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Rabbi Sheinberg and the rest of the CCAR Board were installed at a Shabbat morning Service in Tel Aviv on February 25th as part of the CCAR Convention.
rabbi randy sheinberg
To Sustain Our Faith, Let Us Balance Speaking Our Minds, Boldly and/or Modestly to Follow Our Principles and Accomplish Our Goals
- March is Women’s History Month and this year, just a couple of days before International Women’s Day is the Jewish holiday of Purim. Even though Megillat Esther (The Scroll of Esther) is one of the few books in the Jewish canon named for a woman, we usually spend more time discussing and analyzing the male characters in the story than we do the female ones. What can we learn from looking at the female protagonists of the story, Vashti and Esther? In this month of celebrating women, how can we celebrate their legacies?
- Let’s start with Vashti......Vashti is portrayed as a villain in the Megillah. She is disobedient, refusing to heed the command of her husband, the king. The king’s advisors view her as brash and worry that she is setting a bad example for the other women in Persia. And if the comments of the characters in the Megillah itself were not enough, the later generations of rabbis, those who wrote the Talmud and the classical midrash texts, take it even further. One midrash claims that Vashti is self-centered and vain, and she therefore refuses to follow the King’s order to be shown in public, because she thinks her appearance that day is not up to her usual high standard. Another claims that she won’t be seen in public, because she has spontaneously grown a tail; which is considered both unsightly and a symbol of her bad, untamed character.
- Of course, modern readers may have a very different take on Vashti. They (we) see her as a strong woman, one who refuses to be at the beck and call of another man. One who is not afraid to challenge authority. One who will not allow other men to treat her as a sex object.
- In contrast to Vashti, we have Esther......When we first meet Esther, she appears to be Vashti’s polar opposite. She is docile, dutiful, and obedient. Where Vashti defies the authority of the man in her life, King Ahasuerus, Esther submits to the authority of the man in her life, Mordecai. When Mordecai tells her to apply for a position in the king’s harem to court his favor, she complies. When he tells her to hide the fact that she is Jewish, she follows his lead. Indeed, she is so modest and meek, that unlike the other women in the harem, she does not ask for anything for herself. By acting in an unassuming, modest manner, Esther endears herself to the King and to all his courtiers, and she becomes the new queen.
- If the story ended there, we could call it a simple morality story - a lesson in what constitutes appropriate ladylike behavior. Yet it does not end there. As you know, Mordecai learns of Haman’s plot to destroy all the Jews, and he asks Esther to intercede with the King in order to save her people. Esther initially protests, saying in effect, “Who am I to ask for an audience with the king? I must wait until he summons me!” However, when she realizes the severity of the threat, Esther changes. She is no longer quiet and passive. She constructs a plan, gains an audience with the King, and saves the day.
- How does Esther do it? How does Esther become the heroine she is?
- If Esther had remained docile, meek, and “ladylike,” she never would have found the courage to speak up to authority. In order to do that, she needed to learn to be a bit more like Vashti. Indeed, by combining the best attributes of Vashti with her own best qualities, Esther succeeds at saving Jews and overturning an oppressive power.
- There is more than one way to be a strong woman. Vashti gives us one example - someone who boldly speaks her mind and follows her principles, regardless of the consequences. Esther gives us a different example - that of someone who remains modest and polite, but uses her cleverness to accomplish her goals.
This Purim, amidst the merriment we will share, let’s celebrate the legacy of both Vashti and Esther. Let’s be thankful for women of all kinds; and may we all go from strength to strength.
Temple President ~ lisa lupo
Happy Purim!
- I attended the Purim Holiday Gems Program with Rabbis Sheinberg, Chizner, and Churgell a couple of weeks ago.
- With Purim and Women’s History Month both in March, Rabbi Sheinberg appropriately focused her learning on Vashti and Esther, and in the process made me rethink how I thought of these two biblical women.
- Perhaps based on past Purim Spiels, I always thought of Vashti as vain and silly, and rightfully replaced on the throne by Esther. Yet was Vashti an early feminist? She refused to obey a demeaning order and was thus dethroned by a patriarchal king. Perhaps Vashti is the role model modern women should emulate.
- Esther, as we know obeys her cousin Mordecai and wins a beauty contest to become the new queen. When the evil Haman tries to destroy the Jews because Mordecai refuses to bow down to him, Mordecai appeals to Esther to save her people. She again obeys Mordecai and risks the wrath of the king by approaching him without his consent.
- All’s well that ends well as Esther convinces King Ahasuerus that Haman is evil (she does the work), and Mordecai advances to a position of importance (he reaps the benefit, though Esther also did as well).
- Vashti disobeyed her king when he demeaned her, and she was punished. Esther followed the direction of her male cousin and used her brain to defeat an evil man. She was rewarded. Our patriarchal history honors Esther. More than 2,000 years later, women are still fighting Vashti’s battle. Both are deserving of our respect and admiration.
- The Religious School Purim Carnival is back this year on Sunday, March 5th at 10:00 - 11:30am. All Temple members are invited to bring their young children and grandchildren (costumes are encouraged!) to the Harris Beber Auditorium at Temple Tikvah to join the fun.
- I am looking forward to this year’s interpretation of the Purim story. Please also join us on Monday, March 6th at 7:00pm at Temple Judea as Temples Tikvah, Judea, and North Country Reform come together to present this year’s Purim Spiel. We promise merriment and hamantaschen for all!
I am looking forward to celebrating Purim with my Temple Family!
RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Education Director
In March We Will Affirm Our Faith with Acts of Loving Kindness
- Congratulations to our Fifth Grade for leading our Family Shabbat Service on Friday, February 10th. Everyone sounded beautiful and were truly an inspiration!
- In February, we had the pleasure of meeting Avishai Mekonen, an Ethiopian Jew who journeyed 400 miles from Ethiopia to Sudan to Israel. He presented his incredible story to the entire Religious School, and then the students had an opportunity to meet with him in their classes. It was a wonderful experience for them to hear his amazing story of hope and freedom.
On February 12th We Had a Visit from Avishai Mekonen!
- In March, we begin our final unit of study on Gemilut Chasidim - Acts of Loving Kindness. Our students have learned Torah and Avodah, and this is now their third unit in the Chai Program.
- Our students also continue to read, chant, and understand the meanings of prayers. They have all made tremendous progress. Even our new students are reading whole words and key prayer words. Our Tutoring Program has been a blessing and has proven to be highly effective.
- Please join us on Friday, March 17th as the following fourth graders lead us in Family Shabbat Services: Emmy Adrian, Matthew Golbig, Harrison Gries, Jacob Jones, Leo Levitan, Sophie Pitt, Benjamin Podber, Noah Raja, Ava Schonsky, and Zachary Strobel.
- Upcoming Events: • Sunday, March 5th - Purim Carnival during Religious School at Temple Tikvah at 9:30am...Tikvah Tots are Invited & Purim Spiel Rehearsal at Temple Judea at 1:00pm • Sunday, March 12th - Religious School Committee Meeting in Beber Auditorium at 9:45am • Friday, March 17th - Grade 4 Family Shabbat Services at 7:00pm • Saturday, March 18th - Junior Congregation 9:30am • Sunday, March 19th - Commonpoint Queens Event at 12:15pm • Sunday, March 26th - Parent Program 9:45am & Women’s Seder in The Beber Auditorium at 12:30pm
Have Some FUN with Your Friends & Family!
TIKVAH TOTS
Purim: A Time to Help Others, A Time to Not Judge Someone by Their Looks, A Time to Celebrate Heroes, A Time to Practice Being Brave, AND A Time to Always be Proudly Jewish
March is upon us and while those who are not Jewish may immediately think of Spring approaching, anyone Jewish can taste those hamantaschen on the way (see recipe below from Queen Esther Saves Her People - Retold by Rita Golden Gelman). Therefore this means we soon will read from the Megillah/Esther’s story, shake those groggers/noise makers, bake yummy hamantaschen (raspberry is my favorite*), and dress up in costume. It is a time of extra joy for our youngest community members. What could be more fun than an extra reason to dress up and go to a carnival? On March 5th all Tots are invited to join Religious School for their Purim Carnival!
We hope that everyone will be able to celebrate Queen Esther this month!
Director of Youth & Family Engagement
Chag Purim Sameach
- Part of the Youth & Family Engagement Program’s Mission Statement at Temple Tikvah reads: Just as we acknowledge that each family is unique, we recognize that engagement in Jewish life is not one size fits all. Family programming is inclusive, accessible, and fun and furthers the path of life-long learning for each individual. By creating welcoming, immersive, and diverse programs that transcend our physical synagogue space, Family Engagement brings Jewish values to life, both in the home and in the larger world.
- As Purim is upon us these words represent our synagogue’s commitment in sustaining our faith. Our program continuously brings our youth and family together to express our pride and joy to uphold ourselves, as well as our community. So as you and your loved one’s read the Megillah this year, do not forget to embrace one another with affirmation and gratitude.
B’Shalom
LET'S RAISE OUR GLASSES!
sisterhood
The Sisterhood Scoop
- Sisterhood always tries to reach out to all of our Temple families, as well as our community at large to make a positive difference in our world. Purim is a happy time, when we are thankful for our traditions and to celebrate the strength of Jews to always survive. It is made even more joyous to have a female hero who rises above the circumstances that kept her people down. Esther makes us proud to be Jews and even more proud to be Jewish women.
- Look for our Virtual Purim Card very soon. We are grateful to all who participated in this project. All proceeds go to Temple! We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the Purim Shpiel on March 6th at 7:00pm. Those attending live at Temple Judea will leave with a sweet hamantaschen treat provided by Sisterhood.
- Our March General Meeting is on March 7th at 7:30pm in the Beber Auditorium. We are excited to hear from our Temple member, Ramona Jones (see flyer below). She will be speaking about her time in the military and how she survived her tours in Afghanistan. We look forward to seeing you there. The meeting will also be on ZOOM, however you may not want to miss delicious refreshments and seeing friends in-person!
- This year, we are happy to share a Women’s Seder once again with all our Temple sisters on Sunday, March 26th at 12:30pm in the Beber Auditorium. We are providing a free afternoon of sharing a wonderful seder which will include a light lunch with friends, daughters, and granddaughters. We will also be inviting our sisters from Temple Judea and North Country Temple, to make it an even bigger community event. RSVP is a must!
- Your Sisterhood is working on future events including our wonderful Sisterhood Shabbat Service. Look for information soon to help develop and participate in the service. It is always a beautiful and very meaningful Shabbat for everyone.
- We are also beginning to look ahead to sharing our End of Year Dinner with our Sisterhood members. The planning is in the works. As always, check the Weekly Updates for all information and flyers.
We are all looking forward to SPRING!!!!
brotherhood
Welcome to March!
- Oh, I love March…besides those first 4 letters of March (get it?!?). March is a weather changer...Spring arrives - warmer weather is not far behind - AND - only six days after this month ends...it will be Opening Day at Citi Field when the New York Metropolitans take on the Miami Marlins!
- Daylight Savings Time begins this month on Sunday, March 12th. As those days become longer, it will be great to go to Friday Night Shabbat Services when it is light out. We will be able to see our Temple buddies, pray, and get to schmooze at the onegs. For me, this works well with this month’s Tikvah Times Purim Theme’s question; as it is among the ways I affirm/proclaim, uphold/maintain, and express/demonstrate ways that I sustain/confirm my faith.
- And of course, as the President of Brotherhood, the men and I who are members of Brotherhood undertake this year round at our synagogue: We make donations to the various funds that Temple Tikvah has. • Brotherhood is currently sponsoring 2 fundraisers - Our Annual Pre-Passover Wine Sale has begun. You can find the menu of items in the Weekly Updates and We are also now selling Yom HaShoah Candles for Holocaust Remembrance Day (April 17th). Each candle is $3.00. Please contact me through the office. • Looking ahead - The men and I cannot wait to show off our cooking skills and make those matzah breis for our Religious School next month for Passover.
Our comradery and support for Temple Tikvah brings us joy as we continue to practice and embrace our faith.
lifelong learning
We are a Strong, Confident, Courageous, and Utilitarian Tribe
- Lifelong Learning: The New Jew is a four-episode Israeli TV documentary, showcasing the cultural and political influence of the Jewish community in the United States, the variety of alternative models it offers for living a rich Jewish life, and the intricate relations between them and the State of Israel. The message of the series is that in America every Jew is a Jew-by-choice. The series is produced by the Public Broadcasting Corporation and the documentary is presented by one of Israel’s most popular comedians, Guri Alfi. (For an interesting perspective of this documentary you might like to read below: ‘The New Jew’ shows Israelis how Judaism works in the U.S. by Rabbi Leon Morris, Rabbi Josh Weinberg / June 22, 2021).
- The next Lunch & Learn session will feature the last of the four episodes on Saturday, March 25th at NOON ON ZOOM ONLY. We will be screening and discussing the fourth episode in partnership with the Congregation in Shoham, Israel with Rabbi Rinat Sefania. Kehillat Shoham is our Sister Congregation in Israel to whom we donated a Sefer Torah. Each episode is independent. So, if you missed any of episodes you are still able to join for this one. In addition to screening the episode, we will break out into rooms to discuss what stood out to us that informs our own personal Judaism. It is a wonderful experience to connect with our Israeli counterparts. Sometimes, we have the chance to meet with the same people in Israel again! We hope you will join us for the next episode. Details will follow in the Weekly Updates.
- Torah Study: Torah Study continues as always on Saturday mornings at 9:00am with Rabbi Sheinberg on ZOOM and in-person at Temple Tikvah. The LINKS are always in the Weekly Updates. We hope to see you there.
- Save-the-Date: On Saturday, April 22nd at 11:00am Lifelong Learning will present the documentary The Unimaginable Journey of Peter Ertel. It will be followed by a Q & A Session with the film’s producer/director, Joseph Cahn. Details to follow next month.
Thank you Avishai Mekonen for joining us in the Harris Beber Auditorium in February for a special interactive Lunch & Learn in celebration of Jewish Diversity Month!
caring Community
Let Us Always Care and Defend Society’s Interests, Not Just Our Own as We Celebrate Purim and Recognize Esther...Scholastic, PJ Library
- Purim is an important holiday to the Jewish community, because it reminds us of a past victory in our history of persecution. Unfortunately, this sad history of persecution is still with us. However, we should remember Esther's bravery, and what it means to be proud of being Jewish and stand up for ourselves and others.
- The four mitzvot or commandments that we as individuals and we as a community are expected to fulfill for Purim, express and demonstrate our tribe’s identity, strength, and bravery against staggering odds. (What Is Purim? Learn All About the Joyful Jewish Holiday by Alesandra Dubin)......Megillah: hearing the story of Purim read.....Mishloach manot: sending gifts of food and drink to friends......Matanot le-evyonim: giving to the poor......Seudat Purim: a festive meal.
Let Us Continue to Strive for The Ideal - Our Identity, Strength, and Bravery Against Staggering Odds
Afternoon & Book Club and Writing Group Information
The Afternoon Book Club will next meet on Thursday, March 2nd at 1:30pm to review The Scent Keeper by Erica Bauermeister
The Writing Group will next meet on Tuesday, March 21st at 7:30pm
The Evening Book Club will next meet on Monday, March 27th at 7:30pm to review Black Cake: A Novel by Charmaine Wilkerson
social action
Treat the Spring as the Rebirth of the Land
- In March, Jewish people celebrate the Earth. We start seeds in containers and other ways of preparing planting as the days grow longer and the weather grows warmer. This month is also the birth of Spring, when a happy Jewish holiday is celebrated.
- Purim is about a defiant man named Mordecai who refused to follow the orders of King Ahasuerus. The Chief Minister, Haman argued that defiant Jews should be slaughtered on the 13th day of Adar. We all know what then happened. Mordecai’s adopted daughter Esther (after her parents died) was a Jewish Queen who King Ahasuerus really, really, really liked. Chief Minister Haman could never work out of this problem. The King’s love of Esther cost Haman his life. So on Purim we celebrate the death of Haman and the freedom of the Jewish people.
- The spring celebration of Purim also involves acting, costumes, and fun. We go outside and walk with instruments of joy that make loud sounds. Children love the costumes and music and giving happiness to others. However, there is no spring joy in a damaged land.
- The pollution of the air and the land is the destruction of God’s gifts. Please study the science of our damage and support the two legislative bills supported by RAC-NY.
- We need to begin by reducing greenhouse gases through the All Electric Buildings Act and the Gas Transition and Affordability Act or HEAT. Rabbi Sheinberg will use the March 3rd Shabbat Services to hold a congregational discussion about these important acts. Prior to that, Social Action will share information about the bills from RAC-NY which we should be able to read online shortly. In addition, we asked Sandy Peskin to share with us on March 3rd what Temple Tikvah has done or might consider doing regarding monies that may be available from NYS and/or the federal government for improving sustainability and infrastructure. We also plan to invite members of other congregations, who we have been working with to join us for this Shabbat gathering.
Let us work together reminding ourselves of our need of the land and continue our awareness of and commitment to fight hunger and vulnerability in the world in any way we can. Please become involved.
HAKARAT HATOV - הַכָּרַת הַטּוֹב
TODA RABA – תודה רבה
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- RABBI’S DISCRETIONARY FUND: Florence Baravarian in honor of the birth of Marty Cohen & Rabbi Randy Sheinberg’s grandson • Sisterhood in honor of the Rabbi Sheinberg being installed as the new Vice President of the Leadership Development for the Central Conference of American Rabbis • Ida & Daniel Weisser in honor of their grandson Aaron Weisser and his classmates for the wonderful Shabbat Service
- SPECIAL EDUCATION FUND: Phyllis Richards in memory of Larry Mills • Sisterhood in honor of Arline & Jack Cazes' 50th Wedding Anniversary
- TEMPLE TIKVAH GENERAL FUND: Gloria & Lawrence Konstan in memory of Barbara Brenner
- TEMPLE TIKVAH MEMORIAL FUND: Deborah Abramowitz in memory of Harold Abramowitz • Florence Baravarian in memory of Bernice Rosenberg • Marian & Seth Baskin in memory of Mildred Cohen • Cynthia & Joseph Bettelheim in memory of Harry Rice • Sharyn Chanin in memory of Joel Chanin • Terry & Michael Cutler in memory of Adam Cutler • Beth Feldman in memory of Marissa Feldman • Sonia Fink in memory of Clara Fink • Robert & Susan Gelfand in memory of Esther Gelfand • Stephen & Barbara Goldberg in memory of Anne Muchnik • Joseph & Phyllis Horne in memory of Naomi Winter • Carole Kaplan in memory Max Kaplan and Hilda Sorblum • Andrea King in memory of Douglas King and Deborah Abramson • Brotherhood in memory of James McCorey • Joyce & Joel Mensoff in memory of Barbara Brenner • Susan & Kent Moston in memory of Barbara Brenner • Karla Osuna in memory of Ethel Brooks • Christina Park in memory of Barbara Brenner • Sandra & David Peskin in memory of Marvin Witt and Barbara Brenner • Barbara & Milton Rosenberg in memory of Max Einstein • Lorraine & Martin Ross in memory of Florence Rosenthal • Susan Schall in memory of Harry Schall • Charla Schnupp in memory of Ralph Haber and Jeffrey Garson • Marilyn Schwartz in memory of Joseph Schwartz and Yetta Schwartz • June & Jack Schwarz in memory of Max Birenbaum • Barbara Silberman in memory of Barbara Brenner • Roslyn & Burton Tropp in memory of Gwendolyn A. Goldman • Stuart & Judith Weinstock in memory of Lotte Rosenfeld • Teresa & Jeff Weisbrot in memory of Barbara Brenner • Howard & Gale Zeidman in memory of Elaine Mindlin
yahrzeits
*MARCH 2023 calendar
ADAR - NISAN 5783
- WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1st - FIRST DAY OF WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH / Choir Rehearsal at 7:00pm
- THURSDAY, MARCH 2nd - Afternoon Book Club at 1:30pm & On the Marc Sports Talk with Guest Speaker, Ira Kaufman - A Sports Guru at 4:00pm
- FRIDAY, MARCH 3rd - NY Climate Action Shabbat Service with Choir at 7:30pm
- SATURDAY, MARCH 4th - Torah Study ON ZOOM ONLY at 9:00am & Family Havdallah/Purim Carnival Set-up at 5:00pm
- SUNDAY, MARCH 5th - Kol Simcha Rehearsal at 9:00am at Temple Tikvah; Purim Carnival during Religious School at Temple Tikvah at 9:30am...Tikvah Tots are Invited; and Purim Spiel Rehearsal at Temple Judea at 1:00pm
- MONDAY, MARCH 6th - Purim Spiel at Temple Judea at 7:00pm
- TUESDAY, MARCH 7th - Sisterhood Board/General Meeting with Guest Speaker, Ramona Jones a Temple Member - Talking About Her Military Service at 7:30pm
- WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8th - Choir Rehearsal at 7:00pm
- THURSDAY, MARCH 9th - On the Marc Sports Talk at 4:00pm
- FRIDAY, MARCH 10th - Shabbat Service at 7:30pm
- SATURDAY, MARCH 11th - Torah Study (extended) In-person & on ZOOM from 9:30am - 11:00am
- SUNDAY, MARCH 12th - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS / Kol Simcha Rehearsal at Shelter Rock Jewish Center at 9:00am; Religious School at 9:30am; and Religious School Committee Meeting in The Beber Auditorium at 9:45am
- MONDAY, MARCH 13th - Pre-Passover Wine Sale Begins; Brotherhood Meeting at 7:00pm; and Passover Gems via ZOOM at 7:00pm
- TUESDAY, MARCH 14th - PI DAY / On the Marc Sports Talk’s 150th Episode at 4:00pm!
- WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15th - Choir Rehearsal at 7:00pm
- THURSDAY, MARCH 16th - Wise Aging at 11:00am
- FRIDAY, MARCH 17th - ST. PATRICK'S DAY / Family Shabbat Dinner at 5:45pm & Grade 4 Shabbat Family Service at 7:00pm
- SATURDAY, MARCH 18th - Torah Study ON ZOOM ONLY at 9:00am & Junior Congregation at 9:30am
- SUNDAY, MARCH 19th - Kol Simcha Rehearsal at Shelter Rock Jewish Center at 9:00am; Religious School at 9:30am; Social Action Meeting at 10:30am; and Commonpoint Queens Event at 12:15pm
- MONDAY, MARCH 20th - Executive Committee Meeting at 7:30pm
- TUESDAY, MARCH 21st - Writing Group at 7:30pm
- WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22nd - Choir Rehearsal at 7:00pm
- THURSDAY, MARCH 23rd - On the Marc Sports Talk at 4:00pm
- FRIDAY, MARCH 24th - Tikvah Tots at 6:30pm & Shabbat Service at 7:30pm
- SATURDAY, MARCH 25th - Torah Study ON ZOOM ONLY at 9:00am & Lunch and Learn at 12:00pm
- SUNDAY, MARCH 26th - Kol Simcha Rehearsal at Shelter Rock Jewish Center at 9:00am; Religious School at 9:30am; Parent Program with Cheryl Stern at 9:45am; and Sisterhood's Women's Seder in The Beber Auditorium at 12:15pm
- MONDAY, MARCH 27th - Evening Book Club at 7:30pm & Board of Trustees Meeting at 7:30pm
- WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29th - Choir Rehearsal at 7:00pm
- THURSDAY, MARCH 30th - On the Marc Sports Talk with Special Guest, Rob Nandin - A Former Minor League Baseball Player at 4:00pm
- FRIDAY, MARCH 31st - Shabbat Service with Choir at 7:30pm
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