Of late, I have been receiving a significant number of queries around Jewish ritual practices. Thank you! These kinds of questions make a Rabbi’s heart skip a beat!
For the next few issues of the Kol Tikvah, I will use this space to respond to TBT partner questions. Welcome to Ask the Rabbi.
Many people are curious about the act of reciting Mourner’s Kaddish. Specifically, over whom is one responsible for reciting mourner’s Kaddish? If someone converts to Judaism, are they permitted to say Kaddish for non-Jewish family members? And may one recite kaddish over a beloved and devote family pet?
These are all extremely important questions, so let’s jump in!
We need to begin with What is the Kaddish? The mourner’s kaddish is a prayer, and there are five Kaddish prayers found in our liturgy. [Half, Whole, Mourner’s, Scholar’s & an extended graveside version recited by some, also used at the conclusion of a tractate of Talmud.] The word “kaddish” comes from the root {K-D-SH} which means Sanctification or Holy as in Kedoshim T’heyu! Ya’ll be holy! (Leviticus 19:2). These roots are shared with other familiar words such as kiddush (wine blessing); “Hey it’s Shabbat, let’s say Kiddish over this beautiful bottle of Baron Herzog Merlot!” and Kodesh (holy); “The Torahs live in the Aron HaKodesh (Holy Ark) in the sanctuary.”
All five Kaddishes are ostensibly the same prayer, with verses that focus upon the greatness and the sanctity of G!d. That great Source of Life, who orchestrates the movement of time and space. Who loves and cares for their most favored creation, Us, each and every individual human being.
It is written in Aramaic (spoken language of the ancient Near East, but concludes in the Holy language of Hebrew with the statement, Oseh Shalom bemromav…) but really the statement is a request: for us to know peace in all its forms peace in the world, peace in our families, our homes, and ultimately peace and wholeness in our lives. To say this when we are grieving the loss of someone we loved and cared for means that we are asking for G!d to fill the brokenness that we feel.
For whom and how long do we recite Kaddish? What if I am a Jew-By-Choice, what do I do? Kaddish is meant for mourners to say for parents (biological and adopted), spouses, siblings, and children. Traditionally, Kaddish was said for only 30 days for a child, spouse or sibling, and 11 months plus a day for a parent. Kaddish is also said each year on the Yahrzeit (anniversary of the death) at Yizkor service during the holidays of Passover, Shavuot, Yom Kippur and Sukkot. Jews-by-Choice are absolutely permitted, and lovingly encouraged, to say Kaddish for their Gentile deceased parents. What about grandparents and other relations? Traditionally, one is not required, but the recitation of Kaddish on their Yahrtzeit is an act of love and respect, and that is always a good thing.
Finally, I get lots of questions about rituals for beloved pets, including, can we say Kaddish for our dog? For so many people, myself included, our pets are beloved members of the family. They bring comfort, friendship, and unconditional love. No matter how hard the day, a pet can often mitigate the stresses of the day simply with their joyful presence. Grief and sadness can run extremely deep following the passing of a pet. So what does the tradition say?
Our tradition does not offer an ancient ritual for this because it is only in contemporary times that humans have formed the type of close emotional attachment to our pets that we find natural. Thus, when it comes to the Kaddish, it is reserved solely for humans.
So what can we do to honor the life of our pets? That’s where creativity comes in. There are many beautiful modern prayers and rituals available that can help us navigate this type of a loss. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me, or Cantor Kassel if you find yourself in need.
If you have a question or are curious about Jewish religious practices, send me a note, we will talk and perhaps your question will be in the next edition of Ask the Rabbi!
KABBALAT SHABBAT
Why Will Friday Night Services in July be Different?
Most of you have heard of the word “Kabbalah,” and know that it has something to do with Jewish mysticism.
When used with the word “Shabbat,” the term “Kabbalat Shabbat” refers to welcoming Shabbat. Liturgically, “Kabbalat Shabbat” is a rubric of prayer for the latter part of Friday (late afternoon/early evening) that precedes candle lighting and “Ma-ariv” — evening prayers which begin with the callto worship the “Bar’chu.”
“Kabbalat Shabbat” is made up of Psalms that correspond to the days of theweek:
Psalm 95 - Sunday
Psalm 96 - Monday
Psalm 97 - Tuesday
Psalm 98 - Wednesday
Psalm 99 - Thursday
Psalm 29– Friday
Followed by:
“L’chaDodi” – for Shabbat
Psalm 92– for Shabbat
Psalm 93– concluding Psalm
There was such anticipation of Shabbat for the Kabbalists of Safed (in the mountains of Galilee in Northern Israel) that the rabbis would dress in white (like bridegrooms) and joyously dance through the fields outside town, to welcome Shabbat,who ispersonified asa bride,or queen.
For the Fridays in July, our service will just consist of the Kabbalat Shabbat Psalms along with “L’cha Dodi” and “Shalom Aleichem.”
We will include the prayer for Healing, as well as Mourner’s Kaddish. (We will not include “Chatzi Kaddish” through the “Amidah” & “Aleinu.”)
These “Kabbalat Shabbat” Services will be shorter in length (not more than 40 minutes) and we hope to have a special Oneg Shabbat (whether food and/or more music) following services.
I intend to use the same musical settings for each service to help you participate through familiarity.
I WELCOME ANY SINGERS & MUSICIANS
TO JOIN ME FOR FRIDAY NIGHTS IN JULY, but please do contact me as soon as you can at cantorkassel@bethtikvah.com so that I may make necessary preparations.
Singers and Musicians: if you aren’t already involved in the musical life at TBT, please know that we’d love to have your participation. Just email me, and we’ll set up a time to talk! (Adult Choir; Ruach Shabbat musicians; singing for Ruach Shabbat services; talent show for sometime next year.) ******************************************
For the months of May, June and July, please also join us as we celebrate the holiday of Shavuot, beginning the evening of May 25, and observe Tisha B’av on theevening of July27.
It takes a community to build a community. Our synagogue is not just a physical building, but a space where we come together to pray, learn, celebrate, and support one another. And to truly build a strong and vibrant community, we must recognize that it takes a community to build a community.
What does this mean? It means that we all have a role to play in creating and maintaining a thriving Jewish community. Each of us brings unique skills, talents, and perspectives that can contribute to the growth of Temple Beth Tikvah. Whether it's volunteering our time, sharing our knowledge and expertise, or simply being present and engaged in synagogue activities, we all have somethingto offer.
With your help, we must continue to reach out to new members, welcome them into our community and help them with their Jewish journey. My goal is for every member of Temple Beth Tikvah to considerour synagogue their home.
That's why I'm inviting you to volunteer with our membership committee and become an ambassador for our synagogue. By doing so, you will play a crucial role in helping us attract new members and build a more vibrant and diverse community.
You will be the friendly face that welcomes newcomers and helps them navigate our services and events. As part of our membership committee, you will have the opportunity to brainstorm creative ideas for reaching out to potential members. You can help us develop outreach strategies that resonate with the unique needs and interests of different groups in our area. By working together, we can develop targeted campaigns that will help us connect with new people and bring them into our community. Reach out to me, or our Vice President of Membership, Josh Berman joshbermanesq@gmail.com to see how you can help.
It takes acommunitytobuild a community!
John Restler
This past spring, we had so much fun celebrating Passover! The children loved learning about the seder and the various foods we eat. They acted out the Exodus story through song during Passover Tot Shabbat with Ms. Judy. We celebrated Israel’s 75th birthday, Yom Ha’ Atzmaut. The children went on a fun “airplane ride to Israel,” and enjoyed some delicious Israeli food (hummus,falafel, olives, bamba, etc).
Our 2023 Pre-K class graduated from TBT Preschool. It’s always a day filled with mixed emotions: we are happy that these kids successfully completed the program, but we’re sad to see them go. However, we know they will be ready for whatever comes next, and we look forward to seeing many of them back here at TBT Religious School.
Our monthly Mom’s Night Out (MNO) has been terrific. Alyssa Black (Carter’s mom) does a
great job organizing events so that the TBT Preschool moms can have a fun time together, and get to know one another better.
Preschool Summer Camp starts again in June. The children will enjoy the outdoors, with lots of water play. Kidokinetics (an afterschool sportsprogram) will continue to partner with us. We now have upcoming Splish Splash Shabbat dates on the calendar for all of our preschool families to enjoy. Come outside and socialize! I know the summer will fly by, and soon we’ll be eagerly looking forward to another exciting new year at TBT Preschool.
Linda Siegel Preschool Director
Earlier this morning, the Rabbi asked, “How does it feel to have reached the end of Year 1?” Truth be told, I wasn’t sure how to answer. For one thing, it’s kind of a strange question; although this was my “Year Director of Education at TBT, the school year itself was simply the next leg of a journey that was started when Beth Tikvah opened its doors and began educating our Jewish community. Also, the mere idea of the “end” suggests a culmination of learning, whereas our opportunities for growth and knowledge are ongoing.
Reflecting on this most recent cycle, I am reminded of the goals I set last July:
1) utilize the Shalom Learning (values-based) curriculum consistently across all grades K-7
2) assess Hebrew learning and make short- and long changes to support student progress
3) review and evaluate existing Religious School programming in order to develop new and meaningful plans for the future.
Although by no means a task list I can mark “complete,” I am incredibly proud of what together with our incredible teaching and Madrichim staff accomplished in these areas.
Here are just a few of the highlights:
• Kindergarten students made Hakarat HaTov bottles and practiced looking for the good everywhere.
• 1st & 2nd grade students created Bikur Cholim packages for ill friends and family, including cooking their own matzo ball soup!
3rd graders learned the entire Alef-
4th & 5th graders studied the word Shalom and designed superheroes who will help bring peace and wholeness to the world.
6th graders compared their “inside selves” to their “outside selves,” and discussed how both parts are created tzelem Elohim (in God’s image).
graders committed themselves fully to the value of Achrayut – caring for animals: collecting supplies and tzedakah, hanging signs, and even cooking dog treats!
• 8th & 9th graders dove deep into the intersection of their Judaism and their teenage American lives, examining popular music for controversial (and sometimes anti-Semitic) lyrics and videos.
• 10th – 12th graders reflected on the rapidly decreasing opportunities to hear Holocaust stories first-hand, and
considered how lapses in
Formal Hebrew learning/B. Mitzvah training moves to a Educate each child
Individual Hebrew instruction will allow students to move at their own pace and develop a personalized connection to prayer.
Informal Hebrew finds a new foothold in all Religious School programming. In partnership with the Amitei Ivrit (Speak Hebrew) initiative, we will be infusing conversational and modern Hebrew into our Jewish learning through games and activities
grade classes move to Monday night. This will provide an graders to see what’s ahead on their Jewish journey, and appreciate B. Mitzvah as a step along an
We can only understand Judaism by doing it, by performing the commandments and living a Jewish life. In the beginning is the deed. Only then comes the grasp, the insight, the comprehension.”
Rabbi Jonathan Sacks
Trips to Alabama, New York City, and New Orleans will open students’ eyes to the broader Jewish world and help them to see where they might find their place.
Our Religious School program is growing and expanding every day! Make sure to register students PK-12th grade so they don’t miss out! Visit our TBT website to register today!
See you in August!
, a rising 7th grader at Crabapple Middle School, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on June 10. Levi's interests include playing basketball, soccer and ping-pong; he takes great joy in beating his mother in checkers. He also treasures the time spent with his parents, whether it's cheering on their favorite sports team at a live event, or enjoying a movie night together.
Levi's commitment to making a positive impact extends beyond his love for sports. Inspired by his family's experience with cancer, Levi has chosen to participate in Relay for Life to raise funds for cancer research, a cause close to his heart. The Priddy family is grateful to Rabbi Shuval-Weiner, Cantor Kassel, Jay Weiner, Nancy Peskin, and all the TBT teachers who have helped prepare Leviforthis meaningful and specialday.
The extremely successful HOTTY Camp Jenny Bingo fundraiser was recently featured in the Atlanta Jewish Times. Read the full article here.
It’s been a great year for the youth department! Hereare some highlights:
Drew Baker, a HOTTY alum, joined us as the new HOTTY Youth Group Advisor (and he has been great)!
We’ve had over 20 teens at every HOTTY event since the beginning of the year.
Several of our teens attended NFTYSAR Weekend Kallot at Camp Coleman in theWinter and Spring.
We raised over $8000 at our annual Camp Jenny Bingo Fundraiser. That’s enough money to send 16 kids to Camp this summer! And 11 of our TBT teens will be going to Camp Jenny as well, as counselors and program specialists!
We gave out $3200 in scholarships for our TBT kids to attend Jewish camp this summer.
Congratulations to the 2023 HOTTY Board elected in April:
President………………………..Molly Ziskind
Programming VP…………..Jayson Faupel
Social Action VP…………………Evan Cohn
Membership VP……………..Julia Malever
Communications VP…Mayah Loventhal
Religious & Cultural VP……Riley Bessoff
Freshman Rep………………..Shelby Tucker
We sent care packages in the Fall, and Starbucks cards in the Spring to 54 TBT alums who are away at college.
We ran our first new grade-level trips: 6 Ropes Course, 7th to the Breman Museum and downtown Atlanta, 8/9th to the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, and 10-12th to New York City.
Shalom!
We have enjoyed seeing so many of you at our programs this year. We had great attendance at all of our
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Questions? Call the office!
August 1, 2023
On a glorious but windy day in Roswell, we hosted the 2nd Annual TBT Golf Tournament at Brookfield Country Club in Roswell. We had 76 golfers from age 30 up to 75+ join us, and everyone had a great experience.Breakfast and lunch were included, as well as 1st through 3rd place prizes,andgift cardsforlongestdriveandclosestto thepinonallpar3holes.Ofour76golfers:31were TBT members, with the balance coming from friends in the Jewish and non-Jewish community. Well over half of our golfers this year also played last year, and again, Brookfield did a fantastic job hosting us. We raised over $6,500; our final tally mayshowweexceededlastyear’sfundsraised.
Thanks to our golf committee: Evan Mermelstein Co-Chair; Steve Fine, Michael Bernstein, Andy Flink, and Roman Trebon. Also thanks to our volunteers: Carol Schemo, Terri Steinberg, Peter Birnbaum and Roman Trebon, and
$50 Lola’s Burger and Tequila Bar (Roswell)
$50 Gift Card - Houck’s Grille (Hwy 92 / Roswell)
Sean Minor - 8 Wines - $200 value
$100.00 Gift Card to Osteria Mattone Roswell
$100.00 Gift Card to The Mill Kitchen and Bar Roswell
(2) $50.00 Gift Cards to McCray's Tavern East Cobb
$100 Gift Card to Hamp and Harry’s (Marietta Square)
$75 Gift Card to 1920 (Roswell)
$25 Gift Card to Zest (Roswell)
Golf for 4 at Atlanta National Golf Club
Golf for 4 at Brookfield Country Club
(2) Free 1-hour sessions with East Cobb Fitness Personal Training
Indian Hills Country Club - Shirt (L), Hat
to Rabbi Shuval-Weiner and Cantor Kassel for attending and schmoozing with the golfers. Here we are in Year Two, reaping the fruits of our labor, bringing Rabbi’s idea to reality once more! We are tentatively booked at Brookfield for our 3rd annual golf outing next year, sometime in early to mid-May. If you wouldliketojoinourcommittee,justcallme!
Please see our sponsor list below, which includes several of our congregants’ businesses, along with local restaurants and merchants. We also had half of our sponsors return from last year. Don’t forget to patronize our sponsors wherever possible, in appreciation of their continued support and confidence in our synagogue. Thanks, and see youagainnextyear!
10 Dz Reconditioned Golf Balls – Alan Silverman (Weber HS Golf Coach)
(3) 1½ Hour baseball lessons - hitting, throwing, catching, fielding – Mark Rudel (long time JCC Maccabi Baseball Coach)
Autographed Books Peter Hartog - TBT Member
Autographed Books – Rochelle Mucha, Phd –TBT Member
Brilliant Jewelers – London Blue Topaz Stone & Gift Card for Design
Abracadabra Cuts by Todd (East Cobb) – 3 Free Haircuts
Rock Art – Personal Photographs by Andy Flink, TBT member
$50 Starbuck’s gift card – Peter Hartog
1 bottle of Four Roses Small Batch Select – Peter Hartog
Golf Tec - $150 gift card
Our Annual Campaign raised over $82,500 this year, down 25% from last year, influenced largely by the successful raising of over $84,000 for the OnBoard Match program. We had 130+ members participate in both programs, or around 33% of our membership, also down slightly from last year. Naturally (and was expected) some members who had historically participated in the Annual Campaign opted to direct their gifts to the OnBoard Match program so that TBT would qualify for the larger matching gift. All in all, a pretty successful year in fundraising, with both programs combined. Thank you to all of our members who supported either of these programs: we know you have a choice of where to spend your money; we are incredibly grateful for contributions beyond dues, building fund, religious school and other fees.
We are also pleased to report we made over $6,500 from our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament on May 1! See that story on page 14 of this issue.
Stay tuned for some exciting news about our fundraising initiatives in 2023-24, as we seek to qualify for the $250,000 matching gift offered by the Arthur Blank Family Foundation. Finally, if anyone would like to join our fundraising committee, we’d welcome your participation. Thanks as always for your support of TBT.
Visionary
Blank, Arthur
Benefactor
Aaronson, Andy & Julie
Beckman, Paul & Anne
Bruckman, Adam & Adrienne
McMurrain, Thomas & Marsha
Rudel, Mark & Gail
Swichkow, Ronald & Leslie
Tam, Don and Marilyn
Walkes, Bruce & Bonnie
Zalkin, Andrew & Ilana
Sustainer
Bearman, Dale & Wendy
Birnbaum, Peter & Linda
Cohn, Michael & Marlene
Craig, Mark & Stephanie
Dunn, Joseph & Waynah
Farina, William & Susan
Graiser, Harlan & Ivie
Herndon, Sam & Alice
Jedel, Peter & Sharon
Joseph, Daniel & Stephanie
Kallman, Douglas & Donna
Kraus, Steven & Helen
Leslie, Debra
Loventhal, Gary & Michal
Sher, Stacy & Alicia
Siegel, David & Elisa
Steinberg, Linda & Steven
Supporter
Alterman, Pam
Astren, Steven & Teri
Boehm, Todd & Jennifer
Fried, Andy
Gerson, Steve & RoseAnn
Hirsch, Michael & Kim
Klokow, Peter & Frank, Ellen
Kremer, Robert & Karen
Levitz, Jeffrey & Ellen
Ludwig, Gilbert & Ellen
Malkin, Sidney & Lois
Moss, Joel & Karen
Povlot, Rhonda & Scott
Restler, John & Dahlia
Schemo, Nathan & Carol
Schiffer, Douglas & Lisa
Solomon, Stuart & Frances
Steinberg, Barry & Terri
Tobin, Steven & Abbe
Wilson, Todd & Rachel
Wolf, Max & Carol
Friend
Baker, Brian & Sheri
Bernstein, Michael & Jeannine
Block, Scott & Mary
Clymin, Lois
Cohen, Michael & Wanda
Frank, Aaron & Amy
Glickman, Andrew & Jane
Hurwitz, Phil & Suzanne
Lasky, Scott & Sheryl
Margolies, Joel & Aviva
Marks, Jonathan & Joan
Restler, Donald
Schlesinger, Louis & Chanin, Ina
Segal, William & Marjory
Slotin, David & Marci
Tolkan, Judith
Toltzis, David & Christine
Weiss, Mark & Debbie
Contributor
Abramson, Ellen & Donald
Alhadeff, Shari & Barry
Bergman, Harris & Suellen
Carter, Lonnie & Debbie
Chanin, Eric & Pamela
Cohn, Steven & Arlene
Davis, Renee
Decker, Gordon & Hollis
Fader, Gary & Ilene
Feller, Elliot & Donna
Flink, Andy & Sheri
Getty, Ed & Cindy
Goldstein, Robert & Cindy
Griff, Adam & Bobbee
Jacobs, Carol
Jaffe, Jamie & Katie
Kalmin, Bruce & Hydi
Kassel Jr, Valerie
Kassel, Cantor Nancy
Kess, Jeffrey & Beth
Klein, Marc & Deborah
Korsen, David & Jenny
Korshak, Karen
Landsberg, Fred & Patricia
Lawler, Jr., Kenneth & Glazer, Ginger
Levine, Judy
Lewit, Emily
Lowy, Hadley & Lisa
Malever, Jerred & Debbie
Medoff, Howard & Helaine
Natter, Bernie & Gail
Schwartz, Terry & William
Seibold, Tom & Patti
Share, Ira & Brenda
Sherman, Ron & Myra
Simon, Sandy & Nancy
Stieglitz, Aaron & Sheila
Strauss, David & Anne
Tate, Lloyd & Gail
Tucker, Kevin & Randi
Turetsky, Brenda
Turetsky, Sam & Manda
Waldman, Bruce & Carol
Wallach, June
Zarett, Jon
Withsummeruponus,someofourcongregantsmaybe moving,downsizing,relocating,orjustpurging householditems.TBTneedsyourcast-offs!
Herearejustafewthingswe’relookingfor;callthe officefordrop-offarrangements,andthanks!
Microwaveoven ● Refrigerator
Outdoorride-uponcars ● Youthloungecouch
Picnictable ● Rugs
honor of
Birth of Joe and Waynah Dunn’s granddaughter from Rhonda & Scott Povlot
in memory of
Samuel Bearman from Dale & Wendy Bearman
Elise Stern from Gilbert & Ellen Ludwig
Harry V. Herrell, uncle of Waynah Dunn from Joe & Waynah Dunn
Selma Dunn, mother of Joe Dunn from Joseph S Dunn
Natalie Berlin from Mark & Debbie
Weiss
Edward Langstein from Michael & Helaine Shuster
Sy Davis from Renee Davis
David Rudel, Father of Mark Rudel from Rhonda & Scott Povlot
Leonard Hartog from Ronald & Leslie Swichkow
Frank Ziperson from Sandy & Nancy Simon
Leonard Hartog from Todd & Jennifer Boehm
Maxine Gelb Kurtz from Tom & Patti Seibold
Nanette Ross, Mother of Donna Kallman from Wendy & Dale Bearman
memory of
Harriet Decker Levi from Gordon & Hollis Decker
of
John and Suzette Schwartz, parents and grandparents of Bart, Maddie, Cameron and Brian from Scott & Rhonda Povlot
Nadia Cooper from Hadley & Lisa Lowy
Arthur Toltzis from Robert & Adele
Toltzis
Hilda Zimmerman and Pauline Liederman from Steven & Janice Liederman
in appreciation of Cantor Kassel for the meaningful and comforting Shiva and support at this difficult time from Phil & Suzanne Hurwitz
Cantor singing for my Mother's funeral from Will & Susan Shields
in honor of
Cantor Kassel from David & Jenny Korsen
Maggie Trebon’s Bat Mitzvah and all Cantor’s help preparing and teaching from Jenni & Roman Trebon
in memory of
Michael Freeman, brother of Jennifer Boehm from Bradley & Kimberly Peters
Marian Birlant Slotin from David & Marci Slotin
Stanley Weiss from Debbie & Mark
Weiss
Rose Weiss from Mark & Debbie Weiss
Yahrzeit of Sarah Stansky from Melvin Levine
George Wise from Steve, Amy, Jennifer and Ellen Fine
June H. Restler from The Restler Family
Nanette Jean Ross from Vicki & Fred Steine
CARING/KEHILLAT
FUND in honor of
RSW from David & Jenny Korsen the marriage of Peter Klokow and Ellen
Frank from Peter & Sharon Jedel in memory of
Michael Freeman, beloved brother of Jennifer Boehm from Evan and Missi Mermelstein, Ryan and Ilana
Sharon Corin from Gordon & Hollis
Decker
and Happenings from Temple Beth Tikvah
Judy Naftolin from Joshua & Debbie
Sinsley
Michael Freeman, brother of Jen Boehm from Lori Shapiro and Cary Goldenthal
Stephen Perling from Max & Carol Wolf
Mollie Krigsner from Aaron & Sheila
Stieglitz
DANA JO & MARVIN
MERMELSTEIN MEMORIAL FUND FOR MULTICULTURAL UNDERSTANDING in honor of
Thank you for our Mishloach Minot greetings from our friends at TBT from Rhonda & Scott Povlot
GENERAL FUND in appreciation of
Michael J. Berger from Harlan & Ivie Graiser
in memory of
Rita Tuvlin. from Bernard Tuvlin
Rosiland Orloff from Charles Lewis
Edith Fallon from Ronald & Donna
Fallon
Harry Fallon from Ronald & Donna
Fallon
Peter Hartog's father. from Gary & Michal Loventhal
Abraham Ludwig from Gilbert & Ellen
Ludwig
Florence Berger Auerbach from Harlan & Ivie Graiser
Isaac Ackerman from Harlan & Ivie
Graiser
Pierre Lipton from Jeff & Ruth Siegel
Leonard Hartog from Katie & Jamie Jaffe
Melvin Falkof from Peter Klokow & Ellen
Frank
Michael Freeman, brother of Jennifer Boehm from Povlot Family
David Rudel, Father of Mark Rudel from Reah Friedman
Goldie & Isadore Berman from Steve & Susan Berman
Leonard Hartog from The Turetsky Family
HASSIA LEVIN RELIGIOUS SCHOOL FUND in memory of
Rosalyn Zierler from Gordon & Hollis Decker
HUNGER FUND in memory of
Gertrude Brooks from Burton & Sara Grossman
LAURA DERIEMER MEMORIAL MITZVAH FUND in memory of
Terry Zwerling, brother of Ann Dee Torino from Rhonda & Scott Povlot
MICHAEL ZALKIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY FUND in memory of
Muriel Tolkan from Judith Tolkan
Clare Yachelson Langstein from Michael & Helaine Shuster
RABBI SHUVAL-WEINER DISCRETIONARY FUND in appreciation of
Rabbi Shuval-Winer's officiation and compassion at my mother's shiva
minyan from Dr. Robyn Faintich
Rabbi Shuval-Weiner from Michael & Wanda Cohen
Rabbi Shuval-Weiner for a beautiful
Shiva Minyan from Phil & Suzanne Hurwitz
in honor of
Rabbi Shuval-Weiner from David & Jenny Korsen
Maggi Trebon’s Bat Mitzvah from Jenni & Roman Trebon
in memory of
Michael Freeman from Andrea & Josh Berman
Abraham Alhadeff from Barry & Shari Alhadeff
Irwin Rickles from Betty Rickles
Herbert Waldman from Bruce & Carol Waldman
Lorry Bernstein from David & Marci Slotin
Nanette Ross from Douglas & Donna Kallman
Meyer Friedman from Margie Cohen
Gertrude Weiss from Mark & Debbie Weiss
Pierre Lipton from Mark Williams & Michelle Easton
Baxter Barnes from Rhonda & Scott Povlot
Moses Reiber from Steve & RoseAnn Gerson
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND in memory of
Harold Grossman from Burton & Sara Grossman
TIKKUN OLAM FUND in memory of
Gertrude Willard from Jeffrey Willard & Steve Mahan
Arnold Cohn from Steven & Arlene Cohn
As of 5/1/23
When the unexpected happensinourTBTcommunity,our Kehillat Chesed volunteers step up tohelp.
We have an outstanding group of volunteers, but we couldalwaysuse afewmore!
The outreach means a lot to TBT members who need some TLC. If you are interested in joining our group, please reach out to Helaine Medoff for more information.
helainemedoff@gmail.com
404-353-1894
Temple Beth Tikvah acknowledges with sorrow the passing of:
and Happenings from Temple Beth Tikvah
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 John Restler
Vice President Josh Berman
Vice President Todd Boehm
Vice President Dalia Faupel
Vice President Lesly Gregory
Vice President Jill Leitman
Vice President Debbie Malever
Treasurer David Siegel
Secretary Lynda Bennett
Immediate Past President Joe Dunn
President Elect Deidre Kinoshita
Budget & Finance
Karen Korshak karcpa@comcast.net
Camp/Israel Scholarship
Bobbee Griff youth@bethtikvah.com
Chavurot/Affinity Groups
Brian Rubenstein brianrubenstein@yahoo.com
College Outreach
Jules Salinas gatordiva90@yahoo.com
Communications Marlene Cohn marlene@thecohns.us
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
Nominating Committee
Jenni Trebon jennirun@yahoo.com
Fundraising
Mark Rudel mrudel2018@gmail.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
TBD (Call office if interested!)
Backpack Buddies
Jeanine Bernstein jbern530@att.net
Renee Weiskopf rbweiskopf@hotmail.com
Website Development
Scott Povlot spovlot@yahoo.com