A call to action - Temple Beth Israel

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KOL YISRAEL
TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL PURIM / PESACH edition
March 2014
Table of contents
President’s report - Refresh, refurbish and rebuild1
Rabbi Gersh Lazarow’s reflections - Building and beyond2
Temple Beth Israel (No. A0040666N)
76-82 Alma Road St Kilda / PO Box 128 St Kilda,
Vic 3182, Australia
T +613 9510 1488 F +613 9521 1229
info@tbi.org.au
tbi.org.au
Project Josiah - Our new website3
A call to action4
Our New Principal - Introducing Marc Light5
Rabbi Kim Ettlinger A gathering of 5000 Jews6
Publication of any/all material is at the discretion of the editor. Articles express the views
of the author, not the Temple Beth Israel Board of Governance. Articles in Kol Yisrael
may be reprinted but please acknowledge your source.
A wonderful learning experience
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TBI acknowledges that we are assembled on land whose traditional custodians are
the people of the Kulin Nation. TBI is proud to be affiliated with the Union for
Progressive Judaism.
Tikkun Olam in action
Rabbi Gersh Lazarow:
Rabbi Kim Ettlinger: Cantor Michel Laloum:
Rachel Wundheiler (Communications Coordinator): Jenny Schulman (Executive Assistant):
Rhonda Nirens (Lifecycle Coordinator):
Sarah Barzel (Membership Coordinator):
Aliza Factor (Administrative Assistant):
Sue Silver (Events Coordinator): Josh Nezon (TBI Fellow)
Sarah Edelstein (TBI Fellow)
gersh.lazarow@tbi.org.au
kim.ettlinger@tbi.org.au
michel.laloum@tbi.org.au
rachel.wundheiler@tbi.org.au jenny.schulman@tbi.org.au
rhonda.nirens@tbi.org.au
sarah.barzel@tbi.org.au
aliza.factor@tbi.org.au
sue.silver@tbi.org.au
josh.nezon@tbi.org.au
sarah.edelstein@tbi.org.au
History made for Jewish GLBTIQ in Melbourne
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A Kehillat Chesed
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TBI Board of Governance 2014
Robert Hershan (President)
Dorothy Graff (Vice President)
Robert Sward (Vice President)
Rebecca Silk (Secretary)
Jeffrey Leigh (Board Chair)
rhershan@iprimus.com.au
dorothy.m.graff@gmail.com
rob_sward@hotmail.com
rebeccasilk@bigpond.com
jleigh@questapartments.com.au
Cantor Michel Laloum - The dark and light of Purim9
Limmud12
Community Events
Smachot16
Michelle Lazarow’s Pesach Chocolate Nut Cake
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Bereavements18
B’nei Mitzvah
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Calendar20
Happy Snaps
Cover Art:
The refreshed logo symbolises the three cornerstones of TBI:
IMM PAST PRESIDENT
Sam Sharman
sam.sharman@bigpond.com
We are a house of prayer, learning and gathering.
Design artklass: jacqui@artklass.com.au
Editor
kolyisrael@tbi.org.au
Visit tbi.org.au
for a detailed explanation of each element of the logo.
tbi
Business
Breakfast
Wednesday 26 March, 7.30am-9am
GUEST SPEAKER
774 ABC Melbourne
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Donations14
BOARD MEMBERS
Victor Appelboom
vappelbo@bigpond.net.au
Jonathan Barnett
jonathan.barnett@gmail.com
Alain Grossbard
alain.grossbard@gmail.com
Kate Delbridge
katedelbridge@gmail.com
Judi Cohen
judi.cohen@carewithquality.com.au
Joanne Loewy Irons
jnloewy@hotmail.com
Rhys Roberts
robertsrhys@gmail.com
Roger Mendelson
rgm@mendelsons.com.au
Ron Aarons
paparon@optusnet.com.au
Rysia Rozen
rozenr@bigpond.com
Rafael Epstein
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76-82 Alma Rd, St Kilda
RSVP 03 9510 1488 or sue.silver@tbi.org.au
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PURIM/PESACH EDITION 2014
President’s report
Refresh, refurbish and rebuild
Over the Summer Rabbis Lazarow
and Ettlinger travelled to the US
where they attended the Union of
Reform Judaism biennial conference
and combined this with welldeserved holidays. They returned
refreshed and reinvigorated and I
know we are in for an exciting 2014.
TBI benefits when our team of clergy participate in
international conferences, engage with other clergy from
around our progressive world, and represent us on the
world stage of progressive Judaism and learning.
Our two new TBI Tamid fellows Sarah and Josh have
also returned from the conference and are now in
Melbourne. I am sure they will contribute greatly to
the further development of our youth programs and
the attractiveness of TBI to young families. Other
congregants and our board member Judi Cohen also
attended the conference and reportedly were greatly
enriched by the experience.
In the month our rabbis were away Cantor Laloum
did a remarkable job supporting our community. He
led wonderful services that were well attended over
the summer break. We held our second Volunteers’
Appreciation Shabbat on 14 December honouring our
choirs, leyners and educators. There were approximately
sixty people honoured and it was a most memorable
service. I’d like to also thank Rabbis Emeritus Levi and
Morgan who assisted Cantor Laloum during this period.
When I look back, 2013 was a wonderful year for TBI.
The transition of the senior rabbinic role was smooth
and we now look forward to Rabbi Lazarow’s induction
on 12 April, Shabbat HaGadol.
There is a great deal of building activity going on
as part of our program to refresh and refurbish our
facilities. The following projects have been largely
covered by the funds we raised from our Yom Kippur
Appeal. We are so grateful for the wonderful support
we have received from our community enabling
us to carry out these building improvements.
I want to thank all those that have volunteered at the
Sacred Heart mission over the summer holiday season.
The Mission is extremely grateful for the magnificent
support they have received from our progressive
community.
They would not have managed over summer without our
support. We have had over 170 volunteer days over the
45 day period and that is an average of four volunteers
per day. Thank you Reuben Urban for your leadership.
The TBI Midsumma Service at the end of January was
an incredible success. We received broad mainstream
media coverage including: 3AW, Joy FM, SBS Radio
News, Channel 31’s The Shtick, Herald Sun and the cover
of the local Leader Newspaper. As TBI was the first
Victorian Synagogue to celebrate the Midsumma Festival
we state loud and clear that progressive Jews believe in
creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
In partnership with Keshet we attracted a huge number
of both members and guests in support of the GLBTI
community.
I’d like to wish mazal tov to Marc Light, the TKDS new
principal. We are delighted a fellow TBI member has been
appointed to this role.
I hope to see you at our Purim Carnival and Spiel and
again over Pesach.
The President Robert Hershan, and the TBI Board
together with Rabbis Emeritus Dr John S. Levi and
Fred Morgan invite you to the induction of
Rabbi
Gersh
Lazarow
5-7.30pm
Saturday 12 April
You and your family are invited for
Havdallah service and cocktails
RSVP 1 April
03 9510 1488 for catering purposes
as Senior Rabbi
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Rabbi Gersh Lazarow’s reflections
Building and beyond
Mark Twain once noted
“history doesn’t repeat itself
but it does rhyme”.
Through learning the lessons of the
past we gain a clearer understanding
of the present and a stronger
foundation from which to build for
the future.
This was certainly our hope when Temple Beth Israel’s
building committee, led by Sam Sharman, outlined the
plans for Project Josiah to our Board of Governance
some months ago.
Josiah was a young Judean King who early in his reign
announced plans to renovate and restore the ancient
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Temple in Jerusalem. In tackling many grand projects
simultaneously, he unified the people around a single
focus. This approach was arguably the catalyst for
one of the greatest cultural and religious revivals in
Jewish history.
While our plans are not nearly as bold as King Josiah’s,
in his spirit we have developed a scope of works that are
designed so TBI will once again meet the changing needs
of our modern community.
The first three stages of this project began last year and
include the renewal of our current office entrance space,
the enhancement and upgrade to the Friedlander Bet
Midrash and Cultural Centre and the reorganisation of
our storage and archiving spaces.
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The installation of new phone and computer systems and
upgrades to our software, equips us with the necessary
tools to communicate with, and support our growing
community more effectively.
Thanks to the generous support of our community
through the Progressive Jewish Cultural Fund, we
have added a state-of-the-art multimedia system
into the Friedlander Bet Midrash. The space has been
reconfigured so that it not only functions as a wonderful
secondary prayer space, but it now serves as the ideal
venue for cultural and education events. The Friedlander
has been permanently closed off from the main
Sanctuary to enable best use of both spaces.
The growing interest in our library collection has led to
the creation of a “Reading Room” in the upstairs foyer.
These new spaces are bright, warm and welcoming, and
well worth a visit.
Aside from the obvious changes in the public areas of the
Synagogue there has also been significant restoration
of the old “Temple House” to open up spaces that were
previously reserved for storage and archiving. These
new spaces, which now open off the “Reading Room”
and upstairs foyer, have allowed us to create a new office
and meeting room for Netzer and a wonderful new
boardroom that can be used for meetings and classes.
As our carpet was laid some 30 years ago and was in
desperate need of replacement we have begun the
process of laying new carpet throughout the building.
We have replaced it in the administrative entrance and
office space, and in coming weeks we will lay new carpet
in the Friedlander, the Synagogue and Slome Hall. The
new carpet has been selected for its durability and to
complement our existing fixtures and fittings while
simultaneously refreshing our entire building.
Regular visitors have noticed that our Bimah, which
was also constructed nearly 30 years, is ageing and in
desperate need of work to ensure that it is accessible
to our entire congregation. Thankfully our building
committee, with the support of architect Monica
Roberts, has overseen the design of a more functional
Bimah which will include new ramps, balustrades and
seating. Our hope is that our refurbished Bimah will
not only ensure our services are accessible but that the
Sanctuary continues to be an inspiring and engaging
space for all.
After Purim we embark on two of the largest and
hopefully most significant stages of our renovation. The
first will be the creation of an Educational Centre in the
spaces previously occupied by Netzer. The Education
Centre will comprise of four purpose-built classrooms for
TBI Tamid classes, Netzer activities and a range of new
educational programs and initiatives.
The final stage of Project Josiah involves the installation
of new sound and video streaming systems. This is
an ambitious, yet vital initiative brought about by the
following: a growing congregation, a full schedule of
musical events, an increase in the number and type
of services, and the desire to provide our children
with an interactive, dynamic and stimulating learning
experience.
We are now securing TBI’s foundations so we can
provide all our members, visitors and friends with a
more pleasurable, memorable and spiritually fulfilling
experience by Pesach.
Now and always we welcome you to stroll through the
building, enjoy the spaces and participate in services.
Our new website
tbi.org.au
“Project Josiah’, is our plan to develop a scope of works
designed so Temple Beth Israel will once again meet the
changing needs of our modern community.
In line with the recent changes to our building, the
installation of new computer hardware and software
and the branding refresh, we recently rebuilt our
website tbi.org.au
The new website is easy to navigate, with more
information and functions than it had previously.
In the coming months we will roll out the next stage of
our website redevelopment which will allow members,
among other things, to renew membership, RSVP
to events, download services and t’fillot. We are
simultaneously updating our facebook page and
moving to a facebook organisation page.
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A call to action
ABOVE left: Gary Samowitz and Lisa Buchner with the Sudanese leaders at Parliament House in Victoria, 2013. ABOVE RIGHT: Jewish Aid Run for Change.
It is surely not by chance that the most frequently
repeated verse in the Torah is that “you were slaves in the
Land of Egypt”. The very core of our tradition - the story
of our liberation from Egyptian slavery which we are
celebrating - is a story about freedom and liberation.
We are very lucky to live in a free country, but there are
many in the world who do not enjoy such freedoms and
who are experiencing harsh persecution. Many of these
people are strangers who we will never know so why
should we care about them?
Rabbi Jonathan Sacks explains: “Because you once stood
where he stands now. You know the heart of the stranger
because you were once a stranger in the land of Egypt.
If you are human, so is he. If he is less than human, so are
you. G-d made you into the world’s archetypal strangers
so that you would fight for the rights of strangers.”
Inspired by this exhortation to embrace the stranger and
show compassion towards them, Jewish Aid Australia
has been working closely with a group of newly arrived
refugees from Darfur and the Nuba Mountains, two
areas of Sudan that were decimated by the war. We
started building the relationship with them eight years
ago with monthly picnics and outings, and today we have
homework clubs, women’s groups, holiday programs and
offer a one on one mentoring program called Encounters.
Every week over 65 Jewish Aid volunteers in Sydney and
Melbourne work in one of our six programs with the aim
of empowering the refugees to build their capacity and
learn about Australian society. By building long term
friendships, providing skills training and making the
Sudanese feel welcome, we believe we are taking positive
steps towards their integration and success in this lucky
country. To paraphrase the Torah: “Welcome the refugees
because you were refugees in the land of Australia.”
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Over the next few weeks we will sing about how we were
slaves in Egypt and will discuss how important freedom
is; we will commemorate the Holocaust on Yom Hashoah
and proclaim that Never Again should a situation occur
where a group of people are murdered purely based on
their ethnicity or religion. We do not remember our
exodus from Egypt and our suffering at the hands of the
Nazis just for the sake of it. Remembering for the sake
of remembering is worthless! We remember so that we
can learn from the past to ensure that injustices are not
repeated, both to the Jewish people, and others. Others
who might be complete strangers.
Are we indifferent to the suffering that has engulfed
Syria over the last two years? Are we bystanders who are
allowing our government to dehumanise and degrade
asylum seekers? Do we feel desensitised when we hear
that 2 million children are exploited every year in the
global commercial sex trade?
At our seders this year let’s perhaps spend a few minutes
talking about how we are going to help others get out
of slavery. Pirkei Avot encourages us to get started by
emphasising that “it is not upon you to finish the work,
but neither are you free to desist from it”.
Elie Wiesel made a solemn pledge which we should
take heed of: “I swear never to be silent whenever,
and wherever human beings endure suffering and
humiliation. We must always take sides. Neutrality helps
the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the
tormentor, never the tormented.”
GARY SAMOWITZ, CEO Jewish Aid Australia
jewishaid.org.au
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Introducing...
Our new principal
Marc Light with his son Daniel
at his barmitzvah at TBI.
Our new TBI staff
Following an extensive
search, both nationally and
internationally, attracting
applications from the United
States of America, United
Kingdom, South Africa,
Israel and Australia, The King
David School has appointed
Mr Marc Light as Principal
of The King David School,
commencing Term 2, 2014.
Marc’s previous role was as
Assistant Principal - Curriculum at Bialik College where
he worked for the past 4 years and prior to that spent 5
years at Mount Scopus Memorial College. Marc is highly
regarded globally as a strong Jewish Educator.
Having attended The King David School in his primary
schooling, Marc is the first alumnus to become Principal
of a Jewish School in Melbourne.
Mark Harrison, President School Council says “This is
an exciting time in the history of The King David School.
After seven months and an extensive global search, we
are delighted to have found a candidate of this calibre on
our doorstep”.
Marc Light says “The School has grown into an
outstanding educational institution under the
leadership of Michele Bernshaw and I feel privileged
to inherit the responsibility of leading The King David
School into this next exciting chapter of its history.”
TBI is delighted that one of our members has been
appointed to this role. We wish him mazal tov
and behatzlacha.
Sarah Barzel
Membership Coordinator
The new role of Membership
Coordinator recognises the
importance of supporting our
members. Through her current
involvement in the Courage to Care
program and the TBI Book Club,
Sarah Barzel will be a familiar face to many of you.
Sarah comes to us with a wealth of experience in
community engagement and looks forward to being the
key point of contact for our membership.
Over the coming months Sarah hopes to engage with as
many of our community as possible so please introduce
yourself when the opportunity arises.
Sarah can be contacted on sarah.barzel@tbi.org.au
Fiona Zlotnik
Administrative Assistant
This new administrative assistant
role supports TBI’s growing
Community Relations Team. Our
new administrative assistant joins
Rachel Wundheiler, Community
Relations Manager, Sue Silver,
Events Coordinator and Sarah Barzel, Membership
Coordinator.
Recently graduated from university, Fiona has
a background in retail, customer service and
administrative duties. Fiona has worked for the
National Council of Jewish Women and is excited to
work for a progressive Jewish organisation where she
can learn, and develop her skills.
Fiona can be contacted on fiona.zlotnik@tbi.org.au
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Rabbi Kim Ettlinger
A gathering of 5000 Jews
Imagine 5000 reform Jews
congregating to pray, talk, learn,
eat, experience, teach, schmooze
in Southern California at the San
Diego Convention Centre. Rabbis,
cantors, children, teens, lay leaders,
presidents of congregations and
organisations and members of
boards. People who love music – those who could sing
and those who couldn’t. Those who knew a little and
those who knew a lot.
The most prominent Jewish musicians from across
North America and Israel were in attendance. And
the most prominent Jewish scholars from different
movements, such as Lord Rabbi Jonathan Sacks and
politicians such as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
and Ruth Caulderon from Israel. Past and current leaders
of the Progressive Jewish world were present. The future
leaders too, our youth, played a central part.
Rabbi Jacobs said of our youth: “An essential piece
of rebooting this system will be to attract, train, and
retain a new generation of well-educated, innovative
youth professionals. We must reboot, not just retool,
transform, not just tinker. Toward that end, we need
massive doses of investment.” The URJ is investing
millions into our youth. We at Temple Beth Israel are
investing in our youth with the arrival of our fellows
Josh and Sarah.
It was magical, it was vibrant, it was youthful yet it had
a strong sense and respect for the past. I use words
to describe this experience, yet there are no words to
describe the URJ Biennial. I feel blessed to have been
there with Rabbi Lazarow, Judi and Tammy Cohen, Leya
Snider, our two new fellows Sarah Edelstein and Josh
Nezon as well as TBI member Phyllis Dorey.
The highlight of the Biennial always, is Shabbat. Erev
Shabbat services and Shabbat morning with 5000 of
your closest friends is inspiring. It is hard to imagine
that this number of people in a convention centre could
be intimate, but it was. When it comes to singing Mi
Chamocha, the crossing of the Red Sea, congregants
spontaneously rose and began to dance like Miriam
and Moses did as they crossed the Red Sea with joy and
laughter. When it came to reciting the Shema, the power
of so many voices as one lifting together and uttering
Shema Yisrael Adonai Eloheinu Adonai Echad truly
brought us all closer to God. And, on Shabbat morning
there wasn’t just one Torah to gather around on the main
bimah, but another 10 “Torah Bimahot” around the
congregation for people to read from.
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Rabbi Lazarow
and I were blessed to be called to Torah as
alumnus of Hebrew Union College. We were close to
Torah and we recited the blessing and heard Torah read.
Eleven Sifrei Torah were read simultaneously.
We truly felt that we are one community.
The convention began on Wednesday and ended Sunday
morning. There were difference tracks from Synagogue
Management to Youth Engagement, to Rabbinic Focus,
to Fundraising, to Music. There was a track for every
mind, heart and soul. And, one could switch between
them. Sessions began at 7am and ended at 10pm with a
Jewish music concert. It was revitalising and exhausting
all at the same time.
The focus for this URJ was Youth Engagement. Since the
last Biennial, the URJ has focused its energies learning
and understanding the youth of today and the future.
Who are ‘Millenials’ (people who are aged between 13
and 31) and what do they want?
The URJ President, Rabbi Rick Jacobs gave the key note
address and provided the vision and challenges for the
Progressive/Reform Movement. We need to change the
way we think about membership, youth, Jewish identity,
prayer, music, and the list goes on. Our movement
should continue to evolve.
In some ways we at TBI have kept up, but in some ways,
we have not. You will hear me and Rabbi Lazarow speak
and teach about the things we have learnt. You will
hear the board and committees develop new programs
and strategies over time that are initiatives from the
Biennial. Some things will work and will be amazing,
some will not. Better we move forward and know than to
not try at all. We have the energy and we will keep trying
and experimenting until we find what works for the
TBI Community.
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A wonderful learning experience
I have a confession to make - or two.
It’s possible that I learned as much
about TBI by going to the biennial,
as I did about what’s happening in
the URJ. You might think that a bit
strange, but as a first timer at such an
event I gained a better understanding
of what we do and why we do it.
This report can’t do justice to the amazing speakers I
heard, ideas that I was exposed to or the music that
uplifted me. The energy of 5000 voices, 5000 minds and
5000 amazing people.
Let’s start with this perhaps
obvious observation, that our
synagogue isn’t just a place
for people to come and pray!
In fact there are many,
many Jews who don’t
want or need the
synagogue to pray in.
Each person needs
something different.
It may be a place to
help others- do some
volunteering- a place
to meet others with
similar interests - a place
to go to mark the death of a loved one- a
place to feel important- a place to have a friend- a place
to celebrate a milestone. Here’s a BIG IDEA for you- the
synagogue provides the platforms and portals for finding
meaning (internal) and purpose (external) of your life.
Maybe the shul is actually a life cycle service station. And
maybe that’s OK. There is something about being Jewish
that makes people come back. They are tethered. They
are tethered to some BIG IDEA that is different for each
one - but in the same way it keeps drawing them back.
Who am I talking about here? Everyone. Those who
attend all the time, those who are here some of the time
and especially the ones we call ‘once a year Jews’. Well,
you know what I learnt? They really aren’t once a year
Jews - they come at Yom Tov, they attend for Yahrtzeits,
for their kid’s Bar Mitzvahs, their friends’ weddings. They
come back - and we shouldn’t judge them or call them
‘once a year Jews’, because they are not.
By offering alternative platforms or portals for them
in their quest to find meaning and purpose - the more
they will come. We are now doing this at TBI - book
club, alternative services, singing groups, kids programs,
friendship club, Rosh Chodesh, movie nights, the list
goes on. We need to be conscious however that changes
in the needs of our members means we must respond
and adapt where necessary.
The eras of Judaism can be viewed as:
• Judaism 1.0 - the era of the prophets
• Judaism 2.0 - the time of the
temple and the priests
• Judaism 3.0 - 70 CE Eastern Europethe era of the Rabbi, the Cantor, shul,
yiddish, art, music, and literature
• Judaism 4.0 - The Shoah- Jews scattering
throughout the world, creating the
institutions of today leading to a
renaissance of music, art and literature
We are now on the threshold of Judaism 5.0 - this
Judaism is the era of technology. The high energy, high
emotion, song leading crowd are on their way. The clear
message for those who find this strange or unacceptable
is don’t judge, rather, build a bridge.
We have to get comfortable with our discomfort.
The idea of a black lesbian female pregnant rabbi was
unimaginable 40 or 50 years ago. In the US today it is a
simple reality.
My other confession is that the music of reform Judaism,
of the camps and songleaders of America- of Debbie
Freidman, Josh Nelson and Dan Nichols - have swept me
off my feet.
Neshama Carlebach, a leading superstar in Jewish
entertainment, and daughter of Orthodox Rabbi Shlomo
Carlebach who revolutionised Jewish music in the latter
half of last century, announced at the URJ Biennial at
a concert she performed with Josh Nelson that she is
‘making Aliyah to reform Judaism’.
We are on the verge of a new era of Judaism in Australia
too and we at TBI have to lead that generational change.
I encourage you listen to Gersh’s interview as he spoke to
Joy FM. http://joy.org.au/spiritlounge/?p=553
Generational change isn’t just about our building, it’s
about every aspect of our Shul. Don’t be scared of the
technology of the young. Don’t be scared of change.
We must provide a place for the internal and the external
- the platforms and portals to help our community find
meaning and purpose. Understand that it’s not about
where you are, it’s about the community that’s there
with you.
Judi Cohen, TBI Board Member
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Tikkun Olam in action
Every day of the year Sacred Heart Mission produces 300-400 meals for the homeless, the destitute,
those who have fallen upon hard times and lonely souls who are seeking some companionship.
Throughout the year, every day, about 24 volunteers
come to prepare the food, serve it and then clean up over
a five hour shift.
Every year many of the regular volunteers take some
well-deserved time to holiday with their families.
For that holiday period, an army of fresh volunteers heed
the call for help to continue with the amazing non-stop
work for which SHM is so well known in our community.
TBI which has been involved in providing such volunteers
for many years has been expanding its volunteer base
and now the volunteers function under the banner of
Progressive Judaism Victoria (PJV). Joining them are
also many non-affiliated volunteers who are friends or
colleagues of PJV members.
This year 90 volunteers filled 166 shifts between Boxing
Day and 8 February. There are many who become so
involved and passionate about the work and the effect on
the clients that they volunteer many times – up to seven
times over that period.
Two PJV members give their
views of the experience below.
Thanks must go to everyone who
has volunteered time and energy
to make this program more
successful each year.
Reuban Urban,
Volunteer Coordinator Sacred Heart Mission PJV roster
Reflections on being a Sacred Heart Mission volunteer
“During January I volunteered again alongside many
other Kedem and PJV congregants. Several years ago I
remember being profoundly moved by the experience.
As a social worker with many years in mental health
I was surprised how powerful and humbling the
experience was.
We all decide to offer our services in different ways.
Looking at the hundreds of people who received
Sacred Heart’s services that day, my mind travelled
quite a distance.
I was surprised by the diversity in ages, gender,
ethnicity and circumstance.
“During the last two Fridays I have once again had
the pleasure of assisting at the Sacred Heart Mission in
St Kilda.
I am fortunate in having come from a privileged
background and my late parents instilled in my brothers
and I, a right to give back to the community in whatever
field we chose. Working at Sacred Heart is a small task
but a rewarding task and an opportunity to experience
how many in our local community are struggling to make
ends meet.
On the first Friday of my rostered duties I had the
opportunity to meet with Jill Richardson, the Program
Coordinator for Sacred Heart. I took the opportunity
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I thought about my father, a Holocaust survivor,
who spoke with such respect and appreciation of the
people and organisations in his life who had opened
their hearts and resources at the times of his greatest
need. And I thought about the many other refugees
from many countries who, shamefully, are being
turned away from our bountiful borders.
I was probably the most tired I have been for a very
long time after that shift. But I was also the most
satisfied.”
Deb Absler
as President of PJV to thank her for allowing us
to participate. She was full of praise for PJV and
its volunteers and was amazed at the professional
organisation of Reuben Urban which has made her task
over this six week period much easier.
On a personal level I have developed skills completely
alien to my personality. I can wash dishes, peel and chop
carrots and mop floors with the best of them.
I am available for hire as long as it does not clash
with meetings.”
Brian Samuel
PJV President
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Cantor Michel Laloum
The dark and light of Purim
The most fun, and child-oriented
holiday in the Jewish calendar is
ironically also the darkest and most
sexual and violent of Tanach stories.
Megillat Esther which along with
Megillat Ruth, are the only two
books of the Bible to bear a woman’s
name. Purim might be considered an
historical fiction yet the recurring theme of genocide is
all too real throughout history.
Is Purim about the hidden or the revealed? Or the use or
abuse of power? About celebration or commemoration?
About the rights of women and of Jews? Is this a serious
holiday about existential threats or a frivolous festival for
children and celebration?
Purim is all of these and more! While costumes, spiels
and drinking may bring light to the festivities, our gifts
to each other and the poor reflect themes of mutual
responsibility and community. On Purim we hear de
gantze megillah ‘the whole of the story/megillah’, we
have a festive seudat mitzvah, give charity or matanot
la’evyonim, and give mishloach manot to friends. We
drown out Haman’s name as we both remember and
try to eradicate the source of persecution, while also
celebrating Esther and Vashti’s leading roles in the story.
The story begins when Queen Vashti is banished for
refusing to entertain the king’s guests, and Esther is
chosen to be the new queen. Haman, the evil courtier,
gets promoted to grand vizier, but Mordechai, Esther’s
uncle, refuses to bow down to him.
Haman decides to take revenge on Mordechai and the
Jews. He convinces King Ahashverosh to massacre the
Jews throughout the kingdom. Purim means “lots”
because Haman picked lots to decide precisely when to
kill the Jews. Mordechai and Esther devise a plan to foil
Haman’s evil plot. Esther courageously invites the king
to a party in Haman’s honour and then reveals that she
is Jewish, and pleads for the life of her people. Haman is
hanged, and the Jews are saved.
Purim reminds us of the periodic desire to eradicate
Jews throughout history. Haman, is an historical
manifestation of the biblical Amalek, who hates the Jews
for no other reason than “sinat chinam” - hatred without
reason. This reality has unfortunately been revisited
upon us by more recent figures such as Hitler, and even
contemporary figures such as Ahmadinejad in modern
Iran (formally Persia).
Purim celebrates the powers of light and goodness
vanquishing the darker forces of evil, and yet also
recognises that light and darkness are interwoven and
necessary counterparts of one another.
Today we celebrate Purim at TBI, with fancy dress, the
carnival and the fun of the Purim Spiel according to
the BEATLES (think of the melody of yesterday ... but
the words will be “Esther-day”…), and yet in amongst
all of the fun is also the reading of the megillah and the
recognition that while we enjoy the celebration we also
remain ever-vigilant against persecution. We must be
realists, but should never lose the perspective of our
children in their capacity to perceive the endless wonders
of creation and the hope and optimism of life!
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History made for
Jewish GLBTIQ in Melbourne
Many years ago, I created the saying that something is
truly powerful and comes from one’s soul when a person
feels like they are floating on clouds while simultaneously
having the strength to body-slam Andre the Giant.
politicians, David Southwick, MLA Caulfield and Clem
Newton-Brown MLA Prahran were in attendance.
Both Clem (a nice Catholic boy) and David stayed
for the service.
I recently had one of those powerful moments.
So many Jewish and GLBT friends were there. Some
had come especially and missed their usual Friday night
service elsewhere. I am extremely moved my dear friend
Mandy and her partner were there. For Mandy’s nonJewish partner, it was his first ever Jewish service – well,
always an experience. That Mandy attended was very
special for 2 reasons: one being Mandy helped to achieve
greater connection between my family and me a few
years ago. The other, hold that thought...
This story starts way back in October 1978, when I
was barmitzvahed at Temple Beth Israel. Obviously,
back then, I didn’t know what I know about myself
now. I knew at that point there was “something going
on re gender” but couldn’t explain or understand it. I
remember being very nervous that day and someone
going off to get peppermint tic-tacs. I remember Rabbi
John Levi pulling a pocket compass out and saying that I
would find my direction in life. And I remember the party
in our back yard and that the weather was a perfect 25C
for a week for the visiting relatives from England, Texas
and elsewhere.
I also remember feeling a little strange and not
understanding why at the time. With hindsight, I now
know why. A ritual that was about my coming of age
as a man wasn’t really going to cut it for this person.
I’ve written in Tiffany Jones and Luke Gahan’s
pioneering Australian book “Heaven Bent,” published last
October about my experience re religion and spirituality.
Now there needs to be an addendum. The compass
mentioned by Rabbi Levi has honed in more finely on my
true direction i.e. being closer to my soul.
Ever since I was contacted by Jonathan Barnett of
Keshet, to say this service was happening, I felt incredibly
excited on many levels. I had only been back to TBI twice
since that day in 1978. I actually read from the Torah for
2 weeks in a row. The first week I read the final passage
from Deuteronomy, the next week was the opening
words of Genesis. The week after was the barmitzvah for
my best mate at Sunday school.
Apart from weddings and funerals, I have not been to a
formal shul service since then.
35 years ... Until a few weeks ago. Like the opening words
of Genesis at the time of Simchat Torah, I began again.
Everyone had a sense of, in the words of Gorilla
Monsoon, “history made” as we gathered for preservice wine, cheese and nibblies. It sure as heaven was
historical. I rang my mum from the TBI grounds just
before everyone arrived in excitement. A 90-year old
Jewish gay man was in attendance – how awesome.
I would love to meet and talk with him. Two state
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The service was just right. It went for an hour in length,
with respect for all, humour and acoustic guitar music.
This kosher bisexual transgender cowgirl found that last
bit highly acceptable.
And then came my turn to give a short reading. No
nerves this time. I deliberately took time to pause and
smile before reading and did so at the end too. The smile
was on my face the next morning.
The Rabbi’s address at the end of the service was
beautiful. I feel more connected within myself after
that night. I hope that connectedness within me can
radiate outwards in helping my efforts to ensure GLBTI
people, Jewish or otherwise, feel more connected within
themselves and more connected to their community.
Something says this was the Bat Mitzvah (coming of age
ritual for a Jewish woman) I had thought about but had
never had... until now. Completeness.
As someone who works better with quiet thought, the
saying “my temple is within” is one that works for me.
I may or may not ever go to another shul service again.
That’s not the point. To know I am part of a community
where I am welcomed is the point. We can only have too
much of that in our lives.
And last...take that earlier thought off hold. For me,
this was the first time I had voluntarily attended a shul
service in 48 years of living. For others, including Mandy,
it was the same or similar e.g. their attendance was for
weddings etc – sort of semi-voluntary.
That night, the fact we all went voluntarily, comfortably,
proudly and happily to shul perhaps says it all.
Sally Goldner
salgoldsaidso.blogspot.com.au
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A Kehillat Chesed: A caring congregation of support and inclusion
It is not good for a person to be alone (Genesis 2:18)
All too often we find ourselves isolated. In times
of greatest need we may need support but be cut
off from community. How can Temple Beth Israel
create an environment in which each and every
individual is noticed, understood, cared for and
supported in times of pain as well as in joy?
In developing and expanding our “Caring Community”
TBI is modelling a way of life which underscores
the power of creating ‘sacred relationships’,
among all the members of our congregation.
Through our Caring Community, we open our
hearts, minds and spirits, and affirm the Jewish
values that link generation to generation.
TBI currently has many activities
to support our community:
Stans Shmooze – first Tuesday of every month
1:30-3pm. An opportunity to discuss current
events with Stan Marks facilitating.
Friendship club - first Wednesday of every
month 11am-2pm. Share music, entertainment,
good food and good company with friends
from TBI and the wider community.
Drop in and Chat group – Second and fourth
Wednesday of every month 10:30am12:30pm. Come in and share good company
and a cup of tea with like-minded friends.
TBI Book club –Alternating Wednesday and
Thursday nights every month throughout the year.
Join in reading, exploring and discussing books
you might otherwise never have thought to read.
Facilitated by Sarah Barzel, a fun and vibrant group
with great wine, cheese and of course…books!
Jewish Care Holocaust Survivors Program
English speaking– Monday 12-3pm. A program
that offers survivors the opportunity to
socialise, be entertained and informed.
Jewish Care Holocaust Survivors Program
Russian speaking – Monday 11am-2pm. A
program that offers survivors the opportunity
to socialise, be entertained and informed.
Ruach community choir – Rehearses on the third
Tuesday night of each month from 6-8pm, and
officiates at the 3rd Friday night and 3rd Saturday
morning of every month. You do not need to read
music or be a trained singer – just contact Cantor
Michel Laloum on 9510 1488 and join us as we
celebrate the beauty of our musical tradition!
TBI cares about our members
Our community cares about you.
We want to know what is happening in your life. Let us know how we can support you and celebrate with you. Our clergy are
committed to providing pastoral guidance and support through the joys and struggles of life’s journey.
If there is a life cycle event you would like to share with us contact Rhonda Nirens on rhonda.nirens@tbi.org.au or 03 9510 1488.
Help us to be present and responsive for you and your family.
TBI Family Second Seder
Tuesday 15 April 6pm
Bring your family to a seder led by Rabbi
Gersh and Michelle Lazarow and TBI fellows
Josh and Sarah. A great night of community
fun and participation with delicious catered
dinner, drinks and all the classic fare.
Cost: Adult $50 members / $65 non members.
Children under 13 yrs $23. Young TBI $40.
Concessions available on request.
There is a non-refundable fee per person
by Monday 7 April. Contact Sue Silver on
03 9510 1488.
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Limmud
On Sunday
Pesach Workshop
Dates: 23, 30 March
Presenter: Rabbi Gersh Lazarow
Pesach is a holiday built around food, song, and
storytelling. Join Rabbi Gersh Lazarow in this two-part
series to explore the symbolism and ritual of this holiday
of freedom. Along the way, you will be sure to pick up
more than a few creative suggestions to make your
family’s celebration meaningful and accessible (and even
learn how to make your own matzah!).
Remembering Yom Hazikaron
How collective memory affects our personal identity
Date: 4 May
Presenter: Nadav Shachamon
Remembering Yom Hazikaron - Each year, before we
celebrate Israel’s day of Independence, we pause to reflect
on those whose lives have been lost in the creation and
protection of this nation. Join Nadav Shachmon, our
PJV community shaliach, to explore the origins and
meaning of Yom Hazikaron, Israel’s national day of
remembrance.
CELEBRATing Yom Ha’atzmaut
The journey to independence
Date: 11 May
Presenter: Nadav Shachamon
Celebrating Yom Ha’Atzmaut - Israel is a small country
that knows how to throw a big party, and Yom
Ha’Atzmaut is no exception. Bringing us a taste of this
incredible day of celebration is Nadav Shachmon, our
PJV community shaliach. We invite you to join us in
learning about the history and ritual surrounding Israel’s
Day of Independence.
On Tuesday
Introduction to Judaism at 7.30pm
Introduction to Judaism is a two-semester course for
those seriously interested in confirming their place
among the Jewish people with a foundation level course
of study covering Jewish source literature, history,
customs and how to pursue a Jewish lifestyle. For those
studying with a view to becoming Jewish by choice,
the level of instruction is aimed at students with little or
no formal learning in Jewish tradition. Individuals and
partnered couples make for a mixed and
interesting group.
Introduction to Judaism meets at TBI most Tuesday
evenings through the year. There are two intake points
for the course each year - late Jan/early Feb and late July.
Parashat Hashavua at 7.30PM
Exploring the Parashat of the week. Meetings take place
in the Friedlander Bet Midrash. All welcome.
On Thursday
Aleph Isn’t Tough
Beginner Hebrew classes with Karen Rosauer. Conducted
as a weekly series of 10 one-hour sessions held on
Thursday’s. This course is offered twice yearly.
Aleph Isn’t Enough
Intermediate Hebrew classes with Albert Bentata.
Conducted as a series of 10 one-hour sessions. This
course assumes you have an understanding of Hebrew
word structures and an elementary vocabulary of key
prayer terms. It builds on the fundamentals to establish
a more comprehensive understanding. This course is
offered twice yearly.
Tav is for Torah
Advanced Hebrew classes with Albert Bentata. This 10
week course is designed for people who are comfortable
with Siddur Hebrew.
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Community Events
DROP IN AND CHAT / KNITTING CIRCLE
2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month
10.30am - 12.30pm
For those who are sixty and over, looking for a couple
of hours of companionship in a very low key relaxed
atmosphere. $2 to cover costs, includes tea, coffee,
biscuits. New people always welcome.
MEN’S GROUP
On the 3rd Sunday of the month at 8pm in private
homes. Contact Albert Bentata at 9555 2527
LIVING WITH DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP
24 Mar, 12 May, 23 Jun, 7.30-9pm in the
Friedlander Bet Midrash
A Jewish support group for family carers of a person with
dementia. Please bring any questions or topics you would
like to discuss.
STAN’S SHMOOZE-MAKING NEWS
WITH THE LATEST VIEWS
On the 1st Tuesday of each month 1.30pm – 3pm
Well known journalist, author and humorist,
Stan Marks, runs monthly News and Views sessions.
These cover all recent local, national and international
news on a diversity of topics and the reasons for being
optimistic or sceptical of current events. All laced with
Stan Marks’ engaging humour and a touch of gossip.
All senior members, especially the young at heart are
welcome!
RUACH COMMUNITY CHOIR
Ruach Community Choir sings on the 3rd Shabbat
of every month from 6.15pm - 7.45pm.
Everyone is welcome.
TBI CHOIR
TBI Choir sings on the 4th Shabbat of every month
We are always looking for new choristers. If you’d like to
express yourself vocally contact Cantor Michel Laloum
at TBI.
TBI BOOK CLUB
Monthly on Thursdays at 7.30pm. Facilitated by
Rhonda Nirens, this gathering has grown and is now a
very popular and regular event at TBI. New members
always welcome. Next meeting 20 March.
TBI COMMUNITY DINNER
This successful event occurs the first Friday of each
month. Please feel free to invite your friends and family
and bring a vegetarian dish to share. Please contact the
TBI office for more information.
GESHER
Occurs 2nd Saturday of every month at 9.45am
in the Friedlander Bet Midrash. Intimate service led by
lay members.
SHABBAT MISHPACHA
Occurs 2nd Saturday of every month at 9am in the
main Sanctuary. Geared to pre-schoolers and their
families, come and celebrate Shabbat with your children
through songs, stories, and fun. Join other young
families in a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
SHABBAT B’YACHAD FAMILY SERVICE
Join us for a Shabbat Service at 6.15pm specifically
for primary school aged children and pre- and post- B’nai
Mitzvah students. The services include songs, stories and
regular Shabbat Service elements with participation from
your children and Netzer.
SHABBAT SHIRA
6 Dec, 3 Jan and 7 Feb at 6.15pm
Run in conjunction with Shabbat B’yachad, Shabbat
Shira is an alternative minyan - an intimate, musical,
interactive service held in the Friedlander Bet Midrash.
ROSH CHODESH GROUP
6 Apr, 4 May, 1 Jun and 29 Jun at 7.30pm
Led by Rabbi Kim Ettlinger
We would like to extend a warm invitation to all women
to come along and join a lovely group to meet, chat, learn
and celebrate the monthly new moon as so many women
in our tradition have done before us. Call the office
for location.
TBI FRIENDSHIP CLUB
1st Wednesday of each month
For the 55’s and over, sit, chat and listen to music - lunch
is served at 11.45am. $10 entry includes lunch.
For more information on events , please contact the TBI office 03 9510 1488 (unless otherwise specified)
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Donations
There are countless ways
you can help our community
Please consider:
• Promoting a TBI event by allowing a billboard to be
placed outside your property if you live on a main road
• Sponsoring a Kiddush or an edition of
Kol Yisrael to celebrate a loved one
• Volunteering your time
Please contact info@tbi.org.au
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• Mr Laurence & Mrs Anne Sharpe • Ms Susan Silberberg • Mr Leslie
Sive • Mr Neil & Mrs Kerri Slonim • Mr Graeme & Mrs Chris Smith •
Dr Norman & Dr Sue Sonenberg • sundry • Mr Tevita & Mrs Barbara
Tauelangi • Mr Luke & Mrs Joanna Wajsbrem
On behalf of the Rabbis, Cantor and the Board of Governance
we thank our generous donors for their thoughtfulness
and kindness in supporting all that we do at TBI.
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Mazal tov
Smachot
On behalf of the Rabbis, Cantor and the Board of Governance we offer a hearty
mazal tov to the following members on the occasion of their simcha:
BIRTHS: 11 Oct 13 – 31 Jan 14
MEMBER BIRTHDAYS: 1 Feb 14 – 30 Jun 14
•Jasmine Leigh – baby girl to Jeffrey and Danielle Leigh
•Lily Mahemoff – baby girl to Jonathan and
“Milestone” is defined as an anniversary ending in 5
or 0 from 25 to 85 and then after 85 every year.
Fairlie Mahemoff
•Ezra Nirens-Grey – baby boy to Jordy Nirens and
Matthew Grey
ENGAGEMENTS: 11 Oct 13 – 31 Jan 14
•Masha Lezaic and Eugeny Vizelman
•Josh Fast and Felicity Rhodes
WEDDINGS: 11 Oct 2013 – 9 MAR 14
•January 26 – Gali Lenko and Simon Schenkel
•February 9 – Ophelia Erhlich and Yair Frid
•February 9 – Amy Marin and Deborah Zaks
•March 2 – Patrick Gorr and Hannah Neven
•March 9 – Ashley Singer & Lisa Rosenfeld
WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES: 1 Feb 14 – 30 Jun 14
“Milestone” is defined as an anniversary ending in 5
or 0 from 25 to 85 and then after 85 every year.
•Mrs Dorothy Bihary • Mr Geoffrey Blick & Ms Lorraine
Weiner • Mr Joe & Mrs Helen Chakman • Mr David & Mrs
Pixie Cohen • Mr Leon & Mrs Gaby Cohen • Mr Howard
& Mrs Yvonne Elton • Mr Alan & Mrs Anne Faiman •
Dr Simon & Mrs Louisa Frenkel • Mr Gary & Mrs Susan
Hearst • Mr Tom & Mrs Anna Jacobi • Mr Ivan & Mrs Julie
Jarny • Mr David & Mrs Daniela Klempfner • Mr Ray &
Mrs Daniele Magid • Mr Robert & Mrs Helen Mark • Mr
Simon & Mrs Leonie Marks • Mr Ross & Mrs Lyn Maver
• Mr Richard & Mrs Margot Melzak • Mr Alan & Mrs
Esther Michael • Mr Michael & Mrs Tamara Mote • Mr
Ron & Mrs Linda Newman • Mr Uriel & Mrs Nili Palti •
Mr Mark & Mrs Clare Pomeroy • Mr Patrick & Mrs Sarah
Quin • Mr Jeffrey Sher QC & Mrs Diana Sher OAM • Mr
David Southwick MP & Mrs Hayley Southwick • Mr Sam
& Ms Frances Stiglec • Dr John & Mrs Tanya Tescher • Mr
Morris & Mrs Freda Trytell • Mr Reuben & Mrs Pat Urban
• Mr Luke & Mrs Joanna Wajsbrem • Mr Barry & Mrs
Nancy Wicks • Mr Israel & Mrs Meshi Zilberman
• Mr Robert & Mrs Kathy Zucker
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• Mr Leonard Abrahams • Mr Charles Akkerman • Mr Marc
Akkerman • Mr David Artenstein • Miss Jasmin BadeBoon • Mrs Corinne Bader • Mr Jeremy Bader-McDowell •
Mrs Eva Balogh • Mr Allan Barger • Dr Philip Basser • Mr
Barry Batagol • Mr Phillip Benjamin • Miss Lucy Benjamin
• Mrs Irene Benjamin • Mr Samuel Benjamin • Mr Robert
Bennett • Mrs Carol Bentata • Mr Daniel Birner • Mrs
Raquella Birner • Ms Vanessa Black • Mr Norman Black
• Mr Adam Black • Ms Natalia Blecher • Mr Jack Bock •
Mrs Helene Boon • Mrs Raissa Borovik • Mr Myer Brott
• Ms Lahra Carey • Miss Rachel Cashmore • Mrs Tonya
Cashmore • Mr George Cass • Mr Brian Chaitman • Ms
Yoko Chapman • Mrs Schima Cohen • Mr Raymond Cohen
• Mrs Gerda Cohen • Mrs Serena Cohen • Mr Nicholas
Cozens • Mrs Susie Cymbalist • Mrs Marie Davis • Miss
Jessica Dean • Mr Martin Dodge • Mrs Judy Dodge • Mr
Jonathan Duler • Mrs Lilian Efron • Mrs Lotti EisingerPhilipp • Miss Leora Erlichman-Gross • Mrs Jenny Fast •
Mrs Beryl Feldman • Mr Joel Feldman • Mrs Eva Felts •
Mr Malcolm Fox • Miss Celine Foxman • Dr Pam Fradkin
• Mr Michael Frajman • Mrs Sue Freadman • Dr Adam
Frederick • Mrs Karen Fuerst • Dr Susanna Geiro • Mrs
Marie Gold • Mrs Ethel Goldin • Mr Gary Goldsmith • Mr
Frank Goldstein • Dr David Goodman • Mrs Jenny Gorog
• Mr Leon Gouzenfiter • Mrs Pauline Green • Mr Geoffrey
Green OAM • Miss Bonnie Greenberg • Mr Samuel Griffin •
Mr Alexander Grinstein • Mrs Suzanne Hain • Mrs Sharon
Hamilton • Ms Diane Harari • Mrs Mary Harber • Mrs
Esther Hartman • Mrs Natalie Hearst • Mrs June Helmer
• Mr Sol Hendler • Mrs Bella Hiler • Mr Gabriel Hoenig
• Mrs Ruth Holan • Dr Sian Hughes • Mrs Ruth Inwald •
Mr Nathan Jacobson OBE • Mrs Penny Jakobovits • Mrs
Magdi Jakobovits • Mr Ivan Jarny • Mr Graham Joel •
Miss Madeleine Jones • Mrs Dina Jones • Mrs Emelie
Josephs • Mr Peter Kahan • Mrs Diana Kahn • Mrs Anneke
Kangisser • Mr Justin Kanowitz • Mr John Kaufman • Mrs
Leila Kleiman • Mr Geoff Kohn • Mrs Frieda Kolieb • Miss
Stephanie Komesaroff • Mr Myer Eddie Komesaroff • Mr
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Daniel Komesaroff • Mrs Diana Kopatsy • Miss Georgina
Korman • Mrs Elaine Kovkin • Mrs Renee Krane • Mrs
Emily Kranz • Miss Jessica Kruss • Mr Mark Kuperholz
• Mrs Eve Landman • Mr Samuel Langer • Mrs Judith
Lawrence • Mrs Lynette Lehrer • Mrs Rose Lester • Mr
Bruce Levin • Mrs Basja Levy • Miss Rebecca Lew • Miss
Sabrina Lewis • Mr Ross Liebmann • Mrs Helen Light •
Mrs Violet Loewenstein • Mrs Frances Lowe • Mr Ron
Lowe • Ms Carolyn Luntz • Mrs Anita Lurie • Mrs Sadie
Lurie • Miss Gabriella Lysy • Mr Ray Magid • Mrs Judy
Margis • Mr Stan Marks OAM • Mrs Rosie Matthews • Mrs
Lyn Maver • Mr Richard Melzak • Dr Oliver Mendelsohn
• Miss Arielle Minette Meretz • Mrs Susan Minc • Mrs
Stella Mitchell • Mrs Inge Mohrer • Mrs Sue Morgan • Dr
Carl Muller • Mrs Tammy Musman • Mr Rikki Myers • Mrs
Molly Nathan • Mr Adam Needleman • Mrs Michelle Olesh
• Mr Danny Olesh • Dr Klaus Oppenheimer • Mr Daniel
Orbach • Mr Les Pahoff • Mrs Michelle Palti • Mr Aviv Palti
• Mr Uri Palti • Mrs Nili Palti • Mrs Edith Peer • Mrs Lesley
Pilcer • Mrs Marion Pizer • Mrs Hanna Popiolek • Mrs Ilse
Priester • Ms Lisa Quittner • Mrs Rena Rabin • Mrs Sylvia
Radolnik • Mrs Bronia Raynor • Miss Amy Rich • Mrs Ruth
Riess • Mr Rhys Roberts • Mrs Esta Rose • Mr Asher Rose •
Ms Stella Rosenthal • Mr Theodore Rosenthal • Mr Phillip
Rosenwax • Mr Ken Rossdale • Mrs Ruth Rossdale • Mrs
Sylvia Rothman • Mr Norman Rothman • Mr Anthony
Rotman • Mrs Yoko Ryan • Mr Adam Ryan • Mrs Edith
Sadlon • Mrs Martha Sanders • Ms Rachel Sandler • Mrs
Deborah Sandler • Mrs Lala Saunders • Mr Fred Seligmann
• Mr Bernard Shafer • Ms Amanda Sharp • Mr Leonard
Shenker • Mrs Diana Sher OAM • Mr Joe Shneider OAM
• Mrs Lesley Silberscher • Mrs Susan Slowo • Mr Oscar
Sokolski • Mrs Catherine Soveny • Mr Daniel Star • Dr
Michael Starr • Mr David Steinhardt • Mr Keith Steinhardt
• Mrs Irene Stern • Ms Frances Stiglec • Mr Andrew Sward
• Mrs Lydia Swart • Mr Bernard Sylvan • Miss Lisa Tescher
• Mrs Tanya Tescher • Mr Matthew Thurin • Dr David
Thurin • Dr Marion Titterton • Mrs Olga Tramer • Master
Ben Wallace • Mrs Ingeborg Warden • Mrs Martha Weiner
• Mr Lionel Werbeloff • Mr Russell Whytcross • Mrs
Janis Whytcross • Mrs Nancy Wicks • Mrs Trude Wieder
• Mr Russell Wiese • Mr Arnold Wittner • Mrs Sonia
Zimmermann • Mrs Emma Zipper • Dr Marcus Zipper
RECENT B’NEI MITZVAH: 1 Nov 13 – 7 Mar 14
• Jamie Borenstein • Sarah Kirsner • Muffy Hand • Helen
Shardey • Mark Sobey • Margaret Kay • Monica Tam • Brin
Nadler • Les Sive • Spencer Jelinek • Gabrielle Arnheim •
Brandon Zalcman • Sarah Irons • Joshua Cohen
UPCOMING B’NEI MITZVAH: 7 Mar 14 – 30 Jun 14
•Michael Sakinofsky • Joshua Brill • Jacob Tsyrlin • Freya
Boltman • Adam Freedman • Ella Freeman • Jeremy Zivin •
Adrian Rosenwax • Miles Urbinder
Michelle Lazarow’s Pesach Chocolate Nut Cake
Ingredients:
• 250g almond meal
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
Method:
• 250g block good quality
dark chocolate
• 4 eggs
1. Mix all ingredients (except eggs) - then
cook in a saucepan on a low flame
2. Set aside to cool
3. Separate the eggs yolks and whites
4. Beat the egg whites until stiff
5. Add the egg yolks to the cooled chocolate mixture
6. Fold in the egg whites
7. Pour into a well-greased 20cm baking tin
8. Bake in moderate oven (175º) for about 45 minutes
9. Cool on tray - enjoy!
“This was my grandmother Lily Lustig’s recipe. Pesach is the time I bake this deliciously simple cake and enjoy it with family.”
Enjoy with your family and have a kosher and happy Pesach!
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Bereavements
Barbara BigioCousin of Robert Hershan & Russell
Basser, Cousin of Adrianne Basser
(Passed away in New York)
Wanda Lindner
Mother of Stephen and Benjamin
John Malady
Father of David
Leonid Bronshtein
Jadzia OpatMother of Fay Bock and Anita
Lewit (dec), step mother of Fran
Goodman and Judy Sher
Husband of Anna, father of Zorik
Vitaly ChernegaSon of Luba, brother of Vladimir
Chernyega, brother-in-law
of Larisa Chernyega
Sam Daniels
Son of Belinda and Edwin
George DryenHusband of Marlene, father
of Lindy Weizman, Louise
Rubenstein and Peter Dryen
Wilma EsserMother of Kurt and Max Esser
and Miriam Kochanski
Helen Ferber
Mother of Jenny and Sarah
Erika FisherMother in law of Helen,
grandmother of Ben and Simon
Ivy Fried Mother of Barry and Rodney
Vera Fuerst
Mother of Alex
Mara George
Friend of congregation
Ann Gild
Sister of Saul Cohen and Jo Landau
Eugene GoodvachHusband of Ettie, father of
Vida, Mark and Louise
Paul Heisler
Partner of Alla Petrov
Edith Jacobs
Mother of Lorraine Kindler
Robert Kamener
Father of Larry and Martin
Maurice Katz
Uncle of Phil
Regina Kempler
Sister of Paula Cohen
Jean Kleinhandler
Mother of Roger Fay
Serge KunstlerPartner of Celina, Father
of Steven and Jane
Elisabeth Lehman
Mother of Lisa and Marion
Rex PatkinHusband of Faye, father of Ruth,
Leo, Carolyn and David
Edward PerlmanHusband of Rosa, father of
Sharon, Barbara Lasky, Carol
Richards and Joanne Schott
Harry QuittnerHusband of Deborah, father of Mark,
Nicolas, Damian and Jeremy
Hannelore Rothenberg
Mother of Ron
SantenMother of Bunty Davis and Ron Santen
Klara Schwartz
Mother of Katerina Llorente
Eva SchwartzMother of Madelaine
Popper and Judy Leiva
Ariel Sharon
PM of Israel
Adam Simmonds
Son of Michael and June
Bettina Sist
Wife of Don (dec), mother of Lowan
Hans TiepermannHusband of Jacqueline, Father of Lee
Tiepermann and Georgia Solomon
Vlad Torgan
Grandfather of Gabrielle Lysy
Meda VolkovaMother of Leonid
Amelia Weinfeld
Claire Wynn
Mother of Philip & Roseanne
Robert YallouzHusband of Barbara, father
of Roger and David
Baby Lucy Young
Daughter of Anita and Steve Young
Ilse ZifferMother of Robert Ziffer and Kath Kolb
Philip LevyFather of Gillian and
Judith Cohen (Israel)
Training for Caring Community Pastoral Volunteers
We are offering special pastoral care training sessions to
current and prospective volunteers. Five sessions of training
will be facilitated by professional pastoral care hospital
chaplains.
If you are interested in learning more about pastoral care
or wish to join our team of pastoral volunteers this is an
opportunity for further learning free of charge.
Training includes:
1. Introductory Unit: Why are we here?
2. Our Stories, our Journeys, our Spirituality
3. The Caring Relationship
4. Spiritual Care in Practice
5. Review of Visiting Experience
No experience is required – only an interest in people and a desire to help.
To participate in the course contact Cantor Michel Laloum 03 9510 1488 or MICHEL.Laloum@tbi.org.au
This course is recognised and accredited by the Health Care Chaplaincy Council of Victoria.
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B’nei Mitzvah
Sarah
Sarah Irons 15/1/2014
Parashat Ki Tissa
Sarah attends The King David School. Her
hobbies include gymnastics, art and dancing. She
enjoys performing dance routines for her family.
Sarah is a 2014 Magid Campus Arava House
Captain. She volunteered at SZC Yom Ha’atzmaut
celebrations face painting with a friend.
In lieu of gifts Sarah has kindly requested
donations to TBI and TKDS.
Brandon Zalcman 25/1/2014
Parashat Mishpatim
Brandon
Brandon attends Bialik College, and in the future
would like to play soccer for Manchester City. He
plays tennis and soccer, and his favourite subject
at school is sport. He participated in Clean Up
Australia Day, helped at Posh Oppe Shoppe,
and Munzer House Aged Care. His favourite
television show is Hawaii Five O, and he dislikes
tomatoes.
Joshua Cohen 1/3/2014
Parashat Pekudei
Josh attends Glen Eira College, and in the future
he would like to study computer engineering and
programming. Josh started to play basketball
from 7 years old, and for the past three years
has been playing rep level basketball. Recently
his team won the largest junior basketball
tournament in the southern hemisphere. Josh
enjoys anything technical related, including Xbox,
computer programming, building robots and
leaning about technology. Josh likes listening to
music, hanging out with friends and
playing sport. He also loves animals,
especially his dog Monty.
Joshua
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2014 Calendar
March
Friday 7 March
6.15pm Kabbalat Shabbat
7.30pm TBI Community Dinner
Saturday 8 March
9am Shabbat Mishpacha
9.45am Gesher Service
10am Shabbat Vayikra
Monday 10 March
OFFICE CLOSED - Labour Day
Tuesday 11 March
4pm TBI Tamid
6.15pm Ruach Rehearsal
7.30pm Introduction to Judaism
7.30pm Parashat Hashavua
Wednesday 12 March
10.30 Drop in and Chat
7.30pm Maccabi Toastmasters
7.30pm Trope Class
Thursday 13 March
10am Holocaust Survivors Group Russian speaking (Jewish Care)
7.30pm Aleph isn’t Enough
7.30pm Aleph isn’t Tough
8pm TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 14 March
Saturday 15 March
10am Shabbat Zachor
Bar Mitzvah Michael Sakinofsky
6.30pm Purim Spiel
Sunday 16 March
10am Purim Carnival
Monday 17 March
10am Holocaust Survivors
Group (Jewish Care)
Tuesday 18 March
10am TBI Archive Group
4pm TBI Tamid
Wednesday 19 March
7.30pm Trope Class
Thursday 20 March
10amHolocaust Survivors Group Russian speaking (Jewish Care)
7.30pm TBI Book Club
Friday 21 March
Saturday 22 March
10am Shabbat Shemini
Bar Mitzvah Joshua Brill
Sunday 23 March
10am Limmud on Sunday
5pm Kol Simcha rehearsal (off site)
8pm Men’s Group (off site)
Monday 24 March
7.30pm Living with Dementia
Tuesday 25 March
4pm TBI Tamid
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Wednesday 26 March
7am Business Breakfast
10.30am Drop in and Chat
Thursday 27 March
Friday 28 March
Saturday 29 March
10am Shabbat Tazria
Sunday 30 March
10.30am Sunday Limmud
5pm Kol Simcha rehearsal (off site
Monday 31 March
April
Tuesday 1 April
10am
TBI Archive Group
1.30pm Stans Shmooze
4pm
TBI Tamid
Wednesday 2 April
11am
Friendship Club
7.30pm Trope Class
Thursday 3 April
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 4 April
6.15pm Shabbat Shira
Saturday 5 April
10amShabbat Metzora
Bar Mitzvah Jacob Tsylin
Sunday 6 April
10am
Limmud on Sunday
5pm
Kol Simcha rehearsal (off site)
7.30pm Rosh Chodesh (off site)
Monday 7 April
10amHolocaust Survivors
Group (Jewish Care)
Tuesday 8 April
6.15pm Ruach Rehearsal
Wednesday 9 April
7.30pm Trope Class
Thursday 10 April
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 11 April
Saturday 12 April
9am
Shabbat Mishpacha
10amShabbat Hagadol
Bat Mitzvah Freya Boltman
Monday 14 April
6pm
Erev Pesach Service
Tuesday 15 April
1st DAY PESACH
6.30pm 2nd night Pesach Dinner
Wednesday 16 April
2nd DAY PESACH
Thursday 17 April
3rd DAY PESACH
Friday 18 April
4th DAY PESACH - OFFICE CLOSED
Saturday 19 April
10am
Shabbat Chol Hamoed Pesach
Sunday 20 April
6pm
Erev 7th Day Pesach Service
Monday 21 April
7th DAY PESACH
Tuesday 22 April
8th DAY PESACH
Wednesday 23 April
7.30pm Trope Class
Thursday 24 April
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 25 April
Saturday 26 April
10am
Shabbat Kedoshim
Sunday 27 April
5pm
Kol Simcha (off site)
Monday 28 April
10am
Holocaust Survivors
Group (Jewish Care)
Tuesday 29 April
4pm
TBI Tamid
7.30pm Parashat Hashavua”
Wednesday 30 April
7.30pm Trope Class
May
Thursday 1 May
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 2 May
6.15pm Shabbat Ha’atzmaut
Saturday 3 May
10am
Shabbat Metzora
Bar Mitzvah Adam Freedman
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2014 Calendar
Sunday 4 May
10am
Limmud on Sunday
5pm
6.45pmZCV Yom HaZikaron
Memorial Service - Robert
Blackwood Hall Monash
Monday 5 May
Group (Jewish Care)
6pmYom Ha’Atzmaut Concert
Melb Recital Centre
Tuesday 6 May
4pm
TBI Tamid
4.30pmYom Ha’Atmaut Family
Festival Lamm Library
Wednesday 7 May
11am
Friendship Club
7.30pm Trope Class
Thursday 8 May
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 9 May
Saturday 10 May
9am
Shabbat Mishpacha
10amShabbat Behar
Bat Mitzvah Ella Freeman
Sunday 11 May
10am
Limmud on Sunday
5pm
Monday 12 May
Group (Jewish Care)
Tuesday 13 May
4pm
TBI Tamid
6.15pm Ruach rehearsal
Wednesday 14 May
7.30pm Trope Class
Thursday 15 May
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 16 May
Saturday 17 May
10amShabbat Bechukotai
Volunteers Appreciation Shabbat
4pm
Lag B’omer Bonfire
Sunday 18 May
5pm
8pm
Men’s Group (off site)
Monday 19 May
Group (Jewish Care)
Tuesday 20 May
10am
TBI Archive Group
4pm
TBI Tamid
Thursday 22 May
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 23 May
Saturday 24 May
10amShabbat Bamidbar
Bar Mitzvah Jeremy Zivin
4pm
Lag B’omer Bonfire
Sunday 25 May
5pm
Monday 26 May
Group (Jewish Care)
Tuesday 27 May
4pm
TBI Tamid
Wednesday 28 May
Thursday 29 May
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 30 May
Saturday 31 May
10am Shabbat Naso
Bar Mitzvah Adrian Rosenwax
June
Sunday 1 June
5pm
Monday 2 June
Group (Jewish Care)
Tuesday 3 June
4pm
Erev Shavuot Family/Kids Service
6.15pm Erev Shavuot Service
Wednesday 4 June
OFFICE CLOSED
10am
Shavuot Morning Service
Thursday 5 June
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 6 June
Saturday 7 June
10am
Shabbat Beha’alotcha
Bar Mitzvah Miles Urbinder
Monday 9 June
OFFICE CLOSED - Queens Birthday
Tuesday 10 June
4pm
TBI Tamid
6.15pm Ruach rehearsal
Wednesday 11 June
Thursday 12 June
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 13 June
Saturday 14 June
9am
Shabbat Mishpacha
10am
Shabbat Shelach
Sunday 15 June
8am
Interfaith Concert at TBI
Monday 16 June
Group (Jewish Care)
Tuesday 17 June
10am
TBI Archive Group
4pm
TBI Tamid
Wednesday 18 June
11am
Friendship Club
Thursday 19 June
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 20 June
Saturday 21 June
10am
Shabbat Korach
Sunday 22 June
5pm
8pm
Mens Group (off site)
Monday 23 June
Group (Jewish Care)
Tuesday 24 June
4pm
TBI Tamid
Wednesday 25 June
Thursday 26 June
8pm
TBI Choir rehearsal
Friday 27 June
Saturday 28 June
10am
Shabbat Chukat
Sunday 29 June
5pm
Monday, 30 June
Group (Jewish Care)
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Happy Snaps
Tu B’Shvat Seder in action
TBI Midsumma Service
Rabbi Kim Ettlinger, Sue Morgan and Joanne Loewy-Irons
Ezra Nirens-Grey
Joel and Margalit Freedman
Amy Marin and Deborah Zaks
Jasmine Ann Leigh
When celebrating a simcha please forward your high resolution photos as jpegs to fiona.zlotnik@tbi.org.au
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Temple Beth Israel (No. A0040666N)
76-82 Alma Road, St Kilda, Vic, Australia 3182
PO Box 128 St Kilda, Vic, Australia 3182
T +613 9510 1488
F +613 9521 1229
info@tbi.org.au
tbi.org.au

A call to action - Temple Beth Israel

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