THE
VOICE
December 2020
CHANUKAH
Volume XLI Kislev/Tevet 5781 Number 5
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Staff
Development Coordinator Shayna Aronson saronson@naplestemple.org A dministrative & Clergy A ssistant Randi Butterworth rbutterworth@naplestemple.org A/V Technician Megan Black Music Director Jim Cochran M aintenance Technician Pedro Cruz maintenance@naplestemple.org Director of Communications Jeanette Fischer jfischer@naplestemple.org Preschool A dministrative A ssistant Julie Fischer preschool@naplestemple.org Controller Maxine Gould mgould@naplestemple.org Groundskeeper Rick Holsbeke maintenance@naplestemple.org YESh A ssistant Estrella Jaimes religiousschool@naplestemple.org Facility M anager Victor Lucas vlucas@naplestemple.org
Clergy
Board of Trustees
Senior R abbi Adam F. Miller amiller@naplestemple.org
Cantor Donna Azu dazu@naplestemple.org
Dir. of Lifelong Learning Rabbi Ariel Boxman aboxman@naplestemple.org
R abbi Emeritus James H. Perman, D.D. rabbi@naples.net
Professional Staff Executive Director Deborah R. Fidel dfidel@naplestemple.org
Mission Statement
President Daryl Sissman First Vice President Ed Kaufman Second Vice President Merrill Hassenfeld Third Vice President Robin Mintz Treasurer Susan Ritter Financial Secretary Steve Pino R ecording Secretary Dr. John Little Sisterhood President Karen Cohn Men’s Club President Ron Yasbin Historical Society Helen Weinfeld
Temple Shalom of Naples is an inclusive Ed Alexander Reform Jewish congregation Dave Citrin where all individuals are equal partners in making our world whole and Michael Feldman holy. We are One Family, believing in Josh Garfield the sacredness of relationships, fostering connections – one to another, Ellen Goldberg Temple, Israel, Torah and God. We are living Jewish values and nurturing future generations.
The Voice is published monthly. June/July are combined issues. Editor—Jeanette Fischer · Advertising—Maxine Gould
Susan Hager Andy Karpman Bobbie Katz Jack Rabin Estelle Price
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CLERGY MESSAGE
Rabbi
Adam F. Miller
Crossing to Our Future The story is told of a young student on his journey home after his travels to see the world. Inspired and wanting to share his newfound knowledge, the student came to the banks of a wide river. Staring hopelessly at the great obstacle in front of him, he pondered for hours on just how to cross such a wide barrier. Just as he was about to give up his pursuit to continue his journey he saw a great teacher on the other side of the river. The young student yells over to the teacher, “Oh wise one, can you tell me how to get to the other side of this river”? The teacher ponders for a moment looks up and down the river and yells back, “My son, you are on the other side.” Ten years ago, I first arrived at Temple Shalom, along with Cantor Azu. We spent that first year investing our time and efforts to meet the congregation. Hundreds attended the open houses that I hosted. At each one, I shared my story, listened to the experiences of members, and we talked about what members hoped to see in the future. Looking back and reflecting on the answers, it seems like a wide river exists between where we once were, and where we are today. A popular topic at those meetings focused on the growth of the Jewish community and Temple Shalom. Our membership has grown over 50% in the last four years alone, and the larger community continues to grow at a rapid pace. Others spoke about wanting more engagement through adult education and programming. This year marks the sixth year of hosting the Florence Melton School for Adult learning, and our fourth year offering Wise Aging cohorts. Our havurah groups continue to grow, creating a sense of families within our larger Temple Family. I remember several conversations about Temple Shalom’s presence in the Jewish community. For many years we served as the central address for major programing across the Jewish community. Soon, the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples will join us on this campus, enhancing our visibility even further. We have come leaps and bounds in just ten years, crossing the river and expanding our world. Now, I am excited to see how much further we will go in the next ten. I will once again be hosting a series of meetings, this time under the title, “One Family Gatherings.” These gatherings, held virtually to start, will provide an opportunity for attendees to connect with one another, explore where we are today as a congregation, learn about our recently completed strategic plan and provide feedback on the priorities for our future. Keep your eyes open for information about these programs. Join me, and be part of charting our future. I believe that our congregation is poised to build on its recent success, and remain a vibrant flagship for exciting, meaningful, and engaging Jewish life in Southwest Florida. Together, we will reach that goal. L’Shalom, Rabbi Adam Miller 3
CLERGY MESSAGE
Cantor
Donna Azu
Just as we were ushering in the Jewish New Year, we received the extremely sad news of the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. According to Jewish tradition, a person who dies on Rosh Hashanah is a tzaddik, a person of great righteousness. Lovingly nicknamed “Notorious RBG,” she was nominated to the supreme court by President Bill Clinton in 1993, and developed a following over her more than 27 years on the bench, especially among young women who appreciated her lifelong, fierce defense of women’s rights. Shaped by her Jewish faith, RBG shared that “The Jewish religion is an ethical religion. That is, we are taught to do right, to love mercy, do justice, not because there’s gonna be any reward in heaven or punishment in hell. We live righteously because that’s how people should live and not anticipating any award in the hereafter.” On Thursday, December 17 at 5:00pm, I invite all the women (and young ladies) of Temple Shalom to join me for a special Rosh Chodesh program honoring the life and legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Please look in your weekly email for the Zoom link. L’Shalom, Cantor Donna M. Azu
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CLERGY MESSAGE
Director of Lifelong Learing Rabbi Ariel Boxman Chanukah is approaching and we are so excited to celebrate as a community. Below are some fun, family activities that can be done at home! Enjoy. 1. Make an Altoid tin menorah Make a travel size menorah that is both usable and completely adorable! Simply take an empty Altoid tin, glue nine 1/4” hex nuts to the center and add birthday candles when you are ready to light! In order to add some fun, decorate the outside of the Altoid tin with colored tissue paper and modge podge. For a list of materials and more detailed instructions, visit this link: https://tinyurl.com/altoidtinmenorah 2. Fry your very own jelly donut holes Fry your own jelly donuts! Mix your batter, drop by the spoonful into the frying pan, let cool, insert jelly and top with powdered sugar. These donuts are delicious and fun to prepare. Check out this link for the recipe and instructions: https://tinyurl.com/diyjellydonuts 3. Make an edible dreidel While it is super fun to play with dreidels, it is even more fun to eat them! In order to make your own, edible dreidel, gather the following items: a marshmallow, a Hershey’s kiss, a small pretzel stick and some vanilla frosting. In order to assemble, insert the pretzel stick into the marshmallow. Next, unwrap your Hershey’s kiss and spread some vanilla icing on to the flat side. Finally, adhere the Hershey’s kiss to opposite side of the marshmallow. Try spinning your dreidel and then enjoy your tasty treat! 4. Do an act of loving kindness While it is especially fun to receive gifts on Chanukah, it is also a wonderful time to teach children about the importance of giving back to others. Instead of giving gifts to your children on all eight nights, dedicate one night as a special night to give to others. On this night do a community service project as a family. Fun family community service projects include assembling peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for a local shelter, cleaning out closets and donating used clothing and toys to Goodwill, and making homemade dog toys to give to a local animal shelter. We hope you enjoy these Chanukah activities for you and your family! Wishing you a sweet and happy holiday. L’Shalom, Rabbi Ariel Boxman
We thank the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples for their generous support!
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LEADERSHIP MESSAGE
President
Daryl Sissman
Happy Chanukah! Since becoming president of Temple Shalom, I’ve had to make all sorts of decisions about what to prioritize during my term. There are only so many hours in the day, after all! Strategic planning may not sound exciting, but thanks to our strategic planning task force, we have a critical blueprint to help guide us during these uncertain times. I will be updating you in these bi-monthly columns with the different initiatives from the plan. Even those I’ll only focus on one at a time, rest assured that we’re executing many pieces of the strategic plan already. Focus on Membership Engagement: Our “One Family” initiative, which is a large part of what makes Temple Shalom special, will be strengthened with a focus on membership engagement. We strive to ensure that every member finds his or her place at Temple, is engaged, and feels valued. The focus this year will be three areas: The first is to create additional opportunities for members to interact with our Clergy. We all love our clergy and want more time with them, even though Covid has made some of those interactions difficult at the moment. Nevertheless, Rabbi Miller will soon commence a series of virtual parlor meetings to meet with groups of members until he can hold them in person. The second is to make sure that all members are aware of our volunteer opportunities and that they can find a role that suits their needs. Our Congregation is filled with so many talented people who want to get involved with meaningful volunteer projects. If you have a skill or experience that you think would be of value at Temple, please be sure to let me know! The third directive is to reach out to existing and potential members who live in Estero and Bonita Springs. In order to accommodate the growing population at Temple Shalom who live in the Estero and Bonita Springs area, we held a shofar service on Rosh Hashana in a park in Bonita Springs. It was well attended and well received. We will be looking for more ways to meet our members where they are. I welcome suggestions! I hope that everyone has a wonderful Chanukah and a very Happy New Year. L’Shalom, Daryl Sissman
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WORSHIP WITH US While we can’t be together in person, we can still welcome in Shabbat as a community. No matter your location, join Shabbat services via the Temple Shalom Livestream and Facebook Live. Erev Shabbat Service 7:30pm
Shabbat Morning Service 10:00am
December 25 via Zoom and Facebook Live
Havdalah
Saturday Evening at 7:30pm Via Zoom and Facebook Live
Rosh Chodesh with Cantor Azu
Wednesday, December 17 at 5:00pm Via Zoom
The Mishkan T’fila is now available online as a flipbook. Access the flipbook at tinyurl.com/mishkan-flipbook. Livestreaming If you know of someone who cannot travel or attend services in person, please let them know that our services are available for viewing at naplestemple.org The livestream viewer can be found under the Media tab. *For security purposes, we cannot publish Zoom meeting information here. Zoom meeting information is available at naplestemple.org on the Members page. Members must be logged in to their account to view this information. Not a member of Temple Shalom? Email us at info@naplestemple.org. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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LEARN WITH US The Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning at Temple Shalom
Adult Learning for the Wondering Jew
Melton Core Class Year 1
Rhythms of Jewish Living - Central ideas and texts which inform our daily, weekly and annual rituals as well as life cycle observances. Purposes of Jewish Living - Essential Jewish theological concepts and ideas as they unfold in the Bible, the Talmud and other sacred texts.
Melton Core Class Year 2
(Open only to those students who completed Year 1) Ethics of Jewish Living - Ethical issues such as justice, life and death, sexuality and community, with case studies from Talmudic, rabbinic and contemporary literature. Crossroads of Jewish History - Dramatic developments, experiences and issues from different periods in Jewish history as reflected in historical texts.
The Star & the Crescent: The Long Relationship of Judaism and Islam
This course explores the historical evolution of the relationship between Judaism and Islam, between Jews and Muslims, broadens our understanding and challenges our assumptions in our own era when tensions are high.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! w w w.e vents .or g/ Melton Napl es
Melton Core Class Year 1 Instructors: Rabbi Adam Miller & Rabbi Frank Muller Days: Thursdays from 10:00am to 12:00pm Dates: December 3 - March 25
The Star & the Crescent: The Long Relationship of Judaism and Islam Instructor: Rabbi Adam Miller
Melton Core Class Year 2
Prerequisite: Core Class Year 1
Instructors: Rabbi Adam Miller & Rabbi Frank Muller Days: Tuesdays from 10:00pm to 12:00pm Dates: December 3 - March 25
Please direct questions to Rabbi Ariel Boxman at aboxman@naplestemple.org or 239-455-3030.
Days: Tuesdays from 2:00pm to 3:30pm Dates: December 1 - March 23
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LEARN WITH US For security purposes, we cannot publish Zoom meeting information here. Zoom meeting information is available at naplestemple.org on the Members page. Members must be logged in to their account to view this information. Not a member of Temple Shalom? Email us at info@naplestemple.org. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Shabbat Morning Torah Study Saturdays at 9:00am Via Zoom
Study the weekly Torah portion with the guidance of our clergy. Texts sheet will be shared via Zoom Learners of all levels are welcome.
Jewish Spirituality Schedule December 2 - “The Art of Prayer: Western Art Music as Synagogue Sound” January 6 - “Yiddishe Amerika” February 3 - “The Times They Are a Changin’ Part 1: Trends & Innovations in Jewish Music” March 3 - “The Times They Are a Changin’ Part 2: Innovators & Influencers” April 14 - “Musical Journeys Through the Holocaust” May 12 - “Musical Lights Unto the Nations: Ernest Bloch & Leonard Bernstein” For Zoom link information, please check the weekly emails or visit the Members page on the Temple Shalom website. Please note, you must be logged in to view the Members page.
Temple Shalom member and yoga teacher, Missy Balsam will lead this class via Zoom that will focus on tikkun middot (spiritual and ethical traits), meditation and other mindfulness practices. Every other Thursday beginning January 14 1:00pm to 2:30pm 8 sessions Cost - $36 Space is limited REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS ON THE TEMPLE SHALOM WEBSITE. YOU MUST BE LOGGED IN TO REGISTER
YESh DATES TO KNOW
December Sunday, December 6
6th Grade Irena Sendler
Friday, December 11
BBYO Family shabbat Experience
Sunday, December 13
Confirmation Class 5th grade b’nai Mitzvah Dates
December 20, 23, 27, 30
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LEARN WITH US
Wise Aging: Sacred Living A groundbreaking program specifically designed to meet the social, emotional and spiritual needs of Jewish seekers entering second adulthood! Facilitated by Rabbi Adam Miller and Missy Balsam Via Zoom This course consists of 8 classes and meets every other Thursday beginning January 7 at 1:00pm Wise Aging will guide you through reflective work that enables you to come to new understandings about your life, self, values and Jewish practices. Learning modes include text study, active listening, mindfulness meditation, exercises, reflection and journaling. Sessions are based on resources developed for the Institute for Jewish Spirituality by Rabbi Rachel Cowan and Dr. Linda Thal, primarily Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience and Spirit. Topics include: • What is special about this life stage • Life review • Becoming one’s authentic self • • • • • • • •
Developing a positive relationship to our changing bodies Revitalizing and nourishing healthy relationships Cultivating qualities of soul Practicing forgiveness Learning to live with loss Change and death Cultivating wisdom Leaving a legacy
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“My fear of aging has become eagerness to embrace the challenges and possibilities of the years ahead.”
LEARN WITH US Israel Book Discussion Group 4th Monday of Each Month at 11:00am December 28 “A Pigeon and a Boy” by Meir Shalev January, 25 “The Tunnel” by A.B. Yehoshua
Via Zoom For Zoom link and more information on this group please contact Michael Rubner at exfgomsu@aol.com.
Introduction to Judaism Class Are you interested in exploring Judaism? Do you know someone who is? Six week course Beginning Thursday, January 7 at 7:00pm Via Zoom Classes are led by Rabbi Adam Miller and Cantor Donna Azu This course is free. Registration is required. Visit the Temple Shalom website to register.
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CONNECT WITH US welcome new members!
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ONE FAMILY GATHERINGS Rabbi Miller invites you to join him and our Temple leaders at one of our One Family Gatherings to talk about where we are today as a congregation and our future.
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Be sure to add info@naplestemple.org to your safe list and stay up to date on all our programs and special announcements.
These Zoom conversations will begin in December and continue well into next year. They will be offered at different times of the day and evening, so that we can engage as many as possible from our One Family. If you are interested in participating, please go to this link, https://tinyurl.com/onefamilygatherings, to tell us a little about yourself and the best date(s)/time(s) for you. You will receive an email to confirm a date you have chosen or to ask about your availability for another. If you have any questions, please contact Susan Hager (susan.k.hager@gmail.com), Temple Board Member, who is coordinating these events.
Bereavement Group for Members of the Temple Shalom Community In the spirit of our tradition, which calls us to perform the mitzvah of Nihum Avelim (comforting mourners), Temple Shalom will be offering a Bereavement Support Group for people who are grieving for a loved one. The group, which will observe confidentiality of communication, will meet on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month from 9:30am to 11:00am. Group size is limited to twelve people. The facilitators, Arline Kaplan, Ph.D., and Leslie Wasserman, M.A., are members of Temple Shalom. Both Arline and Leslie, licensed in New York and Michigan respectively, have extensive experience with groups and with people experiencing grief and loss. “We are hopeful that sharing our stories with empathic, compassionate others will allow some healing, solace and peace into our lives. We can each be the gift that can possibly help to heal the wound.” Feedback from groups members has been positive: “I feel better after attending this group.” “We are all at different places, but I see ourselves evolving.” “The facilitators are professionals.” “I’m comfortable that this is private. I can say whatever is on my mind.” “I’ve learned so much being in this group.” “It has been a pleasure to meet the people in this group.” For more information, please email Arline Kaplan at arkaplanphd@gmail.com or Leslie Wasserman at leshbr@aol.com. There is no fee for this program. 12
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CELEBRATE CELEBRATE WITH USWITH IN AUGUST US
Mazel Tov!
Please join us in welcoming to the world Quinn Rose, granddaughter of Deb and Frank Wyman. Quinn was born November 6 to their son Bert, and his wife Rachel. Quinn joins big brother, Leo.
We join together in wishing Mazel Tov to Beth and Brian Wolff on the engagement of their son, Jared, to Rachel Sherman.
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Engagements, weddings, awards, achievements, and milestones - we want to hear it all! If you have good news you would like to share with the Temple Shalom One Family, please let us know by emailing Jeanette Fischer at jfischer@naplestemple.org.
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CELEBRATE WITH US IN DECEMBER Happ y Birthday! 1
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Sandra Korn
Robert Greenfield
Robert Maisel
Sanford Sirkus
Jacque Lynn Paulson
Sherry Greenfield
Jen Mitchell
Helene Naimon
Neil Chessin
Vickie Nolen
Amy Lademann
Eric Hochman
Gloria Mellman
Joan Toder Anthony Solomon
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Thomas Carlstrom
Brigitte Sabbag
Keren Alpert
Louise Warshauer
10 Jessica Shwedel
Elizabeth Pirrone
Elliott Singer 25 Julia Harris
Rebecca Marcotte
Sandy Spector
Martin Siegal
Phyllis Seaman
Philip Freeman
Kevin Diez
Marla Weiss
Ellen Salup
Rudy Bershadski
Rachel Hinchliffe
Richard Matties
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Sandra Sanfilippo
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Franklin Paulson
26 Gail Lanznar
Lydia Bond
Rachel Cohen
Nancy Reilly
Jane Perman
Suzanne Gopman
Stephen Cohen
Michael Swartz
27 Margo Rosenfeld
Judit Spigelman
Susan Waldman
Jeff Waranch
Edward Feldman
Dan Abrams
Henry Kraus
Natalie Lewis
Susan Sokolik
Joel Lipman
Diane Jacobs
Peter Tunis
Ana Garro
Larry DuKatz
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Bobbie Lublin
Edward Cohen
Roberta Macchio
Stephen Schreier
Eileen Cohen
Leda Lubin
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Stuart Warshauer
Robert Palazzolo
Abbie Sladick
Stephen Brazina
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28 Debra Wyman
Jessica Zimmerman
Jeffrey Grant
Riva Szrajbman
Ilya Slutsker
29 William Herbst
Diane Moss
Cari Johnson
Helaine Lender
30 David Feinstein
Robert Landy
Gayle Dorio
Stephen Bacharach
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Adrea Kofman
Jack Wiadro
Pauline Hendel
Richard Toder
Karen Wilner
Diana Steinhouse
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Lawrence Raab
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24 Samuel Varsano
Alvin Jacobs
Josh Isenberg
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23 Mia Hyatt
Mark Wasserman
John Reilly 6
Harvey Cohen
Debby Waranch
Rogerio Santos
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Helene Gordon
Susan Pittelman 3
Adam Goldstein
Joyce Levy
CELEBRATE WITH US IN DECEMBER Happ y Anniversary! 1 Michael & Rebecca Marcotte 3 Cari & Gregg Johnson
Neil & Irina Koppel
22 Eric & Deborah Zelnick
David & Joan Friedman 23 Paul & Alla Colon
4 Barry & Judith Freedman
Edward & Helen Rosenthal
6 Joshua & Marcia Buckman
Robert & Arlene Subin
Marshall & Elaine Paisner 9 Stephen & Rhonda Brazina
24 Michael & Susan Horowitz Stephan & Donna Goldstein
12 Richard & Judit Price
25 David & Stephanie Portman
14 Daniel & Vivi Goldsmith
26 Michael & Marsha Goldstein
16 Richard & Sandra Cohen
David & Susan Waldman
Mark Shulman & Judy Copeland Schulman
27 Gabriel & Lucia Kohn
17 Howard & Kathy Zack
Warren & Pam Krangel
21 Martin & Karen Cohn
Barry & Mary-Beth Levitz
Dale & Lisa Katz 22 Robert Michael & Nancy Hurwitz
Robert & Frances Nossen
Robert & Paula Maisel 28 Todd & Lauren Brodie 31 Arthur & Helene Gillingham
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YAHRZEITS WORSHIP – DECEMBER WITH US 2020 4 Thelma Baker James Bernard Elene Bobele Dr. Edwin R. Brody Murray Cassell Harry Chemerow Philip Datz Jerold M Dinaburg Jack Donnerstag Hannah Drucker Arthur George Fidel Jean Frank Gertrude Frankel Enoch Fredericks Martin Freedman Mildred Friedberg Harvey Friedman Betty Goldman Jacob Goldsmith Alan Jay Grossman Marilyn Harwick Vera Heilbrun Sylvia Ichel Adeline H Kassmir Abraham Katz Beatrice Lorber Golda Ludmanov Janette Manheim Irving Melnick Fanny Millstein Mary Missel Ruth Morrison Albert Oppenheim Meyer Palay Doris Anna Peltz Joseph C. Perman Jerome Phillips Denny Pollack Dorothy Richmond Agnes Rosen Joyce Rosenbach Joseph E. Rubenstein Arnold Rubin Steven Barry Saperstein Reuben Schwartz Rebecca Shapiro
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4 Robert Shifren Ada Siegel Jean Spielman Perry Switzen Marvin Tucker Dora Vogel Samuel Wasserman Dr. Samuel Weisberg 11 Edith Abels Martin Adlestein Sally Anderson Marion Anderson Sam Bender Charles Berger Mollie Berliss Steven Bluhm Lena Burke Max Chervitz Alice Cohn Evelyn C. Davis Rose Dinaburg Ruth Fisher Edward Fishman Ruth Freedman Morris Freschel Mack Fried David Friedman Helen Fritz Jean Geren Beatrice Glenn Sidney Goldberg Henry S Goldberg Jack Goldstein Nathan Grossman Robert Gurman Samuel F. Hacker Sherry Hyman Seymour Katz Alfred I. Krause Gloria Kushnir May Lipton Mollie Mitchell Denny Pollock Ethel Rosenthal Flora Salat Marion A. San Filippo
11 Julius Schmitzer Ted Sernovitz Sydnor Shatz Minette Gross Sissman Abe Skurow William Smith Harry Snyder Charles Sobelman Pearl Solomon Rosa Stein Bertha Swartz Sarah Tannenhaus Lillian Teitelbaum Ardmore Thompson Morris Treiser Max Tucker Max Waldman N. Arthur Wasserman Howard Wohlmuth Harry D. Wolinsky Lilly Yedid Frieda Zahn 18 David Appelbaum Eva Barr Max Bassin Stephen Bell Dorothy Berliss Louise Bernard Louis Broadman Leon Bush Samuel Cantor Anna Cohn Alan Dessoff Philip Dorfman Theodore Fink Shirley Fink Stephanie Freedman Charlotte Freschel Robert Fuchs Gertrude J. Gerber Zaki Gordon Ann Hendler Estelle Klepper Herman Herman Jaffe Edythe Kaden Philip Kaster
May their memories be a blessing. Zichronam liv’rachah.
18 Samuel Katz Selma Katz Edward Kauffman Sam Kohan Morris Loinger Herbert Mackoff Barbara Jean Miller Barbara Miller Max Missel Jeanette Nichols Clare S. Nusbaum Ruth Rodman Maurice Rubner Tullia Santini Jacob Schroeder Rubin Schwab Rose Shapiro Bernard Shnider Rose Siegel Debra Slutsker Russell Rusty Smith III Simon Stein Karen Swanson David Warshauer Justin Wolfe 25 Amy L. Albin Esrael Bassewitz Edward Berger Sidney Bernstein Larry Braen Azrael David Brandwynne Evelyn Brenner Minnie Brodsky Solomon Cahan Abraham Citrin Meyer Cohen David Cotler Celia Cristall Richard Diamond Beatrice Frankel Kenneth Freedman Louis Fritz Mary Glassman Morris Glicken Nelson Glueck David Golant
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YAHRZEITS – DECEMBER 2020 25 David Goldenblatt Abraham Hurvitz Anne Kalkstein Lamont Kaplan Morris Katz Bessie Kessler Pauline G. Levy Gertrude Mackoff Seymour Merker Gloria Molasky Boris Ostrovsky Samuel Palazzolo Ruth Poplock Gertrude Randall Bess Schlimer
25 Samuel Schwalb Leah Schwartzman Dr. Hyman D. Shapiro Pauline Shifren Steve Shore Irwin Spiegel Jack Spielman Molly Starman Raymond Torchon Mollie Turken Lawrence Wasserman Thelma Akabas Weiss Arnold Young Sylvia Zeidner
May their memories be a blessing. Zichronam liv’rachah.
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MEN’S CLUB
Men’s Club President Ron Yasbin
As December goes by, so goes by the year 2020. Clearly, we are looking for a better year in 2021. Some of the events that we had planned and others that were in the discussion stages have had to be canceled or altered to a virtual format. Despite these stressful times, the Men’s Club has maintained its membership as well as its ability to engage and support the Temple Shalom family. I personally want to thank all of you who continue to be supportive. There are some activities that I specifically want to mention this month. First, we are the official sponsor of the March 3 Jewish Book Festival event. The event features “Faster: How a Jewish Driver, and American Heiress and a Legendary Car Beat Hitler’s Best” by Neal Bascomb. Later this month we will be having a drawing for free tickets to this event. All paid up members of the Men’s Club will be eligible. An email with more information will follow. We will be co-sponsoring two upcoming programs with Sisterhood. On January 12, Clem Soffer will be discussing the rescue of Syrian Jews in the 90’s and his role in this great story. On February 9, we will either have our joint luncheon with a presentation, or a virtual presentation. The topic of this presentation will be on Egalitarianism within Judaism. This is an important and timely issue. Finally, on behalf of the entire Board of the Men’s Club I want to wish all of you and your families a happy and healthy Chanukah. When I think of relevant Chanukah related music, I am drawn to a song that was made famous by Peter, Paul and Mary: “Don’t Let the Light Go Out” which talks about the meaning of the Chanukah lights. You can listen to it at this url - https://tinyurl.com/y6ynw8pp L’Shalom, Ron
Thank you, Men’s Club!
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The Preschool is thrilled with the generous donation of TVs made by the Temple Shalom Men’s Club. To quote Rabbi Ariel Boxman, “Thank you again for your generosity and support. We are very lucky to have such a wonderful and thoughtful Men’s Club!”
SISTERHOOD
Wow! Thanksgiving has come and gone and Sisterhood is moving right along. We are still having programs and Board meetings. Remember, you have to be a member of Sisterhood to join a program. In November, we had a fun and interactive program with one of Naples’ artists, Bronia Ichel. She gave a talk about abstract artist, Jackson Pollack. Then we had an “at home” painting class. There were 29 participants. What fun it was for everyone!
Sisterhood President
Karen Cohn
Have you noticed the six needlepoint pictures that have been on display in the Social Hall? Those six designs were made by Garson and Ethel Dinaburg and Miriam Lewis many years ago and donated to The Jewish Center of Collier County, the forerunner of Temple Shalom. Garson was Temple Shalom’s first president and Ethel served as the first president of Sisterhood and later the treasurer. Miriam and her husband were the first editors of the Temple newsletter. Sisterhood is happy to announce that these six needlepoints will be receiving a refurbishing in the form of new frames. We are very happy to underwrite this project. Proudly Sponsored by Temple Shalom Sisterhood We are also proud to announce that Sisterhood is sponsoring featuring the Jewish Book Festival on December 22 at 1:00pm. The Rabbi Corinne Copnick book is “A Rabbi at Sea” by Rabbi Corinne Copnick. After author of A Rabbi at Sea retiring at age 73, she began a six-year journey to become an Tuesday, Dec. 22 • 1:00 pm ordained rabbi. Next, she became a rabbi on cruise ships. I believe OUR very own Rabbi Perman did that a few times, too. To hear this lecture there will be a $10 charge payable to the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. Look through this copy of The Voice for the ad for the Jewish Book Festival. If anyone is interested in helping Sisterhood with ideas for programs and fundraising, please feel free to call or email me and I will pass your name along. Karen Cohn, President Phone: 239-591-1494. Please leave a message. Email: kcohnrdh@gmail.com
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TIKKUN OLAM
Tikkun Olam Council Chair Ken Goldstein Social Action and the Pandemic: So Much More We Can Do Only a few more days until the end of 2020! I wish I could say with certainty that 2021 will be “normal,” but the good news is that we should feel thankful for how we have adjusted to so many new things. What hasn’t changed is that so many people in our community need help. The Tikkun Olam Council (TOC) has identified ways for members of our Congregation to help within our own community. We’ve transformed “Mitzvah Day” into “Mitzvah Madness” with targeted opportunities to help those in need right here in Collier and Lee Counties, like the recent Thanksgiving food collection for the Harry Chapin Food Bank. Watch for publicity about more of these opportunities in the coming months. Thanks to Marv Weisberg for leading a dedicated group of volunteers working on this initiative. We also recognize that we are part of a larger community. The TOC has held a number of forums dealing with health care, the environment, and reducing gun violence. Most recently, we had a forum on water quality here in Florida. We hope to work with the Union of Reform Judaism’s Religious Action Center (RAC) more closely now that they have established RAC FL to address issues that need long term solutions. More information coming soon. Finally, we cannot forget that we are also part of a community thousands of miles from Southwest Florida. In October, thanks to Judi Palay’s leadership, we held a virtual pizza dinner and Zoom meeting to help Jews in the former Soviet Union. Our Congregation has a fund called “Do Not Forget Us”that you can donate to. This fund supports Jews in the former Soviet Union all year long. We appreciate your time and generosity. It will really make a difference. As we head into the holiday season, we hope you will continue to remember families in our own community, across our country and around the world. Have a good idea? Contact kengoldstein@mac.com for more information on how to get involved.
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Check out this scholarship offer from The Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, Temple Shalom and Temple Shalom Men’s Club.
JEWISH SUMMER SCHOLARSHIP The Jewish Federation of Greater Naples Temple Shalom & Temple Shalom Men’s Club, together offer PARTIAL scholarships for Jewish Summer Camps & the Israel Experience for teens. There are scholarship opportunities for all Jewish children in Collier County regardless of congregation affiliation. For information and a scholarship application, contact your local synagogue or call the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples at 239-263-4205.
Scholarship request deadlines: Summer Camps: December 18, 2020 Israel Programs: February 5, 2021
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High School Students!
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Don’t miss this opportunity for the Patricia J. Adkins Youth Leadership Award!
PRESENTS:
Patricia J. Adkins Youth Leadership Award A one-time award of $2,500 for further education!
TO QUALIFY:
Jewish senior in high school Resident of Collier County Active in a congregation and/or BBYO Strong academic record Active leadership role in the community
Application Deadline: January 1, 2021 jewishnaples.org/scholarships-grants For Questions Contact Reneé at rbialek@jewishnaples.org
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Above
Beyond
Living, Loving, and Sharing Judaism
Help us Reach Our Goal for the Year! $338,000 $323, 700
Thank You! “Tzedakah and acts of kindness are the equivalent of all the mitzvot of the Torah” – Jerusalem Talmud, Pe’ah 1:1
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Torah Circle - $18,000 & Above Sue Bookbinder Stuart & Estelle Price Rabbi’s Circle $10,000 - $17,999 Linda & Dan Carp Carol Clarke Morton & Myra Friedman Merrill Hassenfeld & Dr. Paula Brody Elliot & Eloise Kaplan The Kaufman Family Dr. Mark & Anne Rubin Arlene & Donald Shapiro Howard & Janet Solot Joan Werhane Supporters $5,000 - $9,999 Anonymous Edward & Judith Anchel Carol Eicher Steven & Shelley Einhorn Michael & Anna Pierce Darren Samuel & Tammy Strohl-Samuel Phyllis Seaman Jackie Sherman David & Daryl Sissman Ashley & Anthony Solomon Leonard Teitelbaum
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Above
Beyond
Living, Loving, and Sharing Judaism Sponsors $2,000 - $4,999
Anonymous Aizenshtat Family Charitable Trust Shelly Berkle Martin & Karen Cohn Dr. Leonard & Barbara Cutler David Dembo Stanley & Karen Deutsch Deborah & Robert Fidel David Goldstein & Caroline Beasley Joel & Wendy Grossman Howard & Rachel Gutman David & Sue Lipman
David Millstein Rob & Fran Nossen Stephen & Sherry Pino Wayne & Toby Press Mae Riefberg Dr. Nathaniel & Susan Ritter Irene Smith Sandy Stone Robert & Arlene Subin Leslie & Mark Wasserman Michal Wiesler
Pillars $1,000 - $1,999 Anonymous Cantor Donna & Steve Azu Jane Berger Iris Bland Ted & Nancy Brother David Citrin Eric & Kathy Feinstein Marc & Jennifer Fleischer Steve & Ellen Goldberg Toby Kleban Levine Ron & Lin Klein Fran & Geoffrey Kroll Gracia Kuller Helaine & Marvin Lender Foundation Samuel & Trudy Levine John & Veora Little
Dorothy Magen Ralph & Bonnie Mandell Rabbi Adam Miller & Jennifer Siegal-Miller Dr. Sam Oshry Judi Palay Gilbert Rashbaum Rabbi Ariel Boxman & Asher Saida Marc & Joan Saperstein Jane Schiff Jessica & Scott Shwedel Russell & Gail Smith Judi & Dan Spintman Richard & Sara Treiser Nancy White Barry & Debbie Zvibleman
Thank You!
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Above
Beyond
Living, Loving, and Sharing Judaism Friends - $500 - $999
Anonymous Linda & Dan Abrams Susan Adler Howard & Sheila Agranat Eleanor & Walter Angoff Phyllis Barolsky Bennett & Mardelle Berman Bonnie Bodin Todd & Lauren Brodie Deenalil Caplan Kyle & Rachel Cohen Barbara Druckman Mark & Cheryl Feinberg Diana & Ken Goldstein Bruce Graev Linda Hamburger
Robert Hayum Neil & Stephanie Heuer Larry & Wendy Israelite Eugene & Bobbie Katz Lawrence & Carol Kurlander Moises & Janina Levy Merlin & Harriet Lickhalter Tracy & David Ornstein Franklin & Jacque Paulson Jane & Rabbi James Perman Charles & Judith Picus Jack & Susan Rabin Sandra Raizes Wendy Riedel Richard & Ellaine Rosen Lyle & Gloria Rosenzweig
Michael Rubner David & Rena Rutstein Ivan Seligman, M.D. Charles & Lori Siegel David & Gay Silberg Eugene & Carol Simon Robert & Myra Snyder Sheldon & Betsy Starman Joyce Toub Linda & Jerry Wainick Bruce & Barbara Winer Edward & Ellen Wollman Jack & Nancy Wiadro Melvyn & Judy Zahn
Builders- $250 - $499 Anonymous Edward & Cheryl Alexander Randi Barr Robert & Shirley Bassin Tom & Barb Carlstrom Philip & Judy Ciorciari Barbara Cohen Lois & Larry Cohen Burton & Miriam Cohn Marcy Cotton Mignon & Stanley Farb Ed & Leslie Feldman
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Michael & Alicia Feldman Alan & Eva Freeman Jack & Alice Gish Lenore Greenstein Michael Horowitz Fern & Andrew Jaffe Mel & Jenny Kaplan Andy & Di Karpman Dale & Lisa Katz Henry Kraus Barry & Mary Beth Levitz Godfrey Levy
Jacob & Rochelle Lieb Rosealie Liebovich-Hyman Ida & Jeff Margolis Sam & Rochelle Miller Martin Nicolau Fred & Lesa Pammer Loren & Barbara Rosenbach Marilyn Ross Myra Shapiro Lee & Sheryl Spielman Gail & Dr. Mel Ufberg Allen & Marla Weiss
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Above
Beyond
Living, Loving, and Sharing Judaism I/We Care
Anonymous (2) Alan & Doris Adlestein Felicia & Ken Anchor Shayna & Joel Aronson Stephen Bacharach William & Vicki Baker Shelly Baron Alvin & Sheila Becker Dr. Lydia S. Bond Eleanor Bonder Francene Boxer Harvey & Maxine Brenner Randi Butterworth Neil A. Chessin James B. Cochran Eileen & Stephen Cohen Neil & Judy Cohen Pedro Cruz Robert Davidson & Shellie Specter Linda Denning Sandy & Sid Diamond Gary & Linda Dworkin Donna Egdes Stephen Feldblum Jeanette & Glenn Fischer Julie Fischer David & Eloyse Fisher Pearl Fishman-Thall Carole & Jason Flegel Beverly & Marshall Fried Joshua & Esther Garfield Jeri Glueck Ted Goldberg & Jeri Hall Richard & Donna Goldblatt Marsha & Michael Goldstein Miriam & Adam Goldstein
David & Cary Goodman Maxine Gould Howard & Sherry Greenfield Susan & Tom Hager Ronald & Ronna Hain Michael & Ellen Hoffman Rick Holsbeke Michael & Susan Horowitz Andrew & Bronia Ichel Dr. & Mrs. David M Isaacson Jim & Ellen Kahn Merrylee & Dr. Joseph Kandel Albert & Roslyn Katz Ellen Pam Katz Leatrice Kaye & Marty McHugh Frances Kline Pam & Warren Krangel Jo Ann Kravitz Ira & Barbara Kushnir Jose Lairet & Fabiana Kivilevic Bernard Lashinsky Gale Lazarus Peter & Enid Levi Carol & Michael H. Levy Victor Lucas Phyllis S. Luts Bill Maltby & Nancy Brown Dr. Terry & Nancy Meyer Martin I Millender Judy & Jim Miller Robin & Andy Mintz Joyce & Paul Moskowitz Leonard & Jean Nacht Nancy & John Nittolo Robert & Caryl Palazzolo Jerry & Karen Pam
Thank You!
Susan & Joel Pittelman Maxine Rachelle Jeffrey & Sandy Randall Reilly Family Fred & Muriel Rosenfeld Paul Rosofsky George & Cynthia Rubin RosaLee & Wil Rudman Gabriela Saad Karyn & Rowan Samuel Martin & Elaine Samuels Sandra & Charles Sanfilippo Debbe & Danny Schertzer Pamela Schoen Caroline & William Schulhof Avra Schwab Rona & Norman Senior Paul & Jane Shaw Bruce & Carol Sherman Helen & Marty Siegal Elliott & Retta Singer Susan & Arthur Sissman Abbie & Paul Sladick Janet & Russell Sobelman Michael & Ann Swartz Ann & Sam Varsano Lisa & Norman Vogel David Weil & Ruth Halperin Marv & Carol Weisberg Shelly & Jan Whitman David & Carol S. Wolfe Deborah & Franklin Wyman Ron & Sherrill Yasbin Suzann & Steve Yussen Howard & Kathy Zack
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TZEDAKAH Showing We Care Contributions to Temple Shalom funds are wonderful ways to show your appreciation of family and friends, to celebrate happy occasions and to honor the memories of loved ones. We suggest a minimum donation of chai ($18.00). With a minimum donation of chai, a notice of your gift will be sent to the honoree and mention will be published in The Voice.
Operations Funds General Fund
Support Temple operations
Capital R eserve
Maintain and enhance buildings and grounds
Security Fund
Improve safety and security
Education Funds
Endowment Funds
Enhances adult education programs
R eligious School Fund
Secures the future, enriches programs and provides for emergency needs of the congregation
R eligious School Enrichment Fund
Herbert & Ruth A bramson Endowment
A dult Education Fund
Supplies and activities for Jewish learning Augments educational programming
Perry L. Switzen Educational Fund Religious School scholarships for
Supplements general operations and provides enrichment for Temple functions
Polster R eligious School Scholarship Fund
Honey Berkle Endowment
Supports overall mission of Temple Shalom
Ben Calmenson Fund
Paula Brody & Merrill Hassenfeld Endowment
Joseph S. Weinfeld Faculty Development Fund
K raus Scholar-In-R esidence Endowment
Youth Activities Fund
Gracia & Merrill Kuller Family Fund
Religious School scholarships
Sponsors children to attend Camp Coleman
Enrichment activities for Religious School teachers
Financial assistance for our youth to attend Camp Coleman, regional/ national youth ‘Leaves’, ‘Rocks’ and ‘Stars of David’ dedication conventions, and Israel summer experiences. opportunities are available. Preschool Fund Supplies and activities for the Preschool Tribute Garden Enhance garden, buildings and grounds. Preschool Enrichment Fund Dedication opportunities are available. Special programs in Preschool
Tree of Life
Worship Funds
General Endowment
A rby Lipman Children's Library
Supports operating and capital expenses
Brings visiting scholars to the Temple as an educational benefit to the membership Supports the overall mission of Temple Shalom
Low Family Endowment
Secures the future of Temple Shalom and Reform Judaism in Southwest Florida
Temple Shalom Sisterhood Endowment Fund Supports the religious school
Truly Nolen Family Endowment
Memorial Fund
For the purchase of books, magazines subscriptions and supplies
William Freschel K iddush Fund
Jack and Charlotte Ward Family Children's Music Shelf
For general charitable uses and purposes
A rtist-in-R esidence Fund
R abbi Miller’s Discretionary Fund
Library Fund
Cantor A zu's Discretionary Fund
Books, magazine subscriptions and supplies
R abbi Boxman’s Discretionary Fund
Donations in memory of loved ones Provides Kiddush lunch each Saturday following worship services. A $250 donation sponsors Kiddush in honor of a special someone or occasion.
Flower Fund
Bimah flowers each Shabbat. A $150.00 donation sponsors flowers in memory or in honor of a special someone or occasion
Mitzvah Baskets Fund
Audio and video music for children
To bring visiting musical artists to the Temple as an educational benefit to the membership
R abbi James & Jane Perman Library
Bimah food baskets for Shabbat. A $100 donation purchases several hundred dollars of food for The Senior Center at JFCS.
Social Action Fund
Dr. Philip & Shirley Gilbert Music Fund
Supports Temple’s participation in social justice events and activities
Enhances music at Temple Shalom
Prayerbook Fund
Prayer books and Torah commentaries. Prayer books - $54, Torah commentary - $100 High Holy Days prayer books (set) - $108
Stuart & Estelle Price A/V Fund For the purpose of enhancing, improving and maintaining Temple Shalom’s livestreaming capabilities
David and Lillian Thalenfeld Fund for Social Justice
Supports the overall mission of Temple Shalom
Janet & Howard Solot Endowment
Clergy & Leadership Funds For tzedakah, charitable purposes, and general enhancement of the Rabbi's work
For tzedakah, charitable purposes and general enhancement of the Cantor's work
For tzedakah, charitable purposes, and general enhancement of the Rabbi’s work.
Leadership Fund
Enhances and enriches leadership programs at Temple Shalom
Oneg Shabbat Fund
Sponsors Onegs in celebration of an event or to honor someone. This fund is administered by Temple Shalom Sisterhood. Please contact Sandy Stone (239) 597-1553.
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DONATIONS TO TEMPLE SHALOM ABOVE & BEYOND
In Memory Of Chuck Eder from Jody & Sheldon Hirst
ARTIST-IN RESIDENCE WEEKEND
In Memory Of Sara Margolis from Marc & Linda Simon
CANTOR AZU DISCRETIONARY FUND In Memory Of Richie Barr from Dan & Judi Spintman Ruth M. Fisher from David Fisher & Eloyse Fisher Agnes Pearl Rosen from Robyn Deering
DAVID & LILLIAN THALENFELD FUND
In Memory Of Reuben Schwartz from Carol & Marv Weisberg Goldye Meyer from Carol & Marv Weisberg Goldye Meyer from Fred Meyer
DR. PHILIP & SHIRLEY GILBERT MUSIC FUND
In Memory Of Richie Barr from Gilbert Rashbaum High Holidays services from Ellen & Steve Goldberg
ENDOWMENT FUND
In Memory Of Frank Lickhalter, Sophia Lickhalter, Larry Brain from Harriet & Merlin Lickhalter
GENERAL FUND
In A ppreciation Of Temple from Elayne Gundeck The Cheesecake Drive. It was delicious! From Frances Kline In Honor Of Rabbi Jim Perman’s 80th birthday from Cathy Neuman & Richard Gross The birth of Lori & Chuck Siegel’s grandson from Surelle & Barry Wind In Memory Of Nelson Ross, Esther Fireman and Martin Fireman from Barbara Ross Chuck Eder from Bob & Emmy Friedenberg Sam Steinhouse from Carl & Diana Steinhouse Ione Budner from Carolyn Greenberg Sara Margolis from Daniel Kamm Mary Grossman from Debby & Jeff Waranch Dr. Joseph Dessoff from Edwin & Nancy Colodny Carl Ruwalski from Ellen & Michael Hoffman Ilene Helfand from Gene Helfand Bernard Blacker from Gerald & Natalie Lewis Joseph Brenner, Evelyn Brenner and Gertrude Frankel from Harvey & Maxine Brenner Charles David Eder from Jeffrey & Ellen Gluskin Linda Lyon from Mark & Susan Sherwin Sara Margolis from Nancy Kahn Chuck Eder from Susan Benjamin With Prayers for a Speedy R ecovery Ron Moore from Wilbur & RosaLee Rudman
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GRACIA & MERRILL KULLER FAMILY FUND
In Memory Of Merrill Kuller and Jeffrey Kuller from Gracia Kuller Louis Klein from Gracia Kuller
HONEY BERKLE ENDOWMENT FUND
In Memory Of Sherry Hyman from Ronna & Ron Hain Bertha Applebaum from Shelly Berkle
JOSEPH S. WEINFELD FACULTY DEVELOPMENT FUND
In Honor Of Helen Weinfeld on her 99th birthday from Eugene & Bobbie Katz
MEMORIAL FUND
In Memory Of Loren M. Rosenbach from Beth & Jerry Myles Norman Wain from Robyn and Barry Kove
MITZVAH DAY DONATIONS
In A ppreciation Of Rabbi Miller’s concern and kindness from Linda & Marc Simon In Memory Of Rebecca Snyder from Carol & Marv Weisberg
PERRY L. SWITZEN EDUCATIONAL FUND
In Memory Of Marvin Tucker from Randi Tucker Barr, PhD
PRAYERBOOK FUND
In Memory Of Sadie Walkenberg and Frank Walkenberg from David & Cary Goodman
RABBI JAMES AND JANE PERMAN LIBRARY
In Honor Of R abbi Perman on his 80th birthday From Bernard & Bobbie Lublin Burton & Carol Hirsch Charles & Judith Picus David & Cary Goodman Eleanor Bonder Eloyse & David Fisher Eugene & Bobbie Katz Harold & Lisa Lauber Howard & Sheila Agranat Janet & Howard Solot Gracia Kuller Mae Riefberg Nathaniel & Susan Ritter Wendy Wald Wilbur & RosaLee Rudman In Honor Of Alan Jaffe’s birthday from Liz Jaffe In Memory OF David Wolf from Howard & Sheila Agranat
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DONATIONS TO TEMPLE SHALOM
RABBI MILLER’S DISCRETIONARY FUND
In A ppreciation Of Rabbi Miller for his M'Shebeirach prayers for our dear friends Laura Podaras and Allison Perlis from Leonard & Barbara Cutler In Memory Of David Goldenblatt from Eleanor Bonder Max Moskowitz from Jeffrey & Ida Margolis Ted Sernovitz from Millie & Jim Sernovitz
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL EDUCATION FUND
In Memory Of Allen B. Katz from Albert & Roslyn Katz
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL ENRICHMENT FUND
Now you can shop at Amazon.com and support Temple Shalom at the same time. Visit amazonsmile.com before you begin to shop and select Temple Shalom, Inc. as your charity of choice. Amazon will donate .5% of the price of eligible smile.amazon.com purchases to Temple Shalom. A direct link can also be found on the home page of the Temple Shalom website. Happy Shopping!
In Memory Of Richie Barr from David & Daryl Sissman
SECURITY FUND
In Memory Of Evelyn Alexander from Edward Alexander Pearl Waldman Glaser, Esrael Bassewitz, Arthur Bassewitz, Bobbi Bassewitz, P.Peter Bassewitz from Harold &Lisa Lauber Robert J. Millstone from Susan Ritter
TEMPLE SHALOM SISTERHOOD ENDOWMENT FUND
In Honor Of Helen Weinfeld from Susan & Joel Pittelman
WILLIAM FRESCHEL KIDDUSH FUND
In Memory Of Maurice Rubner from Michael Rubner
You Still Haven’t Created Your Temple Shalom Online Account? Setting up your Temple Shalom online account allows you to access the membership database and see all of your personal information, pay your bills, see your yahrzeits, RSVP for events, register for Religious/Hebrew School, classes and programs, make donations online, view the Membership Directory, access the calendar and many other features within the site. Getting started is easy! 1. Go to www.naplestemple.org and click the Login button in the top right corner of the page. 2. Click forgot password and enter your email address where prompted. 3. You’ll receive an email with a link and instructions for setting up your account. 4. Click the link and follow the on screen instructions to create your password Contact info@naplestemple.org if you need assistance. 32
ENDOWMENTS & PLANNED GIVING
Why Temple Shalom? If the values and traditions of your Jewish heritage make your life more meaningful— if the principles of inclusion, equality and continuity speak to your heart and your mind— if you believe Jews need a Jewish community, and the community needs a Jewish home— then a legacy gift to Temple Shalom is a tribute to who you are and what you stand for.
WHAT DO WE BELIEVE? At Temple Shalom, we embrace the central tenets of Judaism—God, Torah and Israel—even as we celebrate the diversity of Jewish beliefs and practices. We believe we are called to make our world whole and holy through Tikkun Olam. We welcome all—young and old; families, singles and couples; Jews by birth and Jews by choice; interfaith families and members of the LGBT community. We are committed to the absolute equality of women in all areas of Jewish life. And of the highest priority are our children— nurturing and educating the next generation to give them the greatest gift of all, a strong and positive Jewish identity.
SECURING OUR FUTURE In giving to sustain our present and secure our future, you honor those who came before us, enrich the community with whom you share the joys and challenges of your life today, and ensure a Jewish future for those who will follow—and like us, seek a diverse and egalitarian place of prayer, study and community in Naples, Florida. 33
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How To Give Endowment
Planne d G if t s
The Temple Shalom General Endowment Fund is administered and managed by the Community Foundation of Collier County, which offers a high level of professional service and support. The Community Foundation has a strong reputation for fiscal stewardship, and offers high quality, cost-efficient services. Also important to Temple Shalom and our donors is the Foundation’s acceptance of unusual assets (e.g., privately held stock and personal valuables), planned giving services, and astute advice and counsel. There are many different ways to give which offer substantial tax benefits to many donors. We welcome the opportunity to assist you and your advisors in planning a contribution that suits your needs, and we deeply appreciate you considering a gift to sustain and secure Temple Shalom.
Your gift of any size to the Temple Shalom General Endowment Fund will make a substantial and lasting difference. A legacy gift is a reflection of your love of family, community and sacred Jewish values, and a meaningful way to ensure that our kehilla kedoshah —our sacred community, our One Family—will continue to thrive for generations to come.
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ENDOWMENTS & PLANNED GIVING
G IVING NOW
ENDOWMENT
Our Endowment Funds will provide critical annual support while helping to ensure the long-term health of Temple Shalom. All gifts are invested carefully, with the investment income from endowment gifts potentially available, allowing the principal to grow over time.
CASH AND MARKETABLE SECURITIES
RETIREMENT PLAN ASSETS
CLOSELY HELD AND RESTRICTED STOCK
GIFTS OF LIFE INSURANCE
Marketable securities include stocks, bonds and shares of mutual funds
Contributing closely held or restricted stock to maximize giving options and minimize tax liability cost-effectively.
TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY
Give tangible personal property such as rare books, furniture and artwork.
REAL ESTATE A donation of a home, farm, commercial building, subdivision lot or unimproved land. This can lead to an immediate income tax deduction for the charitable value of the gift and capital gains tax savings.
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With a completed endowment gift of $10,000 or more, you will become a member of our Eternal Light Society. In addition, a completed endowment gift of $10,000 or more enables you, should you choose, to create a named endowment fund in honor or memory of family, friends or colleagues.
Name the Temple Shalom General Endowment Fund as a primary or contingent beneficiary of a qualified retirement plan (i.e. IRA, SEP, 401(k), 403(b), etc.). You may be able to make a larger gift than you anticipate.
Name the Temple Shalom General Endowment Fund as a primary or contingent beneficiary of a life insurance policy. If we are named both sole owner and beneficiary of a paid-up policy, you may be eligible for a charitable income tax deduction. Your additional premiums may also be tax deductible. Note: The information in this publication is not intended as legal or tax advice. For legal advice, please consult an attorney. Consult your professional advisor when making a decision regarding tax deductions and contributions.
ENDOWMENTS & PLANNED GIVING
G IVING L ATER Planned gifts designating the Temple Shalom General Endowment Fund as your beneficiary can help you match your personal financial goals with your desire to ensure the future of Temple Shalom. Like many people, you may want to hold on to your money and other assets for now, just to be sure you can meet your family’s future financial needs. Consider a planned gift. Creatively structured to provide tax advantages and benefit you and your family for as long as you wish, planned gifts allow you to provide support at a higher level than you may think possible.
PLANNED GIFTS
BEQUESTS
The most traditional form of a deferred gift is a bequest. Consider including the Temple Shalom General Endowment Fund in your will or revocable (living) trust.
HONORARY AND MEMORIAL GIFT
Many people may want to give to the Temple Shalom General Endowment Fund in honor or memory of family, friends or colleagues.
CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITY This is a way for you to receive guaranteed income for life and an immediate income tax deduction, while at the same time, leaving a charitable legacy.
CHARITABLE TRUSTS Charitable Remainder Trust By gifting assets to establish a charitable remainder trust, you receive an immediate tax deduction and lifetime income for you or your named beneficiary or beneficiaries. You also reduce or avoid capital gains taxes associated with the gifted asset. Eventually, when the trust’s term is complete, the remaining assets pass on to Temple Shalom.
Charitable Lead Trust Gifting assets to establish a charitable lead trust may provide gift or estate tax savings while fulfilling the donor’s charitable wishes. A charitable lead trust provides income payments to Temple Shalom for a specified period of time, after which the trust is transferred to your designated beneficiaries.
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Wide y t i n u Comm
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Let’s light our menorahs together on the first night of Chanukah! Thursday, December 10
Free event starts at 5pm Register at www.jewishnaples.org A link will be emailed to those who register. Please register one per household.
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Temple Shalom, Temple Shalom Sisterhood, and Temple Shalom Men’s Club are proud to be a sponsor of the Jewish Book Festival. From fact to fiction, and history to mystery, the Festival will have something for everyone. We hope that you will take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to enjoy a vast array of literary events from the comfort of your home.
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YESh Hebrew 4:30pm
Melton Year 1 10:00am
Shabbat evening service 7:30pm
Melton Year 2 10:00am
Melton Elective class 2:00pm
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Melton Elective class 2:00pm
YESh Hebrew 4:30pm
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Melton Year 1 10:00am Melton Year 2 10:00am
5 Torah Study 9:00am Shabbat morning service 10:00am Havdalah 7:30pm
Sisterhood Book Bag 1:30pm
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11 Family Shabbat Experience 5:30pm Shabbat evening service 7:30pm
12 Torah Study 9:00am Shabbat ShaPlay 10:00am* Shabbat morning service 10:00am Havdalah 7:30pm
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Melton Elective class 2:00pm
TOC meeting 1:30pm
Confirmation class 9:00am
Executive Committee meeting 6:00pm
YESh Hebrew 4:30pm
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Torah Study 9:00am Shabbat morning service 10:00am
Rosh Chodesh 5:00pm
Havdalah 7:30pm
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PRESCHOOL WINTER CAMP
No YESh
Israel Book Discussion Group 11:00am
No YESH
Temple office
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Shabbat evening service 7:30pm (via Zoom)
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Decade of Distinction
Celebrating 10 Ten Years of Service to Temple Shalom
Honoring Rabbi Adam Miller & Cantor Donna Azu MARCH 14, 2021 AT 7:00PM VIRTUAL