Shabbat Inspiration, Worship and Weekend Schedule

Friday, November 19, 2021 / 15 Kislev 5782

Thanksgiving is almost here. While the American holiday may not be a "Jewish holiday," (though many connect its’ origins to the holiday of Sukkot) the concept of giving thanks is very Jewish. As Jews, we are reminded to give thanks every day multiple times through various “reminders” the sages put into place thousands of years ago. Every service, whether in the morning, afternoon or evening, includes the Hoda’ah, a prayer of thanksgiving. "We give thanks to You, Adonai our God, the God of our people, the God of all generations… and sing praises to You for our lives, which are in Your hand, for our souls, which are in Your keeping, for the signs of Your presence we encounter every day, and for Your wondrous gifts at all times."   We have much to be grateful for in our lives but all too often we get caught up in our daily routines and forget to stop and remind ourselves of the blessings in our life and what we should be grateful for; our health, food on the table, a good conversation with a friend, a smile from our partner or a moment of true connection. Take this next week as your opportunity to give thanks as the sages instructed us to do thousands of years ago... and then take your thanks to a higher level by being the change that you want to see in the world. It is one thing to say that you are thankful for a roof over your head, but it is another to take the time to go out and make a difference.   One easy way to make an immediate difference is to donate to the Beth Emet Soup Kitchen Winter Coat and Accessory Drive. Through December 6, they are collecting new and gently used/freshly cleaned adult-sized coats and winter accessories including: Women’s gloves, mittens and hats – all sizes Men’s gloves - size medium only Warm scarves for both men and women Winter boots for both men and women – all sizes Warm coats – all sizes, especially men’s XL and XXL   Being thankful for the blessings you have in the world is only the first step and being the change that you want to see in the world can be the next step. Perhaps with each of your help there will be twice as many people at this time next year with things to be thankful for in their lives. Shabbat Shalom, Geoff Prass   If you have questions about the Coat Drive, contact Leslie Shulruff. Worship Schedule Today, November 19 6:30 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Services Challah Midrash: Caryn Etkin Shabbat Service Back In-Person Kabbalat Shabbat services will take place both online and in person for those who are fully vaccinated. Advanced registration is encouraged but not required for those who have already submitted vax information. If you have not yet shared the date of your vaccinations and signed the Brit (Covenant of Responsibility), please complete the online form before coming for services. Click here for the service livestream. Audio only: call 847-869-4230 and press 7. Saturday, November 20 9:30 am Kahal Shabbat Morning Service Kahal Shabbat Morning Services will take place both online and in person for those who are fully vaccinated. Advanced registration is encouraged but not required for those who have already submitted vax information. If you have not yet shared the date of your vaccinations and signed the Brit (Covenant of Responsibility), please complete the online form before coming for services Zoom Link - Also Facebook Live Ph: 312-626-6799 - Meeting ID: 813 2237 5514 | Passcode: 1224 This Shabbat we will be reading: Vayishlach Torah: Gen. 35:16-36:43 p.228   Follow Along Here Haftarah: Hosea 11:7-12:12 p.241    Follow Along Here This Shabbat We Celebrate the Kabbalat Mitzvah of Eliana! Parents: Kefira and Murat Philippe Mazal Tov to the Philippe Family! Sunday, November 21 9:00 am Sunday Morning Minyan Zoom Link - Ph: 312-626-6799 - Meeting ID: 883 0113 9619 | Passcode: 075031 10:00 am Office Hours with Karen Isaacson Zoom Link

Last Week's Challah Midrash Jane Weintraub created a real work of art for Parshah Vayetzei showing Jacob’s life - including his dream of angels ascending a ladder, his travels from Luz and Harran, the well where Jacob first sees and falls in love with Rachel, his love triangle where he’s tricked into marrying Leah, and the 13 children that Jacob had: 12 boys (blue) and Dina (pink)! Find out more on our Challah Midrash instagram.

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Kabbalat Mitzvah Eliana Philippe Saturday, November 20 Parents: Kefira and Murat Philippe Hi, my name is Eliana. I go to Haven Middle School. My favorite subject is social studies. When I'm not in school I like to hang out with my friends. My Kabbalat Mitzvah project is spreading awareness about composting. I chose that because saving our planet is very important to me. I'm looking forward to my Kabbalat Mitzvah because I will now be a Jewish adult.

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Shabbat Ushers & Greeters Needed So exciting to be back in-person and looking for ushers for Kabbalat Shabbat services every Friday night. Please contact Shlomit if you are available and would like to learn more.

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Worship Support To access worship services virtually, please check the latest info/links on the online calendar. Please note that worship services are also posted on Facebook Live. Kabbalat Shabbat Livestream will include virtual t’filah to follow the service. If you don’t have a copy of Mishkan T’filah (siddur / prayerbook) at home for Kahal Shabbat morning services or Kabbalat Mitzvah services, you can get a free online flip book.