Tuesday, February 2 7:00pm Class with Sam S. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance. Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
Sunday, February 7 10:30am Community Refuah Schleima and Mourner's Kaddish https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Community prayer for loved ones who are ill and Kaddish for those who have passed. Those who would like to stay on and support each other after may do so. Please join each week when you can to support those in our community who need us...your presence will bring comfort and peace to those who need it. 3:00pm Island-wide Chevra Kadisha community event CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION Do you have a health care directive? Are you feeling uneasy about how to ask your loved ones about their end of life wishes? Do you have a will? Do you know that your kids need a health care directive as soon as they turn 18? There is much to learn, and it's not always easy to talk about. This class is for you. This gentle entry point into these hard descisions and discussions will put you and your family at ease... Join this inter-osland event to help you and your family.
5:00pm Single Mingle- Maybe you'll get a V-day date out of it! MUST PRE-REGISTER HERE --------------------
There is a lot happening this weekend... I'll send a reminder email on Thursday!
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Purim is coming up! Events are being added to the calendar-
Tues, Feb 16: Bake Hamentashen with Dania & Ellyn
Wed, Feb 24: Book Club with Dorothy
Thurs, Feb 25: Megillah reading and discussion Family @ 5pm and adult @ 6pm (email admin@mauijews.org if you want to be part of the dramatic reading!
A separate email is coming this week with all the details :) ____________________
Welcome to the Bar/Bat Mitzvah Class
We are thrilled to welcome these girls as they begin their journey to their Bat Mitzvahs...where they will read from the Torah! This is so exciting.
This program is open to boys and girls, this just happens to be the year of the girl.
If you have a child ready to begin their studies for a Bar/Bat MItzvah in the next year, please contact admin@mauijews.org and we will get you the information. Since classes have already started, if you are interested, please let us know in the next week. ____________________
Members bring a member
JCM is on a path to 100...100 members.
Are you a member? surely you know someone who is Jewish who is not yet a member...
AND...
When we get to 100, we will have a bonus gift of $20,000 to our rabbi fund. Our Rabbi Fund currently has $26,000.
Registration and purchase of textbook ($40 on Amazon) are required. Must read Hebrew phonetically already
Fee: Monthly donation of any amount to JCM ____________________
We are looking for a corporate attorney for some advice on incorporating information...
if this is you or someone you know who would be willing to have a conversation with us, please contact board@mauijews.org ____________________
Yahrzeits February 1 - February 8
Archie Halparin Clara Halparin William Silverman Jack Ungerman Marvin Mastroff Robert S. Richards Sam Wallin Ben Wosk Hilda Weissberg Lottie Garaway Irving Seifert Joseph Gorfinkle David Costell Adelle Sherry Feigelman Abraham Rudman Jane G Fein Maylin Arcangel Sarah Blum Alfred Levin Phillip Blank Richard Mostow Bunny Klein
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Tuesday, January 25 7:00pm Class with Sam S. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance. Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
Sunday, January 31 10:30am Community Refuah Schleima and Mourner's Kaddish https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Community prayer for loved ones who are ill and Kaddish for those who have passed. Those who would like to stay on and support each other after may do so. Please join each week when you can to support those in our community who need us...your presence will bring comfort and peace to those who need it.
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SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, February 7 Island-wide Chevra Kadisha community event CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION Sunday, February 7 Single Mingle- Maybe you'll get a V-day date out of it! MUST PRE-REGISTER HERE --------------------
Tu B'Shevat New Year of the Trees Wednesday, Jamuary 27 We will miss being together this year for a seder and tree planting. Below are some links to help you and your family better understand Tu B' Shevat and some of the traditions: Tu B'Shevat for kids Tu B'Shevat Seder Simple Tu B'Shevat facts ____________________
Members bring a member
JCM is on a path to 100...100 members.
Are you a member? surely you know someone who is Jewish who is not yet a member...
AND...
When we get to 100, we will have a bonus gift of $20,000 to our rabbi fund. Our Rabbi Fund currently has $26,000.
A note from Chaya:
Aloha
I recently had my Bat Mitzvah. It was a truly extraordinary experience. Two and a half years ago I began to study Judaism. A fascinating, revelatory study of the richness of the teachings, practices, and sometimes heartbreaking history... I want to thank the Jewish Congregation of Maui for the wonderful support in this endeavor. I was able to have a Zoom Bat Mitzvah in my home with the Torah and Ark - assisted by Shayna Nechama Naveh and Sam Shnider and encouraged by President: Sheri Levin McNerthney and Executive Director: Ellyn Mortimer.
Registration and purchase of textbook ($40 on Amazon) are required. Must read Hebrew phonetically already
Fee: Monthly donation of any amount to JCM
Yahrzeits January 25 - February 1
Norman Greenberg Rose Freund Lily Wosk Jo Marcia Feinberg Carl Bonaventura Harry Gomberg Jacob Fine Isadore Tinkleman Herman W. Klompus Samuel Portnoff Margo Landesman Elizabeth Cohn Samuel Portnoff Jochai Tas-Goodblatt Archie Halparin Clara Halparin
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
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Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
5:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat led by Toby Pechner https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 A fun Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming the Sabbath) service. Toby leads an uplifting and joyful start to Shabbat, suitable for all ages.
Sunday, January 24 10:30am Community Refuah Schleima and Mourner's Kaddish https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Community prayer for loved ones who are ill and Kaddish for those who have passed. Those who would like to stay on and support each other after may do so. Please join each week when you can to support those in our community who need us...your presence will bring comfort and peace to those who need it.
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SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, February 7 Island-wide Chevra Kadisha community event CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION Sunday, February 7 Single Mingle- Maybe you'll get a V-day date out of it! MUST PRE-REGISTER HERE --------------------
Yahrzeits January 18 - January 25
Enoch Goldstein Benjamin Kaplan Joan Ellenhorn Ruth Granat Herbert Alvin Epstein Lester Klipstein Rose Margolese Bayard Berman Michael Mostow Peter Attell Rose Shrago Kaplan Bess Marcus Kevin Pearlman Jerome Weiner Etti Lea Mendzigursky Kurt Schweizer Gerald Jacob Blumberg Morton Pinch Gertrude Goldman Charlie Butterfly May Robbins Dora Elfand Richard Alan Kaiman Sol Brown Norman Greenberg
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
5:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat led by Toby Pechner https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 A fun Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming the Sabbath) service. Toby leads an uplifting start to Shabbat, suitable for all ages.
Sunday, January 24 10:30am Community Refuah Schleima and Mourner's Kaddish https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Community prayer for loved ones who are ill and Kaddish for those who have passed. Those who would like to stay on and support each other after may do so. Please join each week when you can to support those in our community who need us...your presence will bring comfort and peace to those who need it.
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SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, February 7 Island-wide Chevra Kadisha community event CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION Sunday, February 7 Single Mingle- Maybe you'll get a V-day date out of it! MUST PRE-REGISTER HERE --------------------
Members...bring a member
What if each member brought a friend to be a member. Let's try it!
If you're a member, ask a friend to join...does your friend have questions? Call or email Ellyn admin@mauijews.org 808-874-5397
Registration and purchase of textbook ($40 on Amazon) are required. Must read Hebrew phonetically already
Fee: Monthly donation of any amount to JCM ____________________
Yahrzeits January 18 - January 25
Enoch Goldstein Benjamin Kaplan Joan Ellenhorn Ruth Granat Herbert Alvin Epstein Lester Klipstein Rose Margolese Bayard Berman Michael Mostow Peter Attell Rose Shrago Kaplan Bess Marcus Kevin Pearlman Jerome Weiner Etti Lea Mendzigursky Kurt Schweizer Gerald Jacob Blumberg Morton Pinch Gertrude Goldman Charlie Butterfly May Robbins Dora Elfand Richard Alan Kaiman Sol Brown Norman Greenberg
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Monday, Janauary 18 4:30pm JCM Board of Directors Meeting Click Here for the agenda
Tuesday, January 19 7:00pm Class with Sam S. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance. Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat led by Toby Pechner https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 A fun Kabbalat Shabbat (welcoming the Sabbath) service. Toby leads an uplifting start to Shabbat, suitable for all ages.
Sunday, January 24 10:30am Community Refuah Schleima and Mourner's Kaddish https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Community prayer for loved ones who are ill and Kaddish for those who have passed. Those who would like to stay on and support each other after may do so. Please join each week when you can to support those in our community who need us...your presence will bring comfort and peace to those who need it.
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SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, February 7 Island-wide Chevra Kadisha community event CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION Sunday, February 7 Single Mingle- Maybe you'll get a V-day date out of it! MUST PRE-REGISTER HERE --------------------
Path To 100 JCM is on a path to 100...100 members.
With 100 members we are confident that we will attract and retain a rabbi for our community.
Fill those golden bricks to get us to 100...we only need 30 more!
AND...
When we get to 100, we will have a bonus gift of $20,000 to our rabbi fund. Our Rabbi Fund currently has $26,000.
Registration and purchase of textbook ($40 on Amazon) are required. Must read Hebrew phonetically already
Fee: Monthly donation of any amount to JCM ____________________
Yahrzeits January 18 - January 25
Enoch Goldstein Benjamin Kaplan Joan Ellenhorn Ruth Granat Herbert Alvin Epstein Lester Klipstein Rose Margolese Bayard Berman Michael Mostow Peter Attell Rose Shrago Kaplan Bess Marcus Kevin Pearlman Jerome Weiner Etti Lea Mendzigursky Kurt Schweizer Gerald Jacob Blumberg Morton Pinch Gertrude Goldman Charlie Butterfly May Robbins Dora Elfand Richard Alan Kaiman Sol Brown Norman Greenberg
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat led by Cynthia Lebowitz https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 A musical Shabbat! Saturday, January 16 10:00am Shabbat morning led by Shayna https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Short musical meditative Shabbat prayer service followed by a discussion on personal Shabbat observance. Start and grow your personal Shabbat rituals.
Sunday, January 17 10:30am Community Refuah Schleima & Mourner's Kaddish led by Shayna https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Community prayer for loved ones who are ill and Kaddish for those who have passed. Those who would like to stay on and support each other after may do so. Please join each week when you can to support those in our community who need us...your presence will bring comfort and peace to those who need it.
Monday, January 18 4:30pm JCM Board Meeting CLICK HERE for details
Path To 100 JCM is on a path to 100...100 members.
With 100 members we are confident that we will attract and retain a rabbi for our community.
Fill those golden bricks to get us to 100!
AND...
When we get to 100, we will have a bonus gift of $20,000 to our rabbi fund. Our new Rabbi Fund currently has $26,000.
Norman (Leon) Summer Lina Tick Norman Levinsky Renee Goldsmith Michael Epstein Maurice Halpern Shalom Vojdani Leo Rochen Rose Cutler Elaine Klipstein Max Heinz Nathan Carl S. Sandell Shirel Gold Stuart Shaines Joel Jaffe Sam Kaplan Bernie Katz Ronald Warner Joseph Brandt Patricia Adams Joan Ellenhorn Benjamin Kaplan Enoch Goldstein Ruth Granat
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Tuesday, January 12 7:00pm Class with Sam S. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance. Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat led by Cynthia Lebowitz https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 A musical Shabbat w Saturday, January 16 10:00am Shabbat morning https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Short musical meditative Shabbat prayer service followed by a discussion on personal Shabbat observance. Start and grow your personal Shabbat rituals.
Sunday, January 17 10:30am Community Refuah Schleima and Mourner's Kaddish https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Community prayer for loved ones who are ill and Kaddish for those who have passed. Those who would like to stay on and support each other after may do so. Please join each week when you can to support those in our community who need us...your presence will bring comfort and peace to those who need it.
Monday, January 18 4:30pm JCM Board Meeting CLICK HERE for details ____________________
SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, February 7 Island-wide Chevra Kadisha community event CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION Sunday, February 7 Single Mingle- Maybe you'll get a V-day date out of it! MUST PRE-REGISTER HERE --------------------
Scroll below to see a full listing of 2021 Jewish Holidays
Path To 100 JCM is on a path to 100...100 members.
With 100 members we are confident that we will attract and retain a rabbi for our community.
Fill those golden bricks to get us to 100!
AND...
When we get to 100, we will have a bonus gift of $20,000 to our rabbi fund. Our new Rabbi Fund currently has $26,000.
Stimulus Checks! I know may of us will rely on the stimulus checks that will be coming soon. If you don't rely on that, JCM would be so grateful for the donation of your check...
Registration and purchase of textbook ($40 on Amazon) are required. Must read Hebrew phonetically already
Fee: Monthly donation of any amount to JCM ____________________
Yahrzeits January 11 - January 18
Norman (Leon) Summer Lina Tick Norman Levinsky Renee Goldsmith Michael Epstein Maurice Halpern Shalom Vojdani Leo Rochen Rose Cutler Elaine Klipstein Max Heinz Nathan Carl S. Sandell Shirel Gold Stuart Shaines Joel Jaffe Sam Kaplan Bernie Katz Ronald Warner Joseph Brandt Patricia Adams Joan Ellenhorn Benjamin Kaplan Enoch Goldstein Ruth Granat
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Shabbat Shalom! Friday, January 8 6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat with Shayna https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 A musical and meditative Kabbalat Shabbat. We can recite Mourners Kaddish and sing a refuah Shleima as requested.
Saturday, January 9 MAZEL TOV TO HELEN KRITZLER! Helen will become a Bat Mitzvah this Shabbat.
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Sunday, January 10 First ever Jewish single mingle 5:30pm on Zoom Pre-registration mandatory: CLICK HERE Questions? email admin@mauijews.org A fun social night for Maui Jewish singles...this is the first event. Come, meet some new friends, give ideas for future events...and tell your single friends.
We have fun group already signed up, so don't miss it!
Goody bags will be available for early registrants...so register today!
Yahrzeits January 4 - January 11
Gabriel Amira Cecelia Rosenheimer Stephen Sandler Brad Chinn Nancy Ostroff Bernice Gertrude Schneider Fay Hermes Edward Shinder Isidor Weil Shlomo Mostov Naomi Mildred Leno Horwitz Patricia Janis Lyon Julius Mopper Max Dodek Martha Hayes Lila Rose Nissenbaum Melvin Wolk Bernard "Benny" Gibbs Shirley Miller Nathan Geller Nathan Cutler Philip Golove Barry Pachino Lina Tick Norman Levinsky Norman (Leon) Summer
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Tuesday, January 5 7:00pm Class with Sam S. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance.
Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat with Shayna https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 A musical and meditative Kabbalat Shabbat. Saturday, January 9 MAZEL TOV TO HELEN KRITZLER! Helen will become a Bat Mitzvah this Shabbat. After months of studying, she will chant from the Torah...Yay Helen!!!
Sunday, January 10 First ever Jewish single mingle 5:30pm on Zoom Pre-registration mandatory: CLICK HERE Questions? email admin@mauijews.org A fun social night for Maui Jewish singles...this is the first event. Come, meet some new friends, give ideas for future events...and tell your single friends. Goody bags will be available for early registrants...so register today!
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SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, Janaury 16 (and monthly after that) 10:00am Short musical meditative Shabbat prayer service followed by a discussion on personal Shabbat observances. Sunday, January 17(and weekly after that) Community prayer for loved ones who are ill and Kaddish for those who have passed. Those who would like to stay on and support each other after may do so. Sunday, February 7 Island-wide Chevra Kadisha community event CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION --------------------
Path To 100 JCM is on a path to 100...100 members.
With 100 members we are confident that we will attract and retain a rabbi for our community.
Fill those golden bricks to get us to 100!
AND...
When we get to 100, we will have a bonus gift of $20,000 to our rabbi fund. Our new Rabbi Fund currently has $26,000.
Stimulus Checks! I know may of us will rely on the stimulus checks that will be coming soon. If you don't rely on that, JCM would be so grateful for the donation of your check...
Registration and purchase of textbook ($40 on Amazon) are required. Must read Hebrew phonetically already
Fee: Monthly donation of any amount to JCM ____________________
Community Discovery The Board of Directors has been working on a community discovery for our membership. We sent out surveys, and now we are calling our members with some questions to help determine the path that JCM will take. As a member, this synagogue belongs to you...these surveys and calls are important (even hearing the bad stuff) so that we can make your community the best we can for as many people as we can. We know we won't make everyone happy all the time... but we can make everyone happy if we know what you want. If you have questions about this process, please contact michael@mauijews.org or marc@mauijews.org
Yahrzeits January 4 - January 11
Gabriel Amira Cecelia Rosenheimer Stephen Sandler Brad Chinn Nancy Ostroff Bernice Gertrude Schneider Fay Hermes Edward Shinder Isidor Weil Shlomo Mostov Naomi Mildred Leno Horwitz Patricia Janis Lyon Julius Mopper Max Dodek Martha Hayes Lila Rose Nissenbaum Melvin Wolk Bernard "Benny" Gibbs Shirley Miller Nathan Geller Nathan Cutler Philip Golove Barry Pachino Lina Tick Norman Levinsky Norman (Leon) Summer
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
2020 was a challenging year, but it wasn't all bad. YOU kept us going and you can keep us going.
Sam S. continued to lead and teach Rabbi Bochner was Zoom Rabbi Cantor Neumann added depth to our High Holidays We went to London- no passports needed Ashley Blaker was invited into your living room We met new friends who moved here because of health & safety We all became a little more tech savvy High Holidays were shared with friends across the world Full JCM renovation inside We got to celebrate birthdays by Zoom Membership increased
It is not what any of us planned, but we are resilient, and we thrived. Yes, thrived in the face of uncertainty and challenge. We're Jews, it's what we do.
As we end 2020 and look to brighter days together...please consider a donation to JCM.
Our plans for this year are to hire a rabbi, design function space outside, get our keiki back to Talmud Torah, plan fun events, parties, and celebrations...and get back to being together.
During this year of uncertainty and challenge, JCM was a constant in our lives. We were always here, and together we will always be here.
We are member supported Judaism...we accept all Jews, all Jews are called and welcomed to the Torah, and we don't question how you want to be Jewish. This is our vision for our future at JCM. We are a Kehilla of Jews, it's that simple, and we are happy you are here.
Stimulus Checks! I know may of us will rely on the stimulus checks that will be coming soon. If you don't rely on that, JCM would be so grateful for the donation of your check... Your stimulus check will help grow our rabbi fund!
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance.
Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
The first Shabbat of the month is dedicated to a short family-oriented service. Don't let the "family" part fool you. Sandra is a trained spiritual leader who leads an easy to follow musical service that has been enjoyed by everyone who attends.
SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, February 7 Island-wide Chevra Kadisha community event CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION --------------------
Path To 100 JCM is on a path to 100...100 members.
With 100 members we are confident that we will attract and retain a rabbi for our community.
Fill those golden bricks to get us to 100!
AND...
When we get to 100, we will have a bonus gift of $20,000 to our rabbi fund. Our new Rabbi Fund currently has $26,000.
Stimulus Checks! I know may of us will rely on the stimulus checks that will be coming soon. If you don't rely on that, JCM would be so grateful for the donation of your check...
A Year in Review
Talk about making the best of it! While there were so many challenges this year, JCM and our community thrived. We prayed We mourned We sang We laughed We supported We learned We celebrated
We never stopped... we just got better.
This year did not happen the way we planned, and we did not do everything perfectly. But we are here for you, and you have been here for us.
JCM has a vital important place in our community. As the only egalitarian and inclusive Jewish community, we are necessary. As a mom with sons and daughters, I want them to have equal access to Judaism, and I want to be part of it all. We are the only community where that can happen. We don't need to be the only option, but we need to be an option.
A place where all Jews are welcomed to follow their own path to Judaism...that is JCM. Where we resepct each others' connection to Judaism, even if we don't agree or understand.
We are simply Jewish.
Jewish Together. As we end 2020...please consider an additional gift to JCM. Your membership and donations ensure that we are here today and that we will continue to be here for our children and future generations. Click Here to Donate Now!
Yahrzeits December 28 - January 4
Irwin Rosenberg Marta Grinberg Howard Philip Schultz Elizabeth Litt Leslie Granat Dr. Sender Stolove Leonard Jacobs Max Rosenheimer Jack Edwin Litt Shirley Kravitt Stella Margot Moser Max Haddad Molly Haddad Esther Labaton Joseph Abdel Wahed Larry Greenman Alex Landesman Ruth Sanft Mrs. Isabel Stark Daniel Shafer Marc Siegel Vera D. Rosen Martin David Caprow Raizel Garelick Nicholas R. Shelley Avraham Joseph Liebowitz Cecelia Rosenheimer Gabriel Amira
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You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
Grab some Chinese food, and join us for a December 25 Toby Shabbat!
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance.
Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
Stand by for Friday Kabbalat Shabbat service information...
SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, February 7 Island-wide Chevra Kadisha community event CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION --------------------
Yahrzeits December 21 - December 28
Ben Zollotuchen Ann Heise Marcella Solomon Nehemiah Cohen Arlene Fuchs Katz Steven Survetnick David Weinstein Jane Levinsky Lillian Goldenberg Harry Kain David Lazarovich Manuel Cole Morris Narrowe Jesse Margaret Crowe Serena Kain Vera Ann Richman Margaret Schloss Irwin Rosenberg
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Keeping this newsletter short and sweet this week since you heard from me so much during Chanukah...
We have lots going on that I want to introduce seprately, so there will be a few emails in the next few weeks with other fun and exciting news... stand by!!!
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
Happy Final Night Chanukah! Night 8 We hope the warmth of the Chanukah lights fills you with joy and peace to last throughout the year (and next year too!).
Throw out a big Shaloha to Santa (aka Larry Feinberg) at the mall this year...I love a good Jewish Santa! ____________________
Donations in 2020...bonus tax credit
Did you know that part of the CARES Act gives a $300 tax credit for anyone who donates to a nonprofit in 2020(check with your tax preparer for full details). Usually, people have to give a certain amount for their donations to make a difference on their taxes, the gov't wanted to encourage nonprofit donations...
JCM is a 501c3 nonprofit, and membership is a donation :)
JCM brought joy and gifts to Jewish families around Maui...With a local sponsorship, we were able to hand-deliver gifts to Jewish families around Maui. Menorahs, make-your-own-candles, baking sets, a card game...we were so sad to not have a big Chanukah party this year, and we were so happy to bring smiles for Chanukah anyway! Thank you to the Dorken family for this gift to our community.
Thank you for indulging me with ideas, recipes, funny stuff, videos, etc. this past week. Back to hearing from me once a week :)
Happy Chanukah from Ellyn!
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
I won't be open daily anymore... and, I won't start putting things away quite yet, so if you need something, text me at 808-276-1526 and I'll get you what you need or want :)
Now that we know our community wants beautiful, fun, and reasonably priced Judaica items, we will start carrying more items throughout the year... and post it online for easy viewing and shopping.
If I were a latke... Click Here to see our Education Director, Sandra Razieli sing and cook...warning, it will make you hungry and you'll be humming the tune for the rest of the day- maybe even tomorrow!
Can't resist a little COVID, quarantine, social distancing humor.
I'll be here all week with ideas, recipes, funny stuff, videos, etc.
Happy Chanukah from Ellyn!
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance.
Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
Stand by for Friday night Kabbalat Shabbat service information... --------------------
Yahrzeits December 14 - December 21
Sylvia Wallin Richard Mann William Chamoy Sylvia Persky Fay Shaw Esther Smith Ruth Savitz Bernard Singer Rhea Weinstein Sylvia Hirsch Ruth L Scharff Miriam Waldman David Winograd Barney Rosenberg Ben Zollotuchen
Did you forget a gift?
JCM is open this week 10am -2pm Monday - Wednesday! Closed Thursday and Friday.
We also have gelt, menorahs, games and toys, decorations, selfie station props, dreidles, and other fun items to help your Chanukah celebration shine!
GREAT GIFT IDEA... did you hear the Maui Film Festival is virtual this year?
You can buy a pass online HERE and gift it right away- no one will know you were a gift short. Or buy one for yourself, you desrve it!!!
Thought you had candles and now realize you don't...let me know. I may be driving your way and can deliver!
Text Ellyn at 808-276-1526 for questions or to schedule a shopping appointment.
What's for dinner tonight?
Click photos above for details... or to really explore more, serach edible menorahs on pinterest. I'm making hotdog menorahs tonight... one with Hebrew National and one with vegan dogs!
Also making... brussels sprout latkes. The sauce has dijon and balsamic vinegar, thought they may go well with hot dogs. Or maybe just tater tots if I'm too tired- it's still a fried potato :)
Speaking of latkes... My friend in MN is making #eightnights of latkes. A new recipe every night...and they look amazing. If you have a latke recipe that must be shared with the community, please let me know, and I will post them the rest of the week.
I made sufganiyot on Saturday using this recipe. Good thing I didn't make a double recipe...this could have been us!
I'll be here all week with ideas, recipes, funny stuff, videos, etc.
Happy Chanukah from Ellyn!
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
Happy Chanukah! Night 2 OY!...We gave my 6 year her big Chanukah gift on the first night, last night. I had to call school today to let them know she won't be there because she wouldn't leaver her new American Girl Doll. My daugher and her doll are sitting with me at shul today...Lesson: Don't give the big gift on a school night.
Kabbalat Shabbat (the receiving of Shabbat) is the mystical prelude to Shabbat. We will begin with a Shabbat mikveh visualization culminating in the Ana Bakoach (a mystical piut designed to liberate us from the captivity of the state of consciousness we endure when it is not Shabbat). We will then sing Shayna's favorite Shabbat song, Yadid Nefesh (a love song to the divine presence) and lecha dodi to welcome the Shechina into our homes and hearts. We will conclude with Shalom Aleichem to welcome the angels. She will put the words up on the screen.
Having a socially distanced and masked party?
Or just want to party like it's 2019?
JCM has party supplies in stock! We are open 10-2 today, Friday and again on Monday!
We also have gelt, menorahs, games and toys, decorations, selfie station props, dreidles, and other fun items to help your Chanukah celebration shine!
Thought you had candles and now realize you don't...let me know. I may be driving your way and can deliver! Text 808-276-1526 for questions to schedule an appointment.
A Chanukah Challah?
Step up your Chanukah/Shabbat baking with this fun twist (see what I did there...twist-braid) on challah. So many fun ideas, I'm so glad we have 8 nights to play around with cooking and baking!
Speaking of latkes...
Latke cooking demoSunday, December 13 @ 6:00pm PST. Lisa will be making traditional, apple, and dill pickle latkes...she is happy to welcome you "into" her kitchen. Click the link for her flyer!
Awww...Poor Charlie Brown! A friendly PSA to be kind and forgiving this season. We can't all be perfect!
I'll be here all week with ideas, recipes, funny stuff, videos, etc.
Happy Chanukah from Ellyn!
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
Happy Chanukah! Night 1 As we get ready to close a year that has been difficult and dark for so many in our community, let the light of the menorah bring joy and celebration to you and your family. JCM wishes our community a wonderful festival of lights.
Got candles?
JCM has these candles in stock!
We are open 10-2 on Friday for all of your chanukah needs.
We also have some gelt, menorahs, games and toys, decorations, selfie station props, dreidles, and other fun items to help your Chanukah celebration shine!
Thought you had candles and now realize you don't...let me know. I may be driving your way and can deliver! Text 808-276-1526 for questions to schedule an appointment.
Latkes
Shredded, pulsed, grated, traditional, fancy... just enjoy them!
I saw some fresh in the deli case at Whole Foods (along with some other Chanukah specials).
Click the photos above for some traditional and not traditional ideas
I'll be here all week with ideas, recipes, funny stuff, videos, etc.
Happy Chanukah from Ellyn!
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
7:00pm Class with Sam S. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance.
Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
Wednesday, December 9
6:00pm Jewish Community Speaker Series presents LT. Gov. Josh Green: "Hope and Community in Unprecedented Times"
JCM want to create a functional and beautiful outdoor space for events, services, classes, etc. We need an expert in outdoor design, construction, budgeting, etc. to help us design the space. We will look for grants for support in building this project, but we will need to design the space with budgets and timelines first.
Chanukah store schedule this week: Monday - Friday 10am - 2pm or by appointment.
Ellyn is also willing to help you shop from the comfort of your home and deliver or leave a bag outside the building for no-contact shopping.
We have what you need to have a fun and festive holiday! ____________________
Welcome to Maui! (This new section of our newsletter is to welcome new Jews to Maui. I love this idea and wish I had thought of it. If you are a new Jew to Maui, JCM would love to give you the same welcome. Email Ellyn at admin@mauijews.org with a photo and a short bio so our community can welcome you too.) .............
JCM welcomes the Gage Lai to family to Maui Shanna Gage Lai enjoys celebrating all things Jewish and looks forward to forming friendships with other Jewish families on the island. Shanna, Founder/Principal at Everest International, Inc, a real estate acquisition, investment, and management firm, is the mother of two children Taylor and Richard. Shanna has resided between the San Francisco Bay Area and Kapalua, Maui, for the past 18 years, with a stint living in London while attending Business School and playing equestrian polo in the United Kingdom. Shanna is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution degree at Columbia University in the City of New York. She is delighted to have the opportunity to work and study remotely with her children from their beautiful home in Kapalua. READ MORE HERE ____________________
Yahrzeits
Period of Sheloshim Elaine Herold Jerry Labb Emily Pells Adele Bensignor
December 7 - December 14
Gene Hertzka Joseph Pitkoff Myron Miller Golda Jackson Janice Lasko Bruce Pachino Murray Tepper Max DuBoff Avraham "Al" Kristel Max DuBoff Malka Pearl David Kenny Hultquist Perle Heiman
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Amazon shopper?
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
Tuesday, December 1 #GivingTuesday GivingTuesday, often stylized as #GivingTuesday for the purposes of hashtag activism, refers to the Tuesday after Thanksgiving in the United States. It is touted as a "global generosity movement" unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. ~Wikipedia
Please give an end-of-the-year gift to JCM. We work hard every day to ensure you have access to egalitarian, inclusive, and welcoming Judaism on Maui when you want and need it.
We are fully supported by you...and we want to be here for generations to come. Only you can make that happen.
Give through Facebook HERE (they do a small match Tuesday, Dec. 1 only)
Give for you...Give for your community...Give for the next generation.
7:00pm Class with Sam S. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance.
Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
The first Shabbat of the month is dedicated to a short family-oriented service. Don't let the "family" part fool you. Sandra is a trained spiritual leader who leads an easy to follow service that has been enjoyed by everyone who attends. _________________ More members = $11,000 If you haven't joined or renewed... now is the time. Your membership will earn raise even more money for JCM.
We are proud that during these past 8 months we maintained classes, services, and lifecycle events. We even expanded our programming
Chanukah store schedule this week: Monday - Friday 10am - 2pm or by appointment.
Ellyn is also willing to help you shop from the comfort of your home and deliver or leave a bag outside the building for no-contact shopping.
We have what you need ro have a fun and festive holiday! ____________________
Yahrzeits
Period of Sheloshim Elaine Herald Jerry Labb Emily Pells
One year: Carrie Baumgartner Jeffrey Sway
November 30- December 7
Robert Auerbach John Ebbers Nan Merson Carolyn Weisfeld Dr. Ralph Wasserman Richard Sandler Nehemia Cohen Gene Hertzka Joseph Pitkoff
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Amazon shopper?
You can make an impact while you shop everyday.
Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to the Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
First a Quick reminder for tomorrow! 5:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat with Toby Pechner This is now a Zoom only service https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Toby's services are musical, fun, and a joyful way to bring in Shabbat.
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Thanksgiving Is Basically a Jewish Holiday. Here’s Why. By Rabbi Samantha Natov, Nov 21, 2018
I was raised in Canada, where most of the people I knew didn’t make a big deal of — or even celebrate — Thanksgiving (which, in Canada, falls on the second Monday in October). So when I moved to the States some 16 years ago, I was surprised to learn how Thanksgiving is so cherished by Americans. Yet, the first time I sat around a Thanksgiving table with friends and shared words of gratitude, I was struck by how familiar the holiday felt: To me, Thanksgiving seemed to be profoundly Jewish.
While we typically don’t think of Thanksgiving as a particularly Jewish day, it has the potential to be the most Jewish of all the secular holidays. With its focus on gathering as a community, giving thanks, and being mindful, Thanksgiving is infused with central Jewish values. We return to these themes again and again throughout Jewish practice, whether in prayer services, through the study of Torah, or as the basis for mitzvot. Thanksgiving invites us to stop in our tracks and embody these values — albeit in a different, more everyday context.
Chanukah Store Nov 30 - Dec 18 M-F (starting next week) 10am - 2pm or by appointment 874-5397
Gelt, dreidles, decorations, gifts, selfie kits, and accessories. Thank you for supporting your local synagogue. ____________________
You can make an impact while you shop for Black Friday deals. Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/99-0294390 and AmazonSmile will donate to Jewish Congregation of Maui Inc, at no cost to you.
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
JCM is thrilled that Toby is on Maui this month and will Zoom in a service from Haiku (yay for him being in our time zone)!
Toby's services are musical, fun, and a joyful way to bring in Shabbat.
There is no in-person Kabbalat Shabbat this week.
*Please check the calendar at mauijews.org before heading to JCM. In-person events may need to be changed depending on Maui health protocols. As cases on Maui are on the rise, we will assess each day as to what the CDC and local madates suggest for in-person meetings.
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1. Go to smile.amazon.com 2. Login as normal 3. Select Jewish Congreagation of Maui
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
Tuesday, November 24 7:00pm Class with Sam S. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5284619173 Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance.
Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important.
JCM is thrilled that Toby is on Maui this month! Join us for a masked and socially distanced outdoor service...or join us by Zoom. His services are well-attended by both Maui and mainland residents and we look forward to having him on Maui. Come sing and enjoy this fun service to welcome Shabbat.
*Toby arrived last week from the mainland with a negative test. *Please check the calendar at mauijews.org before heading to JCM. In-person events may need to be changed depending on Maui health protocols.
_________________ More members = $11,000 If you haven't joined or renewed... now is the time. Your membership will earn raise even more money for JCM.
We are proud that during these past 8 months we maintained classes, services, and lifecycle events. We even expanded our programming
The Chanukah store is by appointment only this week.
Starting next week: the store will have regular hours of 10am - 2pm or by appointment.
Ellyn is also willing to help you shop from the comfort of your home and deliver or leave a bag outside for no-contact shopping.
We have what you need ro have a fun and festive holiday! ___________________
Bar & Bat Mitzvah Program JCM has always been an egalitarian synagogue. Girls have always been welcomed to read from the Torah, any time... Did you know we're the ONLY place on Maui where girls can be called to the Torah?
This is important. Our girls are equal and included in all aspects of the lifecycle event...this is crucial for both our boys (who we are raising to be good citizens) and our girls. We are proud to include anyone who wants to celebrate this rite of passage.
This is more than a "teaching" class...this program will help truly prepare our children for their personal journey into Jewish adulthood in our kehillah (community).
This class will be finalized in the next few weeks, and the details will be published. ____________________
Yahrzeits November 24- November 30
Ruth Feuerstein Abraham Goldman Yoretta Isaac Henry E. Cohen Leah DuBoff Golda Mopper Herman Greenstein Maurice Jay Rose Anna Henagow Bartlett Bunny Epstein Anna Bloom Vera Gretchen Hammerstein Robert Auerbach John Ebbers
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If Amazon is on your shopping list...
1. Go to smile.amazon.com 2. Login as normal 3. Select Jewish Congreagation of Maui
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
Jerry and his beloved wife Cynthia have been long-time members of our Maui community; they donated the curtains we continue to use on our ark.
We received the following message from Cynthia...
"It is with deepest sorrow that I inform you of the death of my beloved husband Jerry Labb. He passed peacefully by my side on Sunday afternoon. I will miss his creativity and his kind and gentle ways. His love of sharing good times, good food, and live music with friends is legendary. He’s now in the arms of the angels."
May his memory forever be for a blessing.
The Jewish Congregation of Maui Beit Shalom Synagogue Kihei, HI 96753
JCM is excited to try out some outdoor services and events at JCM. We know that there are varying ideas on what should be allowed during these times. Decisions are being made following federal and local mandates, CDC recommendations, and . As we get into winter and more tourists will arrive and more illnesses are bound to spread, there are health protocols (not just COVID) that will help our community stay safe. We fully respect everyone's personal decisions in your own homes and lives, and at JCM, we are taking great care to not be the primary or secondary source of an outbreak or spread.
If you are comfortable, please come and enjoy an outdoor service... social distance, keep your mask on- even outside and seated, do not eat or drink unnecessarily when you are here. If our protocols are followed and resepcted, we will continue to hold outdooor events.
6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat with Cynthia Lebowitz Outdoor at JCM no zoom this week Shiru L'Adonai Shir Chadash
Enter Shabbat with music and guitar...sing a new song to Adonai.
Service begins at 6pm outside Beit Shalom and will include some Kabbalat Shabbat songs as well as Erev Shabbat liturgy. Masks and social distancing necessary at JCM. ____________________
Save the Date for Next Friday, 11/27 Live and in person...Toby Pechner at JCM. This will also likely be on Zoom. _________________
More members = $11,000
If you haven't joined or renewed... now is the time. Your membership will earn raise even more money for JCM.
We are proud that during these past 8 months continued to provide classes, services, and lifecycle events!
We never closed...we just moved online. JOIN OR RENEW HERE ____________________ Chanukah December 10-18
The Chanukah shop is open... decorations, gifts, candles, etc, selfie station props, etc...
We will have what you need for a fun and festive holiday!
Click Here for a short video tour of what is available in our store. Open M-F from 10am - 2pm ___________________
Shopping on Amazon?
1. Go to smile.amazon.com 2. Login as normal 3. Select Jewish Congreagation of Maui
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
JCM is 15 people away from a bonus $11,000!
2020, what a year. So much has changed for all of us, but one thing is the same. JCM continues to provide belonging and community through egalitarian and welcoming Judaism. This impact would not be possible without the genorosity and engagment of our community around the world.
Your membership and donations do so much. We are member supported Judaism.
During COVID...
JCM continues to perform weddings
JCM led a ZOOM Bat Mitzvah between Maui and Canada
JCM provides weekly classes
JCM ensures a Friday Shabbat service
JCM assembles a mourner's kaddish when needed
Whatever you need or want- no matter your gender or level of observance, JCM is here for you.
JCM never went away...we went online.
With your membership, we continue on...equally, for all Jews.
We have a challenge...We need 15 people to become members by December 15...and we will get $11,000 from an anonymous donor!
1. Go to smile.amazon.com 2. Login as normal 3. Select Jewish Congreagation of Maui
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
JCM is 15 people away from a bonus $11,000!
2020, what a year. So much has changed for all of us, but one thing is the same. JCM continues to provide belonging and community through egalitarian and welcoming Judaism. This impact would not be possible without the genorosity and engagment of our community around the world.
Your membership and donations do so much. We are member supported Judaism.
During COVID...
JCM continues to perform weddings
JCM led a ZOOM Bat Mitzvah between Maui and Canada
JCM provides weekly classes
JCM ensures a Friday Shabbat service
JCM assembles a mourner's kaddish when needed
Whatever you need or want- no matter your gender or level of observance, JCM is here for you.
JCM never went away...we went online.
With your membership, we continue on...equally, for all Jews.
We have a challenge...We need 15 people to become members by December 15...and we will get $11,000 from an anonymous donor!
1. Go to smile.amazon.com 2. Login as normal 3. Select Jewish Congreagation of Maui
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
Mitzvot (Divine Commandments) What are the mitzvot? Where do they appear in the Torah? What is their interpretation? What is their purpose? How have they been a basis for a Jewish life throughout the generations? How can they apply in our lives, how they can inspire us, and what opportunities can they give us to feel a sense of connection? We will look together at some of the sources and think about their meaning and relevance.
Sam plans to start with a general discussion of what mitzvot are and why they are important - Click here for the source sheet
6:00pm Kabbalat Shabbat with Cynthia Lebowitz Outdoor at JCM no zoom this week Shiru L'Adonai Shir Chadash
Enter Shabbat with music and guitar...sing a new song to Adonai.
Service begins at 6pm outside Beit Shalom and will include some Kabbalat Shabbat songs as well as Erev Shabbat liturgy. Masks and social distancing necessary at JCM.
Contact Cynthia at lebowittzcynthia@gmail.com if you would like music ahead of time or have any questions.
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15 more members = $11,000
If you haven't joined or renewed... now is the time. Your membership will earn raise even more money for JCM.
We are proud that during these past 8 months we maintained classes, services, and lifecycle events!
Do you have an available rental for a few months this winter? Rabbi Hanniel Levenson may be coming to Maui for a few months this winter, and he will need a place to stay- if you have a rental, please let us know, and we will pass it on to him. We'd love for him to be here, You can help us make that happen!
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Chanukah December 10-18
Chanukah shopping starts this week...November 18. Our shipment has been delayed... but we do havev menorahs, candles, gelt, decorations for sale sgtarting on the 18th. Ellyn will be there 10-2 and by appointment this week. When the new shipmente comes in, I'll send photos :)
We will have what you need for a fun and festive holiday! ___________________
Bar & Bat Mitzvah Program JCM has always been an egalitarian synagogue. Girls have always been welcomed to read from the Torah, any time... Did you know we're the ONLY place on Maui where girls can be called to the Torah?
This is important. Our girls are equal and included in all aspects of the lifecycle event...this is crucial for both our boys (who we are raising to be good citizens) and our girls. We are proud to include any boy/girl/nonbinary person who wants to enjoy this rite of passage.
Our new program, run by Sandra Razieli, will likely begin in November.
This is more than a "teaching" class...this program will help truly prepare our children for their personal journey into Jewish adulthood in our kehillah (community).
Please let me know at admin@mauijews.org if your child will be having a Bar/Bat Mitzvah in the next year or so...we will reach out with the details as soon as they are final.
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Yahrzeits November 16- November 23
Herbert Irving Gottschalk Elizabeth Goldstein Cohen Thelma Mayer Martin Janis Gloria Parnes Harold Marlowe Susie Dodek Anna Snyder Annie G. Lewis James M. Feuerstein Rose Silverman Shirley Goodblatt Alex Regson Sandra Lawson Werner Nathan Evelyn Bloom Dorothy Wiener Ben Skurow Leah Fulop Sarah Sperber Robert Campbell Guerin Todd
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1. Go to smile.amazon.com 2. Login as normal 3. Select Jewish Congreagation of Maui
Same amazon, same prices, same everytthing... and JCM will get a donation from Amazon. Thank you for your support!!! ____________________________________________
The mission of the Jewish Congregation of Maui is to support and inspire Jewish religious and cultural practices for Maui residents and visitors, provide and encourage Jewish education and life cycle services, and engage the Jewish community with religious services, classes, and events.
