| Temple Sholom E-Bulletin | July 22nd, 2011 | |
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Sunday, July 24th The Art of Prayer with Rav David Tuesday, July 26th Lunch 'n' Learn with Rabbi Mitch Wednesday, July 27th For Youth: Ice Cream at Gofer with Rav David
and Cantor Asa Thursday, July 28th Talmud Study: Radical Rabbis with Rav David |
| Temple Sholom is proud to announce the launch of our new website! Explore our new home on the web at www.templesholom.com |
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Candle Lighting Temple Sholom's
Worship Schedule Friday, July 22nd 6:30 - 7:15pm
Saturday, July 23rd 9:30 am - 12:00pm
Sunday, July 24th 8:30 - 9:15am |
| Weekly Teaching by Rabbi Mitch "Kol ha'olam kulo gesher tzar ma'od v'haikar lo l'fached klal" ("The whole world is a narrow bridge, but the essence is to not be afraid.") This well-known Hebrew song - one of the most popular pieces of Jewish wisdom attributed to Reb Nachman of Bratislav -- teaches that the most important accomplishment we can master in life is to not become incapacitated by our fear. While it may not seem realistic in the moment, in the most challenging of circumstances, fear can be re-channeled for reasonable and perhaps even healthy responses. Fear, like love, is a great motivator. We can be afraid of dying, and the loss of our loved ones, and be prompted by both fear and love... Click here to see the full version of this teaching. |
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 Temple Sholom is now on Twitter! Join the conversation! Click here to follow Rabbi Mitch at @RabbiMitch - and get all the latest updates and news about Temple Sholom by following our congregational Twitter feed at @TempleSholomCT. |
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| Beach Service  Annual Beach Service Join us for Temple Sholom's Shabbat on the Beach at Tod's Point, Greenwich Town Beach Friday, August 12th, 2011 at 6:00pm Take a deep breath, grab a picnic and some lawn chairs, and join your Temple Sholom friends in welcoming Shabbat on Friday, August 12th, at a joyful, musical service at Tod's Point (at the "Seaside Garden" section of the beach). Click here for directions. The evening begins with a wine and cheese "pre-neg" at 6:00pm, followed by Shabbat services at 6:30pm, led by Cantor Asa Fradkin and music specialist Adam Feder. Worried about rain? Never fear - in case of inclement weather, the "pre-neg" and services will take place at Temple Sholom at 6:00pm. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Eve Jedda at eve.jedda@templesholom.com, or call her at (203) 542-7156. *Please note: the Beach Service will be the only Shabbat service taking place on the evening of August 12th. |
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| Don't miss out! Make your reservations today for Temple Sholom's Israel Mission 
Temple Sholom leads a mission to Israel every year. This year's trip will take place in association with The Sholom Center in February 2012. Spaces for the trip are filling up quickly - so don't miss out on this chance to be part of a fascinating and timeless exploration of the Holy Land. For more information and a detailed itinerary, click on the link above, or contact Lori Baden, Senior Director of Membership and Programming, at(203) 542-7172 or email Lori.Baden@templesholom.comThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . |
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Summer Study Programs: Radical Rabbis Rav David studies the most controversial debates, stories, and figures in the Talmud. Thursdays 7:00 - 8:30pm Class meets on July 28th and August 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th The Art of Prayer: There's more than one way to sing L'cha Dodi! Join Cantor Asa and get to know the weekly prayers that celebrate Shabbat. (Rav David fills in for Cantor Asa this Sunday.) Sundays: 9:30 - 10:30am Class meets on July 24th & 31st and August 7th & 14th Jewish Ethics Come in from the heat, enjoy lunch and study Jewish ethics through the lens of the rabbinic Sages with Rabbi Mitch and Rav David. Tuesdays: 12:00 - 1:00pm July 26th and August 2nd & 9th A kosher lunch will be provided each week, except for Tuesday, August 9th in observance of Tisha B'Av, a fast day. |
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| Summer Youth Programs 
Kids home for the summer? Join Rav David and friends for some fun hang-time - meet for ice cream, or come by for pizza and hoops. Open to 2nd through 8th graders. Wednesday, July 27th, 4:30 - 6:00pm - Ice Cream at Gofer*, Cool off with Rav David and Cantor at Gofer. They will treat you to a scoop of ice cream. Wednesday, August 10th, 4:30 - 6:00pm - Pizza, Hoops & More, Bring your friends for a pick up game of hoops with Rav David. Work up an appetite and stay for pizza and ice cream. There will also be plenty of other games to play such as hula hoop and hopscotch. Wednesday, August 17th, 4:30 - 6:00pm - Ice Cream at Gofer*, Cool off with Rav David and Reb Allison at Gofer. They will treat you to a scoop of ice cream. *Gofer Ice Cream is located at 522 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich. If you have questions regarding our youth programs, call Rav David at (203) 542-7163 or email him at ravdavid@templesholom.com |
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| Young Children's Family Services and Dinner 
Friday, July 29th, 5:30pm Services, 6:00pm Dinner
Friday night is family time! Join Reb Allison and friends for a fun, spirited and child-friendly Shabbat service designed especially for families with children in 2nd grade and younger. Stay after services for a light Shabbat dinner and socialize with other parents and children. Bring your friends...everyone is welcome! To RSVP or for further information, please call Alice Schoen at (203) 542-7165 or email her at alice.schoen@templesholom.com. |
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| Tisha B'Av 
Monday, August 8th, 6:30pm Erev Tisha B'Av Services Tisha B'Av, the Fast of the Ninth of Av, is a day of mourning to commemorate the many tragedies that have befallen the Jewish people. Tisha B'Av will be observed this year from sundown on Monday, August 8th until sundown on Tuesday, August 9th. Click here to learn more about Tisha B'Av, and its traditions and observances. At Temple Sholom, services will take place on Monday evening, August 8th at 6:30pm. Participants are encouraged to bring flashlights, as the lighting in the sanctuary will be dimmed. |
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| | | In and Around the Community... The Jewish High School of Connecticut (JHSC) Announces Merit Scholarship, The Board of Trustees of the JHSC is pleased to announce a Merit Scholarship, for a student who currently does not attend Jewish High School. The grantee will receive a tuition waiver equalling 100% of the tuition at JHSC. The grant will be renewed for each for the student's remaining years at JHSC, after the initial grant, subject to the student's maintaining a good standing in their academics, behavioral, and other pursuits that qualified them in the first place. Click here to download the JHSC Merit Scholarship Application. Biblical and Talmudic botanist Jon Greenberg, Ph.D. will present Torah tours of the Brooklyn and New York Bronx Botanical Gardens on Tuesday, July 26th (at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden, especially for mothers and children) and Sunday, July 31st from 10:00 - 11:30am (at the New York Botanical Garden: all are welcome.) Highlights of the tours include samples of the original maror, the "Etrog Problem"- how a conflict between science and Torah was created and solved, why wine is important in Judaism, and a look at Botany as Theology. For more information, fee structures, or to register for either event, please e-mail Dr. Greenberg at jon@torahflora.org or visit TorahFlora.org and click on Events. Shalom Bombay, the glatt kosher Indian restaurant in NYC, has recently started a Friday delivery service to several communities. They are delivering their unique and delicious Shabbat specials and Kiddush food directly to your doorstep (naan bread, tandoori meats, chicken, lamb, and vegetarian dishes, samosas, rice dishes, etc). If you are interested, visit www.shalombombay.com or email shalombombay@yahoo.com. They will need a critical mass of orders to begin the service in the Greenwich/Stamford area. As our very own Steve Katz says, "This place is great!"
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