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UPCOMING EVENTS
September 15 at 7:30 pm
SHABBAT SERVICES & DEDICATION OF NEW TORAH COVER
September 17 at 10:30 am
EREV ROSH HASHANAH SERVICES
September 22 @ 7:30 pm
SHABBAT SERVICES
September 24 at 11:00 am
BOOK CLUB BOOK BRUNCH
The Yiddish Policemen's Union
with Cellist Rachel Halverson
September 30
October 28
WOMEN'S GROUP BRING YOUR OWN CRAFT EVENT
details to follow
November 12
CNT DINNER CLUB
location TBD
December 3 from noon - 5:00 pm
4TH ANNUAL SHOPPING EVENT
December 18 from 6:30-7:30 pm
MENORAH LIGHTING
At Glover Park (Marietta Square)
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CLERGY & STAFF
Rabbi Joseph Prass
Religious School Asst Principal: Rebecca Sussman
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Director of Communications: Wendy Meyer
Director of Education: Bob Huebsch
Director at Large: Johanna Kohler
Director at Large: Bob Abrams
Director at Large: Robert Goldstein
Past President: Kristine Goldstein
EDITORS
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MEMBER NEWS
1-Stephanie Milford
4-Geoffrey Doleys
10-Raelyn Seitel
10-Melanie Zimmerman
14-Robert Huebsch
15-Jordan Zimmerman
23-Ethan Goldstein
24-Christina Katz
27-Jessy Ungar
29-Kim Blass
September Anniversaries
1-Julie & Ken Segal
3-Rabbi Joseph & Leslie Prass
5-Bob & Sue Huebsch
5-Stuart Napshin & Evelyn Orenbuch
27-Jennifer & Brad Seitel
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Please keep the following friends and family
in your prayers for a return to health:
Jaque Bingham
Paul Burstein
Andrew Goldstein
Emily Gutenstein
Robert Gutenstein
Bob Huebsch
Jeff McMullen
Hal Schwartz
Jeff Segal
Liz Troshane
Mitchell Schreibman
Beth Landsberg
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IN LOVING MEMORY
We remember t
hose who passed away this year:
Sheila Blum, sister in law of Sue & Larry Goldstein
Sharon Frankel, sister of Robin Flake
Carl Gurgold
Lenore Meyer, mother of Paul Meyer
Guta Pech, grandmother of Heather Pacin
Ira Ungar, father of Julie Segal
Donald Ward, grandfather of Paul Kohler
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YAHRZEITS
With fondness and affect
ion we recall those
whose Yahrzeits
are in September. We remember:
Sophie Perlman, grandmother of Robin Flake
Morton Schwartz, father of Hal Schwartz
Arthur Katz, father of Brian Katz
Edward Kahn, father of Linda Kamisher
Philip Birner, father of Marci Zied
Seth Zimering, father of Daryl McMillan
Morrie Landsberg, father of Joel Landsberg
Ada Cohen, grandmother of Alan Handel
Mildred Kagan, mother of Jule Kagan
Yehi zichronam l'vracha
- may their memories be
for a blessing; may they rest in peace. Amen.
Observe the tradition of giving tzedakah (charity) to commemorate
the annual Yahrzeit of a loved one's passing by making a donation
in their memory.
CLICK HERE
to donate. If you would like to
purchase
a plaque in memory of your loved ones,
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Mitzvah Moments
Save the dates for these upcoming B'nei Mitzvot:
Ethan Goldstein * October 21, 2017
Geoffrey Doleys * November 18, 2017
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TORAH PORTION
Nitzavim - Vayeilech ...
You Stand [This Day] / [Moses] Went
Deuteronomy 29:9-30:20, 31:1-30
You stand this day, all of you, before the Eternal your God--you tribal heads, you elders, and you officials, all of the men of Israel, you children, you women, even the stranger within your camp, from woodchopper to water drawer... -
Deuteronomy 29:9-10
Moses went and spoke these things to all Israel. He said to them: "I am now one hundred and twenty years old, I can no longer be active. Moreover, the Eternal has said to me, 'You shall not go across yonder Jordan.'" -
Deuteronomy 31:1-2
SUMMARY:
- Moses tells the assembled people that God's covenant speaks
to them and to all of the generations who will follow. (29:9-14)
- God warns the Israelites that they will be punished if they act idolatrously, the way the inhabitants of the other nations do.
(29:15-28)
- Moses reassures the people that God will not forsake them
and that they can attain blessings by following God's commandments. (30:1-20)
- Moses tells the assembled people that God's covenant speaks
to them and to all of the generations who will follow. (29:9-14)
- God warns the Israelites that they will be punished if they act idolatrously, the way the inhabitants of the other nations do.
(29:15-28)
- Moses reassures the people that God will not forsake them
and that they can attain blessings by following God's commandments. (30:1-20)
- Moses prepares the people for his death and announces that Joshua will succeed him. (31:1-8)
- Moses instructs the priests and the elders regarding the importance
of reading the Torah. (31:9-13)
- God informs Moses that upon his death, the people will commit idolatry and "many evils and troubles shall befall them." God tells Moses to teach the people a poem that will "be My witness."
(31:14-30)
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CONSIDER A DONATION
Whether in honor of a Bar Mitzvah, birthday, anniversary, or in memory of someone special,
please consider a donation to Congregation Ner Tamid.
We have the following funds in place:
Education Fund * General Fund * High Holiday Fund * Building Fund * Heidi Meyer Camp Scholarship Fund * Sunshine Fund (for assisting those in need).
Recognition letters are
sent for all donations and contributions.
SPECIFIC NEEDS
We are still in need of artwork for the sanctuary and an android based tablet.
All donations are greatly appreciated!
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SPONSOR AN ONEG!
If you would like to sponsor an oneg for a special occasion, such as a birthday, anniversary, birth of a child o
Let
r grandchild, but don't have time, contact the Ritual Committee at
[email protected]
. Let them
know what occasion you will be sponsoring the oneg for, how many
you are expecting and send payment to the Ritual Committee,
and they will set everything up!
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We have partnered with Box Tops for
Education. Simply cut the complete Box Top
off the package and turn into the collection box located in the community room. Collection sheets |are available for you to use as well. Simply attach your box tops to the sheet and drop in the box when the sheet is filled up.
Box Tops are found on products you already purchase. A complete
list is available at the front desk.
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SIGN UP FOR KROGER REWARDS !!!
 CNT rneeds you to help our reward donations grow!
If you are not already registered, please sign up
today or re-link your code for CNT at krogercommunityrewards.com with code 63646 or
CLICK HERE
. Re-Registration is required each school year.
And don't forget to use your Kroger card!
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SMILE BEFORE YOU SHOP ON AMAZON!
CNT receives a 0.5% rebate on any sales made using the procedure described in the "smile amazon" link at
https://smile.amazon.com/ch/11-3783248. Register now and the congregation will get this rebate.
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September 14, 2017 | 23 Elul
5777
Shabbat Candle Lighting 7:26 pm on Friday, September 15, 2017
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I hope everyone has survived Irma and is doing well. If there is anything you need that CNT can provide please reach out to us.
The High Holiday season is starting at CNT.
This Friday night will be dedicating our second Torah High Holiday cover, mantle and yad. We will have the Torahs out
for the ceremony as we move into this sacred time of year.
Services begin at 7:30 pm.
On Sunday at 10:30 am the Rabbi will be conducting a class on Yom Kippur in the sanctuary. This is a continuation of the class on Rosh Hashana held last month. We are looking forward to the same great attendance we had for the first class. Immediately follow there will be a bring you own shofar training session. Everyone with a shofar and hot air is encouraged to attend.
There is still time to get your High Holiday tickets. They are complimentary to members and visitors affiliated with another
URJ congregation. Tickets for member guests are $72 and
$90 for non-members. This is for all High Holiday services.
We look forward to seeing you.
Michael Gutenstein
President
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NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR
BOARD OF DIRECTOR ELECTIONS
The following important positions will be elected this year:
Vice President,
Director of Communications
Director or Finance/Treasurer
Directors At Large (2 positions)
NOMINATIONS WILL CLOSE OCTOBER 5TH
You may nominate any member of the Congregation, including yourself! Send your nomination to
[email protected] or give them to any member of the Elections Committee: Stuart Napshin, Sue Huebsch, Heather Pacin, or Stephanie Milford. A Committee member will follow up with your Nominee about the position and to review the qualification requirements in the By-Laws.
Elections will be held in November by electronic ballot.
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Wednesday, September 20
7:00 pm * Erev Rosh Hashanah
Service
Oneg sponsored by the Ritual Committee
Thursday, September 21
10:00 am * Rosh Hashanah Service
Friday, September 29
8:00 pm * Erev Yom Kippur / Kol Nidre
with Cellist Rachel Halverson
Saturday, September 30
10:00 am * Yom Kippur Morning Service
2:30 pm * Torah Portion study/discussion
4:30 pm * Yizkor - Memorial Service
5:00 pm * Closing Service
6:15 pm * Havdalah
6:25 pm * Community Break Fast
TICKET PRICES:
$90 for Non-Members
$72 for Member Guests
(additional tickets purchased by members)
Complimentary for members
Consider the following participation opportunities:
English Reading *
Ark Opening/Closing
Torah Carrying/Lifting/Binding *
Ushering or Greeting
Shofar Blowing (must supply your own) *
Aliyah
*
Set-Up or Clean-Up for Yom Kippur community Break Fast
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Religious School News
IMPORTANT RELIGIOUS SCHOOL DATES:
School Closed:
September 24 and October 1
NO Midweek Hebrew:
September 19, 20, 21, 2
6, 27 and 28
Elaine Gutenstein, Principal
Congregation Ner Tamid Religious School
THE PRINCIPAL'S SCOOP
Elaine Gutenstein,
Principal
Congregation Ner Tamid Religious School
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Adult Education High Holy Day Series:
BRINGING THE HIGH HOLY DAYS
INTO FOCUS
led by Rabbi Prass
Sunday, September 17, 10:30 am - noon
At Yom Kippur, tradition says we should engage in reflection,
soul searching and redirection. The Yom Kippur session
will examine some of the central texts of Yom Kippur
to prepare us to focus on a new and better year.
COME BLOW YOUR HORN AT OUR SHOFAR CLINIC
Bring your own shofar and brush up on your technique with Rabbi Prass immediately following the High Holiday Adult Education session above.
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CALL TO SOCIAL ACTION
"The Whole is Greater than the Sum of its Parts." -
Aristotle
Synergy
is a modern play on Aristotle's words. With synergy, more effective outcomes can be achieved when two or more people and/or entities work together for a common cause/goal. This concept has been put into action in recent months in response to all of the natural disasters. Communities have come together to lend their support to those who have suffered considerable loss from the damaging forest fires out west to the death and destruction Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have left in their wake. The meaning of synergy is certainly not lost on the Jewish people who-by the tenets of faith and sheer will to survive--have historically united to fight for something bigger than their respective selves.
As we embark on a New Jewish Year, let us ponder on what we as a congregation can do to make our community and the world at large a better place. To that end, the social action committee at CNT has been renewed and is creating a plan of action for the coming year. We welcome all members to lend their time, talents, and/or resources to the various social issues that will be addressed.
Because our children represent the future, the committee has partnered with the religious school to develop a tentative list of social action projects which compliment the school's monthly theme, encourage student participation, and provide service continuity. There will be an opportunity for the kids to give back to the community in some capacity each month through the end of May 2018. If you feel called to Social Action, please contact Laurie Leader at:
[email protected]
for more information on ways you can help.
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NEW MEMBER DINNER
It was a wonderful evening at last Saturday's New Member Dinner...great food, a fun getting-to-know-you game, and great conversation.
The evening came to a close with the mitzvah of CNT children putting together packages for patients at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta,
followed by a Havdalah service.
Thanks to all who attended and helped to make it such a success.Our lead photo this week features Rabbi Prass
and the children passing around the spice box at Havdalah.
Photos by Warren Schannon
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PAMPERED CHEF FUNDRAISER
PAMPERED CHEF is here just in time for the Holidays and a portion of all sales between September 15, 2017 and October 8, 2017 go directly to CNT. Take a look at the website here or or pick up a catalog at the synagogue. Every order at $75 receives a free gift from Pampered Chef!
All orders will be shipped directly to you!!
Make your lists now for: holiday gifts, wedding gifts, dorm room items
for college kids, etc.
Invite friends, relatives, neighbors and coworkers
to help support this CNT fundraiser.
For more information,
please contact Mary Lou Techman at
[email protected]
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BOOK CLUB BOOK BRUNCH
September 24 at 11:00 am
Featuring our book of the month:
The Yiddish Policeman's Union
by Michael Chabon
Canvas Cafe & Bakery
724 Cherokee St., Marietta, GA 30060
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