November 2023 / Cheshvan - Kislev 5784

ISRAEL IN CRISIS

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www.templeisraelcanton.org/israelincrisis

Rabbi's Message

by Rabbi David Komerofsky

Thanksgiving is not a specifically Jewish holiday, but it could be. It has the major elements – designated foods, a fascinating story and a family meal. What’s more, because it does not fall on Shabbat or any other Jewish holiday, the halachic restrictions are absent so we can travel and not have to fuss about turning the oven on and off. Such a blessing!

More than those elements, though, it is very Jewish to give thanks. We regularly offer the prayer “Modim Anachnu Lach,” acknowledging our God who is the God of our ancestors, “for our lives which are in Your hand, for our souls which are in Your care, for Your miracles that we experience every day and for Your wondrous deeds and favors at every time of day: evening, morning and noon” (Mishkan T'filah: A Reform Siddur). A life lived with gratitude ensures that we do not take for granted the gifts we are given. This is the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday we will celebrate on November 23.

Gratitude should also be our sentiment as we observe Veterans Day on November 11. In addition to the divine blessings we enjoy, we are grateful for the sacrifices that veterans of an all-volunteer military make every day. Veterans Day reminds us, as well, that until very recently our military was not all-volunteer. In dedicating a day to honor the service of the volunteer and the conscript alike, we focus our attention on how different our nation would be if we were not defended in the way we are by a cross-section of our citizenry and population. Temple Israel will honor veterans at our Shabbat evening service on Friday, November 10. All are welcome.

The skies might be turning gray, the sun is setting earlier, and the air is chillier than it was a few weeks ago. But November gives us two reminders that we ought to live with gratitude for all that is ours.



As President Lincoln wrote in his Thanksgiving proclamation in 1864:

It has pleased Almighty God to prolong our national life another year, defending us with His guardian care against unfriendly designs from abroad and vouchsafing to us in His mercy many and signal victories over the enemy, who is of our own household. It has also pleased our Heavenly Father to favor as well our citizens in their homes as our soldiers in their camps and our sailors on the rivers and seas with unusual health. He has largely augmented our free population by emancipation and by immigration, while He has opened to us new sources of wealth and has crowned the labor of our workingmen in every department of industry with abundant rewards. Moreover, He has been pleased to animate and inspire our minds and hearts with fortitude, courage, and resolution sufficient for the great trial of civil war into which we have been brought by our adherence as a nation to the cause of freedom and humanity, and to afford to us reasonable hopes of an ultimate and happy deliverance from all our dangers and afflictions:

Now, therefore, I, Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States, do hereby appoint and set apart the last Thursday in November next as a day which I desire to be observed by all my fellow-citizens, wherever they may then be, as a day of thanksgiving and praise to Almighty God, the beneficent Creator and Ruler of the Universe. And I do further recommend to my fellow-citizens aforesaid that on that occasion they do reverently humble themselves in the dust and from thence offer up penitent and fervent prayers and supplications to the Great Disposer of Events for a return of the inestimable blessings of peace, union, and harmony throughout the land which it has pleased Him to assign as a dwelling place for ourselves and for our posterity throughout all generations.

 Gratitude and Consecration

by Julie Zorn

It’s November and the time of year that most people tend to think about the things and people in their lives that they are most grateful for. As Thanksgiving approaches, we are reminded of the commandment of hakarat hatov or recognizing the good in all things, and for Chadash, our American based holiday can open the doors of conversation tied to this topic.

This school year, we have a lot to be grateful for, and it is exciting and wonderful to see a new class of consecrants come to the bimah on Sunday morning, November 12^th at 11:00 am. During the short ceremony, students will recite the Sh’ma and receive a blessing from Temple Israel and Shaaray Torah clergy as they symbolically formalize the beginning of their Jewish education.

The lesson of our Jewish education is something to be held dear and to be grateful for, as it is a lesson that can follow us for years into our adult lives. When we think about the times and places in our world when Jews have not had the freedom to practice our monotheistic belief, teaching our children to carry on these traditions and rituals is a true mitzvah.

As they receive their little Torahs with the same excitement that comes from opening a pile of birthday presents, we know that in time, their gratitude for the stories that are inside that tiny scroll will grow and become so much more meaningful with every lifecycle event as they move forward.

Mazal Tov to 2023/5784 consecration class and their families. We are not only grateful for the Jewish education that we get to share with you, but we are so grateful for each of you individually, as well. You make our school a community, and there is nothing better.

Worship Services - November 2023

All services are in-person and streaming live via Temple Israel’s YouTube channel.

Watch our website and Temple Tidbits for updates and more information.

Friday, November 3

5:30 p.m. Oneg Shabbat

6:15 p.m. Family Shabbat Service

Saturday, November 4

10:00 a.m. Stollen Moments Torah Study

Friday, November 10

5:30 p.m. Oneg Shabbat

6:15 p.m. Shabbat Service - Honoring Veterans

Anniversary & Birthday Blessings

Saturday, November 11

No Stollen Moments

Friday, November 17

5:30 p.m. Oneg Shabbat

6:15 p.m. Shabbat Service

Saturday, November 18

10:00 a.m. Stollen Moments Torah Study

Friday, November 24

5:30 p.m. Oneg Shabbat

6:15 p.m. Shabbat Service

Saturday, November 25

No Stollen Moments

Rabbi Spitzer Celebration

Thank you to Cathy Atleson and Mark Atleson for all of their dedication to ensuring that our celebration of Rabbi Spitzer's 50th anniversary of ordination was a success! Enjoy the recordings of the events below.

Friday Service

Saturday Service

Social Action Committee

Wednesday, November 8

7:00 p.m. @ Beit Ha’am

We will be planning our work for 2024.

SAVE THE DATE – DONOR 2023

Back By POPULAR Demand

The Pop Tarts

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Dessert Reception from 7:00 PM

7:45 PM - Pop Tarts Perform

$10 per person PLUS your Donor Donation

Reserved seating for tables of 8 will be available

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN TIME OF EVENT

Sisterhood Meetings for Fall 2023 - Spring 2024

Donor Program, Saturday Nov. 11

Sunday Dec. 3

Sunday Jan. 21

Sunday Feb. 25

Sunday March 17

Sunday April 21

Brotherhood Meetings for Fall 2023 - Spring 2024

Sunday Nov. 19

Sunday Dec. 10

Sunday Jan. 21 

Sunday Feb. 25

Sunday March 17

Sunday April 21

SOCIAL JUSTICE ALLIANCE

A big THANK YOU to everyone that helped with the "Reproduction Freedom Postcard Campaign." From the attendees at the Postcard Party, to individuals that completed packages of postcards, and those who donated funds for the postage and postcards themselves, it was an amazing turnout of support for such an important project. As a congregation, we were able to complete and send out over 500 postcards! Thanks to everyone listed below that helped!!

Amy Nusbaum | Barb Spera | Barry Adelman | Bernice Friedman | Bryan & Marcie Hecht | Cathy Atleson | Cheri Spitzer | Connie Rubin | Cynthia Burnell | Debbie Sinopoli | Diana Collum | Eileen Salterelli | Fran Wells | Greer Kabb-Langkamp | Jen Adler | Joan Ortman | Judy Tenenbaum | Julie Goch | Julie Remer | Kathy Arkow | Kyle Arce| Mark Tenenbaum | Mike Abrams | Phyllis Komerofsky | Rabbi Komerofsky | Rick & Cindy Flaksman | Rochelle Coleman | Rosemary Rubin | Sheryl White

Judy Tenenbaum and Joan Ortman

CLICK to support Thanksgiving Baskets Downtown

Temple Israel member Pat Waltz's artwork will be showcased at North Canton Library

ENDOWMENT FUNDS

Temple Israel has a variety of endowment funds that support our mission and vision. CLICK to see the full listing.



If you are interested in contributing to an existing endowment, simply CLICK here.

To establish a new endowment, contact treasurer@templeisraelcanton.org or president@templeisraelcanton.org

OUR TEMPLE FAMILY

The Temple's Sympathy is extended to the families of:



• Sam Ron
• Russell Sinopoli
• Judith Nusbaum

Contributions

Temple Israel Endowments

David A Fettman Endowment

In Memory of

• Daniel M. Jonas, by Maryl Jonas

Eldy S. Gross Jr. and Nathan and Ida Ross Hunger Relief

In Memory of

• Bev Gross, by Donald & Jill Weinstein

Lockshin-Goldenfield Religious School Endowment

In Honor of

• Rabbi John Spitzer's 50th Anniversary of Ordination, by Shirley Lockshin & Family

In Memory of

• Sam Ron, by Shirley Lockshin & Family

Rabbi John H. Spitzer Endowment for Social Justice & Action

In Honor of

• Rabbi John Spitzer's 50th Anniversary of Ordination, by Bonnie &Steve Manello, Shirley Lockshin & Family, Robert & Tina Stein, Marilyn & Paul Feldman, Debbie Spetich, Bernice Friedman, David & Lingxia Friedman, Harlene Smuckler, Chelle & Larry Cohen, Mary Donna & Jim Rubin, Bertman & Stieglitz Families, Denise & Steve Nielsen, Michael & Janice London, Gail & Ted Goldman, Ellery Langkamp & Greer Kabb-Langkamp, Iris & Steven Ossakow, Shelley & Rob Schweitzer, Dr. & Mrs. John Trapani, Linda & Mike Alperin, Sue Matlof, Temple Israel Sisterhood, Manuel & Pat Albacete, Irv & Eileen Dinn, Robecca Alperin, Laurence & Penny Bove, Jdean Carro, Linda & Gary Sirak, Ronnie & Allen Brockman, Debbie & Vito Sinopoli, Mark & Cathy Atleson, Shelley Jurkiewicz & Shelley Salzer, Maryl Jonas, John & Barb Spera, David Jay, Lyndra A. Myers, Mary Jo Lockshin, Amy Lakritz & Mark Weiner, Barbara & Bob Ferne, Linda & Arne Rosenblatt
• Silhouette Project, by United Methodist Women

In Appreciation of

• Dennis & Marianne Glazer for their photography talent & time spent during Rabbi Spitzer's Celebration Weekend, by Cathy & Mark Atleson
• Rabbi John Spitzer, by Paulette Karelitz & Family

Robert & Shelley Schweitzer Temple Youth Group

In Memory of

• Bev Gross, by Stuart & Laraine Levine
• Sam Ron, by Stuart & Laraine Levine

Bilha Ron Religious School Enrichment Fund

In Memory of

• Sam Ron, by Shelley & Rob Schweitzer, Bonnie & Steve Manello, Harlene Smuckler, Barb & Stan Rubin
• Judy Nusbaum, by Harlene Smuckler, Julie Golden

Community Relations

In Honor of

• Bonnie Manello's Retirement, by Harlene Smuckler
• Fran & PJ Well's Grandson, Oliver, by Gail & Marshall Bleckman

Fine Arts

In Honor of

• Rabbi John Spitzer's 50th Anniversary of Ordination, by Dori Smith

In Memory of

• Myra G. Kahn, by Dori Smith

Floral Fund

In Appreciation of

• Templegrams received for our 40th Anniversary, by Iris & Steven Ossakow



Kiddush Fund

In Honor of

• Eileen & Matt Saltarelli's Granddaughter, Romi, by Bob & Diane Friedman

Hunger Relief

In Honor of

• John & Barb Spera's 50th Anniversary, by Harlene Smuckler
• Rabbi John Spitzer's 50th Anniversary of Ordination, by Diana Collum
• Eileen & Matt Saltarelli's Granddaughter, Romi, by Gail & Marshall Bleckman

In Memory of

• Bev Gross, by Bob & Fran Reaven
• Sam Ron, by Paul & Marilyn Feldman, Adele & Ron Gelb
• Russ Sinopoli, by Linda & Howard Smuckler, Harlene Smuckler
• Mary Harris Wilder, by Donald & Jill Weinstein
• Judy Nusbaum, by Eileen & Matt Saltarelli, Diana Collum

Rabbi's Discretionary Fund

In Appreciation of

• Rabbi Komerofsky, by Michael & Stephanie Weinberg, David Goe, Jack & Joy Tuber
• Rabbi Komerofsky's professionalism & planning skills for Rabbi Spitzer's 50th Anniversary of Ordination, by Cathy & Mark Atleson
• Rabbi Komerofsky for all the Hard Work you do for Temple Israel, by Barb & John Spera
• Cathy & Mark Atleson for planning a Wonderful Weekend Event for Rabbi Spitzer, by Barb & John Spera
• Rabbi Komerofsky for his Beautiful Tribute to Rabbi Spitzer, by Mary Donna & Jim Rubin
• Rabbi Komerofsky IMO Lee Karelitz, by Paulette Karelitz & Family

In Honor of

• Postcard Campaign, by Michael Abrams, Cynthia Burnell

In Memory of

• Sylvia Robbins, by Herbert Winograd
• Russ Sinopoli, by Linda & David Sklar

ADULT PROGRAMS

MEN’S CLUB BREAKFAST AT BEIT HA’AM

Thursday, November 16, 2023 | 9:30 A.M.

·      SPEAKER: Rabbi Joshua Jacobs of B’nai Jeshurun Congregation

·      COST: $5 per person includes a continental breakfast

·      TOPIC: Parashat Ha-Shavuah - The Weekly Torah Portion

All are welcome!

Please RSVP to Debbie by Thursday, November 9 at

(330) 445-2412 or via email at dguilliams@jewishcanton.org

Join us for lunch and time to shop at the bakery and boutique.

All are welcome!

Tuesday, November 28, 2023 | 11:45 A.M.

Hartville Kitchen | The Shops at Hartville

1015 Edison Street SW

Hartville, Ohio 44632

Meet directly at the restaurant or take the van. Van transportation is $14 per rider and will depart from Beit Ha’am at 11:00 a.m.

Please RSVP to Debbie Guilliams by Tuesday, November 21 by phone at (330) 445-2412 or via email at dguilliams@jewishcanton.org.

Jewish Family Services list has changed and they are in need of the following:

Vegetable Oil

Tuna In Water

Butter Round Crackers (Ritz)

Liquid Hand Soap

Please feel free to drop off your donations to the Temple Office.

Jewish Family Services

Mitzvah Project

All of the families benefiting from this project live in our community. Please help them have a wonderful Hanukkah this year. You can pick a dreidel in the lobby of Beit Ha’am with a special gift request from November 3rd through November 26^th.

^·       Pick a dreidel (Nov 3-Nov 26)

·       Purchase a gift(s)

·       Return gift(s) with dreidel attached in an unwrapped bag.

·       Please include gift receipts for all items.

·       Return gift(s) to Beit Ha’am by Monday, November 27^th.

Checks or cash maybe given in lieu of shopping for a gift. Please make checks payable to JFS Mitzvah Project. Send to 432 30^th St NW., Canton OH 44709 by November 27th.

**Please make sure to attach dreidel and gift receipts

to the gift(s) you purchased when you bring to Beit Ha’am**

Thank you for supporting the JFS Mitzvah Program.