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Friday, January 13, 2017

Congregation Agudath Sholom Shabbat Bulletin

Congregation Agudath Sholom
Shabbat Bulletin
Vayechi
January 14, 2017
16 Tevet 5777
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Schedule
Friday
Candle lighting4:30 PM
Mincha4:35 PM
Shabbat
Shacharit7:00 AM
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
Coffee & Commentary8:45 AM
Sephardic Minyan9:00 AM
Latest Shema9:40 AM
Latest Shacharit10:28 AM
Shiur10:30 AM
Tot Shabbat
Mini Minyan
Jr. Cong
10:30 AM
Code Of Jewish Law3:35 PM
Daf Yomi4:05 PM
Mincha4:25 PM
Maariv5:27 PM
Shabbat Ends5:32 PM
Shabbat Shalom
Parent or Friend
Parenting is one of the most challenging and rewarding endeavors. There are moments of "anguish" in raising children, but also, God willing, many moments of nachas and joy. No manuals exist for every situation and each child is unique. Nevertheless, we hope and pray that our children and grandchildren embody the values of menschlichkeit and commitment to Torah, God, Israel and humanity. We guide them to realize their Divine potential and be their very best.
As Yaakov nears the end of his life, he blesses each one of his children. However, his words convey a timeless instructive for life. Rather than simply offer them all words of encouragement, he tempers his words with criticism. He understands that he is not their friend, but their parent. In the younger years, a parent is tasked with educating a child, mustering the courage to say "no" and simultaneously raising a child to make responsible choices as an adult. Of course, as a child grows in independence, the relationship between parent and child evolves.
This past week was my grandmother's unveiling. In reflecting on her life, I remarked that she was able to embody the ideal of balancing love and restraint. She developed a relationship with each of her grandchildren, her "greats" as she would call them, her children, their spouses, her nieces and nephews, and her cousins. She was and is the matriarch of our family, who brought us all together and, together with my grandfathers, always made the effort to be part of our lives.
However, her love was tempered by her honesty and frankness, her gevurah, her strength. She let everyone know how she felt to guide us and motivate us to be our very best. She offered helpful advice because she wanted us to improve - out of love. As a parent and grandparent, she embodied the attribute of Tiferet - splendor, the attribute associated with Yaakov. She possessed a soul infused with love, kindness, and generosity, balanced with strength, tenacity, determination, spunk and honesty.
In our generation, the challenge as parents and grandparents is great. We live in an age of entitlement. Yet, the Torah approach is exactly the opposite. It is our role to cultivate gratitude, humility and morality in our youth. May God grant us the wisdom and courage to balance our love with restraint, to lead by example and God willing, merit generations of children who will be a source of blessing to our families, the Jewish people and the world.
Wishing you and your families a Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Daniel Cohen
Halachic Living Will This Shabbat, we read in the Torah about the death and burial of our forefather Yaakov. As we read this portion, we join hundreds of congregations around the country in focusing our attention to issues concerning the end of life planning that affect each and every family. At CAS, we will use this opportunity to raise communal and individual awareness about the importance of a Halachic Living Will. I will be away this Shabbat but Rabbi Zweiter will address the topic on Shabbat morning. For an introduction to the Halachic Living Will, see- www.rabbis.org/pdfs/hcpi.pdf and visit teamshabbos.org/
Service Notes
  • Sephardic Minyan will be held this Shabbat, 9 AM in the Social Hall. Thank you to all those who came to our inaugural Sephardic Minyan at CAS on December 10th! We are excited to announce the next dates for the Sephardic Minyan, the ONLY Sephardic Minyan in all of Fairfield County. Please join us as we gather AGAIN on February 11th! If you would like to volunteer to be hazan or read even one aliyah click on the following link: https://goo.gl/zrptD4. Questions? Send us an email at SephardicMinyanCAS@gmail.com
  • Dudes daughters donuts minyan is on for this Sunday 915
  • Looking for an early Mincha on Monday - Thursday at 1:30 PM? - If you have an interest in forming an early weekday mincha at CAS, please contact Rabbi Dr. Jeff Cahn at j.cahn@snet.net
CAS SHABBAT ATRIA MITZVAH MISSION CONTINUES Spreading joy and building community. Our goal: enrich the seniors' experience through friendship, song and joy. Join Rabbi Cohen and Kate & Peretz Cik on Friday, January 20th at 2:30 PM to share the spirit of Shabbat. Adults & kids welcome. Info: Rabbi Cohen at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org.
This Week in Jewish History Join the hundreds who have viewed Rabbi Zweiter's new series Just click here to view the new YouTube Channel
Kosher Alerts The OU reminds you to always check the label before purchasing any item that needs kosher certification! And for the latest corrective actions, stay up with the latest OU KOSHER CONSUMER ALERTS & ADVISORIES...just click here
Kosher Advisory Breaking news from the OU - newly certified items! to check out the list click here
LIPS product of the week Check out our new Love Israel Products Blog (LIPS) for the latest ways to support Israel! Thank you to Lola Halperin and Aaron Goldenberg for organizing. www.loveisraelproducts.com
Shabbat Topics & Participants
Coffee & CommentaryRabbi David Walk
SermonRabbi Oran Zweiter
Daf YomiDavid Bessaleli
Seudah ShlishitRabbi Oran Zweiter: The Grave Thief
Torah ReaderJay Jubas
Weekday Schedule
ShacharitShacharit: Sunday 7:15 AM/8:30 AM/9:15 AM, Monday 6:30 AM/8:30 AM, Tuesday-Friday 6:30 AM/7:30 AM
MinchaMincha: Sunday-Thursday 4:40 PM, Friday 4:43 PM
Late MaarivMonday-Thursday: The Learning Center, 1766 Bedford Street, 8:45 PM
Candles Friday4:38 PM
MondayM L King Day
Mazal Tov
  • to Joan & Bennett Schwartz on the birth of a granddaughter, born to Michele & Matthew Slaine.
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
Library KiddushAlbert and Ana Lilienfeld in honor of the milestone birthday of Dovi Zucker
Chapel KiddushSimcha Rubin on behalf of Yeshiva Simcha Gavriel
Sanctuary KiddushCAS
Sponsor A Kiddush
Shabbat date Sanctuary Kiddush Chapel Kiddush
1/21/17openopen
1/28/17opensponsored
2/4/17openopen
2/11/17opensponsored
2/18/17sponsoredopen
Sponsor a kiddush! click here to see the menus.
Click here to email Matt and he will contact you mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org or see Irwin to arrange a Chapel Kiddush.
Sisterhood
SYLVIA'S CAS SISTERHOOD GIFT SHOP
We need volunteers! Please call Julie at (203)-321-6460 or Anne at (203)-321-5072
CAS Annual Dinner
We are pleased to announce the honorees of the CAS Annual Festive Dinner
March 19, 2017 - 21 Adar 5777:
Celebrating Our Community
The generous of heart will prosper and those who refresh others will be refreshed.
-Proverbs 11:25
Guests of Honor
Sandi & Stuart Waldstreicher
Community Service Award
Dean Schuckman
Young Leadership Award
Daniella & Mitchel Balsam
Chai Award
Barbara & Larry ZL Miller
With a special farewell presentation to Rabbi Walk in gratitude for his years of service at CAS

Dinner Chairs
Darona Bernstein & Liba Steinmetz
Journal Chairs
Jeffrey Maron & Rhonda Schaffer-Maron and Diane & Elliot Sloyer
Our chairs welcome members who would like to join the Dinner or Journal Committees! Please contact Matt at mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org to indicate your interest!
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CAMERA - Media Manipulation: The Bias Against Israel Dessert & Discusssion
CAS and CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting in America) present Saritz Catz, International Letter-Writing Director for CAMERA giving a presentation on Media Manipulation: The Bias Against Israel. Dessert and Discussion.
We hope to provide transportation to members unable to drive at night. To do this, we need volunteers as well. Please help your neighbor, friend and fellow congregant to participate in this exciting and important presentation. Let CAS be known as the congregation that cares. If you are interested in attending and/or driving, please call the office at 203-358-2200 as soon as possible.
AIPAC Shabbaton
Shabbat, January 21
AIPAC Shabbaton
Ed Miller, AIPAC National Deputy Political Director, will speak on Shabbat after services and during Seudat Shlishit
CAS Teens Laser Tag
Shabbat, January 21 - 7:00 PM
CAS Teens Laser Tag
Laser Tag - Games - Mini-Bowling
Fun for kids & Adults
Information Meeting for Journey of Body & Soul To Israel
Thinking of a trip to Israel? There is no better time to plan a trip than now! Join Rabbi Daniel and Diane Cohen for a Journey of Body and Soul to the Four Holy Cities of Israel. Revised Dates - Leave Monday night, October 30th, 2017 and return Thursday morning November 9th. Join us for an orientation and information session to learn more about the trip on Monday evening, January 23rd from 7:30 PM
Scholar-In-Residence:  Rabbi Benjamin Samuels
Friday Night: The Whole Truth: Can We Handle It? Rabbi Samuels will speak at an oneg hosted by Rabbi Daniel and Diane Cohen at their home at 8 PM.
Shabbat Morning: Halakhah v'Agggadah: The Jewish Story of the Laws of Life
Seudah Shlishit Shiur: The One and the Many: Is there an Essence to Judaism?
CAS Young Families Potluck Shabbat Lunch and Oneg
We are looking for families and couples to host the potluck and provide the main dish, drinks, and challah, and then guests will fill in with side dishes and desserts. Following lunch there will be an oneg at the shul. Join us for this great way to get to know people in the CAS community!
CAS Annual Festive Dinner
Sunday, March 19 - 5:00 PM
CAS Annual Festive Dinner
Please join us on March 19 as we celebrate our community by honoring a great group of individuals who have done so much for CAS...
CAS Youth Teen Minyan Kiddush Fund
Sponsor a teen minyan kiddush
Parents! Help us provide kiddush at all our teen minyans this year!
CAS Young Families
Toddler Time Playgroup Tuesdays, 3:30 pm. Please join us for an hour of free play for children 1 to 4 years old and their caregivers. Facilitated by two moms of toddlers, this drop-in group meets weekly at CAS in the downstairs children's classroom. No cost, a light snack provided. Info: Rachel Kaimowitz rachelshields@gmail.com or Jessica Furmansky JessicaL83@gmail.com

Babies & Breakfast at CAS Bring your baby and come mingle with other moms at CAS. This free group is for moms with babies from birth through 1 to socialize, grab some food, or at the very least, get out of the house! We meet every other Thursday at 11:30 for 1 hour. Next date: January 26. Info: Melissa Litwak (melissalevy@gmail.com) or Rachel Kaimowitz (rachelshields@gmail.com).
CAS Winter Classes
New Adult Education Classes Announcements - Winter Season
Most of the Fall Semester classes will continue. You can join them each week. Rabbi Cohen will restart his Tuesday Torah classes on Isaiah, Depth of Genesis and Parsha Perspectives as and his Friday morning Taste of Torah. Rabbi Walk will continue his Sunday class Bible in the Beginning, Monday Inyana DeYoma, Tuesday Kabalah class, and Thursday Talmud class.
Rabbi Zweiter will offer these new classes:
Weekly Haftarah - Wednesday, 9 AM
  • The weekly haftarah is one of the most frequently recited parts of our liturgy, and yet also one of the most overlooked. Come study the meaning of the weekly haftarah, its connection to the weekly parsha, and gain a deeper appreciation of this sometimes 'lost' piece of liturgy. All texts will be in Hebrew and English.
Rambam Reboot: Maimonides' Principles of the Jewish Faith- Thursday, 9 AM
  • Many of us have heard of the 13 Principles of Faith, but where does that come from? Come study these fundamental texts from their source- the writings of Maimonides. We will try to understand exactly what Maimonides thinks we should believe, as well as positions of those that differed with him. Enrich your understanding of the fundamentals of your faith in just one hour a week! All texts will be in Hebrew and English.
Practical Workshop: How to Maintain a Jewish Home
  • This 4 part series will explain the basics of starting and maintaining a Jewish home, in a friendly, hands-on fashion. Appropriate for people who are first starting out, as well as those who just want a refresher. All questions and questioners welcome! Dates - Monday evenings at 7:45 PM Jan. 23, 30, Feb 6, 13
  1. Mezuzah
  2. Making a Kitchen Kosher/Tevilat Kelim
  3. Maintaining a Kosher Kitchen
  4. The Kitchen on Shabbat
We are starting an advanced Talmud class one night a week. For those interested, please see Rabbi Zweiter, or email rabbizweiter@cas-stamford.org
CAS Classes
Week of January 15
SundayRabbi David Walk: Bible from the Beginning - 9:15 AM
Bob Abrams: Tanach, Judaism and World History - Bagels with Bob - 10:00 AM
MondayBob Abrams: Tanach - The Book of Samuel - 10:15 AM
Rabbi David Walk: Dvar Yom B'Yomo. - 11:30 AM
TuesdayRabbi Daniel Cohen: Power of the Prophets - 8:15 AM
Rabbi Daniel Cohen: Depth of Genesis - 9:00 AM
WednesdayRabbi Oran Zweiter: Weekly Haftorah - 9:00 AM
ThursdayRabbi Oran Zweiter: Rambam Reboot - 13 Principles - 9:00 AM
FridayRabbi Daniel Cohen: The Pre-Shabbos Torah Taste - 8:15 AM
CAS Announcements
  • ANNUAL YAKAR SHABBAT FEBRUARY 11 a Shabbat of ruach, unity and interactive Torah. Friday night Carlebach light davening led by Chazan Bokow. Shabbat morning four minyanim at 7 AM, 8:00 AM and 8:45 AM (Ashkenaz and Sephardic). Joint Hot Kiddush at 10:00 AM. 10:30 AM Breakout Learning Sessions on The Jewish Family, featuring Yona Goldman- My Big Complicated Biblical Family, Rabbi Alex Ozar- What is Love?, Talia Siscovick- Lessons from the Giving Tree: How to Foster Healthy Family Relationships and Rabbi Elisha Paul- Responding to Contemporary Challenges to Creating and Sustaining a Traditional Jewish Family Musaf at 11:15 AM.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • WE WANT YOU FOR BINGO! Players AND volunteers needed. Join in on the fun we have every MONDAY at 6:00 PM
Community Announcements
  • BI-CULTURAL DAY SCHOOL FAMILY TRIP TO ISRAEL is scheduled to leave April 30 and return May 11, 2017. Let's celebrate Yom Ha'Atzmaut together in Israel!! For more information about this very special trip, please contact Bob Abrams at babrams@bcds.org or 203-329-2186.
  • SAR ANNUAL DINNER February 4, in support of the Scholarship Fund. Info: www.sardinner.org or Stephanie & Josh Bilenker or Tricia & Robert Hoff
  • JEWISH SENIOR SERVICES NEEDS MINYAN MENSCHEN!! JSS is in great need of men to attend and help make our daily Minyan (prayer quorum of ten) in order to help Residents say the Kaddish 365 days of the year. Our Minyan hours will not overlap with most synagogues Minyans. Please feel free to contact Rabbi Stephen Shulman, Director, Pastoral Services at (203) 396-1001 or email sshulman@jseniors.org for exact service times.
  • SAVE THE DATE! Sunday, March 5, 2017, 5PM, at Congregation Agudath Sholom. Annual Stamford Chevra Kadisha Dinner, featuring Dr. Erica Brown as guest speaker. Honoree: Michael Feldstein. Fabulous catered meal by 613 Restaurant with some very special delectable treats and culinary surprises. Only $36/person. Sponsorship is $180 (entitles you to two reservations). Invitations will be in the mail in January. For more information or to make a reservation, please contact Rica Lieberman at ricalieberman@yahoo.com
  • SUPPER AND SONG DANCE PARTY WITH ANDY BAUM Wednesday, January 18 * 5:30 - 6:30 pm. 1 - 5 years old, with parent or caregiver. Wear your dancing shoes, bring your friends and enjoy a JCC FamilyPlace "sing along, sup along" evening, featuring guest entertainer Andy Baum. Pizza served to children and adults. Member $9 / Community $12 if registered before January 11. Member $11 / Community $14 beginning January 11. For more information, contact Allison Murphy at 203.487.0980, amurphy@stamfordjcc.org or visit www.stamfordjcc.org
  • THE CENTER WOMEN OF THE J PRESENT 100 YEARS: 100 SONGS Saturday, January 21, 7:30 pm & Sunday, January 22, 11 am and 3 pm. This original musical review celebrates our JCC's centennial with snippets of 100 songs that reflect the Center's amazing history. Many of the Broadway show tunes are ones you know and love, so come ready to tap your feet, sing along and have a great time! A perfect outing for the entire family! Reservations required. Playbill ads available for purchase. For more information contact Nancy Schiffman at 203-487-0941 or nschiffman@stamfordjcc.org or visit www.stamfordjcc.org to reserve tickets and purchase playbill ads.
  • BRUNCH AND LEARN SERIES: MINORITIES IN ISRAEL: HAREDIM-ULTRA ORTHODOX JEWS Sunday, January 29 * 10 - 11:30 am In the world of Jewish observance and identification, it is Haredi Jews that are perhaps the most visually identifiable, yet they make up only 8% of the Jews in Israel. How do Haredim fit into Israeli society? Suggested donation $5, open to the community. To register or for more information, contact Yael Stolarsky, JCC Israeli Shlicha, at 203-487-0951 or ystolarsky@stamfordjcc.org.
  • O-LA-MI FAMILY GAME SHOW Sunday, January 29 * 5 - 7 pm. Celebrate summer with your friends at our annual O-la-mi Reunion and fundraiser! Reconnect with O-la-mi friends and counselors, and meet new participants and their families. Pizza, games, raffle and O-la-mi fun! All are welcome. $36 per family of 4 ($5 each additional participant). Please pre-register by January 25 so the O-la-mi staff can plan accordingly. All proceeds from this event will be donated to O-la-mi's "Make a Change Campaign," which helps support scholarships for children in need. For more information contact Brandon Yarborough at 203.487.0970, byarborough@stamfordjcc.org or visit www.stamfordjcc.org
  • PRETTY IN PINK: JCC MATZAH BALL ANNUAL FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE Saturday, February 25 * 6:30 - 8 pm. 5-10 years. Join us for the Matzah Ball, The J's annual father-daughter dance. Dance the night away and play fun games. Dress up for the event of the year. Truly a night to remember! Light refreshments and dessert will be served. Member $36 per "couple," $5 per additional child. Community $45 per "couple," $5 per additional child. For more information contact Galit Roloff at 203-487-0974, groloff@stamfordjcc.org or visit www.stamfordjcc.org.
  • ISRAELI FILM SERIES: ATOMIC FALAFEL (COMEDY) Thursday, February 9 * 7 pm . Two girls from nuclear towns in Israel and Iran spill their countries' most valuable secrets on Facebook while trying to prevent a nuclear crisis. Suggested donation $5, open to the community. To register or for more information, contact Yael Stolarsky, JCC Israeli Shlicha, at 203-487-0951 or ystolarsky@stamfordjcc.org.
  • 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.
  • SCHOKE JFS LIFE TRANSITIONS, BEGINNING WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH AT 4 PM Support group, meeting weekly, for unemployed facing the emotional challenges of finding employment at the Stamford Schoke JFS office, 733 Summer Street, 6th Floor. Contact Anne Birchenough at 203-921-4161 or abirchenough@ctjfs.org.
  • SCHOKE JFS COLLEGE AHEAD! Thursday, December 1st at 7:30 pm Deans of Admissions of prominent colleges will form a panel of experts to share information about the college admissions, academics, Jewish life on campus, residential options and other topics of interest. Claire Friedlander, Schoke JFS College Consultant, will moderate the discussion at the Federation of Jewish Philanthropy office at 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport. Open to the community at no cost and registration is not required. Contact Claire Friedlander at 203-921-4161 or email clairef@ctjfs.org for more information.
  • LET'S TALK - Thursdays, 11 :00 am Free at the Stamford JCC, 1035 Newfield Avenue. Seniors talk about common interests and concerns, facilitated by a Schoke Jewish Family Service counselor. Contact Anne Birchenough at 203-921-4161 or abirchenough@ctjfs.org.
  • LET'S TALK - Thursdays, 1:00 pm Free at the Westport Senior Center, 21 Imperial Avenue, Westport. Seniors talk about common interests and concerns, facilitated by a Schoke Jewish Family Service counselor. Contact Anne Birchenough at 203-921-4161 or abirchenough@ctjfs.org.
  • SCHOKE JFS FINANCIAL FITNESS on Thursdays, January 12th; February 9th; March 9th at 7PM at the Jewish Senior Services Campus, 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport. In partnership with FJP and Schoke Jewish Family Service, a financial educator from LifeBridge will teach three seminars about Budgeting, Understanding Your Credit and Identity Theft. The seminars are free. To reserve a spot, contact Rebekah Kanefsky at 203-921-4161 or rkanefsky@ctjfs.org.
  • LET'S TALK - Fairfield, starting in February 2017 at 12:45 pm at the Bigelow Center for Senior Activities, 100 Mona Terrace, Fairfield. Seniors talk about common interests and concerns, facilitated by a Schoke Jewish Family Service counselor. Contact Rebekah Kanefsky at 203-921-4161 or rkanefsky@ctjfs.org
  • SNAP ENROLLMENT WORKSHOPS For adults and seniors, Schoke JFS will be providing information and eligibility assistance for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP-formerly food stamps). The second Wednesday of every month at 2:30 pm in the Stamford office (733 Summer Street,6th Floor), SNAP Enrollment Workshops will be presented monthly. For additional information or to register, please contact Rebekah Kanefsky, Schoke JFS Case Manager at 203-921-4161 or email rkanefsky@ctjfs.org.
  • SNAP ENROLLMENT WORKSHOPS For adults and seniors, Schoke JFS will be providing information and eligibility assistance for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP-formerly food stamps). The second Tuesday of every month at 11:00 am in the Westport office (431 Post Road East), SNAP Enrollment Workshops will be presented monthly. For additional information or to register, please contact Rebekah Kanefsky, Schoke JFS Case Manager at 203-921-4161 or email rkanefsky@ctjfs.org.
  • JEWISH SENIOR SERVICES HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING: The goal is to have trained Hospice volunteers in clusters all over Fairfield County so that when the need presents itself, volunteers do not have to travel far. Chaifetz Family Hospice will be holding a two day Hospice Volunteer Training Program for anyone interested in giving their time and compassion to terminally ill patients and their loved ones. Training will be held at Jewish Senior Services, 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT on Sunday, February 5th and Sunday, February 12th from 9:00am-4:30pm. Training materials and meals will be provided free of charge. If you would like to sign up or to learn more about hospice training, please contact Ellen Ashkins at (203) 365-6417 or by email at eashkins@jseniors.org.
We Wish A Speedy Recovery To
  • Aharon ben Yehudit
  • Alexander ben Ida
  • Basher Rachal bat Hannah
  • Benjamin Rufuel ben Basher Rachal
  • Dov ben Pnina
  • Freidel bat Sarah
  • Gedalya Yitzchak ben Tzivia Rivka.
  • Golda bat Basha
  • Moshe Elya ben Chana
  • Refael Ephraim ben Sima
  • Ruth Leah bat Zahava
  • Shoshana bat Mazal
  • Yaakov ben Selma
  • Yitzchak Asher ben Chana Shayva Chaya
  • Zacharia Aharon ben Aviva
  • Zev Mordechai ben Chaya Gittel
CAS Youth
Calendar:
January, 2017- Theme of the Month: Empathy
  • Tot Shabbat and Mini Minyan-Practice role playing as appropriate.
  • Jr. Cong.- Discussion: What is the difference between Sympathy and Empathy?
  • Jr. Cong. Special HOT Kiddush and nekudot sale- bring all your tickets for great prizes!
  • BMC meeting with Morah Elana Trombka, regular attendees save up your cards for a FREE Sooh trip in Feb.!
  • BMC lunch at the home of Rica and Ari Lieberman.. please RSVP and let us know if you can join!
  • Teen Minyan
  • Jr. Cong. special guest leader
  • Teen Minyan

Upcoming Teen Minyan Dates:

  • Jan 21,28
    Feb, 4, 18, 25
    March 11, 18, 25
    April 8, 29
    May 6
    June 3, 10, 17
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 visithttp://youth.cas-stamford.org/givingfor all of our sponsorship opportunities.
Shabbat Shalom! Rabbi Yehuda Jeiger

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

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Schedule
Friday
Candle lighting4:30 PM
Mincha4:35 PM
Shabbat
Shacharit7:00 AM
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
Coffee & Commentary8:45 AM
Sephardic Minyan9:00 AM
Latest Shema9:40 AM
Latest Shacharit10:28 AM
Shiur10:30 AM
Tot Shabbat
Mini Minyan
Jr. Cong
10:30 AM
Code Of Jewish Law3:35 PM
Daf Yomi4:05 PM
Mincha4:25 PM
Maariv5:27 PM
Shabbat Ends5:32 PM
Shabbat Shalom
Parent or Friend
Parenting is one of the most challenging and rewarding endeavors. There are moments of "anguish" in raising children, but also, God willing, many moments of nachas and joy. No manuals exist for every situation and each child is unique. Nevertheless, we hope and pray that our children and grandchildren embody the values of menschlichkeit and commitment to Torah, God, Israel and humanity. We guide them to realize their Divine potential and be their very best.
As Yaakov nears the end of his life, he blesses each one of his children. However, his words convey a timeless instructive for life. Rather than simply offer them all words of encouragement, he tempers his words with criticism. He understands that he is not their friend, but their parent. In the younger years, a parent is tasked with educating a child, mustering the courage to say "no" and simultaneously raising a child to make responsible choices as an adult. Of course, as a child grows in independence, the relationship between parent and child evolves.
This past week was my grandmother's unveiling. In reflecting on her life, I remarked that she was able to embody the ideal of balancing love and restraint. She developed a relationship with each of her grandchildren, her "greats" as she would call them, her children, their spouses, her nieces and nephews, and her cousins. She was and is the matriarch of our family, who brought us all together and, together with my grandfathers, always made the effort to be part of our lives.
However, her love was tempered by her honesty and frankness, her gevurah, her strength. She let everyone know how she felt to guide us and motivate us to be our very best. She offered helpful advice because she wanted us to improve - out of love. As a parent and grandparent, she embodied the attribute of Tiferet - splendor, the attribute associated with Yaakov. She possessed a soul infused with love, kindness, and generosity, balanced with strength, tenacity, determination, spunk and honesty.
In our generation, the challenge as parents and grandparents is great. We live in an age of entitlement. Yet, the Torah approach is exactly the opposite. It is our role to cultivate gratitude, humility and morality in our youth. May God grant us the wisdom and courage to balance our love with restraint, to lead by example and God willing, merit generations of children who will be a source of blessing to our families, the Jewish people and the world.
Wishing you and your families a Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Daniel Cohen
Halachic Living Will This Shabbat, we read in the Torah about the death and burial of our forefather Yaakov. As we read this portion, we join hundreds of congregations around the country in focusing our attention to issues concerning the end of life planning that affect each and every family. At CAS, we will use this opportunity to raise communal and individual awareness about the importance of a Halachic Living Will. I will be away this Shabbat but Rabbi Zweiter will address the topic on Shabbat morning. For an introduction to the Halachic Living Will, see- www.rabbis.org/pdfs/hcpi.pdf and visit teamshabbos.org/
Service Notes
  • Sephardic Minyan will be held this Shabbat, 9 AM in the Social Hall. Thank you to all those who came to our inaugural Sephardic Minyan at CAS on December 10th! We are excited to announce the next dates for the Sephardic Minyan, the ONLY Sephardic Minyan in all of Fairfield County. Please join us as we gather AGAIN on February 11th! If you would like to volunteer to be hazan or read even one aliyah click on the following link: https://goo.gl/zrptD4. Questions? Send us an email at SephardicMinyanCAS@gmail.com
  • Dudes daughters donuts minyan is on for this Sunday 915
  • Looking for an early Mincha on Monday - Thursday at 1:30 PM? - If you have an interest in forming an early weekday mincha at CAS, please contact Rabbi Dr. Jeff Cahn at j.cahn@snet.net
CAS SHABBAT ATRIA MITZVAH MISSION CONTINUES Spreading joy and building community. Our goal: enrich the seniors' experience through friendship, song and joy. Join Rabbi Cohen and Kate & Peretz Cik on Friday, January 20th at 2:30 PM to share the spirit of Shabbat. Adults & kids welcome. Info: Rabbi Cohen at rabbicohen@cas-stamford.org.
This Week in Jewish History Join the hundreds who have viewed Rabbi Zweiter's new series Just click here to view the new YouTube Channel
Kosher Alerts The OU reminds you to always check the label before purchasing any item that needs kosher certification! And for the latest corrective actions, stay up with the latest OU KOSHER CONSUMER ALERTS & ADVISORIES...just click here
Kosher Advisory Breaking news from the OU - newly certified items! to check out the list click here
LIPS product of the week Check out our new Love Israel Products Blog (LIPS) for the latest ways to support Israel! Thank you to Lola Halperin and Aaron Goldenberg for organizing. www.loveisraelproducts.com
Shabbat Topics & Participants
Coffee & CommentaryRabbi David Walk
SermonRabbi Oran Zweiter
Daf YomiDavid Bessaleli
Seudah ShlishitRabbi Oran Zweiter: The Grave Thief
Torah ReaderJay Jubas
Weekday Schedule
ShacharitShacharit: Sunday 7:15 AM/8:30 AM/9:15 AM, Monday 6:30 AM/8:30 AM, Tuesday-Friday 6:30 AM/7:30 AM
MinchaMincha: Sunday-Thursday 4:40 PM, Friday 4:43 PM
Late MaarivMonday-Thursday: The Learning Center, 1766 Bedford Street, 8:45 PM
Candles Friday4:38 PM
MondayM L King Day
Mazal Tov
  • to Joan & Bennett Schwartz on the birth of a granddaughter, born to Michele & Matthew Slaine.
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
Library KiddushAlbert and Ana Lilienfeld in honor of the milestone birthday of Dovi Zucker
Chapel KiddushSimcha Rubin on behalf of Yeshiva Simcha Gavriel
Sanctuary KiddushCAS
Sponsor A Kiddush
Shabbat date Sanctuary Kiddush Chapel Kiddush
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1/28/17opensponsored
2/4/17openopen
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Sponsor a kiddush! click here to see the menus.
Click here to email Matt and he will contact you mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org or see Irwin to arrange a Chapel Kiddush.
Sisterhood
SYLVIA'S CAS SISTERHOOD GIFT SHOP
We need volunteers! Please call Julie at (203)-321-6460 or Anne at (203)-321-5072
CAS Annual Dinner
We are pleased to announce the honorees of the CAS Annual Festive Dinner
March 19, 2017 - 21 Adar 5777:
Celebrating Our Community
The generous of heart will prosper and those who refresh others will be refreshed.
-Proverbs 11:25
Guests of Honor
Sandi & Stuart Waldstreicher
Community Service Award
Dean Schuckman
Young Leadership Award
Daniella & Mitchel Balsam
Chai Award
Barbara & Larry ZL Miller
With a special farewell presentation to Rabbi Walk in gratitude for his years of service at CAS

Dinner Chairs
Darona Bernstein & Liba Steinmetz
Journal Chairs
Jeffrey Maron & Rhonda Schaffer-Maron and Diane & Elliot Sloyer
Our chairs welcome members who would like to join the Dinner or Journal Committees! Please contact Matt at mfeinberg@cas-stamford.org to indicate your interest!
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CAMERA - Media Manipulation: The Bias Against Israel Dessert & Discusssion
CAS and CAMERA (Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting in America) present Saritz Catz, International Letter-Writing Director for CAMERA giving a presentation on Media Manipulation: The Bias Against Israel. Dessert and Discussion.
We hope to provide transportation to members unable to drive at night. To do this, we need volunteers as well. Please help your neighbor, friend and fellow congregant to participate in this exciting and important presentation. Let CAS be known as the congregation that cares. If you are interested in attending and/or driving, please call the office at 203-358-2200 as soon as possible.
AIPAC Shabbaton
Shabbat, January 21
AIPAC Shabbaton
Ed Miller, AIPAC National Deputy Political Director, will speak on Shabbat after services and during Seudat Shlishit
CAS Teens Laser Tag
Shabbat, January 21 - 7:00 PM
CAS Teens Laser Tag
Laser Tag - Games - Mini-Bowling
Fun for kids & Adults
Information Meeting for Journey of Body & Soul To Israel
Thinking of a trip to Israel? There is no better time to plan a trip than now! Join Rabbi Daniel and Diane Cohen for a Journey of Body and Soul to the Four Holy Cities of Israel. Revised Dates - Leave Monday night, October 30th, 2017 and return Thursday morning November 9th. Join us for an orientation and information session to learn more about the trip on Monday evening, January 23rd from 7:30 PM
Scholar-In-Residence:  Rabbi Benjamin Samuels
Friday Night: The Whole Truth: Can We Handle It? Rabbi Samuels will speak at an oneg hosted by Rabbi Daniel and Diane Cohen at their home at 8 PM.
Shabbat Morning: Halakhah v'Agggadah: The Jewish Story of the Laws of Life
Seudah Shlishit Shiur: The One and the Many: Is there an Essence to Judaism?
CAS Young Families Potluck Shabbat Lunch and Oneg
We are looking for families and couples to host the potluck and provide the main dish, drinks, and challah, and then guests will fill in with side dishes and desserts. Following lunch there will be an oneg at the shul. Join us for this great way to get to know people in the CAS community!
CAS Annual Festive Dinner
Sunday, March 19 - 5:00 PM
CAS Annual Festive Dinner
Please join us on March 19 as we celebrate our community by honoring a great group of individuals who have done so much for CAS...
CAS Youth Teen Minyan Kiddush Fund
Sponsor a teen minyan kiddush
Parents! Help us provide kiddush at all our teen minyans this year!
CAS Young Families
Toddler Time Playgroup Tuesdays, 3:30 pm. Please join us for an hour of free play for children 1 to 4 years old and their caregivers. Facilitated by two moms of toddlers, this drop-in group meets weekly at CAS in the downstairs children's classroom. No cost, a light snack provided. Info: Rachel Kaimowitz rachelshields@gmail.com or Jessica Furmansky JessicaL83@gmail.com

Babies & Breakfast at CAS Bring your baby and come mingle with other moms at CAS. This free group is for moms with babies from birth through 1 to socialize, grab some food, or at the very least, get out of the house! We meet every other Thursday at 11:30 for 1 hour. Next date: January 26. Info: Melissa Litwak (melissalevy@gmail.com) or Rachel Kaimowitz (rachelshields@gmail.com).
CAS Winter Classes
New Adult Education Classes Announcements - Winter Season
Most of the Fall Semester classes will continue. You can join them each week. Rabbi Cohen will restart his Tuesday Torah classes on Isaiah, Depth of Genesis and Parsha Perspectives as and his Friday morning Taste of Torah. Rabbi Walk will continue his Sunday class Bible in the Beginning, Monday Inyana DeYoma, Tuesday Kabalah class, and Thursday Talmud class.
Rabbi Zweiter will offer these new classes:
Weekly Haftarah - Wednesday, 9 AM
  • The weekly haftarah is one of the most frequently recited parts of our liturgy, and yet also one of the most overlooked. Come study the meaning of the weekly haftarah, its connection to the weekly parsha, and gain a deeper appreciation of this sometimes 'lost' piece of liturgy. All texts will be in Hebrew and English.
Rambam Reboot: Maimonides' Principles of the Jewish Faith- Thursday, 9 AM
  • Many of us have heard of the 13 Principles of Faith, but where does that come from? Come study these fundamental texts from their source- the writings of Maimonides. We will try to understand exactly what Maimonides thinks we should believe, as well as positions of those that differed with him. Enrich your understanding of the fundamentals of your faith in just one hour a week! All texts will be in Hebrew and English.
Practical Workshop: How to Maintain a Jewish Home
  • This 4 part series will explain the basics of starting and maintaining a Jewish home, in a friendly, hands-on fashion. Appropriate for people who are first starting out, as well as those who just want a refresher. All questions and questioners welcome! Dates - Monday evenings at 7:45 PM Jan. 23, 30, Feb 6, 13
  1. Mezuzah
  2. Making a Kitchen Kosher/Tevilat Kelim
  3. Maintaining a Kosher Kitchen
  4. The Kitchen on Shabbat
We are starting an advanced Talmud class one night a week. For those interested, please see Rabbi Zweiter, or email rabbizweiter@cas-stamford.org
CAS Classes
Week of January 15
SundayRabbi David Walk: Bible from the Beginning - 9:15 AM
Bob Abrams: Tanach, Judaism and World History - Bagels with Bob - 10:00 AM
MondayBob Abrams: Tanach - The Book of Samuel - 10:15 AM
Rabbi David Walk: Dvar Yom B'Yomo. - 11:30 AM
TuesdayRabbi Daniel Cohen: Power of the Prophets - 8:15 AM
Rabbi Daniel Cohen: Depth of Genesis - 9:00 AM
WednesdayRabbi Oran Zweiter: Weekly Haftorah - 9:00 AM
ThursdayRabbi Oran Zweiter: Rambam Reboot - 13 Principles - 9:00 AM
FridayRabbi Daniel Cohen: The Pre-Shabbos Torah Taste - 8:15 AM
CAS Announcements
  • ANNUAL YAKAR SHABBAT FEBRUARY 11 a Shabbat of ruach, unity and interactive Torah. Friday night Carlebach light davening led by Chazan Bokow. Shabbat morning four minyanim at 7 AM, 8:00 AM and 8:45 AM (Ashkenaz and Sephardic). Joint Hot Kiddush at 10:00 AM. 10:30 AM Breakout Learning Sessions on The Jewish Family, featuring Yona Goldman- My Big Complicated Biblical Family, Rabbi Alex Ozar- What is Love?, Talia Siscovick- Lessons from the Giving Tree: How to Foster Healthy Family Relationships and Rabbi Elisha Paul- Responding to Contemporary Challenges to Creating and Sustaining a Traditional Jewish Family Musaf at 11:15 AM.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • WE WANT YOU FOR BINGO! Players AND volunteers needed. Join in on the fun we have every MONDAY at 6:00 PM
Community Announcements
  • BI-CULTURAL DAY SCHOOL FAMILY TRIP TO ISRAEL is scheduled to leave April 30 and return May 11, 2017. Let's celebrate Yom Ha'Atzmaut together in Israel!! For more information about this very special trip, please contact Bob Abrams at babrams@bcds.org or 203-329-2186.
  • SAR ANNUAL DINNER February 4, in support of the Scholarship Fund. Info: www.sardinner.org or Stephanie & Josh Bilenker or Tricia & Robert Hoff
  • JEWISH SENIOR SERVICES NEEDS MINYAN MENSCHEN!! JSS is in great need of men to attend and help make our daily Minyan (prayer quorum of ten) in order to help Residents say the Kaddish 365 days of the year. Our Minyan hours will not overlap with most synagogues Minyans. Please feel free to contact Rabbi Stephen Shulman, Director, Pastoral Services at (203) 396-1001 or email sshulman@jseniors.org for exact service times.
  • SAVE THE DATE! Sunday, March 5, 2017, 5PM, at Congregation Agudath Sholom. Annual Stamford Chevra Kadisha Dinner, featuring Dr. Erica Brown as guest speaker. Honoree: Michael Feldstein. Fabulous catered meal by 613 Restaurant with some very special delectable treats and culinary surprises. Only $36/person. Sponsorship is $180 (entitles you to two reservations). Invitations will be in the mail in January. For more information or to make a reservation, please contact Rica Lieberman at ricalieberman@yahoo.com
  • SUPPER AND SONG DANCE PARTY WITH ANDY BAUM Wednesday, January 18 * 5:30 - 6:30 pm. 1 - 5 years old, with parent or caregiver. Wear your dancing shoes, bring your friends and enjoy a JCC FamilyPlace "sing along, sup along" evening, featuring guest entertainer Andy Baum. Pizza served to children and adults. Member $9 / Community $12 if registered before January 11. Member $11 / Community $14 beginning January 11. For more information, contact Allison Murphy at 203.487.0980, amurphy@stamfordjcc.org or visit www.stamfordjcc.org
  • THE CENTER WOMEN OF THE J PRESENT 100 YEARS: 100 SONGS Saturday, January 21, 7:30 pm & Sunday, January 22, 11 am and 3 pm. This original musical review celebrates our JCC's centennial with snippets of 100 songs that reflect the Center's amazing history. Many of the Broadway show tunes are ones you know and love, so come ready to tap your feet, sing along and have a great time! A perfect outing for the entire family! Reservations required. Playbill ads available for purchase. For more information contact Nancy Schiffman at 203-487-0941 or nschiffman@stamfordjcc.org or visit www.stamfordjcc.org to reserve tickets and purchase playbill ads.
  • BRUNCH AND LEARN SERIES: MINORITIES IN ISRAEL: HAREDIM-ULTRA ORTHODOX JEWS Sunday, January 29 * 10 - 11:30 am In the world of Jewish observance and identification, it is Haredi Jews that are perhaps the most visually identifiable, yet they make up only 8% of the Jews in Israel. How do Haredim fit into Israeli society? Suggested donation $5, open to the community. To register or for more information, contact Yael Stolarsky, JCC Israeli Shlicha, at 203-487-0951 or ystolarsky@stamfordjcc.org.
  • O-LA-MI FAMILY GAME SHOW Sunday, January 29 * 5 - 7 pm. Celebrate summer with your friends at our annual O-la-mi Reunion and fundraiser! Reconnect with O-la-mi friends and counselors, and meet new participants and their families. Pizza, games, raffle and O-la-mi fun! All are welcome. $36 per family of 4 ($5 each additional participant). Please pre-register by January 25 so the O-la-mi staff can plan accordingly. All proceeds from this event will be donated to O-la-mi's "Make a Change Campaign," which helps support scholarships for children in need. For more information contact Brandon Yarborough at 203.487.0970, byarborough@stamfordjcc.org or visit www.stamfordjcc.org
  • PRETTY IN PINK: JCC MATZAH BALL ANNUAL FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE Saturday, February 25 * 6:30 - 8 pm. 5-10 years. Join us for the Matzah Ball, The J's annual father-daughter dance. Dance the night away and play fun games. Dress up for the event of the year. Truly a night to remember! Light refreshments and dessert will be served. Member $36 per "couple," $5 per additional child. Community $45 per "couple," $5 per additional child. For more information contact Galit Roloff at 203-487-0974, groloff@stamfordjcc.org or visit www.stamfordjcc.org.
  • ISRAELI FILM SERIES: ATOMIC FALAFEL (COMEDY) Thursday, February 9 * 7 pm . Two girls from nuclear towns in Israel and Iran spill their countries' most valuable secrets on Facebook while trying to prevent a nuclear crisis. Suggested donation $5, open to the community. To register or for more information, contact Yael Stolarsky, JCC Israeli Shlicha, at 203-487-0951 or ystolarsky@stamfordjcc.org.
  • 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.
  • SCHOKE JFS LIFE TRANSITIONS, BEGINNING WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH AT 4 PM Support group, meeting weekly, for unemployed facing the emotional challenges of finding employment at the Stamford Schoke JFS office, 733 Summer Street, 6th Floor. Contact Anne Birchenough at 203-921-4161 or abirchenough@ctjfs.org.
  • SCHOKE JFS COLLEGE AHEAD! Thursday, December 1st at 7:30 pm Deans of Admissions of prominent colleges will form a panel of experts to share information about the college admissions, academics, Jewish life on campus, residential options and other topics of interest. Claire Friedlander, Schoke JFS College Consultant, will moderate the discussion at the Federation of Jewish Philanthropy office at 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport. Open to the community at no cost and registration is not required. Contact Claire Friedlander at 203-921-4161 or email clairef@ctjfs.org for more information.
  • LET'S TALK - Thursdays, 11 :00 am Free at the Stamford JCC, 1035 Newfield Avenue. Seniors talk about common interests and concerns, facilitated by a Schoke Jewish Family Service counselor. Contact Anne Birchenough at 203-921-4161 or abirchenough@ctjfs.org.
  • LET'S TALK - Thursdays, 1:00 pm Free at the Westport Senior Center, 21 Imperial Avenue, Westport. Seniors talk about common interests and concerns, facilitated by a Schoke Jewish Family Service counselor. Contact Anne Birchenough at 203-921-4161 or abirchenough@ctjfs.org.
  • SCHOKE JFS FINANCIAL FITNESS on Thursdays, January 12th; February 9th; March 9th at 7PM at the Jewish Senior Services Campus, 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport. In partnership with FJP and Schoke Jewish Family Service, a financial educator from LifeBridge will teach three seminars about Budgeting, Understanding Your Credit and Identity Theft. The seminars are free. To reserve a spot, contact Rebekah Kanefsky at 203-921-4161 or rkanefsky@ctjfs.org.
  • LET'S TALK - Fairfield, starting in February 2017 at 12:45 pm at the Bigelow Center for Senior Activities, 100 Mona Terrace, Fairfield. Seniors talk about common interests and concerns, facilitated by a Schoke Jewish Family Service counselor. Contact Rebekah Kanefsky at 203-921-4161 or rkanefsky@ctjfs.org
  • SNAP ENROLLMENT WORKSHOPS For adults and seniors, Schoke JFS will be providing information and eligibility assistance for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP-formerly food stamps). The second Wednesday of every month at 2:30 pm in the Stamford office (733 Summer Street,6th Floor), SNAP Enrollment Workshops will be presented monthly. For additional information or to register, please contact Rebekah Kanefsky, Schoke JFS Case Manager at 203-921-4161 or email rkanefsky@ctjfs.org.
  • SNAP ENROLLMENT WORKSHOPS For adults and seniors, Schoke JFS will be providing information and eligibility assistance for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP-formerly food stamps). The second Tuesday of every month at 11:00 am in the Westport office (431 Post Road East), SNAP Enrollment Workshops will be presented monthly. For additional information or to register, please contact Rebekah Kanefsky, Schoke JFS Case Manager at 203-921-4161 or email rkanefsky@ctjfs.org.
  • JEWISH SENIOR SERVICES HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING: The goal is to have trained Hospice volunteers in clusters all over Fairfield County so that when the need presents itself, volunteers do not have to travel far. Chaifetz Family Hospice will be holding a two day Hospice Volunteer Training Program for anyone interested in giving their time and compassion to terminally ill patients and their loved ones. Training will be held at Jewish Senior Services, 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT on Sunday, February 5th and Sunday, February 12th from 9:00am-4:30pm. Training materials and meals will be provided free of charge. If you would like to sign up or to learn more about hospice training, please contact Ellen Ashkins at (203) 365-6417 or by email at eashkins@jseniors.org.
We Wish A Speedy Recovery To
  • Aharon ben Yehudit
  • Alexander ben Ida
  • Basher Rachal bat Hannah
  • Benjamin Rufuel ben Basher Rachal
  • Dov ben Pnina
  • Freidel bat Sarah
  • Gedalya Yitzchak ben Tzivia Rivka.
  • Golda bat Basha
  • Moshe Elya ben Chana
  • Refael Ephraim ben Sima
  • Ruth Leah bat Zahava
  • Shoshana bat Mazal
  • Yaakov ben Selma
  • Yitzchak Asher ben Chana Shayva Chaya
  • Zacharia Aharon ben Aviva
  • Zev Mordechai ben Chaya Gittel
CAS Youth
Calendar:
January, 2017- Theme of the Month: Empathy
  • Tot Shabbat and Mini Minyan-Practice role playing as appropriate.
  • Jr. Cong.- Discussion: What is the difference between Sympathy and Empathy?
  • Jr. Cong. Special HOT Kiddush and nekudot sale- bring all your tickets for great prizes!
  • BMC meeting with Morah Elana Trombka, regular attendees save up your cards for a FREE Sooh trip in Feb.!
  • BMC lunch at the home of Rica and Ari Lieberman.. please RSVP and let us know if you can join!
  • Teen Minyan
  • Jr. Cong. special guest leader
  • Teen Minyan

Upcoming Teen Minyan Dates:

  • Jan 21,28
    Feb, 4, 18, 25
    March 11, 18, 25
    April 8, 29
    May 6
    June 3, 10, 17
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 visithttp://youth.cas-stamford.org/givingfor all of our sponsorship opportunities.
Shabbat Shalom! Rabbi Yehuda Jeiger

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

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