A MESSAGE FROM THE Rabbi
As we embark on the 37th year of Temple Beth Tikvah's vibrant journey, I reflect on the progress and connections we've cultivated. One of my primary goals, as shared during our annual meeting in May, has been to amplify our synagogue's visibility within the Roswell community, and the broader Atlanta Jewish landscape.
Over the past few weeks, both Cantor Kassel and I have participated in a number of interfaith panels, and while some of the discussions have been challenging, they have been important. It continues to be vital for TBT to be at the table for these events, for the simple reason that interfaith dialogue is a tool for peacebuilding and paving the way for a more just and compassionate community.
My recent induction into the Roswell Rotary Club exemplifies this same effort. Rotary's emphasis on service above self aligns well with our imperative for tikkun olam. By collaborating on service projects, we address communal issues together, demonstrating the power of interfaith cooperation in making a tangible difference in our Roswell community.
Beyond Rotary, I have taken on leadership roles that extend our influence and strengthen our ties within the Atlanta Jewish community. My upcoming three-year term on the board of the American Jewish Committee underscores our congregation's commitment to battling antisemitism and promoting Jewish advocacy. Additionally, I chair the clergy advisory group for MACOM (Metro Atlanta Community Mikveh), further emphasizing TBT's dedication to fostering Jewish life and understanding of Jewish rituals.
Congregationally, we continue to amplify our presence here in Roswell. Our monthly participation at Alive In Roswell has been great: being in spaces like this gives TBT the opportunity to stand out. To be seen on Canton Street and to meet wonderful people some who may be Jewish, and looking for their Jewish home but so many more who need to know us, because that's where allyships are made. TBT's upcoming Mitzvah Day, "Laura's Love,*" named in memory of Laura DeRiemer z"l, highlights our commitment to community service in our Roswell community. Laura was a beautiful woman whose unwavering dedication to the welfare of
vulnerable souls in our community inspires us to make a tangible difference through engaging in acts of lovingkindness.
Aswecontinuetoprayforthesafereturnofthe hostages taken during the horrific attack on Israel on October 7, we channel our energy into spreading love and hope, striving to do all that each one of us is able to bring peace back to the land of Israel and into our world. AmYisrael Chai.
With another contentious presidential election approaching, in the spirit of peace, let us remember to respect, care for, and love one another, because no matter the outcome of the election, we will remain a holy community: a House of Hope, for all. In this tent of peace of ours, we hold fast to the teachings of our tradition that call on us to counteract a world where hatred attempts to thrive by responding to violence with ahava, tzedek, chen, chesed, and rachamim justice, righteousness, decency, inclusion and love, for the simple reason that to be a light unto the nations we must do as we are taught in Tehillim (Psalm 89:3) "Olam chesed yibanei - I will build this world with love.”
So let us, in the weeks and months ahead, as a Kehillah Kedosha, roll up our sleeves and dive into the task of healing this beautiful, yet sometimes cruel world. Let us all show Roswell and the surrounding communities how Temple Beth Tikvah brings to fruition our Jewish values through our engagement in and out of TBT's walls.
Hodesh Tov!
Rabbi Alexandria Shuval-Weiner
*If you would like to learn more about "Laura's Love,” contact Sara Malkin, 2024 Mitzvah Day chairperson. If you would like more information about any of the other organizations mentioned above, please do not hesitate to reach out to me personally.
NOTES FROM THE Cantor
REFLECTIONS ON MY YEAR OF INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL
Inaninemonth period of time...
I have been to Poland and Prague and the nearby concentration camps of Terezin, AuschwitzandBirkenau.
I have stood with TBT’s Czech Torah in Westminster Synagogue in London to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the WestminsterScrollsTrust.
I have been to Israel with it’s post-October 7 matzav situation.
Standing on the ground where history has happened does not compare to reading books and articlesorwatchingmoviesand documentaries.
Standing on the ground...where acts of inhumanitywouldbringanybodytotears.
Standing on the ground...where acts of kindnessandcompassion havealsooccurred.
At times I have been close to losing hope and then: I see the flourishing activities of the Krakow Jewish Community Center. I see dozens of people holding their Czech Torah scrolls, giving them new life. I see thousands of Israelis protesting for the return of the hostages and changes in Israeli government.Iseeand haveseen HOPE tikvah. So whoamItogivein todespair?
I am a much humbled human being who feels called upon to make some sort of difference forthebetter.
LOOKING AHEAD
Our Choir begins rehearsing in preparation fortheHighHolyDays.Wemeet on Thursdaynights at 7:00 PM. New Choir members are welcome to join us at any time!
I have had the pleasure of teaching Hebrew and Torah Chanting to many adults this past year. Let me know of your interest to learn Hebrew and/ or chant Torah!
Desiring a music-filled year ahead, with singing and instrumentsof all kinds, do you or your children (Middle School and older) sing or play instruments? Let me know, as we would love to have you be a part of TBT music!
SAVE THE DATES
Mondaynight,August12
Community Tisha B’Av service held at Congregation Etz Chaim
Saturdaynight,September28
SelichotProgram&Service
Mondaynight,October7
CommunityCommemorationofOctober7,2023
Sunday,October27at 5:00 PM
TBT & Saint David’s Episcopal Church Choirs musicalprogram
ARGENTINA!
It’s not too late to sign up to join me and cantors from around the country on a trip to Argentina next February. Check out all the details here.An amazingintinerary!
Wishingyou allshalom,
Cantor Nancy Kassel
A MESSAGE FROM OUR President
DearTBTCommunity,
There is so much happening at our House of Hope and we are gearing up for a terrific year! I and members of the board, staff, and our community have been engaged in meaningful work aligned to themissionand vision ofTBT.Just afewhighlights:
Volunteer Highlights
• Dalia Faupel, (VP of Programming), Debbie Malaver (VP of Engagement), Suzanne Hurwitz (Director of Engagement) and I met recently to review the congregational survey data results so that we can better serve and support our community at-large. We had a terrific response rate, with many congregants offering ideas for engagement and feedback on previous programs. Thank you for helping us to do better foryou!
• Rochelle Mucha, Donna Fallon, and Stephanie Rosen organized a lovely (and delicious) Sip & Wine Event last month. Attendees kibbitzed, sampled many wines, and enjoyed a nosh from Sababa.Thankyou,ladies!
• Jill Leitman (VP of Membership) is gearingup for a great year with her committee, and planning newwaysto getengaged.
Marsha Mathis
Lois Malkin
Irina Roberts
Josiah Wolff
Michelle Easton
President’s Update
• Rabbi and I have been meeting regularly to review all that is happening in our community and planning the Board Retreat which will take place on Sunday, August 25 from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, off-site. We are excited to welcome the TBT staff and committee chairs for part of the day to begin building synergiesandenhancingcommunication.
• Mayrov Baru (VP of Administration) and I have been working on transparency in processes to support the staff in their collective desire to do all they can for TBT in meaningful ways, while maintainingawork-lifebalance.
• If you have been to TBT in the last two weeks, you will have seen roofers busily replacing the roof over part of the religious school which meansnomoreleaksintheupstairsclassroom!
• We have been making some changes to increase our security and will continue on this path. Many thanks to Jay Sausmer (Security/House Committee) for his contributions and knowledge.
Mayrov Baru
Jeannine Bernstein
Rhonda Povlot
Terry Steinberg
Marlene Cohn
• Two pieces of playground equipment were secured and are ready for use by our schoolaged children. They will love the new teetertotter and climbing web! Thank you to Ted Nathan (House Committee) for speedily securing the services of our contractor so everything is readyforschooltostart.
I am grateful to the office staff at TBT for their support and dedication as I “learn the ropes.” ThereissomuchtocelebrateatTBT!
Pleasefeelfreetoreachouttomeanytime. L’Shalom,
COMMUNITY
and Happenings from Temple Beth Tikvah
PRESCHOOL
TBT Preschool Summer Camp was amazing! The children had such a great time playing outside in the water, and on our incredible water slide. The teen aides were so helpful: I am already looking forwardtohavingthembacknextsummer!
Our temple has been fortunate enough to enjoy state-of-the art security in the building. We are very thankful for all the love and support shown to the Preschool by the entire TBT congregation. Additionally, I want to let everyone know that we are the lucky recipients of a $10,000 grant from the Jewish Federation to underwrite a portion of Preschool security needs not already covered by the congregational budget. TBT Preschool Meet and Greet is on Friday, August 9 at 4:00 PM, followed by the ever-popular Splish Splash Shabbat at 5:00. Preschool families can spend time with their childrens’ teachers, and then socialize and meet newcomers. We’llprovide dinner,drinks and lotsof
fun water play. Our Preschool continues to grow, and we even have some brand new teachers starting this year. I am excited to welcome them in, along with our more seasoned teachers. This is sure to be another fun and exciting year at TBT Preschool.
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In August, we will have a special program to make ceramic anemones (like the ones in Israel) to put in a commem-orative garden that Rabbi ShuvalWeiner will create. These ceramic flowers will serve as a memorial to the tragedy of October 7. This project will be facilitated by Robin Singer, a wonderful artist in the Jewish community; the ceramic flowers will be created by many of our Preschool parents. We are honored for Robin to work with us here at TBT, and we look forward to seeing what she and our community will createtogether. As the new school year
begins, I want to thank Rabbi Alex Shuval-Weiner and Cantor Nancy Kassel for all they do for us. Their endless love and support is so special: it
LindaSiegel,PreschoolDirector
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
The summer has been a busy time for our TBT community, with many of our kids attending Jewish summer camps. We managed to grab some fantastic photos of our crew at Camp Coleman and Camp Barney, and I’ve gotten to
We’realsostillaccepting applications for Madrichim. If you’re an 8th-12th grader interested in being a fill out the assoon aspossible.
The 2024-2025 religious
Important dates for your calendar: Sunday,August18: ReligiousSchoolOpenHouse Sunday,August18: Sunday, August 25: First day of Religious School PreK-6th Monday,August26: FirstMondayNight - 7-12th
Looking forward to the start of another great schoolyearatTBT.
JudyLimor,EducationDirector
YOUTH PROGRAMS
This past Memorial Day, I spent the weekend with many of our TBT teens, as well as a few alum and parents at Camp Jenny (see the pic of all of us there!) You may have heard about Camp Jenny through HOTTY’s Camp Jenny Bingo Fundraiser each spring.
Camp Jenny is the NFTY (National Federation of Temple Youth) Southern Area and Southern Tropical Region’s year-round Mitzvah Corps project, which gives children from an urban school in Atlanta the opportunity to receive tutoring and support throughout the year. This culminates in a four day-long camp experience at URJ’s Camp Coleman over the Memorial Day Weekend. The students receive the love of big "brothers and sisters," three nutritious meals a day, and encouragement for the future. They also enjoy activities such as hiking in the mountains, water play, ziplining, arts and crafts, and a variety of sports and teambuilding activities.
It’s an amazing and awesome experience; one that
stories about my fictional cousin, Batman. Each kid was unique, interesting, and challenging; each was a oneman show with his own story. Being responsible for these children and helping them grow in a new environment brought out something in me that I had never felt before. I transitioned from the spotlight to backstage, helping the kids get all they could out of their experience. I felt the energy of these kids as they flew from one activity to the next, pushing me to do my best for them. I felt important not for who I was, but for what I was doing with them.
JaysonFaupel
We were first asked 12 years ago to volunteer as doctors at Camp Jenny over Memorial Day weekend. Camp was an important part of both of our childhoods, so we jumped at the opportunity. Seeing the joy on the campers
2024 TBT Camp Jenny Volunteers
CAMP JENNY 2024
SIMCHAS
Ryan Craig will be called to the Torah on August 17. Ryan is the son of Mark and Stephanie Craig, and younger brother to Brandon. He is the grandson of Candy and Bob Korn of Delray Beach, Florida and Blaine and Thomas Craig of SanAntonio,Texas.
Ryan is a rising 8th grader at Crabapple Middle School. He enjoys playing tennis and online gaming with his friends. Ryan also loves travel, time at the beach, pool, or lake, card games, and spending time with his friends and family.
For his Bar Mitzvah, Ryan is participating in Yad Vashem’s twinning program in honor of Andre Lipstein, an 11 year-old boy who perished during the HolocaustanddidnotlivetobecomeaBarMitzvah.
The Craig family is excited to share this simcha with friends and family from near and far. Ryan would also like to thank Rabbi Shuval-Weiner, Cantor Kassel, Jay Weiner, Amy Peskin and all of his TBT teachers for their support and guidance in preparation forthisspecialmilestone.
Asher Laderberg will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on August 24. Asher, who will be starting 8th grade at Mill Springs Academy, is a remarkable young man with a wide range of interests and talents. He is a black belt in Taekwondo, a dedicated travel baseball player, and an avid reader and gamer. His passion for music shines through his participation in the school chorus, musical theatre, and playingtheclarinet.
For his mitzvah project, Asher has chosen to support Angels Among Us Pet Rescue and local animal adoption services, reflecting his love and compassion for animals. Asher and his family are excited to celebrate this special milestone with loved ones.
His family would like to thank Rabbi ShuvalWeiner, Cantor Kassel, Jay Weiner, Amy Peskin, and all of Asher’s TBT teachers since Kindergarten who havehelpedpreparehimforthisspecialevent.
SIMCHAS
will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on September 7. She is the daughter of Janineand JaredWiskind,andsistertoNoah.
Talia has been a part of Temple Beth Tikvah since the age of 18 months old, sharing her spunky, joyful personality with all. She attends Atlanta Academy and fills her time with club soccer, volleyball and edflagfootball.
In her free time, she enjoys flipping around on her hanging silks while listening to Taylor Swift on her record player. Talia is raising money for the JF&CS fidget drive as she is passionate about teachers and parents gaining an understanding that many children learn more efficiently when they can wiggleandmovetheirbodies.
The Wiskind Family would like to thank Rabbi Shuval-Weiner, Cantor Kassel, Amy Peskin, Jay Weiner, and Talia’s TBT teachers for supporting Talia and the family through another joyous family celebration.
Frankie Rose Lay will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on September 14. Frankie is in the 8th grade at Coleman Middle School, and loves all things music, art, reading, science and Camp Barney Medintz. Frankie is a great big sister to Amelia, who is 10, and an exceptional dog sister to our five year-old Chocolate Lab,Josie. Frankie chose to focus on helping foster animals through Furkidsasher MitzvahProject.
We would like to thank Rabbi, Cantor, all of her Sunday School teachers, and Amy Peskin for being her "cool" Hebrew tutor, as well as Weiner.
We are so thankful and proud of Frankie. She hasworkedsohardforthisbigday
ENGAGEMENT
This summer has really flown by, hasn’t it?! It feels like just last week we were burning the mortgage and eating the last of our matzah. But alas, it’s been a busy summer, and we’ve managed to beat the heat here at TBT! Between successful ‘big’ events, including Bourbon & BBQ and our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament, and smaller gatherings such asMah Jonggand Yoga,we’veplaced in trivia, sipped & mingled at wine events, baked pecan muffins with Anne, observed Havdalah in our PJ’s with ouryoungerfamilies,andsomuch more.
In addition to connecting with one another, we’ve shared ourselves with the greater community as well. At the monthly Alive in Roswell street festival, we have given away swag and chatted with everyone who stopped at our booth. One woman approached us sharing, “I’m not Jewish, but I live in Roswell and I’m really glad you are here.” It was a heartwarming message to receive in these – let’sface it – troubling times.We recently hosted a large-scale Puzzle Fest, for the jigsaw puzzling aficionados, likemyself.Thediverse group of people who attended loved seeing our buildingandlearningabit aboutJudaism.
Coming up, please join us for game days, book club, hiking, and anything else that interests you. Don’t see something you like? Call me and we willworktomakesomethinghappen.
Please join us for two special Erev Shabbatot in August: On 8/2, our “Welcome Back” Shabbat, during which we will celebrate birthdays and anniversaries, will begin with drinks and noshes at 5:45 PM. Please invite anyone who is shulshoppingtojoinusaswell.On8/16ourservicewill take place at Roswell Town Square and will feature a very talented friend of mine, singer-songwriter Amber(Adina)Ikeman.Come joinus!
Laura’s Love Mitzvah Day will take place on Sunday,September8 and willbeadayof gathering and giving back. More information to come, but please start bringing in your donations of clothing, food and toiletries to be given to those less fortunate.Collectionbinsare inthemainlobby!
I want to extend a warm WELCOME: bruchim ha’baim to our many new members. We are so thrilled that you have chosen TBT to be your spiritual home, and look forward to getting to know you. Thank you to ALL for being a part of our community.
L’hitraot,seeyousoon!
Suzanne Hurwitz Director of Engagement
suzanne@bethtikvah.com 770.642.0434
RECENT EVENTS
and Happenings from Temple Beth Tikvah
SISTERHOOD
ShalomfromSisterhood!
We hope you have had a restful, enjoyable summer. There has been a change in plans for the upcoming Sisterhood year. Our prospective CoChairs had to step down due to personal circumstances.
Therefore, we are asking our wonderful current members to step up and help plan and present the fabulous programs that we are all accustomedto.
We are so happy that many of you have already volunteered and offered to co-chair one of ourprograms,and wethankyou.
We are still looking for some help with a
We are calling on YOU! Please click this link to go to the Sign Up Genius and offer to help with ONE program. This will only take a small amount of time and we promise that it is fun and rewarding and you will meet some wonderful women!
As past co-chairs, we will be there every step of the way to ensure that the 2024-2025 SisterhoodistheBESTYEARYET!
Wehopetoseeyou allsoon!
Joseph Sisterhood Co-President stephjo143@gmail.com
Stephanie
Carol Schemo Sisterhood Co-President cschemo@gmail.com
SOCIAL ACTION
BACK TO SCHOOL DRIVE
Helping is easy! DONATE YOUR TIME, FOOD OR FUNDS!
TBT is proud to be a part of the Backpack Buddies program, supporting Esther Jackson Elementary school students with weekend meals and snacks for kids who rely on school lunches during the week.
Each backpack is designed to nourish one school‐aged child for a weekend.
Here’s what’s best to donate:
• Shelf stable white milk (individual size)
• Canned vegetables - either individual or full size cans
• Canned fruits - either individual or full size cans
• Snacks (individual size) - granola bars, crackers, chips, animal cookies, etc.
• Breakfast items - oatmeal packets, breakfast bars, cereal (individual size)
• Proteins - tuna, canned chicken, beans, ravioli, stews Please leave items on the silver cart in the School Lobby. If interested in volunteering, please reach out to: Jeannine Bernstein or Renee Weiskopf We will be having a kickoff/information event in mid August. Stay tuned!
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN
TBTFriends,
As our 2023-24 Annual Campaign and Torah Project comes to a close, I’m delighted to report that both of these efforts raised over $393,000 with 190 families participating – or 50% of our membership – the highest participation rate in many years! Thank you allfor your generosity toTBT! In so doing,we qualified for the Arthur Blank Family Foundation match of $250,000 which matched all donations up to $250,000: above and beyond our normal Annual Campaign efforts. We pushed ourselves this year and accomplished great things. The Torah Writing Project was executed flawlessly, and was the perfect initiative to engage our TBT
community and “gift ourselves” a brand new Torah to honor TBT’s Double Chai (36th) anniversary! Oh yes, and we raised over $6,000 from our 3rd Annual TBT Golf Tournament at Brookfield Country Club. That money was directed toward our TBT Teen Programs. Stay tuned for our 4th Annual Tournament, to be held on June 9, 2025 at Brookfield CountryClub.
Thanks to all our members for what you contribute to TBT – and a huge thank you to all of our Donors in 2023-24. We have again shown “it takesavillage!”
Cordially,
Mark Rudel, Fundraising Chair
FUNDRAISING
and Happenings from Temple Beth Tikvah
Visionary (Chazon):
$ 10,000+
Leader (Manhig):
$ 5,000 - 9,999
Benefactor (Nadiv):
$ 2,500 - 4,999
Paul and Anne Beckman
Gary and Michal Loventhal
Samantha and Todd Mitman
Harvey and Natine Rosenzweig
Mark and Gail Rudel
Stacy and Alicia Sher
Sustainer (Tomech):
$ 1,000 - 2,499
Andy and Julie Aaronson
Dale and Wendy Bearman
Adam and Adrienne Bruckman
Alice and Sam Herndon
Peter and Sharon Jedel
Helen and Steve Kraus
Nancy Lipton
Evan and Missi Mermelstein
Marcia Pearl
Doug and Lisa Schiffer
David and Marci Slotin
Brian and Jennifer Steinberg
Ron and Leslie Swichkow
Steve and Renee Weiskopf
Andy and Ilana Zalkin
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN
Supporter (Yedid):
$ 500 - 999
Mark and Stephanie Craig
Amy and Aaron Frank
David and Judith Isenberg
Gil and Ellen Ludwig
Marcia Pearl
Terri and Barry Steinberg
Max and Carol Wolf
Friend (Chaver):
$ 250 - 499
Steve and Teri Astren
Dale and Wendy Bearman
Lonnie and Debbie Carter
Lois Clymin
Andy Fried
Ginger Glazer and Kenneth Lawler
Andrew and Jane Glickman
Mark and Terri Goodman
Frances Jordan
Scott and Sheryl Lasky
Jeffrey and Ellen Levitz
Joel and Aviva Margolies
Francie and Gerald Marshall
Scott and Rhonda Povlot
Donald Restler
Brad and Sarah Sapir
David and Elisa Siegel
Judith Tolkan
Mark and Debbie Weiss
Jeffrey Willard and Steve Mahan
Todd and Rachel Wilson
Todd and Debbie Windsor
Contributor up to $250
Ellen and Lee Altschuler
Dale and Wendy Bearman
Roy Brenner
Eric and Pam Chanin
Michael and Wanda Cohen
Steven and Arlene Cohn
Gordon and Holli Decker
Nadine Duhaney
Joseph and Waynah Dunn
Gary and Ilene Fader
Ron and Donna Fallon
Families Anonymous
Steve and Amy Fine
Rory and Jenifer Friedman
Ed and Cindy Getty
Robert and Cindy Goldstein
Harlan and Ivie Graiser
Bernard and Susan Greenberg
Deborah Greenberg
Burt and Sarah Grossman
Ellen Frank and Peter Klokow
Michael and Kim Hirsch
Doug and Donna Kallman
Marc and Deborah Klein
David and Jenny Korsen
Charles Lewis
Hadley and Lisa Lowy
Rochelle and Lawrence Mucha
Shirley Plotkin
John and Dahlia Restler
Gailen Rosenberg
William and Marjory Segal
Tom and Patti Seibold
Shelby Steinhauer
Terry and William Schwartz
Tom and Patti Seibold
Michael and Helaine Shuster
David and Elisa Siegel
Nancy and Sandy Simon
Jon Zarett
As of 7/16/2024
TORAH PROJECT & BLANK MATCH
Visionaries of Torah (Chozim)
$ 100,000+
Anonymous
Guardians of Torah (Shomrim)
$ 50,000+
Peter and Linda Birnbaum
Pillars of Torah (Amudim)
$ 18,000 +
Mark Williams and Michelle Williams
Richard and Wendy Winer
Leaders of Torah (Ishim)
$ 5,400 +
David and Beth Janes
Evan and Missi Mermelstein
Rabbi Alexandria Shuval-Weiner and Jay Weiner
Marlene and Michael Cohn
Joe and Waynah Dunn
Sustainers of Torah (Kayamin)
$ 1,800 +
Paul and Anne Beckman
Josh and Andrea Berman
Dave and Dalia Faupel
Carol Goldstein
Dan and Stephanie Joseph
Donna and Doug Kallman
Steve and Helen Kraus
Mike Levin
Gary and Michal Loventhal
Jill and David Mattos
Mark and Gail Rudel
David and Elisa Siegel
Donald and Marilyn Tam
Mark and Sally Vosk
Bruce and Bonnie Walkes
Andy and Ilana Zalkin
Friends of Torah (Chavarim)
$ 540+
Dale and Wendy Bearman
Paul and Anne Beckman
Glenn and Tamah Cooper
Mark and Stephanie Craig
Friends of Torah (Chavarim) cont’d
$ 540+
Jerry and Robin Elinger
Jennifer and Lee Engel
Dave and Dalia Faupel
Ellen Frank and Peter Klukow
Marshall and Roberta Goldman
Neil and Jennifer Goldstein
Harlan and Ivie Graiser
Carolyn Harrison
Sam and Alice Herndon
Steven and Tracey Kaplan
Nancy Kassel
Nancy Lipton
Rob and Karen Kremer
Jeffrey and Ellen Levitz
Janice Liederman
Gil and Ellen Ludwig
Sid and Lois Malkin
Marsha and Jim Mathis
Jeff and Debbie Otto
Marcia Pearl
Rhonda and Scott Povlot
Nathan and Carol Schemo
Caryn Schilstra
Brad and Sarah Sapir
Doug and Lisa Schiffer
Lloyd and Gail Tate
Steve and Abbe Tobin
Chas and Jaime White
Max and Carol Wolf
Contributor (Torehmim) up to $540
Marjorie Aarons
Shari and Barry Alhadeff
Pam Alterman
Stephen and Alisa Bauman
Dolores and Marshall Barrash
Suellen and Harris Bergman
Steve and Susan Berman
Bram and Anne Bessoff
Scott and Mary Block
Todd and Jennifer Boehm
Roy Brenner
David and Taryn Burgh
Eric and Pamela Chanin
Lindsay and Zach Chapkin
Gary and Dana Cohen
Contributor (Torehmim) cont’d up to $540
Barrie Cohn
Renee Davis
Mitchell and Dyann Diamond
Gordon and Holli Decker
Justin and Nicole Dombrow
Rodney and Erika Eberhardt
Neil and Susan Estroff
Gary and Ilene Fader
Donna and Ron Fallon
Families Anonymous
Elliot and Donna Feller
Terry Fields
Jonathan Fink
Chuck Freedman
Andy Fried
Rory and Jenifer Friedman
Michael and Alyson Hartman
Allison and Michael Kalmykov
Ginger Glazer and Kenneth Lawler
Donna and Eric Goldenberg
Lesly and Trey Gregory
Max and Jennifer Gross
Michael and Alyson Hartman
Phil and Suzanne Hurwitz
Myrna Kaplan
Peter and Sharon Jedel
Allison and Michael Kalmykov
Myrna Kaplan
LeTzedek Inc
Hal and Jill Leitman
Charles Lewis
Wendy and Steve Light
Julie Lindy
Carol Lipinsky
Hadley and Lisa Lowy
Steve Mahan and Jeffrey Willard
Jerred and Debbie Malever
Sarah Malkin
Mara Matz
Renee and Bruce McCord
Helaine and Howard Medoff
Kevin and Melanie Metzger
Members Anonymous
of 7/16/2024
TORAH PROJECT & BLANK MATCH TORAH PROJECT & BLANK MATCH
Contributor (Torehmim) cont’d
up to $540
Joel and Karen Moss
Dean and Felice Myers
Rochelle and Lawrence Mucha
Marcy and Robert Nader
Hilda Ortiz
Keira Oseroff
Emily and Mark Phelps
Rhonda and Scott Povlot
Maria Ramaglia
Alan and Sandee Rappaport
Kathy Reiter
John and Dahl-
ia Restler
Irina Roberts
Ellen Salowitz
Austin and Molli Schiffer
Terry and William Schwartz
Terry and Fred Segal
Joel Schancupp
Louis Schlesinger and Ina Chanin
Joel and Kathleen Schoenbaum
Kara and Bart Segal
Michael and Kristin Sloan
Jodi Sloan
Francesca and Stuart Solomon
Fern Soniker
Terri and Barry Steinberg
Linda and Steve Steinberg
Betty Steinmetz
Aaron and Sheila Stieglitz
Michael and Ann Swartz
Leslie and Ron Swichkow
Gail and Lloyd Tate
David and Christine Toltzis
Bruce and Carol Waldman
June Wallach
Mark and Debbie Weiss
Jon Zarett
As of 7/16/2024
COMMUNITY
Visit The Breman for Free!
As a token of gratitude for TBT’s contribution to the exhibition "From Light to Light: The Weekly Jewish Holiday of Shabbat," The Breman is offering complimentary admission to all members of our congregation through August 31st.
We encourage everyone to visit and experience this beautiful exhibition, which features our very own Shabbat Judaica pieces.
Simply mention ‘Beth Tikvah’ at the front desk for free entry. While at The Breman you can also explore the other exhibitions - "History with Chutzpah – Remarkable Stories of the Southern Jewish Adventure 1733-Present," "Absence of Humanity – The Holocaust Years 1933-1945" and the photography of "Ruth-MarionBaruch."
The Breman is located at 1440 Spring Street across 18th Street from the Center for Puppetry Arts (parking is free) and is open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday 11 AM – 4 PM. For more information about the exhibition and museum hours, please visit TheBreman.org
DONATIONS
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN 2023/2024 in memory of
Freida Lewis from Charles Lewis
Harriet Lewis from Charles Lewis
Rosiland Orloff from Charles Lewis
Samuel Bearman from Dale & Wendy Bearman
Natalie Berlin from Debbie & Mark Weiss
Yahrzeit of Edith Fallon from Dr. Ronald & Ms. Donna Fallon
Irene Milligan, mother of Waynah Dunn from Joe & Waynah Dunn
Rose Altschuler from Lee & Ellen Altschuler
WalterBerlin from Mark & Debbie Weiss
Saul Plotkin from Shirley Plotkin
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN 2024/2025 in memory of
Leo Ebstein from Dale & Wendy Bearman
Sarah Ludwig from Gilbert & Ellen Ludwig
BACKPACK BUDDIES in memory of
Aaron Shapiro from Barrie Cohn
Jerome Weiss from Debbie & Mark Weiss
Morris Greifer from Mark & Debbie Weiss
BLANK MATCHING GRANT in honor of
Rabbi and Marilyn Tam from Ira & Brenda Share
in memory of
George Rosen, Muriel Steinberg, Thelma Rosen, from Steve and Linda Steinberg
BUILDING FUND DONATION in memory of
Nadia Cooper from Hadley & Lisa Lowy
CAMPERSHIP/ISRAEL FUND in memory of
Dr. Charles Rosenberg from Hadley Lowy & Family
CANTORS FUND
in appreciation of
From the Empty Nesters Chavurah group: we would like to recognize and appreciate all that Cantor Nancy Kassel does for the synagogue every single day, and in addition thank her for the enjoyment and friendship she brings to our very own Chavurah. Thank you Nancy! from Empty Nester Chavurah
in honor of
Cantor Kassel and all that she does from Bruce & Bonnie Walkes
in memory of
Herman Beck from Bruce Beck
Lorraine De Riemer from Dan DeRiemer
Marian Birlant Slotin from David & Marci Slotin
Jeanne Lipsitt and William Lipsitt from Dr.Michael Lipsitt
Ronald Davis Benefield from Glen & Veronica Krapf
In memory of Arnold Rivkin, Lynda's dad, from Lynda Bennett
Martin Wasserman from Steven & Arlene Cohn
Richard Barid and Ida Andich from Steven & Sheila Barid
CARING/KEHILLAT CHESED FUND in memory of
Nina Sinsley / Leigh Naftolin from Joshua & Debbie Sinsley
Ann Efruss from Aaron & Sheila Stieglitz
Jack Stieglitz from Aaron & Sheila Stieglitz
Bert Smokler, Father of Pam Chanin from Pamela Chanin
Step-father Richard J. Bergermonies from Ronald & Leslie Swichkow
EDUCATION FUND CONTRIBUTION in memory of
Norton Simons from David & Christy Toltzis
GENERAL FUND in memory of
Helen Pollard from Andrew & Jane Glickman
Ron Isaacson from Bart & Kara Segal
Lila Stein, Mother of Wendy Bearman from Bruce & Bonnie Walkes
Elsie Stern from Gilbert & Ellen Ludwig
Sylvia Williams from Herbert Williams
As of 7/24/2024
DONATIONS
LAURA DeRIEMER MEMORIAL MITZVAH FUND
in memory of
Lorraine De Riemer from Dan DeRiemer
Jeanne Lipsitt and William Lipsitt from Dr. Michael Lipsitt
PRESCHOOL FUND in memory of
Evelyn Chanin, Mother of Eric Chanin from Eric Chanin
Frank Glickman (Yahrzeit) from Jane & Andrew Glickman
Al Malkin from Sidney & Lois Malkin
RABBI SHUVAL-WEINER DISCRETIONARY FUND in appreciation of
Writing in the Torah from June Wallach
Rabbi Shuval-Weiner's support and assistance after Dad passed away and help with the Shiva, from Lori Shapiro & Cary Goldenthal
In honor of Rabbi Shuval-Weiner for the naming of our son, Jack Dylan. from Stephanie Varney
in honor of
the birth of Zev Weiner, grandson of Rabbi Shuval-Weiner and Jay Weiner from Bruce & Bonnie Walkes
in memory of
Esther Kirchheymer from Barry & Shari Alhadeff
Abraham Alhadeff from Barry & Shari Alhadeff
In Memory Of Ruth Pollak from Bruce Waldman
Lorraine De Riemer from Dan DeRiemer
Lorry Bernstein from David & Marci Slotin
Marshall Bernstein from David & Marci Slotin
Yahrzeit of George and Mildred Orenstein from Ellen Salowitz
Daniel Kaufman from Gary & Ilene Fader
Ronald Davis Benefield from Glen & Veronica Krapf
Robert L. Cooper & Dr. Abraham Cooper from Glenn & Tamah Cooper
Mrs. Ronit Davidovitz from Steven Israel & Sharon Snowiss
Melvin Falkof from Peter Klokow & Ellen Frank
Richard James Levi from Stephanie & Daniel Joseph
Marvin Fine from Steve, Amy, Jennifer & Ellen Fine
Richard Barid and Ida Andich from Steven & Sheila Barid
RABBI TAM'S DISCRETIONARY FUND in memory of
Lorraine De Riemer from Dan DeRiemer
Minnie Friedman from Margie Cohen
THE TORAH PROJECT in appreciation of
Writing in the Torah from June Wallach in honor of
Aiden and Rayna Fladell from Rochelle & Larry Mucha
in memory of
Ira Madans from David & Beth Janes
Ira Madans, Sophie Madans, Leonard Madans from Marjorie Aarons
Given in loving memory of our wonderful son Jacob z”l, whom we miss so very much, Ellen & Lee Altschuler
TIKKUN OLAM FUND in memory of
Gertrud Willard from Jeffrey Willard & Steve Mahan
Sarah Stieglitz from Mr. Aaron & Sheila Stieglitz
From Carol & Max Wolf Family from Sylvia Perling
YOUTH GROUP FUND in appreciation of Drew Baker for his leadership and mentorship of HOTTY, from The Cohn Family
As of 7/24/2024
IN MEMORIAM
Temple Beth Tikvah acknowledges with sorrow the passing of:
Michael Anthony Noto
Aaron Ira Shapiro
Gladys Shain
Richard Levi
9955 Coleman Road
Roswell, GA 30075
www.bethtikvah.com
Rabbi Alexandria Shuval-Weiner
Cantor Nancy Kassel
Rabbi Emeritus Donald A. Tam
Preschool Director Linda Siegel
Religious School Director Judy Limor
Engagement Director Suzanne Hurwitz
Youth Engagement Director Bobbee Griff
President Deidre Kinoshita
Vice President Mayrov Baru
Vice President Dalia Faupel
Vice President Lesly Gregory
Vice President Jill Leitman
Vice President Yossi Limor
Vice President Debbie Malever
Treasurer David Siegel
Secretary Lynda Bennett
Immediate Past President John Restler
COMMITTEES & CHAIRPERSONS
Budget & Finance
Karen Korshak karcpa@comcast.net
Camp/Israel Scholarship
Bobbee Griff youth@bethtikvah.com
College Outreach
Bobbee Griff youth@bethtikvah.com
Communications
Marlene Cohn
marlene@thecohns.us
Fundraising
Mark Rudel
mrudel2018@gmail.com
House
Ted Nathan tnathan@baldwinscheduling.com
Kehillat Chesed (Caring)
Helaine Medoff helainemedoff@gmail.com
Library
Ilana Zalkin ilanaz@att.net
Membership, Recruitment & Retention
Jaime White butcherj15@gmail.com
Samantha Mitman smitman7978@gmail.com
Men’s Club
Joe Feinberg mensclub@bethtikvah.com
Nominating Committee
Jenni Trebon jennirun@yahoo.com
Ritual
Rick Winer rsw@drrickwiner.com
Security
Jay Sausmer jsausmer@gmail.com
Sisterhood Stephanie Joseph stephjo143@gmail.com
Carol Schemo cschemo@gmail.com
Social Action/Social Justice
Maggie McAuliffe mgm5sbh@gmail.com
Backpack Buddies
Jeannine Bernstein jbern530@att.net
Renee Weiskopf rbweiskopf@hotmail.com
Website Development
Scott Povlot spovlot@yahoo.com