157 Years of Consecrated Service to God, Torah & Israel A Congregation Affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism
Selichot
Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 7:00 PM In-Person/Live Stream
Join us for a meaningful introduction to the High Holy Days
7:00 PM: Mincha ~ Third Meal & Dessert Reception ~ High Holiday Drash by Hazzan Lichterman
8:00 PM: Maariv & Havdalah
8:30 PM: Torah Mantle Ceremony
9:00 PM: Selichot Service
During the Selichot Service, Hazzan Lichterman will take us through the penitential prayers of the High Holidays.
NO COST for CBI members, however voluntary donations would be appreciated. Please let us know if you would like to donate when you make your reservation.
RSVP to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org or call the office at 419.517.8400 by Tuesday, September 24, 2024.
SELICHOT PROGRAM & SERVICE front page
NOTES FROM THE HAZZAN page 2
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE page 3
CONGREGATIONAL NEWS page 4-5
CBI MEMBERS RECOGNIZED BY JEWISH FEDERATION OF TOLEDO page 4
A SPECIAL MAZAL TOV TO DEVORAH SHULAMIT page 5
WCBI ROSH CHODESH ELUL DINNER & PROGRAM page 6
PARASHAT HASHAVUAH RETURNS page 6
ADULT ED WITH DR. DALE LEVY page 6
WCBI BOOK CLUB page 6
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL & YOUTH ACTIVITIES page 7
5785/2024 HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICES page 8
5785/2024 HIGH HOLIDAY EVENTS: SUKKAH BUILD TASHLICH KEVER AVOT
JUNIOR CONGREGATION BREAK THE FAST SUKKOT DINNER SIMCHAT TORAH CELEBRATION page 9-10
AUGUST CONTRIBUTIONS page 11-12
SEPTEMBER YAHRZEITS page 13
SEPTEMBER 2024 CALENDAR page 15
Notes from the Hazzan
A Formula for Life
For the past several months, I have been unable to attend our daily minyan, except on rare occasions, due to ongoing medical issues. I miss the minyan greatly. I consider it a life’s blood of our congregation, CBI’s daily minyan being the only daily services available for miles around. I take pride in the fact that lately our minyan has undergone somewhat of a revival, seldom lacking a quorum of at least ten, whether in person on Monday and Thursday mornings, or otherwise on Zoom.
The preferred mode of praying in our tradition is with a minyan, the advantages of which are selfevident. When praying in private we must omit certain crucial prayers like Barchu, the Kedusha in the Amidah, Kaddish etc. Praying with a minyan provides an ambience of community sharing that can be a powerful experience. Just ask those who attend regularly.
On the other hand, being confined to davening and praying at home in private, has also afforded me an opportunity for a rather different and more immersive prayer reflection. Without external stimuli that the group minyan provides, I find myself meditating and focusing on prayers I otherwise would have previously overlooked or simply skimmed over.
One such prayer is recited while putting on tefilin in the morning. So rare is it, that it has been omitted from the Conservative prayer book. It was taught to me by my late father when I was 12 and first learning to lay tefilin and associated prayers. Having learnt it by heart as a young lad, it has remained ingrained into my psyche ever since. I feel its content bears sharing and highlighting, and davening at home gave me a refreshed approach to this otherwise obscure prayer.
The prayer contains six references to human traits attributed to God. We pray for God to share these as blessings upon us as well. They are, in sequence -
– chochmah, binah, chesed, gevurah, tov, potech et yadecha , translated as - wisdom, understanding, kindness, bravery, goodness, an open hand. Following is my own free translation of the full prayer, based on the Artscroll Siddur (p9):
From Your wisdom , O supreme God, may You imbue me; From Your understanding make me understand; O share Your kindness abundantly with me; With Your bravery may You defeat my enemies and those who rise against me; O pour out Your goodly oil upon the seven arms of the menorah, so that Your goodness will influence humanity for good; influence
Open Your hand and satisfy the needs of every living being.
(This last line is a quote from Psalm 145:16 – the Ashrei) from Psalm 145:16 – the Ashrei)
I believe this much overlooked paragraph is an excellent Judaic formula for living our lives. It bears contemplation and application, as we approach these upcoming High Holidays.
May we all be blessed with these six attributes and thereby enjoy a shana tova, a wonderful new year!
Hazzan Ivor Lichterman
WE NEED YOUR PHONE NUMBER...
If you have disconnected your home land line please call the office with your current cell phone number. Thank you!
YAHRZEIT NOTICES...
If you are not receiving a yahrzeit notice for a friend or relative and would like one sent annually, please call the office. We will need the English date of death.
Beware the Ninth of Av … and Amateur Historians
Last month we observed Tisha B’av, the end of three weeks of mourning for the destruction of both the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem. The Book of Lamentations emphasizes that in both cases the city had sinned and so brought destruction on itself. Regarding the Second Temple, we usually tell a very simple story that a Jewish rebellion against Roman tyranny was put down by massive military force and ended with the razing of the entire structure. Like all things historical, the story is far more complex, and even more depressing.
Judea and Galilea rose up against Roman tyranny in 68 CE. Having momentarily expelled (read: massacred) the occupiers, the various Jewish sects immediately set on one another. The provisional government was falsely accused of collaborating with Rome and was overthrown by Zealots irreconcilably opposed to any government other than that of G-d. Twelve thousand Jews were murdered by their fellows. As the Roman army sent to put down the rebellion drew near, a second army of Zealots retreated into the city and promptly set out to overthrow the first. This civil war only ended when the Roman siege closed around the walls of Jerusalem … at which point the Zealots burned the city’s food supply to end any hope of reconciliation with Rome. When the Romans broke through seven months later, a half million starving Jews were killed or enslaved, and Temple Mount was leveled.
It is likely, but not certain that the Roman Empire, at the peak of its power, would have prevailed in any case. What is certain is that the Jews made things much worse for themselves. The parallels to the challenges Jews, and indeed all people face in Israel, America and around the world are striking. As we approach the Days of Awe and Yom Kippur, we ponder how we can make ourselves better people and the world a better place. We might well consider what the disaster of Ninth of Av teaches about the importance of compromise, unity and compassion, as well as the dangers of fanaticism and misinformation.
On a brighter note, despite the horrors and challenges of the past year, Israel and the Jews are still here, and we are here to stay. With that, Helen and I would like to wish the entire CBI family a safe, healthy and prosperous new year. L’shanah Tova!
Mike Tamor, CBI President
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.
HONORS FOR SHABBAT MORNING SERVICES
Being called to the bimah is a great way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or other occasion. If you are observing a yahrzeit and would like an aliyah, please let the office know by Thursday of that week by calling (419) 517-8400. This insures your name is included in the weekly Torah Guide. If that is not possible, please find our gabbai, Jack Katz, at services on Saturday morning.
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.
CHESED MEALS
If you are aware of a congregant who is ill and in need of short term meal assistance, please contact Cantor Lichterman by email at ilichterman@cbitoledo.org. 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.
September Special Birthdays
A Hearty Mazal Tov & Happy Birthday wishes to the following congregants on the occasion of their milestone birthdays!
Zale Kohler September 23rd 90 t h Birthday
James Swartz September 6th 6th
Todah Rabah
TO OUR KIDDUSH LUNCH SPONSORS:
Dale & Karen Levy
August 17
In Memory of Sandra Levy, mother of Dale Levy
Linda & Howard Moskowitz
August 24
In Honor of their 55th Wedding Anniversary
Christina & Ian Katz
August 31
In Honor of the Auf Ruf of Christina & Ian Katz
A Special Yasher Koach & Thank You
TO THOSE WHO FILLED IN WHILE THE HAZZAN WAS ON MANDATORY VOCAL REST
Miriam Beckerman, Paul Causman, Adam Davis, Andy Davis, Ellen Federman, David Friedes, Sue Ann Hochberg, Jack Katz, Dale Levy, Howard Moskowitz, Ann & Howard Rosenberg, Judy & David Weinberg, Charles Wittenberg
Mazal Tov to...
• Irina Zaurov for winning the "Best Director" award at the OCTA Jr. Regional Competition (Ohio Community Theater Association) for her stage direction of the show "the Prom" at The Toledo Repertoire Theatre.
• Baylee Mallin, daughter of Gabi & Mike Mallin, for winning the "Outstanding Musical Theatre Performance" at OCTA Jr. as Dee Dee in The Toledo Repertoire Theatre production of "the Prom".
• Dr. Blair Grubb for being one of 21 recipients of the 2024 Awards for Creative and Scholarly Activity from the University of Toledo. He was recognized for 20 peer-reviewed articles written on pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of disorders of the autonomic nervous system.
5785 Kol Nidre Appeal
Please watch your mailbox for the 5785 Kol Nidre Appeal donation envelopes. We thank you in advance for your support of Congregation B'nai Israel.
CBI Members Recognized at Federation Annual Meeting
On Tuesday evening, August 6, 2024 the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo held their Annual Meeting. Five CBI members were recognized with special awards. On behalf of all CBI members, we wish a hearty Mazal Tov to the award recipients!
JOYCE MORAN
Joyce received the Nancy Newbury Spirit of Jewish Family Service Award
Each year, in its role as the social services and safety net for Toledo’s Jewish community, Jewish Family Service recognizes a volunteer who embodies the spirit and compassion of the JFS mission.
KEN BROCHIN
Ken received the Marjorie Siegel Jewish Communal Service Award of Excellence
Established to recognize an outstanding Jewish communal employee or volunteer for their leadership in promoting Jewish values and improving Jewish life, the award acknowledges valuable contributions of the recipient and the deep appreciation of the Board of Directors and staff of Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo.
LOIS LEVISON & SUSAN RICHARDS
Lois and Susan received the Shining Light Award
Created in 2019 to recognize outstanding community volunteers who find meaning and reward in giving of their time and energy for the greater good of the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo.
HANNAH CHERNOW
Hannah received the Young Volunteers Award
Established in 1999, the High School Leadership Award recognizes exceptional high school students from each local synagogue, the local BBYO chapter, and Friendship Circle.
A Special Mazal Tov to...
Devorah Shulamit
Congregation B’nai Israel is proud to congratulate Devorah Shulamit on chairing the 35th Annual Interfaith Blood Drive (the oldest ongoing Interfaith blood drive in the nation and beyond) and Gala which she has chaired since its inception. The event took place on June 29th and 30th at Grace Lutheran Church. Through her dedication and hard work fifty-five units of blood were donated this year. Each unit can save the lives of three people.
Having needed blood at one point in her life she waited two weeks until blood could be found due to a shortage at that time. She realized the importance of helping so that others do not have to deal with the same situation.
The blood drive is organized each year by Devorah and a team of volunteers; no one is paid except the workers from Red Cross. Although there used to be a two-day drive (which many Jewish people preferred), Red Cross will no longer have a drive on a Sunday.
On Sunday, June 30th, the Gala was held. Devorah was instrumental in soliciting food from a wide variety of food vendors and congregations, all of whom donated their food so that dinner could be served to one hundred attendees at no cost. There were foods from six different ethnicities. Attendees shared tables with those of other religious groups and the discussions were very pleasant and meaningful. All leftover food was donated to St. Paul’s Community Center.
Following dinner everyone moved to the church sanctuary. Here participants from eleven religious groups sang, danced, chanted, played instruments, and offered prayers to those who attended. The Gospel Choir really had the place enlivened at the end of the evening!
Devorah has a background as a nurse, a licensed social worker, and a counselor. She has represented the Jewish community at a multi-faith service each month for the last few years. She was also instrumental in obtaining sponsors, having a peace pole created and installed on the Federation/JCC/YMCA grounds. She is truly a treasure for our community!
CBI Office HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
Mon. Sept. 2 Closed Labor Day Labor
Wed. Oct. 2 Closed at 12pm Erev Rosh Hashanah
Thu. Oct. 3 Closed Rosh Hashanah - Day 1
Fri. Oct. 4 Closed Rosh Hashanah - Day 2
Mazal Tov to...
• Diane & Jim Perlman on the birth of their grandson, Jett James. Proud parents are Hillary & Brandon Bursztynski.
Gold Contribution to the Hiddur Fund from Mary Bilyeu
"In Appreciation of Hazzan Ivor Lichterman, Fagie Benstein, and Judy Weinberg, for their dedication as teachers and for serving as Bet Din; Christina Katz, who welcomed our class to her home for immersion into the mikveh; my fellow conversion classmates, Kennedy Newell and Lizzie Zura; Gabi Mallin and Rhoda Miller, who helped to coordinate our conversion ceremony and reception; Esther Kezur and Harvey Malone, for sponsoring kiddush in honor of our conversion; and all of Congregation B'nai Israel for always being so heimish."
Lulav & Etrog Set with Hoshanoth
If you wish to purchase a set for Sukkot, please call the office at (419) 517-8400 or email gmallin@cbitoledo.org by Friday, September 20, 2024.
ORDER YOURS NOW Price: $60 per set
If you or a member of your family would like to be a part of High Holiday services, please email Howard Moskowitz at dochjm@aol.com. If you participated in services last year, you will be contacted to confirm your participation this year.
Choose from:
• Chanting from the Torah
• Chanting the Haftarah •
• English or Hebrew Reading • Carry, lift, or dress the Torah lift, or dress the Torah
• Open/Close the Ark
• Usher... and more!
Celebrate �osh �hodesh �LUL
"Creative Ideas for Preparing Ourselves for the Fall Holidays"
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Join us as we enjoy dinner together and then get creative making decorations for the CBI Sukkah.
RSVP by August 28th, 2024 to Judy Weinberg at judyweinberg@buckeye-express.com. The registration fee for this program is $15 and includes dinner. Please make your checks payable to "Women of CBI" and mail to Judy Weinberg, 3436 Goddard Road, Toledo 43606.
If transportation is needed, please let us know when you RSVP.
OPEN TO THE WOMEN OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS
The Tikkun Olam for this program will be cash donations to benefit The Ability Center.
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 at 11 AM -12 PM In-Person at CBI September 6,13, 20, 27, 2024 NO REGISTRATION NEEDED
Nosh & Knowledge: CBI Adult Ed Series
"What Do We Mean by Spirituality?" with speaker, Dr. Dale Levy
Sunday, September 22, 2024 10:30 AM
Many people have a poorly defined notion of spirituality. This may be related to when our formal religious education ended (e.g. at B'nai Mitzvah) or perhaps related to never really taking the time to learn about it. Some people describe a spiritual experience they have had, yet still can't say what Spirituality is.
During this program, we will try to develop a more mature concept of Spirituality through studying texts in Tanach and the Siddur. The program will be interactive with participation from those attending.
Contact Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org to RSVP.
WCBI BOOK CLUB: September Selection The Thread Collectors by Shaunna J. Edwards & Alyson Richman Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 10:30 AM at CBI
1863: In a small Creole cottage in New Orleans, an ingenious young Black woman named Stella embroiders intricate maps on repurposed cloth to help enslaved men flee and join the Union Army. Bound to a man who would kill her if he knew of her clandestine activities, Stella has to hide not only her efforts but her love for William, a Black soldier and a brilliant musician. Meanwhile, in New York City, a Jewish woman stitches a quilt for her husband, who is stationed in Louisiana with the Union Army. Between abolitionist meetings, Lily rolls bandages and crafts quilts with her sewing circle for other soldiers, too, hoping for their safe return home. But when months go by without word from her husband, Lily resolves to make the perilous journey South to search for him. As these two women risk everything for love and freedom during the brutal Civil War, their paths converge in New Orleans, where an unexpected encounter leads them to discover that even the most delicate threads have the capacity to save us. Loosely inspired by the authors' family histories, this stunning novel will stay with readers for a long time.
Debbie Perlmutter will be the discussion leader for this book club meeting. RSVP to Ellen Federman at efederman@ sbcglobal.net by Sunday, September 22, 2024.
Notes from our Principal Volunteer to Help Hungry Children in Toledo
Thursday, September 12, 2024 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 Sept. 5, 2024 to Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org
The High Holidays are Right Around the Corner
Sautter's Market Kosher Food ordering schedule has changed to every two weeks.
If you are need of kosher food for the High Holidays such as brisket, chicken, raisin challah etc., place your order BEFORE Monday, September 9th as the order will be placed on that day to deliver on September 20th.
To place your order, call Sautter's Market in Sylvania at 419-885-3505. For a meat order, call the meat department and ask for Kim. Contact the bakery for raisin challah or other holiday baked goods.
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.
SNOW BIRDS…...
Let us know when you will be leaving the Toledo area so that we can ensure you receive your bulletins without interruption. Please call the office at 419.517.8400.
We hope you are all having a terrific summer and gearing up for the new school year! David S. Stone Religious School is scheduled to begin on Sunday, September 8th. Our Religious School Families are invited to join us for a welcome back breakfast from 9:30-10:00 on September 8th.
Please check your email soon for Religious school forms. We are looking forward to seeing everyone soon!
Kim Brody, Principal, David S. Stone Religious School
David S. Stone Religious School September 2024 Calendar
September
Sun. 9/8 FIRST DAY: Rel. School 9:30 -11:30 AM Family Breakfast 9:30-10:00 AM
Wed. 9/11 Hebrew School 4:15-5:45 PM Sun. 9/15 Religious School - 9:30 -11:30 AM Wed. 9/18 Hebrew School 4:15-5:45 PM Sun. 9/22 Religious School - 9:30 -11:30 AM Wed. 9/25 Hebrew School 4:15-5:45 PM Sun. 9/29 Religious School - 9:30 -11:30 AM
HELP SUPPORT OUR BITUSY & KADIMA KIDS FUTURE ISRAEL TRIP FUNDRAISING EFFORTS
HIRE A MENSCH
• Yard Cleanup
• Garage Cleanup
• Moving items to Attic or Basement
• Computer Help
• Silver Polishing and much more!
Contact Kim Brody at Kbrody@cbitoledo.org to hire a Mensch for household tasks.
High Holiday Services 5785 - September/October 2024
We warmly welcome back Rabbi Elliot Gertel to partner with Cantor Lichterman at High Holiday Services
SAT SEPT 28
9:30 AM Shabbat Morning Service Shabbat - In Person/Live Stream
12:45 PM Shabbat Mincha Service - In Person
7:00 PM SELICHOT Third Meal, Havdalah, Torah Mantle Ceremony, & Service - In Person/Live Stream
WED OCT 2
EREV ROSH HASHANAH
5:45 PM Evening Service - In Person/Live Stream
6:56 PM Light Holiday Candles
THU OCT 3
ROSH HASHANAH DAY 1
8:30 AM Morning Service - In Person/Live Stream
10:30 AM Jr. Congregation - In Person
5:45 PM Evening Service - In Person/Zoom
7:53 PM Light Candles from Pre-Existing Flame
FRI OCT 4 ROSH HASHANAH DAY 2/KABBALAT SHABBAT
8:30 AM Morning Service - In Person/Live Stream
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
6:52 PM Light Candles from Pre-Existing Flame
SAT OCT 5
SHABBAT SHUVAH
9:30 AM Shabbat Services - In Person/Live Stream
12:45 PM Shabbat Mincha Service - In Person
7:50 PM Shabbat Ends
SUN OCT 6 FAST OF GEDALIA
9:30 AM Morning Service - In Person/Zoom
8:30 AM SUKKAH BUILD
10:00 AM TASHLICH @ JCC Lake (weather permitting - bring bread)
11:00 AM KEVER AVOT - meet at Cemetery (graveside weather permitting, otherwise in the cemetery Chapel) in the
MON OCT 7
8:00 AM Morning Service - In Person/Zoom
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
TUE OCT 8 & WED OCT 9
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
THU OCT 10
8:00 AM Morning Service - In Person/Zoom
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
FRI OCT 11
EREV YOM KIPPUR
6:30 PM KOL NIDRE - in Person/Live Stream
6:41 PM Light Shabbat/Holiday Candles (candles in lobby)
SAT OCT 12 YOM KIPPUR
9:00 AM Morning Service - In Person/Live Stream
10:45 AM Jr. Congregation Congregation- In Person
11:00 AM YIZKOR - In Person/Live Stream
4:30 PM Mincha/N’ilah Service - In Person/Live Stream
7:39 PM Shabbat/Holiday Ends
7:30 PM BREAK THE FAST AT CBI
SUN OCT 13
8:30 AM SUKKAH BUILD - Rain date
9:30 AM Morning Service - In Person/Zoom
MON OCT 14
8:00 AM Morning Service - In Person/Zoom
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
TUE OCT 15
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
WED OCT 16 EREV SUKKOT
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
6:33 PM Light Holiday Candles
THU OCT 17 SUKKOT DAY 1
9:30 AM Morning Service - In Person/Live Stream (Kiddush in the Sukkah)
5:45 PM Evening Service - In Person/Live Stream (Kiddush in the Sukkah)
7:31 PM Light Candles from Pre-Existing Flame
FRI OCT 18
SUKKOT DAY 2/KABBALAT SHABBAT
9:30 AM Morning Service - In Person/Live Stream (Kiddush in the Sukkah)
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
6:30 PM Light Shabbat Candles Shabbat Candles
SAT OCT 19 SHABBAT/CHOL HAMOED SUKKOT
9:30 AM Shabbat & Holiday Morning Service Shabbat & - In Person/Live Stream (Kiddush in the Sukkah)
7:28 PM Shabbat Ends
SUN OCT 20 CHOL HAMOED SUKKOT
9:30 AM Morning Service - In Person/Zoom
5:00 PM SUKKOT DINNER (Service begins at 5:00 PM - In Person/Live Stream)
MON OCT 21 CHOL HAMOED SUKKOT
8:00 AM Morning Service - In Person/Zoom (Breakfast in the Sukkah)
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
TUE OCT 22 CHOL HAMOED SUKKOT
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
WED OCT 23 HOSHANA RABBAH/ EREV SHEMINI ATZERET
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
6:23 PM Light Holiday Candles
THU OCT 24 SHEMINI ATZERET
9:30 AM Holiday Morning Service - In Person/Live Stream (Kiddush in the Social Hall)
11:00 AM YIZKOR - in Person/Live Stream
5:45 PM SIMCHAT TORAH CELEBRATION & DESSERT - In Person/Live Stream (Service begins at 5:45 PM - In Person/Live Stream)
7:21 PM Light Candles from Pre-Existing Flame
FRI OCT 25 SIMCHAT TORAH/KABBALAT SHABBAT
9:30 AM Morning Service - in Person/Live Stream (Kiddush in the Social Hall)
5:45 PM Evening Service - Zoom
6:20 PM Light Shabbat Candles Shabbat Candles
Help Build the CBI Sukkah Build
Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 8:30 AM
Rain date: Sun., Oct. 13, 2023 at 8:30 AM
We will be constructing the new, larger sukkah purchased last year. Please bring a ladder if you are able. We will let you know if any other tools are needed.
To volunteer, contact Mike Mallin by calling 440-821-4526 or email mmallin61@gmail.com.
High Holiday Services
Junior Congregation
Rosh Hashanah Day 1
Thursday October 3, 2024 at 10:30 AM
Yom Kippur
Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 at 10:45 AM
CBI will provide Rosh Hashanah services and Yom Kippur services for our younger congregants. All activities will be age appropriate for Pre-K through 6th grade.
Sunday, October 6, 2024 at the JCC Lake at 10:00 AM Tashlich
On or before Rosh Hashanah it is tradition to go to a river or spring (preferably one that has fish in it) and recite special penitential prayers. Tossing bread crumbs in the water is symbolic of casting away our sins and starting a new year with a clean slate.
Bring your own bread and meet us at the lake behind the campus.
Kever Avot
Sunday, October 6, 2024
11:00 AM at Beth Shalom Cemetery
Kever Avot, the tradition of visiting the graves of our parents and loved ones between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, can evoke a wealth of emotions and memories.
We will meet at Beth Shalom Cemetery (420 Otter Creek Road, Oregon, Ohio) where Hazzan Lichterman will assist those wanting special memorial prayers recited at the graves of their loved ones. If there is inclement weather, we will meet in the Chapel followed by Hazzan Lichterman visiting individual graves at the cemetery.
Call the office to register for our High Holiday Jr. Congregation at 419-517-8400 or email kbrody@cbitoledo.org.
PLEASE RSVP IF YOUR CHILD WILL BE ATTENDING
High Holiday Babysitting
BABYSITTING will be available for children up to 5 years of age during High Holiday Services (Rosh Hashanah Day 1 & Yom Kippur) from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER FOR BABYSITTING
Rosh Hashanah Day 1, October 3, 2024
Yom Kippur, Oct. 12, 2024
Cost is $5 per child per service
Call the office to register 419-517-8400 or email kbrody@cbitoledo.org.
SHARE YOUR SIMCHA…
if you have a simcha or special news that you would like to share with our congregation, we will happily post details in the CBI bulletin, if space allows. Deadline is the 15th of the month.
Yom
Kippur Break the Fast at Congregation B'nai Israel
Saturday, October 12, 2024 at CBI
Break the Fast immediately following N'ilah service at approximately 7:30 PM $20 per person
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 7 , 2024
RSVP by calling the office at 419-517-8400 or email Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org.
Last-minute cancellations or no-shows will be charged for the event if the office is not notified 48 hours before the event.
THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP
Simchat Torah Celebration & Dessert In-Person & Live Stream
Fri., October 25, 2024 at CBI
Simchat Torah Services & Hakafot to follow
NO COST, however voluntary donations would be appreciated. Please let us know when you make your resrvation.
Join us in the sanctuary and social hall where we will sing festive songs, dance with the Torah, drink a l'chaim, wave our flags, show off our craziest hats, and unroll the entire Torah scroll. Our Religious School students will also be invited to participate in hakafot. We will also enjoy a delicious ice cream bar.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY MONDAY, OCT. 21, 2024
RSVP by calling the office at 419-517-8400 or email Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org.
THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP
JOIN US FOR A FESTIVE
Sukkot Dinner at CBI
Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 5:00 PM Dinner in Sukkah, then Services to follow
$15 per person
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BY MONDAY, OCT. 14, 2024
We hope that you will attend this meaningful and fun Sukkot dinner outside in the CBI Sukkah, decorated by our Religious School children and Women of CBI. As we enjoy our delicious pasta meal, Cantor Lichterman will discuss the "Ushpizin", otherwise known as the supernatural guests that visit during this festival holiday.
THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO THE MEMBERS OF ALL LOCAL CONGREGATIONS WITH RSVP
RSVP by calling the office at 419-517-8400 or email Kim Brody at kbrody@cbitoledo.org.
Last-minute cancellations or no-shows will be charged for the event if the office is not notified at least 48 hours before the event.
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 August 15, 2024
Building Beautification Fund
YAHRZEIT:
- B'NAI MITZVAHJames Schroeder Richard Schroeder*
- SILVERBela Lipszyc Jacob Lipszyc***
Camp Ramah Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAHTina Stone Kathryn Linver* Kathryn
Cantor's Discretionary Fund
- SAPPHIRE -
IN APPRECIATION:
In Appreciation of Cantor Lichterman for facilitating the Bar Mitzvah of Harrison Prater Anne & Jeff Bauer Anne & Bauer
SPEEDY RECOVERY:
- B'NAI MITZVAHCantor Lichterman, Speedy Recovery Jo-Jo and Stu Goldberg*
- CHAI -
Cantor Lichterman, Speedy Recovery Hope, Greg, Jeremy, Adam, & Adam Davis** &
- GOLD -
Cantor Lichterman, Speedy Recovery Dolores & Ken Alexander
IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAHStanley Radin Bonnie Ross & Dick Herman*
Leonard Garber Amy & Barry Nistel*
- GOLD -
Marty Davis Steve Rosenbaum & Family &
- PLATINUM -
Marty Davis Teri Goralski & Bobbye Shall
Cantor's Discretionary Fund (cont.)
YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Harry Garfinkel Harriet Lacker**
- SILVER -
Lynn Friedman Pam & Peter Dewitz***
- PLATINUM -
Manuel Ganch Barrie Ganch Galvin & Daniel Galvin
Harry Gometz Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- CHAI-
Leonard Garber Harriet Davis**
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Marty Davis Vicki & Ed Aqua**** Vicki & Ed
- GOLD -
Marty Davis Roanne & Lannie Katzman
- PLATINUM -
Marty Davis Helen Kerper
- DOUBLE PLATINUM CHAI -
Marty Davis Nadya Swedan
- CHAI -
David A. Fettman
YAHRZEIT:
Harry Gometz Hope, Greg, Jeremy, Adam, & Andy Davis** &
Herman Goldhammer Harriet Davis**
- SILVERDeann Shapiro Roanne & Lannie Katzman***
- GOLD -
Leona Soldinger Roanne & Lannie Katzman
Harry Gometz Harriet Davis
Hiddur/Kiddush Fund
IN HONOR OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Diane & Jim Perlman, birth of new grandson Fran & Chuck Weinblatt*
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Ann & Howard Rosenberg, Special Anniversary Cathy & Michael Gordon**** IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Marty Davis Judy & Joel Scheinbach*
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Leonard Garber Cathy & Michael Gordon****
YAHRZEIT:
- SILVER -
Henrietta Rosenberg Ann & Howard Rosenberg***
- GOLD -
Max Sherman Esther & Barry Sherman Esther
- PLATINUM -
Sylvia Rosenberg Linda & Howard Moskowitz
Mervyn Russell, Beloved Father Corey Russell
Cal & Art Katz Sanctuary Fund IN HONOR OF:
- SILVERMaureen & George Glasser, Special Anniversary
Susan & Steve Kaufman***
YAHRZEIT:
- SILVERE. Mitchell Kaufman Susan & Steve Kaufman*** Susan &
- GOLD -
Anne Walker
Julius Walker Barbara & Marv Walker
Sherwin & Naomi Kripke Fund IN HONOR OF:
- PLATINUMWedding of Alison Sherman & Bryan Ehrens
Melissa & Sam Steinberg IN MEMORY OF:
- CHAI -
Tina Stone Rhoda Miller** Rhoda
- PLATINUMLarry Kripke David Kaldor
YAHRZEIT:
- DOUBLE CHAIHoward Smith Steven & Michelle Smith & Family**** &
- GOLD -
Boris Brauer, Beloved Father, Grandfather & Great-Grandfather Eleanor Golding & Family Eleanor
Library Fund IN HONOR OF:
- PLATINUM -
Anne & Jeff Bauer, Bar Mitzvah of Grandson, Harrison Prater Joe Wittenberg
YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Samuel Mann Jan Mann Schott** Mann Schott**
Harry Zankel Esther Kezur & Kezur & Harvey Malone**
- DOUBLE CHAIAndrew Winter The Winter & Vrudny Family****
Lily E. Baron Fund
YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
Samuel Katz Debbie Katz & Jon Liebenthal** Liebenthal**
Marian & Stanley Oberlin Fund
YAHRZEIT:
- B'NAI MITZVAHIsadore Schall, Beloved Father
Susan & Alan Schall* Susan &
Religious School Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Stanley Radin Phyllis & Richard Bernstein*
Religious School Fund (cont.)
IN MEMORY OF:
- DOUBLE CHAIHarvey "Bud" McGrew
Shari & David Panich****
YAHRZEIT:
- CHAI -
A. Jack Walkin Saundra Yaffe**
- DOUBLE CHAI -
Sarah Ann Anchel Phyllis & Richard Bernstein****
- PLATINUM -
Vivian Portnoy The Portnoy Family
Sam Schwartz Minyan Fund
IN MEMORY OF:
- B'NAI MITZVAH -
Leonard Garber Debbie Katz & Jon Liebenthal* Liebenthal*
Safety & Security Fund
- DOUBLE CHAI -
IN HONOR OF:
Linda & Howard Moskowitz, Special Anniversary Jan & Tom Kasle**** & Tom Kasle****
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 Tamor
VP of Administration, Education & Youth Activities Kris Mann
VP of Ritual Affairs Howard Moskowitz
VP of Activities Josh Sherman
Secretary Paul Causman
Treasurer Dick Greenblatt
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Miriam Beckerman Elliot Eisenberg
Tom Kasle Dale Levy Dale
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.
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.
