158 Years of Consecrated Service to God, Torah & Israel A Congregation Affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism
Friday, January 24, 2025
Lunch with the Group & Tour: Meet at the SAME Café at 12:45 PM (attendees are responsible for their own lunch expenses) Tour Only: Meet at the Café at 1:45 PM
The Main library, located at 325 N. Michigan St. in Toledo, provides free, covered parking in their attached garage. Enter the garage from Adams Street. You will proceed through the automatic doors and at the end of the hall choose the stairs or elevator to the main floor where we will meet at the SAME Cafe.
Our group will learn about the Toledo-Lucas County Library System, winner of the prestigious National Medal for Museum and Library Service, which was recently presented at the White House. Our tour of the Main Library will include the computer and media area, fact and fiction, local history and genealogy, the Saloff children's library and more. If you are interested in anything special please let our guide know.
OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP
There is NO COST for this program. RSVP by 1/22 to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org.
THE DATE: WCBI BOOK CLUB page 8
SCHOOL & YOUTH ACTIVITIES page 10
Notes from the Hazzan
When Words Cannot Speak
In the past, as Cantor, I would often write articles about synagogue music, music in general, and the arts. But lately, as acting-Rabbi, I often find myself gravitating towards content designed to uplift the congregation spiritually. As we close out 2024, I would like to thank those of you, who over the years provided such positive feedback over these articles.
As we begin the new year of 2025, I am returning to my musical roots, which are close to my heart. I am often asked why most of our services are sung? If you have visited my office, you may have noticed amongst the clutter, a magnet on my piano which states, “MUSIC SPEAKS WHEN WORDS CANNOT.” I always keep that slogan close at hand, since as a Hazzan I strongly believe that. For us Jews, the tradition of a sung, as opposed to spoken service dates back at least to the Temple in Jerusalem, where the Levites played the leading role in chanting the services through Levitical choirs and orchestras.
I vividly recall many years back when I was Hazzan in Stamford, Connecticut, an elderly congregant who attended synagogue fastidiously and had a beautiful voice, had a stroke that almost completely paralyzed her. When I visited her in the hospital, I began singing to her. She loved Yiddish folk songs and her favorite prayer was Sim Shalom. So I sang those softly to her. Much to the shock of her family, staff and myself, she began to mimic me and sing along, a little off-key perhaps, but who cared? She was otherwise unable to speak or do almost anything. And yet, she was able to sing and hum along with me!
As I have slowly begun to downsize my packed office, I came across an article I had saved from the Toledo Blade of October 11, 2020, entitled, “MUSIC ON YOUR MIND.” The article quotes Eugenia Costa Giomi, Professor of Music Education at the Ohio State University, who said, “Just like the brain looks different when processing information, the structure of the brain changes when we listen to music.” She stated that there is a lot of research that has shown that even though there is no cure for Parkinson’s disease, music can help. Something as regular as walking can be quite difficult, but a strong musical beat can help people learn how to keep their balance. People often recover certain memories after traumatic brain injuries, through the power of music.
Research has shown that different parts of the brain are activated when we hear a song we like, because the limbic system that controls emotion is much more active. No surprise that we experience joyous feelings when we hear our favorite music, or the opposite when we hear sad music with negative associations. In a synagogue context, I often cite the power of the Kol Nidrei melody to awaken strong emotions within us, more than the text. The text is a somewhat dry formula of vow nullification, yet the melody often stirs memories and nostalgic associations, its plaintive beauty passing dramatically through musical transitions of keys, scales and modes. How often do we end the service with a rousing Adon Olam, and the melody lingers in our ears and minds way into Kiddush?
It is no surprise that we use music for educational purposes. Memorization and learning language is enhanced though song, for example the alphabet song in English and Hebrew. Some of you may be aware that I am undergoing chemotherapy every few months. I lie in a hospital bed for two hours, rotating my body every fifteen minutes. It is difficult to make it through without a strong distraction. Our daughter Jackie downloaded a long list of beautiful songs of all genres both Jewish and secular, which I access on my cell phone through the Spotify app. Some songs are accompanied by family pictures. This gets me through every time.
As we approach the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, I am reminded of one of the most powerful musical quotes I have ever heard. My late grandmother said to my mother in the Warsaw Ghetto, as they were exiting a performance of the operetta Peer Gynt, “As long as we Jews are still making music, they will never be able to destroy us!”
Hazzan Ivor Lichterman
Better Communication
Shalom Chaverim, I hope you all enjoyed a Happy Hannukah, a joyful, optimistic New Year, and a well-earned rest in between. I am often asked who to approach with ideas and questions related to our shul. Last year we published the names and titles of the Executive Committee and committee chairs, but did not include email addresses or telephone numbers to limit the circulation of personal information. This year we have implemented a simple technical fix where each position is assigned an appropriate CBI email address from which mail is forward to whoever holds that post. Rather than publish a new address list each year, we need only revise the forwarding list on our server.
The initial forwarding list is as follows: president@cbitoledo.org
Mike Tamor Tamor secretary@cbitoledo.org
Paul Causman cbitreasurer@cbitoledo.org
Dick Greenblatt adminvp@cbitoledo.org
Kris Mann youth@cbitoledo.org
Josh Sherman Sherman ritual@cbitoledo.org
Howard Moskowitz building@cbitoledo.org
Mike Mallin security@cbitoledo.org
Tom Kasle programming@cbitoledo.org
Fran Weinblatt adulted@cbitoledo.org
Dale Levy Dale wcbi@cbitoledo.org
Miriam Beckerman
Of course, nothing beats in-person conversation, and the best conversations take place at Kiddush after Shabbat services. See you there!
Mike Tamor, CBI President
Women of CBI Honor Roll 2024-2025 (as of December 16, 2024)
Special thanks to the women listed below who financially support the Women of CBI, allowing for innovative and interesting programming throughout the year. Without their financial support, these programs would not be possible.
Alice Applebaum
Anne Bauer
Miriam Beckerman
Linda Beren
Eva Bernblum
Elaine Buehl
Rita Cohen
Nancy Danzinger
Harriet Davis
Sarna Dorf
Ellen Federman
Lori Friedes
Luann Garber
Judy Gersz
Nancy Goldberg
Sharon Hoicowitz
Norma Kalniz
Jan Kasle
Angela Katz
Debbie Katz-Liebenthal
Roanne Katzman
Susan Kaufman
Shirley Kohler
Charlotte Kominars
Jill Kripke
Gail Kwait
Harriet Lacker
Jan Lacker-Lichterman
Lois Levison
Rene Levy
Karen Lieberman
Kathryn Linver
Gabi Mallin
Barbara McGrew
Helen Michaels
Rhoda Miller
Joyce Moran
Sheila Odesky
Deborah Orloff
Diane Perlman
Debbie Perlmutter
Darlene Portnoy
Sheila Post
Susan Richards
Carol Richman
Nora Romanoff
Ann Rosenberg
Bonnie Ross
Cheryl Rothschild
Jean Rubin
Arlene Rubinoff
Marlene Russell
Sandra Soifer
Cathy Sperling
Sharon Stein
Shirley Tochtermann
Sandy Traugott
Patti Tuschman
Anastazja
Wajskol
Fran Weinblatt
Sue Wilson
Felice Wolff
Jolene Yourist
Dena Zack
Nancy Zerner
Meira Zucker
Kelly Zyndorf
January Special Birthdays
A Hearty Mazal Tov & Happy Birthday wishes to the following congregants on the occasion of their milestone birthdays!
Harry Nistel January 12 12 97th Birthday
Saundra Yaffe January 31 94th Birthday
Nathan Danziger January 1
Stuart Goldberg January 17
Steven Kaufman January 23
January Special Anniversaries
No Special Anniversaries this month
Special Birthdays & Anniversaries reflect the "0" or "5" year of the birthday or anniversary.
Todah Rabah & Mazal Tov to...
TO OUR KIDDUSH LUNCH SPONSORS:
Carol & Bill Richman
November 23
In Honor of the Anniversary of Bill's Bar Mitzvah
Joe Wittenberg December 7
In Honor of Joe's Special Birthday
CHESED MEALS
If you are aware of a congregant who is ill and in need of short term meal assistance, please contact Miriam Beckerman by email at mesb@bex.net. Please, do NOT submit names to the CBI office staff. The assistance provided the congregant in need is short term. There is absolutely no cost to the congregant receiving the meals.
The CBI office will be CLOSED
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Monday, January 20, 2025
CBI Clergy Search - Update
Dear Fellow Congregants,
The Search committee is excited to give you a brief update on our Rabbi search! We have already received responses from several candidates.
Meira and Ian have had preliminary discussions with each potential candidate to get a feel for their experience and expectations. Soon, we will have the full committee speak with the viable candidates to address a broad spectrum of questions. We will then get input and feedback from the full committee.
We still have a way to go in this process as many candidates don’t begin their search for a position until late December, into January and February. Therefore, we are hopeful our candidate pool will expand in the coming weeks and give our committee and shul more individuals to consider. Please feel free to reach out to Meira or Ian with any questions or input you may have, and especially if you have any intriguing leads for candidates that we may pursue.
CBI Rabbi Search Committee
JSFSS Family Pantry Recipients of Meijer Simply Give Campaign
Jewish Senior, Family & Social Services Food Pantry will be the recipients of the Simply Give campaign at the Central Ave. Meijer starting on December 29, 2024 through March 29, 2025. Double match days will be March 1, 2025 and Saturday, March 22, 2025.
How to Give: During each Simply Give campaign, customers are encouraged to purchase a $10 Simply Give donation card upon checkout. Once purchased, the donation is converted into a Meijer Food-Only Gift Card and donated directly to the local food pantry selected by the store.
Meijer customers shopping online using Meijer pickup or home delivery can also purchase Simply Give donation cards as an add-on to their orders..
CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL
MOVIE FESTIVAL
• Cost is $5 per movie.
RSVP by calling the CBI office at 419-517-8400 or email Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org. SNACKS WILL BE PROVIDED
WED. JAN. 22, 2025 1:00 PM
MON. JAN. 27, 2025 7:00 PM
"FIDDLER: A MIRACLE OF MIRACLES"
RSVP by Friday, January 17th
Run time: 1 hour, 36 minutes
Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles is a 2019 American documentary film about the creation and significance of the 1964 musical Fiddler on the Roof. Directed by Max Lewkowicz, it features interviews with Fiddler creators such as Jerry Bock, Sheldon Harnick, Joseph Stein, and Harold Prince, as well as scholars, actors, and other musical theatre figures such as Stephen Sondheim and Lin-Manuel Miranda. The documentary includes rarely-seen footage of the original Broadway cast as well as interviews with creators, actors, theatrical figures, and scholars.
Nosh & Knowledge: CBI Adult Education Book Club
Uncomfortable Conversations With A Jew
by Emmanuel Acho & Noa Tishby
Sunday, January 26, 2025 10:30 AM at CBI
This New York Times bestseller offers a timely, disarmingly honest, and thoughtprovoking investigation into antisemitism that connects the dots between the tropes and hatred of the past to our current complicated moment. For Emmanuel Acho and Noa Tishby, no question about Jews is off-limits. They go there. They cover Jews and money. Jews and power. Jews and privilege. Jews and white privilege. The Black and Jewish struggle. Emmanuel asks, Did Jews kill Jesus? To which Noa responds, “Why are Jewish people history’s favorite scapegoat?” They unpack Judaism itself: Is it a religion, culture, a peoplehood, or a race? And: Are you antisemitic if you’re anti-Zionist? The questions—and answers—might make you squirm, but together, they explain the tropes, stereotypes, and catalysts of antisemitism in America today. The topics are complicated and Acho and Tishby bring vastly different perspectives. Tishby is an outspoken Israeli American. Acho is a mild-mannered son of a Nigerian American pastor. But they share a superpower: an uncanny ability to make complicated ideas easy to understand so anyone can follow the straight line from the past to our immediate moment—and then see around corners. Acho and Tishby are united by the core belief that hatred toward one group is never isolated: if you see the smoke of bigotry in one place, expect that we will all be in the fire.
Jan Kasle will be the discussion leader for this book club meeting. RSVP to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Friday, January 24, 2025.
OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS
The Toledo Library has 3 physical copies, 2 audiobooks and 1 eBook. 21 libraries have copies on SearchOhio. No copies on OhioLink.
Nosh & Knowledge: CBI Adult Education
"Defining Terms in the Context of the War in
Gaza"
with speaker, Amichai Stout, Director, JCRC
Sunday, February 2, 2025 10:30 AM at CBI
145 sovereign nations recognize an entity known as "the State of Palestine" - but what exactly does that refer to, and how is it different from the Palestinian Authority, Fatah, Hamas, and Gaza? And what does it mean when Israel's Basic Laws define it as Jewish State? Come learn more about the importance of being intentional and informed in our language on these important issues.
RSVP to kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Friday, January 31, 2025.
OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS
Don't miss this important program.
TORAH PORTION OF THE WEEK
Join us each Friday morning to discuss and learn the weekly Torah portion with fellow CBI members and friends
Friday Mornings in January at 11 AM -12 PM, In-Person at CBI
NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
A KNOWLEDGE OF TORAH IS NOT REQUIRED
Let's all learn together!
THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP
SNOW BIRDS…...
Let us know when you will be returning to the Toledo area so that we can ensure you receive your bulletins without interruption. Please call the office at 419.517.8400.
Volunteer to Help Hungry Children in Toledo
Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 10 AM -12 PM at the Cherry Street Mission Building 1501 Monroe Street
We are in need of 8-12 volunteers. The volunteers will be putting together packages of food for children that live in the Toledo area.
RSVP by Jan. 6, 2025 to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org
UPCOMING VOLUNTEER DATES 10 AM -12 PM
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Friday, March 14, 2025
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
ARE YOU RECEIVING CBI NOTIFICATIONS?
CBI sends out email updates and important information throughout the week. If you are not receiving emails from CBI, please contact the office as soon as possible by calling 419.517.8400 or email Rhoda Miller at rmiller@cbitoledo.org.
CBI November 2024 Volunteers
L-R: Mike Portnoy, Darlene Portnoy, Howard Rosenberg, Ann Rosenberg, Jan Kasle, Judy Weinberg, Sue Richards, Fran Weinblatt, Elaine Buehl, Tom Buehl
Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs
January
Events
The FJMC is the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs. Its mission is to involve Jewish Men in Jewish life. The FJMC is affiliated with the Women’s League among many other organizations. It provides Adult Education opportunities for members and non-members. For more information about the organization or programs, visit the FJMC website or contact Dale Levy, 614-205-9994. https://fjmc.org/initiatives/affinity-groups-webinars/
• Yiddish Alive: Advanced Yiddish group, hosted by Mike Mills, Jeffrey Newton, Joe Rotstein, Esther Scheer & Barry Wagner. Registration is required, then a Zoom link will be sent. Register once for all the sessions. https://fjmc.org/initiatives/ affinity-groups-webinars/yiddish-alive-affinity-group/ Alternate Monday Evenings, 8:00 PM. Dates are scheduled through June. 2/3, 2/17, 3/3, 3/17, 3/31, 4/28, 5/12, 6/9 and 6/23.
• Yiddish Lite: For beginners or non-speakers – those who wish to learn a bissele (a little) Yiddish, common words and phrases), a few simple songs that maybe Bubby or Zeyde sang to you, and a vitz (joke) here and there. Participants will come away with a greater appreciation of the Yiddish language and an ever-increasing Yiddish vocabulary, and building of a glossary of terms as we go along. Hosted by Al Davis. Registration is required, then a Zoom link will be sent. Register once for all the sessions. https://fjmc.org/initiatives/affinitygroups-webinars/yiddish-lite-affinity-group/
Alternate Tuesday Evenings, 8:00 PM. Dates are scheduled through June. 1/28, 2/11, 2/25, 3/11, 3/25, 4/8, 4/22, 5/6, 5/25, 6/3 and 6/17.
• Minyan of Comfort: Learn what it is and how to conduct a Shiva Minyan. Registration link coming soon. Date changed to Monday 1/15, 8:00 PM.
• Jewish Dad's Support Group: FJMC now offers bi-weekly support groups specifically for Jewish dads and dads who are part of Jewish families. These support groups will serve as safe, confidential spaces where fathers can come together to share experiences, seek guidance, and support one another in the challenges of parenting. The sessions will be rooted in Jewish values, offering spiritual and emotional support. They are open to all fathers who are part of the Jewish community. With Rabbi Naom Raucher and Psychologist, Dr. Gary Katz. Registration link coming soon. Dates in the coming year to be announced.
• Israeli Jewish Music Affinity Group - Part 2: Mizrachi Music Presentation by Jason Hecht - Want to learn about and hear Mizrachi Music? This presentation will include some interactive audience participation. Mizrachi Jews who immigrated from the Arab countries have, over the last 50 years, created a unique musical style that combines elements of Arabic, Turkish, and Greek music. Registration link coming soon. Monday, 1/26, 8:00 PM.
"Whatever Happened to Paint-byNumbers?"
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Say “Paint-by-Numbers” to anyone old enough to read and nine out of ten will know exactly what it is. That is name recognition right up there with Elvis, Barbie, and Michael Jordan. It has become a household word and pure Americana.
Join us as Toledoan Larry Robbins talks about his father Dan’s book, Whatever Happened to Paint-by-Numbers?, which is a humorous personal account of what it took to make anyone an “artist”.
A delicious lunch will be served.
RSVP by February 12th, 2025 to Miriam Beckerman at mesb@bex.net. The registration fee for this program is $15 and includes lunch. Please make your checks payable to "Women of CBI" and mail to:
Miriam Beckerman, 6006 Main St. Sylvania, OH 43560
OPEN TO THE WOMEN OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS
If transportation is needed, please let us know when you RSVP.
The Tikkun Olam for this program will be a monetary donation to benefit Yad LaKashish - Lifeline for the Old.
Located in Israel, the organization’s mission is to give Jerusalem’s needy elderly a sense of purpose, self-worth, and connection to mainstream society through creative arts and crafts projects, essential support services, and a warm community environment. (To learn more visit: lifeline.org.il.)
"Havdalah - Have Fun!" Night
Games • Dinner • Fun
Join us for an evening of fun games, delicious Italian dinner and drinks after a meaningful Havdalah service.
Saturday Evening, February 22, 2025
6:45 PM at CBI
We will begin the evening with a family Havdalah at 6:45 PM after which the adults will eat and greet in the social hall. What’s your game? Mahj? Poker? Scrabble? Rummy Cube? You’ll find that and lots more!
Introducing A.I. Trivia led by Howard Moskowitz
Bring your friends & family!
OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS
Cost is $15 per adult for this fun evening! RSVP to the office or kbrody@cbitoledo.org by Feb. 14th.
WCBI BOOK CLUB: February Selection
The Other Einstein by Marie Benedict
Tuesday, February 25, 2025 10:30 AM at CBI
The Toledo library has 8 physical copies, plus various digital formats. 87 libraries have copies (including a kit for book clubs) on SearchOhio. 4 libraries have copies on OhioLink.
RSVP to Ellen Federman at efederman@sbcglobal.net by Sunday, February 23, 2025.
OPEN TO THE WOMEN OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS
Honor your special simcha or milestone event by sponsoring a Kiddush at CBI
Due to rising costs, the price of a basic Kiddush has increased to $350 as of January 1, 2025
*Basic Kiddush for 50 people: $350
Includes:
Plastic Table Cloths Cloths
Paper Plates and Plastic Cutlery
Bagels: sliced and warmed, and warmed, butter and cream cheese
Tuna Fish Salad
Salad: lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber Salad: and radishes (dressing on the side) and radishes
Fruit: canned or fresh
Dessert: cookies or brownies Dessert:
Extras:
Nicer plates/napkins: $20 per 25 people
China: $150 (includes dishwasher)
Linen table cloths & napkins: $50 - $150
Linen table
Noodle kugel (sweet): $20
Lox: $1.25 per person in increments of 12 (plus additional labor charges)
Egg salad: $15
Eston's parve ½ sheet cake: $84 (purchased by sponsor)
*All costs are based on 50 people. If additional people are expected then prices will increase accordingly. Additional fees will be added if extra labor is needed to prepare the Kiddush.
Gluten-free options are also available. Please call the office at 419.517.8400 for more information.
Federation
ENSURING THE SAFETY AND SECURITY OF OUR JEWISH COMMUNITY & Foundation
Dear Friends,
JewishToledo has an exciting opportunity to receive $85,000 in grant funds in each of the next three years from Jewish Federations of North America LiveSecure Matching Security Program. To receive this funding, JFGT must raise $85,000 in each of the next three years to match the national grant.
To meet the match requirement, our community is launching the LiveSecure Matching Security Campaign Every dollar you designate and donate for security up to $85,000 will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the generous grant, effectively doubling the impact of your contribution.
The LiveSecure Matching Security Campaign is endorsed by the lay leaders and clergy of Chabad of Toledo, Congregation B’nai Israel of Toledo, Congregation Etz Chayim, and Temple Shomer Emunim. JFGT has committed to directly funding at least $50,000 collectively, in each of the next three years, to these partners for some of their security expenses. All these leaders implore everyone to support this important initiative to help safeguard the security of our Jewish community.
Your support is essential in ensuring that our Toledo Jewish community remains a safe place for worship, learning, and connection. Together, we can leverage the power of the LiveSecure Matching Security Campaign to safeguard our heritage and uphold the values we cherish.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment and generosity. We are deeply grateful for your partnership in this critical initiative.
Jewish Federation & Foundation of Greater Toledo
Mark Greenblatt, President, JFGT
Matt Kripke, Chairman, TJCF
Stephen Rothschild, CEO
Congregation B’nai Israel
Cantor Ivor Lichterman
Michael Tamor, President
Congregation Etz Chayim
Marc Jacobson, President
Temple Shomer Emunim
Rabbi Lisa Delson
Joe Rosenberg, President
Chabad of Toledo
Rabbi Yossi Shemtov
With a LiveSecure grant and the support of SCN, Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo will greatly advance the safety and security of Jewish Toledo
How to Donate
Donating is easy:
1. Online: Visit our secure donation page at the QR code or https://tinyurl.com/svxjpa2h
3. Phone: Call us at 419-885-4461 to make a secure donation over the phone.
4. Commitment: 3 year commitments are preferred but annual contributions can also be made.
**Please note that this gift is NOT in lieu of an Annual Campaign contribution.
Join Us in Protecting Our Future
Religious School & Youth Activities
Notes from our Principal
In December, our students had the opportunity to make Hanukkah cards for gift bags to give some of our congregants who are in senior assisted living homes. CBI volunteers assembled Hanukkah goodie bags and delivered them to let them know their CBI family is thinking of them during this holiday season. Additional goodie bags were also given to JFS for Jewish families.
It was great to see everyone enjoy our special Hanukkah morning Shabbat. We celebrated with trivia games and a delicious Hanukkah themed kiddush lunch.
After the student's Winter Break ends, they will return mid-January for regular Sunday school classes.
We are looking forward to visits from the Shin shinim representatives coming to visit in February and April. If your family is interested in hosting one or both of them for the weekend please contact KBrody@cbitoledo.org. Stay tuned for more details regarding these exciting visits.
Kim Brody, Principal, David S. Stone Religious School
David S. Stone Religious School January 2025 Calendar
January
Wednesday 1/1 NO HS - WINTER BREAK
Sunday 1/5 NO RS - WINTER BREAK
Wednesday 1/8 Hebrew School 4:15-5:45 PM
Sunday 1/12 Rel School 9:30-11:30 AM
Wednesday 1/15 Hebrew School 4:15-5:45 PM
Sunday 1/19 NO RS - MLK WEEKEND
Wednesday 1/22 Hebrew School 4:15-5:45 PM
Sunday 1/26 Rel School 9:30-11:30 AM
Wednesday 1/29 Hebrew School 4:15-5:45 PM
A Very Special "Todah Rabah" to our ANONYMOUS DONOR
For their generous contribution to CBI which covers the cost of tuition for all Congregation B'nai Israel and Congregation Etz Chayim Religious School students.
The David S. Stone Religious School continues at NO COST to Families
We are happy to continue offering a tuition-free religious education to all students of the David S. Stone Religious School
This is made possible through the generosity of an anonymous donor who has established a fund at the Toledo Jewish Community Foundation to pay for tuition to Congregation B'nai Israel and Congregation Etz Chayim students.
• Jordan Slutsky, daughter of Mindy & Ruslan Slutsky, David S. Stone Religious School graduate, graduated as an honors student on December 14, 2024 with a Bachelor of Arts degrees in Disability Studies and Political Science from The University of Toledo. Jordan, always passionate about advocating for individuals with disabilities, found her calling during her internship at the Ability Center. She discovered her passion in working one-on-one with people and was directed towards the UToledo Disabilities Studies program. Post-graduation, she will continue her work at the Ability Center of Greater Toledo.
Mazal Tov to...
CONTRIBUTION LEVELS:
* denotes B’nai Mitzvah $13
** denotes Chai $18
*** denotes Silver $25
**** denotes Double Chai $36
Gold Contribution $50
Platinum Contribution $100
Platinum Chai Contribution $180
Double Platinum Contribution $200
Sapphire Contribution $250
Dbl Platinum Chai Contribution $360
Ruby Contribution $500
Emerald Contribution $750
Diamond Contribution $1000+
All contributions listed were made on or before December 15, 2024
Building Beautification Fund
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
YAHRZEIT:
Miriam Lane Jill & William Lane* William Lane*
Dorothy Schroeder, Beloved Mother Richard Schroeder*
7 Tevet 7 Harry Cousins, William G. Diamond, Leona Goldman, Robert Mahler, Dora Mostov, Kurt Odenheimer 7 William G. Diamond, Leona Goldman, Robert Mahler, Dora Mostov, Kurt Odenheimer
12 Tevet 12 Robert Siegel, David Reinwald, Ilya Kapelyush, Harry Stupsker, Harry Rubins, Martin I. Krauss, Yvette Levin, Ben Aronoff, 12 Viola Lewis, Arthur G. Mintz Viola 13 Tevet 13 Ned Joel Sack, Mervin L. Goldstein, Gertrude Goldman, Frances Gometz 13 14 Tevet 14 Aaron Willinger, Rita Malkin, Ben Trattner, Irving Sack, Abraham Leibovitz, Herman Fishbein 14
15 Tevet 15 Carl Shiff, Morton Zaft, Ann Lib Kozel, Sarah Phillips Carl
16 Tevet 16 Rudy Ertis, William Jacob Raeder, Calvin Katz, Miriam Leizerman
17 Tevet 17 Henry Lipson, Cody Leslie Morse, Klaus Hess, Isidor Wiegler, Ruth Yuro, Mark Rosen
18 Tevet 18 Charles Alan Swolsky, Frances Rosenblum, Bert Fox, Anita Beckerman, Ida Stein 18 Charles Alan
20 Tevet 20 Bluma Goldberg, Herman Bookman, Fannie Teitlebaum, Cyrus Jaffee, Honey Feingold, Arthur Friedman, Sylbert Friedman, Bluma Alex Zimbler, Elizabeth Robbins
22 Tevet 22 Estelle Freimer, Belle R. Epstein, Jacob Schuller, Joseph Federman, Gerald Stark Estelle
23 Tevet 23 Rose Katzman, Betty Davis, Sylvia Zyndorf, Jerry Baron, Deborah Goodman
24 Tevet 24 Syma Fraidenraich, David Greenbaum, Albert Kaminsky, Abraham Russell, Lillian Sussman, Sadie Russell, Michael Schwartzberg, Marcy Chaban, Benjamin M. Green
25 Tevet 25 Ray Malkin, Marvin Hochberg, Harry Goldman, Esther Young, Nicholas Goldhammer, Israel Rosenblum, Moses Dorf, 25 Dr. Samuel Korman, Jeannette Bauer
26 Tevet 26 Alex Hoffman, Anna Litwin, Joseph Bloom, Charlotte Rappaport
27 Tevet 27 Leah Ginsberg Epstein, Dora Chester, Sylvia T. Fink, Leona Harris, Sam Burke, Norman Shoffer, Jennie Segall, Burton Kalniz, Laurie Daube
28 Tevet 28 Nathaniel T. Boss, Anna Schreibman, Jen Newmark Meiland, Shirley Drube Nathaniel
29 Tevet 29 Welcha Elsa Nistel, Mamie Yuro, Rufus Rosenbloom, Taube Greenblatt, Joseph Perlmutter, Ralph Katz
30 Shevat 1 Robert Damrauer, Florence Schwartz, Nicholas Rubin, Abraham Palman, Sol Oster, Abraham Cohen 1
31 Shevat 2 Barbara Straus, Herman Rappoport, Joseph Fingerhut, Libbie Baron, Samuel Alloy, Ida Rubin, Howard Rosenbaum 2 Barbara
You have supported Congregation B’nai Israel during your lifetime.
Please consider leaving a lasting gift in your will and other estate planning.
CBI Zoom & Live Stream Access
CBI Weekly Services Schedule
Mon. & Thurs. Morning Minyan 8:00 AM - In Person/Zoom
Saturday Morning Shabbat 9:30 AM - In Person/Live Stream
*Sunday Morning Minyan 9:30 AM - In Person/Zoom *when religious schoool is in session
The link and passcode for weekday Zoom services is included in the Wednesday Update email sent to all CBI members. If you need the information resent to you, email gmallin@cbitoledo.org with your request.
PLEASE LET US KNOW
If you or someone you know is ill, or in the hospital and would appreciate a phone call from the Hazzan, please call the office at 419.517.8400. Due to HIPAA privacy regulations, hospitals do not notify clergy if a member is admitted.
SPONSORING A KIDDUSH AT CBI
If you have an upcoming special birthday, wedding anniversary, anniversary of your bar or bat mitvah or other milestone simcha, consider sponsoring a Shabbat Kiddush at CBI and share the joy with your congregational family. Contact the office at 419-517.8400 or email gmallin@ cbitoledo.org for more details.
DONATING RELIGIOUS OBJECTS TO CBI
If you are downsizing your home, be aware that it is permissible to throw away old kippot. Unfortunately, we cannot accept old books on Jewish subjects from your library. We would be glad to receive your old prayer books, tallitot or other religious objects for burial.
RETURNING CBI PRAYER BOOKS
If you have a borrowed a red Sim Shalom weekday prayer book from the chapel and are no longer using it, please return it to CBI. Quantities in the shul are very low and we do not have enough for services.
How to access CBI Live Stream Services
On your Computer, Tablet or Cell Phone:
• Go to the CBI website, cbitoledo.org.
• At the top of the home page click on "Live Stream".
• When the page opens, you will be connected to the CBI live stream service.
On your Television: You can also access the live stream services through your television if you have a "smart" TV, Roku or streaming stick which gives you access to YouTube.
• Click on the YouTube icon on your TV.
• When YouTube opens, search for "Congregation B'nai Israel - Sylvania, Ohio".
• Be sure to click on the listing that has the photo with Jewish star (see photo above).
• We recommend that you "subscribe" to the channel so you can easily locate the live stream for future services. We also highly recommend connecting to the live stream services on your TV as it is the most immersive and closest experience, short of being in the synagogue.
How to access CBI Zoom Programs & Services
• Check your email for the Zoom link and password for CBI Zoom services.
• Click on the link in the body of the email.
• If you have never used Zoom, you will be prompted to follow steps to download it on your computer.
• After that is successful, click on the link provided in the email, type in the provided password and you will be connected to the Zoom service.
A link and passcode will be emailed to congregants.
Please let the office know if you have a simcha or special news that you would like to share with our congregation.
We will happily post details and photos in the CBI Bulletin, if space allows.
Deadline is the 15th of the previous month. Please call the office at 419-517-8400.
