The Message by Congregation Beth Yeshurun

The Message

Congregation Beth Yeshurun December 2019

From Rabbi Sarah Fort

This is the guy Israelis celebrate in the name of on December 31st?

Celebrating Jewish holidays in Israel is such a special opportunity. Seeing menorahs in every window, restaurants with special Passover menus—it truly feels like the Jewish state. But what about non-Jewish holidays?

For one thing, secular New Year’s in Israel is not particularly popular. Only two-thirds of Israelis stay up til midnight on December 31st. The country certainly doesn’t shut down the way it does in the States and elsewhere. My memories of Sylvester in Israel were of I wasn’t surprised, when I lived there, to see not the biggest parties being at hotels (full of tourists) and a single Christmas ornament. I was, however, quite hostels (full of students from abroad). surprised that not only was New Year’s celebrated, but But I actually think it’s nice that Israel has it had a completely different name: Sylvester! claimed Sylvester as her own. Yes, Pope Sylvester My Israeli friends looked at me like I was the crazy was a horrendous human being. He would have been one. Who hadn’t heard of ‘Sylvester?!’ I had to do some devastated to know that a country full of millions research. In Israel, those who do celebrate the new of—oh yes, Pope!—Jews is celebrating in his name. year (of the Gregorian calendar), call it ‘Sylvester.’ But Perhaps that’s the point, too. Here was a man who who was that? And here’s where the story gets weirder. tried his darndest to keep us down, to keep us out of Jerusalem—home of the Jewish soul! And yet there, Pope Sylvester was also a saint, and his saint’s and elsewhere, we survive. We thrive. Davka, despite day is December 31st. That a Jewish country—nay, THE everything, we dance and drink and sing, generation Jewish country—celebrates the saint’s day of a pope is after generation. Despite those who would see our difficult enough to believe. But this particular pope— end, we live on joyously. With a wry smile on my face, wowza! Pope Sylvester was a vicious anti-Semite, I’d raise a glass of champagne to Sylvester for that. instrumental in Constantine’s barring Jews from living in Jerusalem in 324, among other anti-Semitic laws. We Value Our Members Beth Yeshurun is a community institution with a vital mission: to offer spiritual experiences that inspire and uplift all ages, to educate children and adults, and to provide a setting in which Judaism can be joyously lived and experienced.

Congregation Beth Yeshurun Rhona & Bruce Caress Family Campus 4525 Beechnut St.│Houston, TX 77096-1801 713.666.1881│www.bethyeshurun.org

Interested in Joining? Our synagogue welcomes people of the Jewish faith and their families to make Beth Yeshurun their spiritual home. Mindi Stern, our Director of Member Relations, (713.666.1881) is here to welcome everyone interested in becoming part of our beautiful congregational family.

The Message Vol. LV, No. 3 December 2019│Kislev-Tevet 5780 The Message of Congregation Beth Yeshurun (USPS 968500) is published monthly August-June by Congregation Beth Yeshurun, 4525 Beechnut, Houston, Harris County, TX 77096-1801. Periodical Postage Paid at Houston, Texas.

Do You Have a Question about Your Membership? Members who may have special needs, whose family situations have changed or who have questions about their membership in the synagogue will find a responsive and empathetic ear by arranging a visit with Mindi Stern, our Director of Member Relations, (713.666.1881).

Postmaster send address changes to Congregation Beth Yeshurun │4525 Beechnut│Houston, TX 77096-1801. Front Cover Photos taken from the YES Group’s Holocaust Museum visit, Religious School Kindergarten Consecration, Anti-Semitism Declaration with Mayor Turnerand Congress Woman Lizzie Fletcher, and Beth Yeshurun Facebook Page. Want to see your photo? Make sure to tag Beth Yeshurun when posting!

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AROUND THE SHUL MENSCH OF THE MONTH

MAZEL MOMENTS

Congregation Beth Yeshurun would like to acknowledge with a hearty Mazel Tov our Day School, its Board, and Head of School, Jennifer LeVine, for implementing a new tuition model that makes our school more affordable to every parent who desires a strong Jewish day school education for their children. Jennifer and her team recognized that tuition costs have been rising across the country and Jewish families were struggling with the financial aspects of their educational decisions. In October, the powers-that-be determined that money should never be the primary deterrent to anyone who wants a solid foundation in Judaism to their children. They made the critical decision to lessen the burden on its young families by cutting tuition costs across the board. We welcome this move by our Day School and sincerely hope that the new tuition model will allow more children to benefit from the outstanding secular and Jewish day school education BYDS offers.

Lori Herzog is our welldeserving “Mensch of the Month” for December 2019. A Vice President of the Executive Board, Lori has chaired the High Holiday Committee for the past 10 years where she coordinates all of the honors for the High Holiday services. From opening and closing the Ark, to assigning Torah readers and holders for over 100 Aliyot for six services in Barg Sanctuary, Lori works behind-thescenes to ensure the holy days run smoothly and on schedule. “I find it a great honor to be a part of such important services in our community and help bring this participation to so many in the congregation who want to be an active part of the High Holidays,” said Lori. Lori joined Beth Yeshurun as a young adult when she married her husband, Benny. Her mother-in-law, Zelda Herzog, ran the shul’s catering department for years and Lori knew early on that her new synagogue was going to be a big part of her life. “When I lost my dad, I started going to Friday night services regularly, and noticed a lack of young families throughout the synagogue; thus, I started my mission to get the next generation of Houston Jews engaged and involved in synagogue life.” Lori and Benny have two daughter, Allie (Eric) Danziger and Meg (Jacob) Grossman and two grandkids Milly (2 ½) and Eve (1). We are so fortunate Lori “married” into our shul family and has worked tirelessly for the past decade in her role on the Board. In her honor, Rabbi Strauss will make a donation to the Jeffrey Feinstein Foundation to provide assistive technology equipment to spinal cord injury patients at TIRR (The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research) Memorial Hermann.

JEWISH EXPERIENCE Remember those wonderful “smells” of Shabbat when we arrived at Bubbie’s home on Fridays? Unfortunately, too many of us are too busy these days to prepare a Shabbat dinner and celebrate the holiest of days. Well, your friends at Beth Yeshurun want to bring back those family memories and will even do the heavy lifting (and December “mensch,” Lori Herzog, is spearheading these efforts). For the past few months, our Catering Department has been preparing wonderful Shabbat Meals to-go every other week so congregants can create new memories with family and friends. So let us do the cooking and provide your family with chicken or brisket or salmon with all the extras (and, of course, a challah). For a mere $18 per person, all you have to do is heat the oven, chant the Kiddush, recite the motzi, light the candles and enjoy a home cooked KOSHER Shabbat meal, just like Bubbie used to make. For more information, check out www. bethyeshurn.org/shabbattogo.

THE SCHTICK When the famed writer Isaac Bashevis Singer reached the age of sixty, he told his friend he knew he would live to 120. “How can you be so sure?” his friend asked. “Because” explained Singer, “when I went for my checkup my doctor told me I was half dead.”

Please send all nominations and ideas to Ron Brounes at ron@ronbrounes.com Only submitted material will be considered for publication. 3

It’s a Mitzvah

Morning Minyan Torah Study After morning chapel services meet with clergy for discussions of topics of Jewish interest!

Interested in sponsoring a Chapel Minyan weekday breakfast, or a Chapel or Museum Minyan Shabbat Kiddush in memory of your loved one or in honor of a simcha? Please contact Eileen Pettigrew, Food Service Manager, at epettigrew@bethyeshurun. org or 713.666.1881, ext. 368. Sponsorships will be acknowledged in The Message. Standard breakfasts begin at $120 and kiddushes begin at $145. Special meals may be arranged with the Food Service Department and monthly sponsorships are available. All sponsorships must be paid in advance. Dates will be reserved in the order they are received.

Tuesday: Wisdom of Torah with Rabbi Brian Strauss Wednesday: Rabbi Steven Morgen Thursday: Rabbi Sarah Fort

IN HONOR OF Roger Sofer 70th birthday by The Sofer Family

Friday: Cantor Meir Finkelstein

IN MEMORY OF Dr. Haskell Gruber and Wajid Abbas Mirza by Dr. Nelson Gruber and Dr. Manizeh Mirza-Gruber Sally Leva by Rabbi David and Marci Rosen Bessie and Allen Nelkin by Rita Blumenfeld Mongie & Leonard Swartz by Gail and Gary Swartz

Saturday: Parashat Hashavuah with Rabbi Danny Horwitz

Coming to See Us? The Synagogue Office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30am to 5:00pm, and Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm. While members and guests are always welcome to visit with our clergy and staff as needs arise, we encourage members to make an appointment first, if at all possible, so that we can make sure you receive the time and attention you both require and deserve.

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CLOSURES Administrative Offices December 25th & January 1st

‫ שנה טובה‬from our fa In need of Support? Our Clergy want to be with you and help you deal with life’s many challenges.

Independent Schools Association of the Southwest

If you have a death in the family, a loved one is in the hospital, or need a get well prayer for someone special, contact the synagogue at 713.666.1881 so that our Clergy can be a source of strength and support. 4

Worship Services FRIDAY EVENINGS December 6, 2019 Parashat Va-Yetzei | CL 5:05pm 5:00 PM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel 6:00 PM - Shabbat Renewal Service

12/7 Glow in the Dark Havdallah 12/11 Chai Mitzvah 100 Jewish Men 12/12 End of Life and the Afterlife Series 12/14 MyShabbat Bonim: Frozen 2gether 12/15 Friendship Circle Walk 12/18 YES Group No RS 12/19 Gathering Place End of Life and the Afterlife Series Young Adult Hanukkah Party 12/20 Tot Shabbat & Dinner 12/21 Minyanaire Shabbat 12/22 No RS/Sulam Hanukkah Begins 12/23 Howdy Hanukkah 12/25 Administrative Offices Closed No RS, Meditation, or Israeli Dancing 12/28 MyShabbat 12/29 No RS/Sulam 1/1 Administrative Offices Closed No RS, Meditation, or Israeli Dancing 1/8 Chai Mitzvah 100 Jewish Men

December 13, 2019 Parashat Va-Yishlah | CL 5:13pm 5:00 PM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel 6:00 PM - Shabbat Renewal Service December 20, 2019 Parashat Va-Yeishev | CL 5:09pm 5:00 PM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel 6:00 PM - Shabbat Renewal Service December 27, 2019 Parashat Mi-Ketz | CL 5:06pm 5:00 PM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel 6:00 PM - Shabbat Renewal Service January 3, 2020 Parashat Va-Yiggash | CL 5:05pm 5:00 PM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel 6:00 PM - Shabbat Renewal Service SATURDAY MORNING 8:30 AM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel 9:15 AM - Museum Minyan Service 9:30 AM - Sanctuary Service 10:15 AM - Shabbat Shalom 11:45 AM - Torah Study

Every Tuesday: Wisdom of Torah at 8am Every Wednesday: Meditation & Israeli Dancing

SATURDAY EVENING SERVICES December 7, 2019 | 5:00 PM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel December 14, 2019 | 5:00 PM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel December 21, 2019 | 5:00 PM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel December 28, 2019 | 5:00 PM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel January 4, 2020 | 5:00 PM - J.B. Greenfield Chapel WEEKDAY CHAPEL SERVICES Week of December 8th Mornings: Sun 8:00am, Mon-Fri 7:00am; Afternoon/Evenings: Sun-Thu 5:00pm Week of December 15th Mornings: Sun 8:00am, Mon-Fri 7:00am; Afternoon/Evenings: Sun-Thu 5:00pm Week of December 22nd Mornings: Sun 8:00am, Mon-Tue 7:00am, Wed 8:00am, Thu-Fri 7:00am; Afternoon/Evenings: SunThu 5:00pm Week of December 29th Mornings: Sun 8:00am, Mon-Tue 7:00am, Wed 8:00am, Thu-Fri 7:00am; Afternoon/Evenings: SunThu 5:00pm Week of January 5th Mornings: Sun 8:00am, Mon-Fri 7:00am; Afternoon/Evenings: Sun-Thu 5:00pm 5

Congregation Beth Yeshurun is pleased to announce the start of Shabbat to Go. Our clergy want to help you transition from everyday life to a more spiritual time by enhancing your Shabbat experience. Each package comes equipped with a full kosher meal prepared by our Catering Department, the Shabbat essentials, and a Shabbat Message from our clergy to share at the table. $18 Per Person - Minimum 4 People Pickup from the Catering Office: Early Pickup from 2:45 - 5:00pm or Late Pickup from 7:00 - 7:30pm

bethyeshurun.org/shabbattogo

100 Jewish Men is a group of men dedicated to improving themselves and each other as men, fathers, husbands, brothers, sons, friends and Jews. Through controversial, thought-provoking speakers and small group discussions, we will explore what usually remains unspoken in men’s lives at work and at home. We have an incredible year planned and we hope you choose to be part of it. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER All dinners at 7:00 pm followed by programs at 7:30 pm. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11 - SCOTT SONENSHEIN

What does the condition of our lawns tell us about our most important endeavors in life—how to build businesses, prosper in a career, or even raise families? It turns out quite a lot. Drawing from his wealth of scientific studies in the past decade, Scott Sonenshein shows that our strong desire to keep up with others—our colleagues’ work titles and budgets, our friends’ accomplishments, and even our neighbors’ green grass—has put us on a destructive path that makes us ultimately less successful and satisfied. He explains how to redirect the energy spent chasing after what others have to realizing our own goals and dreams. Using research interwoven with stories, he explains why the most important skill to navigating life’s challenges is resourcefulness—getting the most out of what’s already in hand.

Wisdom of Torah

with Rabbi Brian Strauss Tuesday Mornings, 8:00am Together, over breakfast, we will explore the ancient wisdom of Torah and how it can be applied in today’s modern world. All are welcome!

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Definition: the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.

I want to thank everyone for the honor and privilege of serving families within the community. It is most humbling to be given your trust and the great responsibility of taking care of your loved ones.

Spring 2020 Dates WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8 | BOB GOMEL Internationally known photojournalist who’s created images of world leaders, athletes, entertainers, and major events

We serve our families from our hearts.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13 | RABBI ELIE SPITZ “Mensch-Making: Refining the Traits You Most Admire.” WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 | CONSTABLE ALAN ROSEN Harris County Precinct 1 Constable “Keeping our Families Safe”

Extraordinary Service. Compassionate Care.

SUNDAY, APRIL TBA 15th Annual Men’s Mock Seder

713-875-4811

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 | DEB NEUBEK Assistant Chief for Human Systems Engineering & Integration Division for NASA “Will We Really Put Humans on Mars?”

www.WaldmanFuneralCare.com Affiliated with Hardin Family Funeral Home

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SYNAGOGUE APP NOW AVAILABLE! Login to ShulCloud (members only) How to Set Up a Password and Log into ShulCloud 1. Go to the synagogue website at www.bethyeshurun.org 2. In the top upper right hand corner (shaded in black and gray)click “Login” for Members, and you will be asked for your email address. Type in your email address, making sure it is the one you gave us when you joined the synagogue, unless you have told us of a newer address. 3. If you already have a password, enter it to complete the login process. 4. If you do not have a password, select “Forgot Password.” ShulCloud will send a temporary password to your email address. Open the email and follow the instructions to sign in. 5. Once you have signed in to ShulCloud, go to “My Account” at the top and select “My Profile”. Go to the bottom and click on “View and edit your profile”. Change the “login password” and confirm directly below. Finally, click on “Save Changes to Person” at the bottom of the page. Feel free to edit and add information elsewhere on your account. IOS: follow this link to the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/congregation-beth-yeshurun/id1483846461 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shulcloud.app2935 Mobile App Screen Shots

CURATOR’S FAVORITES “…these are a few of my favorite things. ♩♫♩” For the past 15 years, Daniel Musher has overseen the Mollie and Louis Kaplan Museum of Judaica. During that time, the collection has doubled in size, and the display areas have been expanded and are constantly updated. Each year since 2010, the Museum has brought in a speaker to lecture on the collection. On Sunday, January 12th, at 4:00pm, Daniel will be the lecturer, speaking about his favorite pieces in the collection, many of which have been added during his tenure as head of the Museum Committee for CBY. He will show enlarged images and discuss fine points that you may not ordinarily notice when you visit the museum. He states that “This is one of the finest Judaica collections currently on view in the United States,” and he plans for his talk to justify this view. This lecture will be free and open to the public. There will be time for questions and answers, and a reception will follow. Please make plans to join us! 7

BETH YESHURUN HAS HAD A GREAT YEAR OF YOUTH PROGRAMS SO FAR! Middle school and high schoolers enjoyed celebrating the High Holy Days together with interactive and thought-provoking programs. BYT (9th-12th grade) hung out in the Sukkah together while eating edible cookie dough and decorating bags to be donated to Kid’s Meals. The inaugural Teen Leadership Council recently met to discuss and envision the future of teen engagement at Beth Yeshurun and are looking forward to implementing their ideas soon. BYachad (6th-8th grade) started off the year with a trip to Candytopia, enjoying candy samples and interactive displays. In November, middle schoolers also participated in the Synagogue Scavenger Hunt where they raced around the building searching for clues. Bonim (3rd-5th grade) will have its first event on December 14. We can’t wait for more excitement in 2020! For more information about CBY’s Youth Programs, contact Sarah Goldberg at sgoldberg@bethyeshurun. org or 713-666-1881.

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We are so grateful to our High Holy Day Appeal supporters! Thank you for all that you do to ensure that Beth Yeshurun continues to provide its Jewish programs, classes and services.

We could not do this without you!

Myrna Aber Deborah & Jim Adler Ruth & Jack Alpert Cindy & Jeffrey Anapolsky Roberta & Robert Arkus Dorita & Aron Hertzel Fonda & Wayne Arzt Davida Avery Margot & Michael Barnard Pamela & Walter Bazarsky Stacey & Gil Beer Lisa & Joel Bender Susie & Scott Bender Elizabeth & Steven Bender Madelyn & Edward Bernstein Roberta & Robert Bernstein Simone & Matthew Berry Elizabeth & Edward Berzin Vicki & Robert Birenbaum Daniel Bissonnet Emily & Stephen Blechman Wendy & Ira Bleiweiss Shirley & Leon Bloom Sara & Jerrad Bloome Susan & Michael Bloome Daniel Blucher Rita Blumenfeld Patricia & Guy Bobkoff Mojdeh & Ben Bobrow Jennifer & John Bolton Beverly Borden Amy Bossin Sarah & Denis Braham Melissa & Andrew Brams Linda Brandt Taryn & Dan Braun Marian & Gabriel Braun Madeline & Robert Bresalier Andrea & Richard Brody Barbara & Ronald Brounes Terry & Norman Buchalter Frederick Buckwold Linda & Andy Burger

Valerie & Darryl Burman Rina & Elias Camhi Sarah Camhi Pamela & Byron Capito Randi & Donald Capone Rhona & Bruce Caress Loraine Cline Jessica & Bruce Coane Jo Price & Burt Cohen Dorothy Cohen Lisa & Eric Cohen Stephanie & Joshua Cohen Sara & Leslie Cohen Tamara & Matthew Cohen Angela Semakova & Ofir Cohen Shirley & Alan Cohn Barbara & Dell Coleman Alan Cororve Jennifer & Gregg Costa Deborah & Marvin Crane Adele & Steven Croft Susan & Paul Danziger Joyce & Arthur Dauber Rosemarie & David DeVido Talia Diamond Greta & Kyle Drennan Gayle Hersch & Fred Dressel Beth & Clayton Dreyer Sherry & Lenny Dubin Ruth & Raymond Eagle Julie Riggins & David Edelstein Naomi & Eyal Enav Linda & Daniel Epner Trudi & Max Esses Lorri & Jon Feiwell Karen & James Feldman Hayley & Marc Feldman Marjorie & Clive Fields Sandra & Harold Fields Janice & Lawrence Finder Sandra & Steven Finkelman Libi & Neville Fleishman Andrea & Steven Fradkin

Rodi & Robert Franco Shari & Scot Frankel Ricki & Milton Frankfort Linda & Gordon Franklin Sheila Franklin Martha & Donald Freedman Karen & Buster Freedman Sylvia Freedman Linda & Michael Friedberg Frances Friedman Raymond Garber Carol & Bernard Gerber Janice & David Gerber Marsha & Sidney Gerber Suzi & Elliot Gerstenhaber Kelly & Jay Gerstenhaber Catherine & Matthew Ginzberg Annette & Mark Goldberg Lynn & William Goldberg Rysse & Brian Goldfarb Barbara Goldfield Dori & Adam Goldman Silvia & Mike Goldstein Barbara Golub Jeryl & Jeffrey Golub Cheryl & Stephen Golub Sharon & Kenneth Goodgame Gabriella & Steven Goodweather Sue & John Goott Debbie & Mark Gottesman Rhea & Joseph Greenbaum Michelle & Martin Greenberg Teri & Harry Greenblatt Shelly & Mark Grenader Dora & Israel Grinberg Maxine & Reuben Grinstein Nancy & Melvin Gross Stephanie & Paul Gustafson Harriet & Taghi Hajizade Tandy Camberg-Harris & Jonathan Harris Terry Hausner Celine & David Hecht Diana & Ronald Hecht * High Holy Day Appeal Contributors as of November 1, 2019

We are so grateful to our High Holy Day Appeal supporters! Thank you for all that you do to ensure that Beth Yeshurun continues to provide its Jewish programs, classes and services.

We could not do this without you!

Lori & Benny Herzog Susan & Alan Hirshman Gayle & Scott Hoffer Marilyn & Cary Hoffman Hal Hoffman Hannah & Michael Hofrichter Barbara Horwitz Tobi Cooper & Rabbi Danny Horwitz Lorraine Horwitz Lillie & Ben Hurwitz Karen Hurwitz Norma & Jonathan Hyman Sue & Stuart Jacobson Dorothy Jenkins Sharon & Arnold Kagan Hydee & Ryan Kagan Sara & Hugh Kaiser Melissa & Bradley Kalmans Rosalind & Melvin Kalmans Barry Kalmin Amy & Murray Kalmin Jan & Robert Kaminsky Diane & Stephen Kaminsky Susan & Leonard Kammerman Sharon & Richard Kammerman Elaine & Melvin Kapell Cindy Kaplan Elizabeth & Frank Karkowsky Geraldine Karkowsky Lauren & Ronald Karkowsky Karen & Alan Katz Mireille & Harvey Katz Dana & Kenneth Katz Leah & Paul Katz Harriet & Michael Katzeff Bernice Kaufman Eileen & Aaron Keiter Jean & Micah Kessler Cathy & David Knobler Tillie Koch Hayley Watkins-Kol & Yair Kol Judith Komorn Luisa Kopinsky Joseph Kornfeld Barbara & Geoffrey Koslov

Marjorie & Jerome Kosoy Sharon & Michael Krost Mary & Burton Kunik Andrea & Shay Kuperman Lois & Lary Kupor Robert Kushner Maralyn & Ken Lakin Donna & Robert Lane Adrianne & Victor Lavis Beth & Jeff Lefkowitz Eleonora & Bryan Leibman Allison & Neville Leibman Richard Leibman Carolyn Rubenstein & Greg Lerner Patricia Lester Diane & Alan Levin Kerry & Craig Levin Leorah & Jack Levin Lynn & Esther Levine Martine Levine Erica & Benjy Levit Rona Milbauer & Gerald Levit Anna-Marie & Bruce Levy Syma & Darryl Levy Jessica & David Levy Diane & Mitchel Levy Noreen Lewitton Libby Lieberman Jan & Kevin Lipson Hannah & David Loev Bernice & Jordan Loftus Zulema & Roberto Lufschanowski Rebecca & David Luks Joan & Max Lupuloff Nasrin & Abraham Maghsoudi Reba Magids Barry Mandel Ginger & Grant Marblestone Judi Marcoe Dianna & Allan Margolin Francois Martin Muriel & Marcel Meicler Harry Melnick Amy & Michael Merkin

Victoria & Rodney Merwin Linda & Paul Metter Donna & Arthur Miller Marilyn Miller Sylvia & Martin Mintzer Brena & Howard Moglovkin Jacqueline & Max Monheit Diane Dorf & Rabbi Steve Morgen Moira & Michael Morris Hilary & Roni Most Karol & Daniel Musher Nadezhda & Mikhail Natanzon Arlene & Arthur Nathan Tyann & Marc Nathan Erin & Jeffrey Newman Toby & Richard Newman Jill & Steven Newman Linda & Jerrold Paine Mellody & Allan Panzer Marcia & Jerry Pappert Pamela & Barry Pearl Melissa & Martin Peskin Stephan Phillips Plantowsky Family Foundation Carolyn Plessner Esther & Gary Polland Donna & Harry Price Linda Rabinowitz Estelle & Charles Racusin Bracha & Mishael Radom Sheryl Levin & Avner Ramu Ali Rasheed Patricia & Mark Rauch Ryva & Burton Reckles Annie & Isadore Reichek Sue & Kenneth Reichek Nancy Reingold Harriet Reitman Valerie & Jay Resh Debra Ricardo Joseph Rice

* High Holy Day Appeal Contributors as of November 1, 2019

We are so grateful to our High Holy Day Appeal supporters! Thank you for all that you do to ensure that Beth Yeshurun continues to provide its Jewish programs, classes and services.

We could not do this without you!

Vicky & Michael Richker Silvia & Todd Riff Gerard Robins Stacy & Andy Robinson Karen & Cary Robinson Leslie & Aaron Roffwarg Debora & Giancarlo Romero Rose Rose Stephen Rose Marcie & Rabbi David Rosen Glen Rosenbaum Adriana & Steve Rosenbaum Debra & Todd Rosengart Josette & Neil Rosenstein Shirlee Rosenthal Louise & Stewart Rosenthal Hava Rothman Marcy Lynn Rothman & Tammy Pye Sandy Rubin Joel Sachs Robyn & Sion Saghian Meredith & Mark Sakowitz Barbara & Samuel Sakowitz Maria & Boun Sananikone Susan Sandler Tamara Savage Juli & Alan Scheinthal Sandra Schimmel Sharan & Jack Schlossberg Abe Schnitzer Susan Rosenbaum & Eric Schoen Trina & Edward Schukar Dixon & Brian Schultz Sylvia Schultz Leah & William Schultz Mauricio Schumer Steven Schwartz Jacqueline & William Schwartz Toby & Rabbi Jack Segal Dena & Scott Segal Brenlee & David Selchen Barbara & Jerry Selzer Victor Shainock

Dianna & Adrian Shapiro Wendy & Allen Shapiro Jane Shapiro Reva Shapiro Barbara Sherman Robyn & Jeff Shkolnick Rabbi Diana Siegel Betsy & Todd Siff Donna & Paul Silverman Linda Vega & Jeffrey Simon Rochelle Sinderbrand Susan Hoffman & Mark Skolkin Alice Small Angela Smith-Litvak & Jason Smith Barbara & Ron Smoller Lynda Newman & Kenneth Snitz Linden & Roger Sofer Annette & Lawrence Sondock Melina Soroka Claudia & Sergio Soroka Melanie & Daniel Spelkin Hedy & Howard Spiegel Tamara & Noah Spiegel Amira & Bradley Staller Arlene & Joseph Staller Andrea & David Stein Tracy & Gary Stein Ronnie Stein Sanford Steinberg Sherry Stoger Jan & Howard Stomel Geri & Bob Stone Lisa & Rabbi Brian Strauss Michele & Steven Strauss Polina & Mark Strug Beverly & David Sufian Sandra & Bernard Sugar Pat & Howard Sussman Gail & Gary Swartz Jill & Charles Talisman Caryn & Benjamin Tamber-Rosenau Lindsay & Elan Tavor Juliana & Stephen Tew

Ilona & James Thomson Paula & Nathan Ticatch Rachel & Andrew Toubin Miriam & Leon Toubin Marsha Turell Roslyn Unger Netanya & Joshua Utay Jack Uzick Linda & Thomas Uzick Jean & Joe Victor Elizabeth Vincent Sylvia Wagman Maureen & Larry Wainer Glenda & Terry Waldman Elizabeth Waxman Jane & Stuart Weil Diane & Evan Weinberger Marla & Michael Weinstein Barbara & Stanley Weinstein Susan Gumbiner & Alex Weisselberg Jeannie & Gary Wermuth Mindy & Miles Wertheimer Susan & Gary Whitman Michael Wiesenthal Bianca & Matthew Wigder Sylvia & Jerome Wilkenfeld Frida & Stuart Wilson Bonnie & Jerry Winograd Rosemary & Bernard Wishnow Bess Wishnow Marcia & Irving Wishnow Irene & Alexander Wolchansky Annat & David Wolf Rochelle & Lee Wunsch Judy & Ronnie Yambra Evelyn & Jerry Yellen Brenda & Edward Yosowitz Denise & Martin Yudovich Michelle & Jonathan Zadok Merryl & Gordon Zuber Gale Zubowski Rachel Zuckman Dianne & Stanley Zweback

* High Holy Day Appeal Contributors as of November 1, 2019

HANUKKAH 2019

anukkah is a Jewish holiday which celebrates the victory of the Maccabees over the larger Syrian army. It also celebrates a miracle that happened during this time, where just a day’s supply of oil allowed the menorah in the rededicated Temple in Jerusalem to remain lit for eight days. Therefore, Jewish people celebrate Hanukkah for eight days. Hanukkah begins on the 25th day of Kislev, this year it begins December 22nd. The Hebrew word hanukkah means rededication. The hanukiah (or hanukkah menorah) is a candle holder, an important Hanukkah symbol. It has nine candles. Traditionally, one candle is separated from the rest, usually by being higher than the other eight. On the first night, only one candle is lit, on the right side of the hanukiah. On the second night, a second candle is added, and they are lit from right to left,. This continues for all eight nights. The candles are never lit directly - instead, the higher candle, (called a shamash, meaning “attendant”) is lit first, and then used to light the rest of the candles. While the candles are lit, blessings are said over them. Jewish children often play a game called dreidel. The dreidel is a foursided spinning top, each side having a Hebrew letter. The fire letters (nun, gimel, hey, shin) stand for the Hebrew phrase, “Nes gadol Haiya shaam,” meaning, “A great miracle happened there.” In Israel, by contrast, the dreidel reads “Po” instead of “shaam,” meaning “here.” So in Israel the phrase is, “a great miracle happened here.”

DONUT FRIES YIELDS: 20 | TOTAL TIME: 15 MINS Delish.com suggestes to dipping the donut fries in jelly and powdered sugar instead of chocolate, for a modern take on sufganiyot!

INGREDIENTS 1 can refrigerated biscuits Vegetable oil, for frying 1/2 c. sugar 1 c. chocolate chips, melted 1/4 c. rainbow nonpareils or sprinkles DIRECTIONS 1. Roll out each biscuit until 3 to 4" long. Slice into strips. 2. Heat 1" vegetable oil in a large pot over mediumhigh heat until slightly bubbling. Add biscuit strips and fry until golden, turning once, 2 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. 3. Roll donut strips in sugar and dip in melted chocolate, then top with sprinkles. Serve immediately. 12

DECEMBER 21 – MINYANAIRE SHABBAT MINYANAIRE OF THE YEAR: WOODY FOX

On Shabbat morning, December 21, we will recognize and pay tribute to all who maintain our daily services in the J. B. Greenfield Chapel. Attendees of the Chapel a n d M u s e u m M i nya n services are invited to join with the Sanctuary service in Freedman-Levit Sanctuary at the conclusion of their services. We will acknowledge our previous honorees Jack Uzick, Filmore Cohen, Dr. Irving Rothman z’l, Dr. Stephen Tew, Max Esses and Burt Skolnik, along with Woody Fox, our “Minyanaire of the Year” for this coming year! Woody has been a regular presence at our evening minyan, frequently leading the prayers. We are honored to be able to acknowledge Woody for his continued contribution to our Chapel and to the congregation; please join us in paying tribute to Woody on December 21!

Jewish Learning Project 2019-2020

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Begins February 23 This class will focus on our desire to talk with God and how that led to the development of Jewish prayers.

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Begins February 2 Introduction to Hebrew with Cantor Dorf* Learn to read Explore stories of gender and violence in the Book of Judith, an ancient Jewish text *Ongoing classes beginning September 8th Hebrew and recognize essential prayer vocabulary. No that didn’t make it into our Tanakh. prior knowledge is necessary. Full class descriptions and dates can be found by visiting our website:

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A MAJOR PIECE OF BAROQUE JEWISH ART RIGHT HERE IN OUR OWN MUSEUM! This is a magnificent, highly elaborate hanukiyah with remarkable silver and gilt filigree from Austria, 1820. Eight lions with hinged heads on a “stage” (perhaps to catch drips) serve as holders for Hanukah lamps. Side candle holders are for Sabbath candles. Tendrils and grill surround an urn with flowers on a pedestal in an archway made of two twisted columns topped by a small urn of flowers similar to the larger centerpiece. Further decorations of heavy filigree of animals and vines can be seen on the front as well as an elaborately etched back.

Your Gift Shop is stocked for all your Hanukkah needs! Toys, Menorahs, Dreidels, Decorations, Tabletop, Candles The Beth Yeshurun Sisterhood Gift Shop hours: Sunday: 10:00am - 1:00pm Monday: Closed Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00am - 4:30pm Friday: 10:00am - 2:30pm Saturday: Closed

VOTE MERCAZ IN THE UPCOMING WORLD ZIONIST CONGRESS ELECTION We know that elections have consequences, both in Israel, and here in the United States. However, as Americans, we have very few opportunities to affect change in Israel. This is our chance. As American Jews who care deeply about Israel, we are facing a rare opportunity to make a difference - one that comes only every 5 years. Beginning January 21, 2020, we can vote to elect MERCAZ representatives to the World Zionist Congress, where they will champion the need for a vibrant pluralistic movement in Israel and specifically demonstrate American support for the core values of religious pluralism, democracy and equality for all Jews. This opportunity is fleeting. The Congress meets once only every five years. This is our one opportunity to make a strong showing in this election and help us secure leadership positions and influence critical funding decisions for the future of the Conservative/Masorti Movement. Your vote for MERCAZ, the official slate of the Conservative Movement, couldn’t be more important. Voting begins on January 21, 2020 but you can sign-up now by Pledging to Vote - just go to MERCAZ2020.org or text VOTE to 917-336-1162. Once you take the Pledge – you will get updated information on the campaign and also be reminded when the election begins. We are asking for a strong turnout from Beth Yeshurun and encourage you to sign-up family, friends, colleagues, as well. Finally, if you would like to get more involved in the campaign, please reach out to the Clergy or contact us at votemercaz@mercazusa.org. Please make sure your voice is heard and Pledge Your Vote today at MERCAZ2020.org Rabbi Brian Strauss

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IN PRIVATE AS IN PUBLIC Whenever a new siddur gets printed, a few things get changed. Most of them are minor, but there is one change in recent prayer books that is very significant, and it has to do with Chanukah...and it’s good to know before it starts. When Rabbi Horwitz we light the candles, the second blessing, traditionally, says that we thank God who did miracles for our ancestors, ba-yamim ha-hem, ba-z’man ha-zeh, in those days in this season. But our books have one small change. It says there, ba-yamim ha-hem u’va-z’man ha-zeh. They added the letter vav to the word ba-z’man. How does that change the meaning? It says, in those days, AND in this era, in our time.

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CONDOLENCES

The congregation extends its sincerest condolences to the families of: Jay Albert, Beverly Levin Beck, Joel Farb, Pauline Fishel, Diane Garber, Larry Jaeger, Marian “Toby” Rosen, and Arnold Rosenzweig May their memories be for a blessing.

A Notice About Bereavement Communications Bereavement notices for our synagogue family are distributed with the permission of the deceased’s family, and the timing of these notices is dictated by the family’s request. Of course, each family grieves in its own way, and we are grateful for our congregation’s patience and understanding with different families’ preferences about how their loss is publicized.

B’nai Mitzvah Owen Ackerman (December 6-7) is the son of Allyson and Darin Ackerman; brother of Sophie; grandson of Ellen and Robert Lieberman of New York, Jackie and Jerry Ackerman of Houston. Owen attends The Emery Weiner School where he plays baseball and basketball. For his mitzvah project, Owen has been working with Faithful Paws, a pet therapy program that takes certified pets into hospitals, nursing homes, rehab centers and schools. Owen has accompanied his dog, Wally, on many therapy visits. Owen will be donating a portion of his Bar Mitzvah gifts to charity.

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Max Edward Grinstein (December 13-14) is the son of Amy and Joe Grinstein, grandson of Maxine and Reuben Grinstein and Lissa John of Houston, and Tim Dominguez’l. Max is nephew to Crystal and Chris Domingue of Hong Kong and Leah and David Marks of Baltimore. Max is a graduate of Beth Yeshurun Day School, is currently homeschooling, and will be a student at LoneStar Community College in the Spring. He enjoys chess, electrical design, debate, and history. Max is volunteering at The Beacon Homeless Services and will donate a portion of the gifts he receives to charity.

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Samuel Mellon (December 13-14) is the son of Cathryn and Stephen Mellon, Grandson of Iris and Nathan Caplovitz, Judy Mellon and the late Harriett and Harry Mellon. Sam is in the 8th grade at Pin Oak Middle School where he enjoys Photography and Animation. He has chosen to continue his Jewish Education by attending Kehillah High and volunteering at Beth Yeshurun’s Religious School as a Madrichim. For his Bar Mitzvah Project, Sam decided to help Anderson Elementary replenish their school library that has not been in use for many years. He created and passed out flyers to the neighbors, collecting several boxes of children’s books. He will participate in the Rabbi’s 10% plan by donating to the Hunger Coalition of Houston to help feed the hungry in our city. Please contact Sara Cohen Kaiser at 713.255.8005 or skaiser@bethyeshurun.org, for your submission deadline to list your Bar/Bat Mitzvah student’s parents, siblings, grandparents, school, and Mitzvah Projects.

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