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Friday, November 27, 2015

Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shabbat Bulletin
Vayishlach
November 28, 2015
16 Kislev 5776
send your submission to bulletin@cas-stamford.org
Schedule
Friday
Candles4:09 PM
Mincha4:14 PM
Shabbat
Shacharit8:00 AM
9:00 AM
Coffee & Commentary8:45 AM
Latest Shema9:19 AM
Latest Shacharit10:07 AM
Mishnah & Hot Cocoa10:15 AM
Tot Shabbat10:30 AM
Mini Minyan10:30 AM
Jr Cong/BMC10:30 AM
Shiur10:30 AM
Code Of Jewish Law3:15 PM
Daf Yomi3:50 PM
Mincha4:05 PM
Maariv5:05 PM
Shabbat Ends5:10 PM
Shabbat Shalom
My Dad and Denzel Washington: Living with Thanksgiving
My father and Denzel Washington both grew up in Mt. Vernon, NY. Little did I know that they also share an abiding faith in God and zest for living rooted in an ever present appreciation for the fragility of life. They both understand that living with uncertainty is a key to living inspired.
My father is one of the most grateful people I know. Whenever I ask him how he is doing, he responds, "Thank God!" with gusto. He sees every day with renewed mission and purpose. Recently, I asked him about how he stays "high" on life.
He responded with an insight of one of his mentors, Rabbi Jacob Rabinowitz, whose wisdom shaped his outlook on life. When the Biblical figure Jacob, in Parshat Vayishlach, faces a reunion with his brother, he is anxious about the impending meeting and prepares simultaneously for peace and war. He prays to the Divine for assistance by saying, "I am diminished from all of my kindnesses." He acknowledges that he may no longer be deserving of God's grace and asks for God's mercy. My father explained that Jacob lived with uncertainty. He never believed that he was owed anything by God. When we live with a sense of healthy insecurity, we relish life's blessings. How can we not be filled with gratitude?
My father lives with this message. So does Denzel Washington. In an interview, the Academy award winning actor shared that he always carries a tattered notebook with him. He never wants to forget the list he maintained of job leads when he was looking for his first break in the business. In a recent speech, Denzel suggested, "Give thanks for blessings every day. Every day. Embrace gratitude. Encourage others. It is impossible to be grateful and hateful at the same time."
When Denzel concluded his speech, he ended with a prayer that he frequently uses when speaking to groups. "I pray that you put your slippers way under your bed at night so that when you wake up in the morning you have to start on your knees to find them. And while you are down there, say "thank you." Living inspired stems from an awareness that life can change in an instant. Take nothing for granted. Do not assume you are owed anything. Do not live with a sense of entitlement. We are here by the grace of God. Live every day with Thanksgiving!
Wishing you and your families a Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Daniel Cohen
Lights Across Stamford - CAS will take our shul on the road as we share the joy and light of Chanukah. We will be organizing Chanukah Lighting in various locations. Stay tuned as we solidify the venues. If you would like to host a lighting in your building whether residential or office, please be in touch with Rabbi Cohen. Thank you very much and Happy Early Chanukah!
Lighting Schedule
  • Trump Parc Stamford Monday, December 7th at 6 PM
  • Atria Assisted Living Tuesday, December 8th at 5 PM
  • Classic Condominium Tuesday, December 8th at 7:30 PM
Buy a Bond for Israel as a Gift for Chanukah. This Chanukah, give the gift of Israel to your children, grandchildren and relatives! For one night of Chanukah, particularly in light of the current situation in Israel, celebrate Israel and buy an Israel Bond. With bonds starting now at $36, and easily purchased online, this is a perfect gift for the holidays. The more ties we can forge between our children and the State of Israel, the greater likelihood they will understand and appreciate their Jewish heritage, and the stronger Israel will be in the future. For more information or to make an investment, contact Cynthia Blustein, Development Corporation for Israel/Israel Bonds, at 914-713-9003 or make a purchase online at www.israelbonds.com.
Rabbi Cohen's Israel Action Items
  • Prayers: After every morning and evening service, we recite Psalm 130 followed by the prayer Acheinu, in solidarity with our family in Israel and with a prayer for God to transform our sadness into joy. I encourage you to join us daily or recite these prayers at home.
  • Stay engaged in the news: Here are some suggested sites to keep you informed. www.timesofisrael.com, www.israelnationalnews.com, www.israelhayom.com, and www.israelam.com.
Weekday Schedule
Candles Next Friday4:07 PM
Daf YomiSunday 7:45 am, Monday-Friday 7:00 am
ShacharitSunday: 7:15 AM/8:30 AM, Monday-Friday: 6:30 AM/7:30 AM
MinchaSunday-Thursday: 4:15 PM
Mazal Tov
  • to the Wohlberg family on Josh's Bar Mitzvah
  • to Ruth & Mel Aminoff on the Bar Mitzvah of their grandson Phillip Mann-Segal, son of Dr. Danny Mann-Segal andLiba Aminoff, in Melbourne, Australia
  • to Martin and Phyllis Shapiro on the bar mitzvah of their grandson which was held in Israel
Celebrate with the family! Make a donation in their honor and we will send an acknowledgement to the family. Just click here.
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Shabbat Shalom Hospital Packagesby the Linda Beson Nursing Education Fund
Sanctuary KiddushSharon & Simeon Wohlberg in honor of Josh's bar mitzvah
Chapel KiddushTracy & Tom Volet in commemoration of the yahrzeits of Tom's parents, Ruth & Edward Volet
Sponsor a kiddush! click here to see the menus.
Click here to email Matt and he will contact you mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org
Shabbat Topics & Participants
SermonRabbi Jerry Wohlberg
Daf YomiDavid Bessaleli
Seudat ShlishitRabbi David Walk
Torah ReadersJosh Wohlberg, Wohlberg Family, Nate Samberg
Events Of Interest
Join Us! Kick off event for the
Annual Chanukah Book Drive
Shabbat Groups December 5
with special guest reader Elliot Sloyer, author of Bat in the Bunk!
Book drive runs from December 6-27
Drop off in CAS Lobby
Children's books Infant-8th grade
benefit the programs of Read to Grow, a nonprofit Organization dedicated to promoting early literacy.
Info: Sarah Poland Spoland333@yahoo.com
Sisterhood
SYLVIA'S CAS Sisterhood Gift Shop
Bring this coupon for 20% off 1 item (One coupon per family)
We need volunteers to work in the shop! Please call Julie at (203)-321-6460.
Sign Up For These Events
Click on one of these upcoming events!
CAS Adult Education Program
Choose from a wide variety of stimulating and inspiring educational opportunities!
Fall Session begins the week of October 18.
Matan Class
Sunday, December 6 - 9:30 AM
Matan Class
Matan, led by Diane Cohen, is a mother-daughter program for sixth grade Bat Mitzvah-age girls focusing on female role models from the time of the Bible through modern Israel. It is an educational, fun, interactive and uplifting way to prepare for your Bnai Mitzvah and grow closer to your daughters in the process. The Matan Class is endowed by a gift from Gerald Cohen in memory of his mother Florence Cohen, Tziporah bat Shimon.
CAS Chanukah Yom Iyun
Sunday, December 13 - 9:00 AM
CAS Chanukah Yom Iyun
Featuring three separate shiurim by Rabbi Zvi Sobolofsky, Rosh Yeshiva, RIETS, Yeshiva University.
9:15-10AM - SHIUR #1: Lighting Chanukah candles away from home
10:15AM -11AM - SHIUR #2: The authority of Chazal to institute new mitzvot
11:15AM-12 noon - SHIUR #3: Hilchot Shabbat and winter issues (snow removal, playing in snow, heat not working, etc.)
Cantor's Salute to Israel Concert
Saturday, December 19 - 7:00 PM
Cantor's Salute to Israel Concert
New Date! New Location! Now at CAS!

With percentage of proceeds to be donated to victims of recent attacks in Israel

Tickets $18/$36-Limited Seating

Featuring Israeli Classics
Accompanied by Ira Berk, Sid Nachman
Young Couples Pot Luck Shabbat Lunch
Saturday, January 9 - 1:30 PM
Young Couples Pot Luck Shabbat Lunch
The Young Couples Committee is putting together its third annual potluck Shabbat lunch. We are looking for hosts families and guests to help participate in a Shabbat pot luck lunch with other families in our community. Please contact Laura Tobin at laurabl@gmail.com for additional information. Last year we had over 40 participants, so come join us for a fun Shabbat meal with friends.
CAS Youth Fundraiser
Saturday, January 23 - 7:30 PM
CAS Youth Fundraiser
PLEASE JOIN US FOR
PANOPLY 2016
A MULTIMEDIA TRIVIA EXPERIENCE FOR ADULTS TO BENEFIT THE CAS YOUTH DEPARTMENT
Join us for a super exciting fun trivia game show with delicious food and drink. Also be ready to bid on some incredible prizes in our Auction!
CAS Youth Sign Up
Sign up here to receive weekly emails from your leaders telling you what to expect on Shabbat morning
Receive notifications of upcoming events, a special kiddush and fun programs
CAS AIPAC
Join the CAS AIPAC Delegation in March, 2016 Info: Rabbi Cohen, Veronica and Erwin Reich (veronica.reich@gmail.com, reichea@optonline.net) or Maria and Glenn Reicin (maria.reicin@gmail.com, glenn.reicin@gmail.com) Am Yisrael Chai!
Womens Tefillah Group
Saturday, February 6 - 10:00 AM
Womens Tefillah Group
Please join us!
FEBRUARY 6 - PARSHAT Mishpatim
MARCH 23 - Purim Megilla Reading (evening service)
For more information, contact:
Ziona Doft zionadoft@yahoo.com or
Ronnie Sichel ronsichel@aol.com
Annual Childrens Chanukah Book Drive
Kick off event in Shabbat Youth Groups December 5th with Children's author Elliot Sloyer!!
December 5-27
Drop your new or gently used children's books (for infants and children through 8th grade) in the CAS Lobby.
Books donated will benefit the programs of Read to Grow, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting early literacy.
Teen Minyan Kiddush Fund
Sponsor a teen minyan kiddush
Parents! Help us provide kiddush at all our teen minyans this year!
CAS Renewal Project
Rebuilding Together: Yachad b'yachad
Join the campaign to
Revitalize ✶ Renew ✶ Refurbish
our historic synagogue.
Make your gift now through December 31st
For info, contact us at renewcas@cas-stamford.org
CAS Announcements
  • JOIN US AS THE SISTERHOOD SPONSORS WOMEN'S CLUB. December 2nd at 10am at CAS. The program will be an interactive lecture by Dr. Anne Peskin titled "Secret Codes." Everyone is invited!
  • SAVE THE DATE: CELEBRATE CHANUKAH at our Senior Luncheon, Wednesday, December 9 at CAS from 12 PM - 1:30 PM. Event chairs: Diane Cohen and Gloria Green. More info soon!
  • FATHER/SON MINYAN We are now holding a Father/Son minyan on Sundays at 9:15am. Breakfast to follow. We plan to hold this minyan twice a month. Please see Simeon Wohlberg for details
  • JOIN THE CHEVRA KADISHA We need new volunteers for the Chevra - those willing to perform a tahara. Info: Please contact Rochel Attar at fiveximah@gmail.com
  • IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING We need you to help secure our Synagogue. As you come to the building, please be aware of your surroundings. If you see something out of the ordinary, please let someone know about it. This will keep everyone safe.
  • WELCOME TO OUR SYNAGOGUE PROGRAM Every Shabbat we station ushers at the doors in the sanctuary to welcome people, assist them and enhance the service. We are expanding the usher roles to include a greeter in the lobby from 9-10:30 am. Please join the usher team. We need you and your smile. Info: Mitchell Bell.
  • CAS FREE MEZUZAH CAMPAIGN IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT Bringing Blessings to Jewish Homes. Do you know a neighbor or a friend who lacks a mezuzah? CAS offers a free mezuzah and home visit to post this sacred scroll at the entrance to all Jewish homes in the area. For more info, contact Rabbi Cohen: rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org
  • COMMUNITY CHESED HELPERS An important role of the Chesed committee is outreach to the Shul's elderly and homebound, who are often isolated and lack a lifeline to our synagogue. Volunteer to reach out and identify needs, visit, or give a ride. Even small gestures mean a great deal Interested? Vivian Weiss at 203-323-0909 or vivianweiss@gmail.com. If you are aware of elderly or homebound members in need of outreach, please notify Rabbi Cohen.
  • NEW TO STAMFORD AND INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP? Contact Jessie Brand (Jessieoser@gmail.com) or Rabbi Daniel Cohen.
  • WE WANT YOU FOR BINGO! Players AND volunteers needed. Join in on the fun we have every week at 6:00 PM
CAS Classes
Week of November 29
SundayRabbi Walk: Bible from the Beginning - 9:15 AM
MondayRabbi David Walk: D'var Yom B'yomo-Timely Topics (held at BCDS) - 12:00 PM
Rabbi Walk: Laws of Tefilah - 7:40 PM
TuesdayRabbi Daniel Cohen: Power of the Prophets - 8:15 AM
Rabbi Daniel Cohen: The Depth of Genesis - 9:00 AM
Rabbi Daniel Cohen: Parsha Perspective and Paradigms - 12:00 PM
Rabbi David Walk: The Jewish Bookshelf - - 7:30 PM
ThursdayRabbi Walk: Talmud Bavli - Masechet Megilla - 7:30 PM
FridayRabbi Daniel Cohen: The Pre-Shabbos Torah Taste - 8:15 AM
Community Announcements
  • #RAISINGTODAYSKIDS - AN EVENING WITH JOSH LEVS AT THE JCC, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2015, 7:30PM Josh Levs is an award winning CNN and NPR broadcaster, investigative journalist and author of the book All In: How Our Work-First Culture Fails Dads, Families, And Businesses - And How We Can Fix It Together. Josh became a leading advocate for modern families when he accused Time Warner of denying him fair parental leave when his child was born. He will discuss how fatherhood today is far different from previous generations and what it means for our individual lives, spouses, families, workplaces, and society. Join us for "Beers and Cheers" with Josh before the lecture at 6:45pm. Tickets $12 each, $10 for JCC members. Click here to register. For more information, please contact Sandi Waldstreicher at swaldstreicher@stamfordjcc.org or call (203)322-6541.
  • ISRAELI WINE TASTING & FOOD PAIRING EVENT - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1ST -- @SIX THIRTEEN RESTAURANTSix Thirteen is hosting a fabulous event next week -- featuring a selection of fine Israeli wines, paired with some great Six Thirteen fare. My favorite one: Shiloh Legend - A boundary-breaking red blend of 45% Shiraz, 40% Petite Sirah, 9% Petit Verdot and 6% Merlot. Rich and earthy, the wine has a stunning purple color and firm tannins. Aged for 16 months in oak barrels (8 months with the blending elements separate and 8 together), the characteristics of plum, cocoa, leather, mint and spice harmonize beautifully. Paired With: Sliced Prime Rib of Beef with Black Pepper Fries . Only $45 for a five course Chef's Tasting Menu, paired with five Israeli wines. We will also welcome the President of the Israeli Wine Producers Association, who will be on hand to describe the wines, the winemaking process, and answer questions. Hope to see you there!
  • CARMEL ACADEMY PRESENTS THREE-PART LECTURE SERIES WITH RABBI SHAI HELD Named by "Newsweek" as one of the 50 most influential rabbis in America, don't miss the chance to hear Rabbi Shai Held of Mechon Hadar right here in Connecticut! Carmel Academy is thrilled to announce its partnership with Mechon Hadar and proudly presents a three-part, intellectually stimulating lecture series exploring how Jewish texts can help us answer some of life's biggest questions. Rabbi Shai Held's first lecture, "Flipping Self-Worth On Its Head: A Revolutionary Jewish Approach to Human Dignity and Value" will take place December 10th, 7:30 p.m. at Carmel Academy, 270 Lake Avenue, Greenwich. The lecture will delve into how relationships with ourselves and others can be enhanced by taking ultimate worth seriously. By exploring texts on human value, Rabbi Held will construct a Jewish approach to self-worth -- and ask how parents can make this approach real in their children's lives.The series continues at the same time and place on December 17th and January 14th. Open to the community at no cost. For more information and to register for one or all of the series' lectures visit www.carmelacademy.com/mechonhadar.
  • AMERICAN FRIENDS OF DENTAL VOLUNTEERS FOR ISRAEL HONORS THE B.L. MANGER FOUNDATION in loving memory of Ben Manger & Stephen Manger for its unwavering support and commitment to the dental health of Jerusalem's underprivileged children and youth. DVI's 35th Anniversary Gala - Peace Starts with a Smile. November 29, 2015 at 6:00 PM. Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City. For more information: www.AmericanFriendsofDVI.org or (201)-336-0230
  • WOMEN'S INITIATIVE FOR JEWISH STUDIES (WIJS) is a program with the mission of introducing outstanding women Jewish studies scholars to the Westchester community. Now in its second year, this well-attended program features speakers from both the United States and Israel through a series of lectures held throughout the year at Young Israel of New Rochelle, 1149 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY. All lectures are free of charge and open to both women and men. Please SAVE THE DATE of Wednesday December 2, 2015 @ 7:45 pm for a presentation by Nechama Goldman Barash, Yoetzet Halacha and Lecturer at MaTaN, The Women's Institute for Torah Studies and Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies Jerusalem, on the topic"Rain, Rain, Go Away! -- Honi, the Rainmaker-- A New Interpretation". Our daytime programming continues with the final session of "Sheva haNeviot - The Seven Female Prophets" to be held on Thursday December 3 from 9:30-10:30am, taught by YINR's own Nomi Smilchensky, Director of Classroom Pedagogy, Ben Porat Yosef. We extend a warm welcome to the Westchester (and beyond) communities to join in this venture of advancing Jewish scholarship in our area. Future WIJS programs are scheduled for January 12, February 23, March 16, April 5 and May 24, 2016. Please visit Young Israel of New Rochelle www.yinr.org for a complete schedule. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For additional information or to be added to our mailing list, please email wijs@yinr.org
  • CAMOS (COMMITTEE TO ADVANCE MODERN ORTHODOXY IN STAMFORD) TO SPONSOR RABBI DR. TZVI HERSH WEINREB, Executive VP Emeritus of the Orthodox Union, as a scholar in residence, Shabbat, December 18-19. On Friday night at 7:45PM, Rabbi Weinreb will be speaking at the home of Toby Schaffer, 262 Strawberry Hill Avenue, on the subject of "The Spiritual Response to a World in Crisis." On Shabbat morning, Rabbi Weinreb will be delivering the sermon at the Young Israel of Stamford, 69 Oaklawn Avenue, on the subject of "Sliding to the RightBut In Search of What?" Rabbi Weinreb will speak at about 11AM. Finally, Rabbi Weinreb will speak immediately after mincha at shalosh seudot at C4:30PM at Congregation Agudath Sholom, 301 Strawberry Hill Avenue, at 4:30PM. His topic will be "The Three Greatest Problems Facing Orthodoxy Today." Free and open to the public.
  • BCDS MUSIC AND MOVEMENT FOR PRESCHOOL AGE CHILDREN Free and Open to the Public. Mark your calendar for these Tuesdays from 1:30pm-2:15pm at October 13th and 27th, November 10th, December 1st and 15th, January 5th and 19th, February 2nd and 23rd, March 8th and 22nd, April 5th, May 3rd and 17th, June 7th. For more information , please contact: Joanne Karow at jkarow@bcds.org or (203)329-2186
  • SAVE THE DATE MARCH 4, 2016 SHABBAT ACROSS STAMFORD Crowne Plaza Hotel. Volunteers & Sponsors contact Marcia Lane, UJF office 203-321-1373 ext.104.
  • THE BCDS ISRAEL FAMILY TRIP will leave on Sunday, May 15 for a ten day tour to Israel. You do not need to have a child at Bi-Cultural to join the trip. Thee is always something new to see in Israel, and this year's trip is no exception. In fact, this trip is for both those who have been to Israel as well as for those who have never been. Please contact Bob Abrams at Bi-Cultural Day School for more information. Babrams@bcds.org, or 203-329-2186. Ext. 1311.
  • DO A MITZVAH! CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE JFS KOSHER FOOD PANTRY BY PURCHASING MITZVAH BASKETS AND/OR MITZVAH CENTERPIECES INSTEAD OF FLOWERS FOR YOUR NEXT SIMCHA AT CAS. DISTRIBUTIONS FROM THE JFS KOSHER FOOD PANTRY HAVE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 1000 since the recession. With this tremendous upsurge in use, JFS is constantly challenged to keep the food pantry full. Your generosity enables JFS to help those in our community in their greatest moments of need.
  • LIVING WITH AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP on Sundays, November 15th and December 13th at 10:00 am at JFS Stamford office; 733 Summer Street, 6 th Floor Contact Eve Moskowitz, JFS Director of Clinical Services at 203-921-4161 or emoskowitz@ctjfs.org
  • JFS LIFE TRANSITIONS-Wednesdays at 11:00 am Support group for the unemployed at the Stamford JFS office, 733 Summer Street, 6th Floor. Contact Rebekah Kanefsky at 203-921-4161 or rkanefsky@ctjfs.org
  • JFS WORKSHOP - THE RACE TO COLLEGE- Mondays, December 7th, January 25th and February 29th at 6:00 - 7:00 pm at Harry Bennett Branch of Ferguson Library, 115 Vine Road, Stamford. Free and open to the community. Contact Claire Friedlander at clairef@ctjfs.org or 203-921-4161
  • JFS NEW BEGINNINGS, Tuesdays, 7:30 - 8:30 pm in Stamford Divorce Support Group at the JFS Stamford office, 733 Summer St., 6th Floor. Contact Eve Moskowitz at 203-921-4161 or emoskowitz@ctjfs.org
  • LET'S TALK- Thursdays, 11 :00 am Free at the Stamford JCC, 1035 Newfield Avenue. Contact Connie Cirillo Freeman at 203-487-0983 or cfreeman@stamfordjcc.org
  • JFS BRAIN FITNESS PROGRAM Working with clients experiencing early stage dementia or Alzheimer's in the client's home. Contact Matt Greenberg at 203-921-4161 or mgreenberg@ctjfs.org
  • JFS KOSHER FOOD PANTRY THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE: Help provide a holiday meal with frozen turkeys, canned goods, and grocery store gift cards. Bring donations to JFS Stamford office, 733 Summer St., 6th Floor, during office hours, on or before Friday, November 20th. Contact Rebekah Kanefsky, Case Manager at 203-921-4161 X128 or rkanefsky@ctjfs.org
  • CHABAD OF STAMFORD IS PLEASED TO HOST IT'S SECOND COMMUNITY CHANUKAH CONCERT CELEBRATION, featuring headliner Benny Friedman! Sunday, December 6th at Turn Of River Middle School (117 Vine Rd, Stamford), and featuring the children of our local Jewish day schools. Chanukah Wonderland (arts and crafts, snacks) 1-3pm and Concert begins 3-5pm. Tickets starting at $13. Contact programs@chabadstamford.org for more info www.chabadstamford.org
  • SAVE THE DATE! Annual Chevra Kadisha dinner, honoring Rochel Attar. Tuesday, February, February 16, 2016, 6PM. Cost - $36/person. Guest Speaker - Rabbi Shay Schachter, Rosh Beit Midrash at Young Israel of Woodmere. Invitations will be in the mail at the beginning of January.
  • 14TH ANNUAL CHALLENGES IN JEWISH EDUCATION PANEL,Shabbat, January 9, 2016, at the Young Israel of Stamford, 11AM (after services). Panel topic: "Making Davening More Meaningful to Our Children: At Home ... At School ... and At Shul." Featuring...Rabbi Jay Goldmintz, Ma'ayanot High School; Rivy Kletenik, Seattle Hebrew Academy; and Rabbi David Israel, Bi-Cultural Day School (moderator). Open to the entire community.
We Wish A Speedy Recovery To
  • Abraham ben Miriam Rachel
  • Alexander ben Ida
  • Ami ben Sara
  • Avraham Shmuel ben Sheyna
  • Avraham ben Sosna
  • Bela Devora bat Rachel
  • Chaim Avram ben Leah
  • Chaim Yechiel ben Malka
  • Chana Liba bat Yaakova
  • Chana bat Shulamit
  • Chava Kaila bat Menucha
  • Chaya Priva bat Leah
  • Chaya Sarah Tzipporah bat Esther
  • Chia Sorila Bat bat Fagey Devorah
  • Chono Leib ben Gittel
  • David ben Chaya
  • David ben Zila
  • Devora bat Rachael Miriam
  • Dinah bat Esther
  • Dinah bat Pauline
  • Eitan ben Sarah
  • Eliahu Aharon ben Yocheved Irta Etel
  • Esther Rachel bat Chava
  • Esther Shoshanna bat Yetta Chaya
  • Etta bat Velvel Rachel
  • Gedalia ben Malka
  • Hadassah Esther bat Chava Leah
  • Harav Chaim Yehoshua ben Chana Fruma
  • Hennia bat Musah
  • Leah bat Bayla
  • Lee bat Rachel
  • Lior Tzionah bat Sarah
  • Maya bat Shoshy
  • Melah ben Benesh
  • Moiche ben Chaya
  • Mordechai ben Tziyonah
  • Moshe Baruch ben Chaya Sara
  • Moshe Elyah ben Chana
  • Moshe ben Batya
  • Moshe ben Ben Marcelle
  • Moshe ben Leeba
  • Nira bat Rachel
  • Rachel Miril Hinda bat Miriam Rivkah
  • Rafaella bat Miriam
  • Rayna bat Necha
  • Refael Ephraim ben Sima
  • Reuven ben Masha
  • Rivka bat Feiga Tova
  • Rivkah bat Malka
  • Sarah Rivka bat Channah Rachel
  • Sarah bat Etta Ziesel
  • Shimon ben Geeta
  • Shmuel Yeruchim ben Beyla
  • Shoshanna Binah bat Michal
  • Sima bat Nehoma
  • Smadar Rut bat Chana
  • Tamar bat Yocheved
  • Ya'acov Ari ben Nitzah
  • Yehoshua Ylitzhak ben Tziyona
  • Yisrael Avraham ben Dina
  • Yisrael Dovid ben Rus
  • Yisroel ben Freida
  • Yochanan ben Alisa
  • Yosef Fishel ben Miriam Zlata
  • Zahava bat Chaya Sara
  • Ze'ev Mordechai ben Chaya Gittel
CAS Youth
This weekend....
Shabbat Morning Group Schedule and Leaders:
Tot Shabbat(ages birth-4) will meet in the youth classroom at 10:30 with Morahs Irene, Danielle and Simone!
Mini Minyan(ages 4-grade 1) will meet in the youth classroom at 10:30 with Morahs Debbie, Rebecca (Rivka) and Morah Talia!
Jr. Cong.(grades 2-4) will meet in the Chapel at 10:30 with Rabbi Jeiger, Nicole Wohlberg and Jennifer Steinmetz!
B'nai Mitzvah Club(grades 5-6) willmeet with Nocham Talby the elevator at 10:30.Regular attendees of the BMC will get cards and be invited out at least twice during the year for fun nights out at Soosh and 613!
Teen Minyan(grades 7-12)DOES NOT MEETthis week due to Josh Wohlberg's Bar Mitzvah- Mazal Tov Josh!
Coming Soon - November- January:
·BMC Cards have arrived get one today!
·Chessed Book Drive/special event in groups - 12/5/15
·Movie Night - coming soon
·Onegs - want to host? Let us know.
·BMC Soosh Night Out - 1/10/16- save the date!
·Panoply Youth Fundraiser - 1/23/16- save the date!
·So much more stay tuned
If you would like to celebrate your child's birthday or special accomplishment by sponsoring a special "kiddush" or a Mishna and Hot Cocoa in their honor, please email me atrabbijeiger@hotmail.com
If you would like to help support the Youth Department, please visit http://youth.cas-stamford.org/giving for all of our sponsorship opportunities.
Shabbat Shalom! Rabbi Jeiger

Congregation Agudath Sholom | 301 Strawberry Hill Avenue | Stamford, CT 06902
203-358-2200 www.cas-stamford.org

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Congregation Agudath Sholom | 301 Strawberry Hill Avenue | Stamford | CT | 06902

Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shabbat Bulletin
Vayishlach
November 28, 2015
16 Kislev 5776
send your submission to bulletin@cas-stamford.org
Schedule
Friday
Candles4:09 PM
Mincha4:14 PM
Shabbat
Shacharit8:00 AM
9:00 AM
Coffee & Commentary8:45 AM
Latest Shema9:19 AM
Latest Shacharit10:07 AM
Mishnah & Hot Cocoa10:15 AM
Tot Shabbat10:30 AM
Mini Minyan10:30 AM
Jr Cong/BMC10:30 AM
Shiur10:30 AM
Code Of Jewish Law3:15 PM
Daf Yomi3:50 PM
Mincha4:05 PM
Maariv5:05 PM
Shabbat Ends5:10 PM
Shabbat Shalom
My Dad and Denzel Washington: Living with Thanksgiving
My father and Denzel Washington both grew up in Mt. Vernon, NY. Little did I know that they also share an abiding faith in God and zest for living rooted in an ever present appreciation for the fragility of life. They both understand that living with uncertainty is a key to living inspired.
My father is one of the most grateful people I know. Whenever I ask him how he is doing, he responds, "Thank God!" with gusto. He sees every day with renewed mission and purpose. Recently, I asked him about how he stays "high" on life.
He responded with an insight of one of his mentors, Rabbi Jacob Rabinowitz, whose wisdom shaped his outlook on life. When the Biblical figure Jacob, in Parshat Vayishlach, faces a reunion with his brother, he is anxious about the impending meeting and prepares simultaneously for peace and war. He prays to the Divine for assistance by saying, "I am diminished from all of my kindnesses." He acknowledges that he may no longer be deserving of God's grace and asks for God's mercy. My father explained that Jacob lived with uncertainty. He never believed that he was owed anything by God. When we live with a sense of healthy insecurity, we relish life's blessings. How can we not be filled with gratitude?
My father lives with this message. So does Denzel Washington. In an interview, the Academy award winning actor shared that he always carries a tattered notebook with him. He never wants to forget the list he maintained of job leads when he was looking for his first break in the business. In a recent speech, Denzel suggested, "Give thanks for blessings every day. Every day. Embrace gratitude. Encourage others. It is impossible to be grateful and hateful at the same time."
When Denzel concluded his speech, he ended with a prayer that he frequently uses when speaking to groups. "I pray that you put your slippers way under your bed at night so that when you wake up in the morning you have to start on your knees to find them. And while you are down there, say "thank you." Living inspired stems from an awareness that life can change in an instant. Take nothing for granted. Do not assume you are owed anything. Do not live with a sense of entitlement. We are here by the grace of God. Live every day with Thanksgiving!
Wishing you and your families a Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Daniel Cohen
Lights Across Stamford - CAS will take our shul on the road as we share the joy and light of Chanukah. We will be organizing Chanukah Lighting in various locations. Stay tuned as we solidify the venues. If you would like to host a lighting in your building whether residential or office, please be in touch with Rabbi Cohen. Thank you very much and Happy Early Chanukah!
Lighting Schedule
  • Trump Parc Stamford Monday, December 7th at 6 PM
  • Atria Assisted Living Tuesday, December 8th at 5 PM
  • Classic Condominium Tuesday, December 8th at 7:30 PM
Buy a Bond for Israel as a Gift for Chanukah. This Chanukah, give the gift of Israel to your children, grandchildren and relatives! For one night of Chanukah, particularly in light of the current situation in Israel, celebrate Israel and buy an Israel Bond. With bonds starting now at $36, and easily purchased online, this is a perfect gift for the holidays. The more ties we can forge between our children and the State of Israel, the greater likelihood they will understand and appreciate their Jewish heritage, and the stronger Israel will be in the future. For more information or to make an investment, contact Cynthia Blustein, Development Corporation for Israel/Israel Bonds, at 914-713-9003 or make a purchase online at www.israelbonds.com.
Rabbi Cohen's Israel Action Items
  • Prayers: After every morning and evening service, we recite Psalm 130 followed by the prayer Acheinu, in solidarity with our family in Israel and with a prayer for God to transform our sadness into joy. I encourage you to join us daily or recite these prayers at home.
  • Stay engaged in the news: Here are some suggested sites to keep you informed. www.timesofisrael.com, www.israelnationalnews.com, www.israelhayom.com, and www.israelam.com.
Weekday Schedule
Candles Next Friday4:07 PM
Daf YomiSunday 7:45 am, Monday-Friday 7:00 am
ShacharitSunday: 7:15 AM/8:30 AM, Monday-Friday: 6:30 AM/7:30 AM
MinchaSunday-Thursday: 4:15 PM
Mazal Tov
  • to the Wohlberg family on Josh's Bar Mitzvah
  • to Ruth & Mel Aminoff on the Bar Mitzvah of their grandson Phillip Mann-Segal, son of Dr. Danny Mann-Segal andLiba Aminoff, in Melbourne, Australia
  • to Martin and Phyllis Shapiro on the bar mitzvah of their grandson which was held in Israel
Celebrate with the family! Make a donation in their honor and we will send an acknowledgement to the family. Just click here.
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Shabbat Shalom Hospital Packagesby the Linda Beson Nursing Education Fund
Sanctuary KiddushSharon & Simeon Wohlberg in honor of Josh's bar mitzvah
Chapel KiddushTracy & Tom Volet in commemoration of the yahrzeits of Tom's parents, Ruth & Edward Volet
Sponsor a kiddush! click here to see the menus.
Click here to email Matt and he will contact you mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org
Shabbat Topics & Participants
SermonRabbi Jerry Wohlberg
Daf YomiDavid Bessaleli
Seudat ShlishitRabbi David Walk
Torah ReadersJosh Wohlberg, Wohlberg Family, Nate Samberg
Events Of Interest
Join Us! Kick off event for the
Annual Chanukah Book Drive
Shabbat Groups December 5
with special guest reader Elliot Sloyer, author of Bat in the Bunk!
Book drive runs from December 6-27
Drop off in CAS Lobby
Children's books Infant-8th grade
benefit the programs of Read to Grow, a nonprofit Organization dedicated to promoting early literacy.
Info: Sarah Poland Spoland333@yahoo.com
Sisterhood
SYLVIA'S CAS Sisterhood Gift Shop
Bring this coupon for 20% off 1 item (One coupon per family)
We need volunteers to work in the shop! Please call Julie at (203)-321-6460.
Sign Up For These Events
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CAS Adult Education Program
Choose from a wide variety of stimulating and inspiring educational opportunities!
Fall Session begins the week of October 18.
Matan Class
Sunday, December 6 - 9:30 AM
Matan Class
Matan, led by Diane Cohen, is a mother-daughter program for sixth grade Bat Mitzvah-age girls focusing on female role models from the time of the Bible through modern Israel. It is an educational, fun, interactive and uplifting way to prepare for your Bnai Mitzvah and grow closer to your daughters in the process. The Matan Class is endowed by a gift from Gerald Cohen in memory of his mother Florence Cohen, Tziporah bat Shimon.
CAS Chanukah Yom Iyun
Sunday, December 13 - 9:00 AM
CAS Chanukah Yom Iyun
Featuring three separate shiurim by Rabbi Zvi Sobolofsky, Rosh Yeshiva, RIETS, Yeshiva University.
9:15-10AM - SHIUR #1: Lighting Chanukah candles away from home
10:15AM -11AM - SHIUR #2: The authority of Chazal to institute new mitzvot
11:15AM-12 noon - SHIUR #3: Hilchot Shabbat and winter issues (snow removal, playing in snow, heat not working, etc.)
Cantor's Salute to Israel Concert
Saturday, December 19 - 7:00 PM
Cantor's Salute to Israel Concert
New Date! New Location! Now at CAS!

With percentage of proceeds to be donated to victims of recent attacks in Israel

Tickets $18/$36-Limited Seating

Featuring Israeli Classics
Accompanied by Ira Berk, Sid Nachman
Young Couples Pot Luck Shabbat Lunch
Saturday, January 9 - 1:30 PM
Young Couples Pot Luck Shabbat Lunch
The Young Couples Committee is putting together its third annual potluck Shabbat lunch. We are looking for hosts families and guests to help participate in a Shabbat pot luck lunch with other families in our community. Please contact Laura Tobin at laurabl@gmail.com for additional information. Last year we had over 40 participants, so come join us for a fun Shabbat meal with friends.
CAS Youth Fundraiser
Saturday, January 23 - 7:30 PM
CAS Youth Fundraiser
PLEASE JOIN US FOR
PANOPLY 2016
A MULTIMEDIA TRIVIA EXPERIENCE FOR ADULTS TO BENEFIT THE CAS YOUTH DEPARTMENT
Join us for a super exciting fun trivia game show with delicious food and drink. Also be ready to bid on some incredible prizes in our Auction!
CAS Youth Sign Up
Sign up here to receive weekly emails from your leaders telling you what to expect on Shabbat morning
Receive notifications of upcoming events, a special kiddush and fun programs
CAS AIPAC
Join the CAS AIPAC Delegation in March, 2016 Info: Rabbi Cohen, Veronica and Erwin Reich (veronica.reich@gmail.com, reichea@optonline.net) or Maria and Glenn Reicin (maria.reicin@gmail.com, glenn.reicin@gmail.com) Am Yisrael Chai!
Womens Tefillah Group
Saturday, February 6 - 10:00 AM
Womens Tefillah Group
Please join us!
FEBRUARY 6 - PARSHAT Mishpatim
MARCH 23 - Purim Megilla Reading (evening service)
For more information, contact:
Ziona Doft zionadoft@yahoo.com or
Ronnie Sichel ronsichel@aol.com
Annual Childrens Chanukah Book Drive
Kick off event in Shabbat Youth Groups December 5th with Children's author Elliot Sloyer!!
December 5-27
Drop your new or gently used children's books (for infants and children through 8th grade) in the CAS Lobby.
Books donated will benefit the programs of Read to Grow, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting early literacy.
Teen Minyan Kiddush Fund
Sponsor a teen minyan kiddush
Parents! Help us provide kiddush at all our teen minyans this year!
CAS Renewal Project
Rebuilding Together: Yachad b'yachad
Join the campaign to
Revitalize ✶ Renew ✶ Refurbish
our historic synagogue.
Make your gift now through December 31st
For info, contact us at renewcas@cas-stamford.org
CAS Announcements
  • JOIN US AS THE SISTERHOOD SPONSORS WOMEN'S CLUB. December 2nd at 10am at CAS. The program will be an interactive lecture by Dr. Anne Peskin titled "Secret Codes." Everyone is invited!
  • SAVE THE DATE: CELEBRATE CHANUKAH at our Senior Luncheon, Wednesday, December 9 at CAS from 12 PM - 1:30 PM. Event chairs: Diane Cohen and Gloria Green. More info soon!
  • FATHER/SON MINYAN We are now holding a Father/Son minyan on Sundays at 9:15am. Breakfast to follow. We plan to hold this minyan twice a month. Please see Simeon Wohlberg for details
  • JOIN THE CHEVRA KADISHA We need new volunteers for the Chevra - those willing to perform a tahara. Info: Please contact Rochel Attar at fiveximah@gmail.com
  • IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING We need you to help secure our Synagogue. As you come to the building, please be aware of your surroundings. If you see something out of the ordinary, please let someone know about it. This will keep everyone safe.
  • WELCOME TO OUR SYNAGOGUE PROGRAM Every Shabbat we station ushers at the doors in the sanctuary to welcome people, assist them and enhance the service. We are expanding the usher roles to include a greeter in the lobby from 9-10:30 am. Please join the usher team. We need you and your smile. Info: Mitchell Bell.
  • CAS FREE MEZUZAH CAMPAIGN IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT Bringing Blessings to Jewish Homes. Do you know a neighbor or a friend who lacks a mezuzah? CAS offers a free mezuzah and home visit to post this sacred scroll at the entrance to all Jewish homes in the area. For more info, contact Rabbi Cohen: rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org
  • COMMUNITY CHESED HELPERS An important role of the Chesed committee is outreach to the Shul's elderly and homebound, who are often isolated and lack a lifeline to our synagogue. Volunteer to reach out and identify needs, visit, or give a ride. Even small gestures mean a great deal Interested? Vivian Weiss at 203-323-0909 or vivianweiss@gmail.com. If you are aware of elderly or homebound members in need of outreach, please notify Rabbi Cohen.
  • NEW TO STAMFORD AND INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP? Contact Jessie Brand (Jessieoser@gmail.com) or Rabbi Daniel Cohen.
  • WE WANT YOU FOR BINGO! Players AND volunteers needed. Join in on the fun we have every week at 6:00 PM
CAS Classes
Week of November 29
SundayRabbi Walk: Bible from the Beginning - 9:15 AM
MondayRabbi David Walk: D'var Yom B'yomo-Timely Topics (held at BCDS) - 12:00 PM
Rabbi Walk: Laws of Tefilah - 7:40 PM
TuesdayRabbi Daniel Cohen: Power of the Prophets - 8:15 AM
Rabbi Daniel Cohen: The Depth of Genesis - 9:00 AM
Rabbi Daniel Cohen: Parsha Perspective and Paradigms - 12:00 PM
Rabbi David Walk: The Jewish Bookshelf - - 7:30 PM
ThursdayRabbi Walk: Talmud Bavli - Masechet Megilla - 7:30 PM
FridayRabbi Daniel Cohen: The Pre-Shabbos Torah Taste - 8:15 AM
Community Announcements
  • #RAISINGTODAYSKIDS - AN EVENING WITH JOSH LEVS AT THE JCC, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2015, 7:30PM Josh Levs is an award winning CNN and NPR broadcaster, investigative journalist and author of the book All In: How Our Work-First Culture Fails Dads, Families, And Businesses - And How We Can Fix It Together. Josh became a leading advocate for modern families when he accused Time Warner of denying him fair parental leave when his child was born. He will discuss how fatherhood today is far different from previous generations and what it means for our individual lives, spouses, families, workplaces, and society. Join us for "Beers and Cheers" with Josh before the lecture at 6:45pm. Tickets $12 each, $10 for JCC members. Click here to register. For more information, please contact Sandi Waldstreicher at swaldstreicher@stamfordjcc.org or call (203)322-6541.
  • ISRAELI WINE TASTING & FOOD PAIRING EVENT - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1ST -- @SIX THIRTEEN RESTAURANTSix Thirteen is hosting a fabulous event next week -- featuring a selection of fine Israeli wines, paired with some great Six Thirteen fare. My favorite one: Shiloh Legend - A boundary-breaking red blend of 45% Shiraz, 40% Petite Sirah, 9% Petit Verdot and 6% Merlot. Rich and earthy, the wine has a stunning purple color and firm tannins. Aged for 16 months in oak barrels (8 months with the blending elements separate and 8 together), the characteristics of plum, cocoa, leather, mint and spice harmonize beautifully. Paired With: Sliced Prime Rib of Beef with Black Pepper Fries . Only $45 for a five course Chef's Tasting Menu, paired with five Israeli wines. We will also welcome the President of the Israeli Wine Producers Association, who will be on hand to describe the wines, the winemaking process, and answer questions. Hope to see you there!
  • CARMEL ACADEMY PRESENTS THREE-PART LECTURE SERIES WITH RABBI SHAI HELD Named by "Newsweek" as one of the 50 most influential rabbis in America, don't miss the chance to hear Rabbi Shai Held of Mechon Hadar right here in Connecticut! Carmel Academy is thrilled to announce its partnership with Mechon Hadar and proudly presents a three-part, intellectually stimulating lecture series exploring how Jewish texts can help us answer some of life's biggest questions. Rabbi Shai Held's first lecture, "Flipping Self-Worth On Its Head: A Revolutionary Jewish Approach to Human Dignity and Value" will take place December 10th, 7:30 p.m. at Carmel Academy, 270 Lake Avenue, Greenwich. The lecture will delve into how relationships with ourselves and others can be enhanced by taking ultimate worth seriously. By exploring texts on human value, Rabbi Held will construct a Jewish approach to self-worth -- and ask how parents can make this approach real in their children's lives.The series continues at the same time and place on December 17th and January 14th. Open to the community at no cost. For more information and to register for one or all of the series' lectures visit www.carmelacademy.com/mechonhadar.
  • AMERICAN FRIENDS OF DENTAL VOLUNTEERS FOR ISRAEL HONORS THE B.L. MANGER FOUNDATION in loving memory of Ben Manger & Stephen Manger for its unwavering support and commitment to the dental health of Jerusalem's underprivileged children and youth. DVI's 35th Anniversary Gala - Peace Starts with a Smile. November 29, 2015 at 6:00 PM. Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City. For more information: www.AmericanFriendsofDVI.org or (201)-336-0230
  • WOMEN'S INITIATIVE FOR JEWISH STUDIES (WIJS) is a program with the mission of introducing outstanding women Jewish studies scholars to the Westchester community. Now in its second year, this well-attended program features speakers from both the United States and Israel through a series of lectures held throughout the year at Young Israel of New Rochelle, 1149 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY. All lectures are free of charge and open to both women and men. Please SAVE THE DATE of Wednesday December 2, 2015 @ 7:45 pm for a presentation by Nechama Goldman Barash, Yoetzet Halacha and Lecturer at MaTaN, The Women's Institute for Torah Studies and Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies Jerusalem, on the topic"Rain, Rain, Go Away! -- Honi, the Rainmaker-- A New Interpretation". Our daytime programming continues with the final session of "Sheva haNeviot - The Seven Female Prophets" to be held on Thursday December 3 from 9:30-10:30am, taught by YINR's own Nomi Smilchensky, Director of Classroom Pedagogy, Ben Porat Yosef. We extend a warm welcome to the Westchester (and beyond) communities to join in this venture of advancing Jewish scholarship in our area. Future WIJS programs are scheduled for January 12, February 23, March 16, April 5 and May 24, 2016. Please visit Young Israel of New Rochelle www.yinr.org for a complete schedule. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For additional information or to be added to our mailing list, please email wijs@yinr.org
  • CAMOS (COMMITTEE TO ADVANCE MODERN ORTHODOXY IN STAMFORD) TO SPONSOR RABBI DR. TZVI HERSH WEINREB, Executive VP Emeritus of the Orthodox Union, as a scholar in residence, Shabbat, December 18-19. On Friday night at 7:45PM, Rabbi Weinreb will be speaking at the home of Toby Schaffer, 262 Strawberry Hill Avenue, on the subject of "The Spiritual Response to a World in Crisis." On Shabbat morning, Rabbi Weinreb will be delivering the sermon at the Young Israel of Stamford, 69 Oaklawn Avenue, on the subject of "Sliding to the RightBut In Search of What?" Rabbi Weinreb will speak at about 11AM. Finally, Rabbi Weinreb will speak immediately after mincha at shalosh seudot at C4:30PM at Congregation Agudath Sholom, 301 Strawberry Hill Avenue, at 4:30PM. His topic will be "The Three Greatest Problems Facing Orthodoxy Today." Free and open to the public.
  • BCDS MUSIC AND MOVEMENT FOR PRESCHOOL AGE CHILDREN Free and Open to the Public. Mark your calendar for these Tuesdays from 1:30pm-2:15pm at October 13th and 27th, November 10th, December 1st and 15th, January 5th and 19th, February 2nd and 23rd, March 8th and 22nd, April 5th, May 3rd and 17th, June 7th. For more information , please contact: Joanne Karow at jkarow@bcds.org or (203)329-2186
  • SAVE THE DATE MARCH 4, 2016 SHABBAT ACROSS STAMFORD Crowne Plaza Hotel. Volunteers & Sponsors contact Marcia Lane, UJF office 203-321-1373 ext.104.
  • THE BCDS ISRAEL FAMILY TRIP will leave on Sunday, May 15 for a ten day tour to Israel. You do not need to have a child at Bi-Cultural to join the trip. Thee is always something new to see in Israel, and this year's trip is no exception. In fact, this trip is for both those who have been to Israel as well as for those who have never been. Please contact Bob Abrams at Bi-Cultural Day School for more information. Babrams@bcds.org, or 203-329-2186. Ext. 1311.
  • DO A MITZVAH! CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE JFS KOSHER FOOD PANTRY BY PURCHASING MITZVAH BASKETS AND/OR MITZVAH CENTERPIECES INSTEAD OF FLOWERS FOR YOUR NEXT SIMCHA AT CAS. DISTRIBUTIONS FROM THE JFS KOSHER FOOD PANTRY HAVE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 1000 since the recession. With this tremendous upsurge in use, JFS is constantly challenged to keep the food pantry full. Your generosity enables JFS to help those in our community in their greatest moments of need.
  • LIVING WITH AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP on Sundays, November 15th and December 13th at 10:00 am at JFS Stamford office; 733 Summer Street, 6 th Floor Contact Eve Moskowitz, JFS Director of Clinical Services at 203-921-4161 or emoskowitz@ctjfs.org
  • JFS LIFE TRANSITIONS-Wednesdays at 11:00 am Support group for the unemployed at the Stamford JFS office, 733 Summer Street, 6th Floor. Contact Rebekah Kanefsky at 203-921-4161 or rkanefsky@ctjfs.org
  • JFS WORKSHOP - THE RACE TO COLLEGE- Mondays, December 7th, January 25th and February 29th at 6:00 - 7:00 pm at Harry Bennett Branch of Ferguson Library, 115 Vine Road, Stamford. Free and open to the community. Contact Claire Friedlander at clairef@ctjfs.org or 203-921-4161
  • JFS NEW BEGINNINGS, Tuesdays, 7:30 - 8:30 pm in Stamford Divorce Support Group at the JFS Stamford office, 733 Summer St., 6th Floor. Contact Eve Moskowitz at 203-921-4161 or emoskowitz@ctjfs.org
  • LET'S TALK- Thursdays, 11 :00 am Free at the Stamford JCC, 1035 Newfield Avenue. Contact Connie Cirillo Freeman at 203-487-0983 or cfreeman@stamfordjcc.org
  • JFS BRAIN FITNESS PROGRAM Working with clients experiencing early stage dementia or Alzheimer's in the client's home. Contact Matt Greenberg at 203-921-4161 or mgreenberg@ctjfs.org
  • JFS KOSHER FOOD PANTRY THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE: Help provide a holiday meal with frozen turkeys, canned goods, and grocery store gift cards. Bring donations to JFS Stamford office, 733 Summer St., 6th Floor, during office hours, on or before Friday, November 20th. Contact Rebekah Kanefsky, Case Manager at 203-921-4161 X128 or rkanefsky@ctjfs.org
  • CHABAD OF STAMFORD IS PLEASED TO HOST IT'S SECOND COMMUNITY CHANUKAH CONCERT CELEBRATION, featuring headliner Benny Friedman! Sunday, December 6th at Turn Of River Middle School (117 Vine Rd, Stamford), and featuring the children of our local Jewish day schools. Chanukah Wonderland (arts and crafts, snacks) 1-3pm and Concert begins 3-5pm. Tickets starting at $13. Contact programs@chabadstamford.org for more info www.chabadstamford.org
  • SAVE THE DATE! Annual Chevra Kadisha dinner, honoring Rochel Attar. Tuesday, February, February 16, 2016, 6PM. Cost - $36/person. Guest Speaker - Rabbi Shay Schachter, Rosh Beit Midrash at Young Israel of Woodmere. Invitations will be in the mail at the beginning of January.
  • 14TH ANNUAL CHALLENGES IN JEWISH EDUCATION PANEL,Shabbat, January 9, 2016, at the Young Israel of Stamford, 11AM (after services). Panel topic: "Making Davening More Meaningful to Our Children: At Home ... At School ... and At Shul." Featuring...Rabbi Jay Goldmintz, Ma'ayanot High School; Rivy Kletenik, Seattle Hebrew Academy; and Rabbi David Israel, Bi-Cultural Day School (moderator). Open to the entire community.
We Wish A Speedy Recovery To
  • Abraham ben Miriam Rachel
  • Alexander ben Ida
  • Ami ben Sara
  • Avraham Shmuel ben Sheyna
  • Avraham ben Sosna
  • Bela Devora bat Rachel
  • Chaim Avram ben Leah
  • Chaim Yechiel ben Malka
  • Chana Liba bat Yaakova
  • Chana bat Shulamit
  • Chava Kaila bat Menucha
  • Chaya Priva bat Leah
  • Chaya Sarah Tzipporah bat Esther
  • Chia Sorila Bat bat Fagey Devorah
  • Chono Leib ben Gittel
  • David ben Chaya
  • David ben Zila
  • Devora bat Rachael Miriam
  • Dinah bat Esther
  • Dinah bat Pauline
  • Eitan ben Sarah
  • Eliahu Aharon ben Yocheved Irta Etel
  • Esther Rachel bat Chava
  • Esther Shoshanna bat Yetta Chaya
  • Etta bat Velvel Rachel
  • Gedalia ben Malka
  • Hadassah Esther bat Chava Leah
  • Harav Chaim Yehoshua ben Chana Fruma
  • Hennia bat Musah
  • Leah bat Bayla
  • Lee bat Rachel
  • Lior Tzionah bat Sarah
  • Maya bat Shoshy
  • Melah ben Benesh
  • Moiche ben Chaya
  • Mordechai ben Tziyonah
  • Moshe Baruch ben Chaya Sara
  • Moshe Elyah ben Chana
  • Moshe ben Batya
  • Moshe ben Ben Marcelle
  • Moshe ben Leeba
  • Nira bat Rachel
  • Rachel Miril Hinda bat Miriam Rivkah
  • Rafaella bat Miriam
  • Rayna bat Necha
  • Refael Ephraim ben Sima
  • Reuven ben Masha
  • Rivka bat Feiga Tova
  • Rivkah bat Malka
  • Sarah Rivka bat Channah Rachel
  • Sarah bat Etta Ziesel
  • Shimon ben Geeta
  • Shmuel Yeruchim ben Beyla
  • Shoshanna Binah bat Michal
  • Sima bat Nehoma
  • Smadar Rut bat Chana
  • Tamar bat Yocheved
  • Ya'acov Ari ben Nitzah
  • Yehoshua Ylitzhak ben Tziyona
  • Yisrael Avraham ben Dina
  • Yisrael Dovid ben Rus
  • Yisroel ben Freida
  • Yochanan ben Alisa
  • Yosef Fishel ben Miriam Zlata
  • Zahava bat Chaya Sara
  • Ze'ev Mordechai ben Chaya Gittel
CAS Youth
This weekend....
Shabbat Morning Group Schedule and Leaders:
Tot Shabbat(ages birth-4) will meet in the youth classroom at 10:30 with Morahs Irene, Danielle and Simone!
Mini Minyan(ages 4-grade 1) will meet in the youth classroom at 10:30 with Morahs Debbie, Rebecca (Rivka) and Morah Talia!
Jr. Cong.(grades 2-4) will meet in the Chapel at 10:30 with Rabbi Jeiger, Nicole Wohlberg and Jennifer Steinmetz!
B'nai Mitzvah Club(grades 5-6) willmeet with Nocham Talby the elevator at 10:30.Regular attendees of the BMC will get cards and be invited out at least twice during the year for fun nights out at Soosh and 613!
Teen Minyan(grades 7-12)DOES NOT MEETthis week due to Josh Wohlberg's Bar Mitzvah- Mazal Tov Josh!
Coming Soon - November- January:
·BMC Cards have arrived get one today!
·Chessed Book Drive/special event in groups - 12/5/15
·Movie Night - coming soon
·Onegs - want to host? Let us know.
·BMC Soosh Night Out - 1/10/16- save the date!
·Panoply Youth Fundraiser - 1/23/16- save the date!
·So much more stay tuned
If you would like to celebrate your child's birthday or special accomplishment by sponsoring a special "kiddush" or a Mishna and Hot Cocoa in their honor, please email me atrabbijeiger@hotmail.com
If you would like to help support the Youth Department, please visit http://youth.cas-stamford.org/giving for all of our sponsorship opportunities.
Shabbat Shalom! Rabbi Jeiger

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