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June 2018 | Sivan-Tammuz 5778 | Volume 65 Number 4

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2 The Voice of Beth El Congregation

BETH EL SENIOR STAFF AND BOARDSenior StaffSenior Rabbi Steven P. SchwartzRabbi Dana SarokenCantor Thom D. KingExecutive Director Joshua BenderDirector of Education Eyal Bor, Ph.D.Ritual Director Ben Kreshtool Director of Development Amanda Beitman

Beth El OfficersPresident Denise F. Franz1st Vice President Edward Mishner, M.D.2nd Vice President Bruce FriedmanSecretary Jennifer MillmanTreasurer Edward GoldmeierComptroller Hal Hackerman

Board Members Benjamin AbramsJill BaldingerHerbert BetterEllen BudishMargery DanielsMarci ElkinKevin FrumanKenneth GoldbergDeborah GreenbergAndy GrossmanDavid HarrisonMyra KatzRobin KleimanJoseph KoffSusan Kolker

Jeffrey KreshtoolJennifer KriegerRegan La TestaHoward MoffetKenneth NimanLeslie PapelJoanne RiefA. Ronald RubinJoshua SheinDebra ShoreJill SuffelBruce SupovitzMichael UhlfelderSteven Weinstein

Past Presidents*Reuben H. Levenson*Melvin H. Chernoff*Samuel J. Keiser *Dr. William Raffel*Julius Offit*Milton Roseman*Milton Snyder*Ira AskinRobert N. SmelkinsonCharles Yumkas*Klaus Buchdahl Mildred MillerSidney Friedman*Max Mendelsohn Louis Glick

Elliot MerenbloomDavid YumkasAlbert M. KatzAlan S. DorenfeldJohn P. AboschMargot Gilbert GilisonDr. Robert D. KeehnBeverly S. PennRichard S. Hollander Michael D. SteinhardtRaphael KahnSteven D. SilvermanJerome D. SchnydmanMichael S. Rubenstein

*Deceased

Take a look inside the Gorn Chapel at about 5:45 PM on a typical Friday night.

Up in the front rows, a family is beaming—no, bursting—with pride while a 13-year-old battles butterflies before saying the kiddush in honor of the next day’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah.

A few rows back, some are in a more reflective mood as they prepare to stand and observe the Yahrzeit of a loved one. And still others may be attending services that evening because they are facing the fresh wounds of a more recent loss.

In other parts of the chapel, grandparents greet grandchildren, friends kiss hello, toddlers toddle, babies giggle and babies cry. Many—in fact, most—are there for no specific reason or date on the calendar; they are there simply to observe Shabbat in shul.

Rabbis Schwartz and Saroken and Cantor King emerge with hugs, smiles and handshakes, preparing to lead the evening’s service.

What you also notice, perhaps subconsciously: the room is full. Packed, even. Get there early, or you risk not even finding a seat. And the Gorn seats roughly 250. This comes at a time when Jewish congregations nationwide are clamoring for members and for participation in religious activities.

The people gathered have come as they were, so to speak, the dress is casual. The service will last 45 minutes to an hour. It is filled with music to greet the Shabbat, traditional observances and prayers, and wisdom from the rabbis.

Rabbi Schwartz recently relayed the story of Passover through a comical story of his Passover: a hunt for shmurah matzo from Brooklyn to Baltimore.

On another Shabbat, Rabbi Saroken told the story of a woman who daily carried daily two containers to pick up and deliver water. One of the vessels was pristine,

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3The Voice of Beth El Congregation

Lightsperfect. The other vessel was cracked, leaky and nearly empty by the time she arrived at her destination each day. But on reflection, the path the woman had traveled was filled with lush vegetation and flowers on the side where the cracked container had leaked water. The side where the “perfect” vessel had been carried was barren. It was a beautiful lesson in the expectations and limitations of what we perceive to be perfect.

Cantor King will wrap things up by singing L’Cha Dodi to the tune of Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah, or Shalom Aleichem to Gershwin’s Summertime. Or, he might keep everyone guessing with a different 'mash-up.'

“I attend almost every week, and have been for probably more than 10 years,” says Steve Kravet. “I enjoy the parshas, the music, the reflective amidah. The services are at a convenient time, they are uplifting, and there is a group of 'regulars' that make it wonderfully social.”

The history of Beth El’s Friday night services may date back to the congregation's decision in the 1980's to allow Bat Mitzvahs to take place on Saturday mornings. Bat Mitzvahs had been the staple of Friday nights prior to that, and subsequently, the services languished.

The next milestone was the construction of the Gorn chapel which would allow the services to be relocated from the Kreitzer Room. And another catalyst was Cantor King’s dedicated effort to infuse the services with more music and participation. From there, attendance grew.

“What we have done with Shabbat evening is to offer a low-pressure service, not overly long, where our members (and friends) can come together as a happy and casual community, participate in singing familiar melodies mixed with new music, hear a brief but inspiring message from the Rabbis, and leave Beth El feeling both spiritually uplifted and socially engaged,” said Cantor King.

“The most important word here is community—people come to the Gorn Chapel on Friday evening not just to worship, but because they feel powerful sense of belonging, togetherness, and yes: enjoyment on Friday evening.”

COME TO BETH EL’S SPECIAL SUMMER ONEG SHABBATSJune 15, July 20 and August 17 at 7:00 PMIf you would like to co-sponsor an Oneg for $18,

please contact Yvonne Epstein at [email protected] or 410-484-0411


Lisa Dorman on the loss of her beloved father, Dr. Jules Millman.

The family of the late Daniel G. Frieman.

Pearl Imber on the loss of her beloved sister, Neena B. Schwartz.

Robin Kaplan on the loss of her beloved husband, Arthur Guy Kaplan.

Melanie Levine and Jordan Levine on the loss of their beloved husband and father, Ronald B. Levine.

James Meckley on the loss of his beloved sister, Susan Meckley Allen.

The family of the late Hariette Merwitz.

Gerald Perloff on the loss of his beloved mother, Mildred Perloff.

Bruce Schwartzman and Donna Eisenstadt on the loss of their beloved father, Dr. Jerome Schwartzman.

Nanci Seff on the loss of her beloved mother, Joan Fiddle.

Joel Smeyne and Sylvia Levitt on the loss of their beloved mother and sister, Frances Smeyne.

Gina Smith on the loss of her beloved husband, Fredric Smith.

Annette Snyder on the loss of her beloved husband, Edwin J. Snyder.

Herbert Sweren on the loss of his beloved sister, Evelyn Greenberg.

Howard Zlotowitz, Linda Levine, Ellen Asher and Phyllis Isaacson on the loss of their beloved mother and sister, Betty H. Zlotowitz.

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO

MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES

Maria and Joseph Hsu on their 5th

Stephanie and Stuart Saval on their 10th

Laren and Brett Altberger on their 15th

Marla and Matthew Paper on their 15th

Suzette and David Desser on their 20th

Randi and Jay Rombro on their 25th

Dr. Gary and Lois Cassel on their 30th

Susan and Scott Fine on their 30th

Orlee and Jeffrey Kahn on their 30th

Andrea and Kenneth Kraus on their 30th

Leslie and Marc Lichtenberg on their 30th

Debra and Lawrence Shore on their 30th

Karen and Wayne Barber on their 35th

Elizabeth and Marc Friedman on their 35th

Michelle and Ira Malis on their 35th

Linda and Stanley Nachimson on their 35th

Marla and David Oros on their 35th

Sheri and Mitchel Penn on their 35th

Phyllis and Ronald Schuster on their 35th

Dr. Charles and Phyllis Fine on their 40th

Dr. Kenneth and Judith Margolis on their 40th

Dr. Kenneth Morgan and Dr. Samuel Westrick on their 40th

Renee and Stanton Ades on their 45th

Judith and Stuart Haman on their 45th

Karen and Sherman Paper on their 45th

Debbie and Harold Weaver on their 40th

Judy and Mayer Pelta on their 45th

Sandi and Richard Block on their 45th

Karen and Alan Berkowitz on their 50th

Dr. Jay and Ellen Feinglass on their 50th

Susan and Marc Kurlander on their 50th

Dr. Paul and Fern Sheitel on their 50th

Irene and Joseph David on their 55th

Rita and Allen Feinberg on their 55th

Sandy and Marvin Glass on their 55th

Beverly and Robert Lipsky on their 55th

Ellen and Robert Yerman on their 55th

Frances and Stanley Scherr on their 60th

Dr. Arnold and Beverly Feldman on their 65th

We mourn the passing of our members and extend sincere condolences to their families.

Daniel G. FriemanArthur Guy KaplanRonald B. LevineHariette MerwitzFrances Smeyne

Fredric SmithEdwin J. Snyder

Betty H. Zlotowitz

In Memoriam OUR HEARTIEST MAZEL TOV TO

Michelle and Marshall Davis on the birth of their daughter, Carly Rebecca Davis. Grandparents are Marsha and Morris Saks. Great grandmother is Shirley Goodman.

Sara and Jeremy Evans on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Alexandra Grace Evans. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Grabush and Dr. and Mrs. Ed Evans. Great grandmother is Dorothy Harris.

Christina “CJ” Johnston on the Bar Mitzvah of her son, Elijah Philip Johnston. He is also the son of the late, Brian Johnston. Grandparents are Elizabeth Riley, Margaret Tracey and Philip Johnston.

Bonnie and Daniel Krosin on the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Seth Mason Krosin Grandmother is Jane Krosin.

Dr. Roger and Amanda McIntosh on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Amanda Nicole McIntosh. Grandparents are Dr. Barry and Ruth Hurwitz.

Judi and Howard Snyder on the marriage of their daughter, Sophie to Rob Farley.

Charles and Elizabeth Jacobs on the engagement of their daughter, Hilary Tess Jacobs to Nicholas Kahn Bolash.

Randy and Helene Lutz on the marriage of their son, Andrew to Melissa Langer.

Bar & Bat MitzvahCAITLYN NICOLE MCINTOSH, daughter of Amanda and Dr. Roger McIntosh, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on June 2, 2018.

The Beth El Family

ALEXANDRA EVANS, daughter of Sara and Jeremy Evans, will be called to the Torah as a Bat Mitzvah on June 9, 2018.

SETH MASON KROSIN, son of Bonnie and Daniel Krosin, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on June 9, 2018.

ELIJAH PHILIP JOHNSTON, son of Christina “CJ” Johnston and the late Brian Johnston, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah during Havdallah services on June 16, 2018.

SPEEDY RECOVERY

Sharon Dorenfeld Linda Mondell


WELCOMING INTERFAITH FAMILIESBy Rabbi Steven SchwartzJust a couple of weeks ago we posted a link to our Facebook page of a blog post that has now been clicked on and read more than 3000 times. The post explains a change to the synagogue by-laws that the congregation voted into effect Wednesday evening May 16th at our annual meeting. The by-law change has to do with the status of non-Jews at Beth El and membership. Up to this point, someone who was not Jewish could not technically be a member of the congregation. For years and years there have been many non-Jews in our community, playing meaningful roles in the life of the synagogue, making sure that their children are at Hebrew school every week, sometimes even attending services regularly, involved with committees. But until now, technically they were not members.

But the recommended change in the by-laws will formally grant membership status to non-Jews for the very first time in Beth El’s 70 years history. There will still be some caveats in place, and for the time being, people who are not Jewish would not be asked to chair committees or to serve on the board. But at next year’s annual meeting, folks who are not Jewish and who are members will have a vote and will be fully counted in the required quorum for the meeting.

On the one hand the change is symbolic more than anything else. For many years – going back at least two decades – Beth El has been one of the most progressive synagogues in the Conservative Movement in terms of opening our doors to non-Jews and interfaith families. People who are not Jewish have been welcomed to our bimah, to stand with their children at the ark during a bar or bat mitzvah and read a prayer, or to stand with their Jewish spouse at the Torah during a baby naming. Some ten years ago or so we expanded the roles a non-Jew could play during services, creating opportunities for someone who is not Jewish to stand before the congregation and lead us in prayer during responsive readings, both Friday nights and Shabbat mornings. We have an interfaith havurah here, a group that meets multiple times a year to talk about interfaith issues and to explore together the interfaith journey. The Beth El clergy, from Rabbi Agus to Rabbi Loeb to the present day, have always made interfaith dialogue an important part of their communal work.

But this is something that is different. It is a formal embrace of those who are not Jewish, and by extension it is a formal embrace of the interfaith community. You probably know that the intermarriage rate in the non-Orthodox Jewish community these days is hovering around 60%. When I spoke about this issue a couple of months ago I said that it is time for the community to stop thinking about this issue as one that we need to solve. It is not solvable. The Jewish community has top notch leadership, bright minds, and deep pockets, but despite worrying about intermarriage and working on the issue for decades at this point, we have only watched the rate grow higher and higher. Are there things that increase the chances of a child marrying Jewishly?

Yes! Home observance is one, and Jewish camping is another, day school can help too – but by and large this is not something that we are going to have a lot of control over and in all likelihood, in the years ahead the intermarriage rate will continue to rise.

If so, I would argue that we should worry less about the number, the percentage of Jews intermarrying, and we should worry more about how we connect with these Jews and their families so that they feel welcome in the Jewish community in general and in synagogue life in particular. Because if the intermarriage rate is at 60% and we don’t figure out a way to welcome those families then we are saying to 6 out of every 10 Jews we can’t help you. And it is hard for me to understand how that is good for us, or how that is good for them. After all, if we are saying we want the children and grandchildren of intermarried families to be Jewish, doesn’t it make sense to open the door as wide as possible so that those families might be able to find a Jewish home. Without a Jewish home, we will certainly lose them.

So the by-law change is one of the ways – just one – that we are trying to say to interfaith families you can find a comfortable, meaningful, and welcoming spiritual home at Beth El for your family.

By and large as news of this change has spread the reaction has been very positive. Last I looked there were close to 130 likes on the Facebook post, and a number of positive comments. But I also understand that there will always be those who are uncomfortable with change.

Our system of worship does not involve the sacrifice of animals any more. The idea that we might tell someone they can’t serve the congregation because they have a physical disability is abhorrent to us. And forget about the idea of taking someone who has cursed using God’s name and stoning them to death. Were that law still practiced in modern times Rabbi Loeb wouldn’t have made it past 10 o’clock in the morning most days.

And I would only add this. All of the changes that have been made in the tradition in the course of our 3500 year old history, have made Judaism stronger, wiser, more tolerant and more humane. And these changes have also enabled the Jewish people to survive, century after century after century.

May the change that we are embracing as a congregation do the same, for Beth El, for our community, for our families, so that we can continue to move from strength to strength.

Rabbi's Reflection

The interfaith by-law revision was unanimously passed at theCongregational Annual Meeting held on May 16


SisterhoodBeth El

SISTERHOOD PRESIDENTS' REPORTAs we reflect on 2017-2018, Sisterhood has had a very busy, successful and productive year with many events and projects.

Ilene Merenbloom and Dale Kahn, Co- Presidents, attended the Women's League for Conservative Judaism’s convention in Alexandria, VA where they had an opportunity to meet and share ideas with sisterhood presidents from North America. The highlight of the convention was receiving the Jewels in the Crown Award which is given to those sisterhoods who offer programs that nurture and sustain Jewish life and vitality in their local communities.

Sisterhood’s opening meeting/brunch for our paid-up members featured Natalie Smith Pilcher, who portrayed Henrietta Szold. This event was followed by the "Fall Fashion Fest," an amazing shopping experience. Other presenters throughout the year included a pianist; a professor who spoke about Justice Louis Brandeis a panel discussion on Islamophobia featuring Rabbi Dana Saroken, Dr. Rosann Catalano and Dr. Homayra Ziad from the Institute for Muslim, Christian and Jewish Studies; a program in conjunction with The Soul Center; Max Weiss, a pop culture critic; and the brass music of The Titan Trio.

Biblio, our monthly book club, featured books reviewed by members of Sisterhood. Additionally, Rabbis Steven Schwartz and Dana Saroken presented book reviews following a petite luncheon. Two evening events planned by our membership committee included a librarian from the Pikesville library who reviewed new and old "reads" and a "hands on" event sampling programs offered at The Soul Center. Other Sisterhood events and activities include:

• The sold-out trips planned by our very innovative travel committee visited seven different destinations including New Jersey, Washington and Virginia.

• Sisterhood’s Afternoon of Games was, once again, a sold-out event where participants enjoyed lunch and an afternoon of fun and comradery.

• An annual event, Sisterhood Shabbat services were conducted entirely by our members. Following services, Sisterhood hosted a beautiful kiddush luncheon for congregants.

• Our "Knitzvah" committee lovingly knitted and delivered 20 lap afghans to members who are ill or home bound.

• Beth El Sisterhood was well represented at the annual Joint Sisterhood Dinner. Our members joined ladies from six other synagogues to honor the work done by all.

• The fund-raising campaign for the Jewish Theological Seminary welcomed 48 Sisterhood members as benefactors. These contributions contribute to the seminary where conservative rabbis, cantors and educators are trained.

• Thanks to the fundraising of our "No-Donor Donor," we are able to contribute more funds to Beth El Synagogue and Beth El schools.

• We are very grateful to the many dedicated ladies who staff our very successful Judaica Shop featuring beautiful merchandise.

• Unique Boutique’s 14th show was a resounding success.

• Our closing luncheon and installation of officers and board members featured The Titan Trio, who entertained us with amazing brass renditions as we officially closed activities for 2017-2018.

• The Archives committee, along with the videographer, are in the final phase of the production of a video commemorating Sisterhood’s 70th Anniversary. This video will be presented at a special program on Sunday, October 7.

We extend our sincere thanks to the many devoted and dedicated members of Sisterhood who have worked tirelessly to make our organization such an enormous success, allowing us to contribute to our synagogue and schools. Best wishes to everyone for a healthy, fun-filled and safe summer. It has been an honor and privilege to serve as your co-presidents this past year.

Ilene Merenbloom and Dale Kahn

OPENING MEETING – PAID UP MEMBERSHIP BRUNCH Sunday, August 26 at 11:00 AM

Sisterhood’s 70th Anniversary Celebration.

Followed by Fall Fashion Fest in the Myers Auditorium – Vendors will be there


June is busy with graduations, weddings, Father’s Day and travel. If you are shopping for a gift or for yourself, you can make it easy with one stop in the Sisterhood Judaica Shop. Remember, there is no sales tax and you are helping to support Beth El Schools and Congregation. Our summer hours are:

Monday & Thursday: 11 AM-3 PM

To shop by appointment, call Beverly Penn at 410-746-3150. Our gift item of the month:

Judaica ShopBeth El

Sisterhood extends a sincere thank you to the following chairs who guided their committees in contributing to a successful year:

Agus Library Marlene Siegel, Barbara Berkowitz, Barbara Levenson, Arlene Perloff

Archives Ilene Merenbloom, Rae Shalowitz, Judi Snyder

Biblio Rita Silverman, Barbara Berkowitz, Carol Cummins, Joan Flax, Gail Sugarman

Brides Book Marta Braverman

Budget & Finance Glenda Chernoff, Bette Dahne, Robin Kleiman

Caring Committee Eunice Friedman, Sandy G. Gordon

Decorations Ruth Green, Roz Kurman

Donor Phyllis Cutler, Honey Litman

Federation Judy Rosenberg, Honey Litman, Lois Balser

Game Day Ruth Hurwitz, Suzanne Horowitz

Historian Judi Snyder

Hostesses Hulane Zolet, Barbara Green, Renee King

Israel/Jewish Life Saralynn Glass

Joint Sisterhood Betsy Narrow, Sharon Dorenfeld, Edy Bondroff, Rhona Sober

JTS/Torah Fund Jane Krosin, Hilda Dopkin, Gail Shugarman

Judaica Shop Beverly Penn, Anita Steinberg, Ellie Spind

Knitzvah Project Susan Himmel

Landscaping Brenda Mandel

Luncheons Marlene Siegel, Judy Pachino, Donna Unterman

Luncheon Reservations Marcia Boonshaft, Myra Coonin

Luncheon Subscriptions June Sacks

Membership Susan Hackerman

Nominating Margie Rubin

Notifications Janet Penn, Alice Kuryk

Photography Judi Snyder

Prayers Tammy Schnydman, Gail Lipsitz

Programs Norma Axel, Ilene Merenbloom

Publicity Helen Bronstein

Rabbis' Book Review Judy Pachino, Alice Levin,

Barbara Levenson

School Liaison Tammy Schnydman, Saralynn Glass

Sisterhood Shabbat Frida Fraiman, Merle Intner

Social Action Tammy Schnydman, Risa Gottlieb

Telephone Tree Annyce Baylin, Sheila Rosenfeld, Hulane Zolet

Trips Linda Mondell, Ellen Wiesenberger, Robin Kleiman, Marlene Siegel

Unique BoutiqueCo-Chairs Sonia Obstler, Helen Bronstein

Unique Boutique Volunteer Coordinators Roz Kurman, Cherie Stewart

Unique Boutique Raffles Anita Sherman, Norma Axel

Visiting Committee Donna Unterman, Jo Cohen

Sisterhood

BIBLIO CLOSING LUNCHEONWednesday, June 13 at 12:00 PMWe look forward to this year’s closing luncheon when Pikesville librarian, Paula Gallagher, will review contemporary favorites and apprise us of forthcoming novels to be held in the Offit Auditorium. Send your check for $20.00 made out to Beth El Sisterhood to Beth El Congregation, 8100 Park Heights Avenue, 21208 Attn: Frida Fraiman.

Barbara Levenson will open Biblio's 2018-2019 season in September with her analysis of The Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly.


Sisterhood continued

Have you "liked" the Beth El Facebook page? Find us at facebook.com/bethelbalto.

SISTERHOOD CULTURAL TRIPSTrip to Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, NJ Tuesday, June 5 from 7:45 AM-7:00 PM Our group will spend the day at this 42 -acre sculpture park and arboretum and have lunch in the Peacock Café.

If you want more information about this trip call Robin Kleiman at 410-653-0113 or Marlene Siegel at 410-484-1844. Cost: $130 for members; $140 for non-members

Trip to Washington, D.C. Thursday, September 27 from 8:30 AM-7:00 PM Our day will begin with a lovely two- hour Odyssey cruise on the Potomac River. As we relax on this glass enclosed ship, we will see breathtaking views of the nation’s great landmarks, listen to live music, and enjoy a delicious three course lunch.

When we leave the ship, we will travel to the Phillips Collection, America’s first museum of Modern Art and Contemporary Art. Here you will see works by such well known artist as Paul Cezanne, Winslow Homer, Paul Klee, Georgia O'Keefe, John Marin, and the largest most significant collection of works by Pierre Bonnard. You will find this a very special day in Washington.

Cost: $140 for members; $150 for non-members

Registration will open Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 9:30 AM. Registration forms will be on the Beth El website (bethelbalto.com) and at the reception desk at Beth El.

If you have any questions or need more information, contact Beverly Penn at 410-486-2667 or [email protected] or Marlene Siegel at 410-484-1844 or [email protected]

Trip to Marjorie Merriweather Gardens and Museum and the Hillwood Mansion in Washington D.C.Thursday, October 11 from 8:00 AM-6:30 PMHillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens is the former residence of businesswoman, socialite, philanthropist, and collector Margorie Merriweather. When we arrive at our destination, we will have an hour tour of the lovely gardens. After the tour, we will have lunch. and tour the Hillwood Mansion. For detailed information about this trip see the flyer or the Beth El website. (bethelbalto.com).

Registration for this trip will open Wednesday, June 13 at 9:30 AM. Registration forms will be available on the Beth El website (bethelbalto.com) and at the reception desk at Beth El.

If you have questions or need information, contact Ellen Wiesenberger at 410-484-6411 or [email protected] or Linda Mondell at 410-486-1542 or [email protected].

Trip to Arena StageSunday, November 11 Our group will travel to Washington D.C. to see Cole Porter’s musical Anything Goes. At the present time, we are in the process of finalizing the arrangements for this trip. Please watch for the flyer or check the Beth El website for more information.

Registration for this trip will open Sunday, August 26 at 10:30 AM. The registration form will be available on the Beth El website and at the opening meeting on a table located at the back of the Offit Auditorium.

KNITZVAH PROJECTWe knit and crochet Afghans in individual squares and then join them together into an Afghan of Love for people who are home bound or in a facility. We meet each Tuesday at 10:30 AM in the Schuster Library. If you are interested in joining us to spread the warmth or want to learn how to knit or crochet, contact Susan Himmel at 410-484-7521 or [email protected].


The Beth El Seniors are very eager to share two upcoming events in July with all of you:

Senior Shabbat on July 7

Senior Dinner on July 8 featuring Peter Wood, a magician.

Senior Shabbat this year will be honoring a dear friend and past president, who recently passed away at 90 years of age, Betty Zlotowitz. Betty served for many, many years on the Senior Board and brought much wisdom to the group.

Please plan on attending Senior Shabbat to show your love for Betty Zlotowitz.

For the first time, we are excited to present a magician at our Senior Dinner. Peter Wood will delight you with his fantastic skills. The cost for this event is $21.00 for members and $24.00 for guests. Reservations and payments are due no later than June 25, 2018. Reservations received after June 25, will not be accepted. Mark envelope “Ruthye.”

For further information, call Ruthye Steinberg at 410-655-8242 or Ellen Budish at 443-857-7499.

Save the following dates as you won’t want to miss out on our upcoming events:

August 19October 14

November 11December 9

MEMBERSHIPThe Beth El Seniors are always welcoming new members 50 years of age and older to join our active organization. Dues are only $18 per person /$36 for a couple each year. Our dinners include sharing an evening with friends, tasty food and enjoyable entertainment each month. Where else can you go for such a great deal?

Call Ellen Budish at 443/857-7499 for a membership application.

TORAH MAINTENANCE FUNDThe Seniors are pleased to provide financial support for the repairs of our Torahs and Megillahs. It is a mitzvah to contribute to a process that keeps our sacred scrolls preserved for future generations.

Torah Maintenance Cards may be purchased at the Beth El front office or contact Dorothy Fineblum at 410-653-2631. These all-purpose cards are six for $10 or $2 each.

SeniorsBeth ElUNIQUE BOUTIQUE 2018

Thank You!Unique Boutique could not have been so successful without the support of the hundreds of volunteers and members of the Beth El family. Our heartfelt thanks to all the following:

The vendors who contributed their effort and financial support;

Roz Kurman and Cherie Stewart who coordinated volunteer assignments;

Anita Sherman and Norma Axel who collected hundreds of raffle and silent auction items;

Phyllis Cutler and Honey Litman and their team who managed the cafe;

Brenda Mandel and Barbara Mendelsohn and their team who selected and sold flowers;

Alice Kuryk, Betty Dahne, Glenda Chernoff, Nancy Medin, Arlene Perloff and Ellie Spind who handled financial matters;

Hulane Zolet for her chocolate pretzels and her donation of all proceeds to the event;

Beverly Penn and Anita Steinberg and their team for managing the gift shop;

Ilene Merenbloom and Dale Kahn, co-presidents, who gave their support to this event;

Sarah Rohan and Esti Showell who coordinated publicity within our community;

Joshua Bender who bought the remaining flowers for the congregation;

Michael Ray and his staff who organized the auditorium and gave support to the vendors;

Rabbi Steven Schwartz, Rabbi Dana Saroken and Cantor Thom King for their support;

Judi Snyder whose photographs made us all look good;

Lori Downing and Lindsay Addison who coordinated food needs;

The ladies of the office-- Diane Cole, Yvonne Epstein, and Sarah Rohan;

Dr. Eyal Bor and the Beth El School staff for their support;

Steven Obstler who provided signage and computer assistance.

A heartfelt thank you to all Sisterhood volunteers who worked to make this day so successful and brought their spirit and enthusiasm to the event.

Sincerely, Helen Bronstein and Sonia Obstler Co-Chairs, Unique Boutique.

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Calendar JuneSunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

8:00 AM Morning Services6:00 PM Evening Services

9:00 AM Torah Study Class9:45 AM Learning Minyan Class10:00 AM Morning Services Bat Mitzvah of Caitlyn McIntosh11:15 AM Tot Shabbat8:15 PM Evening Services

9:15 AM Morning Services9:30 AM Torah & Yoga10:00 AM Beth El Memorial Park

Open House4:30 PM The Music of Bernstein &

Gershwin 5:30 PM Evening Services



8:00 AM Morning Services12:00 PM Sisterhood Jewish Theological

Benefactors Tea5:45 PM Meditation Sits6:45 PM Evening Services7:00 PM Wednesday Night @ The Movies



9:00 AM Torah Study Class10:00 AM Morning ServicesB’nai Mitzvah of Alexandra Evans

& Seth Krosin11:15 AM Tot Shabbat4:00 PM Remembering Dad8:30 PM Evening Services

9:15 AM Morning Services9:30 AM Torah & Yoga5:30 PM Evening Services



7:45 AM Morning Services9:15 AM Healing Services12:00 PM Biblio Closing Luncheon5:45 PM Meditation Sits6:45 PM Evening Services7:00 PM Wednesday Night @ The Movies

7:45 AM Morning Services11:30 AM Sisterhood Patron Luncheon2:00 PM Jewish Great Books Discussion

Group6:45 PM Evening Services

8:00 AM Morning Services6:00 PM Evening Services7:00 PM Summer Oneg

9:00 AM Torah Study Class10:00 AM Morning Services8:30 PM Evening ServicesBar Mitzvah of Elijah Johnston




8:00 AM Morning Services5:45 PM Meditation Sits6:45 PM Evening Services

8:00 AM Morning Services2:00 PM Caregiver Café6:45 PM Evening Services


9:00 AM Torah Study Class10:00 AM Morning ServicesBat Mitzvah of Samantha Gusman8:30 PM Evening Services




8:00 AM Morning Services5:45 Meditation Sits6:45 PM Evening Services

8:00 AM Morning Services2:00 PM Jewish Great Books Discussion



9:00 AM Torah Study Class10:00 AM Morning Services8:30 PM Evening Services

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30 Sivan

7 Tammuz

14 Tammuz

TOT SHABBATin the Kreitzer Memorial Room

Ages 0-5. Join Morah Becky for an interactive service filled with song, prayer, puppets and Torah stories. June 2, June 9


Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday


9:00 AM Torah Study Class9:45 AM Learning Minyan Class10:00 AM Morning Services Bat Mitzvah of Caitlyn McIntosh11:15 AM Tot Shabbat8:15 PM Evening Services

9:15 AM Morning Services9:30 AM Torah & Yoga10:00 AM Beth El Memorial Park

Open House4:30 PM The Music of Bernstein &

Gershwin 5:30 PM Evening Services



8:00 AM Morning Services12:00 PM Sisterhood Jewish Theological

Benefactors Tea5:45 PM Meditation Sits6:45 PM Evening Services7:00 PM Wednesday Night @ The Movies



9:00 AM Torah Study Class10:00 AM Morning ServicesB’nai Mitzvah of Alexandra Evans

& Seth Krosin11:15 AM Tot Shabbat4:00 PM Remembering Dad8:30 PM Evening Services




7:45 AM Morning Services9:15 AM Healing Services12:00 PM Biblio Closing Luncheon5:45 PM Meditation Sits6:45 PM Evening Services7:00 PM Wednesday Night @ The Movies

7:45 AM Morning Services11:30 AM Sisterhood Patron Luncheon2:00 PM Jewish Great Books Discussion


8:00 AM Morning Services6:00 PM Evening Services7:00 PM Summer Oneg

9:00 AM Torah Study Class10:00 AM Morning Services8:30 PM Evening ServicesBar Mitzvah of Elijah Johnston




8:00 AM Morning Services5:45 PM Meditation Sits6:45 PM Evening Services

8:00 AM Morning Services2:00 PM Caregiver Café6:45 PM Evening Services


9:00 AM Torah Study Class10:00 AM Morning ServicesBat Mitzvah of Samantha Gusman8:30 PM Evening Services




8:00 AM Morning Services5:45 Meditation Sits6:45 PM Evening Services

8:00 AM Morning Services2:00 PM Jewish Great Books Discussion



9:00 AM Torah Study Class10:00 AM Morning Services8:30 PM Evening Services

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2018

28 15 Tammuz14 Tammuz 29 3016 Tammuz 17 Tammuz


Cantor Thom King and the Beth El Choir present:

THE MUSIC OF BERNSTEIN AND GERSHWIN!

Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 4:30 PM in the Offit AuditoriumCelebrate Leonard Bernstein’s 100th birthday and George Gershwin’s 120th

with an afternoon of songs, stories, and surprises!

$18/person. For tickets and information, please contact Yvonne Epstein at [email protected] or 410-484-0411.

JOIN THE ONE STRAW FARM CSAJoin Beth El in Partnership with Pearlstone Center and One Straw Farm in a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Initiative. Why CSA? Support your local farmers, receive fresh, organic produce delivered to Beth El for pick-up each week during the growing season, and support environmental sustainability and stewardship practices.

To sign up for the CSA go to: www.onestrawfarm.com and click on the "membership" tab, then choose" join now" from the pull down menu. Choose Beth El as your pick-up location. For every 10 shares sold, Beth El will receive a free share that will be donated to charity.


REMEMBERING DADSaturday, June 9 at 4:00 PMThe Soul Center invites you to a conversation centered around the memories & stories of our dads & how their lives impacted us in ways large and small.

YOGAHIKES AT GUNPOWDER STATE PARK (HEREFORD)Sunday, June 10 at 10:00 AMThe Soul Center has partnered with YOGAhikes to provide 90 minutes of off-the-mat yoga, vigorous hiking, and mindful Jewish inspiration. Like yoga, mindfully soaking up a forest’s sensory stimuli - the aroma of damp wood, the sound of crunching leaves, the feeling of plush moss, the gurgling of a stream - has been shown to reduce stress, anxiety, and blood pressure. $25/pp, limited space.

Register at www.soulcenterbaltimore.org/yogahikes

HEALING SERVICE with Rabbi SarokenWednesday, June 6 at 9:15 AMWith so many people in our community in need of healing, Rabbi Saroken will be leading an hour-long prayer circle/healing service. Anyone in need of healing or praying for your loved ones is welcome. We look forward to seeing you on these Wednesday mornings.

MEDITATION SITSWednesdays, June 6, 13 & 20 from 5:45-6:15 PMThese 30-minute transformational gatherings will allow you to step out of the busyness of your life and experience the benefits of being present in the moment and free of self-judgment.

FRIDAY EVENING MEDITATION SITS Fridays from 5:20-5:50 PM; Schuster Library Drop-in and join us as we ease our way into Shabbat with guided meditation form our expert facilitators. If you choose, we welcome you to stay for Shabbat services at 6:00 PM.

CAREGIVER CAFEThursday, June 21 at 2:00 PMTake a breath, enjoy a snack, chat with fellow caregivers and meet health and human service professionals to learn about valuable resources that can help you take care of yourself and the ones you love.

This session, hear from Junnell Daniels from the Alzheimer's Association on how to work well with hired caregivers for your loved one.

FISHING TRIPSunday, June 3Calming water, casting, being with other great guys. The Zen of Fishing. Join Jeff Elkin on a private rockfish fishing trip off of Kent Island. Boat departs at 6 AM. $150/person. Space is limited.

For information, please contact Julie Hettleman at [email protected].

Coming Soon... The Soul Center’s SUMMER OF SOUL -

MIND, BODY & SPIRIT Check out our website and your

inbox for details on our new summer programs!

For all events at the Alvin and Lois Lapidus Center for Healing & Spirituality, visit soulcenterbaltimore.org for more information. The Soul Center

Are you or someone you love experiencing a life challenge or transition? Do you want some guidance and support?Sarah Shapiro, LCSW-C, our In-House Social Worker, is available to provide short-term counseling free of charge to congregants, school families and Soul Center participants, in person or over the phone. She is usually at Beth El on Tuesdays from 12:00-2:00 PM and on Thursdays from 1:00-5:00 PM.

Sarah can be reached via phone at 410-484-0411 ext. 1111 or email at [email protected].


LET’S CELEBRATE ISRAEL’S 70TH BIRTHDAYWednesday, June 6 & 13 at 7:00 PM Share Israeli films as we celebrate Israel’s milestone 70th birthday. Each film will represent a different story in the history of the growing State of Israel. There will be two speakers: one with an American perspective and one with an Israeli perspective presented at each screening. Held in the Offit Auditorium.

FEE: $10 per film at the door.

JUNE 6: SALLAH SHABATI (1965) with Ben Kreshtool, Beth El Ritual Director and Sivan Chaban, BZD. This sharp, often hilarious satire that became the most successful film in Israeli history is about new immigrants Sallah and his family, who are left in a shack near their promised apartment and are abandoned for months. A Yemenite Jewish family that was flown to Israel during “Operation Magic Carpet” in 1949 is forced to move to a government settlement camp. Sallah, the patriarch of the family , tries to make money and get better housing in a country that can barely provide for its own and is in the midst of absorbing hundreds of thousands of Jewish refugees from Arab countries.

JUNE 13: DIMONA TWIST (2016) with Hana Bor, Ph.D., Baltimore Hebrew Institute, Towson University and Neil Rubin, Ph.D., Beth Tfiloh Dahan High School. Seven women arrive in Israel by ship from North Africa and Poland in the 1950's and 1960's and are sent straight to Dimona, a town recently established in the desert. They talk about the pain of leaving their homes behind, poverty, the difficulties of adjusting in their new homeland, and their determined attempts to create rich and meaningful lives. They recount the struggles they took part in and the insights they gained, with humor, sorrow and dignity.

Please contact Ellen Marks at [email protected] or 410-580-5166 to RSVP for all Adult Education classes, whether or not there is a fee.

BETH EL RETURNS TO EASTERN EUROPE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN OVER 15 YEARS! June 23-July 4, 2019Ever dreamed of visiting the jewels of Eastern Europe like Berlin, Prague, and Warsaw with your closest friends? Then don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with your Jewish history and heritage.

Join Rabbi Steven Schwartz, Cantor Thom King and Dr. Eyal Bor on Beth El’s Eastern Europe Jewish Heritage Tour!

For itinerary, pricing and answers to questions, please contact Dr. Eyal Bor at [email protected] or 410-484-4543.

NEW!

Adult Education Beth El Memorial Park

OPEN HOUSESunday, June 3, from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM at 9700 Liberty Road, Randallstown, 21133

How do you hope to be remembered? Let us help you create a meaningful end of life ceremony.

Take a tour of our beautiful cemetery. View the open lots which are available for purchase to all Jewish families, including interfaith homes. Visit our newly-opened section and learn how to preserve your family’s legacy with our new estate lots. Get answers to your questions about a Jewish funeral from Sol Levinson & Bros., Inc., as they speak to the importance of pre-planning your final arrangements. Mention you saw this ad for a $100 discount on the purchase of two lots. If you are unable to make it to our Memorial Park Open House but are interested in purchasing cemetery lots, please make an appointment by June 15 iwith Sarah Rohan to take advantage of the $100 off the purchase of two lots.

Please contact Sarah Rohan at [email protected] or 410-484-0411 for more information.

Photo Credit: Judi Snyder

MAZEL TOV TO BETH EL'S FIRST TWO GRADUATES OF OUR ACHSHAV CLASS.

EDEN OBERFELD & RACHEL SILHAVY

Achshav was established in 2014 under the direction of Dr. Eyal Bor as a continuing education program for Beth El's post-B'nai Mitvah students. We are proud to announce that Eden Oberfeld and Rachel Silhavy completed 4 years of high school education and were among the first class, along with students from Chizuk Amuno, to travel to Israel under the guidance of this meaningful enrichment program.


School NewsMELANIE BLATT HIRED AS BETH EL'S CANTOR EDUCATOR & DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Beth El Congregation has announced it has hired Melanie Blatt to serve as Cantor Educator and Director of Community Engagement. She will begin her position in July of 2018.

In her new role, Cantor Blatt will collaborate with and support Beth El clergy in leading services, teaching

congregants, and officiating at life cycle events. Additionally, Cantor Blatt plans to establish a young professionals group within the Beth El community and will work with clergy to strengthen the congregation Hesed outreach initiative with a specific focus on Bikur Holim, the mitzvah to visit and extend aid to the sick.

“I am honored to join Rabbi Schwartz, Rabbi Saroken, and Cantor King, a very special clergy team,” said Cantor Blatt. “Beth El has such a solid foundation of community and there are so many niches that are ready and waiting to be developed. I am particularly excited to lead a special interest group which will bring spiritually and physically healing music to people in hospice and assisted living.”

Melanie first began working part-time at Beth El Congregation in 2013, leading High Holy Day and Shabbat Services for families. She also served as Beth El’s Youth Programming Director and Music Educator for the Hebrew School. Before her cantorial appointment at Beth El, Cantor Blatt served as Musical Director for Shirei HaNeshama in Wellesley, Massachusetts.

“We are thrilled to welcome Cantor Melanie Blatt back to her hometown as she begins her full-time work at Beth El as a Cantor and educator this summer,” said Senior Rabbi Steven Schwartz. “Melanie has been

a presence in our congregation for some time now, working with our Hebrew school students, leading family High Holy Day services, and working with our Hebrew school families on fun and meaningful Shabbat programs. Melanie brings terrific musical talent, a deep love of Judaism, and a unique spark and spirit to all that she does. I am proud and grateful to welcome her to our Senior Staff.”

As Cantor Educator, Ms. Blatt will continue to plan and lead High Holy Day family services and other family and youth services on Shabbat at the main campus and satellite sites throughout the year, including Tot Shabbat, preschool Shabbat Friday mornings, and special services for religious school students.

“It has been my privilege and pleasure to watch Melanie mature through the years as both a musician and a teacher, and I’m delighted that she has decided to join the Beth El family”, said Cantor Thom King. “Anyone who has seen her engage with children and their parents during Shabbat and High Holiday Family Services knows that she brings a special joy, spirit, and love for Judaism to all that she does. I’m looking forward to having her work with me as we continue to

expand Beth El’s vision of the future, and I know that she will continue to work her magic in all of her new responsibilities.”

“It is a dream come true to work with Cantor King,” said Ms. Blatt. “I first admired Cantor King for his stunning

performance of Elijah when I sang with him and the Baltimore Choral Arts Society.”

Cantor Blatt earned her Cantorial Ordination for Spiritual and Educational Leadership as well as a Masters of Jewish Studies from Hebrew College. She also holds a Masters of Jewish Education from Towson University’s Baltimore Hebrew Institute. As an undergraduate at the University of Maryland, Cantor Blatt sang in the Jewish a cappella group, Kol Sasson, during which time she toured the country, including a stop at the White House to sing for President Obama at his annual Hanukkah party.

"Melanie brings terrific musical talent, a deep love of Judaism, and a unique spark

and spirit to all that she does."


CONGRATULATIONS!!Ezra, Lainie, Lucas, Sadie, Kyle, Alexa, Autumn, Savannah, Millie, Meredith, Gabby, Logan, Lila, Miles, Levi, Joshua, Spencer

Mazel Tov to the Pre-K class of 2018! It’s been amazing to see you all learn and grow! Wishing you all the happiness and may all your dreams come true!

Mandy

School NewsGRANDPARENTS DAYVEHICLE DAY

THANK YOUto grandparents and special friends who attended this year’s Beth El

religious School Grandparent’s Day on Sunday, April 29th.

Students were engaged with their grandparents in the classroom as they shared stories, reviewed Hebrew and prepared for the upcoming holiday of Lag B’Omer. Grandparents who came to Kitah Dalet’s classes participated in a skype call with a class in Ashkelon, Israel. It is a pleasure to see families engaged

in learning together. We look forward to seeing parents and grandparents in the

building next school year!


HEBREW SCHOOL 2018-2019Dear Religious School Parents,

There were many captivating experiences this year at the Berman-Lipavsky Religious School: the Olive Oil factory with JCRAFTS, the Dalet classes skype sessions with Ashkelon early on Sunday mornings, and charoset making with Pearlstone Farm in preparation for Pesach. Each program was multi-sensory experience that led to further reinforcement of the concepts that are taught in the classrooms. As we plan for the next school year, you will see more hands-on school programs throughout the year. This is just one of the many enhancements that we are making to our curriculum next year to make the program more engaging, educational and exciting!

Again, for 2018-2019 registration, we continue to offer the application online. The registration form is available to complete online on the Beth El website and the link is on the religious school email updates. Please be in touch if you have questions as you complete the form online. You have the option to pay the deposit online by credit card (with a 3% processing fee) or by check. You are also welcome to complete the form by hand and send it in with a check. The paper application is available on the Beth El website or in the religious school office.

GENERAL REGISTRATIONHebrew The 2018-2019 school year brings a big change to the Hebrew program. With consultation from the school committee and clergy support, we will no longer offer Hebrew tracks.

Moving forward, each grade will be assigned to a specific set of prayers that the teachers will work with classes on mastering during the school year as well as prayers associated with holidays. Teachers will also be expected to use Hebrew language regularly in their classrooms including popular Jewish phrases, values, and more. Please be in touch if you have any questions about this change.

Text Messaging for Reminders and UpdatesThere is a new section on the registration page that asks for you to authorize Beth El to send text messages to your cell phone. Beth El religious school has signed up to start sending message alerts via texts. This will be a fast way that you can get reminders from your teachers and updates about weather and upcoming programs. With your permission, the messages will be conveniently sent to your phone.

In AdditionEnhanced Pre-K programming: The all new B’resheet Class!

We have gotten more interest in preschool programming for children on Sunday mornings. This year, we will revamp the siblings program, offering the B’resheet pre-K class for children ages 2-4 years old. There will be more Judaic content including holiday celebrations and beginners Aleph/Bet as well as specials including music and Hebrew. Please share with your friends!

Technology Based Curriculum

Due to the success from the first LIVE from Beth El event, money was raised to increase the level of technology in the schools. We are in the process of researching curriculum, programs and apps that offers a high level of technology use.

During the year, several components of different programs will be tested in the school. More details will be available in the 2018-2019 Curriculum Overview.

Both the T’filah Team and Mitzvah Monsters will continue next year. These are two amazing organic opportunities for students to become comfortable and empowered to participate in Shabbat morning services.

School News

SUMMER ONEGSFridays, June 15, July 20 & August 17 at 7:00 PMPlease join us for our summer onegs! Friday evening after services, we will have a lovely oneg outside under the evening sky. Come join us for chilled wines, an array of delicious appetizers and most importantly time to foster relationships within the Beth El community.

Contact Yvonne Epstein at [email protected] if you would like to co-sponsor an oneg for $18/oneg.


For your donations to be accurately processed and put into the monthly Voice, please include the full name and address to whom the donation is being sent. These contributions were made between April 1, 2018 and April 30, 2018.

THE ADLER-LEV SCHOLARSHIP FUNDIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Judy Schlossberg by Renny and Diane Israel, Mike and Susan Paymer, Janet Gold, Dr. Paul and Fern Sheitel, Dick and Sue Rotner

THE ADULT CHOIR FUNDIN HONOR OF:The engagement of Tovah Gittel King, daughter of Cantor Thom and Shazy King, to David Sharaby by Gail Lipsitz, Sidney and Eunice Friedman, Michael DopkinThe birth of a granddaughter to Morris and Marsha Saks by The Beth El Adult ChoirThe marriage of Sophie Snyder, daughter of Howard and Judi Snyder, to Rob Farley by Lee and Judy RosenbergIN APPRECIATION OF:Cantor Thom and Shazy King for including us in your Passover Seder by Spencer, Susan and Eli AllenCantor Thom and Shazy King by Philip DeitchmanA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Sharon Dorenfeld by Richard and Phyllis KlineIN MEMORY OF:Neil Goren by Steve and Freddye SilvermanBetty Zlotowitz by Steve and Freddye Silverman, Dr Joseph and Linda NaporaIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Linda Vivian Mandel by Edward and Yvonne Epstein

THE RABBI JACOB & MIRIAM AGUS SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Alan Weiner by Elaine WeinerIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Israel Sinsky by Ellwood and Thelma Sinsky

THE SUSAN & SPENCER ALLEN TEEN TRAVEL TO ISRAEL FUND

IN HONOR OF:The 70th birthday of Dr. Stephen Gottesman by Burton and Renee King

THE MICHELLE & BARTON AZWALINSKY HEALING SERVICES ENDOWMENT FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Neil Goren by Barton and Michelle Azwalinsky

THE DAVID BAER YOUTH FUNDIN HONOR OF:The 70th birthday of Dr. Stephen Gottesman by Burton and Renee King

THE STANLEY L. BECKER MISHPACHAH SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Abraham Alhadeff by Carole and Carly Becker and Family, Adrienne, Gary and Zach ReicherIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Selma Baum by Dr. David and Sheryl Reicher and Family

THE MARILYN & GARY BERMAN FAMILY PRE-SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Sandy Engelman by Cyrile GorenIN MEMORY OF:Betty Zlotowitz by Ilene Vogelstein and Shoshana CardinIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Edward Schmall by Leon and Shirley Cohen

THE DANIEL W. CAPLAN & NORMA F. CAPLAN PRE-SCHOOL MEDIA

RESOURCE FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Frances Smeyne by Drs. Sheldon and Arlene Bearman, Ira and Ann RobinsonIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Marvin Foxman by Richard and Elizabeth CaplanBetty and Milton Mofsovitz by Howard and Alice Moffet

THE MELVIN & NAOMI CHERNOFF MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Neil Goren by Glenda ChernoffAlan Weiner by Michael and Marissa Myers, Beth Shavitz

THE JACK B. COONIN MEMORIAL FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Alan Weiner by Andy and Stephanie Pelmoter

THE LOUIS & ESTHER DOPKIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Jacob Taccardi by Michael DopkinIN HONOR OF:The engagement of Tovah Gittel King, daughter of Cantor Thom and Shazy King, to David Sharaby by Hilda Dopkin

THE SYLVAN DORENFELD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Sharon Dorenfeld by Gerald and Linda Mondell, Jim and Marilyn Dickman, Sidney and Eunice Friedman, Donald and Eileen Himelfarb

THE DR. LARRY D. EPSTEIN SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The college graduations of the grandchildren of Larry and Simone Rosenbloom by Ettadean Epstein

THE DR. MICHAEL I. FEINGLASS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Alan Weiner by Donald and Eileen Himelfarb

THE JACOBO & SARA FRAIMAN FUND FOR ADULT JEWISH

IN HONOR OF:The engagement of Tovah Gittel King, daughter of Cantor Thom and Shazy King, to David Sharaby by Dr. Moises and Frida FraimanA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Linda Mondell by Dr. Moises and Frida FraimanIN MEMORY OF:Alan Weiner by Dr. Moises and Frida FraimanIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Jose Finkelstein by Dr. Moises and Frida Fraiman

THE LEONARD & FRONA FRIEDMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Sandra B. Dackman by Elliot and Susan Dackman

THE SONYA & JEROME GOODMAN ADULT HEBREW READING FUND

IN HONOR OF:The birth of Tatum Jolie Henriquez, great-granddaughter of Jerome and Sonya Goodman by Michael Dopkin

THE RAY S. & NETTYE P. GOULD SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Sylvia Gould and Ray Gould by Robert and Celia Gould

THE GREEN FAMILY RELIGIOUS SERVICES FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Irene Snyder by Benjy and Barbara GreenIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Florence Schwartzman by Benjy and Barbara Green

THE CANTOR SAUL & AILEEN HAMMERMAN MUSIC FUND

A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Marilyn Abrahams by Cyrile GorenIN MEMORY OF:Alan Weiner by Jill, Blaire, Lena, Stephanie, Kyung, Bryan, Terry, Tracey, Heather, Leslie, David, Eileen, William, Mercy and Vanessa

THE HARK – UHLFELDER FAMILY FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Neil Goren by Keith Hark, Linda HarkRobert Maycon by Felice Stoller

THE JOSEPH FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR SPECIAL NEEDS

IN HONOR OF:The Bar Mitzvah of Josh Berman, grandson of Joel and Judy Berman, by Bill and Mollie Smulyan

THE ARTHUR E. KLAFF MEMORIAL FUNDA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Gail Shugarman by Gerald and Linda MondellLinda Mondell by Barbara Levenson, Neal and Shelley Cierler

IN MEMORY OF:Alan Weiner by Barbara LevensonBetty Zlotowitz by Barbara LevensonIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Marvin M. Levenson by Barbara Levenson and FamilyBertha Shapiro by Gerald and Linda Mondell

THE MINNIE & MAX KRIEGER SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Jacob Taccardi by Frank and Judi Dermer, Seema Goldbergh

THE ZENA NADINE KRONSBERG MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Milton Schwartz by Elaine Kronsberg

THE SUSAN FINE LANGSAM MEMORIAL FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Fannye Friedman by Dr. Joseph and Linda Napora

THE DR. HARRY & ZELDA LEVIN FACULTY DEVELOPMENT FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Dr. Jules Millman by Steven and Michelle Levin

THE HARRY LICHTER CHESED FUNDIN HONOR OF:The Bar Mitzvah of Emory Fisher, son of Beth Fisher by Jeff and Saralyn ElkinThe special anniversary of Dr. Gerald and Nancy Title by Sheryl and Stuart TitleIN APPRECIATION OF:Hulane Zolet by Saralyn ElkinIN MEMORY OF:Jeffrey Stolzer by Alan and Beverly GershMurray Handler by Alan and Beverly GershIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Rosalie Lazarus by Joy Lichter

THE JOSEPH LIPAVSKY SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Dr. Robert Keehn by Stanley and Carolyn SilvermanIN MEMORY OF:Dr. Jules Millman by Don and Beverly WilsonIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Ned and Esther Reich by Fred and Barbara WellingtonCelia Levine by Marsha Levine

THE H. ALLAN LIPSITZ ENDOWED ADULT EDUCATION FUND

IN HONOR OF:The 60th wedding anniversary of Adrienne and Sidney Millman by Sonia ObstlerIN APPRECIATION OF:Shira Zeliger and the Hebrew Class in Siddur Reading by Joseph CoffeyIN MEMORY OF:Dr. Neil D. Josephson by Gail LipsitzAlan Weiner by Janet Penn

THE NATHAN & PAULINE MASH PRE-SCHOOL FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Jacob Taccardi by Arnold and Janet Mazor

THE MITZVAH FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Alan Weiner by Stuart and Lisa RubinIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Mary Weisman by Marilyn Weisman and FamilyLeon and Pearl Zerolnick by Dr. Lawrence and Barbara ZerolnickMorris Silberman and Jerome Silberman by Susan SilbermanGertrude Levy and Alfred Levy by Julya Hoffman

THE MORNING MINYAN FUNDIN HONOR OF:The special birthday of Stanley Rutko by Stephen and Aliza GottesmanA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Rita Silverman by Evelyn MorrisonIN MEMORY OF:Neil Goren by Ray and Dale KahnIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Melba Meister by Andrew Meister

Contributions & Endowments


THE BATYA & HADAS NIGRIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Jodi Finglass by Dr. Albert and Lisi NigrinMark Eisenberg by Dr. Albert and Lisi NigrinMichael Pintzuk by Dr. Albert and Lisi Nigrin

THE ISAAC & FANNIE PEVER HEBREW EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Dr. Jules Millman by Icy, Lenny, Gloria and Dick Gordon

THE PRAYER BOOK FUNDIN HONOR OF:The 50th wedding anniversary of Marlene and Mark Nusinov by Bobbie Krosin SelnickThe special birthday of Dr. Robert Keehn and his reading of the Haftorah by Arnold and Joyce FrumanThe special birthday of Judy Schlossberg by Arnold and Joyce FrumanIN MEMORY OF:Bryan Berg by Stephen and Deborah WeissSam Nusinov by Bobbie Krosin SelnickAlan Weiner by John SchryberIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Reuben Rudick by Harold and Faye TrippeSamuel Handleman by Gerald and Linda MondellNathan Bloom by Fred and Phyllis LondonEstelle Goodman by Marc and Leslie Katz

THE EDDY SCHUSTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY FUND

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Samuel Kresser by Ellwood and Thelma Sinsky

THE RABBI STEVEN SCHWARTZ TRIBUTE FUND

IN HONOR OF:The 50th wedding anniversary of Jay and Ellen Morstein by Renny and Diane IsraelThe 40th wedding anniversary of Frank and Ruth Blatt by Marshall and Dr. Joanne RiefThe special birthday of Marty Kroot by Fred and Phyllis LondonThe marriage of Sophie Snyder, daughter of Howard and Judi Snyder, to Rob Farley by Sidney and Eunice FriedmanThe Bat Mitzvah of Sydney Brooks, daughter of Drs. Steven and Maya Brooks by Keith and Denise FranzThe Bat Mitzvah of Alexa Grossman, daughter of Andrew and Jennifer Grossman by Keith and Denise FranzThe Bat Mitzvah of Sydney Brooks, granddaughter of Michael and Gail Brooks by Bruce and Annette IngermanIN APPRECIATION OF:Rabbi Steven and Becky Schwartz and Family for hosting Gabrielle during Pesach by The Finestone FamilyRabbi Steven Schwartz by Sharon CaplanThe kindness of the clergy and the lay minyan leaders during Shiva by Harvey and Anita ScheinA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Ron Levine by Saul and Ann OffitLinda Mondell by Sidney and Eunice Friedman, Judy PachinoCarol Lerner by The Mah Jongg Girls – Harriet, Arlyn and ElaineIN MEMORY OF:Rina Janet by Drs. Myles and Rosemarie BragerNeil Goren by Marshall and Dr. Joanne Rief, Kenneth and Anita BaumJesse Margulies by Molly MarguliesSam Nusinov by Marc and Faye Sherman, Roy and Marge DeutschmanSheila Sweren by Judy PachinoAlan Weiner by Judy Pachino, Betty Prince, Heather French, Stuart and Marcy Kreindler, Robert and Bonnie GaronzikJacob Taccardi by Dr. Stephen Gould and Ruthie BlockEdna Jacobi by Fred and Phyllis LondonNeena Schwartz by Irene Snyder, Marcia FriedlanderFrances Smeyne by Sally Goldberg, John and Fran Flanigan, Emmett and Ida Collins, Dr. Lyndell and Suzanne Schwartz and Barbara Cohen, Arnold and Sue Kohn, James and Marilyn Dickman, Robert and Ellen Yerman, David and Marcia Danoff, Jeff and Debbie Waranch, Gwen Hirsch, Roger and Flo Lipitz, Joey and Ted Levy and Family, Jules and Froma WillenBetty Zlotowitz by Steve and Myra Katz, Beth El Social Action CommitteeLois Robins by Fred and Phyllis LondonNora Zolotorow by Samuel and Suzanne Grant

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Morris Mishner by Dr. Ed and Ann MishnerRichard M. Cole by Diane Cole and children

THE AILENE SHER SOUL CENTER FUNDIN HONOR OF:The Bar Mitzvah of Josh Berman, son of David and Wendy Berman by Jeff and Saralyn ElkinThe Bat Mitzvah of Katherine Schnee, daughter of Dr. Charles and Dara Schnee by Jeff and Saralyn ElkinIN APPRECIATION OF:A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Sandra Berman by Dr. Arnold and Beverly FeldmanSusan Balaban by Esther LaytonLinda Mondell by Stuart and Ellen WiesenbergerSharon Dorenfeld by Burton and Renee KingIN MEMORY OF:Sam Nusinov by Burton and Renee KingAlan Weiner by Howard and Roz KurmanSonia Blumenthal by Rory and Robin DechowitzFrances Smeyne by Bill and Karen GlaserRon Levine by Steve and Myra KatzStephen Fishbein by Steve and Myra KatzJacob Taccardi by Greg and Audrey SperrNeena Schwartz by Greg and Audrey SperrIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Pearl Silberman by Susan SilbermanNathan Cohen by Maurice FriedMarvin Reamer and Gus Reamer by Marilyn Reamer KolmanDaniel Horowitz by Henry and Suzanne Horowitz

THE RICKY SIEGEL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN HONOR OF:The Bar Mitzvah of Joshua Berman, grandson of Jeffrey and Honey Litman by Jules and Froma WillenIN MEMORY OF:Ronald Levine by Paul and Sherri Weinblatt

THE SISTERHOOD PAST PRESIDENTS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

A SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Linda Mondell by Lee and Judy RosenbergIN MEMORY OF:Alan Weiner by Lee and Judy Rosenberg

THE MORTON SPIND CONFIRMATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Frances Smeyne by Ellie Spind

THE MELVIN & ANITA STEINBERG COLLEGE OUTREACH PROGRAM FUND

IN HONOR OF:The engagement of Tovah Gittel King, daughter of Cantor Thom and Shazy King, to David Sharaby by Mickey and Anita SteinbergA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Sharon Dorenfeld by Melvin and Anita SteinbergIN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Jerry Akman by Melvin and Anita Steinberg

THE STEINHARDT-BALACHOW FAMILY YOUTH FUND

IN HONOR OF:The marriage of Casey Lieberman, daughter of Dr. Jeffrey and Diane Lieberman by Rich and Ellen Hollander

THE DENNIS & RONA WEINER SOCIAL WELFARE FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Alan Weiner by Joel Gulick

THE DR. MICHAEL WEINTRAUB MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Sam Nusinov by Steve and Susie Weintraub

THE YAHRZEIT FUNDIN MEMORY OF:Frances Smeyne by Lisa Pintzuk

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE YAHRZEIT OF:Leonard S. Friedman by Marcia KatzIrving Marmer by James and Ellen MarmerBenjamin Japko, Ida Reisman, Rose Goldstein and Marcy Japko by Rica ReismanRuth Hartman by Barry and Barbara FriedMorris Bass by Richard and Rita LehrRose Forchheimer, William Forchheimer and Fred Forchheimer by Sheldon and Beverly ForchheimerMorris B. Hack by Seema GoldberghRose Alpert by Marvin and Barbara HurwitzJay Schechter by Jack and Amy LebowitzRuth Polansky by Barry PolanskyGoldie Nelson by Harold and Temma RubinIrving Pritzker by Martha Pritzker and FamilyRosita S. Laznik by Janice PortneyGordon Benjamin Lowenberg by Nell Margolis BorgesonSylvia Blum by Stuart and Phyllis CutlerTheodore Marks by Marvin and Dee MarksHerbert Levy by Leon LevyNorman N. Owrutsky by Morton OwrutskySara Brown by Ginny SchweitzerBessie Rubenstein by Michael Rubenstein and Hedy FromSamuel Oletsky and Betty Hurwitz by Barry and Ruth HurwitzSam Appelbaum by Howard and Marlene AppelbaumRose Friedman by Don FriedmanHoward Jachman by Nancy JachmanEarl Rottman by Harold RottmanJune Hilda Finkelstein by Roy and Benita FinkelsteinMelvin Berger by Jeanne BergerHoward Berdoff by Barry and Barbara FriedFlorence Epstein, Leonard Epstein and Rebecca Massing by Marjorie MassingOscar Holzman by Marilyn HolzmanMelvin Berger by Michael Danels and Mindy BergerTheodore Dunn by Ed and Judy DworkinSophie Berger by Jeanne BergerJulius Seidman by Dr. Sidney and Rebecca SeidmanMordecai Gottesman Stephen and Aliza GottesmanTheodore Marks by Marvin and Dee MarksAudrey and Leonard Rotkovitz by Royce MinkoveElsie Brickman, Mary and Dora Lipsitz by Thomas and Beth GreenwaltLaurie Ann Barnstein by Lee and Joyce Barnstein

THE YOUTH EDUCATION FUNDA SPEEDY RECOVERY TO:Linda Mondell by Keith and Denise FranzSandy Berman by Keith and Denise FranzIN MEMORY OF:Neil Goren by Keith and Denise FranzMichael Pintzuk by Ann KurlanderAlan Weiner by Keith and Denise FranzSam Nusinov by Steven and Fran BaumTed Moss by Cookie BenskyGloria Pruce by Keith and Denise FranzNeena Schwartz by Keith and Denise FranzFrances Smeyne by Chuck and Carole Smolken, Jim and Paula Morris, Keith and Denise Franz, Shirley SassJoan Fiddle by Marcia KatzStephen Fishbein by Marcia KatzJacob Taccardi by Linda Mizrahi, Allan Varady and Dan Sagel

THE AL & BETTY ZLOTOWITZ CHAPEL MAINTENANCE FUND

IN MEMORY OF:Betty Zlotowitz by Marc and Faye Sherman, Sonia Obstler, Evelyn Morrison, Robert and Eva Slatkin, Burton and Renee King, Michael Ray and Family, Keith and Denise Franz, Randy, Maryn and Noah Jacobs, Alice Adler and June Sacks, Cyrile Goren, Dr. Malcolm Renbaum, Maxine Sisserman, Irene Snyder, Marcia Friedlander, Wendie and Keith Berenson, Audrey Lifcovich, Sheila Leiss, Gregory and Donna Eisenstadt, Dr. Lyndell and Suzanne Schwartz, Judy Myerberg, Ira and Debra Sperling, Michael and Colleen Steenberge, Ryan Levine, Rory and Robin Dechowitz, Buddy and Carolyn Hubberman, Ken and Anita Baum, Paul and Shelly Abrams, Stephen and Jane Oliner, Bob and Judy Miller, Dr. David and Sheryl Reicher, Carl and Arlene Sperling, Susan Simon, Lois Balser, Gerald Brickman and Shirley Rodbell, Sandra Levin, Bruce and Lisa Supovitz, Bill and Ann Stiebing, Greg and Audrey Sperr, Rony and Marilyn Werthamer, Ellen Blake, Ellyn Sopher, Ann Berodt, Sandy Weiner, Jerald and Rita MalinRon Levine by Myron and Ellen AsherDr. Jerome Schwartzman by The Zlotowitz Family – Howard, Linda and Ellen

LEAF ON THE TREE OF LIFEIn honor of the Bat Mitzvah of Madeline Grace Tannebaum by her grandparents, David and Linda Oravecz

SUPPORTERS $1,000 TO $1,999Michael and Clara Klein H. Lee and Ann Mantelmacher

SPONSORS $500 TO $999Dr. Hirsch and Lillian Seidman

CONTRIBUTORS $300 TO $499Arthur and Robin Kaplan Jon and Jennifer Krieger Robert Moss

GUARANTORS $150 TO $299Brian and Shelley BluefeldDr. Moises and Frida FraimanFlora Friedman Dr. Marshall Goldman Robert and June Jacobs

ASSOCIATES $1 TO $149Josephine Becker Sybil Kolodny Sidney and Adrienne MillmanDeborah Satisky Julian and Rhona Sober Shirley Whitman

BETH EL ANNUAL APPEAL CONTRIBUTIONSThis gift is tax deductible to the extent provided by law. These contributions were made between April 1, 2018 and April 30, 2018.

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PERMIT 5536

8101 Park Heights AvenueBaltimore, Maryland 21208

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Beth El, a progressive and inclusive congregation affiliated with the Conservative Movement, fulfills the spiritual, educational, and social needs of its

members by nurturing religious practices and tradition, Jewish values and Tikkun Olam.

Phone: 410-484-0411 • School Phone: 410-484-4543 • www.bethelbalto.com

Rabbi Jacob B. Agus, z”l (1911-1986) Founding Rabbi

Rabbi Mark G. Loeb, z”l (1944-2009)

Cantor Saul Z. Hammerman, z”l (1926-2008)

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Let Us Host You!Beth El has many beautiful spaces available to host your special occasion.

Events include:

• Kiddush Luncheons

• Weddings

• Shabbat Dinners

• Baby Namings

• Bris

• and many more!

Contact Lori Downing, Event Coordinator, at [email protected] or 410-484-0411 for more information on how to host your event at Beth El!

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