Beth Israel Quarterly Fall 2024

l HIGH HOLY DAYS AT BETH ISRAEL l EVENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT l CARING COMMUNITY: THE HEALING PROJECT

CONGREGATION BETH ISRAEL OF SAN DIEGO l FALL 2024 / ‫ סתיו‬5785

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Message from Senior Rabbi Jason Nevarez

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Messages from President John Lefter and Assistant Rabbi Elana Ackerman Hirsch

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Message from Rabbi Cantor Jeremy Gimbel

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High Holy Days at Beth Israel Everything you need to know regarding the High Holy Days

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Events in the Spotlight

10 Religious School and Preschool Highlights 11

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Meet your Board Members Julie Tedde and Mike Chasin

12 Welcome New Members 13 Caring Community: The Healing Project 14 Mazal Tov! Fall B'nei Mitzvahs 16 Upcoming Events

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Sukkot, Scholar in Residence, Debbie Lechtman, Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving 17 What's Happening at Beth Israel 20 Thank You for Your Contributions!

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

R A B B I ’ S

M E S S A G E

By Assistant Rabbi Elana Ackerman Hirsch

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Shalom!

Dear friends,

I hope the summer provided you and your loved ones an opportunity to rest and reset. I also hope you had the opportunity to join us for some, or all, of our amazing summer programming, such as the annual Shabbat Under the Stars attended by over 400 members and guests, and the summer services in our beautiful courtyard where we welcomed our new Assistant Rabbi - Rabbi Elana Ackerman Hirsch amongst other special guests.

We are entering the month of Elul, the month leading up to the High Holy Days. In this time, we are called to turn within to reflect on the past year and to set intentions for the coming one. We also begin the process of chesbon hanefesh, or accounting of the soul.

Summertime is usually a slower period of the year for Board activities. Nonetheless, we continued to progress on our initiatives highlighted in the prior BIQ: • We began the task of reviewing our leadership nominating process. Work remains; however, through our staff/lay leader partnership, we made important progress.

• We began preparation for the annual audit of the financial statements, performed by a new public accounting firm. We will share with you in the Fall the positive results of this audit.

• We celebrated the recent graduates of our Leadership Development Institute. This group of future leaders has studied with our clergy, senior staff and lay leaders, and will make significant future contributions to our community.

As we are preparing this quarterly update, our Board, clergy and staff have already made substantial progress in preparation for the High Holy Days. We look forward to welcoming you to our campus to celebrate the renewal of our year. Please do not delay renewing your membership, and consider increasing your level of contribution in a meaningful way to you. The excellent programming and support you receive as a member of our community is maintained by your financial support.

I look forward to providing you with continued updates on our progress and meeting you in person.

L’Shalom!

John Lefter President

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Accounting for one’s soul can feel solemn, and I know, especially at this time of year, I tend to focus on the things I feel called to do teshuvah (turning/repentance) for during these High Holy Days. And rightly so—this is the season of taking stock of how we behaved this past year and taking accountability for our transgressions in our actions and words, the ways in which we have hurt ourselves and others.

But chesbon hanefesh (an accounting) isn’t just about cataloguing and reckoning with our transgressions. This practice also invites us to reflect on the love in our lives, the sweetness, the things that we are grateful for, and the ways in which we made the world around us better this past year.

I hope that as we enter this High Holy Day season, we each can reflect on the wholeness and complexity of ourselves and our lives with all that is swirling around us, especially as a Jewish community. That we can account for and consider the entirety of what we experienced this year— our successes, our failures, and our joy. All of this is part of accounting for our souls and preparing ourselves for the High Holy Days.

L’shanah tovah tikateivu—to a sweet new year.

Rabbi Elana Ackerman Hirsch

R A B B I

C A N T O R ’ S

M E S S A G E

By Rabbi Cantor Jeremy Gimbel

WHO BY OCTAVE, WHO BY MINOR-SECOND A REIMAGINING OF unetane tokef As we prepare for the High Holy Days, there are likely certain ear-worms that come back into our consciousness: Avinu Malkeinu, L’shanah Tovah, Areshet S’fateinu, and so many others. One that has always inspired, and challenged me, is B’rosh Hashanah. Its refrain proclaims: “On Rosh Hashanah it is written, and on the fast of Yom Kippur it is sealed.” In one of my cantorial school classes, we were challenged to re-write the melody for the verses of this prayer. At our High Holy Day services, we will continue singing the familiar chorus, written

by Joshua Lind with harmonies by Andy Mayer; however, the verses will be unfamiliar. My hope, though, is that through my melodic setting, the meaning of the words will come across.

My approach to this melody is based on my lived experience and the text itself: The totality of the list suggests that we never know when we will die. Perhaps it will be in a moment of a solid, major chord of our lives, or a tense minor-second, or a dramatic octave. To represent this idea, I use every interval (i.e., the distance in pitch between two tones) throughout the piece.

“On Rosh Hashanah it is written, and on the fast of Yom Kippur it is sealed.” For this opening phrase of uncertainty, I use the Locrian mode, which is complex, unstable, and tense. The Locrian mode is almost never used in modern Western music because it is so dissonant.

“How many will die and how many will be born. Who will live and who will die, who will grow old and who will not grow old.” These phrases are presented in an almost marching fashion, tying in imagery from earlier in the prayer which notes God looks over the world like a shepherd has their sheep pass under their staff, or a general looks out onto their army. The melody repeats a descending line with chords that follow what’s known as the circle-of-fifths while staying in a Dorian mode, which conveys some uncertainty, acknowledging that we have vast unknowns within this circle of life.

The next section opens with a C5 chord, which is neither major nor minor, continuing the theme of uncertainty. “Who by fire and who by water, who by war and who by beast” reaches beyond an octave with a bit of a call-and-response melody.

“Who by famine” is represented with almost no interval change, representing the famine of note variety within the

phrase. “Who by drought, who by earthquake, and who by plague” is presented in a Mixolydian mode, conveying a sense of searching and yearning. “Who by strangling, who by stoning” is represented in a tritone, an unstable sound known historically as “the devil’s chord.” “Who will rest” is presented with a minor sixth, conveying anguish and sadness, as when our loved ones arrive at their final rest, we are often left sad and anguished. Finally, we have a wandering, unresolved end for the verse as the prayer says, “and who will wander.”

(If you catch the reference in these next phrases without explanation, I’ll be particularly impressed!) The last verse begins “Who will be tranquil and who will be troubled.” While the melody also reflects these words (the former being presented more simply with the latter portraying some dissonance), the chords being played are the same four chords used in the theme song for the HBO show “Succession,” which was all about who would be tranquil and who would be troubled. Eagle-eared listeners will notice that the first phrase for “who will be calm and who will be tormented” is presented with a resolution while the second does not include the resolution. Even more relevant to the text, the musical phrase used is known in jazz circles as “The Lick.” It is used as somewhat of an inside joke amongst musicians - so the fact that it’s left without a resolution the second time is the equivalent of saying, “shave and a haircut, two…” and leaving the ending off.

Unlike most settings of this prayer, we do not conclude with the chorus. Instead, we end with two phrases: “Who will live in poverty and who in prosperity.” The melody for these words is a cantillation phrase known as “HaKohanim.” Originally, I had intended to include it as a way to include some more known nusach hat’filah; but, one of my professors remarked that there is also some symbolism in how leaders can make decisions around who will live in poverty and who in prosperity. Lastly, we end with some word painting (i.e., the melody follows the words) where the melody for “who will be brought low” starts high and comes down, and “who is exalted” ends with an octave and a sense of wholeness and beauty.

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2024/5785 HIGH HOLY DAYS

S’LICHOT - Saturday, September 28 5:00 p.m.

Young Family S’lichot & S’mores, Lower Field 7:00 p.m.

S’lichot Program & Service, Foster Family Chapel

YOM KIPPUR - Saturday, October 12 8:30 a.m. *Family Yom Kippur Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. *Yom Kippur Morning Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

EREV ROSH HASHANAH - Wednesday, October 2 6:00 p.m. *Erev Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

Food for Thought: (diverse access) Session 1 – 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Learning Opportunity Session 2 – 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Sermon Talk Back with Rabbi Nevarez

ROSH HASHANAH - Thursday, October 3 8:30 a.m. *Family Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. *Morning Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 3:00 p.m.

Young Family Rosh Hashanah, Foster Family Chapel 5:00 p.m.

Tashlich, La Jolla Shores (Lifeguard Station 32) ROSH HASHANAH 2nd DAY & SHABBAT SHUVAH Friday, October 4 9:00 a.m.

Rosh Hashanah Second Day Morning Service followed by a kiddush lunch, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 11:15 a.m.

Hike with Rabbi Nevarez 6:15 p.m.

Erev Shabbat Shuva Service, Foster Family Chapel KEVER AVOT - Sunday, October 6 Time TBD Kever Avot Cemetery Memorial Service, El Camino Memorial Park KOL NIDRE - Friday, October 11 5:30 p.m. *Kol Nidre Early Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 8:00 p.m. *Kol Nidre Late Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

2:30 p.m.

*Contemporary Confessions, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

4:00 p.m.

*Afternoon Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

5:00 p.m.

Yizkor Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

5:30 p.m.

Neilah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

6:15 p.m.

Break the Fast, Price Family Courtyard

SUKKOT – Thursday, October 17 10:00 a.m.

Chag Sukkot Morning Service in the Foster Family Chapel, lunch in the Sukkah to follow SHABBAT SUKKOT – Friday, October 18 6:15 p.m.

Erev Shabbat Sukkot Service & Picnic in the Sukkah, Price Family Courtyard

EREV SIMCHAT TORAH - Wednesday, October 23 6:00 p.m.

Erev Shabbat Simchat Torah Service followed

by Israeli Dancing, Price Family Courtyard SIMCHAT TORAH - Thursday, October 24 10:00 a.m.

Sh’mini Atzeret/Simchat Torah Yizkor Service in the Foster Family Chapel, lunch in the Sukkah to follow *Service requires a ticket

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DETAILS NER

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Make a difference!

Join the Ner Tamid Circle!

Examples of benefits include: • Extra High Holy Days Guest Tickets • Discounts on facility rental • Tribute & memorial cards By joining the Ner Tamid Circle, you help make membership accessible and give the gift of belonging. Contact: Director of Membership & Engagement Bethany Eisenberg, beisenberg@cbisd.org or (858) 900-2554.

LIVE STREAMING

We’re pleased to welcome you to Beth Israel through our live streamed services.

15 minutes before each service, use the link below for live streaming. https://bit.ly/BethIsraelLiveStream

PRAYERBOOKS

We are happy to lend the Mishkan Hanefesh prayerbook for your use at services. Should you wish to purchase your own prayerbooks, the cost is $45. We have a limited number of books available for purchase; you may purchase them in advance or at the Welcome Table the day of services.

HIGH HOLY DAYS 20 24/5785 TICKET MAILING INFORMATION

CAMPUS INFORMATION & THE WELCOME TABLE

All tickets for High Holy Days will be mailed to members in good standing approximately two weeks before Erev Rosh Hashanah on Wednesday, October 2. Please look for your High Holy Days packet in the mail.

• Need tickets? Have questions? Please come to visit the Welcome Table on the day of the service. We will have staff available starting one hour prior to services ready to assist.

You may acquire additional tickets and request reciprocal tickets at participating Reform synagogues on our website at cbisd.org/religious-life/high-holy-days.

PARKING & SECURITY Parking information will be available on the Beth Israel website as the holidays grow closer at cbisd.org/religiouslife/high-holy-days. If needed, a free shuttle will be provided. For those with disabled parking placards, there is limited parking in Beth Israel’s main parking lot off of Golden Haven Drive.

Beth Israel is committed to the safety and security of those on our campus.

Pursuant to that goal, Beth Israel prohibits bringing firearms or weapons of any kind on campus.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Beth Israel needs you! Please consider being a volunteer at High Holy Days. We need volunteers in the following areas: Security Observers, Medical Emergency, Ushers/Greeters For questions and to sign up, please contact Heather Taylor-Williams at heathertw@cbisd.org, or 858-900-2510.

• Entry doors into services will open 30 minutes prior to the service start.

• We ask that everyone please exit in a timely fashion after services to allow time for our staff to prepare for the next service.

HIGH HOLY DAY FOOD DRIVE - THROUGH OCTOBER 18 Beth Israel’s Social Action Network is collecting donations for The Hand Up Food Pantry at JFS, which provides nutritious meals to over 900 households each month. Many of those served are older adults, military families, and unsheltered San Diegans. You can make a difference today by donating healthy, nonperishable food items. Your donation offers more than just food – it provides hope and a path forward.

Donation bins will be available outside the sanctuary from Rosh Hashanah through Sukkot.

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SPOTLIGHT

EVENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Israel Solidarity Mission Beth Israel members joined Rabbi Nevarez on a critical solidarity mission to Israel in June. They spent eight days traversing the country, meeting civil and military leaders, and witnessing the powerful resilience efforts that have been established and continue to grow and provide support for all who live in Israel.

Participants were privileged to bear witness and bring their stories back home. They have been sharing their experiences with our community ever since!

Pride Parade More than 75 Beth Israel members marched with Pride as we celebrated love. For the first time, we had a band on a truck and spread the joy of Shalom (peace) & Ahavah (love).

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Shabbat Under the Stars On June 14th, we hosted our electrifying annual Shabbat Under the Stars, drawing an incredible crowd of over 400! The evening kicked off with soul-stirring erev Shabbat services under the open sky, setting the stage for an unforgettable night. As the sun dipped below the horizon, our lower play field transformed into a vibrant tapestry of laughter and fellowship, accompanied by delectable tapas. Amidst the joyous ambiance, we took a heartfelt moment to honor our graduating seniors, celebrating their achievements and wishing them success in their upcoming adventures. It was an evening of community spirit, where every moment resonated with warmth and excitement!

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LEE AND FRANK GOLDBERG FAMILY

Religious School TEACHER SPOTLIGHT

The start of our Lee and Frank Goldberg Family Religious School year is always filled with fun and excitement. Our teaching team, half of which is made up of graduates of the school, ensures that our learners spend the first day reconnecting with friends and welcoming new classmates to establish a feeling of community in the school.

One such teacher, Eliana "Ellie" Grossman, who has done an extraordinary job of team building, has joined our administrative team this year as our new Youth Engagement Coordinator, to offer opportunities for our youth to connect with one another outside of the classroom. Ellie Grossman has been a part of the Religious School community as a first and twelfth grade teacher, as well as having been a chaperone on our L’Taken trip to Washington DC with the tenth grade class last school year. Ellie looks forward to bringing her experience creating fun and engaging programs at Union for Reform Judaism camps Newman and Crane Lake to our youth programs at Beth Israel.

Ellie looks forward to inviting 3rd-5th graders to join her for opportunities to bond while baking, creating crafts, doing sports, and playing games together after Religious School throughout the year in our J2 youth group. She will be supporting our high school teens who make up our Justice League, as they plan community service events for 6th and 7th graders. Additionally, Ellie will be working with our 8th-12th grade youth group that is affiliated with NFTY through the Reform Movement and BBYO, which is a pluralistic youth organization. She is looking forward to a year of offering exciting opportunities for bonding, creating memories, and working together on community service projects.

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PRESCHOOL

SUMMER SPOTLIGHT This summer our preschoolers had a blast! The Bill & Sid Rubin Preschool Summer Camp theme was “Celebrating our World”. From the forest to the desert, under the sea to out of this world, we covered it all! Arts and crafts, water play, singing, dancing, stories, Shabbat and so much more. Campers enjoyed weekly specialists like Radical Reptiles, bubbles, dance, and Soccer Shots. Ending each week together with our clergy for Shabbat made it extra special.

During our special summer program, Tuesdays in the Park, we hosted four fun-filled evenings where families gathered to eat, laugh, play, sing, dance, enjoy dessert, and be entertained by engaging performances!

Our young families are connected and thriving in the Preschool, Infant/Toddler Center and Summer Camp here at Beth Israel.

your

MEET &

MIKE CHASIN Board Member

BOARD MEMBERS

COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

I'm Mike Chasin, a 20+ year member of Congregation Beth Israel. My wife Stacey and I have many memories of bringing

JULIE TEDDE

our daughters to preschool, B’nei Mitzvah

Board Member

might have snuck in for nap time once or

Boot Camp and later madrichim duties! I twice when the kids were little.

I joined Beth Israel in 2003, when I was looking for a religious school for my daughter. What we found was so much more. I joined the Women of Beth Israel (WBI) in 2011, serving for 6 years as Treasurer, and after a few years of hiatus helped reinvigorate WBI in 2019, serving as Co-President. In addition to joining the Board this year, I am still an active member of WBI, sit on the Finance Committee, and mentor new members who are working through the conversion process.

I have the honor of serving as the Chair of the Security Committee and as a VP of our Board of Directors. In our committee, we work closely with our professional staff to strike a balance between having a warm, open environment on campus while keeping a high level of security awareness. We all know we want to be

I remember attending my first kick-off event for WBI and being so

as safe as possible, but don’t want to lose

excited to be in such a welcoming room full of women. As a single

sight of the welcoming environment and

mom, having a community of strong women was so important to me.

atmosphere Beth Israel is known for. I'm

When WBI became inactive and I started hearing from others that

proud of how well all of our members,

they were needing and missing these connections, I knew that I had

Beth Israel employees and guards work to

to help re-establish WBI.

achieve this.

Professionally, I am the Assistant Controller / Director of Finance

Many folks ask how they can help make

for Halozyme, specializing in operations finance. The leadership experiences I’ve had since joining Beth IsraelI have helped strengthen my communication skills and made me a more effective manager.

On a personal level, participating in the Israel trip with the youth choir in 2008 was life-altering both in Israel and after. I still have such an amazing group of friends at the synagogue from this trip whom I consider my family.

Beth Israel safer. While we are always exploring new technologies and seeking to update the equipment we already use, the single best thing we can invest in is ourselves. Beth Israel is now offering security awareness training to all members and parents of students. Our Run | Hide | Fight Security Training is

Beth Israel is truly a second home for me. I remember when I was

something I'm proud of, and I hope you

looking at synagogues and I came to Shabbat for my mother’s

all attend. I and the rest of our committee

yahrzeit. Jerry Sampson was the first person to greet me and invited

and Board hope to see you all there and

me to sit with him. It is this kind of warmth and inclusion that I feel

look forward to your feedback. For more

every time I am here that invigorates and inspires me to do the same

information and to sign up, visit cbisd.

for others.

org/security-training.

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! Amanda, Justin, Evelyn & Emmerson Murphy Meet the Murphy family—Amanda, Justin, Evelyn, and Emmerson! They reside in La Jolla, where their love for adventure is a family affair. Amanda, Evelyn and Emmerson are passionate equestrians, while Justin rides the waves as an avid surfer. Originally from Portland, Oregon, Amanda and Justin share a unique love story, having grown up just blocks apart yet meeting only in their mid-thirties. They also share a deep love for skiing, a tradition they are excited to continue with their daughters. As a mixed-faith family, the Murphys were drawn to Beth Israel for our inclusive and diverse community. They look forward to immersing themselves in the family and youth programming, with Amanda especially eager for Evelyn and Emmerson to strengthen their connection to their Jewish heritage by engaging with the vibrant Beth Israel community.

Marlene & Rob Scherk Introducing Rob and Marlene Scherk, our newest members who call Carmel Valley home. They have an adult daughter, Sarah, who resides in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Rob, a dedicated attorney, is also a passionate Lakers fan and a basketball enthusiast. Marlene, a retired piano instructor, enjoys playing piano, singing in a community choir, and playing mah-jongg. Marlene's journey to Beth Israel began when she attended last year's High Holiday services as a guest of Roxanne Hersh. After many years without a synagogue, she was captivated by the beautiful services, the inspiring music, and the warmth of our congregation. Now, both Rob and Marlene are excited to become active members of our community, eager to participate in social action initiatives and join men’s and women’s groups.

Tanya & Solomon Dantus Say hello to Tanya Dantus and her 12-year-old son, Solomon, who recently joined our Beth Israel family. They live in Solana Beach, where they share a passion for social justice, nature, music, and good food. Solomon is an avid soccer and ping-pong player, while Tanya loves to dance. Their love for travel, movies, and live music brings them joy, and they speak Spanish, English, and German together at home. Having moved back from Europe two years ago, Tanya and Solomon have been resettling in San Diego and rebuilding their community here. Tanya has fond memories of attending Beth Israel for elementary school, and with recent events, they've felt a deep connection to their Jewish roots, leading them to join our congregation as Solomon prepares for his Bar Mitzvah. They love the singing at Beth Israel and are eager to get involved in volunteering and community activities.

Cheryl, James & Claire Brechlin Please welcome Cheryl, James, and Claire Brechlin to our Beth Israel community! Residing in Rancho Santa Fe, Cheryl and James are originally from San Diego but found each other through friends while living in New York City. The Brechlins are passionate travelers and poodle enthusiasts, and they've recently become very involved with dog rescue, often fostering dogs in their home. Drawn to Beth Israel by our welcoming community and kid-centric events, Cheryl and James are excited for Claire to meet other Jewish kids and deepen her connection to her heritage through a Jewish education.

Isaac, Jessie & Judy Bejar Join us in welcoming Isaac, Jessie, and their baby Judy Bejar to our Beth Israel community! They live in University City and share a love for hiking, bicycling, and visiting the zoo as a family. Isaac has deep roots at Beth Israel, having been a member since childhood, attending BIDS from pre-K through 5th grade, and continuing his religious education until Confirmation. The Bejars have already fallen in love with our Tot Shabbat and the warm, friendly community, especially enjoying how much Judy loves the songs. They're excited to continue their connection with Beth Israel and their Jewish heritage.

Other new or returning members Julie & Paul Benjamin Melissa & Benjamin Campbell Elana & Michael Ettenberg

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Debra & Eric Geller Nataly & Chase Mower Ari Ramsan

Sarah & Solomon Shaftel Trinka & David Zweig

CARING COMMUNITY the healing project The devastating events of October 7, 2023 has linked our community even closer to our sister city, Sha’ar HaNegev, and motivated our

members to express their love and solidarity in many meaningful ways. From knitting hats for IDF soldiers and raising funds for winter coats for displaced families to creating a Healing Quilt for the Sha’ar HaNegev region, our Beth Israel community has come together in full force.

The Healing Quilt consists of 18 ten-inch squares, each designed and created by a congregant, sewn together to create a panel of loving support. The Healing Quilt will be presented to Kehillat Sha’ar HaNegev regional Rabbi Yael Vurgan, when she visits in December.

INTRODUCTION

to JUDAISM FUNDAMENTALS OF BELIEF AND PRACTICE Thursday, November 7, 2024 to Friday, April 24, 2025 Introduction to Judaism is designed for newcomers to Judaism as well as those who wish to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of Judaism. You will learn the fundamental concepts of Jewish belief and practice and become more comfortable participating in worship and ritual life.

Topics include synagogue geography, Jewish sacred literature, Jewish views of God, the Jewish lifecycle, worship and prayer, the High Holy Days and festivals, the Jewish home, Zionism and Israel, and much more.

Thursdays, November 7, 2024 – April 24, 2025 (No class November 28, December 26, January 2, February 20) Chanukah Shabbat Service - Friday, December 20 @ 6:15pm Learners Shabbat Service - Friday, February 7 @ 6:15 pm Graduation Shabbat Service - Friday May 2 @ 6:15 pm For more information, please contact Katey Lindley at klindley@cbsid.org.

Learn more at cbisd.org/lifelong-learning/introduction-to-judaism.

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Mazal Tov B'NEI MITZVAH TO OUR

MAYA HYMAN

Oct 26, 10am

MARK LVOVSKIY

Oct 26, 4pm

SHOSHANA HABERMAN

Nov 2, 10am

Maya is originally from Long Island, New York, and moved to San Diego with her family in June of 2020. One of her first social connections, in the midst of a global pandemic, was the Jewish community, both through attending summer camp at Camp Jaycee, and our family becoming members of CBI. Even before Maya was able to walk or talk in complete sentences, she demonstrated a love for cats, by happily crawling after the 2 cats at her grandparents’ house.

That interest in cats only continued to grow as she did, becoming a topic of many school projects. Our family finally adopted 2 kittens about a month after moving to San Diego. This is why Maya has chosen for her service project to support the growing kitten and cat population at the San Diego Humane Society. She will be collecting new cat toys the day of her Bat Mitzvah, and inviting friends and family to make donations to the society as they are able.

Mark is the son of Zina and Dmitriy Lvovskiy. He attends High Tech High Middle Mesa, and has attended the CBI religious school since kindergarten. He is a huge sports fan, especially soccer, and would love to travel to watch a Manchester City game in the UK. He plays soccer, flag football, and basketball. He also loves marine life and exploring the local tidepools with friends and siblings. During the summer, he enjoys spending time with family in Indiana and Massachusetts.

He believes in giving back and has done several projects to help the community.

His biggest project was sewing pillows to donate to local shelters.

Shoshana is the daughter of Adam Haberman and Laura Haberman and the granddaughter of Frances and Alan Harris, Jay Haberman z”l, Harriet Silverman, and Jerry z”l and Lonna Rae Silverman. Shoshana is an Honor Roll student at Marston Middle School. She is an avid reader, who enjoys baking and playing board games with friends and family. She has been a member of the Beth Israel Youth Choir for four years. For her Mitzvah project, Shoshana raised money to support the San Diego Humane Society and made challah covers and candlestick holders to donate to the Caring Community Mish bags.

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JACK COHEN

Nov 2, 4pm

Jack Cohen is the son of Heather and Ron Cohen and grandson of Mel and Barbara z"l Cohen and Karen and Larry McCracken. Jack attends Carmel Valley Middle School. For his Mitzvah project, Jack is collecting donations for and volunteering with the Surfing Madonna Oceans Project Surf Camp. This camp teaches kids with special needs how to surf. In his free time, Jack enjoys fishing, playing soccer and lacrosse and going to Catalina Island with his family.

Tyler is the son of Adam & Emily Garson and the grandson of Bob and Marie Garson, Chick and Melissa Ragland, and Jeff Browne and Cappy Olomon. He attends Coronado Middle School, and enjoys art, golf, video games, and hanging out with his friends and family.

TYLER GARSON

Nov 9, 10am Sam attends the San Diego Jewish Academy. His hobbies include basketball, skiing, and rooting for all Detroit sports teams. For his Mitzvah project, he has been working with Cake4Kids, baking and delivering birthday cakes and other treats to foster children in the community.

SAM FINK

Nov 9, 4pm

B’NEI MITZVAH October – December 2024 October 26, 10am October 26, 4pm November 2, 10am November 2, 4pm November 9, 10am November 9, 4pm November 16, 10am November 23, 10am November 23, 4pm December 7, 10am December 7, 4pm December 14, 10am December 21, 10am December 21, 4pm

Maya Hyman Mark Lvovskiy Shoshana Haberman Jack Cohen Tyler Garson Sam Fink Jaxson Hirsch Elad Genchel Zoey Feuerstein Hazel Copans Eliana Welland Asher Mays & Maya Chaib Avery Schlossman Noah Fisher

JAXSON HIRSCH

Nov 16, 10am

ELAD GENCHEL

Nov 23, 10am

ZOEY FEUERSTEIN

Jaxson is a remarkable young man with a wide range of interests and talents.

A passionate Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, he balances his strength and discipline on the mat with a deep emotional sensitivity and kindness that shines through in everything he does. Whether he's spending time with family, diving into the latest video game, or expressing his unique sense of style, he approaches life with enthusiasm and thoughtfulness.

Cooking is where his creativity truly shines. For years, Jaxson has been crafting unique meals, experimenting with flavors, and dreaming of one day becoming a chef. His love for the culinary arts is more than just a hobby; it's a true passion that reflects his desire to bring joy to himself and others through food. As he becomes a Bar Mitzvah, we honor not only his accomplishments and growth but also the sweet, kind, and deeply thoughtful person he has become. We are so proud of the strong young man he is and can't wait to see all the amazing things he will achieve in the future.

Elad Genchel is a big hearted boy who plays the electric guitar, has a black belt in Taekwondo, and loves his dog, three sisters, and parents. His Mitzvah project will be related to animals by volunteering at the local animal shelter, and collecting items such as blankets and food for them. Elad's parents are Niv and Livna Genchel, his grandparents are Rachel and Menachem Genchel, Varda LevramEllisman, Israel and Mali Lev-Ram.

Dec 7, 10am

Dec 7, 4pm

ASHER MAYS

Dec 14, 10am

Zoey is the daughter of Carly and Brett Feuerstein and the granddaughter of Elliot and Diane Feuerstein and Vicki and Doug Wolf. She attends the San Diego Jewish Academy and enjoys playing the piano, is an avid reader, plays soccer and spends her summers at Camp Ramah.

MIA CHAIB

Nov 23, 4pm

HAZEL COPANS

ELIANA WELLAND

Dec 14, 10am Hazel is the daughter of Jayme and Michael Copans, and the granddaughter of Marla and Howard (z”l) Benjamin and Avrille and Harold (z”l) Copans. Hazel has a younger brother, Riley, as well as a cute little dog named Meastro! Hazel attends school at the San Diego Jewish Academy.

Outside of school Hazel plays volleyball at Coast and enjoys tennis. She loves traveling, baking and spending time with both her friends and family. For her Mitzvah project, due to her love of animals Hazel is partnering with the San Diego Humane Society.

Eliana is the daughter of Adam and Rachel Welland, the sister of Jonah Welland, and the granddaughter of Willie and Shirley Burger; Karen and Mark z’’l Welland. She attends High Tech Middle Mesa where she is a Student Ambassador.

For her Mitzvah Project she created a business "Eliana Bakes” which has had numerous bake sales and pre-orders (since July). All proceeds from Eliana Bakes are being donated to 3 non-profit organizations: Jewish Family Service of San Diego, San Diego Humane Society, and Rady Children’s Hospital. Eliana has been dancing for 9 years, is a voracious reader, always has craft projects going on, enjoys skiing in the wintertime, is a proud Swiftie, and loves hanging out with her cats Luna and Mizu.

Meet Asher, a passionate and multitalented artist with a heart for learning about the world and making a difference through art. He is a sculpturist, and mural artist. Asher created the "Handmade Hugs" initiative where he began crafting unique pipe cleaner creations back in 4th grade to bring joy and comfort to others.

Inspired by the challenges in the world, he decided to share these "hugs" globally through his mitzvah project; the sculptures were sent to Seacrest, Israel, and multiple hospitals to spread joy. At school he is active in community service programs, the Black Student Union and is a drummer in the school band. Asher also loves engaging in sports and gaming, with a sharp and strategic mind. He will continue making a significant impact as a young leader and changemaker.

Meet Mia, a high school sophomore who on her own decided that she wanted to become a Bat Mitzvah. She's passionate and determined about everything she does, from basketball to her leadership roles. Resilient, with a positive attitude, her journey is marked by a strong commitment to the Jewish community, her friends and family, personal growth, community service, and overcoming challenges. Mia is dedicated to her Jewish studies and experiences, attending Jewish camp, and is in training to be a Madricha at both Beth Israel and Camp Young Judaea (CYJ). She volunteers at the JCC as an ATID counselor, a youth group for elementary Jewish kids. As a member of BBYO, she traveled to the 100-year anniversary BBYO Leadership Conference. Mia is a role model to her peers (they call her "Mama Mia") and a positive force, always striving to make a difference in the lives of others.

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AVERY THAI SCHLOSSMAN

Dec 21, 10am

Avery is thrilled to become a Bat Mitzvah with CBI. Although our family is new to Beth Israel, Avery feels fully embraced by the amazing students, teachers and clergy at the Religious School and Choir. She is excited to be starting the Madrichim-in-Training program this year while continuing with her 8th grade religious studies. Outside of school, Avery’s main interests are training and performing with a hip hop dance troupe and starting team volleyball. She enjoys going to the beach, sampling boba, and listening to music. She aspires to be an entrepreneur, having demonstrated her keen business sense leading a successful crafting booth start-up venture at a local farmers market. For her Mitzvah Project, she volunteered with Jewish Family Services at the Balboa Older Adult Center, helping provide enrichment activities for adult adults living with early-stage Alzheimer’s and related forms of dementia. In addition, Avery is working with JFS and their Safe Parking Program to coordinate and host crafting projects for homeless children.

NOAH FISHER

Dec 21, 4pm

UPCOMING events SOCIAL MEDIA AS A PLATFORM FOR CHANGE AND ADVOCACY WITH DEBBIE LECHTMAN (@ROOTSMETALS) Tuesday, October 29 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Debbie Lechtman is a Jewish, Israeli, and Latina author, educator, content creator, and artist, specializing in Jewish history antisemitism. She condenses complex, multilayered, nuanced, and obscure Jewish history topics into more easily accessible education that she shares with her followers. Debbie is a sitting board member at Indigenous Bridges and writes curricula for the Anti-Defamation League, Creative Community for Peace, and Honest Reporting. She works as a research assistant for a top Israeli journalist. In our program with Debbie, we will learn about how she has used her platform on Instagram to help combat antisemitism and the spread false information, as well as the role that social media has played in shaping attitudes about Israel and Judaism.

SCHOLAR IN RESIDENCE: RABBI YAEL VURGAN Friday, December 6 - Sunday, December 8 Rabbi Yael Vurgan is the leader of the Reform community in Sha'ar HaNegev in Israel. Rabbi Vurgan advocates for pluralistic, egalitarian, and relevant Judaism to be accessible. Since October 7th, with people displaced from their homes, she has been visiting community members throughout Israel to talk, hear their stories, and process trauma. Rabbi Vurgan has leaned on Jewish text and prayer in her pastoral care to offer people language in moments when words are hard to find. She strives to be a beacon of comfort and to guide others to imagine a future from a place of hope.

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Noah Fisher is a 7th grader at Muirlands Middle School. A multi-sport athlete, Noah plays baseball, tennis, golf, and soccer. His love for the San Diego Padres and the Houston Astros is eclipsed only by his dedication to dogs.

Not surprisingly, Noah's mitzvah project will revolve around raising money and recruiting young volunteers to support a local animal shelter or Lab rescue organization. Proud parents Lorraine & Robert Fisher are joined by big sister Emily and grandparents Maxine & Allan Endy, Liz Cullingford & Alan Friedman, and Joanne Fisher z"l in cheering on our soon-to-be Bar-Mitzvah.

SUKKOT Community Sukkah Building with Men’s Club Sunday, October 13 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Chag Sukkot Morning Service, lunch in the Sukkah to follow Thursday, October 17 @ 10:00 am Erev Shabbat Sukkot Service, Price Family Courtyard & BYO Picnic in the Sukkah Friday, October 18 @ 6:15 pm Community Sukkah Take Down with Men’s Club Sunday, October 27 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

ANNUAL INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE Sunday, November 17 at 4:00pm First United Methodist Church of San Diego and Congregation Beth Israel will join together for the 44th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, November 17 at 4 p.m. Beth Israel will host this year’s Thanksgiving service. The service will be live-streamed as well.

W H AT ’ S H A P P E N I N G AT

Beth Israel

October 2024 - December 2024

We offer diverse access for many programs and will continue to offer streaming/Zoom for those unable to join us in-person WORSHIP SCHEDULE Wednesday, Erev Rosh Hashanah, October 2, 2024 6:00 p.m. Erev Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Thursday October 3, 2024 First Day Rosh Hashannah 8:30 a.m. Family Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. Morning Rosh Hashanah Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 4:00 p.m. Young Families Rosh Hashanah, Foster Family Chapel 6:00 p.m. Tashlich & Havdalah, La Jolla Shores (Lifeguard Station 32) Friday October 4, 2024 Second Day Rosh Hashannah 9:00 a.m. Rosh Hashanah Second Day Morning Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary followed by a kiddush lunch 11:15 a.m. Hike with Rabbi Nevarez 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Shuva Service, Foster Family Chapel Saturday, October 5, 2024 Torah Portion: Haazinu (Deuteronomy 32:1–52) Haftarah: Hosea 14:2-10, Micah 7:18-20, Joel 2:15-17 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Ackerman Hirsch (diverse access) 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel Sunday, October 6, Kever Avot Cemetery Memorial Service Times TBD – Kever Avot Cemetery Memorial Service, El Camino Memorial Park Friday, Kol Nidre - October 11, 2024 5:30 p.m. Kol Nidre Early Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 8:00 p.m. Kol Nidre Late Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary

Saturday, October 12, 2024 Yom Kippur 8:30 a.m. Family Yom Kippur Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. Yom Kippur Morning Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Food for Thought: Session 1 – Learning Opportunity Session 2 – 1:15 – 2:15 p.m. Sermon Talk Back with Rabbi Nevarez 2:30 p.m. Contemporary Confessions, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 4:00 p.m. Afternoon Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary 5:00 p.m. Yizkor Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary 5:30 p.m. Neilah Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary 6:15 p.m. Break the Fast, Price Family Courtyard Thursday, 17 October 2024, Sukkot 10:00 a.m. Chag Sukkot Morning Service in the Foster Family Chapel, lunch in the Sukkah to follow Friday, October 18, 2024 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Sukkot Service in Price Family Courtyard & BYO Picnic in the Sukkah. Beth Israel will provide drinks and desert Saturday, October 19, 2024 Torah Portion: Chol HaMo-eid Sukkot (Holidays Exodus 33:12–34:26) Haftarah: Ezekiel 38:18-39:7 [historic: Ezekiel 38:18-39:16]; The Book of Ecclesiastes 9:00 a.m. Torah Study (diverse access) 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel Wednesday, October 23 5:00 p.m. Young Family Simchat Torah Service, Foster Family Chapel 6:00 p.m. Erev Simchat Torah Service followed by Israeli Dancing, Price Family Courtyard

Thursday, October 24 – Simchat Torah 10:00 a.m. Sh’mini Atzeret/Simchat Torah Yizkor Service in the Foster Family Chapel, lunch in the Sukkah to follow Friday, October 25, 2024 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Chai Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, October 26, 2024 Torah Portion: B’reishit (Genesis 1:1−6:8) Haftarah: Isaiah 42:5-43:10 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Richard Agler (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B'nei Mitzvah Service, GlickmanGalinson 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, November 1, 2024 5:00 p.m. Young Families Shabbat in the Foster Family Chapel 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, November 2, 2024 Torah Portion: Noach (Genesis 6:9−11:32) Haftarah: Isaiah 54:1-55:5 [historic: Isaiah 66:1-24] 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Ackerman Hirsch (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B'nei Mitzvah Service, GlickmanGalinson 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, November 8, 2024 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Family Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary 8:30 p.m. Shira Chadasha Service, Foster Family Chapel

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Saturday, November 9, 2024 Torah Portion: Lech L’cha (Genesis 12:1−17:27) Haftarah: Isaiah 40:27-41:16 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Jason Nevarez (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B'nei Mitzvah Service, GlickmanGalinson 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, November 15, 2024 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, November 16, 2024 Torah Portion: Vayeira (Genesis 18:1– 22:24) Haftarah: II Kings 4:1-37 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Cantor Gimbel (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B'nei Mitzvah Service, GlickmanGalinson Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel Friday, November 22, 2024 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, November 23, 2024 Torah Portion: Chayei Sarah (Genesis 23:1−25:18) Haftarah: I Kings 1:1-31 9:00 a.m. Torah Study; Leader: Rabbi Marty Lawson (diverse access) 10:00 a.m. The congregation celebrates a B'nei Mitzvah Service, GlickmanGalinson 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, November 29, 2024 6:15 p.m. Erev Shabbat Chai Service, Glickman-Galinson Sanctuary Saturday, November 30, 2024 Torah Portion: Tol’dot (Genesis 25:19−28:9)

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Haftarah: I Samuel 20:18-42 9:00 a.m. Torah Study (diverse access) 10:30 a.m. Shabbat Lay Led Service, Foster Family Chapel CONGREGATIONAL LEARNING AND PROGRAMMING ADULT EDUCATION Visit us at cbisd.org/lifelong-learning/ adult-education Daytimers Book Club Tuesdays, October 1, November 5, & December 3 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Adult Evening Book Club Thursdays, October 17 and November 21 Morning Mindfulness with Julie Potiker Wednesdays @ 10:00 am - 10:40 am CARING COMMUNITY Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/ caring-community Cooking with Caring Community: Thanksgiving Sweet Potato Soup Monday, November 4 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Cooking with Caring Community: Chanukah Latkes Wednesday, December 11 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm SOCIAL ACTION NETWORK Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/socialaction-network Providing Dinner to the Residents of Rachel’s Women’s Center & Night Shelter Sundays, October 13 and December 8 @ 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm Social Media as a Platform for Change and Advocacy with Debbie Lechtman (@rootsmetals) Tuesday, October 29 @ 7:00 pm 8:00 pm Social Action Network Meeting Thursday, November 7 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

MEN'S CLUB Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/ mensclub Community Sukkah Building with the Men’s Club Sunday, October 13 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Men’s Club Discussion Group Mondays, October 14, 28; November 11, 25; December 9, 23 @ 10:00 am 11:30 am Community Sukkah Take Down Morning with the Men’s Club Sunday, October 27 @ 9:00 am 11:00 am Men’s Club Dinner Forum Wednesdays, November 20 & December 18 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Chanukah Latke Bash for Religious School Sunday, December 15 @ 8:00 am 11:30 am MEMBERSHIP & ENGAGEMENT Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/ member-meet-ups Member Meet Up: Tuesday Afternoon Mahjong Tuesdays, @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Member Meet Up: Knitting and Crocheting for Caring Community Sundays, October 13, November 10, and December 8 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am SPECIAL EVENTS Visit us at cbisd.org/programs/ category/special/ Beth Israel Day of Service Sunday, October 27 @ 9:00 am 11:30 am Social Media as a Platform for Change and Advocacy with Debbie Lechtman (@rootsmetals) Tuesday, October 29 @ 7:00 pm 8:00 pm Annual Interfaith Service Sunday Sunday, November 17 at 4:00pm

TRIBE Visit us at cbisd.org/get-involved/tribe Tribe Oneg Fridays, October 18, November 22, & December 20 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

FAMILY PROGRAMS Young Family S’lichot & S’mores Saturday, September 28 @ 5:00 p.m.

Community Sukkah Building with the Men’s Club Sunday, October 13 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

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

Erev Shabbat Sukkot Service & Picnic in the Sukkah, Price Family Courtyard Friday, October 18 @ 6:15

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

Community Sukkah Take Down Morning with the Men’s Club Sunday, October 27 @ 9:00 am 11:00 am

LEE AND FRANK GOLDBERG FAMILY RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Visit us at cbisd.org/lifelong-learning/ religious-school Chanukah Latke Bash for Religious School Sunday, December 15 @ 8:00 am 11:30 am

Young Family Simchat Torah Service Wednesday, October 23 @ 5:00 pm Erev Simchat Torah Pizza Dinner Wednesday, October 23 @ 5:00 pm Young Families Shabbat Fridays, November 1 and December 6 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION BILL & SID RUBIN PRESCHOOL Visit us at cbisd.org/lifelong-learning/ early-childhood-center Young Family S’lichot & S’mores Saturday, September 28 @ 5:00 pm Young Family Simchat Torah Service Wednesday, October 23 @ 5:00 pm Erev Simchat Torah Pizza Dinner Wednesday, October 23 @ 5:00 pm Young Families Shabbat Fridays, November 1 and December 6 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm WOMEN OF BETH ISRAEL Visit us at cbisd.org/programs/ category/wbi/ Congregational Shabbat Dinner Friday, November 1 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

YOU BELONG. Our Shared Sacred Partnership:

Latkes & Vodka Thursday, December 5 @ 7:00 pm Beth Israel’s Self-Directed Membership Program 9:00 pm For all other events, visit www.cbisd.org

Belonging. Community. Partnership.

M a ke a m e a n i n g f u l m e m b e r s h i p c o m m i t m e n t t o y o u r B e t h I s r a e l f a m i l y.

VIBRANT. EMPOWERING. UPLIFTING.

Passing on traditions and teachings to future generations. Dedicated to enhancing the lives of those it touches.

CARING. ACTIVE. INVOLVED.

Taking steps to aid those in need from every walk of life. Nurturing personal growth.

Make a meaningful commitment to your synagogue family.

As Moses asked each individual to contribute toward building the tabernacle according to their own ability, we ask YOU to help sustain and support Beth Israel in a manner that is meaningful to YOU.

For more information, reach out to our Director of Membership & Engagement, Bethany Eisenberg, at beisenberg@cbisd.org or (858) 900-2554 to learn how you can make a meaningful impact in your Beth Israel community.

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Contributions RABBI NEVAREZ'S FUND Contribution by: Sarah and Scott Blumenthal Heidi Gantwerk In appreciation of: Rabbi Nevarez being a part of Maya’s B'nei Mitzvah journey by Deborah and Trevor Darling Rabbi Nevarez for Judy Glenn’s service by Gordon Glenn and family Rabbi Nevarez for performing the shiva service for Sara Hirsch by Iris Hirsch Rabbi Nevarez’s support by Linda and Edward Janon Rabbi Nevarez’s kindness by Beverly and Howard Silldorf In honor of: Henry Michael’s brit milah by Daniel Klaristenfeld The bris for Isaac Sinkoff by Stuart Rubenstein The marriage of David Ulevitch and Stephanie Nass by Susan and Richard Ulevitch In memory of: Rachel Chasin by Mike Chasin and Stacey Coleman, Shelley Druskin Bessie Gelbtuch by Howard and Vicki Gelbtuch Judy Glenn by Gordon Glenn Adam Robert Lesman by Ron and Robin Israel Donald Penny Schneider by Mollie Lee Morris Sedloff by Michael and Janice Sedloff Marc Sheinbein by Fred and Judy Sheinbein

RABBI BERNSTEIN CANTOR EMERITA'S FUND Contribution by: Sarah and Scott Blumenthal Congregation Tifereth Israel of San Diego Anna Gluzman and Michael Galperin In appreciation of: Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita's wonderful and caring services for Ernie by Nadine Abbit Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita and Remy being a part of Maya’s becoming at B'nei Mitzvah by Deborah and Trevor Darling Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita for Judy Glenn’s service by Gordon Glenn Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita’s Hebrew class by Ellen Kroll Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita officiating so beautifully at the wedding of Emily and Ben by Meg and Jess Mandel Youth Choir lunches by Brian Haubenstock and Lori Shearer, Sarah and Marc Shulman Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita for her kindness and compassion by Pam and Walter Ferris In honor of: Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita’s inspiration by Valerie Leman and Ross Cohen

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Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita's 27 years of service and Beth Israel

by Shelley Druskin Ruth Landecker’s unveiling by David and Sylvia Geffen Barbara Parker by Susan and Jonathan Stein Janine Thompson by Susan and Jonathan Stein Refuah Shlemah by Eileen Wingard In memory of: Ernie Abbit by Nadine Abbit Julia Abarbanell by Linda Abarbanell Sandra Bernstein by Bev and Len Bernstein Harriet Cameron by Janice and Michael Sedloff Rachel Chasin by Mike Chasin and Stacey Coleman Harriet Recht Dickson by Bev and Len Bernstein, Alissa Hecker Robert Edenbaum by Heidi and Jon Monkarsh Sigrid Fischer by Sylvia and David Geffen, Susan Fischer Morris and James Morris Betty Glaser by Joni, Rich and Lauren Miller Marilyn Glaser by Dale Glaser and Lisa Lazar Judy Glenn by Gordon Glenn Victoria Gold by Russ and Andrea Gold Robert T. Gould by Mary Marshall Ruth Landecker by David and Sylvia Geffen Helen Marsh by David and Kathy Marsh Benjamin Pearl by David and Sylvia Geffen Marion Perlman by Loren Hunt Seymour Perlman by Loren Hunt John Samuels by Betsy and Richard Haubrich Aubrey Schneider by Kaylee and Daniel Brogadir Howard Schudson by Thomas Engel Bernice Spevack by Janice and Michael Sedloff Beatrice Wiener by Hermeen Scharaga Helen Wildman Pollack by Rhonda Schwartz

RABBI CANTOR GIMBEL’S FUND Contribution by: Sarah and Scott Blumenthal In appreciation of: Rabbi Cantor Gimbel for Chai Chavural visit by Janice Alper Rabbi Cantor Gimbel being a part of Maya’s becoming at B'nei Mitzvahby Deborah and Trevor Darling Rabbi Cantor Gimbel and the funeral service for Judy by Gordon Glenn and family Rabbi Cantor Gimbel officiating Jordana’s Brit ha Bat by Susan Harrison Rabbi Cantor Gimbel by Susan and Randy Kaufman Rabbi Cantor Gimbel meeting with them in their time of need by Susan and Randy Kaufman

We acknowledge these contributions, processed through July 31, with appreciation. To make a contribution email giving@cbisd.org, or call Deneille Pritchard at 858 900-2500 The Contemporary Yizkor service

by Mona and Jeffrey Platt In honor of: Rabbi Cantor Jeremy Gimbel on becoming a Cantor by Nelly Dean and family, Jan and Eddie Friedman and family, Bonnie and Barry Graff, Barbara Goldman and Howard Katz, Lori Shearer and Brian Haubenstock, Elizabeth and Mitch Siegler, Eileen Wingard Rabbi Cantor Gimbel’s ordination

by Shelley Druskin Rabbi Cantor by Myra Greenberg Glassman and Jerry Glassman Rabbi Cantor Gimbel’s ordination and remarkable accomplishments

by Alyse and David Kirschen, Patricia Pell Bris for Elijah Erickson by Stuart and Britt Rubenstein Rabbi Cantor Gimbel’s graduation from Cantorial school by Harriet and Alan Shumacher In memory of: Rachel Chasin by Mike Chasin and Stacey Coleman, Joanne and Kenneth Gimbel Mervin Cooper by Dale and Gerald Spector Gustave Friedman by Eddie and Jan Friedman and family Charles Ginsberg by Robert and Jamison Ginsberg Judy Glenn by Gordon Glenn and family Sadie Goldman by Adam and Rachelle Fischer Dorothy Krakower by Judy Krakower Seymour Okmin by Larry and Linda Okmin and family Leon Spector by Gerald and Dale Spector Harry Wohlander by Kirby Wohlander Jeanne Wohlander by Kirby Wohlander RABBI ACKERMAN HIRSCH FUND In memory of: George Spieler by Joan and Jeffrey Harris BETH ISRAEL Contribution by: Anonymous Helene Berger-Heppner Keith Frankel Nancy and Jay Handwerger Suzanne and Marc Pollack In appreciation of: Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita by Ellen Kroll In honor of: Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita by Susan Freed Our choir by Diane and David Weinstein Lesley Mills, recognizing her for her 18 years of dedicated service to Beth Israel by Doreen and Marvin Estrin Lesley Mills, honoring her 18th year, and many amazing collaborations

by David Estrin

The Sharp Kellogg family by Liz Sharp Robin Spiegel by Mona and Jeffrey Platt TRIBE by Sarah Garrick In memory of: Jerome Alexander by Norma Alexander Jacob Almus by Fanny AlmusJacobs and Larry Jacobs Amelia “Bobby” Aronson by Kaylee and Daniel Brogadir Blanche Ashe by Michael and Jessica Middleton Hazel Blumberg by Bob and Joyce Blumberg William Blumberg by Bob and Joyce Blumberg David Bretow by Thelma Bretow and family Harriet Cameron by Beverly and Howard Silldorf Rachel Chasin by Jay Chouljian Rose Deitel by Paula Park and Richard Kitson Julius Dudock by Judith Levine Regina Elfenbein by Judy Leitner Ethel Feldman by Bernard and Susan Feldman Joseph S. Feldman by Sandy and Jan Feldman Nadine Finkel by Robert Berton Frank Goldberg by Suzi and Bernie Feldman Ron Gordon by Dick and Lynn Gordon Arthur Greenberg by Alan Greenberg and Sharon Gorevitz Gertrude Greenwald by Kathie and John Wilcox Bernat Grunwald by Edith Stein Jerome Harris by Jeff and Joan Harris Milton Hartman by Anne and Ronald Simon Jack Kaplan by Jessica and Michael Middleton Pearl Kornbluth by Richard and Jesse Kornbluth Anita Lanner by Robert Feier Berti Leeds by Iris and Matthew Strauss z”l Bertram B. Leopold by Meg and Jess Mandel Ralph Levy by Julie and Edgar Berner Natalie Lieberman by Dorian Polson Mildred Newberger by Lynn and Michael Maskin Morton Newberger by Lynn and Michael Maskin Susy Norten by Miriam Norten and Alex Stolarski Ernest Pappelbaum by Stan and Roselyn Pappelbaum Edward Earl Parker by Barbra Parker and Geoff Wahl Paul Polson by Dorian Polson The yahrzeits of all their loved ones

by Dorcey and Tom Rose Zeldi Schuster by Jack and Sherron Schuster Robert Shearer by Lori Shearer and Brian Haubenstock

David Simon by Ronald and Anne Simon Herbert Tishkoff by David Golokow and Sara Maltzman Ryan Wayne Smith by Marge Katleman Fran Suknow by Lynn and Dick Gordon Wilbur Wagner by Steven Wagner L’CHAIM TO LIFE! BETH ISRAEL’S ANNUAL FUNDRAISER HONORING LEE & FRANKZ”L GOLDBERG Honorary Committee: Dalia and Edward Cohen Lynn Epsten Susan and Bernard Feldman Melissa Garfield Bartell and Michael Bartell Sylvia and David Geffen Jewish Community Foundation Tatiana Kisseleva and David Brenner Arlene Rosen Contribution by: In honor of Lee and Frank z’l Goldberg by Howard and Julie Haimsohn, Jane and Colin Scher Nancy and Dean Abelon Susan and Howard Berlin Bev and Len Bernstein Rabbi Arlene Bernstein Shirley and Willie Burger Mardelle and Jeffrey Davis Vicki and Howard Gelbtuch Marla and Gordon Gerson Barbara and Richard Gitlin Rachel and Ryan Goldenhar Beverlee Greene Marcia Hazan and Mark Cammell Amy and Mark Johnson Kathy and Michael Leavenworth Sherri and Mark McMahon Ann Mound Barbara Nagorner Robin Nelson Mona and Jeffrey Platt Shira Robbins and Peter Durdaller Barbara and Norman Rozansky Erin and Richard Savitch Cynthia Schairer and Chris DiLeo Liz Sharp Marcia and Donald Wolochow Emma and Leo Zuckerman RELIGIOUS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Contribution by: Sandra and Earl Altshuler Renee Barnow Steffi and Allan Bokser Dalia and Edward Cohen Barbara and Richard Cohen Netanya and Karl Cranford April and Mathew Fink Louis Galper Joanne and Kenneth Gimbel Francine and Phillip Ginsburg Marcia Hazan and Mark Cammell Emily and Chris Jennewein Jan and Irving Kass Larry Katz Ava and Michael Kurnow Robin and Jonathan Layton Angela and John Lefter Atul Malhotra and Family Julianne and Gregory Markow Manny and David Olsen-Vazquez Hebe Peralta Janet and John Perlman Shirley and Harold Pidgeon

Barbara Rabkin Lynn Sampson Elana Schiff Helene and David Schlafman May Sebel Danielle and Jason Sicklick Anne and Ronald Simon Charlene Steinhauer Julie Tedde Ronnie and Eric Udoff Tammy and Louie Vener Rachel and Michael Wegner Yu Cai and Jeffrey Weinstein Barbara and Robert Ziering In honor of: Larrizza and Livia Pidgeon and L’Chaim to Life!

Gala by Shirley and Harold Pidgeon

ADULT EDUCATION In honor of: Arnie Gass and Catherine Hand for their spirited and engaging leadership of the Adult Evening Book Club by Nancy and Jeff Dosick In memory of: Louise Abelon by Dean and Nancy Abelon Michael Abelon by Dean and Nancy Abelon Milton Kodmur by Nancy and Jeff Dosick Khava Slavutskaya by Ken and Millie Favilukis Meyer Weiner by Ed and Susan Weiner

BILL AND SID RUBIN PRESCHOOL Contribution by: Ita and Alan Adler, Kara and Jorge Adler, Shira Azulai and Yohai Magen, Rachel Barkanic and Garrett McGrath, Jamie Barr and Daniel Gordon, Stephanie and Alexander Bissell, Nicole and Eric Blumenfeld, Lana and Jason Bonner, Salil Bokar and Sayli Kadambande, Julia Brusilovsky and Gerardo Marquez, Amanda and Chib Chilekezi, Kairou Chiou and Bryan Ferris, Sandra Degulis, Katharina Dueker and Philipp Sander, Callie and Josh Efron, Heather and Matthew Eisenberg, Shelly and Adam Epstein, Elana and Michael Ettenberg, Maya and Travis Fawcett, Hadar Galler and Amit Ophir, Allison and Steve Gininger, Alina Goldenberg Thompson and Benjamin Thompson, Emily Grossman and Marcy Erb, Merima Heric and Erik Ashby, Lori Leib and Paul Hodge, Jen and Andy Jordan, Julia and Nathan Kargman, Elizabeth and Zev Klagsbrun, Aurelie and Aurelien Laguerre, Sarah Laredo and Michael Steinman, Kate and Jonathan Levin, Alexa Lomberg and Alec Brooks, Leah and Erik Mertz, Roxanne and Peter Neems, Sarah and Matthew Norton, Guy Oren, Rose Orlovich and Daniel Ir, Dorene and Omri Paran, Libby and Brian Parker, Michelle and Brendan Peter, Mor and Assaf Ramot, Jiyoung and Ari Raz, Rowan and Robert Rose, Delphia and Brian Savitch, Maria and Alan Schaffer, Avery and Adam Scharf, Ayesha and Nathaniel Schuster, Supriya Padmanabhan and Sairam Shekhar, Mor Shilon and Yuval Belkind, Nicolette and Benjamin Suskauer, Dorit Tudler, Jessie and Stephen Unterberg, Janny Concha Urday Zaa and Milos Lazic, Erin and Jordan West, Martha and Danny Wudka, Maasa and Shohei Yaji, Lior Yarkoni and Shir Nyul, Lia Yoon, Sasha and Adi Zuker In honor of: Rabbi Ronald D. Gerson’s 50th anniversary as a Rabbi, 64th anniversary of his Bar Mitzvah, and his friendship with Bill Rubin by Marla and Gordon Gerson In appreciation of: Cathy Goldberg by Ita and Alan Adler ECE Camp by Rachel Hanson In memory of: Bill Rubin by Helene and Allan Ziman Charlie Ziman by Allan and Helene Ziman

CARING COMMUNITY In appreciation of: Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita’s Hebrew class

by Ellen Kroll Katey Lindley by Ava and Michael Kurnow, Geri Shaevel Katey Lindley for bereavement class by Cathy Weil Ellen Kroll by Susan Harrison In memory of: Bill Burger by Willie and Shirley Burger Ethel Danenberg by Jacqueline and James Carr and family Dee Lasher by Lynn Lasher Harold Lasher by Lynn Lasher Marguerite Katleman by Marge Katleman Sally Kurlander by Janice and Jay Schuffman Jeanette Kurnow by Michael and Ava Kurnow Elsie Price by Janet Price-Silverstein Seymour Rabin by Adele Rabin Fannie Samuels by Jay and Janice Schuffman Sol Schuffman by Jay and Janice Schuffman Donald L. Shaevel by Geri Shaevel Charlotte Steinbach by Sandy Bornstein Saima Zbikowski by Nancy and Dean Abelon

LEE AND FRANK GOLDBERG FAMILY RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Contribution by: Women of Beth Israel In memory of: Nathan Ginsburg by Martin Stern ADOPT-A-SOLDIER FUND In honor of: Daniel Epstein by Vickie and Steven Becker

CAMPERSHIP FUND Contribution by: Women of Beth Israel In memory of: Blanche Brown by Janice and Jay Schuffman

HUNGER PROJECT Contribution by: Julie and Howard Haimsohn James Horstmann In appreciation of: Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita with love and gratitude by Gwen Yaruss’s family Rabbi Nevarez for a beautiful mitzvah celebration by Gwen Yaruss’s family In honor of: Dan Linn’s May birthday and successful hip surgery by Sandie Linn Gwen Yaruss’ mitzvah project by Debra Wanger, Diane and David Weinstein In memory of: Inez Amiel by David and Nancy Amiel Pauline BeRossy by Jan and Edward Friedman Adolfo Di Capua by Silvana and Richard Christy Elizabeth Cohen by Ben Weinbaum Sylvan Cooper by Irene Cooper Harry Feldman by Beverlee Greene Leo Felsenthal by Brenda and Fred Bern Marilyn Glaser by Debbie and Ron Herz Abraham Golokow by Gail Wurtz Belle Greene by Beverlee Greene Sam Greene by Beverlee Greene Clarence “Clare” Greenwald by Martin Stern Eve Rae Grossman by Charles and Sybil Grossman Morris Kutner by Leon and Koan Kutner

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Ruth Landau by Joan and Leon Kutner Sol Lefkowitz by Joyce and Jim Spievak Nathan Lyons by Nancy and David Amiel Virginia Lyons by Nancy and David Amiel Jack Neben by Marla and Gordon Gerson Yetta Neben by Marla and Gordon Gerson Max Nelson by Robin Nelson, Sara Dime, and Bernard Dime Ruth Nelson by Robin Nelson, Sara Dime, and Bernard Dime Naftal Reznik by Vivian Reznik and Andrew Ries Ann Rivers by Eileen Bachrach Hilda Roller by Linda and Larry Okmin and family Rachel Rozansky by Norman and Barbara Rozansky Ouzi Sadok by Joanna Sadok Don Schneider by Bev and Len Bernstein Lawrence Sternfield by Hedy Witham ONEG SHABBAT/KIDDUSH Contribution by: Carol Feinstein Sue and Jackie Geller In memory of: Frances Ducoffe by Phil and Laura Ducoffe and family Jimmy H. Heimann by Lou Galper Sylvia Rose by Stephanie Petersen Dee Lasher by Lynn Lasher Harold Lasher by Lynn Lasher SOCIAL ACTION In memory of: Phil Brogadir by Daniel and Kaylee Brogadir Sylvia Ragsdale by Michael Heinzman Hilda Weiner by Ed and Susan Weiner Elise Wellisch by Edith Koppel TORAH STUDY AND MINYAN In memory of: Anna Bashlow by Susan Levin Fred Davidson by Susan Levin and family Judy Glenn by Nancy and Dean Abelon, Jane and TJ Best, Rabbi Lenore Bohm Jean Feinstein, Jan and Irv Kass, Sandie and Dan Linn, Sally and Joseph Nalven, Terry Neuman, Martin Stern, Louise Winheld Moe Gross by The Carr family Stephanie Heinzman by Dalphne Jaworski and Neil Solomon, Nancy and Ted Johnson Claire Levin by Susan Levin Edward Levin by Susan Levin and family Joseph Spievak by Jim and Joyce Spievak Joseph Stern by Martin Stern Sol Vinstein by Susan Levin

AUXILIARIES MEN’S CLUB Contribution by: Roger Acheatel and Ingrid Scharpf, Nancy and David Amiel, Sherrie and Jonathan Benumof, Bev and Len Bernstein, Joyce and Robert Blumberg, Stacy and David Boodman, Lynn Breger, Seekey Cacciatore and Cory Briggs, William Burger Jr., Irene Cooper, Risa and Richard Cosand, Debora and Robert Davis, Mardelle and Jeffrey Davis, Ellen and Larry Edwards, Elizabeth Ellsworth Ett and Robert Ett, Madeline and Stephen Flaster, Penny Franks Spector, Jeff Freeman, Louis Galper, Joan and Arnold Gass, Gordon Glenn, Lee Goldberg, Barbara Goldman and Howard Katz, Jean and Martin Greenberg, Lisa Guterman, Ellen and Herb Hafter, Diana Hahn, Michael

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and Stephanie z”l Heinzman, Greg Hodosevich, Steven Horowitz, Brian Ilfeld, Jan and Irving Kass, Miriam Kastner, Leonard Kornreich, Marcia and Jerrold Krasny, Steve Laufer, Robin and Joth Layton, Marsha and Herbert Lubick, Lynn and Michael Maskin, Judy Metz, Cammy Nalven and John Tupta, Simma and Paul Nemeth, Nancy and Alan Nevin, Linda and Larry Okmin, Sue Rivera, Marjorie and Sanford Schane, Helene and David Schlafman, Liz Sharp, Harriet and Alan Shumacher, Beverly and Howard Silldorf, Karen and Richard Stern, Martin Stern, Ronni and Eric Udoff, Bennett Weinbaum, Richard Weinroth In honor of: Her sister Rhonda on her special day by Judy Metz In appreciation of: Marty Stern by Geri Shaevel In memory of: Faye Harris by Jeff and Joan Harris Louis Nemeth by Paul and Simma Nemeth Donald L. Shaevel by Geri Shaevel Melvin Udoff by Eric and Ronni Udoff Isidor S. Weinbaum by Ben Weinbaum MEN’S CLUB YOM HASHOAH Contribution by: Martin Stern WOMEN OF BETH ISRAEL Contribution by: Jill and Mark Spitzer In appreciation of: Rabbi Bernstein Cantor Emerita's Hebrew class

by Ellen Kroll In memory of: Belle Borack by Jules Borack Jerome Chapin by Ronni and Eric Udoff Jeanne Gross by Steve and Joani Gross Sumner Gross by Steve and Joani Gross Ellen Weinbaum by Ben Weinbaum

GENERAL AND NAMED ENDOWMENT FUNDS BETH ISRAEL ENDOWMENT FUND In memory of: Rachel Chasin by Elizabeth and Mitch Siegler Penny Kassar by Elizabeth and Mitch Siegler Cantor Pan Siskin by Dorcey and Tom Rose George Wend by Dorcey and Tom Rose CHARLOTTE HAIMSOHN CAMPERSHIP FUND In memory of: Edward Haimsohn by Shirley Haimsohn Sadie Haimsohn by Shirley Haimsohn Minnie Leson by Shirley Haimsohn DONA SHENKMAN CAMPERSHIP FUND In memory of: Dona Shenkman by Genine Rainbeau-Heart HERBERT J. SOLOMON RELIGIOUS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of: Dora Edelstein by Steven and Stephanie Steinberg

MEMORIAL AND NAMED SPECIAL FUNDS RABBI BERNSTEIN CANTOR EMERITA’S ISRAEL TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of: Hy Glaser by Dale Glaser and Lisa Lazar Mickey Stiegler by Sheree Stiegler BONNIE GRAFF SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE FUND In honor of: Rabbi Jonathan Stein’s speedy recovery by May Sebel In memory of: Sidney J. Horwitz by Paul Nierman and Deborah Horwitz Bernys S. Nierman Levin by Paul Nierman and Deborah Horwitz HAUBENSTOCK-NEVAREZ FUND TO COMBAT ANTISEMITISM In honor of: Liz and Seth Brown on their “100th” birthdays by Carolyn Levenberg In memory of: Stephen Gettinger by Matthew and Marcia Gettinger Don Penny Schneider by Andrea Oster JEWISH FEDERATION ISRAEL EMERGENCY FUND In memory of: Don Shaevel by Yvonne Lazar KENTON-KLEINBERG FUND FOR THE NEEDY In memory of: Maxine Kleinberg by Joanne and Jeffrey Levin Edythe Kenton by Marcia Hazan and Mark Cammell, Joanne and Jeffrey Levin, Linda and Douglas Tamkin MONTE KOBEY PRESCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP MEMORIAL FUND In memory of: Monte Kobey by Charlotte Kobey Barry Levine by Charlotte Kobey CINDY POLGER’S COLLEGE CREW FUND In memory of: Joe Bronstein by Terri Bignell Arthur Wright by Terri Bignell HELENE SCHLAFMAN MADRICHIM FUND Contribution by: Helene and David Schlafman In honor of: Eileen Wingard by Helene and David Schlafman Darren Schwartz by Helene and David Schlafman In memory of: Ralph Levy by Helene and David Schlafman Sarah Shur by Helene and David Schlafman HIGH HOLY DAY PRAYERBOOK In honor of: The 30th anniversary of Michael Weiner’s B'nei Mitzvah by Kellie Sullivan and Isis Malagrino

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