February 5, 2010/22 Shevat 5770                                             

Yitro - Exodus 18:1 – 20:23

The namesake of this week's Torah portion is Jethro (in Hebrew "Yitro"), the father-in-law of Moses. The portion opens with Jethro bringing his daughter (Moses' wife) and her two sons to join Moses in the desert after the Israelites exodus from Egypt.   Jethro observes Moses spending his days settling disputes among the Israelites. Jethro suggests that Moses share this burden and delegate chiefs to judge all but the most difficult cases.

Come As You Are Shabbat – 5 pm (please note change in time due to impending storm)

We Mourn…

Robert Karpf, father of Dennis (Betsy) Karpf

Maurice J. (Bud) Goodman, father of Jack (Lori) Goodman

Terrie Rose Altman, mother of Julie (Joel) Schwartz

Plan to join us for …

“Torah through Tradition and Technology” – Tuesdays from 8 pm – 9 pm 

Introduction to Judaism – Rabbi Jerry David – Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 pm

Noshing for a Cause – Thursday, February 11, 7 pm – 9 pm

Henry Raich Senior Brown Bag Lunch – Wednesday, February 17 at 12

Shabbat Around the World – February 19 - 6:30 pm Dinner - Service – 8 pm

Men’s Club father/child bowling – Sunday, February 21 - 5 pm – 7 pm

New Baby Shabbat/Tot Shabbat – Saturday, February 27 at 9:30 am

Purim Carnivale – Saturday, February 27 from 12 – 3 pm

Purim Shpiel – Sunday, February 28 at 10:30 am

Her Seder – Thursday, March 18 at 5 pm

15th Annual Sisterhood Retreat – April 16 – 18

Big Al’s Yiddish Club – Thursdays at 7:30 pm

Yoga and Jewish Meditation – Thursdays at 7:30 pm

UPCOMING/ONGOING …

“Torah Through Tradition and Technology” – Tuesdays in January from 8 pm – 9 pm.  Course will compliment Shabbat Torah Study and focus on the current Parsha.  The class will explore the Torah through the classic method called PaRDeS – the four levels of Torah interpretation (exegesis).  Using Mind Mapping, which is taught from the computer and web, we will “connect the dots” of various related rabbinical instruction using medieval and modern commentary.  Register with Cindy at (856) 489-0035 or cindy@templeemanuel.org.  

“Mommy and Me” Classes – Pre-School has two new exciting baby classes taught by Carolyn Kellerman, BA.  Setting the Trends is for newborns through 9 months and Brighter Beginnings for toddlers ages 12-16 months.  Please call Jeanie at (856) 489-0034 for details and to reserve a spot!  Register for Pre-School and Kamp Kayeetz.  Check out the expanded options for 2 year olds – two, three and five day programs.  If you register and bring a friend who registers, your $100 deposit will be waived.  Call Jeanie at (856) 489-0034 for details.

Shabbat Around the World – February 19 – 6:30 pm Dinner – Service 8 pm.  Please come and help us celebrate this special Shabbat with the food and culture of Argentina.  Susi Levy, who grew up in Argentina and teaches in our pre-school, will speak about her homeland at the service and our children’s choir will sing.  There will be an Argentinean menu.  Cost for the dinner: $10/adult - $5/children 2-18, under 2 is free.  Please make your check out to Temple Emanuel and return to the Religious School office by February 12.  If you have any questions, or would like to get involved in the planning of this special event please contact Rabbi Cohen, (856) 489-0035.

Men’s Club Father/Child Bowling – Sunday, February 21 from 5 pm – 7 pm.  This event is “Pizza, Pins & Pop” at the Playdrome, 1536 N. Kings Highway, Cherry Hill.  The cost is $13 per person/$12 per child.  Each lane (which has a maximum of six bowlers) will receive one large cheese pizza and bottomless pitchers of soft drinks and each bowler will receive a pair of rental bowling shoes as part of the price.  Send a check payable to Temple Emanuel Men’s Club to David Faye, 422 Barby Lane, Cherry Hill, NJ  08003-3410.

Introduction to Judaism – Rabbi Jerome David – Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 pm, beginning January 13.  This course is for those looking to discover and learn more about their own Judaism and those who want to study and find out more about Judaism and identify with the Jewish people.  If you have ever wondered if Jews believe in life after death or the Jewish view of Jesus or why you can’t mix meat and milk, this is a course for you.  To register, call the Union for Reform Judaism at (215) 563-8183 or call Jean Klein at (856) 489-0035.

Big Al’s Yiddish Club – Thursdays at 7:30 pm.  Join us for this informal conversational course.  New-comers always invited to join.  Taught by Al Rubin.  Please call Cindy for more information at (856) 489-0035 x 10.

Temple Emanuel Sisterhood Bingo – Thursday, February 4 at 6 pm.  Temple Emanuel Sisterhood invites you to an evening of Fun!  $15/members - $18/non-members.  Price includes one bingo card and light supper.  Prizes will have International themes!  Please call Sue McDermet to reserve your space 229-7440.  Sorry no walk-ins!

Join Sisterhood's board meeting on Thursday, February 11 at 7 pm when Stephanie Weinberger, a Dove Chocolate Discoveries chocolatier, will present a “Night of Chocolate - It’s Sooo Good!”  What a great way to spend a cold winter night!  There will be a short meeting prior to the event.  Admission is free though you must RSVP by February 6 to Paula Levine at palevine56@hotmail.com or (856) 768-2892.

Henry Raich Senior Brown Bag Lunch – Wednesday, February 17 at 12.  We have invited this group called “Action Reconciliation Service for Peace”.  It was started in Germany in 1958 by German Christians looking to confront the era of National Socialism in German history.  The recognition of German guilt and suffering to mankind, prompted this group to offer their services and good deeds, in the hope of carrying out a symbol of reconciliation.  You will not want to miss this special group discussion!

Celebrate Purim at Temple Emanuel on Saturday, February 27 at 8 pm.  Celebrate New Orleans style with a Purim Mardi Gras!  Complete with authentic New Orleans food, drink and music.  So come on out with your best Beau or Belle and bring your friends.  You must be 21 or older.  Only $15 per person!  Please let us know your coming and call Roberta at (856) 489-0029 x 68 by February 23. 

On Sun. February 28 at 10:30 am bring the whole family for Megillah Mia our Purim Shpiel.  Based on Mamma Mia!  Everyone is invited to attend and you won’t want to miss it.    Following the Purim Shpiel is our annual Purim Carnivale at noon – 3 pm.  There will be games, food and more fun for everyone!! 

Don’t miss the Social Action Committee’s evening out, Noshing for A Cause, on Thursday evening, February 11 from 7 pm-9 pm.  We are grateful to Rosie and Lee Hymerling for opening their home for this important night of awareness highlighting the needs of the community and how we can help!  Come sample delicious appetizers and mouth watering desserts.  The cost to attend is $18 per person.  All proceeds will help local Holocaust survivors.  A JFCS representative will be there to discuss the various needs and challenges of these members of our community.   Please RSVP for this wonderful event to Roberta in the Temple office by February 1st. 

New Baby Shabbat at Temple Emanuel – February 27 at 9:30 am.  All babies born in the past year, their parents and siblings will be invited for a blessing by the Rabbis and Cantor and will receive a special certificate.  Please inform your friends with babies!  No need to pre-register.  If you have any questions, please call the Temple Emanuel office at (856) 489-0029.

The Department of Jewish Education is offering Passover University and Passover Prep School on Saturday, March 13 from 7:15 pm – 10: 30 pm and Sunday, March 14 from 1 pm – 4 pm.  For more info visit the website at www.djesnj.org or contact Penina Hoffnung at (856) 673-2508.

Temple Emanuel Her Seder – Thurs., March 18, 5 pm is Registration/5:45 pm Seder begins.  A Passover gathering led by Rabbi Geri Newburge, Rabbi Deborah Bodin Cohen and Cantor Neil Schnitzer.  Celebrate the festival of freedom through the voices of women while enjoying a delicious, full–course meal (meat or vegetarian entrée).  As this is a catered affair, reservations must be made in advance.  (No walk-ins accepted) $36/Adults and $18/children under the age of 16.  Please bring a donation of canned goods.

15th Annual Sisterhood Retreat – April 16 -18.  This year’s retreat will be held on the beautiful campus of the Barrack Hebrew Academy in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.  This location will truly allow us to renew our spirituality as we connect with our fellow sisters from Temple Emanuel.  Further information and pricing will be coming shortly.  As in the past, single and double room occupancy will be available.  Please RSVP to Jessica Chasen or Susan McDermet if you are interested. 

Please support our Tzedakah Box, the centerpiece of the upcoming Tzedakah Wall at the entrance to the sanctuary.  Donations received will help purchase scrip for Temple Emanuel families in need and others in our community. Thank you for your support. 

If you know someone looking for a Temple, tell them about Temple Emanuel.  We have something for everyone, from our Award Winning Pre-school to our Nationally Accredited Religious School to our extensive Adult Education Program.  Contact our Membership Director, Alex Grumbacher at (856) 489-0029 x 15 or alex@templeemanuel.org.  At Temple Emanuel, we make membership achievable for all who seek it.

Join Temple Emanuel on Facebook.  Request to be a “friend” of First Name: Temple Last Name: Emanuel and become a “fan” of Temple Emanuel–Cherry Hill, NJ. Look for news and info about our Temple Community.

Gift Cards (also known as SCRIP) are available for grocery stores, bookstores, restaurants, department stores and more. For a complete list pick up the current order form at the Temple, or contact Paula Levine at palevine79@hotmail.com.  Orders are placed weekly. You can purchase Shop Rite scrip in the Temple Office. All purchases help fund our Temple Sisterhood and ultimately our synagogue.

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