As the days grow longer and the sun shines brighter, we're delighted to bring you our special Summer Edition of HaKol, combining our July and August updates into one comprehensive issue. This allows us to embrace the slower pace of summer while still keeping you connected and informed.
Summer is a wonderful time for reflection, rejuvenation, and spending quality time with loved ones. Whether you're traveling, enjoying local activities, or simply finding moments of peace, we hope this season brings you much joy and relaxation.
Inside this edition, you'll find our usual recaps and columns from Rabbi Wolkoff, Cantor Rockman, and others, plus other articles that we hope you’ll enjoy!
We wish you and your families a safe, healthy, and happy summer, and of course, we look forward to seeing you at upcoming services and events
B'Shalom!
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Have Reason To Hope
THE RABBI’S DESK
BY RABBI ROBERT L. WOLKOFF
The Battle of New Orleans, back in 1815, was significant for many reasons. It cemented the reputation of future president Andrew Jackson. It firmly established the reputation of the newborn American nation as a contender on the world stage. But perhaps the most unique aspect of the battle was that it was fought after the war was won. The Treaty of Ghent, ending the war, had been signed two weeks earlier. Because communications were so slow two centuries ago, the opposing armies fought unaware that peace was at hand.
As I write these words, I find myself in a similar situation, regarding not the past but the future. Ballistic missiles from Iran are raining down on Israel, killing dozens (so far, G-d help us) and wounding hundreds, while Israel is pounding Tehran and Iranian nuclear sites, with even higher casualties. What will be the result of this 3 weeks from now, when you are reading this article? And what will be the result a month later, on the saddest day of the Jewish year, Tisha B’av (Aug. 2-3)?
Will the war have come to a successful end, with Iran’s nuclear program decimated and the decades-long threat of annihilation ended? How much devastation will occur in civilian areas of Tel Aviv and Haifa, or for that matter, Teheran? What will be the impact on the Israeli population? And how will Israel’s international status be impacted?
You know this, but I do not. So I find myself relying on…hope. Rabbi Eugene Borowitz, one of Reform Judaism’s greatest thinkers, had this to say about hope:
“What surprises, astonishes, moves, determines, the Jew is his realization, born of the experience of the Jewish people, that there is another, greater power moving through human events than man’s brutality to man. The story of the survival of this improbable people is its chief testimony. The Jews have known not one but many Exoduses. All of them have been, if history has laws or repetitive patterns—miracles. Just by being here, then, the Jewish people is an evidence of hope. And when the Jewish people is faithful in practice to the G-d it knows has kept it alive, despite the mammoth historical forces arrayed against it, it is an active force for hope….”
Knowing that G-d has kept us alive, and that G-d has “brought his people Israel out of Egypt to eternal freedom,” (Maariv service, emet v’emunah) allows me to face the future with a great deal of equanimity. I might even say, confidence. We, the Jewish people, and in particular our Israeli family, and in particular the Israeli army, have prepared for this moment with profound dedication. We are no longer defenseless shopkeepers hiding from marauding Cossacks. We have been threatened with annihilation. We are fighting back. And we have no reason to suspect that the age of miracles has ended.
We have reason to hope.
– Rabbi Robert
L. Wolkoff
June 20, 2025.
Dear Friends,
CANTOR’S CORNER
BY CANTOR BRUCE ROCKMAN
World affairs are very unsettling. Always the optimist, there is usually a silver lining. Americans are traveling more than ever. AAA announced travel projections are at record levels. Travel numbers to and from Israel are not included. This too will pass, Stacey and I will be in Israel, G-d willing, as we were earlier year, again this coming year to be with Bashe.
Our daughter, Bashe made aliyah to Israel this past year. Stacey and I are very proud of her, and of course we worry like crazy. I often say that Bashe is able to be her best self in Israel, Israel suits her. Thanks to technology we are constantly in touch and although she is thousands of miles away, this easy access provides us with a sense of normalcy. We’re here and she’s there, but we can still nag her, and remind her to keep up with her school work, Bashe can even join us in conversation while were driving. We do worry a lot.
We are experiencing extraordinary times, I hate war, it has always terrified me, I am grateful that I have not personally experienced war and its physical and emotional devastation. Yet my little girl is in constant danger, even before she’ll be inducted into the IDF after the summer. I pray that G-d will protect her and the Jewish people and that the leadership of Israel is doing G-d’s will to protect us and be a light unto nations. It’s difficult; remember two things can be true at the same time
I heard Rabbi Joe Schwartz say on the “Wondering Jews” podcast say that “What we’re doing right now in Iran, is a fight for the sake of the Jewish people, this is a war not only for Israel but for the collective survival of the Jewish people.”
War is atrocious, why in the world must war exist? The loss of life is profound and life altering, regardless of the circumstances. I can not explain war. I feel guilty that others are in harms way, protecting us and I am so grateful for their ability to live in the moment, and face danger with clarity of mind and spirit.
Although I am afraid and would choose to avoid war at most any cost, there is no doubt that Rabbi Schwartz is correct. When the insidious government of another entity ACTS to destroy us, we must stand up and defend ourselves. I’m still anxious of the outcome and mourn every innocent spirit that is destroyed.
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Are there better days on the horizon? Yes, I believe that. Is our faith being tested? Yes, I believe that. Are most people in the world good? Yes I believe that.
Every evening when we pray and we ask G-d to protect by saying this prayer. I read this prayer to Bashe this morning.
Grant, O G-d, that we lie down in peace, and raise us up, our Guardian, to life renewed. Spread over us the shelter of Your peace. Guide us with Your good counsel; for Your Name’s sake, be our help. Shield and shelter us beneath the shadow of Your wings. Defend us against enemies, illness, war, famine and sorrow. Distance us from wrongdoing. For You, G-d, watch over us and deliver us. For You, G-d, are gracious and merciful. Guard our going and coming, to life and to peace evermore.
I believe this.
Thank you for listening.
– Cantor Bruce Rockman
TEACHER TIDBITS
BY RONIT BIVAS, DIR. OF EDUC.
Now that religious school is out for the summer, I am already looking ahead and preparing for an exciting new school year. Teachers are being hired, classrooms are getting refreshed, and the curriculum is being thoughtfully reviewed to ensure another meaningful year of Jewish learning and growth for our students
In the meantime, we’re thrilled to offer a special PJ Library Summer Series for our young families and the community. These bi-weekly morning gatherings include story time for children and their adults, fun hands-on crafts, time to socialize and play, and a warm community moment to welcome Shabbat together
It’s a wonderful way to stay connected or make new connections during the summer months, create joyful memories, and nurture a love of Jewish tradition in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Each gathering is designed to bring meaning, fun, and connection to a family’s summer experience.
There are so many great things happening with the youth at CBT, and we’d love for you to be part of it. Come when you can, and please help us spread the word so others can join in the fun and connection.
Wishing you a joyful, safe, and relaxing summer!
L’Shalom,
– Ronit Bivas
The Meaning Behind Different Jewish Hats
Kippah,Streimel,Fez and more — a guide to Jewish headgear.
Sure, you’ve worn a knitted, a velvet, and a satin kippah. But do you know about Bukharian kippot? What about Breslov or Yemenite ones?
Do you know the difference between a Shtreimel, a Spodik, and a Kolpik, and who wears which one?
Check out this article on My Jewish Learning and find out all about the hats that Jews wear!
Thank you to all the CBT families who’ve donated to Yellow Candles. In addition to our previously published list in June’s Hakol, we thankfully add: Martin & Marci Abschutz, Frances Sherman, Craig & Sharon Cohen, and Allan & Fern Katronetsky
On May 29th, CBT (MC, USY, WAM) celebrated Jewish Community Night at the Somerset Patriots, along with meeting Art Shamsky from the 1969 Miracle Mets.
June 1st, Sunday – Men’s Club meeting at CBT: planning, eating, and schmoozing.
June 8th, Sunday –Craig Cohen “Our Science Guy” led a group of intrepid hikers through the trails of the Herronton Woods Arboretum in Princeton. We appreciate Craig’s guidance and wisdom of wildlife, flora, and nature.
June 18th, Wednesday – NNJR President’s dinner at Highland P and MC Presidents being installed.
Future Meetings and Events:
Summertime fun - TBD
Working Dog Winery wine and cheese open event.
Family Hike/walk(s) at area trails and parks.
Minor League Baseball
Local Museums
We are always happy to welcome new and our existing members. Stop by and join us for some great events, camaraderie, schmoo
Have a healthy, happy, and safe summer!
Craig Cohen, Brian Berness, and Mar Co-Presidents/Leadership Committ
Tech News From Israel
by Renee Juro, Israeli Affairs VP
I have had the pleasure this year to serve as the Israeli Affairs VP on the Sisterhood Board. Each month, I seek interesting news from Israel not related to war or political issues to share with our board.
There is so much positive and encouraging news that is happening in Israel. For our June meeting, I shared “How an injured IDF veteran-turned-professor is creating perpetual power for robots”, an article I found in The Times of Israel.
Mor Peretz was injured in an accident during his military service, leaving him permanently disabled without the use of one his legs. His path in life had changed, but it resulted in him attaining a university degree in engineering, earning a master’s degree, and ultimately a doctorate. He is now a cofounder and CEO of the Israeli startup CaPow. Peretz and his team have found a solution to power robots as they operate in large warehouses and logistics centers. To learn more of Mor Peretz’s journey and what he and his team have designed, changing efficiencies in the manufacturing and logistics world please click here.
Torah Fund & Sisterhood
Each year, CBT Sisterhood and Women’s League for Conservative Judaism, through the Torah Fund campaign, supports scholarships and programs for students at the five global Conservative/Masorti institutes of higher learning: the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York, the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies in Los Angeles, the Schechter Institute in Jerusalem, the Seminario Rabbinico in Buenos Aires and the new Abraham J. Heschel Seminary in Potsdam, Germany
In addition to providing scholarships, donations to Torah Fund helps support many special projects, including:
Women’s League Educational Pavilion (Kripke Tower)
Women’s League Seminary Synagogue
Mathilde Schechter Residence Hall Renovations
Goldsmith Hall
Residence Hall at the American Jewish University
JTS Quadrangle
JTS Library Bookshelves
Schechter Institute of Jewish Studies Garden
Donors who give $180.00 to Torah Fund receive a beautiful pin as a gift for their generosity. The pin can be worn as a regular pin or as a pendant on a necklace.
You can also support Torah Fund by purchasing cards for various occasions, i.e., Mazel tov for a special occasion, welcoming a new child, and condolences. The cards cost $5 00 each and with just an email or call to Gale Dillman (908-208-6781) dillmangale@gmail com, she will send out your missive.
To donate to Torah Fund, contact Teresa Samtur (732-221-6366) teresasamtur@gmail.com
Here is a photo of this year’s pin (Oseh Shalom) and samples of the cards we offer:
Women Of Achievement Gala
by Bobbi Binder
The Garden State Region Women’s League for Conservative Judaism held their gala on June 9, 2025. The event was held at B’nai Tikvah, catered by Classical Caterers with an Israeli themed meal. The event showcased the extraordinary women in the Garden State Region. One special person from each of the Sisterhoods who has given outstanding service to her Sisterhood, synagogue or community was honored. All in all, 20 women were honored.
The Sisterhood of Congregation B’nai Tikvah was quick to decide to honor Shelly Wistreich! Shelly and her husband Ken joined B’nai Tikvah 32 years ago in 1993. Shelly, Ken and their children Brian and Lauren, have been active members of CBT. After being invited to join Sisterhood by Lisa Seidman, Shelly went on to serve on the board in various positions for about 20 years (yes, she’s still on the board and still has all of her fingers, but that’s a story for another time). She worked on hospitality, communications, VP of membership, six years as co-president with Lori Sookerman and immediate past president. Her current position is VP of Fundraising and she has organized our major Purim fundraiser for many years.
Shelly also volunteers for our Chaverim program run by Bikur Cholim and Jewish Family Services. Shelly is also a regular Shabbat morning attendee.
The gala had over 260 people in attendance from around New Jersey There was a tricky tray with some fun prizes. Rabbi Wolkof D’var Torah (do you know what the first and last words of the Torah are and how interesting it is when the two words are put together…B’resheit and Yisrael…)
The evening was a lot of fun with some singing, ruach, and a great showing from our synagogue members, making up 3 tables!
SOCIAL ACTION
BY LAURA WAKSMAN
Thank you to Carol Eisenberg and Jay Scheuer who regularly check our wicker collection trunk for kosher food for the JFS food pantry and bring donations to JFS. Todah to Shelly Wistreich, Barry Safeer, and Renee Juro for volunteering to help serve lunch to our seniors at Chaverim (60 plus), to Dot Cohen for providing beautiful floral centerpieces to grace the tables, to Andrea Katz and Shelly Wistreich for helping to plan programming and make reminder calls to our members, and to Steve Chernela for taking photos at every Chaverim gathering. If I failed to mention anyone, it was not intentional
Many thanks to those who donated to the Jodi Wexler Marcou Social Action fund in the past few months. Your generosity had helped our members in need with essentials, and supported our Chaverim senior socialization and congregate lunch program.
COLLECTIONS:
Jewish Family Services kosher food pantry grant money from FEMA has been halted, and so they and I ask that you donate what and when you can. Donate kosher non perishable items such as: peanut butter, tuna, sardines, beans, canned veggies, granola bars, and rice. Place them in the wicker trunk outside the office year round. You may also bring food directly to their North Brunswick or Monroe offices.
Elijah's Promise: men's anti antiperspirant- please drop your donations in the wicker collection trunk outside the office until July 11th. Thank you to all those who have donated.
United Way: school supplies/backpacks- Social Action and Sisterhood are collecting school supplies and back packs for elementary school children from July 8th- August 11th to be distributed by United Way. We will be packing the back packs on August 12th at 1PM.
Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Drop your donations in the wicker trunk outside the office. Ideas for supplies: Marble composition notebooks, spiral single subject wide ruled notebooks, pencils, markers, crayons, dry erase markers, large glue sticks, zippered pencil bag
CHAVERIM (Friends) 60 plus NEWS:
On May 20th 40 seniors were treated to the delightful songs and story telling of the tremendously gifted Diane Cypkin and her wonderful keyboard accompanist Lena, with Diane's show, “A Salute to Molly Picon, star of Yiddish stage and screen.” They came from Brooklyn and arrived early, so Lena insisted on treating us to Jewish and Israeli songs during lunch.
SAVE THE DATES:
July 29th- program TBA
August 26th- Television, stage and film actress Linda Kenyon brings her one-woman show, “Bon Appétit!” to us. Kenyon’s “extraordinary” portrayal of Julia Child has been entertaining audiences for years. During the performance, Kenyon transforms herself into Julia as she reveals details about the iconic cook’s life and rise to fame. This is a DO NOT MISS!
September- NO CHAVERIM
October 21 st- program TBA
Social Action Meeting: Tuesday, August 12th at 2 PM in the classroom wing. All are welcome. We'll be planning for next year.
B' yachad... together we can make a difference, Laura Waksman
Jewish Food!
There are so many wonderful Jewish baking and cooking sites on the Internet; here are a few to keep you busy during the summer and beyond! Enjoy!!
What Jew Wanna Eat
The Jewish Vegan
May I Have That Recipe?
Gather A Table
Cooking In Heels
Busy In Brooklyn
Kosher Like Me
One Sarcastic Baker
Kosher In The Kitch
The Nosher
Tori Avey
Jewish Food Society
A Hike in the (Herrontown) Woods
On Sunday, June 8th, a number of adventurous CBTers joined together for a hike through Herrontown Woods in Princeton. Led by our excellent and informative guide Craig Cohen, we spent a few hours walking the trails, listening to the birds sing, checking out the historic buildings and mostly, enjoying each others’ company. We learned a few interesting tidbits along the way:
Albert Einstein spent some time relaxing at the house, owned by his Princeton Professor friend Oswald Veblen
Craig can identify many of the birds by their song. We even heard a bird who’s call sounds like a cat!
You’d be surprised at the amazing natural habitats in our backyard
We’ve enjoyed a number of hikes with our CBT friends over the past few years. These outings have ranged from easy to moderate, none taking more than a few hours. Everyone seems to enjoy themselves and even gets a little exercise.
Building off these successful excursions, we are forming the CBT Hiking Club! The general idea is to have about 6 hikes through the year. A few hours each, usually within 30 minutes driving distance. Would you like to join? Pick one of the hike locations? We’d like your feedback and interest level. Email WAM@BnaiTikvah.org and let us know!
Let’s explore the world around us!
Hakol Advertising
Interested in advertising in our monthly Hakol? Know someone who might be? There are various options for advertising in our monthly newsletter, and by advertising in Hakol, your ad is also featured in our Thursday weekly announcements, as well as on our advertisers page of our website, and linked to your own business’ website. For details, options, pricing, please contact the CBT Office at 732-297-0696.
There are many ways to feel part of a community.
Congregation B’nai Tikvah provides many programs to support your community. And the Bikur Cholim committee works hard at its part in this community.
We are a small committee but passionate about reaching out to those who are ill, convalescing, and rehabilitating.
By letting the office or someone on the committee know of a congregant's medical situation, we would reach out to them and provide another hand to connect them to our community.
As we mentioned in the June Hakol, we’ve decided that it’s time for cleanup at CBT. During the month of July, we will be working to clean up the building and grounds and dispose of any items that we no longer need.
Of course, any religious items will be donated, buried, or relocated to an appropriate new home. We will also try to donate any items that might be useful to other groups. Anything else will go in a dumpster. This will take place over the course of a few days/evenings. We need volunteers to assist with this project! If you’re interested in helping out, please contact me directly at scottk.cbt@gmail.com.
Thank you!
Scott Kessler, VP Administration
PICKLEBALL
Member News Member News
The congregation extends heartfelt condolences to:
Ann Rosenzweig on the loss of her beloved husband, and our dear member, Sam Rosenzweig
Iris and Caroline Alroy on the loss of their beloved mother, and our dear member, Phyllis Alroy
Ronnie and Jerry Levine on the loss of Ronnie’s beloved mother, Beatrice Friedman
Marc and Arlene Lassin on the loss of Marc’s beloved brother, Arthur Lassin
Caryl and Danny Greenberg, on the loss of Caryl’s mother, Annette Jacobs
May G-d comfort them among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem
The congregation extends a hearty Mazel Tov to:
Mazel Tov to Rena and Barry Lepinsky on the birth of their first grandchild, a baby boy, Jonah Deutschman
Mazel Tov to Pati Rosen and to Mark Rosen on the birth of their granddaughter, Jordan Jade Zakim
Mazel Tov to Toby and Gary Ehrlich on the birth of their granddaughter, Talia Anne Ehrlich
DONATIONS RECEIVED MAY 15TH THROUGH JUNE 23RD, 2025
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John & LouAnne Wolf, in memory of John’s beloved uncle, Gerald Malina
Michael & Carol Harkavy, in memory of Michael’s beloved mother, Elinor
Neal & Cindy Gittleman, in appreciation of Rabbi Wolkoff’s meaningful service at Neal’s mother’s funeral
Audrey & Lou Fluman, in memory of Audrey’s beloved father, Irving Bach
EXPERT ADVICE
Arlene & Mitchell Frumkin, in memory of Arlene’s beloved father, Bernard Diamond
Harriet Cohen, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Cantor’s Special Fund
Lisa & Jeff Tannenbaum, in memory of Jerry Edley’s beloved wife, Phyllis
Jeff & Lisa Tannenbaum, in memory of Jeff’s beloved mother, Sylvia
John & LouAnne Wolf, in memory of John’s beloved uncle, Gerald Malina
Janis & David Hoffman, in honor of Shelly Wistreich being named a Woman of Achievement at the WLCJ Gala
Caryl Distel, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Irwin Kalet, in memory of Lottie Alexander
Lisa & Jeff Tannenbaum, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam (continued)
Ruth-Ann Breitler Bikur Cholim Fund
Sheila Farber, in memory of her beloved sister, Phyllis Perla
Allen Karp Fund for Music
Linda Fellen & Ben Gottesman, in memory of Ilene Karp’s partner, Marvin Krakower
General Fund
Linda Fellen & Ben Gottesman, in memory of Cheryl Asnis’ brother, Sam Kaplan
Larry and Dorothy Cohen, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Mark Kasdin Memorial Fund
Maxine Kasdin, in memory of Jerry Edley’s beloved wife, Phyllis
Maxine Kasdin, in memory of her beloved husband, Mark
Yahrzeit and Tzedakah Fund
Ronnie & Jerry Levine, in memory of Ellen Costello
Gary & Marcia Wesalo, in memory of Gary’s beloved father, Harold Wesalo
EXPERT ADVICE
Barry & Janis Kipnis, in memory of Barry’s beloved brother, Ivan Kipnis
Burt & Vicki Bauman, in memory of Burt’s beloved father, Benjamin Bauman
Mitchell & Amy Schreck, in memory of Mitch’s beloved mother, Mildred Schreck
Rena & Barry Lepinsky, in memory of Rena’s beloved mother, Ida Piaskowsky
Gail & William Levine, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Cheryl & Moshe Attas, in memory of Cheryl’s beloved father, Lawrence Fitzer
Jill Stone, in memory of her beloved father, Emanual Gandel
Steve Breitkopf, in memory of his mother-in-law, Nettie Rosenblum
The Kessler Family, in memory of Dennis’ beloved grandmother, Bessie Goldman
The Kessler Family, in memory of David Goodman
Nila & David Mason, in memory of Nila’s beloved father, Archie Shapiro
Rebecca Alperin, in memory of Ronnie Levine’s beloved mother, Beatrice Freedman
Joseph Spindel, in memory of his beloved wife, Marjorie
Arnie Miller Youth Activity Fund
Stu & Debbie Allen, in honor of Shelly Wistreich being named a Woman of Achievement at the WLCJ Gala
Phyllis Horlick, in memory of Rose Rosenbaum
Shabbat Luncheon Fund
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Jerry Edley’s beloved wife, Phyllis
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Adrienne’s father, Norman Spigelman
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Adrienne’s grandfather, Jack Spigelman
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Adrienne’s grandfather, David Margolese
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Ronnie Levine’s beloved mother, Beatrice Freedman
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in honor of the birth of Pati Rosen and Mark Rosen’s granddaughter, Jordan Jade Zakim
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in honor of the birth of Toby and Gary Ehrlich’s granddaughter, Talia Anne Ehrlich
Adrienne & Andy Ross, in memory of Caryl Greenberg’s beloved mother, Annette Jacobs
EXPERT ADVICE
Arlene & Arthur Cederbaum, in honor of the birth of Toby and Gary Ehrlich’s granddaughter, Talia Anne Ehrlich
Arthur & Arlene Cederbaum, in memory of Arthur’s father, Nathan Cederbaum
Barbara & Bruce London, in memory of her beloved father, Marvin Simon
Ruth Anne Koenick & Paul Herman, in memory of Marc Lassin’s beloved brother, Arthur Lassin
Lynn & Arthur Biderman, in memory of Lynn’s beloved brother, Richard Goldberg
Lynn & Arthur Biderman, in memory of Jerry Edley’s beloved wife, Phyllis
Diane & Howard Uniman, in memory of Diane’s beloved mother, Geraldine Prose Young
Cheryl & Moshe Attas, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Natasha Rosenbaum, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Sylvia & Terry Katz, in memory of Sylvia’s beloved mother, Adele Shore
Marci & Marty Abschutz, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Marci & Marty Abschutz, in memory of Ronnie Levine’s beloved mother, Beatrice Freedman
Larry and Dorothy Cohen, in honor of the birth of Toby and Gary Ehrlich’s granddaughter, Talia Anne Ehrlich
Jodi Wexler Marcou Social Action Fund
Joyce & Gerald Fishelberg, in memory of Joyce’s beloved brother, Sanford Gurtov
Amy & Clifford Smith, in memory of Jerry Edley’s beloved wife, Phyllis
Linda Fellen & Ben Gottesman, in memory of Norman Feinstein’s brother, Kenneth Feinstein
Linda Fellen & Ben Gottesman, in memory of Neal Gittleman’s mother, Gilda Gittleman
Linda Fellen & Ben Gottesman, in memory of Irwin Millinger’s brother, Steven Millinger
Lauren & Andrew Cohen
Leon & Lisa Suttner, in memory of Leon’s beloved mother, Estelle Suttner
Marci & Marty Abschutz, in memory of Jerry Edley’s beloved wife, Phyllis
Janet Weiss, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
The Sharon Family, in memory of Iris and Carolyn Alroy’s beloved mother, Phyllis
Jeff & Rose Berger, in memory of Jeff’s beloved mother, Paula Berger
Rose & Jeff Berger, in memory of Rose’s beloved grandmother, Cyla Kestenman
Rose & Jeff Berger, in honor of Craig Dickert and Melissa Rosales
Adrienne & Bruce Rogove, in memory of Adrienn’s beloved father, Jacob Cohen
Amy & Clifford Smith, in memory of Caryl Greenberg’s beloved mother, Annette Jacobs
EXPERT ADVICE
Helene & Gary Tinkel, in memory of Caryl Greenberg’s beloved mother, Annette Jacobs
Religious School Fund
Jessica & Liz Marcus, in honor of Shelly Wistreich being named a Woman of Achievement at the WLCJ Gala
Jessica & Liz Marcus, in honor of the birth of Nancy Asher-Shultz and Dave Shultz’ granddaughter, Lily Mae Kobb
Dorothy & Larry Cohen, in memory of Jerry Edley’s beloved wife, Phyllis
Linda Fellen & Ben Gottesman, in memory of Jerry Edley’s beloved wife, Phyllis
Ann Gold, in memory of her much-loved mother, Rose L. Merker
(continued)
Ritual Fund
Ellie & Bill Greenberg, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
The Sharon Family, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Cindy & Neal Gittleman, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Lynn & Arthur Biderman, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Phyllis Horlick, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Helene & Gary Tinkel, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Renee & Joe Grodman, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Phyllis Rich, in memory of her beloved brother-in-law, Allen Rich
Shiva Fund
Cindy & David Teicher, in memory of Marc Lassin’s beloved brother, Arthur
Herb Mars, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Herb Mars, in memory of his beloved brother, Howard Mars
Herb Mars, in memory of his beloved father, Benjamin Mars
Shomrei Tikvah Fund
EXPERT ADVICE
Joyce & Gerald Fishelberg, in memory of Jerry Edley’s beloved wife, Phyllis
David & Les Offenberg, in memory of Dave’s beloved mother, Gussie
David & Les Offenberg, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Lynn & Arthur Biderman, in honor of Jeff and Marcia Schwartz’ generous sponsorship of The Scream Truck
Arlene & Arthur Cederbaum, in memory of Ann Rosenzweig’s beloved husband, Sam
Security Fund
Janet Weiss, in memory of Jerry Edley’s beloved wife, Phyllis
Linda Fellen & Ben Gottesman, in memory of Eileen Zweig’s husband, Martin
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.
Enjoy Your Summer!
Daily Schedule of Prayer Services
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