-444-9029 Fax: 973-736-3671 E-mail: mm2392@peoplepc.com West Orange, NJ 07052

Ross Shalom Chapels

SUBURBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL
68 OLD SHORT HILLS RD, LIVINGSTON, NJ
Louis J. Urban, Manager - NJ Lic. No. 3537
Funeral Directors: Allan L. Kreitzman - NJ Lic. No. 2522 Louis J. Urban - NJ Lic. No. 3537

A Lifetime Commitment To Honest, Caring Service In Our Shared Tradition, At Three Elegant Locations 345 Main Street 415 Morris Avenue 49 Whippany Road Chatham, NJ 07926 Springfield, NJ 07081 Whippany, NJ. 07981 Toll Free 855-606-3600 b Phone 973-665-1800 b www.rosschapels.com Mark Samuel Ross, Esq., Manager, N.J. Lic. No. JP03716 Robin L. Ross, Licensed Funeral Director, N.J. Lic. No. JP04283

(973) 422-0600 (800) 938-6372

We Offer A Special Program For Your Synagogue Members Which Provides Cost Savings

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432 Scotland Road South Orange, New Jersey 07079 Contact us at info@tstinj.org Visit our website at www.tsti.org Ph: 973-763-4116 Fax: 973-763-3941

NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. Postage Paid Permit #7091 Newark, N.J.

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

Printed on recycled paper.

40 Main Street West Orange, NJ 07052 973-736-1732 RICHARD STOLZ President

40 So uth J e ff e rso n Ro a d W hi p p a n y, NJ 07981

NJ NY

973.560.4540 212.361.0022

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