Notes from the Hazzan
Ambivalence and Hope
From July 23rd to August 13th is a period in our Jewish calendar known as the ‘Three Weeks.’ These are days of mourning, culminating in Tisha B’av, the 24-hour fast commemorating the destruction of both Jerusalem Temples and two exiles, the latter lasting almost 2000 years until modern Israel’s founding in 1948. This year, I am approaching this sad period with ambivalence and mixed feelings. Should we commemorate past destructions? Should we remember the two Temples and exiles? No doubt, we must!
However, our generation has just lived through our own Tisha B’av. The past nine months since October 7th, 2023 have changed Israel and global Jewry forever. The end result is yet unclear. Questions endure. For example, what will Gaza be after the war is over? Will resurgent anti-Semitism, particularly on US college campuses that has shocked American Jewry, subside? There are so many questions affecting us as Jews, Zionists, and Americans in the face of current events. Another question that lurks is what will the result be of the upcoming November US presidential election, and how will the result affect us as Jews and Israel?
There are no simple answers, nor will I attempt to give any. I leave conjecture to the many political pundits. However, we can draw inspiration from our holy texts that have guided us throughout our history, giving hope and strength to Jewish communities whenever death and destruction was their fate. After each destruction, such as the first and second exiles of 586 BCE and 70 AD respectively, the Jewish People reinvented ourselves, in both cases without our central religious structure – the holy Temple. Following each diasporic dispersion, Judaism not only was reinvented, it thrived.
The beautiful holiday of Shavuot that we just celebrated, marks our embrace of Torah and our Jewish heritage. Shavuot is preceded by the Torah portion Bamidbar which begins the Book of Numbers, the fourth Book of the Torah. The Haftorah – Prophetic portion for Bamidbar is from the prophet Hosea, who states (2:20–22): “I will banish bow, sword, and war from the land. I will let you lie down in safety. I will betroth you forever; I will betroth you with righteousness and justice, with goodness and mercy. And I will betroth you with faithfulness, and you shall know the Lord.”
Similar reassurance is presented by the haftorah for the second day of Shavuot, from the Prophet Habakkuk, who states (3:13, 18–19): “You (God) have come forth to deliver Your anointed, You will destroy the roof of the villain’s house, raze it from foundation to top. I will rejoice in the Lord, exult in the God who delivers me. My Lord God is my strength, who makes my feet like the deer’s, and lets me stride upon the heights.”
There is no doubt in my mind, based on our history and Torah, that after this all passes, both Israel and world Jewry will emerge stronger than ever!
Hazzan Ivor Lichterman
Remembering Our Loved Ones
For many of us, one of the most meaningful parts of our services during the High Holy Days is Yizkor on Yom Kippur. It is at that time when we turn our thoughts to our loved ones who have left this earth. We reflect upon their lives, as well as the lives of members of our congregation, and family and friends. In addition, we take the time to formally recognize the Martyrs of our people, especially the Six Million who were murdered during the Shoah, and those who gave their lives for Israel.
Each year, we print a Yizkor Book which contains the Yizkor Service, a list of the synagogue’s Memorial Plaques, and a
memorial to the Six Million and Israeli victims. Not only is this book substantial and permanent, but those who wish may take it home for use during the year.
I urge you to take advantage of this opportunity, as a way of remembering those dearest to us, and at the same time helping our congregation. An order form is printed below.
The response last year was wonderful! I hope that you will participate this year.
Shana Tova - A Blessed Year, Hazzan Ivor Lichterman
President's Message
Annual Meeting - June 9, 2024
For those of you who missed the CBI Annual Meeting, here is an edited version of my remarks.
Let’s begin with the basics. As of last month, we have 233 membership units, down from 238 this time last year. This keeps us at the larger end of what the United Synagogue calls ‘A-size’; 250 units or less. While this is good-ish news, the long-term trajectory of the entire Toledo Jewish community is not encouraging. Family sizes are shrinking as in all developed nations and many young adults choose to leave the area. Joel Beren’s piece in the Jewish News describes our situation in detail and makes an impassioned plea that we rethink how our community is organized and cooperates to face this future. Serious discussions of how we might – and I emphasize might - consolidate facilities and operations have not yet begun. I will be sure to keep you posted on any developments.
Financially we are in good shape for now. CBI is operating at a surplus through the end of April (May figures are not yet available). Our cash position is sound, but we anticipate some significant building and maintenance expenses which will eat up most, if not all of our surplus by the end of our fiscal year (July 31). The modest dues increase should allow us to operate at close to a break-even level for the next fiscal year ending 7/31/25. We must continue to be very careful with our spending. I know many members are annoyed with increasing dues and fees for programs that were once free of charge. As I have said many times, payroll, maintenance and security don’t get cheaper as our congregation shrinks.
On the positive side we got a lot done this year. A great deal of deferred maintenance has been completed. The irrigation well was cleaned, and the sprinkler system adjusted to provide more even and reliable watering. Our sacred garden is maturing beautifully. The mural has transformed the shed from an eyesore to an element of the garden design. With a generous gift from the Rosenbaum family in honor of Howard Rosenbaum, we now have proper signage on the building. After sixteen years, you finally know where you are when you get here. This is not a joke. In a recent drill, some first responders were not sure they were in the right place as they arrived.
Inside the building a serious termite infestation in the social hall wall has been eliminated and the woodwork repaired. The failing garbage disposal in the kitchen has been replaced and numerous minor plumbing repairs completed. The classroom has been outfitted with a new projector and screen, and the black-out shades are now functional. You might have noticed that the sound in the sanctuary was much improved by replacement of some failed speakers, proper adjustment of the amplifiers and provision of better microphone for the Hazzan.
Two important ‘transitional’ items are worth discussing. First, Cathy Sperling reports that the Toledo Jewish Community Cemetery Association is working to address congregational needs for intermarried couples and mixed burials other than at Eagle Point Cemetery. A committee was convened to explore these diverse needs and to eventually develop space at Beth Shalom. In consultation with USCJ and the Rabbinical Assembly, they will assure that any new section does not negate the halakhic nature of existing sections of Beth Shalom. Having sat in on several of these discussions, I can tell you this this is not simple because so many intermarriage and conversion scenarios must be anticipated.
Second, and much more exciting, we have kicked off the search for a Rabbi. I explained the reasons for the search and outlined the search process itself in the bulletin. Ian Katz, co-chair of the search committee, is here to update you on the status of the search.
One of my goals has been to improve communication and transparency in synagogue decision making. If you want to know something, ask. If you have an issue, don’t let it fester. If you have an idea, tell somebody. This reminds me of a career planning adage I used back when I actually had a job: If you DON’T tell me what your want, I CAN guarantee that you WON’T get it, but if you DO tell me what you want, I CAN’T guarantee that you WILL get it. But we can try. In closing, I would like to thank the Cantor, the board, ex-presidents, synagogue staff and many congregants for their support and advice in my first term. I look forward to another (hopefully just one more) productive term as President of CBI.
Mike Tamor, CBI President
July Special Birthdays
A Hearty Mazal Tov & Happy Birthday wishes to the following congregants on the occasion of their milestone birthdays!
Barbara Fisher July 20th 97th Birthday
Sharon Hoicowitz July 7th
Kristofer Mann July 8th
Marlene Russell July 15th
Beverly Koslen July 16th
Corey Russell July 16th
Amanda Springer July 20th
Martin Kaback July 23rd
Linda Rosenbloom July 28th
July Special Anniversaries
Ashley & Peter Hendel July 3rd 30
Rita & Norman Malkin July 19th 65
Mazal Tov to...
• Selma Master on the marriage of her grandson, Jordan Richman, to Sydney Goldberg. Proud parents are Michelle "Master" Richman and Aaron Richman.
Mazal Tov to...
• Doris & Buz Steinberg on the bar mitzvah of their grandson, Gabriel Steinberg.
Todah Rabah
KIDDUSH LUNCH SPONSORS:
Trudy & Elliot Eisenberg June 8th
In Honor of their fathers Leonard Eisenberg and Ralph Ohls
Ann & Howard Rosenberg June 22nd
In Honor of their 55th wedding anniversary
Condolences
OUR SYNAGOGUE FAMILY MOURNS THE LOSS OF MARTIN "MARTY" ROBERT DAVIS
Husband of Harriet, father of Harley (Ghanima) Davis, Cindy Robertson, Greg (Hope) Davis, and Brian (Ashlee) Davis, brother of Roz Gold, and grandfather of Gabrielle, Calypso, Quinn, Jeremy, Adam, Andy, and Mika.
HARVEY LEE "BUD" MCGREW
Husband of Barbara, father of Cindy (Greg) Conyers, Dianna (Russ) Brown, Melissa (Scott) Sikorski, Paul (Ky) McGrew, Mark (Michelle) McGrew and Stacie McGrew. He was preceded in death by son, Michael McGrew. Bud was stepfather to David (Jacki) Rosen and Maryl (Lisa) Rosen and brother of (Bill) Carolyn Mills.
May their families be comforted amongst all who mourn in Zion.
The 5785 Yizkor Book - “In Remembrance”
The “IN REMEMBRANCE” section of the Yizkor book for 5785, includes a list of names submitted by our members and friends as personal memorials. A minimum contribution of $18.00 per memorial name/per donor. Please return the form below along with your check by Thursday, August 15, 2024. If you wish to maintain your entry from last year, you need do nothing. The synagogue will bill you.
Names should be printed the way you wish them to appear in the program.
The CBI office will be CLOSED
Thursday, July 4, 2024 Independence Day
Friday, July 5, 2024 Open until Noon
Toledo Link to College:
Update
Attention College Students: The TLC program is being updated this summer and we will be sending out a survey to folks that have been receiving gift cards to get a better understanding of their needs. We have everyone's email addresses already and we will be in contact at the end of July. Students, check your email for the survey.
Memorial Plaques
A memorial plaque is a wonderful way to remember your loved ones. Plaques are cast in bronze and placed in our sanctuary. If you would like to purchase a plaque please contact the office for an order form. Cost is $500. Plaques ordered by Wednesday, July 17, 2024 will be dedicated at the Yom Kippur Yizkor Service on October 12, 2024.
Many people pre-order memorial plaques for themselves to reserve a spot next to a spouse or other family members. Prepayment for these plaques can be arranged through the CBI office 419.517.8400.
Volunteer to Help Hungry Children in Toledo
Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 3:00 - 5:00 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 July 11, 2024 to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org
Mazal Tov to...
• Andrew Russell, son of Linda Peden and Stephen Russell, grandson of Arlene & Jerry Russell, received a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington.
Celebrate �osh �hodesh �ammuz
Join the Women of CBI when we celebrate Rosh Chodesh Tammuz with a movable Garden Tour and High Tea luncheon
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We will meet at CBI and travel together to tour three beautiful gardens created by congregants. We will then return to CBI for a High Tea luncheon.
RSVP by June 26th, 2024 to Miriam Beckerman at mesb@bex.net. The registration fee for this program is $10. 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
The Tikkun Olam for this program will benefit the JFS Food Bank. Requested items are Adult Pull-Up Briefs, Shampoo & Conditioner, and packages of Toilet Paper.
Toledo Jewish Community Habitat for Humanity Build Dates
Monday, July 8, 2024
Monday, July 15, 2024
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (or earlier) at 2801 Piddock Rd., Toledo
We will be looking for up to 8 volunteers for each build date. Lunch will be provided on both dates.
Both days will be Phase II – INTERIOR FINISH:
Projects include painting walls & trim, installing vinyl plank flooring, interior doors, trim, insulating attic and crawl space, bathroom accessories, and wire shelving.
Following is the link for volunteers to sign up for July 8th and July 15th dates under the Jewish Community https://mvhabitat.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/jewishfed/
All volunteers will need to register for an account AND sign up for their volunteer date. Volunteers should prepare for a variety of possible conditions on the worksite by dressing in layers, wearing clothes they are OK with destroying, and wearing close-toed shoes. Keep in mind that the site may be extremely muddy.
Nosh & Knowledge: CBI Adult Education Series
"Stop the Bleed" Training
Sunday, July 21, 2024 10:30 AM at CBI
The Stop the Bleed program is a national public awareness campaign and training program that teaches people how to control bleeding to prevent death after injury. The program's goal is to train bystanders to take life-saving action in an emergency.
Lt. Steinman, of Sylvania Township Police, will facilitate this program to teach attendees life-saving techniques to apply to a seriously injured person at home, at work, or in our synagogue.
RSVP by Monday, July 15, 2024. Contact Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org to RSVP.
SISTERHOODS JOINT BOOK CLUBS
OF
Congregation B'nai Israel, Congregation Etz Chayim, & Congregation Shomer Emunim
The Brilliant Life of Eudora Honeysett by Annie Lyons
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 12:00 PM at Temple Shomer Emunim
It's never too late to start living. Eudora Honeysett is done with this noisy, moronic world—all of it. She has witnessed the indignities and suffering of old age and has lived a full life. At eighty-five, she isn’t going to leave things to chance. Her end will be on her terms. With one call to a clinic in Switzerland, a plan is set in motion.
Then she meets ten-year-old Rose Trewidney, a whirling, pint-sized rainbow of sparkling cheer. All Eudora wants is to be left alone to set her affairs in order. Instead, she finds herself embarking on a series of adventures with the irrepressible Rose and their affable neighbor, the recently widowed Stanley—afternoon tea, shopping sprees, trips to the beach, birthday celebrations, pizza parties.
While the trio of unlikely BFFs grow closer and anxiously await the arrival of Rose’s new baby sister, Eudora is reminded of her own childhood—of losing her father during World War II and the devastating impact it had on her entire family. In reflecting on her past, Eudora realizes she must come to terms with what lies ahead.
But now that her joy for life has been rekindled, how can she possibly say goodbye?
Discussion Leaders will be Rabbi Lisa Delson, Alice Applebaum, Elsa Leveton, Carol Richman, and Sharon Stein.
The Toledo/Lucas County Public Library has many audiobooks, hard copies, and dvd's available.
THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE WOMEN OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS
Lunch will be served. Cost is $7 per person.
RSVP to Elsa Leveton at Congregation Etz Chayim, 419.473.2401, or email elsa@etzchayimtoledo.org by July 14, 2024.
CONTRIBUTION LEVELS:
* denotes B’nai Mitzvah
$13
** denotes Chai $18
*** denotes Silver $25
**** denotes Double Chai $36
Gold Contribution
Platinum Contribution
Platinum Chai Contribution
$50
$100
$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 June 17, 2024
Building Beautification Fund
IN APPRECIATION OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAHTim Hagen, In Appreciation Richard Schroeder* IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Marty Davis Richard Schroeder*
YAHRZEIT:
- GOLD -
Jack Lane Vivian & Paul Grossman, Jill & Bill Lane
Camp Ramah Fund
IN HONOR OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Maureen & George Glasser, Special Anniversary Kathryn Linver* IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAHGordon Levine
Stan Radin
Marty Davis Kathryn Linver*
Cantor's Discretionary Fund
SPEEDY RECOVERY:
- B'NAI MITZVAHHazzan Lichterman In Appreciation & Get Well Marlene Remer*
- CHAI -
Cantor Lichterman, Continued Recovery Arlene & Jerry Russell**
- PLATINUM -
Charlotte Bauer, Speedy Recover Joe Wittenberg
IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Marty Davis
Stan Radin Jan Steinberg & Family*
June Contributions
Cantor's Discretionary Fund (cont.)
IN MEMORY OF:
- CHAI -
Stan Radin Nancy & Caren Zaft**
- SILVER -
Marty Davis Angie & Jack Katz***
Kelly & Sam Zyndorf**
- SAPPHIRE -
Harvey "Bud" McGrew
David, Jacki & Adam Rosen
YAHRZEIT:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Saul Korman Marlene Remer*
- CHAI -
Charles Rubin Marlene Russell**
Rabbi Aaron Intrater Lisa & Neal Intrater**
- SILVER -
Ida Alexander Dolores & Ken Alexander***
Joseph Beren, Beloved Father-In-Law
Dorothy J. Steinberg, Beloved Mother
Nancy R. Beren***
Molly Schall Green Jan Steinberg & Family***
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Nathan Post Sheila, Bruce, Jordon & Brynna Post****
Calvin Lieberman Karen Lieberman & Bruce Lieberman****
Howard Smith Rene & Rich Rusgo, Zoe Yaffe, & Ben Yaffee****
- GOLD -
Charlene Friedman, Beloved Mother
Julie & Bert Friedman
Harris Williams Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- CHAI-
Marty Davis Debbie & David Perlmutter**
YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Leon Williams, Beloved Grandfather
Debbie & David Perlmutter**
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Freida Williams Debbie & David Perlmutter****
Hiddur/Kiddush Fund
IN HONOR OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Rhoda Miller, Special Birthday
Shirley Tochtermann*
Phyllis Diamond, Special Birthday
Rhoda Miller*
- CHAI-
Ann & Howard Rosenberg, Special Anniversary
Karen & Curt Posner**
Hiddur/Kiddush Fund (cont.)
IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Laurence Silverman Andy & Lynette Sattler*
Harvey "Bud" McGrew
Arlene & Jerry Russell*
- DOUBLE CHAI -
David Shall Rona & Paul Rothschild****
YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Ida Walkin Saundra Yaffe**
- SILVERCharles Rubin Corey Russell***
Harry Gometz Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Marty Davis
Sharon & Beryl Ravin*
Fran & Chuck Weinblatt*
Shirley Tochtermann*
Lynne & Bob Wengrow*
Nora Romanoff & Eli Abramson*
- CHAI-
Marty Davis Arlene & Jerry Russell**
Charlotte & Allen Kominars**
Dick Greenblatt**
Joanne Rubin**
Jo-Jo & Stu Goldberg**
Jerel Hess**
Ilene Miller
Diana & Jack Lipszyc**
The Mallin Family**
Barb McGrew**
Leslie & Michael Podolsky**
Sarna & Mike Dorf**
Cathy & Steve Sperling**
Stan Radin Harriet Davis**
- SILVER -
Marty Davis Fagie Benstein***
Fran & Morrie Schlechter***
Louise Weinman***
Anne & Jeff Bauer***
Judy & Bruce Liebenthal***
Arlene & Jim Rose***
Judy & Gordon Hirsch***
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Marty Davis Rita Green & Family****
Judy & Jeff Cohen****
Nancy & Nate Danziger****
Michelle Kart****
Lisa & Barry Rosen****
Gail Cooper****
Rona & Paul Rothschild****
Harvey "Bud" McGrew
Harriet Davis****
- SILVER -
Ann & Howard Rosenberg, Special Anniversary Fagie Benstein***
- GOLD -
Ann & Howard Rosenberg, Special Anniversary
Anne & Jeff Bauer
- PLATINUM -
Marty Davis
Jan & Fred Middaugh
Amy Ravin & Eric Brown
Deborah & Kelly Randall
Cynthia & Gregory Josefowicz
Ellie Williams
Craig Cairns
Harry Gometz Fund (cont.)
IN MEMORY OF:
- PLATINUM CHAI -
Marty Davis Sally & Mark Schwartz
Bina Carr & Jamie Gloth
- SAPPHIRE -
Marty Davis Laurie Green,Bryan Frankel, Megan Russell Family, Betsy Green, Missy Nanberg, Ron Nanberg, Sydney Nanberg, Justin Nanberg Family, Meredith Smalley, Josh Smalley Family
- RUBY -
Marty Davis Betsy & Kenneth Gometz
YAHRZEIT:
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Florence Shavin Rona & Paul Rothschild****
Cal & Art Katz Sanctuary Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Marty Davis Christina & Ian Katz****
YAHRZEIT:
- SILVER -
Mollie Katz Susan & Steve Kaufman***
- GOLD -
Marlene Weisman
Ira Weisman Karen & Steve Weisman, Jan & Brad Dolgin, & David Weisman
Sherwin & Naomi Kripke Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- CHAI -
Marty Davis Stacey & Harley Kripke**
Joanne Okun
Gordon Levine Rhoda Miller**
Library Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- PLATINUM -
Marty Davis Beth Wagner, Rehmann
YAHRZEIT:
June Contributions
Marian & Stanley Oberlin Fund
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
YAHRZEIT:
Ida Schall, Beloved Mother
Susan & Alan Schall*
- GOLD -
Mildred Oberlin
Ralph Oberlin Jeff Daube & Dani, Sergio, Ryan & Andi
Michael & Renee Quiroga Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Stan Radin Diane & Jeff Goldstein*
- CHAI -
Marty Davis Steve Moskowitz**
- CHAI -
Frieda Goldman
YAHRZEIT:
Roy Goldman Ronald, Nara, Rick, & Rachel Goldman**
Religious School Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- SILVER -
Harvey "Bud" McGrew
Marty Davis Phyllis & Richard Bernstein***
YAHRZEIT:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Isadore Leibovitz Lois Levison*
Safety & Security Fund
IN HONOR OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Rhoda Miller, Special Birthday
Susan Richards*
- CHAI -
Angie & Jack Katz, Special Anniversary Jan & Tom Kasle**
IN MEMORY OF:
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Marty Davis Jan & Tom Kasle****
YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Sharon Gayle Friedes
Abe & Dorothy Steinberg SKIP Fund (c0nt.)
IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Stan Radin Doris & Buz Steinberg*
Rhoda Miller*
- CHAI -
Marty Davis Doris & Buz Steinberg**
- SILVER -
Anita Florin Doris & Buz Steinberg***
Tribute Fund
IN HONOR OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Phyllis Diamond, Special Birthday
Richard Bernstein, Special Birthday
Shirley Tochtermann*
IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Joanne Okun Arlene & Jim Rose*
Marty Davis Mark Friedman*
Harvey "Bud" McGrew
Shirley Tochtermann*
- CHAI -
Gordon Levine
Joanne Okun Kay & Ted Miller**
Harvey "Bud" McGrew
Janet Rogolsky**
Joanne Okun Cathy & Steve Sperling**
- SILVER -
Harvey "Bud" McGrew
Marlene Russell***
Stan Radin Arlene & Jim Rose***
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Marty Davis
Donna & David Allen****
Meredith, Benjy, Sasha & Ivy Swartz****
Stan Radin Gail Cooper****
- GOLD -
Harvey "Bud" McGrew
Donna & Mel Rukin
Joseph Simon
YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Julius Swolsky Sharon Phillips**
- CHAI -
Libbie Zankel Esther Kezur & Harvey Malone**
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Norman Perlmutter
Gertrude Perlmutter Debbie & David Perlmutter****
Lily E. Baron Fund
YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Harry Baron, Beloved Grandfather
Samuel Brassloff Debbie & David Perlmutter**
- SILVER -
Sheldon Cousins Beckie & Barry Cousins***
Lori & David Friedes**
Seymour Cohen Sandy & Chuck Traugott**
David Scheer Kathy & Marvin Scheer**
- PLATINUM -
Ervine Frankel, Beloved Mother
Barbara Frankel-Wexler, Mark Wexler, Bryan & Andrea
Abe & Dorothy Steinberg SKIP Fund
IN HONOR OF:
- CHAI -
Doris & Buz Steinberg, grandson Gabriel's Bar
Mitzvah Betty Goldstein**
Nancy & Nate Danziger, CBI Minyan Award
Doris & Buz Steinberg**
Leo Tauber The Tauber & Aiken Families**
Howard Erd Bobbi & Ron Erd**
Peter Traugott Sandy & Chuck Traugott**
- SILVER -
Edward Sperling Cathy & Steve Sperling***
- GOLD -
Ervine Frankel Niki & Jonathan Frankel
- PLATINUM -
Henry Zyndorf Naomi & Sol Zyndorf
Wasserstrom Chapel Fund
YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Jean Mann Jan Schott**
July Yahrzeits
1 Sivan 25 Bess Siegel
2 Sivan 26 Alex Cohen, David Eber, Michael Hoffman, Barry Morse, Leona Perelman
3 Sivan 27 Mildred Gerbie, Harry Kapelmaister, Ira Weisman
4 Sivan 28 Betty Forman, Harris Friedman
5 Sivan 29 Jerold Gold, Rose Karp, Milford Romanoff, Sam Rubin, Sigmund Wiegler
6 Sivan 30 Karen Alexander, James M. Goldman, Sanford I. Silverman
7 Tammuz 1 Mildred Oberlin, Jacob Sack, Bessie Scheer
8 Tammuz 2 Harry Borenstein, Harry Fradkin , Sylvia Karp, Samuel Katz, Richard Lazar, Harold S. Siegel, Beatrice Gisser
9 Tammuz 3 Susan Albert, Miriam Cohen, Donald Connor, Betty Goldman, Nathan Karp, Reuben Wolkoff, Libbie Zankel
10 Tammuz 4 Evelyn Auslander, Edsel Benstein, Zella Stahl
11 Tammuz 5 Pearl Mannison, Thelma Meyer, Raphael Teitlebaum, Isadore Weinstein
12 Tammuz 6 Mary Topper
13 Tammuz 7 Gertrude Perlmutter, Arnold Remer
14 Tammuz 8 Rosalind Levison, Nettie Nistel, Ida Schall, Shirley Solomon
15 Tammuz 9 Bertha Schreiber, Irving Shyavitz, Eva Wengrow
16 Tammuz 10 Rose Baker, Robert Issacson, Harry Rosen, Howard Smith, A.H. Steinberg
17 Tammuz 11 Sharron Abramson, Raymond Duckworth, Saul Feilhardt, Mollie Kornblet, Rebecca Shopneck
18 Tammuz 12 Solomon Cohn, Jacob Leizerman, Max Newmark, Philip Rogolsky, Sylvia Rosenberg, Peter Traugott, Ida B. Walkin
19 Tammuz 13 Ellen Adler, Hy Burack, Minnie Goldstein, Sydney P. Green, Henry C. Greenberg
20 Tammuz 14 Bessie Goodman, Robin Elin Greenberg, Hildegarde Saxon, Florence Shavin
21 Tammuz 15 Sarah Arkin, Charles Perlman, Pearl Goodman Taylor
22 Tammuz 16 Murray Garfinkel, Dorothy Kahn, David Scheer, Jerry Moskowitz
23 Tammuz 17 Pauline Baron, Bessie Friedman, Joan Hittleman, Calvin Lieberman, Carol Sacks, Morris Sherman
24 Tammuz 18 Abraham Goodman, Norman Gudelman, Bertha Katz, Joseph Klein, Max Sherman
25 Tammuz 19 Boris Karasik, Carmen Quiroga, Jack Radin, Edward Sperling, Miriam Lichterman
26 Tammuz 20 Sarah Ann Anchel, Joseph Beren, Dorothy Gluck, Eva Jacobs, David Katz, Rose Levin, Donald Navis
27 Tammuz 21 Edward Cohen, Mariya Meylakhov, Barney Romanoff, Zwi Taub
28 Tammuz 22 Mindel Cusnir, Rabbi Michael Lichtenstein, Lewis Malkin, Martha Waldman, Lois Wexler
29 Tammuz 23 Claire Glasser, Julius Jacobs, Yetta Katcher, Mollie Katz, Adolph Wiegler
30 Tammuz 24 Jennie Fruchtman, Jean Mann, Ruth Robbins, Hyman Shopneck
31 Tammuz 25 Bess Albert, Myron Edelstein, Irving Michaels
PLEASE LET US KNOW
If you or someone you know is 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.
CONTRIBUTE ONLINE
If you would like to make a contribution to CBI and are unable to call during business hours, you can make your contribution on our website: cbitoledo.org. Click the "Contributions" tab on the navigation bar and follow the prompts for Online Contributions. For any questions, contact the office at 419.517.8400.
CBI Weekly Services Schedule
Mon. & Thurs. Morning Minyan 8:00 AM - In Person/Zoom
Monday ~ Thursday Evening Minyan & Friday Evening Kabbalat Shabbat 5:45 PM - 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.
CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL
STAFF
Ivor Lichterman Hazzan ilichterman@cbitoledo.org
Gabrielle Mallin Administrator gmallin@cbitoledo.org
Kim Brody Education & Program Coord. kbrody@cbitoledo.org
Rhoda Miller Membership Coordinator rmiller@cbitoledo.org
Karen McQuade Kitchen Supervisor
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
President Mike Tamor
VP of Administration Kris Mann
VP of Ritual Affairs Howard Moskowitz
VP of Youth Activities Josh Sherman
Secretary Paul Causman
Treasurer Dick Greenblatt
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Elliot Eisenberg Tom Kasle
Dale Levy Josh Leizerman
Mike Mallin Fran Weinblatt
Jim Wilson Dena Zack
PAST PRESIDENT
Corey Russell
HONORARY BOARD TRUSTEES
Phyllis Diamond Chuck Traugott
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 the "Live Stream" tab.
• 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.
CBI Office Hours
Mon. - Fri. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Saturdays CLOSED
*Sundays 9:30 AM - 11:30 PM
*whenReligiousSchoolclassesareheld inthebuilding(seethemonthlycalendar)
6525 Sylvania Ave
Sylvania OH 43560
Address Service Requested
CBI 2024/5784 Annual Meeting, Sunday, June 9, 2024
See President, Mike Tamor's remarks on page 3
Cantor Lichterman recites the Invocation to kick off the meeting
President, Mike Tamor, delivers the "State of the Congregation" update
Former Board VP, Ian Katz, updates the attendees about the Rabbi search
Ann Rosenberg, Women of CBI representative, displays the final High Holiday Torah mantle (purchased by WCBI) that completes the set.
2024 Congregation B'nai Israel Award Winners
Congregants of the Year
Ann Rosenberg & Anne Bauer (not pictured)
Board Member of the Year Howard Moskowitz
Sam Schwartz Minyan Award Nancy & Nate Danziger Special Recognition President's Award Cathy Sperling Special Recognition Golden Envelope Award Jerry Russell