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Dear RTFH Family,
There is much to trouble us in our lives and our world. We work to bring healing and compassion to those around us. But Judaism also calls for us to focus on what we are thankful for. As Thanksgiving approaches, we share in one of our community's blessings.
Every year, the clergy at many of the churches and synagogues in Forest Hills collaborate to create an Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. In a climate of divisiveness, this service promotes connection and cooperation. Join Cantor Pincus, our Adult and Junior choirs, and me this Sunday, November 24, at 4:00pm at the Church-in-the-Gardens Community House (15 Borage Place) for a time of reflection, gratitude, and hope.
L'shalom,
Rabbi Mark
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Friday 11/22/24-Shabbat Evening Service at 7:00 pm
Saturday 11/23/24-Temple Tots at 10:00 am
Sunday 11/24/24-Interfaith Thanksgiving Service at 4:00 pm
Friday 11/29/24-Shabbat Evening Service at 7:00 pm
Friday 12/6/24-Shabbat Reshon (7th Grade) at 6:15 pm
Sunday 12/8/24-Parents Association December Meeting at 9:30 am
Sunday 12/8/24-Chanukah Concert at 12:00 pm
Sunday 12/15/24-Chanukapalooza at Religious School at 9:00 am
Friday 12/20/24-Shabbat Evening Service at 7:00 pm
Saturday 12/21/24-Temple Tots at 10:00 am
Sunday 12/22/24-Thursday 1/2/25-Religious School Closed
Friday 1/3/25-Shabbat Reshon (6th Grade) at 6:15 pm
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Rabbi Kaiserman Reflects on Cuba
During Shabbat Services on Friday, November 22 at 7pm
At Shabbat services on November 22, Rabbi Kaiserman will share reflections, photos, and lessons from his recent trip to Cuba. He went with the CCAR rabbis’ group on a religious visit to the Jewish community of Cuba and to visit our neighbor to the south.
The RTFH congregation is invited to join Friday evening services in-person or via livestream at www.rtfh.org/live
Services will also be streaming live at:
youtube.com/reformtempleofforesthills
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Celebrating November Birthdays!
This Friday night, we’ll celebrate all November birthdays at Shabbat services!
We’ll invite anyone with a November birthday to join us up on the bimah. No RSVP is necessary. Join your Temple family to celebrate your special birthday month!
Yom Huledet Sameach! יום הולדת שמח! Happy Birthday!
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Rich Orloff Visited RTFH
Poet Rich Orloff spoke at services this past Friday night, sharing his literary journey and inspiring us with many of his works. Look for Rich’s poems at future Shabbat services. You can find all his poems & plays at richorloff.com.
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Join Us for Temple Tots this Saturday, November 23 at 10:00 am!
Temple Tots is a monthly interactive Shabbat for children 5 years & younger and their families. Join Cantor Emily, Rabbi Mark, and the Temple Tots team in creating meaningful Shabbatot and lifelong friendships.
You can find out more and register here:
www.rtfh.org/engage/temple-tots
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Parents Association December Meeting
Sunday, December 8 at 9:30 am
Learn about upcoming events and volunteer opportunities. Raise questions or concerns for the PA to discuss. Mandatory attendance for Class Parents. Optional attendance for all other PA members. Breakfast will be served.
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Join us at our annual Chanukah lunch and concert on Sunday, December 8th, 2024!
All Religious School classes will sing Chanukah songs old and new, together with our Adult and Junior Choirs. Let’s watch our children shine as we celebrate the miracle!
All proceeds go to cover the cost of just the concert itself and the musicians. As promised, there will be no sponsors, baskets, or raffles. The Torah project is our only fundraiser this year. So just come and enjoy yourself!
Lunch at 12:00 PM (pizza, latkes, drink)
Concert at 1:00 PM
To purchase tickets for concert and lunch click here:
https://rtfh.shulcloud.com/form/chanukah-concert-2024.html
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Chanukapalooza
Sunday, December 15 at 9:00 am
Volunteer to run a fun activity as the PA takes over Religious School in its annual Chanukah-themed events! Contact Jason Schechter at pa@rtfh.org.
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Help warm up New York by donating money, coats, or both to the
36th Annual New York Cares Coat Drive!
Every $25 donation keeps 10 New Yorkers warm and also provides essential programs that help break the cycle of poverty.
Please help us reach our goal of $500. Use RTFH's link to contribute and spread warmth to our city.
Financial contributions of any amount are greatly appreciated. Please participate by December 31st.
We are also collecting new and gently-used, laundered coats in the Temple's upper lobby until December 20th.
Thank you to our generous, warm-hearted Temple family.
Any questions, please see the Social Action Team's Current Initiatives page on our website or contact Marcia Parness at mhpisme@aol.com.
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Meditation Sit with Cantor Pincus
Fridays at 1:30pm
Get ready for Shabbat with some quiet relaxation time! This 30-minute Meditation Sit with Cantor Emily will incorporate Jewish text, music, and, of
For the Zoom link, please see your most recent eblast or contact our Office Administrator Sheryl Hausman at sheryl@rtfh.org.
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It’s the Perfect Time to Join Torah Study
This is the perfect time to add that “10% more Judaism” to your life. Join Torah Study on Zoom each Saturday from 9-10 am as we begin the Book of I Samuel.
Friendship. Romance. Lust for power. Infidelity. Betrayal. God.
The Book of Samuel beats any contemporary soap opera in its intrigue and emotion. Explore the richness of these tales that shaped the Jewish people in one of the most memorable parts of the Tanakh.
No previous reading or knowledge needed. Join any time.
For the Zoom link, please see your most recent eblast or contact our Office Administrator Sheryl Hausman at sheryl@rtfh.org.
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Birthday Connection
Acknowledge someone's special day by sponsoring a birthday greeting!
Each month, a list of Temple members celebrating birthdays is posted to the RTFH Birthday Connection. Simply click on the link, create or login to your Member's Account, and fill out the online form. Women's Connection will send that person a personalized Happy Birthday greeting to everyone who donated in their honor. At only $1 per greeting, Birthday Connection is an easy way to manage a monthly mitzvah for everyone on your list!
Hard copies of Birthday Connection lists with instructions are available below and in plastic hanging bins in the lobby of the temple near the coat room or use the link below.
Send Birthday Wishes
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We're thrilled to have RTFH as our newest school base offering full time childcare education for children aged 2-5 years old. | |
Spearheaded by the Israel Support and Action Committee (ISAAC), our congregation supports Israel by giving to The Shiloni Project, a grassroots organization formed to meet the needs of displaced families and soldiers.
Please give generously by clicking here.
See the Israel page of our new website for more details.
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Music Together at RTFH!
We are so thrilled to be in our RTFH home with our beloved
Music Together®️program! for Babies through 8 yr olds
Enroll Today!
MusicTogetherwithMusicandMe.com
718-229-0033
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Thank you for your support of
The Reform Temple of Forest Hills
We welcome you to learn more about our Temple at our new website www.rtfh.org
To donate, click “Donate" at the top of the page or go directly to rtfh.org/donate
·Choose to make a donation in honor or in memory of a friend or family member, and the recipient will immediately receive a warm email notifying them of your donation.
·Yahrzeit Fund: send a donation in memory of loved ones, and a private note is instantly sent to the recipient!
· The Temple Office will provide tax benefit letters after the end of the year fully detailing your donations.
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