SHOFAR March 2020 Adar-Nisan 5780

FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICES

March 6 5:30 PM

March 13 5:30 PM

March 20 5:30 PM

March 27 5:30 PM

SATURDAY MORNINGS

Torah Study

Every Saturday 8:45 am

Samson Social Hall

Saturday Shabbat Services

10:00 am in the Goodman Family

Chapel

March 7

March 14

March 21

March 28

Torah Portions March 2020

March 7—11 Adar

Tetzaveh (You Shall Command)

Exodus 27:20 - 30:10

G-d appoints Aaron and his sons as priests, and describes priestly clothing. Aaron is commanded to make incense offerings every morning on an altar, and to make an offering on that altar once a

year to atone for all of the Israelites’ sins.

March 14—18 Adar

Ki Tisa (When You Elevate)

Exodus 30:11 - 34:35

Moses stays with G-d on Mt. Sinai for 40 days and 40 nights,

where he is given the 10 Commandments. The Israelites, fearing

Moses will never return, build a golden calf. Moses, seeing this,

smashes the tablets on the ground, and builds a tent to be his meet-

ing place with G-d..

March 21—25 Adar

Vayakhel (And He Assembled)

Exodus 35:1 - 38:20

G-d commands the Israelites not to do any work in the sanctuary on

Shabbat. The Israelites gather gifts for G-d. Moses says that

Ohaliab and Bezalel, who are filled with the spirit of G-d, should

build G-d’s sanctuary.

March 28—3 Nisan

Vayikra (And He Called)

Leviticus 1:1 - 5:26

G-d describes the laws of animal sacrifice. G-d explains the differ-

ent sacrifices that atone for guilt or sins, and distinguishes between

sins committed inadvertently and sins committed on purpose.

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Temple Leadership

Bob Glast President

Sanford Friedman VP

Rosanne Ezer Treasurer

Fred Fabricant Ritual Chair

Bobbie Rosenberg Corporate Secretary

Terrie Turner Chavurah Chair

Ann Miller Membership Chair

Micki Greenspan Ambassador

Nancy Singer Women of Sinai

Gary Kreger Brotherhood

Lily Mazet Parent Teacher Organization

Marvin Paul House & Grounds

President’s Circle

Picce & Bob Glast

Vernon Kozlen z”l

Mitzie & Jack Olshansky

Patron

Leslie & Joel Hirschberg

Jessica and James Greene

Patron Mitzvah

Ruth & Morris Beschloss

Marion Cowle

Sharon & Rod Hill

Ann & Glynne Miller

Ruth & Jerry Newman

Nancy & Arthur Shorr

Marcia & Rick Stein

Single Patron

Janet Ball

Sandie Eichberg

Fred Fabricant

Lillian Fox z”l

Sally Frank

Shirley Greenwall

Kathy Kapler z”l

Gladys Layne

Reesa Manning

Alicia Rodriquez

Nancy Singer

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President’s Message

The Nominating Committee has been formed for next year’s

Board of Trustees openings chaired by Micki Greenspan. Shortly,

an email will be sent to all members asking for volunteers to

submit a resume, and why they would like to serve on the Board.

We encourage all of you to send your information in.

The rabbinical search committee has been interviewing candidates, and having qualified

candidates in for person-to-person interviews. This is an important decision, so we are not

rushing. We are so lucky to have volunteers and staff who are capable, willing and excited

about leading Friday and Saturday services, as well as Torah study.

Special thanks goes to our Avi Levine Religious School Principal, Arava Talve. Not only is she

doing an outstanding job with the religious school, but has been instrumental in filling the

spots necessary to keep our religious services available to meet our members’ needs.

A brief reminder: Many people love our musical services headlined by Wayne Abravanel, as

well as the Zimra service with additional musicians. Temple Sinai has a Music Fund, and I

encourage you to contribute to this fund so we can maintain our outstanding musical program.

As I complete my 2nd year as Temple President I refer you to “Weiler’s Law” which states:

“Nothing is impossible for people who don’t have to do it themselves.”

Bob Glast

President

Bob Glast, President

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From the Principal/Melamedet

In January some of our religious school students participated in the Shabbaton at Camp Alomim in Simi Valley. For our younger students, it was an introduction to Jewish camping. They all gathered at Sinai early Friday afternoon to take the three-hour journey. Our students joined those from four other Temples in the Los Angeles area for a fun Shabbat and Havdalah experience. Many thanks to our Jewish Federation for making the trip possible for our students! Upon returning, we interviewed the students and asked them about their experience. Here are some of their responses:

“I liked the Alpine tower! There were many ways to climb and the views were awesome.”

“On Erev Shabbat we all dressed up and I got to see some friends I made from last summer.”

“The food was great.”

“The soccer field was big and we had fun on the obstacle course.”

“Singing Jewish songs before and after the meal was really nice.”

“The rotation of activities was good because we got to experience everything.”

“The cabins and the bunk beds were fun because I got the top.”

“I liked the discussions. We talked about Jewish traditions and holidays.”

“Learning Jewish songs and singing the prayers was fun.”

“I learned more about Jewish traditions and rituals.”

“The experience made me even more excited about becoming a Bat Mitzvah.”

Many thanks to Abi Sanford who chaperoned the students during the drive, and also served as a counselor for the weekend. The students will be sharing their experiences during our next school T’fillah on Sunday at 11:30am.

Arava Talve, Principal

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GENEROUS DONATIONS

GENERAL FUND

YAHRZEIT

By: Mitzie & Jack Olshansky in memory of Lillian Fox

By: Mitzie & Jack Olshansky in memory of Dr. Jonathon Lubens

By: Mitzie & Jack Olshansky in memory of Selma Spondre

By: Ron & Renee Partelow in memory of Linda J. Bookin

By: Gloria & Ed Rudetsky in memory of Bertha Rudetsky

By: Dr. Paul and Stephanie Ross in memory of Dr. Jonathon Lubens

By: Susan Kross in memory of Lillian Fox

By: Bernanrd Zemol in memory of Anna Zemol

By: Carole & Jerry Corngold in memory of Jack Corngold

By: Ethel Cooperman in memory of Nathaniel Cooperman

By: Gladys Layne in memory of Emma Chapman

By: Gordon and Eve Kramer in memory of Joseph Kramer

TZEDAKAH

By: David A. Guemick

By: Karen & Steven Sissellman

By: Paul Grossberg & Dean Ziemke

By: Steven & Evelyn Alden

By: Stephanie Ross in honor of the birthday of Paul Ross

By: Judith Weissman & Weissman Family Foundation

RABBI AVI LEVINE RELIGIOUS SCHOOL

By: Gary Levin

MITZVAH FOOD BANK

By: Tori Hayden

By: Barbara Durkheimer in honor of Leah & Stuart Durkheimer

KOL NIDRE PLEDGE

By: Irwin Fuchs

Pirke Avot 3:17: “Without bread, there is no Torah; without Torah

there is no bread.”

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Women of Sinai Pre-Passover Panera Fundraiser

for the Rabbi Avi Levine Religious School

Get your hametz while you still can!

Monday, March 23 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM

34180 Monterey Ave in Palm Desert

Bring your friends!

Just print the flyer on the

next page, (or pick one up

at the temple) and bring it

with you to Panera Bread.

Part of the cost of your

purchase will be donated to

the school. It’s that easy.

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FESTIVAL OF QUEEN ESTHER

A COMMUNITY EVENT

SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2020

11:00 AM to 3:00 PM * Megillah Reading at 10:00 AM

Brought to you by:

Temple Sinai * Temple Isaiah * Calvary Chapel * First School of the Desert

Games

Prizes

Food Trucks Temple Sinai * 73251 Hovley Lane West * Palm Desert, CA * 92260

www.templesinaipd.org

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DINNER

And A

MOVIE

Temple Sinai Brotherhood presents:

The Angel The true-life story of Ashraf Marwan, the son-in-law of the Egyptian president

Gamal Abdel Nasser, who became a spy for Israel's Mossad.

Deli Dinner From

Sherman’s Deli

$15 per person

Thursday,

March 12

5:30 PM

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BROTHERHOOD

BRUNCH SUNDAY, MARCH 15

10:00 AM

Free to all paid Brotherhood members, and those joining on that day

(Cost to join: $36.00)

All Temple Sinai members welcome (Non Brotherhood members $10.00)

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Presentation by president Gary Kreger on the state of the

Brotherhood and future plans. Some exciting events

planned you will not want to miss.

General interactive discussion on ways to improve Brother-

hood performance and service to members and the temple.

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CAR WASH

RABBI AVI LEVINE RELIGIOUS SCHOOL

FUNDRAISER FOR CONFIRMATION LEGACY GIFT

SUNDAY, MARCH 15

9:30 AM TO 12:30 PM

TEMPLE SINAI PARKING LOT 73251 Hovley Lane West, Palm Desert, CA 92260

FREE — ALL DONATIONS GRATEFULLY

ACCEPTED

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Come Join our Shabbat Morning

Play Group!

ATTENTION PARENTS AND GRANDPARENTS OF

CHILDREN AGES 0-5

Join us one Saturday morning every month ❖ Meet other

parents ❖ Stories, play, and crafts for the children!

Next meeting is Saturday, March 14

The theme is Purim!

Meet at 9:30 AM in the Foyer

Siblings are welcome!

Suggested $5.00 donation for non temple members

Please RSVP to Marjorie Lander Lander.Marjorie@gmail.com

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Join us for a fabulous dinner in the Samson Social Hall at 6:45 P.M.,

immediately following services at 5:30 p.m.

RSVP BY TUESDAY, MARCH 17, SO THAT WE HAVE A GOOD HEAD COUNT FOR THE FOOD—Thanks

Register and prepay below: $25.00 per person for members

$35.00 per person for non-members

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ZIMRA

Shabbat March 20

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Anniversaries

3/8 Betty & Neil Colt

3/10 Lynn & Michael Zaifert

3/11 Rachel & Jose Canchola

3/13 Natalia & Matthew Levy

3/15 Stephanie & Marvin Anzel

3/18 Orli & Eric Presser

3/24 Picce & Bob Glast

Connie & Arnold Leon

3/27 Wendy & Frank Monaco

3/28 Barbara & Alex Cassuto

3/29 Esther & Richard Sirinsky

Birthdays

3/1 Ann Hankin

Gabriel Lubel

3/2 Charlotte Burkholtz

Lori Sanford

3/8 Jose Canchola

3/9 Jonathan Trigiano

3/10 Michael Boyer

Susan Miller

3/12 Frances Newman

3/13 Steven Jacobson

3/14 Susan Horwitz

Barbara Kartzinel

3/15 Bobbi Sacks

3/21 Michael Sacks

Elaine Schirmer

3/22 Ed Rudetsky

3/23 Joyce Fishman

3/25 Joel Hirschberg

Julie Rescigno

3/27 Morris Beschloss

3/29 Elaine Kravitz

3/30 Brandice Bakes

3/31 Mark Kaufman

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