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All you need do is order the gift cards from the shul and in about a week you will receive from the office the cards(s) you have ordered.The order form shows all the stores in the Poughkeepsie area on the program. 
 
To order your gift card(s)  click here  to download the order form .
Please return the completed form to the office along with a check for the order amount. 
 
Gift cards from most stores are on hand for immediate delivery. Any questions should be addressed to Lgrosman@aol.com.


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Congregation Schomre Israel

Week of  June 17, 2017     
 
 
    
   
   ל'  סיון תשע"ז             
Shabbat Parshat Korach 5777
Rosh Chodesh Tammuz
  שבת פרשת קרח   
     


                    From The Rabbi's Shtender                     
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Discussing subliminal learning with a student, I gave the example of Reese's Pieces. There was no overt advertising, but nonetheless, the Hershey Company's profits rose 6 5% due to the prominent use of Reese's Pieces in the movie "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial."
 
"E.T. phone home!" came to mind and with that an incident that happened some time ago.
 
Our phone rang at 4:00am. Although some people (B"H, very few) do call at that inopportune time, the caller ID showed that it was someone who never does, a member of a family we know from California. In spite of anticipating disturbing news all I heard was breathing and noises in the background. Not knowing what to make of the call, I called the parents of the young man. They told me he had gone out with fiernds earlier that evening and should be in bed asleep. They went to check his room, but he wasn't there. They called and woke up the friend who said that he left their son at another friend's apartment and he should have been home hours ago. Panic now set in and the cross country calls started.
 
A missing persons report was entered by the police department even though 24 hours had not past because of the strange phone call. The boy's face book page was checked to see if the parents could figure out with whom he was or where he last touched down.
 
"E.T. phone home."

All to no avail. Fearing the worst, the minutes stretched to hours and the hours seemed endless. Where could he be? If only he would call and say he is safe. "E.T. phone home."

As this was taking place, I remembered a similar incident with one of our children. I had dropped the child off at the entrance to the airport and went to park the car. When I arrived at the gate in the terminal I was told that the flight was cancelled due to inclement weather. And then the fun began. I scoured the airport and could find no trace of my precious one. A policeman said he had not seen any unaccompanied minors, and having taken place before cellphones were common, there was no one to call. "E.T. phone home."

The next hours were harrowing calling hospitals, asking the airport personnel if they had seen any strange looking people, fearing a kidnapping. Finally, after four hours of torture, the phone rings, "Hello, we arrived and were driving around the city for a while. They sent us to another airline and promised that they would call and tell you right away." The sigh of relief and thanks to HaShem were probably heard even without the phone connection. "E.T. phoned home."

And so it was that morning. The boy had gone to the friend's apartment, fallen asleep on top of his cellphone which accidentally called my number. The heavy breathing b"H was not that of fear but nothing other than the sweet sounds of restful sleep.

"E.T. phone home" is the message that parents want to get across to their children. If only the child had called, the parents would have been spared hours of agony. Parents care so much for their child, and only want  to hear from  them . Just contact us and let us know that you arrived; tell us that you are staying out late; tell us that you are going to a friend; tell us even though you are married with your own children that you won't be home for a few days. "E.T. phone home."

And what about our Father in Heaven? Doesn't He call out to us also every day, "E.T. phone home."   
 
E. T., erlicher, tyere kinder - dear, fine children call Me, HaSHem calls us. Call Me every day; call and say thanks for the food I give you, call Me in the morning and thank Me for waking up, and maybe call Me even if you don't have a particular request or need.  
 
Just call and say hello.

Best wishes for a Shabbat Shalom and a Chodesh Tov.

Rabbi Eliezer Langer
 
   
  
 
This Shabbos, June 24th and Sunday, June 25th are Rosh Chodesh Tammuz.
Tammuz is a two day Rosh Chodesh, which begins Friday night.
Please remember to add Yaale v'Yavo in your Tefillos and bentching after meals beginning Friday at sundown until Sunday night.
Many have the custom to mark Rosh Chodesh with a festive meal and reduced work activity. The latter custom is prevalent among women.
Special portions are added to the daily prayers: Hallel (Psalms 113-118) is recited -- in its "partial" form -- following the Shacharit Amidah prayer, also the Yaaleh V'yavo prayer is added to the Amidah and to Grace After Meals; the additional Musaf prayer is said (when Rosh Chodesh is Shabbat, special additions are made to the Shabbat Musaf). Tachnun and similar prayers are omitted.
With blessings for a meaningful month of Tammuz,

    
     
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"Annual Raffle and Cocktail Party"

Help support your Shul. A limited number of raffle tickets are still available. You now may order online by clicking HERE. Contact Irwin Lifshey for details.

Join us on Sunday June 25 and cheer on the winners.   
 
 
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Schedule of Services 
 
 
Shabbat June 23-24, 2017
Friday Candles 8:16 PM
 Mincha 7:00 PM
Shabbat Day Shacharit 9:00 AM
Shma before 9:10 AM 
Mincha after 1:36 PM
 
Shabbat ends 9:16
 
Sunday Morning Rosh Chodesh Service at 8:30 AM  

Monday - Rosh Chodesh and Thursday 7:00AM
Monday Mincha/Maariv 7:00 PM at the Levines' 
 
Coming Friday -June 30
   Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat: 7:00 PM  
 
                                   
Sisterhood Reminders:   We have begun working on the 5777/5778 Calendar. Please get ads and/or send in your Calendar information.
 
 
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Chair Yoga - Mondays 11:30 AM

   taught by Toni Farkas

Monday 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM

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JUNE 2017

BIRTHDAYS

29    Andrea Wexler
30    Michelle Klein
30     Evan Sidney Bradshaw

                  
 
  We wish much happiness and good health on this special day. עד מאה ועשרים שנה - Biz 120!!
 
This information comes from our Shul calendar. If you would like to be listed please contact us. 
 
   
 

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Yahrtzeit

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We commemorate the yahrtzeit of:
 
JUNE 2017

YAHRZEITS
 
24    Betty Fishman            30 Sivan
24    Steven Levine            30 Sivan
25    Marge Robles            1 Tamuz
26    Bella Berkowitz Mason    2 Tamuz
26    Dorothy Denzig Krakower    2 Tamuz

 
 

תהה נשמתם צרורות בצרור בהחיים
May their souls be bound in the bond of eternal life.

This information comes from our Shul calendar. If you wish to add a name to this list please  contact us.

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Interesting Innovations for Travel
(not an endorsement, just a news item)

TRAVELING THIS SUMMER?
The question is not:
WHERE will you go,
but WHAT will you bring with you?
If you're planning to getaway this summer, whether it's for the day, the weekend or an extended vacation, we have you covered!
 
Learn how the KosherClock3, the Travel KosherLamp and the Go Wash: Collapsible Washing Cup can enhance your travel experience:
 
 
Perfect for: An overnight or extended trip over Shabbos, Yom Tov or during the Week
 
Why you need it: Wake up on time for davening or set the alarms as daily reminders
 
Special Features:
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  • special outer case protects buttons and screen during travel
  • battery operated and compact size for travel
  • alarms shut off automatically after 1 minute
 
Perfect for: A day-trip, summer camp, picnic at the park, overnight stay or extended travel.
 
Why you need it: Before you make HaMotzi, you'll need this convenient cup to wash your hands
 
Special Features:
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  • collapses to fit in a pocket, purse or travel bag
  • sturdy, flexible silicone material doesn't break during travel
  • comes with a protective case to keep it clean and your travel bag dry
 
Perfect for: An overnight or extended trip over Shabbos, Yom Tov or during the Week
 
Why you need it: Light up your hotel room, read in bed, set up an adjustable light for Shabbos/Yom Tov
 
Special Features:
  • compact size for travel (4.6" tall when in closed position; less than 1.5 lbs)
  • bright LED lights shine in all directions
  • includes Universal Power Adapter for use anywhere in the world
  • includes plush travel bag to conveniently hold the Lamp and all plugs and accessories
  • no charging or changing batteries, LEDs have a lifespan of 30,000+ hours
Includes:
Plush travel bag, Universal Power Adapter, North American to Israeli/European plug adapter and care manual.
AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL
JEWISH STORE
 

 
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