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Shabbat Miketz
Happy Hanukkah
שבת שלום
26 Kislev 5772
December 22, 2011
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Make a Difference for the End of The Year
If you are interested in maximizing your end of the year donations for your 2011 Federal Income Taxes, please make sure your payment reaches the synagogue office, by Friday, December 30th at noon. If you are making a credit card payment online, the deadline is the close of business on Thursday, December 29th. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at the synagogue office. As always, we thank you for your continued support and generosity to your synagogue.
Women of TI/Men's Club Annual Joint Shabbat
Please join us as we come together to conduct the Shabbat morning service and to celebrate the strength of the Tifereth Israel community on Saturday, January 14. Every adult congregant is welcome to participate. No need to know Hebrew and there are parts available at all levels. Call early because parts are assigned on a first-come/first-serve basis! Contact Susie Covensky (451-6871; scovensky@columbus.rr.com); Greg Margulies (235-5997; gmarguli@gmail.com) or Fran Duchene (523-0433; fran.duchene@gmail.com) for more information.
Help Tifereth Help The Homeless
Willing to go without sleep for one night? TI volunteers are needed to be present and interact with a small group of single homeless women at St. Stephens Community Center the evenings of December 25 through December 27. Contact Kristen (253-8523, ext. 105 or kgillman@tiferethisrael.org) for more information.
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D'var Torah
Parashat Miketz, our Torah portion for the week, is a continuation of the story of Joseph and his brothers. In Miketz, Joseph goes from being a prisoner in an Egyptian jail to the second highest in command in all of Egypt. He achieves this success through his ability to interpret Pharaoh's dreams and his belief in God.
The most important dream interpretation that Joseph makes is that after a seven-year period of bounty, there will be seven years of famine. It is during the famine that Joseph's brothers (the same ones who years earlier had thrown him into a pit, sold him to a passing caravan and faked his death) come to Egypt looking for provisions. Joseph is reunited with his brothers for the first time; it is a reunion that is very different from the one in the previous generation between Esau and Jacob. When the twins were reunited, it was an emotional and tearful meeting in which past anger was set aside. This reunion is quite different; in it, Joseph sees the opportunity to teach his brothers a lesson. While it may look like Joseph is merely toying with his siblings, as the story progresses we see that his actions are not motivated by anger (similar to Jacob and Esau), but rather a desire to have his brothers deal with their past so that they can move on to a better future.
The text of the Torah does not tell us a great deal about the relationship between Esau and Jacob following their twenty-year reunion, but the sages implied that their descendants never really became friends-in fact, they became enemies. In contrast, Joseph and his brothers reconcile and go on to be the basis of the twelve tribes. The lesson may be that while it is helpful to put aside anger, it is more helpful still to confront the underlying issues that gave rise to that anger in the first place. This seems to be what Joseph is orchestrating in our Torah portion this week.
Rabbi Michael Ungar |
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Jewish Joke of the Week
Yenta had to call in the doctor to check her husband Lionel. He didn't seem to be well at all. After the doctor had examined Lionel, he said to Yenta, "Your husband is very exhausted and fatigued and needs a lot of peace and quiet. If you want to help him recover, please take one tranquilizer, four times per day."
From Oy! The Ultimate Book of Jewish Jokes by David Minkoff
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Shabbat is Coming
Light Candles on Friday at 4:52 pm
Shabbat Concludes at 5:43 pm
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General
Lasagna & Love: with Rabbi Benjy Segal- An Adult Education Event! Save the date: Monday, January 23. L'Chaim Dinner, featuring a lecture by Rabbi Benjy Segal, author of a new commentary, "Song of Songs: A Woman in Love," here at Tifereth Israel. Cost: $10 for dinner and lecture; $5 for lecture only. More information coming soon.
Special Guest for Shabbat of January 6-7
JTS Cantorial Student Shoshana Abrams, who will be interning with Cantor Chomsky from January 6 through 10, will be our Shabbat guest January 6-7, 2012. Friday evening, join us for Service of the Spirit followed by a delicious dinner. Please RSVP to Kristen at 253-8523, ext. 105 or rsvp@tiferethisrael.org. Shabbat morning we'll continue to enjoy Shoshana's company and celebrate New Baby Shabbat. All the babies born in 2011 will have an aliyah with their families and receive a special gift! It will also be Social Action Shabbat: an opportunity to reflect on the roots of our tradition that propel us toward social action and hear about some of the numerous ways in which our congregation is engaging in this work in our community.
Showing of 100 Voices
The very successful film about the Cantors Assembly mission to Poland, 100 Voices, will be shown at the Drexel Theater on Tuesday, January 31, at 7:30 pm. The movie is entertaining and moving and will give you a sense of what's in store for those who join us on next summer's amazing Germany trip.
Next Summer's Amazing Germany Trip
For a short video showing you some of the sights in Berlin and a sense of why this trip is important, visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwctrIM_QH4
For a look at the latest fabulous itinerary of our June 27-July 5, 2012 trip, visit http://www.ayelet.com/CA2012BROCHURES/ChomskyJack.pdf
Please consider coming with me-and a few hundred others-for a unique experience that will change your life and the lives of those you meet. Let's talk about it!
Annual Appeal
Have you made your gift to the Annual Appeal? Help us exceed our goal of $55,000. We have received 150 gifts so far totaling $45,000. Send in your pledge today!
Calling All Snowbirds Heading To Florida
Save the date! This year's Florida gathering will take place on Thursday, February 16, 2012, at Hunter's Run in Boynton Beach, Florida. Call the synagogue office for more details. |
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Preschool News
For more information or to RSVP for upcoming youth programs, please contact Shani Kadis, Youth & Program Director (253-8523 ext. 119) or Skadis@tiferethisrael.org
PRESCHOOL SHABBAT - January 7, 2012
Join Shani Kadis and Alana Oif for a PRESCHOOL SHABBAT on Saturday, January 7 from 11:00am-Noon in the Milk and Cookies Room. We will celebrate Shabbat together with a short service with songs and stories. We will also be learning about Tzedakah and making our own Tzedakah boxes. Our preschool programs are free and all families with children under 5 years are encouraged to attend. Please remember to RSVP to Shani: Skadis@tiferethisrael.org so we have enough snacks and supplies for everyone.
YPS/ JR CONGREGATION 1st of the Month SHABBAT PARTY - January 7, 2012
JR CONGREGATION and YPS will meet downstairs in the pit for our own service followed by SHABBAT stories, NEW games including GaGa and a
YUMMY SHABBAT TREAT!
YPS and JR. CONGREGATION takes place from 10:30am-noon every Shabbat and is open to all children in Kindergarten through 6th grades.
On the first Shabbat of each month we have a special treat for everyone that attends.
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Youth News
For more information or to RSVP for upcoming youth programs, please contact Shani Kadis, Youth & Program Director (253-8523 ext. 119) or Skadis@tiferethisrael.org
WHAT IS YOUR CHILD DOING THIS SUMMER???
JOIN US THURSDAY, JANUARY 5 at 6:30 pm. We'll have a FREE CATERED ISRAELI DINNER & hear about all of the wonderful Summer programs that USY has to offer! Programs include traveling to Israel, Poland, Italy or Eastern Europe. USY also offers trips across the USA and East Coast. Parents, USYers and 8th graders are encouraged to attend! Please call Shani @ 253-8523 ext. 119 by January 3 to RSVP!
KADIMA (6-8th Grades) is going to a BLUE JACKETS Game!
KADIMA will be going to the BLUE JACKETS game at Nationwide Arena on Saturday evening, January 14. In order to reserve your spot, you MUST RSVP by January 4.
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Social Action
Have you missed the collection box for the Food Pantry?
It is now located in the alcove near the Katz Chapel. Please continue to bring nonperishable food. Peanut butter is especially needed. We are also collecting personal care items, toiletries, etc. to be used at shelters. There is a separate box for those items in the alcove.
Volunteer Tax Preparers Needed
VITA (Volunteer income Tax Assistance ) is looking for volunteers to help low to moderate income families prepare and efile their tax return. Free training, tools and resources provided. For more information go to http://irs.gov/app/vita.
JOIN US FOR A NEW SOCIAL ACTION PROJECT!
Tifereth Israel Volunteer Night at Mid-Ohio Foodbank, Grove City on Wednesday, February 1, 2012 from 5:30 - 8 pm. Our team will inspect, clean/sanitize and sort donated items from grocery stores at the Foodbank warehouse. For more information and to sign up, please email Anne Neiwirth at anne49@aol.com.
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Women of Tifereth Israel
Women of Tifereth Israel at Quiz nightThe Women of Tifereth Israel will have their own table for the Men's Club Quiz night, here at Tifereth Saturday night, January 28 at 7:30 pm. $15 per person. Please RSVP by January 23. For more information, please contact Helen Chronister ( hchronister@tiferethisrael.org) or at 253-8523 ext 112.
Please help us avoid the cost of multiple mailings by paying your Women of Tifereth Israel dues as soon as possible. Thanks!
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Religious School
Religious School is currently on vacation. Classes resume on January 3rd.
High School Brochure for the Winter/Spring semester with new and interesting classes was e-mailed to all families! Register by Fax 614-253-6323 or e mail to Ellen Kozberg ekozberg@tiferethisrael.org .
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Adult Education
Rabbinic Round Robin -- January 4th
The next Rabbinic Round Robin will feature Rabbi Howard Zack of Congregation Torah Emet. His topic will be "Lifeboat Ethics" which is based on a real-life experience with discussion/support in biblical texts. Join us on Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at 7:30 at the home of Dan and Nicki Bloch, 90 S Merkle Rd.
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Men's Club
Quiz Night
Men's Club presents a fun-filled night of trivia, fun and prizes. Join us here at Tifereth Saturday night, January 28 at 7:30 pm. $15 per person or $25 per couple. Please RSVP by January 23. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Mike Sobul at 939-1189 or msobul@yahoo.com .
Men's Club Brunch
Mark your calendars for the Men's Club Brunch on Sunday, January 8, 2012 and our regional poker tournament on Sunday, January 22. More information to follow.
Men's Club Dues
It is once again time to renew your membership. Please send your forms to the synagogue or to one of the Men's Club officers. Thanks for your support. Also, if you are planning a simcha at Tifereth Israel, please let the Kiddush Club help you with the selection and purchase of wine and spirits. Please contact Jonathan Foreman (226-2701) if you have any questions. |
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Save the Dates!
Tu B'Shevat Seder
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 6:00 pm Hazak will be hosting a Tu B'Shevat Seder right after Minyan. A Tu B'Shevat seder is similar to a Passover seder. There are 4 questions, there are 4 cups of wine, and we follow along in the haggadah. Instead of celebrating the exodus from Egypt, however, Tu B'Shevat celebrates the new year of trees. Volunteers are needed to help us celebrate! Please contact Judy Uhrman (614-863-0358 or artandjudy@aol.com) or Susie Covensky (614-451-6871 or scovensky@columbus.rr.com) for more information! |
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Ongoing Events
Celebrate with an Aliyah!
Do you have an anniversary, birthday, or other special event coming up? If so, and you would like an aliyah, please contact Rabbi Berman or Rabbi Ungar at 253-8523.
Yad Shel Chai
Calling all Torah readers! The Men's Club wants you to have your own yad! When you have read 10 times we will present you with a yad designed by Israeli Judaica artist Yair Emanuel. The wooden Torah pointer is hand-painted using acrylic colors and three layers of lacquer. You will also receive a certificate suitable for framing! Keep track of your readings by placing a star next to your name in the book by the entrance in the sanctuary. For more information, contact Dale Levy at dlevy82@gmail.com. If you wish to sign up to read Torah, contact Jerry Sigal of the Yad Squad at jerrysigal@columbus.rr.com.
Chesed Committee
Your synagogue community is here when you need us. Home from the hospital? Alone and grieving? Concerned about a loved one in an nursing care facility? We will arrange for someone to help out. Call the synagogue, or contact Ruth Portnoy at 367-0465. You may also email her at ruthestern@gmail.com.
JFS Friendly Visitor Program
If you or a senior you know are feeling a bit isolated from the Jewish community and would enjoy a regular visit from a JFS volunteer, contact Susie Blair at sblair@jfscolumbus.org or 559-0184.
Chevra Kadisha
The TI Chevra Kadisha is in need to additional volunteers. Members participate in the ritual preparation (Taharah) of the body of a deceased member of our congregation. It consists primarily of bathing the body, then placing the burial garments on the body. Prayers are read while the Taharah is being performed. Participation is one of the greatest mitzvot that one can perform, as the departed cannot thank those who participate in this ritual. No medical knowledge is necessary, and one is part of a pool of people from which 5 individuals participate at a time. The time commitment is minimal and no medical knowledge is required. Men only participate in a Taharah for a male, and women only in Taharah for a female.
Electronic Statements are Now Available!
Did you know you now have the ability to receive your billing statement and yahrzeit notices electronically? Help us reduce paper and postage while doing your part for the environment at the same time. Contact Cheryl Laver, Finance Manager, at claver@tiferethisrael.org and we'll make it happen. Of course, if we don't already have your email address, we certainly want that too.
Kroger Program - Help Us Make Some Gelt!
Kroger is giving away up to $5 million to non-profit organization this year. Let's earn our share -- it won't cost you a dime! We have the potential to earn thousands of dollars for the synagogue. We raised a little over $6,000 this past fiscal year, and we could easily TRIPLE that amount. Detailed instructions are online at www.krogercommunityrewards.com or call Danny Bromberg at 237-7270. If you already enrolled, you will need to re-enroll after April 1 of each year.
Evelyn Lieberman Judaica Shop Hours
Open during Religious School hours, Tuesday from 4 pm to 5:30 pm and Sunday from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. To arrange an appointment please call Babs Miller at 861-7655.
Minnie Cobey Memorial Library
The library, which is located at the end of the hallway, is open from 11am - 5pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. For more information call Helen Chronister (253-8523, ext. 112) hchronister@tiferethisrael.org. |
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Community Events
JCC Membership Hanukkah Gift
Join the JCC during the eight days of Hanukkah and receive a special discount offer! Annual and 3-month memberships are available. Contact JCC Membership Services at 559-6227 or 559-6229 for additional information or stop in for a tour!
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ceremonial March and Celebration Program
Please join Mayor Coleman as we make our ceremonial march across the Broad Street Bridge to Veterans Memorial for the celebration program. Meet at the City Hall parking garage, 90 West Broad Street at 4 pm on Monday, January 16, 2012. This free annual family-focused program celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. King and his contemporaries. Doors open at 5 pm. Free tickets are available at the door beginning at 2 pm on the day of the program. For more information, call the Community Relations Commission at 645-1993.
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Service Times
Saturday - 9:00 am
Sunday - 9:30 am; 5:00 pm
SUNDAY MINCHA/MA'ARIV will be at the home of Helen and Michael Miller, 23 North Merkle, in Bexley at 5:00 p.m.
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES FOR THE COMING WEEK
SUNDAY - Hanukkah 9:30 am & 5:00 pm
Monday - Hanukkah 9:30 am
Tuesday and Wednesdsay - Hanukkah 7:20 am & 5:30 pm
Thursday and Friday 7:30 am & 5:30 pm
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Contact
Congregation Tifereth Israel
1354 East Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 253-8523 (Telephone)
(614) 253-6323 (Fax) |
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