We look forward to seeing you at our meaningful Shabbat service in the Sanctuary, when we will celebrate Jewish Peoplehood.
If you would prefer to join us virtually, click here to livestream the service.
REMINDER: to enhance security, a password is now required to view our livestream. The password and instructions to log in to the livestream will be sent to you in a separate email. If you have any questions, call the temple office at 516.621.6800.
Co-Chaired
by
Carol & James Rotenberg and Lauren & David Borkon
The notion of Jewish Peoplehood encompasses Judaism as a civilization with a collective story, religion, culture, language, ethical tradition, and dedication to community. Our goal in presenting this series is to strengthen the connection between Jews around the world.
our next program in the series: Friday, December 6 • 6:30pm during our Shabbat Service
We are excited to welcome Rabbi Stas Wojciechowicz to Temple Sinai. Rabbi Wojciechowicz leads the Ec Chaim Center and Synagogue for Progressive Judaism, in Warsaw, Poland, and was the first non-Orthodox rabbi in the community. Born and raised in Uzbekistan, Rabbi Wojciechowicz immigrated to Israel at the age of 17.
A graduate of Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion in Jerusalem, he served as a congregational rabbi in Ashdod, Israel and St. Petersburg, Russia, before joining the Ec Chaim Center in 2010. Rabbi Wojciechowicz also serves as a Vice Chair of the Polish Council of Christians and Jews, and is one of the founders of the Central European Beit Din, the Jewish law court for Progressive Jews in five countries - Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Austria. A goalkeeper for the Warsaw Maccabi football team,Rabbi Wojciechowicz is fluent in four languages: Russian, Hebrew, English and Polish.
saturday morning minyan
Saturday, December 7 at 9:00am
ONLY VIA ZOOM
Shabbat is a time for reflection, gratitude, and enrichment.
All are welcome on Saturday mornings as we blend ancient traditions and modern interpretations.
Rabbi Ilana Schachter invites you to a reflective experience filled with prayer and learning. No previous
From the comfort of your home, go on a Jewish journey that is sure to inspire!
During each session, Rabbi White will discuss a different topic from a Jewish perspective. Pour your favorite cocktail, iced tea, coffee, or other drink of choice and join the conversation.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12 AT 5:30PM
The Jewish holidays are rich in meaning and inspiring wisdom for navigating through modern life. Together, we will study ancient and contemporary teachings that will elevate and deepen our celebrations of these sacred days and the peaks and valleys we experience in our lives.
Mondays at 7:00pm • in the Library
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17 • 7:30PM
WITH RABBI JOSH WEINBERG
Vice President of the URJ for Israel & Reform Zionism, and Executive Director of ARZA, the Association of Reform Zionists of America
Zionism is the national liberation movement of the Jewish People. It was the movement founded in the 19th century that led to the creation of the Modern State of Israel in 1948. Zionism was never a monolithic idea; it spans a diverse ideological spectrum, resulting in the term meaning many different and potentially completely contradictory things. For some, Zionism represents the fulfillment of the dream of being a free people in our Land, and for others, it may have negative connotations, including representing the policies of the current Israeli government.
We will explore a brief history and background of Zionism as an idea and reflect on how we as North American Reform Jews can think about Zionism in different ways as we explore life in a post-October 7th world.
Register at mysinai.org/rabbijoshweinberg
SINAI CINEMA
HELLO GIRLS THE
a documentary directed by James Theres
Sunday, January 5 • 2:00pm at Temple Sinai
In 1918, the U.S. Army Signal Corps sent 223 women to France as telephone operators to help win the Great War. They were intrepid, united in a common cause, and like Joan of Arc before them, they wanted to save France. Told through 100-year-old letters, photos, rare archival footage, and interviews with family and historians, this documentary brings to life a story that was almost entirely unknown.
Register at mysinai.org/hellogirls
Hello Girls operating switchboards at general headquarters in Chaumont, France (November 5, 1918)
If you are looking for new ways to promote and grow your business, we hope you will join us.
The next meeting of Temple Sinai’s amazing networking group, CONNECT, will take place on Wednesday, December 4 at 9:00am at Diane’s Bakery Cafe (23 Bryant Avenue, Roslyn).
The mission of CONNECT is to bring professionals together with the goal of referring good contacts and potential clients to one another. By helping one another improve our businesses, we are helping to improve the well-being of our Temple Sinai community.
We hope you will join us!
Let us know you are coming by clicking here.
Friend of a Friend Chanukah Luncheon
Thursday, December 5 12:00pm Mim’s Restaurant
To RSVP or learn more, contact Barbara Blatte by clicking here.
Friday, December 6 • 9:30am via ZOOM check your email for log-in
Let’s Fill the Community Food Bank
Pause and imagine the feeling if food was on your “wish list.”
We are partnering with the Sid Jacobson JCC to supply the Community Needs Food Bank with the items on their wish list.
Please drop off the following items in the bins in the temple lobby, OR order have the items shipped directly to the temple from Amazon using this link. (NON-PERISHABLES ONLY; NO GLASS JARS):
• canned protein (chicken, salmon, sardines, tuna)
• peanut butter or alternative nut butter
• canned vegetables (carrots, corn)
• canned fruit in juice
• applesauce
• low sodium soups
• pasta
• pasta sauce
• hot cereal (Cream of Wheat, Farina)
• pancake mix
• syrup
Book
Fairies Make Magic Happen!
BOOK DRIVE - DECEMBER 1-10
Book Fairies knows how many ways reading can change a child’s life and future. This organization partners with teachers, schools, and libraries in lowresourced areas by donating books to encourage the learning and love of reading.
Please donate new and gently used books for ALL ages and drop them off in the bins in the temple lobby.
Sid Jacobson JCC Toy Drive! NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 15
We are partnering with the Sid Jacobsen JCC for their Holiday Wishes Wrapped in Love Toy Drive – DROP OFF YOUR DONATIONS AT THE SID JACOBSEN JCC NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 15.
Help make this holiday special for children in our community! Click here to see what’s on the wish list, and drop off your present at the Sid Jacobson JCC.
Receive an Electric Bill Discount of $40 or More Every Month
Our Household Assistance Program can save you $40 or more every month if you receive benefits from at least one of the eligibility programs shown on the application below. Enroll today to claim your savings.
You may enroll electronically via:
• An online form on our website
• An application you can download, fill in and email.
Enrolling is easy!
Simply scan the QR code to go to our online application. You may provide necessary documents electronically.
Qualifying Programs
Please check the program(s) from which you now receive assistance:
n Child Health Plus
n Federal Lifeline Program
n Federal Public Housing Assistance
n Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
n Medicaid
Stay Warm This Winter
HEAP Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps low-income New Yorkers pay for their energy bills. If your bills are more than you can handle, HEAP may be able to help you heat your home.
Don’t forget to include your qualifying documentation.
Visit psegliny.com/financialassistance click the Household Assistance Program to apply Email Us:
PSEG-li-customeradvocacy@pseg.com
n Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
n Supplemental Security Income (SSI) (Social Security not accepted)
n Temporary Assistance __Family Assistance (FA) __Safety Net Assistance (SNA)
HEAP May Be Able to Help
You if Your Source of Heat is: • Electricity • Propane • Natural Gas
• Wood/Wood Pellets
Oil
• Kerosene
Coal
How Do You Apply? You can apply the following ways:
• In Person: You can apply at your local Department of Social Services - or –
• By Phone and Mail: You can call your local DSS and ask them to mail you a HEAP application- or –
• Online: www.myBenefits.ny.gov
n United States Veterans Disability Pension/Surviving Spouse Pension __Non-Service Connected Disability
