2024 Winter Bulletin

BULLETIN CELEBRATING THE JOY OF JUDAISM, EMBRACING ALL JEWS

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Am Yisrael Chai

ivdu Program Guide January-March 2024 Four Questions for the New Year and the New World

THE OPERATIVE WORD

by Dan Silien, Executive Director

Mitzvah Request Our community is still reeling from the horrific events of October 7. However, the generosity of time and money from our members overwhelms me with gratitude, humility, and a sense of hope. So many of you have reached deep to help Israel in her time of need. As a reminder, if you are looking for ways to give, you can check our BT Stands with Israel page at www.bethtfiloh.com/israel.

While these days we are certainly not on the yellow brick road, the quote “There’s no place like home” resonates even more. BT is, for many of us, a second home, an extended family or community, or simply a comforting place to feel safe and be among fellow Jews. This is particularly important at a time of crisis and pain, and we hope you feel BT is even more of a home now more than ever.

As I am sure you have seen over the past few months, we have increased our programming to offer a variety of meaningful opportunities to educate, comfort, assist, gather, pray, and more. Our Shabbat services have taken on a new level of meaning and davening has a new level of intention for many, with our clergy delivering inspiring messages to help navigate these difficult times. While not the reason I would want participation and membership to increase, it has been amazing to see more of us coming together.

Behind the scenes, in response to all of these events, we have also made changes to our security plans and staffing as these times call for a heightened level of awareness and protection. Some of these changes are obvious – like the additional security personnel and off-duty police that you have probably noticed. Others are less obvious, but are there to help keep our community safe.

All of this brings me to my mitzvah request. In addition to your generosity to causes directly benefitting the people of Israel, I am asking you to also remember your BT home. The reality is that additional security and programming costs money–a lot of money. Dues and seats cover only a portion of our annual budget, and your generosity towards the annual campaign makes a world of difference. That said, we project an increase of 30-50% or more for our security costs this year, and our kiddush and other food costs are higher than expected due to increased participation, and our program and other costs are increasing as well.

Please consider making an unrestricted donation to the BT Congregation General Fund or to the Phyllis and Nelson Neuman Family Kiddush Fund to help offset some of these unbudgeted costs.

You can make your donations throughout the year in honor or memory of someone (or some occasion), or simply make a donation at any time that works for you.

Donations can be made online or by contacting the Development Office at (410) 413-2210.

BETH TFILOH ‫בית תפלה‬

Synagogue Office Information Hotline

410-486-1900 410-413-2345

mail@btfiloh.org • www.BethTfiloh.com

BETH TFILOH CONGREGATION CLERGY Rabbi Chai Posner Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg, Rabbi-in-Residence Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev Rabbi Jason Goldstein Rabbi Chaim Wecker, Ritual Director Yoni ’04 Rose, Interim Chazzan

STAFF & LEADERSHIP Dan Silien, Executive Director Talia Jordan, Director of Programming & Engagement Chana Slavaticki, Director of Adult Education Sam Bloom, Director, Beth Tfiloh Camps Sheri Knauth, Program Coordinator Philippa Lichterman, Special Projects Coordinator Shani & Matan Shefler, Shlichim Benny Sobol, President Michael Bresler, Board Chair

BETH TFILOH DAHAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Switchboard: 410-486-1905 Dr. Zipora Schorr, Director of Education Laurie Kott, Director of Admission Allison Magat, Chief Administrative Officer Joan Feldman, Director of Strategic Initiatives Dodi Samuel, President, Board of Trustees

CONGREGATION AND SCHOOL Mandi Miller, Director of Institutional Advancement Larry Brenner, Director of Finance Mark Kaiser, Director of Campus Operations

BULLETIN Paul Miller, Art Director Erin Smith, Marketing Manager Michon Zysman, Social Media, Content Manager

As always, thank you for your support of Beth Tfiloh!

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MILESTONES BAR/BAT MITZVAHS: Julie Allison Cusner ‫יעל אילנה‬ Daughter of Nina ’00 and Yitzi Cusner October 15, 2023 Julie ’30 attends 6th grade at the Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. She is the sister of Naomi ’26, Lucy ’28, Kira ’31 and Nava. Julie is the granddaughter of Adrian and Marty Auster, and Alice and Burton Cusner. Her hobbies include art, volleyball, and babysitting. In honor of her Bat Mitzvah, Julie took a special mother/daughter trip to Israel this summer.

Layla Rose Rubin ‫חיה שרה‬ Daughter of Rebecca ’03 and Justin Rubin October 21, 2023 Layla ’30 attends 6th grade at Beth Tfiloh School. She is the sister of Dafna ’33, Orly ’33 and Ellie ’39, the granddaughter of Joan and Larry Feldman, Ramah and Dennis Rubin, great-granddaughter of (Zayde) Irvin Fishbein. Layla’s hobbies include softball, art, tennis, and volleyball.

For her mitzvah project Layla collected children’s book to donate.

Nathan Jacob Greenwald ‫אליהו נתן‬ Son of Joshua & Elizabeth Greenwald October 28, 2023 Nathan ’29 attends 7th grade at the Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School.

He is the brother of Jenna Greenwald, the grandson of Robert & Nancy Greenwald and Richard and the late Diane Mandy.

His hobbies include playing the piano and playing soccer. For his mitzvah project, Nathan visited with seniors in a local nursing home.

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Ella Kate Bar ‫אלה קייט בר‬ Daughter of Sharon & Moty Bar November 4, 2023 Ella ’30 attends 6th grade at the Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. She is the sister of Noa ’32, the granddaughter of David and Velly Moalem, Isaac and Brenda Samuel and (the late) Katarina Samuel. Ella loves reading, singing, playing softball and watching Formula 1. For Ella’s mitzvah project she organized a book drive for the Maryland Book Bank so that others could enjoy reading as much as she does.

Lily Mira Ostrow ‫שושנה מירה‬ Daughter of Jeff and Sara Ostrow November 11, 2023 Lily ’29 attends 7th grade at the Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. She is the sister of Abigail ’24 and Zachary ’24 Ostrow and the granddaughter of Shlomo and Louise Alima, and Sonia and the late Harry Ostrow. Lily’s hobbies include dance, theater, and spending time with her friends and family. She did several mitzvahs as part of her Bar Mitzvah program at Beth Tfiloh.

Dorie Ehrlich ‫דבורה רחל‬ Daughter of Todd & Whitney Ehrlich November 30, 2023 Dorie ’29 attends 7th grade at Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. She is the sister of Ariyel ’31, and the granddaughter of Leonard and Sheila Freyer and the late Louis and Barbara Ehrlich. Dorie enjoys reading and traveling. Dorie is happiest when spending time with her family.

Ari Brown ‫ארי יעקב‬ Son of Eric and Elizabeth Brown December 16, 2023 Ari ’29 attends 7th grade at the Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. He is the brother of Yael and Elana ’32 and the grandson of Nancy and Gene Bate and Carol and Barry Brown. His hobbies are tennis, baseball and Minecraft. As part of his Bar Mitzvah project, Ari will be organizing a letter writing campaign for those fighting for Israel.

Eliram Posner ‫אלירם יוסף‬ Son of Rachel and Rabbi Chai Posner December 23, 2023 Eliram ’29 attends 7th grade at the Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. He is the brother of Roni ’27, Yair ’31, Kayla ’33 and Moshe, the grandson of Shoshana and Rabbi Boruch M. Leibowitz and Estelle and Harvey Posner. He enjoys music and art.

Shira Abigail Wolf ‫שירה אביגיל וואלף‬ Daughter of Drs. Risa & Joshua Wolf December 30, 2023 Shira ’30 attends the 6th grade at Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School. She is the sister of Isaac ’31, Leora ’34, and Tamar ’38. She is the granddaughter of Faith & Edward Wolf, and Sheila & Len Small, and the great-granddaughter of Florence Wolf. Shira’s hobbies include playing guitar and reading. For her mitzvah project, she volunteers for Chai Lifeline and spends time weekly with a young child with a chronic disease.

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MILESTONES BIRTHS: To David and Eva Engles on the birth of their great-granddaughter, and to parents Simcha and Tzippi Hersh.

To Kyley and Avi Sommer on the birth of their son Gidon Beckley, and to big brother Mardy Jacob, grandparents Carol & Harry Sommer, Cathy and Greg (z'l) McClain.

To Jon and Alisa Murstein on the birth of their daughter Zara, and to big sister Madyson and to grandparents Elliot and Rina Rank.

To Morris & Susan Schechman on the birth of their granddaughter, and to parents Solomon Schechman ’07 & Anya Monisoff.

To Rabbi Chai and Rachel Posner on the birth of their son Moshe Gilad Oz, and to siblings, Aharon ’27, Eliram ’29, Yair ’31 and Kayla ’33 and to grandparents Harvey & Estelle Posner, and Rabbi Boruch & Shoshana Leibowitz.

To Myra (Bill) Fox on the loss of her sister, Diane Schweber; wife of Dr. Saul Schweber; aunt to Janice Nelson, Sheryl (Bill) Adler, Susan (Greg) Schwartz and Laura (Richard) Wolf.

To Carol Glusman (née Bernstein) on the loss of her husband, Sheldon Glusman, MD. To Sue (David) Leibman on the loss of her brother, Norman J. Glick.

To Dr. Samuel Adler and Dr. Richard Adler on the loss of their wife and mother, Ellen Fain Adler.

To the family of Barbara Markowitz.

To the Katz family on the loss of Frances Frank Katz.

To Helen Davidson and Steven Davidson on the loss of their son and brother, Harry Davidson.

To Bengi Fleischmann ’15 on his marriage to Chana Block, and to parents Lori Abell and Robert Fleischmann.

CONDOLENCES:

To Hertzel and Magda Saina on the birth of a granddaughter, and to parents Jacob Saina and Katherine Dease.

To Fran and Steve Pruce on the loss of their grandson, Ian Pruce.

To Dr. Jeffrey Chernak on the loss of his mother Judy Chernak.

To Craig (Wendy) Friedman on the loss of his father Donald Friedman; grandfather of Julie and Sarah Friedman.

To Florence Scheiner on the loss of her husband, Robert S. Scheiner.

To Dr. Jacqueline (Dr. Stuart) Miller on the loss of her mother Esta Lee Lesser grandmother of Rachel (Harry) Mont, Dr. Emily (Rehan) Milarachi, and Joshua Miller (Emily Wood).

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Tamar and David May Tamar and David have 2 children, BT students Oren ’36 and Rocky ’39.

Tamar is a utilization review nurse at Amerihealth and David is a research manager at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.

MAZAL TOV:

To Elliott ’08 and Rachel Goldberg on the birth of their daughter, and to siblings Levi ’39 and Sarah Rose Goldberg.

To Jill Spector (Joel Cohn) on the loss of her mother Alma Becker; grandmother of Alex Cohn and Hannah Cohn.

NEW MEMBERS: We warmly welcome the following new members to our Beth Tfiloh family. Thank you to our families who volunteered to be featured.

To Morris and Eileen Wise on their 60th anniversary.

To Andrew Fein ’13 and Samantha Magnes on their marriage, and to parents Michelle & Richard Fein and Cindy & Greg Magnes.

To Christine & David Sigman on the engagement of their son Ethan Sigman to Brianne Cavaliere, and to grandparent Lois Sigman.

To Kathi & Jeffrey Karlin on the engagement of their son, Jake Karlin ’17 to Emily Shapiro.

Naomi & Yosef Oliker Naomi and Yosef have 2 children, four year old Abby ’37, and almost two year old Caleb. Naomi works in healthcare administration and Yosef works at Capital One. Julia & Jacob Bashyrov Julia and Jacob have 3 children, all attending BT School. Julia is a financial analyst at Northrop Grumman Corp and Jacob is an immigration attorney at the United States Department of Justice.

To Eli Davis ’12 on his engagement to Sophie Harlem, and to parents Sally and Ron Davis.

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Rob Allen Rob is a retired Broadcast Journalist, and is currently teaching part-time at Ohr Chadash Academy. Rob recently moved to the neighborhood after living in Frederick where he served as Executive Director of Beth Sholom Congregation.

Miriam & Yoni ’04 Rose Miriam and Yoni ’04 moved back to Baltimore in June 2022. After living in Frankfurt, Germany for 7.5 years while Yoni was the chazzan at the Westend Synagogue, they decided it was time to come back home to Baltimore. They have 3 children Reuben ’34, Nathaniel ’37 and Dalia ’39. Miriam is a speechlanguage pathologist working in Baltimore City Public Schools. Yoni has been named Interim Chazzan for Beth Tfiloh Congregation.

Tali Berkowitz and Jacob Kanter Tali and Jacob have 2 children, Jojo ’35, and Elijah ’38. Tali is a Developmental Psychologist and Jacob is doing his fellowship in Glaucoma surgery at Johns Hopkins.

Esther and Shlomo Leibtag Esther and Shlomo have a one year old daughter, Florence. Esther is a Project Manager for a biomedical device company and Shlomo is a Sr. Specialist/Engineer, working in commercial vaccines.

Debbie and Danny Michaelis Debbie and Danny moved to Pikesville in June after 10 years in Washington, DC. Debbie runs rail grant programs for the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Danny builds ESPN's Fantasy Sports app and website.

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Elena Aronson and Greg Newmark Elena, Greg and their 4 children moved here from Manhattan, Kansas, Elena has a small public health/data analysis firm and teaches nutrition, and Greg is an associate professor of Urban Planning at Morgan State University.

New Members list Joseph & Elana Friedman Irwin & Jackie Cohen Nelson & Randi Kohn Aaron & Michelle Lynn Schmerling Samuel Hackam ’23 Jonah Schneider ’22 Sarah Schneider ’21 Michael & Morgan Hurwitz Jordan Spigel ’07 Dr. Jacob Asher Kanter & Talia Ora Berkowitz Andrew & Shaina Bloomfield ’11 Naomi Yankellow Matthew Weiner Kathy Posner Mitchell Cardin ’17 Jacob Adelstein ’18 Zachary Atran Shannon Atran Sabrina Robbins Tepper ’23 Roni Scheffer ’23 Josh Adelstein ’20 Anna Adelstein ’21 Ilanit Abraham ’20 Steven Herman ’20 Melanie Block ’17 Gary & Sara Rosendorff Rabbi Jeffrey Greenberg Robert Stevens & Michal Balass Michelle Bar-Av Avi Gerstenblith & Shira Zeliger Judah & Judith Minkove as of November 14, 2023 BETH TFILOH BULLETIN

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SHUL PHOTO GALLERY

Dr. Erica Brown shared words of wisdom, emotion and inspiration with more than 400 members of our congregation at our annual Helene and Stanley Z. Penn Lecture.

Beth Tfiloh hosted the “Community Gathering in Solidarity with Israel” for the entire Baltimore community. The religiously-diverse crowd filled the Dahan Sanctuary in an overwhelming show of support, love, Jewish pride, and solidarity.

Baltimore-area clergy and guest speakers thoughtfully led a heartfelt, impactful program filled with prayers, songs, and reflections.

This year’s men’s learning got off to a great start with a discussion about Yom Kippur, Yizkor and the next world.

Give Your Family the Gift of Peace of Mind Pre-Purchase a Beth Tfiloh Cemetery Plot Before Prices Increase The death of a loved one is a difficult and emotional time. By purchasing your family’s cemetery plots during your lifetime, you can provide peace of mind to your family members by relieving them of this burial decision and the related financial investment. You can purchase a plot at one of the following cemeteries:

Beth Tfiloh Cemetery

Beth Jacob Cemetery

5800 Windsor Mill Road Woodlawn, MD 21207

2900 Baltimore Blvd.

Finksburg, MD 21048

Please note that the cost for purchasing a Beth Tfiloh cemetery plot will increase as of April 1, 2024, so we encourage you to consider a purchase before then to take advantage of our current rates. Member prices will increase from $1000 to $1250 (non-member pricing is available as well), and payment plans are available. Please note that prices include perpetual care.

Contact Becky Lavon at blavon@btfiloh.org or 410-413-2206 to secure today’s prices.

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Our Moms & Midrash series, “Parenting with Soul,” offered mothers the opportunity to discuss the holy nature of parenting, our obligations to our children and even began to craft our Jewish parenting mission statements.

BTRP (Beth Tfiloh Retired People) Nosh and Schmooze is a relaxing and meaningful place for retirees and semi-retirees to connect with each other and a speaker each month. The first speaker was our shlicha, Shani Shefler. The program is hosted by the Sisterhood.

Welcome home Matan! Our wonderful Shlichim, Matan Shefler, who had been serving in the IDF, returned home to a warm community welcome.

Our cherished grandchildren joined forces with their BT grandparents to craft some beautiful Sukkah decorations at our grandparents and me program.

More than 300 smiling children and parents joined us for our annual Parshat Noach Petting Zoo & Chesed Day!

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Women and Wisdom, a group of women and mothers of teens are exploring “What do Jews Believe?” Led by Chana Slavaticki, the first session explored “Faith and Reason.”

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A

s the calendar turns to 2024, we are not only entering a new year, but we are also living in a new world. October 7, 2023 will go down in history as a turning point, a period of time that marks a change in the world. We didn’t choose to live in this new world, it chose us. That being said, we do choose how we react to this new reality. As we live through these historic times, I am proud to say our Beth Tfiloh community has joined the millions of Jews worldwide who have made the choice to react with strength, resolve and faith. Recent months have been difficult, but together we have responded to the needs of the moment. We have come together to stand up for Israel, support our brothers and sisters, and fight antisemitism. As the year winds down, our work is far from over. We go into 2024 determined to continue the work and advocacy that is required to support our community and Israel.

Over the past months we have focused our efforts on four areas, and we will continue to push ourselves in each of these areas in the year ahead: charity, advocacy, ritual, and passion/energy.

Four questions

year and the

CHARITY

For as long as we can remember, American Jews have been involved in charitable causes towards Israel and the Jewish community. We have generously donated in ways that made us feel fulfilled and what I would call comfortable. But in our new world that is no longer enough. We don’t have the luxury of only giving in ways that feel comfortable. We must stretch. We should be asking ourselves:

What can I give up, so that I can give more?

ADVOCACY

The war against terrorism and antisemitism is not only being fought on the battlefield. it is also being fought on college campuses, on social media and in political office. For too long we have conceded to loud voices on the other side. We can no longer do this. We must speak up and not back down. Our voices make a difference. Universities, political candidates, and organizations that are not proudly pro-Israel do not deserve our support. We should be asking ourselves:

How am I amplifying my pro-Israel, pro-Jewish voice?

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RITUAL

In this new world of ours, there is a newfound appreciation for mitzvot. We’ve all seen the pictures of secular soldiers wearing tefillin and tzitzit. We’ve seen women take on the mitzvah of candlelighting for Shabbat. We’ve seen an increase in prayers and reciting tehillim. The schism between secular and religious is closing. It’s no longer about labels. Now it’s simply about doing more mitzvot. We should be asking ourselves:

What new mitzvah or mitzvot will I be trying this year?

for the new new world

by Rabbi Chai Posner

ENERGY/PASSION

None of the initiatives in this article are all that new to us as Jews. The main difference is the newly found energy with which we go about doing them. October 7 ignited that Jewish spark within, and lit a fire in all of us.

Everything that we are doing as Jews we are doing with more energy and more passion. We recognize that the new world demands nothing less. We should be asking ourselves:

How can I be a more passionate Jew in 2024?

We are living in a new world. It would be a mistake to continue to live as if things have stayed the same. The world changed in 2023. In 2024, will we?

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BT Members Lead Key Israel Support Initiatives Since its founding in 1921, Beth Tfiloh members and rabbis have had a proud history of assuming key leadership roles in support of Israel and the Jewish community. In response to the Hamas attack of October 7, this strong tradition of BT leadership continues with a variety of support initiatives led by members of our congregation. Here are some of their inspiring projects.

Sam Friedman: Providing bulletproof vests through Friends of the Reserves In 2006, Sam Friedman had just completed his IDF service when his former unit was called up for reserve duty in the 2nd Lebanon War. Sam recalls that, “due to the urgency of the situation, we went to war without bulletproof vests and other protective equipment we needed.” He reached out by phone to friends back home and raised money to purchase vests, goggles, knee pads and other needed equipment, and thus began his effort to supply hundreds of thousands of dollars in much needed tactical equipment to IDF reserve teams, emergency responders and security teams. For the past 17 years, his Israeli nonprofit, Friends of the Reserves, has continued to provide equipment such as protective vests, drones, security cameras, radios, Search and Rescue gear, and even a bulletproof Jeep.

Immediately following the attacks of October 7, Sam and his wife Einat (who is from Israel, and is a former IDF officer), received

a flood of calls and emails from their contacts in Israel – including officers of special units, soldiers and their relatives – with urgent requests for bulletproof vests and other basic equipment. Sam immediately responded by reaching out to the BT community and throughout the Baltimore Jewish community and has raised more than $100,000 towards life-saving ceramic vests, which his wife personally delivered just a few weeks ago. Tucked into each vest was a $1 bill and a note from their daughter, Adaya ’30, asking the soldiers to give the dollar to tzedakah upon their safe return.

Adaya came up with this idea as her Bat Mitzvah project and by making each soldier a shaliach mitzvah (an emissary requested to do a mitzvah), has added an extra measure of divine protection over and above the protective vests.

Regarding future plans for Friends of the Reserves, Sam shared, “It doesn’t matter how much we have done so far; it only matters that we continue to do everything we can to protect Israel... We need help spreading the word and raising funds so we’ll be able to continue protecting the real heroes.”

To donate to Friends of the Reserves, visit bethtfiloh.com/israel.

Huppit Miller: Sending supplies for displaced Ashkelon families

Adaya Friedman ’30 places dollar bills and notes in bulletproof vests for IDF reservists.

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For Huppit Miller, the city of Ashkelon is much more than just Baltimore’s sister city – it’s where she grew up and where her father, sister, and many relatives and friends remain. She has close ties with Ashkelon’s municipal officfials and reached out to them and their emergency teams immediately after October 7 to determine their needs, given that the city was 8 miles from Gaza and its citizens were being evacuated to public shelters for the foreseeable future.

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Huppit Miller (right) with Ashkelon Mayor, Tomer Glam.

Hundreds of duffel bags arrive at Ben Gurion airport.

Ashkelon’s Chief of Emergency responded with a list of practical items to assist their residents and families during their displacement. After receiving an official supply list, Huppit reached out to the BT and Baltimore community, including schools and other organizations, and within two weeks was able to collect 12,000 pounds of necessities such as flashlights, phone chargers, games, puzzles, activity and coloring books, arts and crafts kits, markers, and crayons.

Immediately following October 7, the FIDF launched an emergency campaign to replace ambulances which were destroyed by Hamas. Ambulances are frequent targeted because they inhibit the ability to assist injured soldiers and civilians.

Hundreds of volunteers sorted and packed these comfort kits, which also included personal letters from children and adults within our BT community, many written at a BT Parent Association letter-writing event held at BT in early October.

Joining up with official government leaders, together they personally delivered more than 100 duffel bags to Ashkelon, visited volunteer centers and shelters, and toured areas directly impacted by the attacks. Currently working on her third shipment, Huppit remains in touch with the municipality of Ashkelon to identify ongoing needs.

For more information about Huppit Miller’s Ashkleon relief efforts, email Huppit at bartovhuppit@gmail.com.

Harold and Rozzie Taylor made the first donation and reached out to their friends to join in the effort. Within four hours, they had secured $147,000 - the amount required to replace an IDF ambulance. This rapid response inspired Rony and Tova Natanzon to sponsor a second ambulance, to be dedicated in the memory of their nephew, Lt. Etai Cohen z”l, who was one of the first IDF casualties of the war. The Natanzons kicked off their fundraising effort and within two days had secured enough for a second ambulance in Etai’s memory.

Kol hakavod to this special group of committed BT members for their leadership and action in supporting the needs of the IDF at such a critical time. Generosity is at the heart of everything we do at BT. For more information about supporting FIDF, go to fidf.org.

Our BT FIDF Team: Funding lifesaving aid to the IDF The Maryland chapter of Friends of the IDF (FIDF) is led by a dynamic group of BT members and parents - Marty Taylor (Chairman), Sherry Mauer (President), and BT parent Reut Friedman (Director). Since October 7, FIDF Maryland has seen a surge in support from the local community, with more than 800 new donors stepping in to support IDF soldiers by providing lifesaving humanitarian aid, comfort and support. As the only US-based organization authorized to work directly with the IDF, FIDF’s goal is to raise more than $160 million dollars to support the Israel Defence Force this year.

The two ambulances sponsored by Baltimore FIDF fundraising, which was led by BT members.

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Matan’s Angels: BT rallies to support IDF needs identified by our Shaliach As soon as Rabbi Wohlberg and Dr. Schorr heard that our beloved Israeli shaliach, Matan Shefler, was heading back to Israel to serve with his reserve unit, they embraced the opportunity to support the IDF by creating Matan’s Fund. Through constant contact, Matan was able to convey services and supplies that were urgently needed by the IDF and hundreds of thousands of reservists, and BT was then able to raise funds that would support the IDF’s efforts in an immediate, personal, and meaningful way.

Matan and Shani Shefler are now in their third year as our BT shlichim, where they are integral and beloved parts of both our shul and our school. Shani teaches Middle School Hebrew and Matan teaches in our High School.

Several people have created projects and fundraising efforts to support Matan’s Fund. One of Matan’s student’s, Skylar Wood

Matan Shefler (left front) together with members of his IDF reserve unit.

‘24, organized an effort to make bracelets in support of Israel.

“I thought people could come together as a community to make them, and by wearing them, show support and have a reminder every day that we stand with Israel and we are proud to be Jewish,” said Skylar. She recruited several of her fellow BT students, including Kira Diamond ’24, Meitial Shiller ’24 and Sammi Diamond ’26, to help organize orders, spread the word, and produce and sell the bracelets. They received hundreds of orders from BT, New York, Florida and Arizona, raising more than $8,000.

BT members, Liora and Ed Schlesinger, and Ora and Babak Imanoel, reached out to their friends and sponsored a private dinner, raising more than $20,000 to date.

The Beth Tfiloh Parent Association created special Am Yisrael Chai t-shirts. Proceeds from the shirt sales, in addition to its “Back on the Rack” sales are both being donated to Matan’s Fund.

To make a contribution to Matan’s Fund, go to bethtfiloh.com/israel.

Bracelets created by Skylar Wood and friends in support of Israel, with proceeds benefiting Matan’s Fund.

8th BT Men

Poker & Blackjack Tournament

SAVE THE DATE, Thursday, February 29 For questions, contact Jeremy Goldman, jeremygoldman@hotmail.com

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DVAR TORAH

Psalm 23: Hashem is With His Nation

By Rabbi Dr. Eli Yoggev

Many of us are familiar with Psalm 23, beginning with the words, “The Lord is my shepherd,” from funeral processions or singing during the third meal on Shabbat. However, how many times have we paused to read the psalm in depth and reflect on its lessons? Psalm 23 contains messages of hope, comfort, and divine support— relevant teachings for us today as we fervently pray for Am Yisrael’s welfare.

So, it’s surely worth a deeper look. A commentary that offers this deeper perspective is that of author Amos Hakham (Da’at Miqra). Hakham splits the psalm into two sections, each offering a different form of imagery: a shepherd and his flock, and a host welcoming a guest into their home. The following is based on his reading.

The shepherd-flock imagery is introduced in the psalm’s opening words: “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”

This provision and protection are then delineated, one step at a time. Hashem, “Makes me lie down in green pastures.

He leads me beside the still waters.” As His flock, God leads us through pastures with plentiful herbage to feast upon, alongside calm waters that are easy to

drink. And when we swerve from the right path while travailing these pastures, He restores our footing, helping us get back on track: “He restores my soul.

He leads me on straight paths for His name’s sake.” And even as He guides us through dark and treacherous terrain, “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,” we have nothing to fear: “I will fear no evil for you are with me.” Why? Because “Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.” Our shepherd uses a rod to thwart off wild animals and a staff for support as we are guided through these fearful stretches.

The shepherd-flock imagery reminds us that we can find refuge in Hashem in our moments of vulnerability—like the helpless flock, looking toward its faithful shepherd for protection and guidance.

The second section shifts the setting to times of plenty and security, as we are pampered in our host’s home. The host welcomes us with a set table, elevating us above our rivals: “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.” Amos explains that in biblical times it was customary to anoint one’s head with oil for pleasure and in times of joy and celebration. The host wouldn’t want less for his esteemed guest: “You anointed my head with oil.” We are also offered wine till the point that: “My cup

runneth over.” All this goodness leads the guest to never want to leave the host, Hashem’s, home: “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; And I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” I view the second section as adding onto the first. Just as Hashem takes care of us when we are vulnerable, as we move like flock through dangerous terrains in life, Hashem also looks after us in our times of plenty—inside the house, out of harm’s way—providing us more than we need or deserve.

King David, the author of the Psalms, began his career as a shepherd and concluded as a king, hosting guests and dignitaries in his palace. He knew what it meant to be vulnerable and to have plenty. He also drew analogies from these experiences as he wrote this psalm, allowing him to understand the dynamics from all sides. In his psalm King David reminds us that Hashem has never, and will never, forsake us. Over the past months our nation has traversed the valley overshadowed by death. We, nevertheless, mustn’t fear, for Hashem is with us! And Hashem will once more return us to times of plenty and tranquility, so that soon, speedily in our days, we will “dwell in the House of the Lord forever.”

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MERCAZ ADULT EDUCATION NEW: Rabbi Wohlberg’s Roundtable

First Thursday of the month, January 4, February 1, March 7 10:30am, Zoom only What’s on Rabbi Wohlberg’s mind… and yours? Join Rabbi Wohlberg on Zoom for a candid conversation about Jewish current events, Israel, politics & more! News articles will be distributed the week before for discussion.

BT in the AM:

Trimester 3: February 26-May 20 Class 1: 9:30-10:20am - Practical Judaism Rabbi Chaim Wecker Do you find halacha (Jewish law) to be dry and technical? Experience a paradigm shift in this course where you will enrich your understanding and appreciation of halachot (Jewish law) such as Shabbat, prayer, Torah reading, tzedaka, honoring one’s parents, and kashrut. As we study these in depth, Rabbi Wecker will regale you with hilarious stories, fun facts and intriguing case studies you would never imagine!

Class 2: 10:30-11:30am - Reflections on Ruth Rabbi Chai Posner The Book of Ruth is one of the shortest books of the Tanach. Its story is deceptively simple and yet touches on some of the most important questions in our lives. How do we balance personal autonomy with responsibility towards others? How do we find the inner strength to go on in the face of adversity and pain? How much of ourselves are we required to sacrifice for others? When is chessed not enough and when is it too much? We will grapple with these questions during our textual study in this course leading up to the holiday of Shavuot, when we read Megillat Ruth.

Purim Yom Iyun Monday, March 18 9:3am, ivdu Program Center Join us for a special morning of experiential learning around Purim, including classes, music, hands-on projects & more! This program is open to the entire community.

A Taste of Talmud, Rabbi Jason Goldstein Tuesdays, 7pm Explore learning through a methodical examination of the second chapter of Masechet Bava Metzia. We will pay special attention to understanding the logic of the Gemara, while exploring some of the classic medieval commentaries, and will discuss the mitzvah of returning lost objects, the halachic definition of despair, and the social responsibilities that Jews have for one another.

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Understanding the Siddur, Rabbi Jason Goldstein Sundays, January 21, 28, February 4, 11am In this mini-series, come explore the meaning, structure, and theological implications of some of our most important prayers. These classes will help you enrich and deepen your prayer experience. We welcome congregants of all knowledge/Hebrew levels.

Stories, Spirituality, and Modern Ethics, Rabbi Yoggev Wednesdays 7pm Trimester 2 (Jan. 3-Feb. 21) - Encounters with Jewish Spirituality.

Learn about Jewish meditation, spirits and demons, mysticism and kabbalah, the afterlife, spiritual segulahs like the hamsa, and more.

Trimester 3 (Feb. 28-May15) - Jewish Ethics for the 21st Century dives into medical ethics, reproductive ethics, and end of life ethics including principles of Jewish ethics, invitro fertilization, surrogacy, abortion, brain death, organ donation, and more.

Yaffe Scholars Zoom Series: Tools for Transformation

Explore some of the most fundamental and timely Jewish values with the goal of transforming these oft quoted mitzvot into major sources of inspiration.

Paths of the Righteous

Olga Meshoe Washington Tuesday, January 16, 7:30pm The Torah says “Righteousness, righteousness, you shall pursue!” (Deut. 16:20) but how do we find the courage to take a stand? In commemoration of MLK Day, join us for a conversation with Olga Washington, a South African advocate for Israel and for Black and Jewish solidarity, who was featured in congregant Ari Mittleman’s book Paths of the Righteous: Stories of Heroism, Humanity and Hope.

How to Love God

Rabbi Shai Held, President, Hadar Institute Tuesday, February 27, 7:30pm The Torah commands us to love God with all our heart, soul, & might (Deuteronomy 6:5), but what does loving God look like in Jewish thought and practice?

Join us for a deeper look at the role of love in Judaism and how it can transform us.

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MEN’S PROGRAMMING

BTRP- Nosh & Schmooze (Beth Tfiloh Retired People) Wednesdays 10am, January 10, February 14, March 13, April 10 Come nosh, socialize, and enjoy a series of unique activities planned just for you, including speakers, entertainers, and hands-on projects of Jewish interest.

This program is sponsored by the BT Sisterhood.

Men’s Learning and L’Chaims Thursday evenings 8pm, January 25, March 14, April 11 Enjoy a monthly laid-back night of men’s learning with our BT Clergy.

There will be delicious food and plenty of l’chaims! Co-sponsored by BT Men. If you’d like to host or sponsor an evening of men’s learning, please reach out to Rabbi Goldstein (Jgoldstein@btfiloh.org)

Empty Nester’s Chavurah Sundays 7:30pm, January 28, February 25 March 17 The Empty Nester Chavurah meets monthly for lively discussions, socialization, and enjoyable activities at local congregant homes.

Contact Roberta Katz for information, rkatz@btfiloh.org.

Grandparent & Me: Hamantaschen Baking Sunday, March 17, 10am Grandparents and grandchildren are invited to spend quality time making and baking their own hamantaschen at BT, while also enjoying crafts and snacks with our shlichim Matan and Shani Shefler.

WOMEN’S PROGRAMMING Sisterhood General Meeting & Luncheon Thursday, January 17, 12pm Join the BT Sisterhood for their annual general meeting plus a delicious catered luncheon by David Chu’s. For more information contact Ellen Karp at 443-660-7690.

No Longer Radical: Book Talk & Signing with Dr. Rachel Brem & Dr. Christy Teal Saturday, January 20, 7:30pm Join us for an opportunity to hear life-saving and empowering guidance on breast cancer detection, prevention, and treatment from two top doctors in the field, who have also made the personal decisions to have mastectomies. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Moms & Midrash (see p. 17) Women and Wisdom: What do Jews Believe?

For GenX Women and mothers of teens Join us to explore Judaism’s most important theological questions: What does it mean to believe in God? Where is God in times of suffering? Does Judaism believe in reward and punishment? What happens in the afterlife? Do we really have to believe in Mashiach?

Come grapple with these complex questions and explore how they can bring meaning to our lives.

Tuesday, January 30, 7:30pm: The Afterlife and the World to Come with Rabbi Posner Monday, March 11, 7:30pm: Why do we Pray? – With Talia Jordan and Chana Slavaticki

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BT Men Annual Poker & Blackjack Tournament Thursday, February 29, 8pm Join BT Men for a delicious dinner, drinks, great games and terrific prizes!

Returning by popular demand is an auction featuring fantastic sports memorabilia from our local Baltimore teams and other items. Be a part of this exciting night – have a blast! For men 21+. Special sponsorship opportunities available. Contact: Jeremy Goldman, tournament chair: jeremygoldman@hotmail.com.

BT Women’s Challah Bake Thursday, February 8, 7:30pm Join us for this special intergenerational women’s night led by Morah Faigie Friedman, as we come together for the mitzvah of making challah. All experience levels welcome.

Sisterhood Game Day Thursday, March 14, 12pm Enjoy an afternoon of fun and games with Mah Jongg, Bridge, Canasta and more, as well as a delicious lunch. To register or learn more, please contact Ellen Karp at 443-660-7690.

CHESED AT BT: Our Chesed Committee is looking for volunteers to help us create a kind and caring community. For more information contact Talia Jordan Tjordan@btfiloh.org.

Stay tuned for more Chesed opportunities!

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SCHOLAR IN RESIDENCE

Grandparent & Me: Hamantashen Baking (see p.15)

Scholar in Residence - Dr. Noam Weissman Saturday, January 6 Dr. Noam Weissman is Executive Vice President of OpenDor Media, where he spearheads the organization’s educational vision and leads content creation across all platforms, from YouTube to TikTok. On Shabbat, Dr. Weissman will discuss Leading the Battle for Israel Education Online.

Purim Celebration Saturday, March 23 & Sunday, March 24 Save the date for our Megillah reading, Purim seudah, carnival & more!

Scholar in Residence - Rabbi Mark Trencher Saturday, January 20 Rabbi Mark Trencher is the founder of Nishma Research, which he created as a resource to study the American Jewish community. On Shabbat, Rabbi Trencher will discuss reports from the frontier of Orthodox Jewish community research.

Schwartz Scholar in Residence - Rabbi Sharon Shalom Friday -Saturday, February 2- 3 Rabbi Dr. Sharon Z. Shalom immigrated to Israel from Ethiopia on his own at the age of nine. In addition to being a Senior Lecturer at Ono Academic College, he is the Rabbi of the “Kdoshei Israel” synagogue in Kiryat Gat, a community of Holocaust survivors. On Shabbat, Rabbi Sharon will be speaking about his personal journey and the world of Ethiopian Jewry.

Schwartz Scholar in Residence - Judy Klitsner Friday -Saturday, March 1- 2 Judy Klitsner is an author and senior educator at the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies in Jerusalem. She is the author of Subversive Sequels in the Bible: How Biblical Stories Mine and Undermine Each Other. On Shabbat, Ms. Klitsner will offer text studies on the parsha and on being human in a time of inhumanity.

Schwartz Scholar in Residence speakers are sponsored by Nathan and Louise Schwartz, z'l, of Wilmington, NC. Women’s Mincha February 10, April 6, May 11 Beth Tfiloh women are invited to participate in a special women’s mincha service. To lead services or read Torah contact Rachel Berman at rachel.liane.berman@gmail.com.

PRETEENS/TEENS SHABBAT TABLE TALK FOR PARENTS OF TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS A three-part series for parents of teens and young adults.

Explore the Jewish Social, Emotional and Spiritual Learning (SESL) skills needed to raise resilient, patient, kind, responsible and empathetic Jewish teens.

Teaching Teens Resilience with Erica Hruby, MA Saturday, February 24, following kiddush What is Jewish about resilience and how do we cultivate that for our teens? Learn techniques to guide us in developing resilient Jewish teens.

SAVE THE DATE: May 7, 7:30pm Dahan Lecture with Yossi Klein Halevi – Resilience: The Story of the Jewish People Yossi Klein Halevi is a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem. His 2013 book, Like Dreamers, won the Jewish Book Council’s Everett Book of the Year Award. His latest book, Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor, is a New York Times bestseller. He writes for leading op-ed pages in the US, including the Times and the Wall Street Journal, and is a former contributing editor to the New Republic.

Sponsored by the Beth Tfiloh family and the Haron Dahan Foundation

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YOUNG FAMILIES & CHILDREN

Monday, January 1 Shacharit: 9am

Parent & Child Learning Saturday evenings, 30 minutes after Shabbat.

January 6th-February 10th Spend quality time learning with your children, plus musical Havdalah, pizza, & raffles.

Fast of Taanit Esther, Thursday, March 21 Fast begins: 5:55am Shacharit: 7:20am Mincha: 5:30pm Maariv: 6:05pm Fast ends: 8:02pm

Young Family Shabbat Dinner Friday, January 19, 5:30pm Join us for a delicious dinner, songs and fun with our young family community.

Shabbat, March 23 Maariv: 7:50pm Megillah: 8:05pm Additional Megillah (chapel): 8:45pm

Moms & Midrash: Parenting with Soul for Preschool and Lower School moms Monday evenings, 8pm Join a group of growth-minded women on a journey as they explore the dynamics of Jewish parenting. Learn and discuss Torah texts, practical tools, and modern psychology on a wide variety of topics. This course will be led by Chana Slavaticki and guest presenters.

January 22: Communicating to Connect February 26: Building Resilience and Self Esteem March 18: Celebrating Strengths and Balancing Family Dynamics

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Purim

Sunday, March 24 Shacharit: 9am Megillah: 9:40am Additional Megillah Reading: 4:15pm Mincha only: 4:45pm Purim Seudah: 5pm Mincha/Maariv: 5:55/6:10pm

Join our Young Family Welcome Committee to help make new BT families feel at home!

If you are interested in the committee or if you are a new family looking for more connection, email Talia Jordan (Tjordan@btfiloh.org).

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SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS

ATHLETICS CHAMPS- Mazel Tov to our Varsity Girls Tennis team for winning their IAAM C-Conference and tournament! Our Boys Varsity Soccer team had an outstanding season, and narrowly lost a hard fought game in their MIAA C-Division championship game against Friends School. Team members proudly wore Israel flag armbands and all of our students sang Hatikva at the end of the game.

BT ON STAGE – Our High School fall production, “CLUE,” featured a comedic whodunit based on the board game, with a talented cast, a creative set and impressive special effects.

VETERANS DAY – Our Middle School students planted hundreds of American flags throughout our campus and our Lower School students paid tribute to BT staff members and security guards who have served in the U.S. military.

ISRAEL RALLY – More than 250 BT students from Grades 7 through 12 attended the historic March for Israel in Washington, D.C.

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GRANDPARENTS & SPECIAL FRIENDS DAY was a wonderful time for our PreSchool and Lower School students to share their BT school experience with their special guests.

CHESED PROJECT WITH BUDDIES - PreSchoolers and their High School buddies assembled lunches for Bunches of Lunches, in cooperation the Jewish Volunteer Connection.

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COLLEGE PARK VISIT - Rabbi Chai Posner, Dr. Zipora Schorr, and Rabbi Yehuda Oratz paid a visit to the University of Maryland College Park to show support and care to our BT alumni who were participating in a “Day of Kindness with Love from Israel” in response to an anti-Israel protest.

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PHILANTHROPY & GIVING

Your BT

COMMUNITY • CONTINUITY • GENEROSITY 2 0 2 4 A N N U A L C A M PA I G N 2024 Annual Campaign Match Impact

e s a e rY c in ANNUAL CAMPAIGN 2024

Thank you to our most generous matching donors - the Noorani family in honor of the dedicated BT teachers and staff, and a grateful congregant in honor of our Beth Tfiloh clergy who have inspired our community to respond so enthusiastically to our Annual Campaign.

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“Increase Your Impact” Match Results: 398 families responded by making their gift during the match week 90 donor families increased their gifts or made first-time gifts to the campaign n $463,813 was donated towards our overall goal of $1,250,000 n n

As of December 4, we have raised $973,000 towards our goal of $1,250,000.

It is never too late to make an impact as a Annual Campaign supporter of Beth Tfiloh.

Please visit our website: www.bethtfiloh.com/annualcampaign, or make your gift via Venmo: @Bethtfilohschool.

2023 Donor Recognition Dinner Beth Tfiloh donors gathered at our Annual Donor Recognition Dinner on October 26, 2023. The dinner celebrated the generosity of our donors who contribute $1000 or more to the Annual Campaign which is led by Campaign Chair, Lee Sheller, and Vice-Chairs, Shoshi ’03 and Brian ’98 Ponczak. The evening also celebrated our Kadima Legacy Society – donors who have made a legacy gift to Beth Tfiloh.

We celebrated the strength and growth of our Beth Tfiloh community and prayed for our brothers and sisters in Israel. Guests enjoyed a musical performance by Jacob G. ’24, Elan B. ’26 and Lilah M. ’27, before hearing renowned educator and community leader, Dr. Erica Brown at the Annual Helene and Stanley Z. Penn Lecture.

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CENTENNIAL CAMPAIGN DEDICATIONS

The Auster Family generously dedicated the Lower School Learning Center. The Learning Center is dedicated in honor of their parents, children and grandchildren.

Irene and Robert Russel and family generously dedicated the ivdu Program Center and ivdu Program Endowment.

The Louise D. and Morton J. Macks Family Foundation generously supported the renovation of the Macks Upper School Library.

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Dr. Edward and Faith Wolf generously dedicated the High School Biotechnology Center in honor of their children and grandchildren.

The Rosemore Family lovingly dedicated the new PreSchool Playground – which has now been renamed Coby’s Playround – in memory of their beloved son Coby (z'l).

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PHILANTHROPY & GIVING We gratefully acknowledge the following contributions to our Congregation & School

JULY 21, 2023 THRU NOVEMBER 16, 2023 TRIBUTE GIFTS $36.00 AND UP

ROSALIE AND RICHARD ALTER SCHOLARSHIP FUND

BETH TFILOH GENERAL CONGREGATION FUND

In Honor of: Drs. Zippy and Nachum Schorr on the marriages of their grandchildren, Moshe, Avrami and Yehudis and the Bar Mitzvah of their grandson, Shraga, by Rosalie and Richard Alter

In Honor of: Esther Gross on her 90th birthday,

by Sally and Howard Goldstein • Edith Bluefeld on her special birthday, by Trudy and Jock Freedman and Family • Senator Benjamin Cardin on his much-deserved retirement, by Joyce and Martin Grand • Hadassa Eve Saina, by Katherine and Jacob Saina • Rabbi Wecker, by Stephanie Baron, Florence Brill • Rabbi Yoggev, by Stephanie Baron • Rabbi Posner, by Stephanie Baron • Beth Tfiloh, by Orit and Benjamin Cohen • David Katz,

by Margie Kwart In Memory of: Jacob Danick, by Arnold and Jill Pfeiffer, Subaru of America, DC Zone Office, Marty and Sharon Bass, Ilona and Mark Winter • Irene Sherman, by Eddie and Renee Feinstein, Chip Schaible and Allie Land, Beth Shapiro and Scott Boscapomi, Jack and Amy Wilen, Robert and Shifra Weinberg, Amy Glazer, David and Christine Sigman, Cara and Allen Mattison, Elissa and Ken Zaslow, Aileen Hendelberg Kimel, Daniel and Sarita Sragow, The Halpert Family • Gerald Rashbaum, by Toby and Scott Melnick, Denise and Fred Silverstein, Lauren and Andrew Kline, Lore Koppel and Renee Negin, Faye and Harry Adler, Arthur and Lynn Dubin, Susan and Scott Yurow, Julie and Peter Kobylarek, Becky and Ira Mendelson, Greg Shinberg, Donald Farkas, Rona and Ed Casel, Elise Roper, Mandy and Nick Fahey, Gottfried Family, Sharon Weiss, Randee and Bobby Fogel • Dr. Martin Woolfson, by Berman McAleer Foundation • Sylvia Davis, by Amy and Marley Simon, Daniel Green and Tamara Sobel, Julie and David August • Esta Lee Lesser, by Terry J. Posner Seidel and Gene Seidel and Family, Alan Malman, Rebecca Luwisher, Jenna, Matt, Nathan and Alex Lipton, Helen Gordon • Donald Friedman, by Wendy and Craig Friedman, Jill and Gary Eidelman, Nancy and David Safferman, Cheri and David Hurwitz • Lottie Wolfson,

by Diane Ruttenberg • Sheldon Glusman, by Ted and Bebe Hirsh, Daniel and Andrea Green, Arthur and Susan McTighe, Allison and Aaron Magat, Jon and Nancy Chernak, Rena Selya Cohen, Mindie Flamholz, Bonnie Epstein, Susan and Steven Feldman • Diane Schweber, by Karen and Bill Glazer • Robert Scheiner, by Debbie Leibowitz, Janice Mace and Louis Leibowitz • Yehuda Meir Katz, by Jill and Gary Eidelman In observance of the yahrzeit of: Jerry Gruenhut,

by Flombaum Family

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In memory of: Harvey “Bud” Meyerhoff, by Rosalie and Richard Alter • Abe Adler, Rosalee Davison, Helen Kamoroff, Irene Sherman, Yehuda Meir Katz, Gerald Rashbaum, by Rosalie and Richard Alter RAY NACHLAS BECKER SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of: Ray and Walter Becker, by Jackie Becker • Esta Lee Lesser, by Jackie Becker ELAINE AND GERALD BERG SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of: Gerald Rashbaum, by Elayne Berg BETH TFILOH ALUMNI FUND In memory of: Samuel Ponczak, by Ariel and Andrea Wolf BETH TFILOH DAHAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Honor of: Phyllis Cohen, by Gary and Lois Cassel • Carol Glusman on the birth of her grandson, by Sylvia Tulkoff, Linda Barron and Ted Chernak • Rabbi Wohlberg, Rabbi Posner, Rabbi Wecker and Cantor Albrecht by, Hersh Pachino • Sophia Leah Chason, by Jan and Andrew Cardin • Support of Israel, by Daniel and Rebecca Freedman • Eitan Samuels on his Bar Mitzvah, by Michelle and Steve Wions In Memory of: Jacob Danick, by Subaru of America, Eastern Region, Linda Freud, Laurie and Mike Kott • Irene Sherman, by Frona Brown and Beryl Rosenstein, Susan Yurow, Laurie, Mike, Seth and Naomi Kott, Marisa and David Kaplan, Toby Hoffman Goodman and Family, Amy and Marty Passen • Gerald Rashbaum, by Beverly Penn and Lowell Glazer, Jack Finkelstein and Frances Kessler, Irene and Stephen Mackler, Jill and Dan Brigati, Jo Robbins, Joseph and Annette Cooper, Audrey and Sanford Gann, Joyce, Martin, David and Sheri Grand, Shellye and Steve Gilden • Dr. Martin Woolfson,

by Goldie and Joel Berg, Mandi Love • Roy Duncan,

by Carol and Rachel Abarbanell • Yehuda Katz, by Jill Spector and Joel Cohn • Paul Bolenbaugh, by Joan Fowler • John Murray, by Marianne and Larry Hornstein • Esta Lesser, by Judy Hyman, Fran Kessler and Jack Finkelstein • Diane Schweber, by Steve and Michelle Wions • Sheldon Glusman, by Richard and Susan Lehmann, Bernard H. Ravitz MD • Sylvia Davis, by Nancy and Alan Garfinkel • Norman Glick, by Wilma and Paul Alpert • Judy Chernak, by Carole and Ron Fradkin

CHARLES CRANE AND HOWARD S. BROWN EDUCATION FUND We appreciate the anonymous donation made to this fund.

CHUMASH FUND In Honor of: Dr. and Mrs. Irwin Nudelman, by Margot Heller SALLY AND HAROLD GOLDBERG MUSIC FUND In Memory of: Irene Sherman, by Brett and Jacki Friedman HONORABLE ALAN J. KARLIN CHATAN TORAH FUND In Honor of: June Karlin, by Richard Fein In observance of the yahrzeit of: Hon. Alan J. Karlin, by June Karlin ESTHER AND MAX KAYE ISRAEL TRIP FUND In Memory of: James Albo, by Shelley and Robert Kaye • Beaty Harris, by Shelley and Robert Kaye LOUISE D. AND MORTON J. MACKS FUND In Memory of: Gerald Rashbaum, by Martha and Bernard Hoffman NATANZON TAYLOR FAMILY ISRAEL/ POLAND TRIP SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Honor of: Tova Natanzon on her special birthday, by Elaine and Harold Rothman NELSON NEUMAN FAMILY KIDDUSH FUND In Memory of: Marvin Lawrence, by Leslie Beck STANLEY Z. PENN LECTURE FUND In Honor of: The marriage of Danielle Chazen,

by Ruthie and David Carliner • Leah Heyn, by Helene Penn • Layla Rubin on her Bat Mitzvah,

by Helene Penn In Memory of: Gerald Rashbaum, by Helene Penn • Alma Becker, by Ruthie and David Carliner • Diane Schweber, by Helene Penn In observance of the yahrzeit of: Bertha Caplan,

by Helene Penn • Jayme Dorf Weinstein, by Helene Caplan RABBI POSNER DISCRETIONARY FUND In Honor of: Eileen Wise on her 80th birthday, by Morris and Eileen Wise • The Posner Family on the birth of Moshe Gilad Oz Posner, by Steven Goldberg, Marcia and Marc Leavey, Eva and David Engels, Irene and Robert Russel • Rabbi Wecker,

by David Cohen • Eileen and Morris Wise on their 60th wedding anniversary, by Eileen and Morris Wise In Memory of: Irene Sherman, by Joanne and Alan Berkowitz • Dr. Martin Woolfson, by Sylvia Tulkoff • Aaron H. Seiden, by Sheila Seiden • Sheldon Glusman, by Carol and Allan Pristoop • Lily Ostrow, by Carol and Allan Pristoop

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PRAYER BOOK FUND Speedy Recovery to: Marcia Leavey, by Sam and Gail Weingram In Memory of: Gerald Rashbaum, by Sherry O’Neill • Selma Deitch, by Leslie Beck • Beverly Kohn, by Janet Rauer IAN LUBIN PRUCE PRESCHOOL FUND In Memory of: Ian Lubin Pruce, by Wendy and Jeffrey Miller, Richard and Lauren Simon, Karen and Steve Brown, Arielle and Jacob Wischnia, Leslie Hopp, Olivia Ellis, Sara and Harrison Levy, Ashey Allen, Eliyahu and Phaygi Yoggev, Jon and Erika Hornstein, Rachel Cylus and Brett Rosenthal, Naomi Scheuer, Skip and Gail Millison, Michael Wischnia and Sheila Rattigan, Melissa Cordish, Leslie and Ron Goldberg, Cardin Family, Vicki and Charles Spira, Audrey and Jim Rothschild, Allan and Deborah Weksberg, Marcus Lubin, Harriet and Joel Chatkatz, Lynne and Stan Haas, Melissa and Andrew Vachris, Linda and David Boteach, Susan Lubeck, Barbara and Ron Adler, Sheryl and David Reicher, Sharon R. Benus, The Reisig Family, Maureen & Howard Davidov, Sarah Pick, Aaron and Karen Perlmutter, Sara and Steven Levin and Family, Shellye and Steve Gilden, Carolyn Fischl, Pamela Kasenetz, Rebecca Mandel, Rebecca Mandel, Dr. Elliot and Rena Rank, Sybil Kolodny, Hilary Winn and Matt Kleiman, Aviva Vogelstein and Daniel Ghitman, Adi Noiman, Isaacson Family, Paula and Michael Pearl, Stacy & Louis Schwartz, Kevin Bradley and Matthew Lucia, Avi & Kyley Sommer, Agnes, John and Sophia Scanlan, Kristen Witkop, The Berman Family, Marc Paul Serber, Frona Brown and Beryl Rosenstein, Debbi and Louis Baer, The Franz Family, Ilene Schwartz and Sean Love, Larry and Nancy Rosenberg, Laurie and Mike Kott, Rachael and Mike Hershkovitz, Cathy and Rich Mittleman, Heather and Aaron Levinoff, Marilyn Rosenblatt, Beth and Michael Sellman, Rena and Sheldon Polun, Julieta Holguin, Mark and Robin Smolarz, Ken Hornstein and Larraine Bernstein, Rosalie Klotzman, Alan and Sylvia Sandler, Devorah and Bob Brooks, Linda and Steven Hurwitz, Debbie Ruston, Karen and PJ Pearlstone, Lisa and David Hackam, Todd and Calla Samuels, Rachel & David Warschawski and Family, Neil and Sherri Sweren, Patti Spigel, Cee Cee and Michael Friedman, Joan and Larry Feldman, Amy and David Stampfer, Marsha and Ellis Caplan, Nancy and Darryl Garfinkel, David and Betsy Katz, Searle and Deborah Mitnick, Allison and Aaron Magat, Robert Goldstein, Sheryl B. Cooper, Margie and Lowell Herman, Rochelle and Edward Senker, Dorathy and Arnold Golberg, Amy Caplan and Robert Abbott, Joan Fowler, Aaron and Naomi Rosenthal, Maureen David, Mina Wender, Mia Robinson Mullen, Shoshi and Brian Ponczak, Irene and Robert Russel, Jane Danenberg Alpert and Norman Alpert, Jill and Gary Eidelman, Ellen and Myron Asher and Family, Ilene and Charles Weiner, Evan Seif, David and Tiffany Weksberg, Stan and Elaine Weintraub, Katzel Adler Family, Jeanette and Bruce Peckerman, Beth Gansky, Ellen Sheridan, Savannah Davis, Joanne and Marshall Rief, B’nai Israel Nursery School Staff, Lisa & Dan Glassman, Mary Kemper, John and Alicia Klaffky,

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Jessica and Steve Fink, Debby and Ed Weiner, Myra and Howard Strassler, Pam and Jeffrey Platt, B’nai Israel Schilit Nursery School Parents, Fred and Tammy Heyman, Larry Gordon, Gioia and John Sawchuk, Cheryl Pruce, Stephen Zemel, Shelley Kaye, Cheri and David Hurwitz and Family, Tsipi and Michael Renbaum, Ashley Allen, Tina and Lee Sheller KATARINA SAMUEL FUND In Memory of: Samuel Ponczak, by Dodi and Joey Samuel • Jacob Danick, by Dodi and Joey Samuel • Donald Miller, by Dodi and Joey Samuel EZRA SEEGULL LEADERSHIP AND ADVOCACY ENDOWMENT FUND In Honor of: The marriage of Josh and Yael Schwartz, by Natalie and Giselle Pincever In Memory of: Garri Rybalnik, by Robert and Rebecca Goldstein and Family In observance of the yahrzeit of: Bernard and Carol Salzberg, by Sophie and Daniel Salzberg RACHELLE SILVERSTEIN SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Honor of: Posner Family on the birth of Moshe Gilad Oz Posner, by Ronnie Silverstein In Memory of: Alma Becker, by Ronnie Silverstein VENICK FAMILY EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY FUND In Memory of: Ian Lubin Pruce, by Holly and Steve Venick • Sylvia Davis, by Holly and Steve Venick RABBI MITCHELL WOHLBERG DISCRETIONARY FUND In Honor of: Rabbi Wohlberg, by Sandy and Richard Weintraub In Memory of: Sheldon Glusman, by Dianne Spector

Florence Brill ∙ Milton Brown, by Stanley Brown ∙ Herman A. Cohen, by Sidney L. Cohen ∙ Maurice Meyer Cohen, by Reba & Arnold Cohen ∙ Oscar Creeger, by Gertrude Schunick ∙ Jerry Deitch, by Leslie Beck ∙ George Ehrlich, by Roseanne & Keith Ehrlich ∙ David Falck, by Matilda Falck ∙ David ben Yisaschar Feldman by Flora Elbert ∙ Mollie Fribush,

by Gertrude Schunick ∙ Sam Gold, by Phyllis Gold ∙ Barry Goldberg, by Roz Goldberg ∙ Cranie Goldstein, by Gertrude Schunick ∙ Theodore Grossman, by Bruce Winter ∙ Yetta Grossman,

by Sylvia Tulkoff ∙ Leon Hack, by Florence Brill ∙ Judith R. Herman, by Danielle & Steven Herman ∙ Leah Hochman, by Rozzie Taylor ∙ Samuel Hochman, by Rozzie Taylor ∙ Beatrice Hornstein,

by Larry Hornstein ∙ Ben Hornstein, by Jack Finkelstein ∙ Betty Hornstein, by Ken Hornstein ∙ Earl Hornstein, by Larry Hornstein ∙ Irving Hyatt,

by Phyllis Langwith ∙ Charles Isack, by Steven Isack ∙ Norman Ilkuvitz, by Steven Isack ∙ Agnes Krausz, Bracha Sima bat Eliezer, by Rosemary Gluck ∙ Isaac Krell, by Edna & Ervin Kowitz ∙ Esta Lee Lesser, by Jackie Miller ∙ Hattie Lott,

by Edward Lott ∙ Eleanor Muhlfelder, by John Segall ∙ Oscar Polinger, by Joel Boches ∙ Mannie Rabovsky, by Paula Pearl ∙ Dorothy Saragosey,

by Alegra Best ∙ Sam Saragosey, by Alegra Best ∙ Henry Seidman, by Herbert Seidman ∙ Karl Segall, by John Segall ∙ Lillian Seidman, by Herbert Seidman ∙ Eva Tucker, by Harold Tucker ∙ Stephen Weissman, by Sheila Jay ∙ Werdesheim family members, by Moshe Werdesheim ∙ Jacqueline Winter, by Bruce Winter ∙ Morris Winter, by Bruce Winter ∙ William Yospe, by Eric Yospe ∙ Mildred Zemel, by Stephen Memorial Plaques Donald Seymour Friedman ∙ Harry D. Hochman ∙ Michael Jay Judelson ∙ Bettye F. Kohn ∙ Greg E. McClain ∙ Donald L. Miller ∙ Marilyn H. Rabin ∙ Alvan M. Schunick ∙ Irene Mainzer Sherman ∙ Dr. Martin Gerald Woolfson

EDWARD AND FAITH WOLF FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Honor of: Gabriella Gross on her Bat Mitzvah,

by Shoshi and Brian Ponczak YAD B’YAD FUND In Honor of: Dr. Peter Jay, by Bunny and Howard Kohn • Rabbi Goldstein, by Sheryl B. Cooper In Memory of: Yehuda Katz, by Faith and Adam Harrison • Alma Becker, by Diane and Larry Seegull • Judy Esterson Chernak, by Dr. Stanford and Lonna Picker In observance of the yahrzeit of: Bernard and Carol Salzberg, by Sophie and Daniel Salzberg YAHRZEIT DONATIONS Nathan Aiken, by Larry Aiken ∙ Sylvia Aiken, by Larry Aiken ∙ Mark Aronoff, by Revanne Aronoff ∙ Miriam Ashinsky, by Rochelle Lewis ∙ Aaron R. Baer, by Louis Baer ∙ Benjamin Berman, by Bonnie Berman ∙ Harry Berman, by Bonnie Berman ∙ Elaine Blitzstein, by Samuel Blitzstein ∙ Morris Bond, by Steve Bond ∙ Harold Brill, by

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S-Th: Mincha/Maariv Candlelighting Shabbat Shabbat Ends Fri.: Mincha/ Mincha/Maariv Kabbalat Shabbat Dec.31-Jan.6 4:40/4:55pm 4:39pm 4:35/5:25pm 5:41pm

Jan.7-13 4:45/5:00pm 4:45pm 4:40/5:30pm 5:47pm Jan.14-20 4:50/5:05pm 4:53pm 4:50/5:40pm 5:55pm Jan.21-27 5:00/5:15pm 5:01pm 5:00/5:50pm 6:03pm

Jan.28-Feb.3 5:10/5:25pm 5:09pm 5:05/5:55pm 6:11pm

Feb.4-10 5:15/5:30pm 5:17pm 5:15/6:05pm 6:20pm

Feb.11-17 5:25/5:40pm 5:26pm 5:25/6:15pm 6:28pm Feb.18-24 5:30/5:45pm 5:33pm 5:30/6:20pm 6:35pm Feb.25-March2 5:40/5:55pm 5:41pm 5:40/6:30pm 6:43pm March3-9 5:45/6:00pm 5:48pm 5:45/6:35pm 6:50pm

March10-16 5:45/6:00pm 6:45/7:00pm 6:00-6:55pm 6:50/7:40pm 7:57pm March17-23 5:50/6:05pm (Thurs: see below) 6:05-7:03pm 7:00/7:50pm 8:04pm 6:45/7:00 pm March 24-30 (Sunday: see below) 5:55/6:10 pm 6:10-7:09 pm 7:05/7:55 pm 8:11 pm 6:45/7:00 pm March 31-April 6 6:00/6:15 pm 6:15-7:16 pm 7:10/8:00 pm 8:18 pm 6:45/7:00 pm

See special Holiday schedules on p. 17

Parshah Shemot Shabbat Mevarchim-Shevat Vaeira Bo Beshalach ShabbatS hira Yitro Shabbat Mevarchim-Adar I Mishpatim Rosh Chodesh Adar I Terumah Tetzaveh Ki Tisa Vayakhel Parshat Shekalim Shabbat Mevarchim-Adar II Pekudei Vayikra Parshat Zachor Tzav Parshat Parah Shemini Parshat Hachodesh