Beth Israel Quarterly Winter 2024

l EVENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT l CHANUKAH: A NIGHT OF LIGHTS l INSTALLATION SERVICE OF RABBI HIRSCH ACKERMAN l LOOKING AHEAD

CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL OF SAN DIEGO l WINTER 2024 / ‫ חורף‬5785

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Message from Senior Rabbi Jason Nevarez Description

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Message from President John Lefter

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Events in the Spotlight High Holy Days, Day of Service, Debbie Lechtman, Installation of Rabbi Ackerman Hirsch, Interfaith Thanksgiving

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Looking Ahead Wonderful programming to look forward to at Beth Israel

10 Meet your Board Member, Community Volunteer and celebrate

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Susan Hutchinson's 25 years at Beth Israel 12 Mazal Tov! Winter B'nei Mitzvah 14 Welcome New Members 16 Religious School and Preschool Highlights Shinshinit Eden

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R A B B I ’ S

M E S S A G E

By Senior Rabbi Jason Nevarez

MAY WE emerge FROM THIS SACRED SEASON WITH renewed purpose Dear Friends, I hope you are enjoying the opportunity that summer offers recreation, travel and time with those close to you.

As we begin our approach to the High Holy Days, your Beth Israel clergy and staff are deeply immersed in preparations for this sacred season, as we bring intention to welcoming 5785.

The past year has presented the Jewish people with numerous challenges, underscoring the essential role of community in our lives. With everything going on at present and all that has occurred since we last gathered for the High Holy Days, it’s important to name the fragility of the moments in which we are living. It is challenging to even imagine what tomorrow will bring, no less what will be when we welcome a Jewish New Year in a few weeks' time. And yet, imagining a better future has always been central to our faith – both imagining and doing the footwork towards actualizing it. And to achieve those things, even when the world is at its darkest, we have always employed our most powerful tool: hope.

In his masterwork on the topic, “Choosing Hope: The Heritage of Judaism,” David Arnow gives the following definition of hope: “Hope reflects our embrace of the possibility of a particular, deeply desired future, and hope fuels our actions to help bring it about.”

Hope is not the same as optimism, wishful thinking, or blind faith. Rather, finding hope is the ability to imagine a better future, to believe that it is a real possibility (no matter how remote), and to build the path toward that reality, step by step.

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks z”l gave powerful insight on hope as well:

“Optimism is the belief that things are going to get better.

Hope is the belief that if we work hard enough together, we can make things better. It takes no courage, just a certain naivety to be an optimist. It needs a great deal of courage to have hope.”

For thousands of years, hope has been employed time and again to bring the Jewish people from slavery to freedom, from lowliness to might, from homelessness to home.

This year, we have chosen “From Out of the Depths, Finding Hope” as the theme that will be woven through our prayerful moments and messages this High Holy Day season at Beth Israel; we have entered yet another time in our people’s history that requires us to imagine a better future and, perhaps even more importantly, to have the courage to bring it about.

As we come together in a few weeks time, to reflect on the year that has passed and commit ourselves to a new course for the year to come, the shofar's echoes will resound, awakening our spirits to the foundational messages carried through our ancestors, and entrusted to us.

May we emerge from this sacred season with renewed purpose, carrying the lessons of introspection and atonement with us as we navigate the troubled waters, allowing our souls to soar to new heights of understanding, love, compassion, and community.

I [and we] look forward to seeing all of you over these Days of Awe! Rabbi Jason Nevarez

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P R E S I D E N T ’ S

M E S S A G E

By John Lefter

APPRECIATION FOR BEING IN

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community

Shalom!

The fall season has brought renewed energy to our congregation. It was wonderful to connect with so many during this year’s High Holiday services, which offered both in-person and virtual participation. A common sentiment shared by long-time members and first-time visitors alike was the joy of being together in community, the warmth of our congregation, and the high quality of the services that uplifted everyone’s spirits. Many thanks to the clergy, staff, musicians, choirs, soloists, and volunteers who made this experience possible.

A special recent highlight was the formal installation of Rabbi Ackerman Hirsch as our newest Rabbi. The event was filled with excitement and celebration, and we are grateful to welcome such a talented spiritual leader and teacher whose commitment to learning, and community service enriches us all. I am continuously amazed by her energy, passion and enthusiasm, which are grounded in her desire to create space for congregant’s experiences, and her love of Torah and learning. Thank you to those who supported the event, both in person and in spirit.

I also would like to express my gratitude to past presidents Mary Ann Scher and Dan Jones, for agreeing to co-chair the upcoming Capital Campaign. Their leadership is pivotal as we continue efforts to raise funds for the campus renovation and mikvah in the coming months. It's important to note that while the vote on the Mikvah construction was a necessary preliminary public step required by our Bylaws, we need to reach certain fundraising milestones to start the O u to r Sthe h a community's r e d S a c r e d full P aengagement r t n e r s h i p : and support during the permitting and construction phases. We look forward Beth Israel’s Self-Directed Membership Program upcoming public phase of the campaign.

YOU BELONG.

I look forward to keeping you updated on our progress and to seeing you in person soon.

L’Shalom!

Belonging. Community. Partnership.

Make a year-end, tax deductible gif t to Beth Israel Beth Israel is committed to fostering hope and to remaining vital and responsive. It is only with your partnership that we can sustain and enhance our efforts. Your support ensures: • Our clergy are accessible as they provide inspiration, comfort and counsel.

• The campus remains a safe place for all ages and stages to explore their Jewish identities and deepen their connections to Judaism.

• Beth Israel continues to be a community leader in both convening and working to educate and combat antisemitism throughout San Diego.

Make a meaningful commitment to your synagogue family.

• We maintain excellence in our programs and services.

As 2024 draws to a close, please make a one-time donation by mail or online at cbisd.org/giving, or increase your annual membership commitment to support your Beth Israel family.

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SPOTLIGHT EVENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Finding Hope Together: High Holy Days 5785 This High Holy Days season, our Beth Israel community came together to embody this year’s theme: Finding Hope from Out of the Depths. Inspiring sermons from our clergy explored hope and renewal, while music from our choirs and band elevated the season’s emotions.

Highlights included Tashlich and the Rosh Hashanah Second Day Hike, offering moments of reflection in nature, and Food for Thought on Yom Kippur, where meaningful discussions enriched the day’s meaning.

Sukkot services brought us together with music, community, and gratitude, while Simchat Torah closed the season marking the sacred cycle of Torah readings.

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EVENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT Day of Service Our recent Day of Service event brought our Beth Israel community together for a day filled with purpose and connection.

Participants engaged in meaningful projects, including painting, sprucing up garden beds, preparing school materials, and dismantling the sukkah. We are grateful for everyone who joined us in strengthening our bonds and enhancing our synagogue.

Thank you for your enthusiasm and dedication, which truly made a difference.

change AND advocacy

Social Media as Platform for Change and Advocacy with Debbie Lechtman We welcomed Debbie Lechtman (@rootsmetals), who spoke about how she has used her Instagram platform to combat the spread of false and antisemitic information. Debbie shared an important message with our community about the importance of knowing one's ancestry and heritage. She expressed that it is important that we do not let others take that history and the desire to learn it away from us.

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Installation Service of Rabbi Ackerman Hirsh On Friday, November 8, our Beth Israel community gathered for the Installation Service of Rabbi Elana Ackerman Hirsch. The evening was filled with warmth and excitement as we welcomed her leadership.

Rabbi Ackerman Hirsch’s commitment to creating meaningful spaces, her devotion to Torah, and her passion for building community shine through.

Welcome home, Rabbi Ackerman Hirsch!

Gratitude and Unity: 44th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service Thank you to all who joined us for the 44th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service and for your generous donations. Together, we strengthen our bonds and work toward a brighter future. Special thanks to Reverend Trudy Robinson for her inspiring message, our clergy for leading the service, and the choirs of Beth Israel and First United Methodist Church for their joyous music. Your contributions will support our Annual Dominican Republic Service Learning Trip, providing essential first aid supplies to those in need.

Thank you for being part of this meaningful gathering!

gratitude AND unity

Starting from the left, Rabbi Bernstein, Cantor Emerita, Rabbi Cantor Jeremy Gimbel, Reverend Trudy Robinson, Rabbi Jason Nevarez, Reverend Dr. Hannah Ka, and Rabbi Ackerman Hirsch

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AHEAD LOOKING AHEAD

CHANUKAH Cooking with Caring Community: Chanukah Edition Wednesday, December 11 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Hosted by Rabbi Nevarez, Rabbi Bernstein, Cantor Emerita; Rabbi Cantor Gimbel, and Rabbi Ackerman Hirsch delight with Chanukah latke traditions.

Night of Lights Erev Shabbat Chanukah Service Friday, December 20 6:15 pm Erev Shabbat Chanukah Service and Consecration Ceremony Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Light Up Your Chanukiah!

Friday, December 27 @ 6:00pm Price Family Courtyard Bring your own Chanukiah to light!

Erev Shabbat Chanukah Chai Service Friday, December 27 @ 6:15 pm Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

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A JOURNEY OF GROWTH AND REFLECTION Join us this winter for a series of transformative Adult Learning opportunities!

As we step into the new year, we invite you to explore meaningful learning experiences designed to foster growth, connection, and reflection. From Nicole Nevarez’s series on turning hardship into healing, to casual lunch sessions with Rabbi Nevarez, and an upcoming opportunity with Rabbi Cantor Gimbel, these offerings are designed to inspire and deepen your spiritual journey.

Whether you're seeking personal growth, community connection, or thoughtful discussion, these sessions will provide valuable insights to start your year with intention and hope.

From Tzar to Rechem: From Contraction to Expansion with Nicole Nevarez Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, and 28 The theme we explored during the High Holy Days - From out of the Depths, Finding Hope - is a powerful invitation. An invitation to utilize the power of the pain so many of us have experienced this last year and continue to walk through, as a portal to deeper learning and practices to alchemize the “hard” into light and expansion for ourselves and others. Together we will learn frameworks and tools to help us reorient to the difficult feelings and experiences and live in more freedom and hope. Come no matter where you are in this process. The experience will only be enriched by a diversity of experiences and perspectives.

Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Nevarez Wednesdays, January 22 and 29 Come join Rabbi Nevarez for a light lunch and learning opportunity.

Rabbi Cantor Gimbel Learning Opportunity Wednesdays, February 5, 12, and 19 Need blurb

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC SERVICE TRIP February 15-22, 2025 Rabbi Nevarez is looking forward to leading our annual Interfaith Dominican Republic Service Learning Trip. He will be joined by clergy from First United Methodist Church, as our congregations join together in our effort to build a home for a family in need.

Each year, we collect and bring medical supplies for first aid that can be donated to the community. Our attendees have found this to be a profoundly transformative experience.

Please contact Raphael Stigliano, Program Coordinator at rstig@cbisd.org to learn more.

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MEET & BOARD MEMBERS

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS AVA KURNOW Community Volunteer Beth Israel has been a perfect home for my last eight years as a Jewish Educator.

Originally from Phoenix, I moved to San Diego after meeting my husband and found my happy place at Beth Israel.

A highlight of my time as Education Director was planning and being on the first Israel trip for our 11th graders, generously funded by Shearn (z” l) and Linda Platt. I also cherished the Tuesday night high school program including a trip to D.C. and the Family Education program that Rabbis Berk, Bernstein, Satz and Gimbel were so willing to teach while dressed in crazy costumes.

After retiring, I volunteered with the Caring Community which was envisioned and brought to fruition by Rabbi Berk. I am now the Chairperson and find the work so gratifying and purposeful that I really can’t call it work. It’s a labor of love to cook, deliver meals, package gift boxes for college students, support meaningful programs, help at High Holy Days, work with Women of Beth Israel, Religious School projects, and phone our elderly congregants. I do have to admit that I am somewhat cooking challenged. However, I love doing it, even if off screen, Katey sometimes has to fix the things I’ve messed up, like cleaning the spilled food off my feet.

It’s our secret.

Also meaningful to me is working at the “Mitzvah Mall,” a program, born from love of shopping and doing mitzvot that I created 20 years ago. Who knew it could turn into such a wonderful teaching project?

Congregation Beth Israel remains the warm, caring, innovative, community I was welcomed into 15 years ago!

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HERB HAFTER Board Member I’m a third generation Beth Israel member, married to my wife Ellen for 53 years. Our two daughters, as well as our grandson attended Beth Israel’s Lee & Frank Goldberg Family Religious School. I’ve been honored to have served on the Beth Israel Board of Directors at three different times and currently chair our Real Estate Committee and am a member of the Finance Committee.

One of my first significant experiences at Beth Israel was during my time as Men’s Club president. The Men’s Club signature event used to be a monthly Sunday morning lox and bagel breakfast. One of my mentors impressed upon me that at Beth Israel we strive for excellence in everything we do. For example, we served the highest quality food possible since for some attendees of limited means, this was their only meal of the day.

We also strived to create a warm welcoming environment and to treat everyone with grace and dignity, since, as stressed to me, you never knew who may be experiencing challenges in life.

At a young age, this experience taught me to “never judge a book by its cover”, and to treat those we interact with, whether personally or professionally, with respect, kindness and empathy; the way we would want to be treated. It also ingrained in me Beth Israel’s high standard of excellence when executing ANY projects or programs.

I’d like to think my educational and professional background in finance and real estate has contributed to Beth Israel being on a sound financial footing. This of course allows us to hire the most talented staff who provide premier programming and services to our congregants.

One of my most memorable moments with Beth Israel was camping with our Chavurah and celebrating Shabbat services at the base of a boulder we called “Shabbat Rock.”

SUSAN HUTCHINSON Honoring 25 Years of Dedication: Susan Hutchison's Legacy of Love and Service

For a quarter century, from February 2000, until February 2025, when she will leave her Associate position in the Clergy Suite, Susan Hutchison has served our community with devotion and grace, dedicating herself to the needs of hundreds of families and individuals throughout the years.

As a former teacher, with a wry sense of English/Scottish humor (which she comes by naturally), Susan had skill sets far beyond what it takes to organize the Rabbi Cantors, care for B'nei Mitzvah students, help grieving families, families with newborns and herself, celebrate with a full heart holidays and life cycle events that are not part of her tradition. Every High Holy day, Susan insured that music, choirs, and honors were organized and along with her many Associate partners in the clergy suite over

the years, Susan created a loving, caring atmosphere inside the clergy suite.

Moreover, Susan has lent her artistic and crafting skills to welcoming and saying goodbye to staff members; creating decorations for B’nei Mitzvah celebrations and making the gifts of books we give our new Jews on the day of their conversion an artistic presentation.

When white Torah covers were needed for the preschool “stuffed” Torahs, Susan’s sewing skills created beautiful High Holiday covers, so the children could learn and be an active part of this beautiful tradition.

When our adopted Holocaust Torah came to Beth Israel, Rabbi Nevarez engaged Susan in the creation of an extraordinary Torah Cover. Every stitch was given with love and every

color and artistic piece of cloth was chosen, and created with deep meaning behind it, in her remarkable vision. This cover is an exceptional gift of a righteous friend of the Jewish people.

Her legacy with Beth Israel will always be for us, a blessing.

For twenty-five years, Susan has given us her heart and soul with unsurpassed generosity. We are grateful to Stuart Simmons who hired her, saying, this one is a keeper. And while we would like to keep Susan for much longer, we wish her much joy in all her future endeavors, knowing that as family, we will always be connected with her and her legacy with Beth Israel will always be for us, a blessing.

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Mazal Tov B'NEI MITZVAH TO OUR

GRIFFIN FEINMAN

Jan 11, 4pm

HARLEY CARPENTER

Jan 18, 10am

MAGGIE PAPPELBAUM

Jan 25, 10am

Griffin Feinman is the son of Jessica and Michael Feinman and grandson of David and Lesley Cohn and Diane and Robert Feinman (z”l). Griffin attends La Jolla Country Day School. For his Mitzvah project, Griffin has been volunteering throughout the San Diego community in a variety of ways. He has fed the homeless, packed food for the needy and worked at a senior center serving lunch and playing bingo. Griffin enjoys playing lacrosse, golf and tennis as well as watching sports and spending time with his friends and family. He especially loves connecting with his two big brothers, Harris and Carter over facetime, on family trips or when they are home from college.

Harley Carnot Carpenter is the son of Kimberly Carnot and Traci Carpenter and the grandson of Edward and Pamela Carnot and Juanita and Bob (z”l) Carpenter. Harley attends the San Diego Jewish Academy. For his Mitzvah project, Harley is collecting donations of supplies and fundraising for the San Diego Humane Society. In his free time, Harley enjoys going to escape rooms and amusement parks with his family and friends. He is a competitive tennis player and loves international travel.

Maggie Pappelbaum is the daughter of Shawn and Adam Pappelbaum, and the sister of Ben Pappelbaum. She is the granddaughter of Roselyn and Stanley Pappelbaum, and Ira and Karen Meislik.

Maggie is a student at Pacific Trails Middle School in Carmel Valley. For her Mitzvah project, she and her brother Ben are raising funds to promote equity in youth sports through a recycling initiative. Maggie enjoys playing softball, baking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

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BEN PAPPELBAUM

Jan 25, 10am

ALEXANDER MASSEY

Jan 25, 4m

AVERY PERILMAN

Feb 1, 4pm

Ben Pappelbaum is the son of Shawn and Adam Pappelbaum and the brother of Maggie Pappelbaum. He is the grandson of Ira and Karen Meislik and Roselyn and Stanley Pappelbaum. A student at Pacific Trails Middle School in Carmel Valley, Ben is partnering with his sister Maggie on their Mitzvah project to raise funds for Sports4Kids (https:www. sports4.org/), a nonprofit dedicated to providing sports opportunities for low-income youth. Outside of his project, Ben has a passion for golf, enjoys taking on engineering challenges, and plays keys in a rock band.

Alex is the son of Valerie and Steve Massey and the grandson of Ellen and Paul Silverman; Gail and Dean Massey. He attends Oak Valley Middle School.

Alex could not decide on one Mitzvah project, so he picked them all and is continuing his involvement in many community projects including, park cleanup, fundraising and running 5k races, and feeding the homeless. He enjoys dividing his free time between the computer and being outside playing lacrosse, soccer, skateboarding, biking, and snowboarding.

Avery Perilman is the daughter of Brad and Jessica Perilman, granddaughter of Richard and Sara London and Bryan and Caren Perilman. Avery attends Pacific Trails Middle School. In her free time, she plays flag football and softball, enjoys spending time with her friends, and loves her summers in Pennsylvania at sleepaway camp. Avery gives back to her community in many ways by participating in the FAV (female athlete volunteers) organization. For her Mitzvah project, she is leading a food drive and will be donating non-perishables to families in need.

B’NEI MITZVAH January-February 2025 Asher Gopen Griffin Feinman Harley Carpenter Maggie Pappelbaum Alexander Massey Ben Pappelbaum Avery Perilman Shiloh Butler

January 11, 10:00 am January 11, 4:00 pm January 18, 10:00 am January 25, 10:00 am January 25, 4:00 pm January 25, 10:00 am February 1, 4:00 pm February 22, 10:00 am

SUFGANIYOT A

D E L I C I O U S

C H A N U K A H

in a bag

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INGREDIENTS (MAKES 10):

PREPARATION:

1 packet yeast (2 1/4 tsp)

Add all ingredients (except jelly) to a gallon bag. Seal, then squeeze and knead until mixed. Kids can be great helpers here!

3 cups flour 1 egg 3 tbsp sugar 1 cup warm water 1 1/2 tbsp oil (+ more for frying) 1/2 tsp salt 1 tbsp brandy or cognac Zest of 1 lemon

Place the bag in warm water to rest for 1 hour.

Remove dough from the bag onto a floured surface. Make sure both sides of the dough are floured to prevent sticking.

2 cups jelly

Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness and cut into 2-inch circles. Let rest for 30 minutes.

Fry circles in 350°F oil for 1 minute per side, then cool.

Fill with your favorite jelly.

Enjoy this easy, fun way to make sufganiyot for Chanukah!

Recipe adapted from Jewlish, creators of delicious and easy-to-follow recipes.

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! Jeri Hafter Jeri, a native San Diegan from Mt. Helix now living in Hillcrest, has deep roots at Beth Israel through her grandfather, Judge Jacob Weinberger, who arrived in San Diego in 1912. A retired San Diego Unified teacher, Jeri enjoys traveling, with a highlight being her trip to Israel with the Jewish Federation of San Diego. She is passionate about volunteering, supporting Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary, the Old Globe Theater, and Beth Israel's Hunger Project. A lover of theater and music, Jeri is excited to reconnect with Beth Israel and engage with the Social Action Network and Women of Beth Israel.

Zoë & Jake Lieberman Zoë and Jake Lieberman live in Encinitas, having moved from New York about four years ago, much like Rabbi Nevarez. They quickly felt a sense of community and belonging at Beth Israel.

After Rabbi Nevarez officiated their wedding in November 2023, they were moved by the beautiful ceremony he led. Getting to know him leading up to their wedding inspired them to join Beth Israel and become a part of this warm community.

Sarah & Morris Lifschutz Sarah and Morris Lifschutz live in Pacific Highlands Ranch in Carmel Valley with their three children, Noah (10), Elliot (8), and Madison (6). Their family is always on the move, enjoying karaoke, dancing, swimming, music, flag football, and martial arts. They already feel at home with the wonderful staff and support from the Madrichim at Beth Israel. While exploring several synagogues, they found that Beth Israel best aligned with their goals for Jewish education and future B'nei Mitzvah experiences for their children.

Lyndsi & Nathan Okh Lyndsi and Nathan Okh live in Birdland, near the Serra Mesa area. Married two years ago after meeting on Jdate, they’re excited to start their journey as a Jewish family by joining a synagogue.

Nathan is a talented photographer, aerial drone pilot, and chef who works in tech. Lyndsi enjoys concerts, music festivals, reading, working out, spending time with friends, and has a soft spot for reality TV. Together, they love traveling and exploring life through food. Their 1-year-old Havanese puppy, Ori, brings them endless joy with his happy personality and love for everyone he meets—true to his name, "our light." The Okhs were drawn to Beth Israel after experiencing the beautiful High Holy Day services a few years ago and knew it had to be their home. They loved this year’s High Holy Day services, the delicious break fast, and the insightful conversation with Instagram activist "Roots Metals." They also appreciate the synagogue’s stunning architecture and commitment to security.

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Amanda and Vanessa Silver Amanda, Vanessa, and Ari Silver recently moved from University Heights to La Jolla Colony. Vanessa works as a Doctor of Physical Therapy at UCSD Jacob’s Medical Center, and Amanda is pursuing her PhD in Organizational Behavior at the Rady School of Management at UCSD. They enjoy staying active outdoors with local hikes, neighborhood park strolls, and trips to the beach. This past summer, they welcomed their first child, Ariel Evan Silver, who is now 3 months old and has quickly become the center of their world.

The Silvers love how welcoming and caring the Beth Israel congregation has been. They were drawn to Beth Israel for its inclusiveness and progressive spirit, especially after attending Pride Shabbat over the summer. They’re excited to begin the Intro to Judaism course and are looking forward to Ariel starting preschool at Beth Israel in the coming months.

Jill Harris & Ed Vul Jill and Ed Vul, along with their children Jeremy (7), Molly (5), and Zack (3), live in Scripps Ranch.

Both scientists, Jill and Ed love spending time outdoors with their children, whether on weekend hikes or camping trips. They joined Beth Israel to provide their children with a place to learn about Judaism and build their Jewish identities. Jeremy and Molly have started religious school and are loving it! They were also encouraged to join by Jill’s parents, Jeff and Joan Harris, who are active Beth Israel members, with Joan organizing Sunday dinners for Rachel’s Women’s Center and Jeff serving as president of the Men’s Club. Having multiple generations in the congregation helps them feel right at home.

Other new or returning members A warm welcome to all our new members! Thank you for sharing your wonderful bios and photos.

While we couldn’t fit everyone in this issue, you’ll shine in the Spring BIQ—stay tuned!

Adi Azran Abraham & Ady Abraham Aileen & Mark Tiras Alec Brooks & Alexa Lomberg Anna & Max Mueller Barry Potter Bibianne Fell & James Geller Burton & Francine Krieger Carolina Kahn Carrie & Daniel Aisen Charles Zellerbach Dafna Abend & Yoav Ben-Tal Dalya Dallal & Sheldon Kleiman Debra Hirsch Diane & Harold Schneeweiss Dorene & Omri Paran Einat Brenner & Justin Semonsen Elisa Langsam & Chris Williams Erica Bureau Eva Freeman and Randolph Franklin Harel & Lital Bachenheimer Iris Bernard Halpern & Stephen Halpern Isobel & Marc Leverant Jacqueline Reiss-Kravitz & Alan Kravitz Jamie Altman & Alex Buggy

Janice & Michael Sedloff Janice Giles Jaymie Noelle & Aaron Gilfand Jen & Andy Jordan Jenna & David Bavli Jennifer Gabriel Jerrilyn Goldberg & Daniel Albrecht Jessica & Andrew Bleier Judy & Joshua Turnbull Juliet Mohnkern & Brett Schwartz Karen & Corbin Prychun Kay & Leland Greenwald Lanny Cornell Larry Lachman Laura & Brad Hurvitz Laura Haberman Lauren & David Hiller Laurie Sanford Linda Brucker Dreyfuss Lisa & Jeffrey Barry Lori Good & Martin Thurston Lynette & Jeffrey Schwartz Marcy Erb & Emily Grossman Marlo & Michael Willows

Martin Ferron Michael Winikoff Monica & Ashley Flavel Nicole & Jonathan Cohen Nina & Howard Levy Noa Raz & Shneur Shapiro Norma & Richard Erth Rachel & Adam Stone Rachel Bader & Katherine Rodriguez Rebecca & Brian Freiwald Renee Kohn Samantha Friend & Christopher Ford Sara Beth & Samuel Hatfield Sharon Appelbaum & Evan Walvoord Shira Azulai & Yohai Magen Sonya & Leo Roos Susan Freed Suzy Sostrin & Hunter Rainer Tamar Wolinsky & Alexander Ettinger Taylor Simon & Steven Blumberg Tracy & Charles Rogers Vanessa Rutman & Ryan Smith

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SHINSHINIT EDEN

BRINGING ISRAEL TO LIFE: SHINSHINIT EDEN’S JOYFUL IMPACT ON OUR COMMUNITY Eden brings light, enthusiasm, and a deep connection to Israel to our preschool, Religious School, and Beth Israel community. As our ShinShinit, Eden is spending the year living, teaching, and sharing her love of Israel with our youngest learners in San Diego.

In the Bill & Sid Rubin Preschool, she helps in classrooms, braids challah with the kids on Fridays, and introduced chocolate milk bags—a favorite childhood treat in Israel. She also brought the 'Afifoniyada' kite festival, a tradition from the Kfar Gaza community, symbolizing hope, love, and peace as students create and display kites around the school.

In the Lee and Frank Goldberg Family Religious School, Eden shares modern Israeli culture through music, crafts, and treats like chocolate balls, while teaching about life in Israel and helping students connect with the country’s traditions.

We are grateful for the joyful programming Eden brings and the love of Israel she inspires in our community.

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W H AT ’ S H A P P E N I N G AT

Beth Israel

December 2024 - February 2025

We offer diverse access for many programs and will continue to offer streaming/Zoom for those unable to join us in-person WORSHIP SCHEDULE Friday, December 6, 2024 5:00 p.m. Young Families Shabbat, Foster Family Chapel 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, December 7, 2024 Torah Portion: Vayeitzei (Genesis 28:10−32:3) Haftarah: Hosea 12:13-14:10 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Marty Lawson, Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel 4:00 p.m. The congregation celebrates a B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Friday, December 13, 2024 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Family Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 8:30 p.m. Shira Chadasha Service, Foster Family Chapel Saturday, December 14, 2024 Torah Portion: Vayishlach (Genesis 32:4−36:43) Haftarah: Hosea 11:7-12:12 [historic: Ovadiah 1:1-21] 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Jason Nevarez, Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel

4:00 p.m. The congregation celebrates a B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Friday, December 20, 2024 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Chanukah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, December 21, 2024 Torah Portion: Vayeishev (Genesis 37:1-40:23) Haftarah: Amos 2:6-3:8 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Elana Ackerman Hirsch, Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel 4:00 p.m. The congregation celebrates a B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Friday, December 27, 2024 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Chanukah Chai Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, December 28, 2024 Torah Portion: Mikeitz (Genesis 41:144:17) Haftarah: Zechariah 4:1-7 {Historic;Zechariah 2:14-4:7] 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Richard Agler, Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel Friday, January 3, 2025 5:00 p.m. Young Family Shabbat Service, Foster Family Chapel

6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, January 4, 2025 Torah Portion: Vayigash (Genesis 44:18-47:27) Haftarah: Ezekiel 37:15-28 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Richard Graubart, Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) Friday, January 10, 2025 6:15 p.m. Family Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 8:30 p.m. Shira Chadasha, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary Saturday, January 11, 2025 Torah Portion: Va-y’chi Genesis 47:2850:26 Haftarah: I Kings 2:1-12 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel 4:00 p.m. The congregation celebrates B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Friday, January 17, 2025 6:15 p.m. MLK Shabbat and Rabbi Cantor Jeremy Gimbel Installation Saturday, January 18, 2025 Torah Portion: Sh’mot Exodus 1:1-6:1 Haftarah: Isaiah 27:6-28:13; 29:22-23 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Richard Agler, Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) WINTER 2024 / 5785 17

10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel Friday, January 24, 2025 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, January 25, 2025 Torah Portion: Va-eira Exodus 6:29:35 Haftarah: Ezekiel 28:25-29:21 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Elana Ackerman Hirsch Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel 4:00 p.m. The congregation celebrates B’nei Mitzvah Service,Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Friday, January 31, 2025 6:15 p.m. Chai Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, February 1, 2025 Torah Portion: Bo Exodus 10:1-13:16 Haftarah: Jeremiah 46:13-28 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Cantor Gimbel, Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel 4:00 p.m. The congregation celebrates B’nei Mitzvah Service,Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Friday, February 7, 2025 5:00 P.M. Young Families Shabbat, Foster Family Chapel 6:15 p.m. Learner’s Shabbat, Shira Shabbat, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

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Saturday, February 8, 2025 Torah Portion: B’shalach Exodus 13:17−17:16 Haftarah: Judges 4:4-5:31 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Jason Nevarez, Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel

9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Philip Graubart, Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel

Friday, February 14, 2025 6:15 p.m. Family Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 8:30 p.m. Shira Chadasha, Foster Family Chapel

ADULT EDUCATION Visit us at cbisd.org/lifelonglearning/adult-education

Saturday, February 15, 2025 Torah Portion: Yitro Exodus 18:1–20:23 Haftarah: Isaiah 6:1-7:6; 9:5-6 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Elana Ackerman Hirsch, Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel Friday, February 21, 2025 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, February 22, 2025 Torah Portion: Mishpatim Exodus 21:1−24:18 Haftarah: Jeremiah 34:8-22; 33:25-26 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Feuerstein Family Activity Center (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B’nei Mitzvah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel

CONGREGATIONAL LEARNING AND PROGRAMMING

Daytimers Book Club Tuesdays, December 3, January 7, February 4 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Images of a People: Jews in Art Thursdays, December 5, 12, 19 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm From Out of the Depths: Lessons in Hope & Resilience with Scholar-InResidence Rabbi Yael Vurgan Sunday, December 8 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Roots and Resilience: The Jewish Story of Romania and Moldova Sunday, December 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Adult Evening Book Club Thursdays, December 19, January 16, February 20 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm From Tzar to Rechem with Nicole Nevarez Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Friday, February 28, 2025 6:15 p.m. Chai Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Jason Nevarez Wednesdays, January 22, 29 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Saturday, March 1, 2025 Torah Portion: T'rumah Exodus 25:1−27:19 Haftarah: II Kings 12:5-16 [historic: II Kings 12:1-17]

Learning Opportunity with Rabbi Cantor Jeremy Gimbel Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Morning Mindfulness with Julie Potiker Wednesdays @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

MEMBERSHIP & ENGAGEMENT Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/ member-meet-ups

J² Event (3rd-5th) Sunday, December 15 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

CARING COMMUNITY Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/ caring-community

Member Meet Up: Knitting and Crocheting for Caring Community Sundays, December 8, January 12, February 9 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Justice League Father Joe's Event (7th and 8th) Sunday, January 12 @ 8:00 am-11:30 am

Member Meet Up: Tuesday Afternoon Mahjong Tuesdays @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

J² Event (3rd-5th) Sunday, January 26 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

SPECIAL EVENTS Visit us at cbisd.org/programs/ category/special/

Justice League Cooking Event (6th-8th) Sunday, February 2 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Cooking with Caring Community Wednesdays, December 11; Monday, January 27; February 24 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

SOCIAL ACTION NETWORK Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/ social-action-network Providing Dinner to the Residents of Rachel’s Women’s Center & Night Shelter Sunday, December 8 @ 4:15 pm

From Out of the Depths: Lessons in Hope & Resilience with Scholar-InResidence Rabbi Yael Vurgan Sunday, December 8 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

MEN'S CLUB Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/ mensclub

TRIBE Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/ tribe

Men’s Club Discussion Group Mondays, December 9, 23; January 13, 27; February 10, 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Tribe Oneg Fridays, December 20, January 24, February 21 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Shabbat Men’s Club Led Service Saturday, December 14 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

HUNGER PROJECT Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/ hunger-project

Men’s Club Dinner Forum Wednesdays, December 18, January 15, February 19 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

2nd through 5th Sunday of every month, @ 8:30-11:30 am

Men’s Club at Father Joe’s Sunday, December 22 @ 8:30 am - 11:30 am

FAMILY PROGRAMS Young Families Shabbat Fridays, December 6, January 3, February 7

J² Event (3rd-5th) Sunday, February 23 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION BILL & SID RUBIN PRESCHOOL Visit us at cbisd.org/lifelonglearning/early-childhood-center Young Families Shabbat Fridays, December 6, January 3, February 7

WOMEN OF BETH ISRAEL Visit us at cbisd.org/programs/ category/wbi/ Latkes & Vodka Thursday, December 5 @ 6:00 pm Thrive In 2025 Thursday, January 16 @ 7:00 pm

For all other events, visit www.cbisd.org

Justice League Cooking Event (6th8th) Sunday, December 8 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

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Contributions RABBI NEVAREZ'S FUND Contribution by: Julie and George Bronstein Linda and Edward Janon Robin and Joth Layton Arthur Rosen In appreciation of: Rabbi Nevarez by Janice Alper Rabbi Nevarez’s patience and thoughtfulness by Janice Alper Rabbi Nevarez for beautiful High Holy Day services by Shirley Deckelboim Rabbi Nevarez for the wonderful B'nei Mitzvah service for Charlie and Oliver Kassar by Carol Fox Rabbi Nevarez being a part of Charlie and Oliver’s B'nei Mitzvah journey by Kate and John Kassar The beautiful wedding ceremony for David Perlman and Lauren Lutren by Janet and John Perlman Rabbi Nevarez’s amazing presence, resilience, and kindness by Richard Weinroth In honor of: Colton Earp’s B'nei Mitzvah by Avalee and Howard Cohen Elliot Goldstein by Nina Goldstein The Bris of Elliot Rosenfeld by Stuart Rubenstein In memory of: Irwin Berton by Robert Berton Alvin Dundee by Shirley and Willie Burger Isidor Gelbutch by Howard and Vicki Gelbutch Gloria Sheinbein by Fred and Judy Sheinbein Sidel Lionel Weinstein by David Weinstein RABBI BERNSTEIN CANTOR EMERITA'S FUND Contribution by: Jennifer Zapp In appreciation of: Rabbi Bernstein officiating Tamara and JP Amor’s wedding ceremony by the Nenette Adelson- Rodriguez, Walter Rodriguez and family Rabbi Bernstein officiating their wedding and making it so meaningful by Tamara and JP Amor Rabbi Cantor Bernstein for the beautiful b’nei mitzvot for her grandsons Charlie and Oliver Kassar

by Carol Fox Rabbi Berstein being a part of Charlie and Oliver’s b’nei mitzvah journey by Kate and John Kassar Rabbi Bernstein officiating at Mike and Lucia’s ceremony by Jori Potiker In honor of: The 5th Aliyah blessing after the Torah reading at the Yom Kippur morning service by Betsy and Richard Haubrich Charlie and Ollie’s becoming B'nei Mitzvah by Sarah and Thomas Karp, Jessie, Jonathan, Gavi, and Talia Karp-Wiley High Holy Day honors by Diane and Buddy Voit In memory of: Lloyd Campbell by Ian Campbell May Campbell by Ian Campbell Allison Campbell Fomon by Robbi Campbell

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Max Glaser by Joni and Rich Miller, and Lauren Sweeney Miller Irving Gold by Russ and Andrea Gold Timothy Grantman by Terri Levenson Ruth Harris by Nancy Harris Ronald Hecker by Bev and Len Bernstein, Alissa Hecker Sheila Zena Goldstein Haubrich by Betsy and Richard Haubrich Marcia Krasny by Jerrold, Lauren and Allyson Krasny Lee Landau-Harrison by Michael Landau Mary Gorges Marshall by Mary Marshall Sanford Miller by Joni and Rich Miller, and Lauren Sweeney Miller Janet Scharaga by Hermeen Scharaga Sam Scharaga by Hermeen Scharaga Leah Temkin by Nancy and Marty Goldberg RABBI CANTOR GIMBEL’S FUND In appreciation of: Rabbi Cantor Gimbel for his talent, warmth and inspiration by Janice Alper The beautiful music by Julia KotlyarHughes and Joseph Hughes Rabbi Gimbel for Parker Rosenberg’s B'nei Mitzvah by Audra and Jonathan Rosenberg In honor of: Colton Earp’s B'nei Mitzvah by Avalee and Howard Cohen The baby naming ceremony for Jordana by Tami, Michael, and Harrison Engelke Rabbi Gimbel being a part of Charlie and Oliver’s B'nei Mitzvah journey by Kate and John Kassar Rabbi Cantor Gimbel for the beautiful B'nei Mitzvah service for her grandsons, Charlie and Oliver Kassar by Carol Fox In memory of: Shirley Ginsberg by Robert and Jamison Ginsberg Rachel Ann North by Sheri and Fred Johnson Brad K. Robbins by Shira Robbins and Peter Durdaller Robert S. Robbins by Shira Robbins and Peter Durdaller Sophie Spector by Gerald and Dale Spector Manny Stein by Ilene Benkle Gary Sugarman by Ilene Benkle I. Harry Tennebaum by Michael Heinzman Daniel E. Zides by Gail Zides and Family RABBI ACKERMAN HIRSCH FUND Contribution by: Judi and Norman Solomon Martin Stern In appreciation of: Rabbi Ackerman Hirsch’s inspiring sermon on Erev Rosh Hashana by Janice Alper Rabbi Ackerman Hirsch’s generosity, kindness, wisdom and gentle spirit during her husband Michael’s passing by Michelle Saul The baby naming service for Austin Asher Singer by Annie Berenson In memory of: Marcia Krasny by Jerrold, Lauren and Allyson Krasny

We acknowledge these contributions, processed through October 30, with appreciation. To make a contribution email giving@cbisd.org, or call Deneille Pritchard at 858 900-2500 BETH ISRAEL Contribution by: Susan and Howard Berlin Nesabel Dumon-Carreno and Mark Carreno Linda Epstein Rita Hertzberg Jacey Kinnaird Ruth Letvinchik Eng Hoe Ng Karen and Stephen Oettinger Jesse and Chan Salen Laurel and Stanley Schwartz Celia Tingley John Urey Jamie and Joe Vanderwal In appreciation of: Heidi Gantwerk and Andy Mayer by Taro Meyer Yvonne Lazar by Geri Shaevel The Mayer and Gantwerk family’s contributions to our community by Lisa and Jonathan Pearl High Holy Day services by Estelle Altork, Kristine and Scott Freeman Family Foundation, Berta and Mikhail Godkin, Jackie and Sid Greenbaum, Rosalee Kitaen, Mark Kramer, Ira Schwartz, Leon Silverstrom, Michelle Wolff, Elizabeth Wolfson High Holy Day streaming services

by Back Boldly Institute, Ruby Farber, Susanne, Mark, and Andrew Schlissel, Barbara Schwartz, Julia and Joe Senate, Davita Solter, Placing the memorial plaque for Peter Korn by Sharon Korn Tribe programming by Teresa Konopka In honor of: Aliyah blessings by Rebecca Luers, Beverly Silldorf High Holy Day Music Program by Zoya Noodelman In memory of: Seymour Aberle by Alfred Aberle Celia Baker by Steven Wagner Rachel Chasin by Jean and Henry Hoffman Beulah Danciger by Roanne Gotthelf Herbert Danciger by Roanne Gotthelf Al, Irving, Nechama, Perry, Phyllis by Perri Keehn Saul Deitel by Paula Park and Richard Kitson Esther Feier by Robert Feier Zane Feldman by Bernard and Susan Feldman Samuel Flaster by Stephen and Madeline Flaster Marcia Fram by Leonard Fram Irv Goldfarb by Maria Stanley Robert Gruder by Susan Fields Estelle Hartman by Anne and Ronald Simon Kay Kadden by Jean Feinstein Bernard Kaplan by Robert Kaplan and Marina Baroff Maxine Kaplan by Robert Kaplan and Marina Baroff Peter Korn by Sharon Korn Abram, Dvoira, Izhak, Pinkhus, Semyon, Yenta-Rivka by Maya Kruglyak Jamie Liwerant by Sylvia Liwerant Lillian Lubick by Marilyn and Mark Treger Bernard Luther By Robert Ilko

Joe Mullen by Janet and Robert Ilko Larry Newman by Valli Benesch and Bob Tandler, Lesley and David Cohn, Rebecca Newman by Bev and Len Bernstein, Lesley and David Cohn, Rachel and Ryan Goldenhar, Lynda and Richard Gordon, Elissa Grossman, Caren and Thomas Newman, Jeremy Pearl, Allison and Robert Price, Molly and Andy Snyder, Gloria and Rod Stone, Mary and Jeffrey Topf, Barbara and Richard Toranto, Kay and Gary Weiss Judy O’Bea by Jessica and Michael Middleton Mildren Johnson Parker by Barbara Parker and Geoff Wahl Stephen I. Pollack by Marc and Suzanne Pollack Suzanne Pollack by Marc and Suzanne Pollack Samuel Rubenfeld by Bill and Cookie Rubenfeld David Russo by Mary Ann and George Scher Deborah Shapiro by Rodney and Anne Shapiro Adam Simon by Ronald and Anne Simon Rose Stein by Susan and Michael Herman Janet Marcus Steinberg by Deborah and A. Marcus Gerber Cynthia Stiller by Myra and Arthur Perlis Matt Strauss by Karen and Don Cohn, Michael Levinson, Sandra Levinson, Andrew Viterbi Leah Temkin by Margaret Katleman and Richard Perlman, Norman and Barbara Rozansky, Steven and Lise Strauss May Wagner by Steven Wagner George Zimmerman by Robert and Janet Ilko BILL AND GEORGE BURNETT MEMORIAL LIBRARY FUND In memory of: Stanley Wishnick by Roberta Burnett BILL AND SID RUBIN PRESCHOOL Contribution by: Adi Azran Abraham and Andy Abraham Reut Lachman Ben-David and Daviel Ben-David Nicole and Eric Blumenfeld Alexandra Bortnick and Joel Flood Einat Brenner and Justin Semonsen Judy Nowak by Irina Shamilova Vanessa Oseroff and Stacy Meronoff Marsha Reuther and Brett Heward Annette and Jay Rodriguez Michelle Rubin-Onur and Tarik Onur Ann Spira and Ted Rosenberg Tiffany Tassano and Joseph Shumate In memory of: Rebecca Newman by Helene and Allan Ziman Judy Nowak by Irina Shamilova Lenn Raskin by Helene and Allan Ziman Beck Rubin by Neal Rubin Jeanette Rubin by Helene and Allan Ziman Nathan Rubin by Neal Rubin Toby Rubin by Neal Rubin William Rubin by Neal Rubin

Matt Strauss by Helene and Allan Ziman Marilyn Tishkoff by Gail Wurtz LEE AND FRANK GOLDBERG FAMILY RELIGIOUS SCHOOL In memory of: Myer Kurnow by Michael and Ava Kurnow Rebecca Newman by Suzi and Berni Feldman, Lee Goldberg, Rita and David Priver ADOPT-A-SOLDIER FUND Contribution by: Svetlana Lambrozo Michelle McGrath In appreciation of: High Holy Day streaming services by Donna Michaelson ADULT EDUCATION Contribution by: Marcia Choy Lane In memory of: Milt Kodmur by Joan and Arnold Gass CAMPERSHIP FUND In memory of: Betty Samit by Robin Samit Cynthia Stiller by Myra and Arthur Perlis CARING COMMUNITY Contribution by: Edward and Linda Janon Ava and Michael Kurnow Karen and Brad Shuman In appreciation of: Caring Community and mish bags by Barbara Goldman and Howard Katz Diana Hahn’s 100th birthday by Deborah Horowitz and Paul Nierman High Holy Day services by Katharine Archer Katey Lindley and all that she does for the Caring Community by Joani and Steve Gross Julie Potiker’s dedication and generosity as their capable, soothing, and sometimes fun and wacky weekly CBI Mindfulness guide by Roni Breite and Maurice Pessot Julie Potiker’s wonderful meditation leadership by Shari Ressel Rabbi Jonathan Stein by Jerry Gold and Ken Knara In memory of: Robert “Bobby” Gruder by Jackie Cohen, Terry and Mel Drucker, Lois Jacobs, Vivian Rich Arnie Fine by Ronni and Eric Udoff Nadine Finkel by Margaret Katleman Rebecca Newman by Suzanne and Paul Schulman, Robin Weiner Abram Price by Janet Price Silverstein Sadie Stern by Martin Stern HUNGER PROJECT Contribution by: Nancy and Dean Abelon, Nancy and David Amiel, Anonymous, Linda and David Bachrach, Renee Barnow, Alma and Jan Bejar, Deborah and Isaac Bejar, Lawrence & Judith Belinsky Family Fund, Julie and Paul Benjamin, Ellen Benkle, Vicky Bergman, Bev and Len Bernstein, Jane and TJ Best, Cassi and Dean Birnbaum Family Fund, Sylvia and Bruce Blechman, Joyce and Bob Blumberg, Diane and Norm Blumenthal, Shirley and Willie Burger, Deborah and Daniel Carnick, Jacqui and Jim Carr, Cecilia Carrick and Stanley Nadel, Ann and Alan Chaitin, Joan and Lou Chesner, Barbara and Rick Cohen, Elizabeth Cohen and Mike Iasparro, Philip Cohen, Debbie and Bob Davis, Nancy and Steve Deutsch, Shelley Druskin, Julie and Mitchell Dubick, Ellen and Larry Edwards, Lois and Martin Ehrlich, Margo Engelstein, Amy and Steven Epner, Phyllis and Daniel Epstein & family, Norma and Richard Erth, David Eskow, Gregory Feldman, Susie and Bernie Feldman, Carly and Brett Feuerstein, Diane and Elliot Feuerstein Fund, Jessica and Robert Fink, Madeline and Steve Flaster, Rebecca and Brian Freiwald, Jan and Edward Friedman, Melissa Garfield Bartell and Michael Bartell, Kathryn and Andrew Garman, Gwen and Corey Gass, Barbara

Gellman, Gail Geller and Gary Topple, Marla and Gordon Gerson, Marcia and Matt Gettinger, Joanne and Ken Gimbel, Andrea Ginsberg, Amiram Givon, Andrea and Russ Gold, Linda and Jerry Goldberg, Judy Goldman, Lisa and Matt Goldberg, Lee Goldberg and family, Zelanna Goldberg, Rachel and Ryan Goldenhar, Lori Good and Martin Thurston, Robin and Daniel Gordon, Judy and Hal Grant, Jackie and Sid Greenbaum, Jean and Martin Greenberg, Ilene Gruder, Ellen and Herbert Hafter, Judith Hahn, John Haimsohn, Julie and Howard Haimsohn, Merril and Robert Haimsohn, Shirley Haimsohn, Stacy and Jonathan Halberg, Dara Haldane-Lindley, Pamela and Walter Hanig, Joan and Jeffrey Harris, Karen Hartz and Jan Adler, Betsy and Richard Haubrich, Herb and Joanne Hein, Michael Heinzman, Lisa and Charles Helsel, Roxanne Hersh, Stanley and Pamela Herskovitz, Susan and Howard Hian, Tracy and Gary Hirschfeld, Nancy Hurwitz and Ken Rose, Sharon Hyman, Irene and Alfredo Jalowayski, Ellen and Adam Kahn, Sharon Kalkoske, Julia Karagodin, Margaret Katleman and Richard Perlman, Alyse and David Kirschen, Ruth Klampert, Joy Koda and Jonathan Rosen, Cynthia and Michael Kohn, Jill and Marty Koller, Leonard Kornreich, Lawrence Krause, Judith and Henry Krumholz, Ava and, Michael Kurnow, Joan Kutner, Renee Lande-O'Malley and Richard O'Malley, Beth Lander, Robin and Joth Layton, Yvonne Lazar, Steven and Heidi Levin, Audrey and Steven Levine, Sandra Levinson, Sandie and Dan Linn, Hollis and Alan Litrownik, Elissa Livingstone, Meg and Jess Mandel, Linda Mandel-Kent and Richard Kent, Jackie and Charles Mann, Marlene Marco, Mary Marshall, Lynn and Michael Maskin, Leslie Mark and Kenneth Gross, Dina Massry and Ken Grudko, Sarah Mesnick, Jessica and Michael Middleton, Estelle Milch, Rhonda Mitchell-Mann and Bennett Mann, Rachel Morris, Nancy and Alan Nevin, Haydee Ojeda-Fournier and Andy Lowy, Linda and Larry Okmin, Jeanette and David Osias, Stacy and Greg Ostrow, Barbara Parker and Geoff Wahl, Janet and John Perlman, Mona and Jeffrey Platt, Adrienne and Richard Prager, Alison and Steven Prager, Allison and Robert Price, Adele Rabin, Evelyn and Ernest Rady Foundation, Vivian Reznik and Andrew Ries, Vivian Rich, Maya and Armin Ridinger, Howard and Carole Robin, Lila Rockstein, Rowan and Robert Rose, Arlene Rosen, Arthur Rosen, Marilynn and Richard Rowen, Cookie and Bill Rubenfeld ,Marjorie and Michael Rubin, Stephanie and Robert Rubin, Robin Rubin, Marla Saltzman-Weiner and David Weiner, Rae Samiljan, Robin Samit, Barbara and Joe Scaglione, Adriana and Paul Schaffer, Miriam Schechter and David Weissman, Mary Ann and George Scher, Lauri and Randy Scherer, Susy Schick, Alec Schiller, Helene and David Schlafman, Susanne and Mark Schlissel, Linda and Allen Schwartz, Janice and Michael Sedloff, Michaele and Sanford Shapiro, Liz Sharp, Lauren and Michael Sherman, Harriet and Alan Shumacher, Sid’s Carpet Barn/Helene and Allan Ziman and family, Elizabeth and Mitchell Siegler, Simone and Todd Sigell, Alexander Silberman, Judith and Howard Silberman, Karen Foster Silberman and Jeff Silberman, Beverly and Howard Silldorf, Karla and Nathan Silver, Beth and Jerry Silverman, Anne and Ronald Simon, Mandie and Michael Sklansky, Nanci and Ron Slayen, Leslie Smith, Jacqueline and Geoffrey Snoyman, Ellen and David Solomon, Sheri and Steven Spector, Carol Spielman-Ewan and Joel Ewan, Susan Spitzer, Susan and Jonathan Stein, Charlene Steinhauer, Karen and Richard Stern, Sabine and Neil Stern, Debra and Heidi Stern-Ellis, Ione and Anthony Stiegler, Leora Suprun, Barbara Thompson, Ronni and Eric Udoff, Kimberly and William Umansky, Jamie and Jeff Vanderwal, Tammy and Louie Vener, Elana Kroll Weinberger and Harold Weinberger, Emily and Maurice Weinger, Richard Weinroth, Cindy and Geoffrey Weinstein, Diane and David Weinstein, Audrey Weiss Wells, Tamara and Thomas Wendoll, Olivia and Martin Winkler, Hedy Witham, Marcia and Donald Wolochow, Gail Wurtz, Roberta and Alex York, Daniel and Stephanie Zelac, Gail Zides, Barbara and Robert Ziering, Joellyn and Ron Zollman In appreciation of: Katey Lindley by Amy Weiner Everyone who made the High Holy Day services so meaningful, musical and special by Roni Breite and Maurice Pessot, Janet Cook, Lillian and Steven Greenhut, Melissa Wall, Amy Weiner, Allyson and Earl Williams High Holy Day streaming services by Susan, Mark, and Andrew Schlissel

The clergy, staff, choirs, and Tizmoret for a wonderful High Holy Days services by Allyson and Earl Williams High Holy Day Haftorah honors by Seekey Cacciatore and Cory Briggs In honor of: Ricki Block’s 80th birthday by Lynn and Dick Gordon Bill Connors by Maureen and Leonard Krouner Barbara Goldman by Bonnie and Barry Graff Jacob Haberman’s hard work and dedication to Hunger Project by Laura Haberman Joe Linn’s milestone birthday celebration by Sandie and Dan Linn The birth of their grandson Isaac Benas Linn by Sandie and Dan Linn Ethan Nevarez’s marvelous talk on the Hunger Project by Martin Stern Rabbi Jason Nevarez and family by Rachel Wolf Julie Potiker by Valerie Leman and Ross Cohen Sanjai Rao’s big 5-0 by Deborah and Mike Ditter & family Mary Ann Scher’s special birthday by Lynn and Dick Gordon Elene Solomon by Esther and Steven Solomon Her beautiful grandchildren Kate, Lyla, Leo and Max by Lisa Arian-Pollack In memory of: Rose Axelrod by Andrew Ries and Vivian Reznik Allen Banes by Heather Shortreed Mildred Berson by Joan and Peter Winokur Irving Berson by Joan and Peter Winokur David Borack by Jules Borak Donna Cook by Janet Cook Bert Epsten by Ellen Epsten Benkle Nadine Finkel by Sharon Thomas Irving Goldfarb by Emily and Chris Jennewein, Larry and Marty O’Shell Jacob Goldstein by Jules Borak Elizabeth Grab by Michelle Stegmann Frederick Grab by Michelle Stegmann Leo Herman by Ronald and David Newell & Elise O’Neil Ruth Horowitz by Irene Cooper Max Howard by Heather Shortreed Irene Jacobs by Heather Shortreed Jerry Krasne by Martha Krasne Leon Kutner by Joan and Arnold Gass, Judith and Henry Krumholz, Ronald and David Newell & Elise O’Neil, Martin Stern Sidney Moskowitz by Rita and Barry Moskowitz Ruth Moskowitz by Rita and Barry Moskowitz Martha Newell by Ron Newell Marlene Newell by Ron Newell, the Newell and O’Neil families Becky Newman by Hollis and Alan Litrownik Clara “Babe” Overbach by Seekey Cacciatore and Cory Briggs Eugene Pechet by Lynn Pechet-Bruser and Michael Bruser Edward Schulefand by Beth Schulefand Esther Silver Rakofsky by Sybil and Charles Grossman Sharon Rogers by Gwen and Corey Gass Bruce Smith by Leslie Smith LaVerne Stern by Martin Stern Hannah Sternfeld by Hedy Witham Charles Anderson Stokes by Jeff Stokes and Bonnie Spector Stephanie Sussman by Ron Newell Idelle Weissenberg by Barbara and Paul Insel Jessie S. Winokur by Peter and Joan Winokur Alex Wurtz by David Golokow and Sara Maltzman, Gail Wurtz and family Danny Zides by Gwen and Corey Gass ISRAEL ENGAGEMENT NETWORK In honor of: High Holy Days by Stacie and Leonard Jablon In memory of: Al Alexander by Norma Alexander

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Esther Alexander by Norma Alexander Sid Alexander by Normal Alexander Irv Goldfard by Denise and Chuck Noparstak Irving L. Miller by Jorrie Miller and Jay Berkowitz Jade Lee Minkin by David Minkin Alfred Salzman by Marcia Weinberg Irene Salzman by Marcia Weinberg Jay Weinberg by Marcia Weinberg ONEG SHABBAT/KIDDUSH Contribution by: Anonymous Sydney Serwin In honor of: Joe Rivera by Doreen and Marvin Estrin SOCIAL ACTION In memory of: Nadine Finkel by Deborah Horowitz and Paul Nierman, Ruth Romanoff Rebecca Newman by Nancy and Don Sandweiss Star Slipock by Nancy and Don Sandweiss TORAH STUDY AND MINYAN In honor of: Leonard Kornreich’s special birthday by Eydie and Richard Kornberg The wonderful kehilla of Torah Study and Minyan by Roni Breite and Maurice Pessot In memory of: Chuck Kantor by Janice Alper Charlotte Horowitz by Gordon Glenn Sheila Lieberman by Janice Alper Gert Pearlstein by Janice Alper Lali Ray by Janice Alper Harry Tennebaum by Michael Heinzman

AUXILIARIES MEN’S CLUB Contribution by: Nancy and Dean Abelon, Robert Blumberg, Steffi and Allan Bokser, Barbara and Richard Cohen, Irene Cooper, Risa and Richard Cosand, Mardelle and Jeffrey Davis, Debbie and Steve Dresner, Norma and Richard Erth, Stanley Fader, Jean Feinstein, Madeline and Stephen Flaster, Judy Friedman, Louis Galper, Gail Geller and Gary Topple, Francine and Phillip Ginsburg, Lee Goldberg, Jeff Gross, Michael Heinzman, Ellen and Herbert Hafter, Joan and Jeff Harris, Tracy and Gary Hirschfeld, Steven Horowitz, Brian Ilfeld, Linda and Edward Janon, Jan and Irv Kass, Larry Krause, Ava and Michael Kurnow, Joan and Leon Kutner, Steve Laufer, Robin and Joth Layton, Audrey and Steven Levine, Marsha and Herbert Lubick, Lynn and Michael Maskin, Judy Metz, Jorrie Miller and Kay Berkowitz, Linda and Larry Okmin, Barbara Parker and Geoff Wahl, Charles Perrin, Evelyn and Ernest Rady, Lynn Sampson, Marjorie and Sandford Schane, Helene and David Schlafman, Janice and Jay Shuffman, Karen and Brad Shuman, Elizabeth and Mitchell Siegler, Beverly and Howard Silldorf, Anne and Ronald Simon, Penny Franks Spector, Kayleigh and Tyler Slavin, Susan and Jonathan Stein, Karen and Richard Stern, Martin Stern, Ronni and Eric Udoff, John Urey, Cathy Babin Weil and Jamie Babin, Richard Weinroth, Michael Woods, Min Zheng In honor of: The birth of their grandson Archer by Ellen and Larry Edwards In memory of: Ernie Abbit by Louis Galper Carol Cowan by Karen Coleman Charles Scharnikow by Bennett Weinbaum Sydney L. Spector by Penny Franks Spector MEN’S CLUB YOM HASHOAH Contribution by: Brian Ilfeld In memory of: Robert Ragsdale by Michael Heinzman

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WOMEN OF BETH ISRAEL Contribution by: Candace Berkman, Kaylee and Daniel Brogadir, Stacey Coleman and Michael Chasin, Debbie and Steve Dresner, Norma and Richard Erth, Sue and Jackie Geller, Joanne and Kenneth Gimbel, Caron Golden, Nina Goldstein, Nancy and Joe Gordon, Bonnie and Barry Graff, Joan and Steven Gross, Judith Hahn, Betsy and Richard Haubrich, Joanne and Herb Hein, Emily and Chris Jennewein, Alyse and David Kirschen, Heidi and Stuart Krantz, Su-Yen and David Kuhn, Kathy and Michael Leavenworth, Heidi and Steven Levin, Elissa Livingstone, Leslye and Scott Lyons, Meg and Jess Mandel, Ann Mound, Linda and Larry Okmin, Janet and John Perlman, Vivian Rich, Lynn Sampson, Janice and Jay Schuffman, Giselle and Michael Sloan, Susan and Jonathan Stein, Diane and Buddy Voit, Tamara and Thomas Wendoll, Dorit Yates and Scott Herman, Nurit Yehushua In honor of: The marriage of David and Britt by Joan and Steven Gross The birth of Ellen and Larry Edward’s grandson Archer by Joan and Steven Gross In memory of: Margie Chapin by Ronni and Eric Udoff Carol Cowan by Karen Coleman Esther Hayman by Joani and Steve Gross Michael Hayman by Joani and Steve Gross

GENERAL AND NAMED ENDOWMENT FUNDS BETH ISRAEL ENDOWMENT FUND In honor of: Jan Kass by Susan and Jonathan Stein In memory of: Penny Kassar by Elizabeth and Mitch Siegler Rebecca Newman by Elizabeth and Mitch Siegler, Susan and Jonathan Stein Matt Strauss by Elizabeth and Mitch Siegler

MEMORIAL AND NAMED SPECIAL FUNDS RABBI BERNSTEIN CANTOR EMERITA’S ISRAEL TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Contribution by: Mayla Wingard and Louis Rosen In appreciation of: Rabbi Bernstein’s blessing of Courtney and Evan’s marriage by Merle and Mitchell Brodie In memory of: Mary Catherine Grant by Netanya and Karl Cranford DIANA FISCHER MEMORIAL FUND In memory of: Carol Fischer Zale Goodman by Susan Zale BONNIE GRAFF SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE FUND In memory of: Edith Friedman Horwitz by Deborah Horwitz and Paul Nierman Rebecca Newman by Bonnie and Barry Graff HAUBENSTOCK-NEVAREZ FUND TO COMBAT ANTISEMITISM Contribution by: Linda and Edward Janon Myla Wingard and Louis Rosen KENTON-KLEINBERG FUND FOR THE NEEDY In memory of: Louis Schwartz by Linda and Allen Schwartz and family MONTE KOBEY PRESCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP MEMORIAL FUND In memory of: Monte Kobey by Charlotte Kobey, Kimberly Pretto Charles J. Pretto by Kimberly Pretto

CHARLOTTE HAIMSOHN CAMPERSHIP FUND In memory of: John Suhrke by Merrill and Robert Haimsohn

JACOB NOVAK MEMORIAL FUND In memory of: Norman Rubin by Alan and Harriet Shumacher

LIVINGSTONE RELIGIOUS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of: Saul Livingstone by Richard Perlman Patricia Perlman by Richard Perlman Rubin Perlman by Richard Perlman Jacob Tishkoff by Gail Wurtz and family

LILLIAN NOVAK MEMORIAL FUND In memory of: Sarah Silverman by Harriet and Alan Shumacher

SHEARN & LINDA PLATT YOUTH TO ISRAEL FUND In memory of: Becky Newman by Linda Platt Anne Platt by Linda Platt Delmer Platt by Linda Platt Ann Shultz by Linda Platt Herbert Shultz by Linda Platt Matt Strauss by Linda Platt

HELENE SCHLAFMAN MADRICHIM FUND In honor of: Max Kretzer’s B'nei Mitzvah by Helene and David Schlafman In memory of: Nadine Finkel by Helene and David Schlafman Becky Newman by Helene and David Schlafman Sarah Shur by Helene and David Schlafman

DONA SHENKMAN CAMPERSHIP FUND In memory of: Hayiim Moshe by Genine Orah Rainbeau-Heart Henry M Shenkman by Genine Orah Rainbeau-Heart

STACEY WOLF HUNGER PROJECT MEMORIAL FUND Contribution by: Stacey Wolf z”l In memory of: Stacey Wolf by John Blanchard, Paula Blesh, Susan Briggeman, Marissa and Michael Fuss, Elisa and Larry Gerston, Marci and Joel Gerston, Bev and Steve Levin, Cloe and David Levin, Rita Nissman, Brenda and Joel Shear, Myla Wingard and Louis Rosen, Melanie and Jason Rothman

HERBERT J. SOLOMON RELIGIOUS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of: Elene Solomon by Esther and Steve Solomon Ethel Solomon by Herbert Solomon LOUIS & LEE TEMKIN HUNGER PROJECT MEMORIAL FUND In memory of: Leah Temkin by Bev and Len Bernstein, Rita and Rabbi Hillel Cohn

CINDY POLGER’S COLLEGE CREW FUND In memory of: Becky Newman by Leslye and Scott Lyons

MEMBERSHIP ENHANCEMENT Contribution by: Anne and Herb Arnold, Eileen Glasser-Wesley and Mark Wesley, Cecile Jordan, Bella Veitzman, Susan and Paul Zlotnik

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