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HaKol: The Voice of CBT The JCC of North and South Brunswick
December 2025 November 2026
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Hakol is the Hebrew word for The Voice, and while this publication is the voice of Congregation B’nai Tikvah, it is not intended to be only one-way. Please consider submitting opinions, letters, articles, poems, and pictures to be considered for future publications. In the case of photos, please do not send low-res pictures or thumbnails. Articles are subject to proofreading changes. Please submit all materials to Matt Bergman. Note: All material will be credited upon publication; anonymous submissions cannot be considered.
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Rabbi’s Desk
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Cantor’s Corner
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Gala Save the Date
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President’s Podium
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Teacher Tidbits
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Needy Family Program
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Sisterhood
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Men’s Club
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Social Action
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Eruv
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Rabbi Feedback Committee
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Shabbat Dinner Series
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Matt’s Mindbenders
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Birthdays
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November Calendar
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Member News
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Donations
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Matt’s Mindbenders Answers
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Schedule of Services
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Rabbi’s Desk Rabbi Esther Reed
The Sacredness of the Everyday We are deep in the Hebrew month of Cheshvan. Cheshvan is the only month on the Jewish calendar without holidays, festivals, or fasts. After the intensity of the month of Tishrei, with its progression from Rosh Hashanah through Simchat Torah, Cheshvan offers a return to the rhythms of everyday life. For Jewish clergy, that can be a welcome change. After weeks of planning, preparation, and leading services, there is something lovely about returning to a more predictable routine. That's why there's a saying, “Rabbis love Cheshvan,” which you can now find on T-shirts and coffee mugs, including the image accompanying this article. On my first day back in the office after Simchat Torah, a member of CBT asked whether I had the bandwidth to work on a project she was pursuing. I told her I would love to help, but that I was still getting a feel for the rhythms of my new role. Having started in July, I had experienced the summer schedule and the busy pace of the High Holidays, but I hadn't yet experienced a typical month of congregational life. I told her that I wanted to see what Cheshvan would bring before committing, and she completely understood. I've been thinking about how much meaning there is in these in-between times. When my children were young, I made a point of being home for dinner with them every night, even if it meant returning to Rutgers Hillel afterward for evening programming, as I often did. Those dinners gave us a chance to connect, share what was happening in our lives, and listen to one another. I cherish those memories as much as I cherish the big moments: my wedding, the births of my boys, and their bar mitzvahs. Rabbi Marc Katz of Temple Ner Tamid in Bloomfield writes that “Cheshvan honors the expected but no less miraculous events of living in the world.” I love that formulation. We tend to pay attention to life's milestones, but most of our lives are made up of ordinary days. Those days are where relationships grow, where we learn about one another, and where we find opportunities to offer support and kindness. Continued on following page
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The same is true of Jewish life. Our community gathers for the High Holidays and celebrates important milestones together, but we also build community through the quieter, more regular rhythms of Jewish life: celebrating Shabbat together, coming to daily minyan, joining a class, attending a social event, or simply spending time with one another. We don't have to wait until next Rosh Hashanah to deepen our Jewish lives or strengthen our connections with one another. Cheshvan reminds us that the ordinary days are not simply time between the meaningful moments. They are where so much of the meaning is made. I look forward to discovering all that these everyday moments will bring as we build our community together at B'nai Tikvah.
Rabbi Esther Reed rabbireed@bnaitikvah.org
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Mazel Tov To Rabbi Esther Reed on becoming a JNF-USA Rabbi for Israel! Rabbi Reed is the first female Rabbi in Middlesex/Monmouth counties to join this group of likeminded Zionist Rabbis from around the country. As an influential leader and educator, Rabbi Reed will continue to inspire Congregation B’nai Tikvah’s community to develop deeper, more meaningful connections with Israel and the Jewish people. This will allow Congregation B’nai Tikvah to remain true to its core values of maintaining a deep commitment to Israel and Jewish communities throughout the world enriching it’s pro-Israel education and advocacy. Rabbi Reed’s financial commitment to become a JNF-USA Rabbi for Israel was allocated to build a classroom in a bomb-proof daycare preschool in Halutza which borders Egypt and Gaza. Save the date as Rabbi Reed premiers her first JNF-USA Shabbat for Israel on Friday May 14, 2027 To plant a tree and donate to JNF-USA and honor Rabbi Reed please click the link below. Am Yisrael Chai! May Rabbi Reed go from strength to strength! Jewish National Fund-USA: Donate to Israel
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Cantor’s Corner Cantor Bruce Rockman
Interfaith Thanksgiving- A Day of Service Thanksgiving holds a unique significance within the Jewish community, blending cultural and religious elements. Cultural Context Thanksgiving is not a Jewish holiday but is celebrated by many American Jews as a secular occasion. It reflects a balance between Jewish and American identities. The holiday's themes of gratitude resonate with Jewish values, particularly the importance of giving thanks to God for blessings. Religious Connections The Hebrew word "todah," meaning “thanks”, is etymologically linked to the name "Judah," from which the term "Jew" is derived. This connection emphasizes the Jewish tradition of gratitude. Some Jewish perspectives draw parallels between Thanksgiving and the recently celebrated harvest festival of Sukkot, which also emphasizes thankfulness. Debate and Reflection The celebration of Thanksgiving has sparked discussions within the Jewish community regarding its non-Jewish origins and the implications for Jewish identity. Despite these debates, many Jews embrace the holiday as an opportunity to express gratitude and reflect on their blessings. On Sunday November 22 at 7:00pm at Grace Presbyterian Church, 57 Sand Hills Road in Kendall Park, prior to our national holiday, we at B’nai Tikvah will continue our tradition of joining our interfaith community gathering for Thanksgiving, a service and a day of service. Our area interfaith clergy group has always highlighted our common ground, and we have been able to celebrate similarities rather than our differences. We know that within our own Jewish community, often within our own families, profound disagreements Continued on following page
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Cantor’s Corner (continued from previous page) exist. These are fraught times, many of us have retreated and avoided celebrations of diversity and many of us have abandoned our own expressions of pride out of fear and disillusionment. Check out the latest election news from Israel or midterms here in America. Tikun Olam, healing or fixing the world, sure seems to be an overwhelming task. The warning signs are here, chasms widen and the work still needs to be done. Consider this well known quote from the Mishna, "It was for this reason that man was first created as one person [Adam], to teach you that anyone who destroys a life is considered by Scripture to have destroyed an entire world; and anyone who saves a life is as if he saved an entire world." It is our goal as a community to fix the world, in every small way possible. We can accomplish this by choosing initiatives such as a favorite charity, volunteering, advocating for a cause, engaging in conversation with a lost soul, visiting the homebound, you name it, you can just do it. Conversations become debates and instead of peace flourishing we remain in one place, we will never arrive at our goal of a joyous and safe existence and we are alone. Strengthening our Jewish identity and engaging with the world we live in with open minds will help in our pursuit of a better world, our contribution to Tikun Olam. Let’s continue to work to make this a better world for all. Worship God with Gladness and Joy, Cantor Bruce Rockman
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President’s Podium Scott Kessler
In his influential book The Sabbath, Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel describes Shabbat as “a palace in time.” He reminds us that while we spend much of our lives focused on the things we need to accomplish, acquire, and take care of, Shabbat offers us something different: an opportunity to step away from the demands of everyday life and appreciate the gift of time itself. For most of us, the week is a whirlwind. Between work, school, family obligations, errands, and everything else competing for our attention, it's easy to reach Friday evening feeling exhausted. And the temptation to simply stay home and relax is certainly understandable. But there's something special about taking a little time on Friday evening to come together as a community, welcome Shabbat, and leave the outside world behind, even if only for an hour. If you haven't attended Friday night services recently, I'd like to encourage you to give it a try. On most Friday evenings (when there isn’t a Shabbat Dinner or special event), we gather in the Beit Midrash, our smaller prayer space across from the synagogue office. This setting gives us an opportunity to pray, sing, reflect, and connect with fellow congregants in a relaxed and welcoming environment. It’s OK if you don't know all of the prayers or understand Hebrew. Our Lev Shalem prayer book makes it easy to follow along with the transliteration, or with the commentary in English. You can participate as much or as little as you're comfortable with. All are welcome. Recently, our daughter Jocelyn joined me and Melissa at Friday night services. Jocelyn spent some of the service reading a book and some playing with her “squishys”. But when it was time for Alenu, she sang along. You might read that and think “she only sang one prayer?”, or you could think “that’s great, she sang a prayer!” For me, it’s definitely the latter. I know that adding one more commitment to an already busy week might seem counterintuitive. But maybe that's exactly the point. Friday night services aren't another obligation to check off your list. They're an opportunity to set that list aside. So, one of these Friday evenings, please consider joining us. I hope that you will discover that spending a little time together at the end of the week is something you'll look forward to. Scott Kessler
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Teacher Tidbits Ronit Bivas, Director of Education
A Meaningful Beginning: Celebrating Our Hebrew Names There is something special about the first Sunday of Religious School. It is a time to reconnect with friends, meet new faces, and begin another year of learning, growing, and strengthening our connection to Judaism. This year, we began our journey by focusing on something very personal to each of our students: their Hebrew names. Each student created a plaque featuring their Hebrew name, turning a simple art project into an opportunity to explore an important part of their Jewish identity. Our Hebrew names are more than just words. They connect us to our Jewish heritage, our families, and the generations that came before us. Some names honor beloved relatives, while others carry special meanings or tell a story about the hopes and dreams of our families. Our Hebrew names are a reminder that we are part of something bigger than ourselves, namely a community, a tradition, and a Jewish story that continues from generation to generation. As our students created their plaques, they had the opportunity to think about what makes their names meaningful and how their names connect them to being Jewish. By displaying their Hebrew names, they can take pride in this special part of who they are. As Director of Education, I believe that helping our students develop a strong sense of Jewish identity begins with these personal connections. Through activities like this, we encourage our children not only to learn about Judaism but also to discover what Judaism means to them and how they fit into our rich and enduring tradition. What a wonderful way to begin our school year! I look forward to all the learning, meaningful experiences, and connections we will share this year, as we grow together as a Jewish community. L’shalom, Ronit Bivas
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What’s in a name?
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COMMUNITY NEEDY FAMILY PROGRAM-2026 It is difficult to believe that it is already time to plan and organize our 2026 Community Needy Family Program. This will be our 25th year helping families in need with clothing, household items and basic necessities. Last year, we were able to help 28 families including five from B’nai Tikvah! For those who are new to our B’nai Tikvah family, these needy families are selected by a social worker in New Brunswick. She has worked with us since the program’s inception. We also consult with Jewish agencies to identify families in need. This year we will continue to run a hybrid program. For those of you who are comfortable shopping for families, you can do so; for those who would prefer to make a financial donation, the money will be used to purchase gift cards or needed items. If you would like to participate, please email me at jbbd11@verizon.net and let me know in which of the following capacities: financial donation or purchasing of gifts. Monetary donations can be made in the following ways: https://bnaitikvah.org/donations/needyfamily or Send a check to the synagogue office, made out to Congregation B'nai Tikvah and indicate Needy Family Program in memo. Purchase gifts for: Sponsoring a family-(@ 5 gifts per family member) Sponsoring an adult and child Sponsoring one person Purchasing one or more gifts for a family Any form of participation will be greatly appreciated. For additional information, please email me at jbbd11@verizon.net. Thanks so much! Janice Baer
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Sisterhood Marci Abschutz, President CBT Sisterhood
On Wednesday evening, October 15, 2026, 20 women got together to make sushi. Or did we? In actuality, we prepared vegetarian, salmon or fish rolls. Then each table made “cakes” with the leftovers. A little background, the Sisterhood board decided to present a cooking series this year. We started small - three programs. Next was the decision of what to prepare. Marina Finkelberg volunteered to spearhead the first session and recommended making sushi. Marina enlisted her good friend, Joann Shapiro, who won a Chopped competition at Ohr Torah shul in Edison, that was hosted by the famous cookbook author Chanie Apfelbaum. The competing cooks were given secret ingredients to create a dish in a limited amount of time. Marina and Joann planned, shopped and prepped to make our experience enjoyable and very tasty. The prep work took all afternoon, making the sushi rice, cutting vegetables and fish, and setting beautiful tables for the rest of us to learn and eat. We laughed while we learned how to form the rolls, no easy task! Joann was experienced and very patient. Our hard work paid off as we ate the fruits of our labor. Most, if not all, of us had enough left over to take home. Thanks to Renee Juro for being our photographer – we hope you enjoy the photos. A very big thank you to Marina and Joann. If you have not done so already, become a Sister and join us for our Paid-up Brunch on Sunday, November 15th (please be sure to RSVP to sisterhood@bnaitikvah.org). On December 2, 2026, we will learn how to make borekas. Please refer to the Sisterhood flyer in this month’s Hakol to see what’s up next with our cooking series. PLEASE be sure to RSVP to any of the cooking series workshops that you would like to attend.
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Upcoming Calendar 11/8 - Men’s Club Breakfast meeting - Celebrating Jewish Veterans - Please RSVP to Bill Greenberg 11/12 - CBT Thursday Night Football Party (Starting with Minyan, Kickoff at 8:15p) - Washington Commanders vs New York Giants - Men’s Club will supply the snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments. - BYOB and your favorite lawn chair! 12/13 - NNJR Man/Youth of the Year Event at CBT (Starting at 1pm) - Mazel Tov to Bill Greenberg (CBT MOY) and Reese Weintraub (CBT YOY)
Past Meetings May 9th – Adon Olam with Current/Past Junior Congregants
10/1 - Annual Men’s Club Paid Up Membership Deli Dinner in the CBT Sukkah. Attended by more than 20 members, including Rabbi Reed and Cantor Rockman. Pics attached 10/11 - Men’s Club razes most of the Sukkah. Thank you to Barry Safeer, Terry Katz, Bill Greenberg, Steve Katz, Marshall Samtur, and Steve Wolpert.
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May 9th – Adon Olam with Current/Past Junior Congregants
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Social Action Laura Waksman
Hakarat Hatov- recognizing the good: The following members spread light with their goodness within and beyond the walls of CBT by delivering Rosh Hashanah meals and other food to our members, delivering kosher food we collected to the JFS Food Pantry, helping members with errands, serving lunch at Chaverim, and more: Steve Katz, Beth Poplin, Joanna and Steve Simon, Larry and Dot Cohen, Carol Eisenberg, Cindy and Neal Gittleman, Shelly Wistreich, Jeff Schwartz, Adrienne Rogove , Barry Safeer, Lynn and Arthur Biderman and Ellie and Bill Greeenberg and Gale Dillman. Chaverim is back! After a summer break, our Chaverim (Friends 60 plus) gathered in the beautiful Sukkah on September 29th for lunch and an enlightening talk by Rabbi Reed about Sukkot, and an opportunity to say the blessing on the lulav and etrog and shake them. Chaverim Save the Dates November 17: Our own Sid Baumgarten shares stories about his life in the service in honor of Veteran’s Day. December 22: Detective Adrian Alley of the North Brunswick P.D. will discuss how to avoid scams aimed at seniors. We are seeking volunteers to serve lunch at Chaverim year-round. Serve once or more. We continue to collect nonperishable food year-round for the JFS Kosher Food Pantry. NEW- PRODUCE THE PRODUCE! Sunday, November 15th only- please donate apples to the pantry by placing them in a bag in our collection trunk outside the office. We need drivers to deliver the apples to JFS North Brunswick on Monday, November 16th. To volunteer, email socialaction@bnaitikvah.org See you in shul, Laura
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What is an Eruv? An Eruv is a special boundary that helps observant Jews follow certain rules on Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest. Jewish law traditionally does not allow people to carry some items between private and public spaces on Shabbat. An Eruv creates a shared area where carrying certain things, such as keys, books, or baby supplies, is permitted. It’s also good for carrying Chinese food (more on that later). It may use fences, walls, poles, and wires, along with small additions. Eruvin are carefully checked and maintained by members of the local Jewish community. They can be found in many Jewish communities around the world. Did you know there is an Eruv around parts of East Brunswick and New Brunswick? You can see where these Eruvin are by going to eruvfinder.com/#eruv-map. Back to CBT. An Eruv was installed around CBT many years ago. Rabbi Reed did that inspection and determined that the CBT Eruv was in disrepair. There were parts that needed to be fixed. There were various places where it wasn’t “Kosher” anymore. Who do you call when an Eruv needs to be repaired? Ghost Busters? No! A 3-person team was organized by Paul Fisher. Paul, Steve Simon and myself became THE ERUV TEAM!! Able to climb tall ladders and leap onto the roof (from a ladder) to repair all things needed in order to make our Eruv kosher again!!! We had a deadline. Without the Eruv, Hunan in the Hut wasn’t going to happen Without the Eruv, the food couldn’t be carried outside of the building to the sukkah! Thankfully the weather cooperated long enough to allow all of the repairs to get done in time! If you ever want a tour of our Eruv – contact me!
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Introducing the Rabbi Feedback Committee As Rabbi Reed continues to settle into life with our congregation, we're excited to announce the formation of a new Rabbi Feedback/Success Committee — a dedicated channel for congregants to share their thoughts, impressions, and experiences during this important integration period. Why We're Doing This Welcoming a new rabbi is a two-way process. Rabbi Reed is getting to know us — our traditions, our personalities, our hopes for this community — and we have a real opportunity to help shape that relationship from the start. The best way to do that is through honest, constructive communication. Feedback is a gift. Whether it's a note of appreciation for a moving sermon, a suggestion about how a service might flow better, or a concern that deserves attention, your voice helps Rabbi Reed understand this community more deeply and serve it more effectively. Silence doesn't help anyone grow — thoughtful feedback does. How It Works We will begin by sending out a Congregational Survey shortly after the High Holy Days (first week of October). We ask that you complete this as quickly as possible. This will serve as an initial view of how things are going. We've also set up a dedicated email address where you can share your comments, questions, or reflections at any time: rabbiinput@bnaitikvah.org A few things to know: All feedback is welcome — positive, critical, or somewhere in between. Both kinds help paint a fuller picture. You can share your name or remain anonymous. We want people to feel comfortable being candid. Continued on following page
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The Feedback Committee reviews submissions regularly and will synthesize themes and specific items to share with Rabbi Reed and congregational leadership in a constructive, respectful way. This is not a complaint box. It's a relationship-building tool. The goal is partnership, not grievance-airing — so we ask that feedback be offered thoughtfully and in the spirit of helping our new rabbi thrive here. Who's on the Committee The Rabbi Feedback Committee is made up of congregants representing a cross-section of our community. Committee members are: Nancy Asher-Schultz, Cindy Gittleman, Ben Gottesman and Jen Kipniss. Committee members are committed to confidentiality and to presenting feedback in a fair, balanced way. If you're interested in learning more about the committee's role or have questions about the process, feel free to reach out to me or any of the committee members. A Shared Investment Integrating a new spiritual leader takes time, patience, and mutual goodwill — from all of us. We're grateful to Rabbi Reed for stepping into this role with openness, and we're grateful to you, our congregation, for being willing to invest in making this transition a success. Please don't hesitate to share your thoughts. Every message helps. With gratitude, Adrienne Ross rabbiinput@bnaitikvah.org Chair, Rabbi Feedback/Success Committee
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November Calendar
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The congregation extends deepest condolences to: Condolences to Shirley Engel on the loss of her husband, and our dear member, Martin Engel.
The congregation extends a hearty Mazel Tov to: Mazel Tov to Rabbi Reed on becoming a JNF-USA Rabbi for Israel. Mazel Tov to the Man of the Year, Bill Greenberg, and the Youth of the Year, Reese Weintraub. Mazel Tov to Matt Bergman on being named Man of the Year at Temple Sholom in Bridgewater. Mazel Tov to Marcia and Jeff Schwartz on the Bar Mitzvah of their grandson, Tyler Jacob Black. Mazel Tov to Renee and Steve Juro on the engagement of their son, Matthew to Keana Mirmajlesi.
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ְש ַכנ ְִּתי ְ ּבת ֹוכָם ָ ׁ שו ּ לִ י ִמ ְק ָּד ׁש ו ׂ ָוְע “Let them make me a sanctuary, that I may dwell in their midst”
Congregation B’nai Tikvah gratefully acknowledges the following donations: DONATIONS RECEIVED SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 TO OCTOBER 14, 2026
Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund Arlene Shulman, on the loss of Eleanor Weisenberg’s beloved sister, Beverly Hovell Isaac & Beverly Grodzinski, in memory of Isaac’s beloved father, Shmuel Meyer Grodzinski Marolynne Katz, in appreciation to Rabbi Reed for her comfort Arlene & Mitch Frumkin, in memory of Arlene’s beloved sister, Linda Lakin Abbey Lorber, in memory of her beloved father, Sam Kahn Jill Stone, in memory of her beloved mother, Bella Gandel Cantor’s Special Fund Marolynne Katz, in appreciation to Cantor Rockman for his comfort Janis & David Hoffman, Mazel Tov to Meryl and Gordon Heit on your October 2026 Simchat Torah honor. Thank you for everything you do for our community Shomrei Tikvah Fund Janice & Art Baer, Mazel Tov to Marcia & Jeff Schwartz on the Bar Mitzvah of their grandson, Tyler Jacob Black L’Dor Vador Fund David & Cindy Teicher, in memory of David’s beloved father, Irving Teicher Cindy & David Teicher, Mazel Tov to Renee and Steve Juro on the engagement of their son, Matthew to Keana Mirmajlesi Arnie Miller Youth Activity Fund Elisa & Brian Berness, in memory of Elisa’s beloved father, Arnie Miller Vicki & Ray Cohen, in memory of Elisa Berness’ beloved father, Arnie Miller
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Shabbat Luncheon Fund Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Adrienne’s beloved grandmother, Mollie Margolese Gail & William Reinholtz, in memory of Gail’s beloved mother, Vera Levine Marci & Marty Abschutz, Mazel Tov to Renee and Steve Juro on the engagement of their son, Matthew to Keana Mirmajlesi Marci & Marty Abschutz, in memory of Marci’s beloved father, William Koshner Peter & Audrey Kuker, in memory of Peter’s beloved father, Joseph Kuker Gaye & Alan Feinberg, in memory of Mollie Newman Gaye & Alan Feinberg, in memory of Ruth Ginsberg Gaye & Alan Feinberg, in memory of Sylvia Ginsberg Jodi Wexler Marcou Social Action Fund Tammy & Keith Zimmerman, in memory of Tammy’s beloved mother, Arlene Levitt Tammy & Keith Zimmerman, in memory of Tammy’s beloved grandmother, Ida Levitt Tammy & Keith Zimmerman, in memory of Tammy’s beloved grandmother, Miriam Novik Rose & Jeff Berger, Mazel Tov to Renee and Steve Juro on the engagement of their son, Matthew to Keana Mirmajlesi Cindy & Neal Gittleman, in memory of Cindy’s beloved brother, Michael Solomon
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Community Needy Family Fund Judi Kleinman, in memory of her beloved sister, Barbara Weiss Judi Kleinman, in memory of her beloved mother, Estelle Kulick LouAnne & John Wolf The Tell Family, in memory of Shari’s beloved father, Philip Presworsky Janice & Art Baer, in memory of Janice’s beloved father, Alvin Baer
General Fund Jill & Howard Rubenstein, on the loss of Eleanor Weisenberg’s beloved sister, Beverly Hovell Abbey Lorber, on the loss of Eleanor Weisenberg’s beloved sister, Beverly Hovell Mark Sherman, Mazel Tov to Renee and Steve Juro on the engagement of their son, Matthew to Keana Mirmajlesi Judi & Hank Klein, Mazel Tov to Renee and Steve Juro on the engagement of their son, Matthew to Keana Mirmajlesi
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Yahrzeit and Tzedakah Fund Gary & Toby Ehrlich, in memory of Gary’s beloved mother, Ruth Ehrlich Allan & Fern Katronetsky, in memory of Allan’s beloved father, Irving Katronetsky Debra & Scott Rekant, in memory of Debra’s beloved mother, Elaine Slotoroff Aleksandr & Lilya Shablya, in memory of Aleksandr’s beloved mother, Faina Shablya Arlene Bacher, in memory of her beloved brother, Joel Forster Arlene Bacher, in memory of her beloved brother, Alan Forster Barbara Mailman, in memory of Hyman Kublin Sydni & Doug Smoller, in memory of Syndi’s beloved father, Shelly Reich Doug & Syndi Smoller, in memory of Doug’s beloved father, Michael Smoller Caren & Barry Dworkin, in memory of Caren’s beloved grandfather, Jack Azaria Beverly Mazzaro, in memory of her beloved father, Joseph Finkel Janice & Barry Kipnis, in memory of Janice’s beloved father, Norman Bork Debbie Stein, in memory of her beloved sister, Sherry Stein Martin L. Zweig Safety and Security Fund Janet Weiss, Mazel Tov to Renee and Steve Juro on the engagement of their son, Matthew to Keana Mirmajlesi
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Religious School Fund Dennis & Norlyn Kessler, in memory of Dennis’ beloved mother, Anne Kessler
Please Note: It is never the intention of the office to leave out someone’s donation from the Hakol listings. If your donation was inadvertently left out, please contact the office and we will include it in the next Hakol. Thank you.
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Congregation B’nai Tikvah is Central NJ’s premier egalitarian Conservative synagogue. Our Congregation warmly welcomes Jewish and interfaith families, couples, same sex couples, and singles into our highly diverse community. Please see our schedule of services and join us! For more information, please go to www.bnaitikvah.org or call the office at 732.297.0696.
Donor-Advised Fund & Similar Contributions to CBT If you direct a donor-advised fund (DAF), charitable account, foundation, or similar organization—such as Fidelity Charitable, Morgan Stanley GIFT, Schwab Charitable, JNF-USA, or a community foundation—to send a contribution to the synagogue by ACH, please also notify the synagogue office.
PLEASE USE THE FORM BELOW OR DONATE ONLINE AT WWW.BNAITIKVAH.ORG
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Daily Schedule of Prayer Services Please join us in-person if you can. All services are also available via Zoom and Stream (password needed; please contact the office for more info).
Sunday 9:00 AM & 7:30 PM Monday 7:30 PM Tuesday 7:30 PM Wednesday 7:30 PM Thursday 8:00 AM & 7:30 PM Friday - Kabbalat Shabbat 7:00 PM Shabbat 9:30 AM