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Friday, December 18, 2015

Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shabbat Bulletin
Vayigash
December 19, 2015
7 Tevet 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
Teen Minyan9:30 AM
Latest Shema9:33 AM
Mishnah & Hot Cocoa10:15 AM
Latest Shacharit10:19 AM
Tot Shabbat10:30 AM
Mini Minyan10:30 AM
Jr Cong/BMC10:30 AM
Shiur10:30 AM
Code Of Jewish Law3:15 PM
Daf Yomi3:20 PM
Mincha4:05 PM
Maariv5:05 PM
Shabbat Ends5:10 PM
Shabbat Shalom
Growing up in the 1970's and 80s, I imbibed the Star Wars spirit and became an avid fan of the first trilogy. My favorite of the three films was Return of the Jedi. As a Rabbi, I reflect on themes such as Good vs. Evil, Jedi as a derivative of Judah and Yoda as a derivative of Yodea, an all knowing master, which evoke our theology. Yet, the most personally meaningful allusion is the mantra of the Jedi, "May the Force be with you." It speaks to a timeless and timely message for life.
The idea of the "Force" or in our lingo, God's ever presence, permeating our life, guiding us and empowering us, resonates deeply. In Genesis, God reassures Jacob not to be afraid on his journey to Egypt. God promises him, "I will go down with you to Egypt and I will raise you up." Like Jacob, we face challenges, anxieties and doubts but God will always be with us.
In truth, like the force, God resides within but must be awakened. It lays dormant within us but burns bright. How do we unleash the inner light? For me, it began at a young age. I live with a sense of faith reinforced in ritual, prayer and action of belief in God, God's belief in me and a belief that all humanity possesses the Divine spark. The mantra of the force beckons us to fuel the flame, strengthen our faith, and fortify our embrace of God's mission.
We are tasked to emulate God. As He gives encouragement so must we; as He offers hope, so must we. Perhaps that is why I love the mantra, for it not only awakens God in me but ignites His presence in others. Recently, I experienced this first hand. I noticed a parent and child, whom I know, walking together in an embrace. I called them and when they turned around I could not help but notice a sense of distress. I offered my support and said, "May God give you strength. God is watching over each and every one of us." The mother smiled and remarked, "Those are the words we needed to hear right now. Thank you so much."
God is everywhere. In the words of King David in Psalm 139, "You know me when I sit and when I risewhere can I go from your Spirit? I go to the Heavens and you are there. If I make my bed in the depths, you are there. Your hand will guide me and your right hand will hold me fast."
May the Force be with you. It awakens.
Wishing you and your families a Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Daniel Cohen
Service Notes
  • Father/Son Minyan will be held this Sunday, 9:15 AM
  • Friday Night Carlebach Light minyanim will be held on Friday evenings Shabbat Mevarchim -January 8, and February 5. Feel the Ruach!
  • Shabbat morning, January 16 Sanctuary service will begin at 8:45 AM
  • Joint Minyanim - We will hold only one minyan at 8:45 AM in the sanctuary on March 5.
Lost If you have found an Artscroll Tractate Sotah, please return to Larry Meiteles
Cantor Salute to Israel Concert  is tomorrow night, 7pm!  
Join Cantor Bokow, accompanied by Ira Berk, & Sid Nachman for an enjoyable evening of old favorites and some new tunes!
Weekday Schedule
Candles Next Friday4:12 PM
Daf YomiSunday 7:45 am, Monday-Thursday 7:00 am, Friday 7:45 AM
ShacharitSunday: 7:15 AM/8:30 AM/9:15 AM, Monday-Thursday: 6:30 AM/7:30 AM, Friday: 7:15 AM/8:30 AM
MinchaSunday-Monday: 4:15 PM, Tuesday: 4:05 PM, Wednesday-Thursday: 4:15 PM
TuesdayAsara B'Tevet - Fast of Tenth of Tevet - Fast Begins 5:48 AM, Ends 5:04 PM
FridayChristmas
Mazal Tov
  • to Elise & Steven Cohen on the engagement of their daughter, Ari to Eitan Fleischman, son of Toby & Aaron Fleischman of Beechwood, Ohio 
Celebrate with the family! Make a donation in their honor and we will send an acknowledgement to the family. Just click here.
Condolences
  • to Steve Tisser and his family on the passing of his father, Jacob
  • to the Gold family on the passing of Gerry Gold
To make a memorial contribution online, and have us send an acknowledgement to the family,
please click here.
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Shabbat Shalom Hospital Packagesthe Linda Beson Nursing Education Fund
Chapel KiddushJessica , Elie & Ariella Niedober and Evan & Rachel Leah Finkel in thankfulness to the community
Sanctuary FlowersThe Tisser Family in memory of their beloved father and grandfather, Jacob "Jack" Tisser
Sanctuary KiddushCAS
Seudat ShlishitIn memory of Robert Alexander Miller, beloved father & grandfather, by Dinah & Seth Marlowe & family on his 19th yahrzeit
Sponsor a kiddush! click here to see the menus.
Click here to email Matt and he will contact you mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org
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Shabbat Topics & Participants
SermonRabbi Daniel Cohen
ShiurRabbi Alex Ozar: Fighting Wars Well: Some Basic Themes
Daf YomiDavid Bessaleli
Seudat ShlishitRabbi Tzvi Hersh Weinreb
Torah ReadersEthan Green, Burt Rubin
Sisterhood
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We need volunteers to work in the shop! Please call Julie at (203)-321-6460
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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
Matan Class
Sunday, December 20 - 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 Cholent Cookoff
Saturday, January 9 - 12:00 PM
CAS Cholent Cookoff
When the weather gets colder, warm up with some hot cholent. Taste the scrumptious cuisine of Rabbi Cohen, Rabbi Walk and Chazan Bokow!
If you would like to participate in the cook off, please contact Matt at mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org
Young Couples Pot Luck Shabbat Lunch
Saturday, January 9 - 1:30 PM
Young Couples Pot Luck Shabbat Lunch
The Young Couples Committee invites young families to attend its third annual potluck Shabbat lunch on January 9, 2016 (please note the date change). We are looking for families and guests to participate in a Shabbat potluck lunch with other families in our community. Sign up is available on the CAS website and please indicate if you would like to participate as a guest or as a host. Contact Laura Tobin at laurabl@gmail.com for any questions.
CAS Yakar Shabbat
Join us for our annual Shabbat of ruach, unity and interactive Torah.
Friday night Carlebach light davening led by Chazan Bokow.
Shabbat morning two minyanim at 8:00 AM and 8:45 AM.
Joint Hot Kiddush at 10:00 AM.
10:30 AM Breakout Learning Sessions on Israel. Speakers include Yona Israel Goldman, Rabbi Elisha Paul and more..
Musaf at 11:15 AM.
CAS Parent Child Learning January 16
Saturday, January 16 - 7:00 PM
CAS Parent Child Learning January 16
Elementary Age Students and Parents.
With much enthusiasm, we are kicking off PCL (Parent Child Learning)
Kids and parents from all parts of the community are welcome to join us for fun, innovative approach to learning.
Enjoy learning, great snacks, hanging out with friends and family while winning amazing raffle prizes!
PCL is free and open to all our friends in the Stamford community.
For more information, contact Rabbi Cohen at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org
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
CAS Youth Westchester Knicks Game
Sunday, February 21 - 12:00 PM
CAS Youth Westchester Knicks Game
Westchester Knicks vs. Iowa Energy
Limited number of tickets available;
tickets sold on a first come first served basis
Who: Grades 3 and up
When: Sunday afternoon, February 21, noon
Where: Leaving CAS parking lot at 12 noon sharp and returning after the game; around 4:30 pm.
Cost (includes tickets and transportation): $28/person
Man Up Class
Sunday, March 27 - 9:15 AM
Man Up Class
Join Rabbi Cohen and other pre-Bar Mitzvah seventh grade boys and their fathers to discuss what our tradition teaches us about becoming a man. Each session will cover a unique aspect of a Bar Mitzvah's new responsibilities in the world, and Rabbi Cohen will bring relevant sources to stimulate discussion. This is a great opportunity for fathers and sons to bond and grow in preparation for their Bnai Mitzvah. Final Bonus will be dinner at 613.
Annual Childrens Chanukah Book Drive
Through December 27
Drop your new or gently used children's books (for infants and children through 8th grade) in the CAS Lobby.
Anyone donating 5 or more books will receive a copy of children's author, Elliot Sloyer's book!
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
  • CAS MEN'S CLUB is once again putting out a call for contributions for food, gloves and hats to hand out.to the homeless on December 25. We will be serving a wonderful Turkey (plus) meal (actually we provide Lunch and Dinner that day). Depending on the temperature there will either be one or two serving sessions. We are looking for people to help with food preparation from 9am-11:30, Transportation of the food to the Homeless Shelter at 11:30, and Servers to help serve starting at Noon-One and potentially (if it is a frigid day) from One thirty to Two thirty. We would like setup to include placemats, menus, bread, flowed by taking orders, delivery of food and drinks plus lots of smiles. Email Mitchell Bell at wizdrbel@yahoo.com or 203-722-3512.
  • FORGET EGG FOO YOUNG! December 24th Is Congregation Agudath Sholom Appreciation Night At Six Thirteen! Come Hang With Friends From The Neighborhood, Enjoy Some Great Food and Drinks, And Support CAS - All At The Same Time...10% Of Proceeds From Thursday Evening Will Be Donated To CAS - Including Gift Card Purchases! So Come Early, Come Often, And Stay Late...We'll Have A Blast
  • 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 December 20
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 - 7:30 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 - 9:00 AM
Community Announcements
  • BOOK OFFER Rabbi Zvi Sobolofsky, a Rosh Yeshiva at RIETS who is giving three shiurim on Sunday morning, December 13, has written an excellent and easy to understand book on The Laws and concepts of Niddah, click here to preview it. The publisher is offering an exclusive discounted price of $20 to CAS members who wish to order a copy. If you are interested in purchasing the book, please contact Rabbi Yossi Pollak at one-yossi@korenpub.com -- and he will take your order.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • ROADMAP GENESIS Thursday, January 7 * 7 p.m. The Stamford JCC Roadmap Genesis is a documentary film that makes the case that the Book of Genesis is a roadmap containing guideposts on how to live a productive, fruitful, and fulfilling life. The film suggests that the lessons contained within Genesis will help our society lift itself out of its current decline, and return it to prosperity, promise, and accomplishment. Roadmap Genesis invites Americans of all faiths to engage in a dialogue about the relevance of the Bible in the modern age that will leave you inspired. Followed by Q & A with film director Nolan Lebovitz. Single Film Tickets: $15 Free admission for 2015 Arts & Film Festival pass holders . Click here to purchase tickets. In partnership with Congregation Agudath Sholom, Temple Beth El and Temple Sinai.
  • 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.
  • STOP BY THE PARTY PLANNING SHOWCASE at Temple Israel, 300 East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich. Sunday, January 10 from 11 am to 1 pm. This event is FREE and will feature 40 party planning professionals, as well as organizational representatives for mitzvah project opportunities.
  • Stop by the Party Planning Showcase at Temple Israel, 300 East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich. Sunday, January 10 from 11 am to 1 pm. This event is FREE and will feature 40 party planning professionals, as well as organizational representatives for mitzvah project opportunities.
  • CARMEL ACADEMY LECTURE SERIES with Mechon Hadar's Co-founder, Rabbi Shai Held. Thursday, January 14th with, "Compassion and the Heart of Jewish Spirituality." All lectures will take place on Carmel Academy's campus from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Please register at www.carmelacademy.com/mechonhadar . We hope you can join us for this special series.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • THE JCC MACCABI GAMES & ARTSFEST are coming to Stamford from August 7-12, 2016. No matter who you are, we have a spot for YOU at JCC Maccabi! Be an athlete, be an artist, be a Jr. Maccabi, be a volunteer, be a host family, be a sponsor, BE A PART OF IT ALL! Come learn about all that JCC Maccabi has to offer at our Information Fair on December 8th from 7-9pm at the Stamford JCC. You won't want to miss out on this amazing community event. Please visit our website at www.jccmaccabistamford.org for more information or click here for our Everything Guide to JCC Maccabi.
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
  • Sarah bat Nira
  • 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! Ticket sale and double ticket week- bring your tickets!!
B'nai Mitzvah Club (grades 5-6) will meet with Nocham Tal by 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) this week join Yehuda and Martha for a meaningful Tefillah and a delicious meat Kiddush.
Coming Soon - December- February:
· Friday night oneg - want to host? Let us know.
· BMC Soosh Night Out - 1/10/16- you need 10 cards to join free.
· Panoply Youth Fundraiser - 1/23/16- save the date!
· Westchester Knicks Basketball game - limited tickets available for 2/21/16- 1 pm - grades 3+ are invited to join.
· So much more stay tuned J
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 Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shabbat Bulletin
Vayigash
December 19, 2015
7 Tevet 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
Teen Minyan9:30 AM
Latest Shema9:33 AM
Mishnah & Hot Cocoa10:15 AM
Latest Shacharit10:19 AM
Tot Shabbat10:30 AM
Mini Minyan10:30 AM
Jr Cong/BMC10:30 AM
Shiur10:30 AM
Code Of Jewish Law3:15 PM
Daf Yomi3:20 PM
Mincha4:05 PM
Maariv5:05 PM
Shabbat Ends5:10 PM
Shabbat Shalom
Growing up in the 1970's and 80s, I imbibed the Star Wars spirit and became an avid fan of the first trilogy. My favorite of the three films was Return of the Jedi. As a Rabbi, I reflect on themes such as Good vs. Evil, Jedi as a derivative of Judah and Yoda as a derivative of Yodea, an all knowing master, which evoke our theology. Yet, the most personally meaningful allusion is the mantra of the Jedi, "May the Force be with you." It speaks to a timeless and timely message for life.
The idea of the "Force" or in our lingo, God's ever presence, permeating our life, guiding us and empowering us, resonates deeply. In Genesis, God reassures Jacob not to be afraid on his journey to Egypt. God promises him, "I will go down with you to Egypt and I will raise you up." Like Jacob, we face challenges, anxieties and doubts but God will always be with us.
In truth, like the force, God resides within but must be awakened. It lays dormant within us but burns bright. How do we unleash the inner light? For me, it began at a young age. I live with a sense of faith reinforced in ritual, prayer and action of belief in God, God's belief in me and a belief that all humanity possesses the Divine spark. The mantra of the force beckons us to fuel the flame, strengthen our faith, and fortify our embrace of God's mission.
We are tasked to emulate God. As He gives encouragement so must we; as He offers hope, so must we. Perhaps that is why I love the mantra, for it not only awakens God in me but ignites His presence in others. Recently, I experienced this first hand. I noticed a parent and child, whom I know, walking together in an embrace. I called them and when they turned around I could not help but notice a sense of distress. I offered my support and said, "May God give you strength. God is watching over each and every one of us." The mother smiled and remarked, "Those are the words we needed to hear right now. Thank you so much."
God is everywhere. In the words of King David in Psalm 139, "You know me when I sit and when I risewhere can I go from your Spirit? I go to the Heavens and you are there. If I make my bed in the depths, you are there. Your hand will guide me and your right hand will hold me fast."
May the Force be with you. It awakens.
Wishing you and your families a Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Daniel Cohen
Service Notes
  • Father/Son Minyan will be held this Sunday, 9:15 AM
  • Friday Night Carlebach Light minyanim will be held on Friday evenings Shabbat Mevarchim -January 8, and February 5. Feel the Ruach!
  • Shabbat morning, January 16 Sanctuary service will begin at 8:45 AM
  • Joint Minyanim - We will hold only one minyan at 8:45 AM in the sanctuary on March 5.
Lost If you have found an Artscroll Tractate Sotah, please return to Larry Meiteles
Cantor Salute to Israel Concert  is tomorrow night, 7pm!  
Join Cantor Bokow, accompanied by Ira Berk, & Sid Nachman for an enjoyable evening of old favorites and some new tunes!
Weekday Schedule
Candles Next Friday4:12 PM
Daf YomiSunday 7:45 am, Monday-Thursday 7:00 am, Friday 7:45 AM
ShacharitSunday: 7:15 AM/8:30 AM/9:15 AM, Monday-Thursday: 6:30 AM/7:30 AM, Friday: 7:15 AM/8:30 AM
MinchaSunday-Monday: 4:15 PM, Tuesday: 4:05 PM, Wednesday-Thursday: 4:15 PM
TuesdayAsara B'Tevet - Fast of Tenth of Tevet - Fast Begins 5:48 AM, Ends 5:04 PM
FridayChristmas
Mazal Tov
  • to Elise & Steven Cohen on the engagement of their daughter, Ari to Eitan Fleischman, son of Toby & Aaron Fleischman of Beechwood, Ohio 
Celebrate with the family! Make a donation in their honor and we will send an acknowledgement to the family. Just click here.
Condolences
  • to Steve Tisser and his family on the passing of his father, Jacob
  • to the Gold family on the passing of Gerry Gold
To make a memorial contribution online, and have us send an acknowledgement to the family,
please click here.
Thanks To Our Sponsors
Shabbat Shalom Hospital Packagesthe Linda Beson Nursing Education Fund
Chapel KiddushJessica , Elie & Ariella Niedober and Evan & Rachel Leah Finkel in thankfulness to the community
Sanctuary FlowersThe Tisser Family in memory of their beloved father and grandfather, Jacob "Jack" Tisser
Sanctuary KiddushCAS
Seudat ShlishitIn memory of Robert Alexander Miller, beloved father & grandfather, by Dinah & Seth Marlowe & family on his 19th yahrzeit
Sponsor a kiddush! click here to see the menus.
Click here to email Matt and he will contact you mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org
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Shabbat Topics & Participants
SermonRabbi Daniel Cohen
ShiurRabbi Alex Ozar: Fighting Wars Well: Some Basic Themes
Daf YomiDavid Bessaleli
Seudat ShlishitRabbi Tzvi Hersh Weinreb
Torah ReadersEthan Green, Burt Rubin
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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
Matan Class
Sunday, December 20 - 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 Cholent Cookoff
Saturday, January 9 - 12:00 PM
CAS Cholent Cookoff
When the weather gets colder, warm up with some hot cholent. Taste the scrumptious cuisine of Rabbi Cohen, Rabbi Walk and Chazan Bokow!
If you would like to participate in the cook off, please contact Matt at mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org
Young Couples Pot Luck Shabbat Lunch
Saturday, January 9 - 1:30 PM
Young Couples Pot Luck Shabbat Lunch
The Young Couples Committee invites young families to attend its third annual potluck Shabbat lunch on January 9, 2016 (please note the date change). We are looking for families and guests to participate in a Shabbat potluck lunch with other families in our community. Sign up is available on the CAS website and please indicate if you would like to participate as a guest or as a host. Contact Laura Tobin at laurabl@gmail.com for any questions.
CAS Yakar Shabbat
Join us for our annual Shabbat of ruach, unity and interactive Torah.
Friday night Carlebach light davening led by Chazan Bokow.
Shabbat morning two minyanim at 8:00 AM and 8:45 AM.
Joint Hot Kiddush at 10:00 AM.
10:30 AM Breakout Learning Sessions on Israel. Speakers include Yona Israel Goldman, Rabbi Elisha Paul and more..
Musaf at 11:15 AM.
CAS Parent Child Learning January 16
Saturday, January 16 - 7:00 PM
CAS Parent Child Learning January 16
Elementary Age Students and Parents.
With much enthusiasm, we are kicking off PCL (Parent Child Learning)
Kids and parents from all parts of the community are welcome to join us for fun, innovative approach to learning.
Enjoy learning, great snacks, hanging out with friends and family while winning amazing raffle prizes!
PCL is free and open to all our friends in the Stamford community.
For more information, contact Rabbi Cohen at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org
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
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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
CAS Youth Westchester Knicks Game
Sunday, February 21 - 12:00 PM
CAS Youth Westchester Knicks Game
Westchester Knicks vs. Iowa Energy
Limited number of tickets available;
tickets sold on a first come first served basis
Who: Grades 3 and up
When: Sunday afternoon, February 21, noon
Where: Leaving CAS parking lot at 12 noon sharp and returning after the game; around 4:30 pm.
Cost (includes tickets and transportation): $28/person
Man Up Class
Sunday, March 27 - 9:15 AM
Man Up Class
Join Rabbi Cohen and other pre-Bar Mitzvah seventh grade boys and their fathers to discuss what our tradition teaches us about becoming a man. Each session will cover a unique aspect of a Bar Mitzvah's new responsibilities in the world, and Rabbi Cohen will bring relevant sources to stimulate discussion. This is a great opportunity for fathers and sons to bond and grow in preparation for their Bnai Mitzvah. Final Bonus will be dinner at 613.
Annual Childrens Chanukah Book Drive
Through December 27
Drop your new or gently used children's books (for infants and children through 8th grade) in the CAS Lobby.
Anyone donating 5 or more books will receive a copy of children's author, Elliot Sloyer's book!
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
  • CAS MEN'S CLUB is once again putting out a call for contributions for food, gloves and hats to hand out.to the homeless on December 25. We will be serving a wonderful Turkey (plus) meal (actually we provide Lunch and Dinner that day). Depending on the temperature there will either be one or two serving sessions. We are looking for people to help with food preparation from 9am-11:30, Transportation of the food to the Homeless Shelter at 11:30, and Servers to help serve starting at Noon-One and potentially (if it is a frigid day) from One thirty to Two thirty. We would like setup to include placemats, menus, bread, flowed by taking orders, delivery of food and drinks plus lots of smiles. Email Mitchell Bell at wizdrbel@yahoo.com or 203-722-3512.
  • FORGET EGG FOO YOUNG! December 24th Is Congregation Agudath Sholom Appreciation Night At Six Thirteen! Come Hang With Friends From The Neighborhood, Enjoy Some Great Food and Drinks, And Support CAS - All At The Same Time...10% Of Proceeds From Thursday Evening Will Be Donated To CAS - Including Gift Card Purchases! So Come Early, Come Often, And Stay Late...We'll Have A Blast
  • 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 December 20
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 - 7:30 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 - 9:00 AM
Community Announcements
  • BOOK OFFER Rabbi Zvi Sobolofsky, a Rosh Yeshiva at RIETS who is giving three shiurim on Sunday morning, December 13, has written an excellent and easy to understand book on The Laws and concepts of Niddah, click here to preview it. The publisher is offering an exclusive discounted price of $20 to CAS members who wish to order a copy. If you are interested in purchasing the book, please contact Rabbi Yossi Pollak at one-yossi@korenpub.com -- and he will take your order.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • ROADMAP GENESIS Thursday, January 7 * 7 p.m. The Stamford JCC Roadmap Genesis is a documentary film that makes the case that the Book of Genesis is a roadmap containing guideposts on how to live a productive, fruitful, and fulfilling life. The film suggests that the lessons contained within Genesis will help our society lift itself out of its current decline, and return it to prosperity, promise, and accomplishment. Roadmap Genesis invites Americans of all faiths to engage in a dialogue about the relevance of the Bible in the modern age that will leave you inspired. Followed by Q & A with film director Nolan Lebovitz. Single Film Tickets: $15 Free admission for 2015 Arts & Film Festival pass holders . Click here to purchase tickets. In partnership with Congregation Agudath Sholom, Temple Beth El and Temple Sinai.
  • 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.
  • STOP BY THE PARTY PLANNING SHOWCASE at Temple Israel, 300 East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich. Sunday, January 10 from 11 am to 1 pm. This event is FREE and will feature 40 party planning professionals, as well as organizational representatives for mitzvah project opportunities.
  • Stop by the Party Planning Showcase at Temple Israel, 300 East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich. Sunday, January 10 from 11 am to 1 pm. This event is FREE and will feature 40 party planning professionals, as well as organizational representatives for mitzvah project opportunities.
  • CARMEL ACADEMY LECTURE SERIES with Mechon Hadar's Co-founder, Rabbi Shai Held. Thursday, January 14th with, "Compassion and the Heart of Jewish Spirituality." All lectures will take place on Carmel Academy's campus from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. Please register at www.carmelacademy.com/mechonhadar . We hope you can join us for this special series.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • THE JCC MACCABI GAMES & ARTSFEST are coming to Stamford from August 7-12, 2016. No matter who you are, we have a spot for YOU at JCC Maccabi! Be an athlete, be an artist, be a Jr. Maccabi, be a volunteer, be a host family, be a sponsor, BE A PART OF IT ALL! Come learn about all that JCC Maccabi has to offer at our Information Fair on December 8th from 7-9pm at the Stamford JCC. You won't want to miss out on this amazing community event. Please visit our website at www.jccmaccabistamford.org for more information or click here for our Everything Guide to JCC Maccabi.
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
  • Sarah bat Nira
  • 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! Ticket sale and double ticket week- bring your tickets!!
B'nai Mitzvah Club (grades 5-6) will meet with Nocham Tal by 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) this week join Yehuda and Martha for a meaningful Tefillah and a delicious meat Kiddush.
Coming Soon - December- February:
· Friday night oneg - want to host? Let us know.
· BMC Soosh Night Out - 1/10/16- you need 10 cards to join free.
· Panoply Youth Fundraiser - 1/23/16- save the date!
· Westchester Knicks Basketball game - limited tickets available for 2/21/16- 1 pm - grades 3+ are invited to join.
· So much more stay tuned J
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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