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RABBI’S MESSAGE - JANUARY 2020 Congregation B’nai Harim Children of the Mountains Congregation B’nai Harim, P.O. Box 757, Pocono Pines, PA 18350/ (570) 646-0100 http://www.bnaiharimpoconos.org NEWSLETTER JANUARY 2020 / VOLUME 26, ISSUE 1 PAGE ONE/B’NAI HARIM What’s New Year’s about, really? Not the noise or carousing of Times Square, surely. Not the funny hats or unrealistic resolutions. But the image of the New Year as a new baby has possibilities. For us, this is a fifth new year. We had our spiritual New Year at Rosh haShanah when we were charged to begin to reconcile with family and friends from whom we had be- come estranged. Before that there was the beginning of the month of Elul. Had we been herders in the ancient land of Israel, that would have been the time to set aside a tenth of our yearling cattle. Nowadays, the first of Elul marks the beginning of spiritual preparations for Rosh haShanah, both more meaningful to us and, well, more moo-ving. Before that had been Pesach, the beginning of our existence as a free people with a purpose and a schedule all our own, a far cry from the oppression of slavery. The rites of the Seder are supposed to help us appreciate the journey out of bondage and the importance of liberty to all who are oppressed. Even before that had been a relative new-comer to the list of Jewish New Years, Tu b’Shevat, the new year of fruit trees. Originally the 15 th of the month of Shevat was the time to tithe those fruit trees. Ever since the Kabbalists of Sfat saw the mystical potential in this holiday, we’ve used it as a reminder of the connection among all the things that grow on this earth. So, what’s left for the secular new year? We have Chanukah to celebrate the steady return of light and, as mentioned, Tu b’Shevat for the first stirrings of the trees; Pesach covers springtime and freedom and our spirits are re-invigorated in the fall. This fifth new year can mark the way we fit in. We agree to align our calendar with that of the majority of the world. We get yet another opportunity to stop for a while and evaluate how we are doing. Are we taking care of ourselves spiritually by putting our Jewish values to work? Are we car- ing for ourselves and those around us who may be suffering from loneliness or physical or economic distress? Are we caring for the earth by being respectful of limited resources? Do we value our free- dom enough to help others gain theirs? If you can answer yes to these questions, drink a toast to yourself at midnight! May the new year bring more of the same! But if we must answer no to any of these questions, perhaps we can borrow a custom from Pesach and dip out some of that champagne to mark the ways we have fallen short. There will still be plenty of bubbles to stimulate the hope that 2020 will help us see clearly and act with conviction. Here’s to taking the fifth—for the wellbeing of all. Rabbi Peg Kershenbaum HOSTING AN EVENT? RABBI PEG WILL BE AWAY NEED TO USE THE TEMPLE? FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY Need access to the temple for an event you are hosting? Please note that having an event on the calendar does not guarantee that the building will be open. For security rea- sons, access to the building is limited. Please contact Bev- erly Novick, our Housing and Building Chair, at least 5 days before the event to arrange access. Beverly may be reached at [email protected] or (732) 735-6497. In the event that Bev Novick is not available to open the temple, the following local people having keys are: Abbey Spector, Phyllis Miller, Meredith Stempel, Honi Gruenberg, and Stacy Mitgang. Rabbi Peg will be away for the month of January, out of town until January 13. If there is an emergency before January 13, please contact Rabbi Seth Phillips of Tem- ple Keneseth Israel of Allentown. He can be reached by cell: (443) 545-9998 or through the KI office: (610) 435-9074 If there is an emergency after that, Rabbi Peg will be available.

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RABBI’S MESSAGE - JANUARY 2020

Congregation B’nai Harim Children of the Mountains

Congregation B’nai Harim, P.O. Box 757, Pocono Pines, PA 18350/ (570) 646-0100 http://www.bnaiharimpoconos.org

NEWSLETTER JANUARY 2020 / VOLUME 26, ISSUE 1

PAGE ONE/B’NAI HARIM

What’s New Year’s about, really? Not the noise or carousing of Times Square, surely. Not the funny hats or unrealistic resolutions. But the image of the New Year as a new baby has possibilities. For us, this is a fifth new year. We had our spiritual New Year at Rosh haShanah when we were charged to begin to reconcile with family and friends from whom we had be-come estranged. Before that there was the beginning of the month of Elul. Had we been herders in the ancient land of Israel, that would have been the time to set aside a tenth of

our yearling cattle. Nowadays, the first of Elul marks the beginning of spiritual preparations for Rosh haShanah, both more meaningful to us and, well, more moo-ving. Before that had been Pesach, the beginning of our existence as a free people with a purpose and a schedule all our own, a far cry from the oppression of slavery. The rites of the Seder are supposed to help us appreciate the journey out of bondage and the importance of liberty to all who are oppressed. Even before that had been a relative new-comer to the list of Jewish New Years, Tu b’Shevat, the new year of fruit trees. Originally the 15th of the month of Shevat was the time to tithe those fruit trees. Ever since the Kabbalists of Sfat saw the mystical potential in this holiday, we’ve used it as a reminder of the connection among all the things that grow on this earth. So, what’s left for the secular new year? We have Chanukah to celebrate the steady return of light and, as mentioned, Tu b’Shevat for the first stirrings of the trees; Pesach covers springtime and freedom and our spirits are re-invigorated in the fall. This fifth new year can mark the way we fit in. We agree to align our calendar with that of the majority of the world. We get yet another opportunity to stop for a while and evaluate how we are doing. Are we taking care of ourselves spiritually by putting our Jewish values to work? Are we car-ing for ourselves and those around us who may be suffering from loneliness or physical or economic distress? Are we caring for the earth by being respectful of limited resources? Do we value our free-dom enough to help others gain theirs? If you can answer yes to these questions, drink a toast to yourself at midnight! May the new year bring more of the same! But if we must answer no to any of these questions, perhaps we can borrow a custom from Pesach and dip out some of that champagne to mark the ways we have fallen short. There will still be plenty of bubbles to stimulate the hope that 2020 will help us see clearly and act with conviction. Here’s to taking the fifth—for the wellbeing of all.

Rabbi Peg Kershenbaum

HOSTING AN EVENT? RABBI PEG WILL BE AWAY NEED TO USE THE TEMPLE? FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY

Need access to the temple for an event you are hosting? Please note that having an event on the calendar does not guarantee that the building will be open. For security rea-sons, access to the building is limited. Please contact Bev-erly Novick, our Housing and Building Chair, at least 5 days before the event to arrange access. Beverly may be reached at [email protected] or (732) 735-6497. In the event that Bev Novick is not available to open the temple, the following local people having keys are: Abbey Spector, Phyllis Miller, Meredith Stempel, Honi Gruenberg, and Stacy Mitgang.

Rabbi Peg will be away for the month of January, out of town until January 13. If there is an emergency before January 13, please contact Rabbi Seth Phillips of Tem-ple Keneseth Israel of Allentown. He can be reached by cell: (443) 545-9998 or through the KI office: (610) 435-9074 If there is an emergency after that, Rabbi Peg will be available.

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE - JANUARY 2020 by Meredith Stempel

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I attended a medical lecture by an endocrinologist who stated that if everyone would pedal while watching TV we would have a much lower incidence of diabetes. My message this month is very simple: for those who are sedentary, get a pedal (if you are able), or get the clothes off the bike in the basement. You do not need an entire stationary bike, a pedal alone will do. I know it means for some people defying Newton’s very powerful Law of Inertia. However, it is well worth it. The more active you are the less insulin you need. As most of you probably know, insulin, thyroid hormone, etc. are hormones that we need to exist. If our bodies are not making it or producing insufficient amounts we must take it. If you decide to get a stationary bike, I recommend a recumbent one that has a back support. It is definitely easier on the spine. If you are unable to pedal there are other simple devices available that would give you a good work-out. Recall, Jack LaLanne advertised and used rubber ropes that would help provide excellent stretching exercises. The use of light weights (not more than five pounds) helps to decrease osteoporosis. Once inertia is reset from a body at rest to a body in motion you will have established a healthy lifestyle: strengthening muscles, improving blood pressure, decreasing total cholesterol, increasing good cholesterol levels, weight control, decreasing the need for insulin. As the song says, “Get that chicken fat back to the chicken”. If you are not in the habit of exercising regularly, build up gradual-ly, exercise aerobically and daily. Do not go beyond your level of tolerance. As Jack LaLanne used to advise during an exercise routine, beginners rest. A healthy and happy New Year to all.

Brrrr! Baby its snowy and cold outside but here in Temple our Judaica Shop is having its annual “Winter Clearance White Sale”. All items are 50% off for the month of Janu-ary. This a perfect time to pick up a ritual item for a bargain price. Come see me after Ser-vices and shop!

TEMPLE JUDAICA SHOP by Norma Krasne-Levine

TIKKUN OLAM by Steven Levine

A great big Thank-you to our Temple Plarners: Rabbi (who led the group) Barbara, Stan, Charles, Honi and Al. Norma has delivered the plarn to the RSVP Merry Mat Makers who are crocheting the Sleeping Mats that will be delivered to our friends Barbara and Ray Perkowski of Operation Chillout and then delivered to the homeless. We also had a suc-

cessful afternoon writing friendship notes to homeless individuals. They appreciate your kind and caring thoughts that offer encouragement as they deal with their feelings of aloneness and despera-tion. Another area where you can volunteer your time is the Monday lunch at the East Stroudsburg Methodist Church. In addition, these food pantries can always use your help: Five Loaf House, CAME, and the Pleasant Valley Food Pantry.

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BOOK CLUB NEWS - JANUARY 2020 by Bar-

ANNUAL FLORIDA LUNCHEON - FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 2020 AT 12:30

Although we were a small group, we all agreed that we enjoyed "The Man in the White Sharkskin Suit" by Lucette Lagnado (his daughter). We decided that it would be a good idea to read a biography that was light and hopefully funny. We selected a book about Mel Brooks called "It's Good to be King: The Seriously

Funny Life of Mel Brooks" by James Robert Parish. The book traces the extraordinary life and ca-reer of Mel Brooks. It offers many insights into his crazy world as well as an inside view of his success-ful marriage to the beautiful Ann Bancroft. It is a delightfully engaging and entertaining biography. Please join us on Saturday, January 4, 2020 after the Oneg to discuss "It's Good to be King: The Seriously Funny Life of Mel Brooks" by James Robert Parish.

Happy New Year – or happy second quarter if you are Jewish. Many of the articles I find for Netting It Out are from links that start on my two favorite sites https://www.kveller.com/ and https://www.myjewishlearning.com. I’ve learned about customs, traditions, and food on My Jewish Learning. This

month there is a wealth of information about Hanukah, Dreidels and food. I enjoyed delving deeper into the meaning of HaMotzi since we included this in our interfaith celebration at Monroe County United. There’s a recipe for Vegetarian Brisket using Jackfruit that I may try. I just won’t be able to tell Skip that it’s Vegetarian Brisket. There is no substitute for Brisket!! Kveller is more of a Jewish Culture site and is geared towards young mothers. Articles include Seth Rogen’s Mom has the best ideas for frying latkes; how the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel incor-porates Jewish traditions, customs into the scripts; Jewish Baby names; news and so much more. Speaking of the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel – it truly is a marvelous series. If you have Amazon Prime, please watch. You can watch for the costumes, the Jewish humor, the music. With every episode, we are googling to get more information. Many of the characters are modeled after real people from the late 50’s early 60’s. Is Shy Baldwin really Johnny Mathis? Is Mrs. Maisel really Joan Rivers or Phyllis Diller? Is the bassist in the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel inspired by real life musician Carol Kaye? Will Mrs. Maisel end up with Lenny Bruce? Love this show! I’d tell you more about the bris episode, but I don’t want to get snippy.

NETTING IT OUT by Honi Gruenberg

WHO KNEW by George Novick

There is no way to get to the shul by car or foot. You must buy a ticket to get to the moun-tain top, which is at an elevation of 9,400 feet. Then you must get down to the makeshift Shul for services that start promptly at 3pm on Friday and last for 35 minutes. Dress is casu-al. There is a kiddush of sweet concord and then a fast exit to meet the 4pm closing time. Okay what is this and where is it? If you guessed Utah, you got the state right. Where in Utah? The answer is the Deer Valley ski-in, ski-out minyan 8,800 feet above sea level. When you want to elevate your services this is the place to go. Services are held in a cabin on the slopes but you must have your lift ticket and skis on to reach it. Get off the lift at the 9,400 level and ski down to the 8,800 level. If there is an Israeli flag on the cabin and you know you are in the right place. After a quick service it is time to either download onto the lifts, which close at 4pm, or ski to the bottom of the mountain. Now this is a way to get new congregants for B'nai Harim. Rabbi Peg, get your boots and skis ready to hold services at Camelback. Instead of “Fiddler on the Roof” we could have “Rabbi on the Mountain With Shofar”.

Latitudes - In Delray Sands Hotel, 2809 South Ocean Boulevard, Highland Beach, Florida 33487. R.S.V.P. to Maddy Mogel at 570-236-2277 by Tuesday, January 28th if you plan to attend.

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URJ BIENNIAL 2019 by Stacy Mitgang I have just returned from what I can only describe as a magical experience. For those that are unfamiliar with the Biennial, please allow me to explain. Approximately 5,000 Jews from across North America gather every other year to learn, pray, and be inspired. The conference runs for about 5 days and includes a Shabbat, but you can come early or leave late-it’s up to you. The hope is that you will share the joy you ex-perienced at the Biennial with your congregation when you return home. I went as a delegate of one. We must work on that for the future-but more on that later. This year’s Biennial was in the Windy City of Chica-go; however, I only ventured out one night for dinner with members of my old congregation. So, I couldn’t tell you if was windy. If you had never been to Chicago there were certainly things to see and do if you wanted to. There were trips to Wrigley Field and to the Jewish Museum, a food tour, and an award-winning dinner at a new restaurant called Galit. This was not my first experience attending Biennial; I went as a chaperone 4 years ago to Orlando with my 16-year-old son. At the time he was considering colleges that would eventually help him get into the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion (that’s the training ground for the Reform Movement), as he would like to enter the rabbinate. He spent a great deal of time talking with other Rabbis who were able to offer guidance. But I digress- back to this trip! In an effort to be green, there was no print material. We all downloaded an App on our phones and created a personal schedule. The average day included the following: Morning t’filah, Visit the Exhibit Hall, a little shopping (maybe a lot!), lots of learning sessions, end of day receptions, dinner with friends or colleagues, plenaries, and possible debriefing over drinks or attending a “rock” concert. You could literally run from 7am until midnight if you wanted to!! I averaged between 16,000-20,000 steps a day. Then Friday comes and Shabbat begins. There were musicians lining the hallways as we walked to a huge hall. Services with so many voices all welcoming the Sabbath Bride is an electrifying experi-ence that everyone should feel. After services, we walked to another area of the convention center where we had a delicious sit-down dinner. The tables were set with beautiful linens, glassware, and china. I have friends that freak out if 10 people come for dinner. Just imagine setting the tables for 5,000!! When dinner was done, we all walked back to the other hall for a famous song session. If you have ever attended a summer camp you might be familiar with this type of craziness. Everyone was dancing and singing-again I cried as I danced to Debbie Friedman’s Miriam’s Song. While I believe that I learned a great deal, and I am still processing most of it, I think I was most moved by 2 sessions in particular. “Believe: Moving Forward in the #MeToo Era was a discussion in song about how Neshama Carlbach was treated as the daughter of the late Rabbi Shlomo Carlbach who was accused posthumously of many indiscretions. Sadly, people refused to allow her to perform even though she was not guilty of anything. He died when she was 20 and these accusations surfaced 25 years after his death. She cried-the Rabbis running the session cried- I cried! The second moving session was called The Color of Love also the book title by Marra Gad. The moderator was Rabbi Jo-nah Pesner and together they explored the intersection of religion and race in America through the prism of Ms. Gad’s memoir. A mixed-race child adopted by a white Jewish family in Chicago (her family was there!), she was not black enough in black spaces and in Jewish spaces was often mistaken for the help. She tells this story in the hopes that we all choose love above all else. In case you were curious, YES I cried again!! Biennials usually have an overarching theme. This year it was “Widen Your Tent.” At B’nai Harim I believe we currently do this, but as we go forward, let’s all be mindful of how we can better include visitors and other guests. In the coming months I would love to share some of the others ideas that were presented. I also would like everyone to think about joining me at the next Biennial. Decem-ber 8-11, 2021 in Washington DC. It would be amazing if we had a BIG delegation. If timing might be an issue you could come for Shabbat only. Please visit #URJBiennial to see photos and visit the URJ website to see many of the plenaries and sessions live streamed. Also, check out one of my favorite new bands, Nefesh Mountain. People call them JEW grass as they have a blue grass sound. As they say in their song, “I want to hear somebody pray!”

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DONATIONS

GENERAL FUND From: Cari & Jack Wasserman In memory of: 1. Cari’s Husband, Jay Olshein. 2. Jack’s Wife, Sandra

Wasserman.. From: Elaine & Jerry Goodstein In memory of: 1. Elaine’s Father, Seymour

Stevens. 2. Jerry’s Grandmother, Ray

Goodstein. From: Beverly & George Novick In memory of George’s Father, Murray Novick. From: Norma & Joe Fisch In memory of their friend, Harriet Diamond. From: Joseph & Sara Bedrick In memory of Edward Bedrick. From: Arnold Gwirtzman In memory of his Father, Sidney Gwirtzman. From: Michael Mustokoff In memory of his Wife, Rae.

YAHRZEIT FUND

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Birthdays/Anniversaries & Yahrzeit On page 6

You don't have to know the words or the music. All you have to know is that your voice is important. We rehearse once a month and sing during the next service. Even if you don't want to sing in a group during ser-vices, come sing together at practice!

Saturday, January 4th - Practice at 9:30 AM Saturday, January 18th - Practice at 9:30 AM

Kiddushes are such a delightful part of socializing after a Saturday Morning service. We always wel-come hosts for our Kiddushes. The cost of sponsor-ing is $65.00 and includes bagels, cream cheese, cof-

fee, tea, orange juice, milk and all needed paper goods. Sponsors are welcome to supplement the Kiddush. To host a Kiddush, call Roberta Pineiro (570) 839-0107.

Saturday, January 4th - Kiddush Fund Saturday, January 18th - Kiddush Fund

MUSIC FUND

From: Harriett Feld Thank you all for allowing me to share Rosh Hashanah with every-one at B’nai Harim. It is always the highlight of the holiday. I am looking forward to being with eve-ryone when I visit Bev and George and to spend next year with every-one, again. From: Meredith Stempel & Mikhail Levitin Congratulations to the B’nai Harim Chorus for their performance in Radio City Music Hall.

AL SCHIPS AND TROOP HONORED

From: Mel & Maddy Mogel “Happy Chanukah and congratulations on being mortgage free. May 2020 bring good health and peace to all of our friends at B’nai Harim .”

CALLING ALL WHO LIKE TO SING OUR CHOIR NEEDS YOU!

Al was a medic during the Korean war where his division took care of US injured military and South Korean injured military, civilians, adults and children who were displaced by the war. Through the efforts of Sen. Pat Toomey and the South Korean Veteran Affairs, four months ago Al, along with his troop, were awarded this Medal as Ambassador for Peace.

KIDDUSH HOSTS

BSAVE THE DATE

Sat., Jan. 4 - 9:30 AM Choir Practice 10:15 AM Services, Kiddush & Book Club Thur. Jan. 9 - 7:00 PM Game Night Wed. Jan. 15 - 7:00 PM Discussion Group Fri., Jan. 17 - 7:30 PM Kabbalat Shabbat Service & Oneg Sat. Jan. 18 - 9:30 AM Choir Practice 10:15 AM Service, Kiddush, Making Plarn Fri. Jan. 31 - 12:30 PM Annual Florida Luncheon

PLEASE NOTE:

THERE WILL NOT BE A

SHABBAT DINNER ON

JANUARY 10TH.

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MEMORIAL BOARD

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If you take photos at any Temple function, PLEASE send them to my e-mail LHStine @gmail.com and identify the occasion and

the faces. These photos make our publicity more interesting to the community. Thanks, Leslie Stine

1 Sally Kutner 3 Joseph Goldfinger 6 TEVET 4 William Zarfes 7 TEVET

6 Shirlee Quint 8 Howard Ettinger Michael Schultz 11 TEVET Walter Siegel 11 TEVET 9 Irving Magalnick 10 Sam Strauss 11 Sadye Ettinger 12 Michael Levy 13 Marks Bialick 16 TEVET William Hall Jr. 14 Anne Green 15 Sidney Rosenblum Robert Stulman 16 Simon Mitgang Myer Shecter 19 Bella Mora Jacob Tabak 20 Jacob Frank 21 Harriet Diamond 24 TEVET Rose Gurock 22 Joseph Horn 25 TEVET 23 Malcolm May 28 Lillian Levine 2 SHEVAT 29 Ada Adeline Dorsky Jack Emerson 31 Lillian Detkin

YAHRZEIT REMEMBRANCE

REMEMBER YOUR LOVED ONES BY ADDING THEIR NAMES TO OUR MEMORIAL BOARD— The cost for each plaque (one name per plaque) is $236. A minimum of $50 must accompany each request. The balance can be paid over one year for 1 or 2 plaques and/or two years for more than 2 plaques. For further information, please contact Stan Kapitansky, (718) 428-2140 or e-mail me at [email protected]. Copies of the order form will be available at the temple, or you may download a copy directly from the web site. Stan Kapitansky, Yahrzeit Committee Chairperson

CELEBRATIONS

IF YOU TAKE PHOTOS

TREE OF LIFE

Dear friends! Every leaf on our beauti-ful Tree of Life is filled with your good news and events. It’s time to order a new batch! I am ready to take your

orders. Each leaf costs just triple Chai ($54.00) and will be engraved to your specifications. Please call Julia Shaykevich at (570) 620-0104 or contact her by e-mail at [email protected] to place your order.

ANNIVERSARIES

Lewis Stolzenberg January 2

Maddy Mogel January 4

Melvin Mogel January 5

Alan Wismer Janary 5 Lee Emerson January 6 Barbara Feman January 17 Norma K. Levine January 25 Robert Spady January 28 Irene Stolzenberg February 1 Rabbi Peg Kershenbaum February 9

Aaron & Rabbi Peg Kershenbaum January 25

Alan & Ellen Kagan January 28

Barney & Sunny Goldfinger February 14 Alan & Rochelle Wismer February 27

The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the respective author(s). They do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of Congre-gation B’nai Harim or its members.

DISCLAIMER

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PATRONIZE B’NAI HARIM’S ADVERTISERS YOUR PRINT PROJECTS ARE OUR PRIORITY

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The Area’s Only Jewish Assisted Senior Living So Much Comfort So Close to Home

465 Venard Rd. Clarks Summit, PA 18411

Phone: 50-585-4400 Fax: 570-585-4500

Website: www.elangardens.org

JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES

Jewish Family Service is in need of Kosher food and toiletries marked with a recognized symbol. Please remember to bring a donation of at least one item when you visit the synagogue. All items

must be kosher, unopened and within the expiration date on the packaging. If each one of us brings one can or box of food each time we come to the Temple, it will make a real difference to the needy in our commu-nity. You can also write a check to “Jewish Family Service of Northeast Pennsylvania” and it will be delivered. It is also tax deductible. Thank you and keep up the great work. We hope you will continue to be generous throughout the year.

MI SHEBEIRACH LIST

When putting a person onto the Mi Shebeirach List, it should be with person’s permission. Would the person like to be listed with their Eng-lish or Hebrew name? Please include a contact name and telephone number so that Rabbi Peg

may follow up with the person or with the member who placed the name on the list. Our policy now states that the list will be limited to members and their immediate family (parents, grandparents, siblings and their spouses, children and their spouses, grandchildren and their spouses). Con-gregants are strongly encouraged to mention any person aloud at the appropriate time during the service, so we can pray for their improved health. REMEMBER TO HAVE THE PERSON’S NAME REMOVED, IF THE PERSON NO LONGER NEEDS TO BE ON THE LIST.

Our Yahrzeit list is open not only to those who have plaques, but to the entire congre-gation. This will allow you to remember your loved ones on their anniversary date.

The forms available at the Temple can be completed and returned directly to me. With this information, a reminder will be sent to you at the appropriate time, and the name of your loved one will be added to our kaddish list for that date. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly at [email protected], 718-428-2140 or 570-646-4668.

Sincerely, Stan Kapitansky Yahrzeit Committee Chairperson

YAHRZEIT NOTIFICATION

In addition to the monthly newsletter, we publish a weekly online newsletter for all members with e-mail

addresses and Internet access. If you do not want to re-ceive email announcements or cannot access the Internet, please call Richard Feman 570-355-5124 or 516-481-6114.

WEEKLY ONLINE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Congregation B’nai Harim

PO Box 757 5349 Pocono Crest Road Pocono Pines, PA, 18350

http://www.bnaiharimpoconos.org

PHONE: Message Center (570) 646-0100

E-Mail:

[email protected]

DIRECTIONS Driving East on Route 940, turn right at the Pocono Pines traffic light at Route 423, continue on Pocono Crest road (formerly Sullivan Road) about 1&1/2 miles. Synagogue on left (before reach-ing 940). Driving West on Route 940, turn left at intersection of Pocono Crest Road (formerly Sullivan Road), and the Syna-

gogue will be on the right.(approx. 1/10th of a mile).

Next Board Meeting date: Sunday, Jan. 19th at 9:30 AM. To be put on the agenda, contact Meredith Stempel at (570) 242-6244 no later than five days prior to the meeting.

ABOUT THE NEWSLETTER

This is your newsletter, and we want your input. When

you have any news to share, please let us know so we

can publish it.

Deadline is the 20th of the month. News can be sent

(using WORD) to Paula Guenst at [email protected].

The newsletter is published each month. Newsletter

subscriptions are available for $18 per year to non-

members of Congregation B’nai Harim. Please contact

Barbara Feman.

In addition to the monthly newsletter, we distribute

weekly online announcements to all members with

e-mail addresses and Internet access. If you have not

been receiving this please contact Richard Feman at

570-355-5124 or 516-481-6114.

CONGREGATION B’NAI HARIM PO Box 757

5349 Pocono Crest Road Pocono Pines, PA 18350

RECURRING SCHEDULES Services Sat. 10:15 AM Shabbat Dinner Fri. 6:30 PM Religious School Sat. 9:00AM

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Rabbi: Peg Kershenbaum Pres.: Meredith Stempel VP: Stacy Mitgang Sec.: Carol Yates Treas.: Steve Bram Editor: Honi Gruenberg Member of the URJ - Union For Reform Judaism

The members of B’nai Harim are a very caring, close group but sometimes a member needs a little extra help. If you know of someone who needs a phone call or a visit, please either encourage them to call the Rabbi directly or email her yourself to let her know one of her congregants needs help.

DEADLINE FOR ARTICLES FOR THE FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER IS JAN. 20TH.

NEED SOME CHICKEN SOUP

NEED A CALL FROM RABBI?

KNOW SOMEONE WHO DOES?

If you have recently moved, please send your new information to Honi Gruenberg at [email protected]. She will update the Membership list and generate a new list.

NEW ADDRESS?

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

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CHANUKAH PARTY & BURNING OF THE MORTGAGE

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2019

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