Todah to Harry, Ellie and Chaya Krigman for a generous donation to the shul for an upcoming Kiddush, when we can meet in person again, in beloved memory of mother and grandmother, Irene Krigman.
Todah to Kenneth Guentert for a generous donation to the shul.
Todah to Myra Gershenson Sallet for a generous donation in honor of the continued work of the president and board to sustain the shul. Her mother, Nettie Gershenson, was an integral part of the shul community.
Todah to Sandra Faley for a generous donation to the shul.
Todah to Irving Grunes for a generous donation to the shul in beloved memory of grandmother, Sarah Leventhal and brother-in-law, Dan Kosow (husband of the late Anne Grunes Kosow).
In the Community...
Etz Chaim Synagogoue in Portland suffered an unfortunate fire behind their ark causing damage to the Torah scrolls. Please contact them at info@etzchaim-portland.org if you would like to assist them in any way.
Shaarey Tphiloh Online!!
Friday 4 pm Parashat HaShavua Reading When: Friday afternoon from 4:00 pm Share in the joys of Shabbat just before it begins by reading this week's parashah together!
Tune in by Facebook Live
Saturday 9:20 pm Havdalah When: Saturday evening from 9:20 pm Where: By phone (1-646-558-8656 and when prompted, dialing the meeting ID: 797 151 978), Zoom(Meeting ID: 797 151 978; Password: 045797) or Facebook Live Come together to mark the end of Shabbat and share some songs.
Tuesday 7 pmTalmud: Learning the Basics When: Tuesday evening, 7:00 pm—8:15 pm
Where: By phone (1-646-558-8656 and when prompted, dialing the meeting ID: 797 151 978) or Zoom (with texts)(Meeting ID: 797 151 978; Password: 045797) What are some of the most common turns of phrase in the Talmud? How do we read a page of complex legalese written in a mix of Hebrew and Aramaic? No previous experience with Talmud necessary. Translations provided. We’ll continue learning from Masechet Bava Metzia.
To sign up for classes, email Rabbi Shub here or sign up for clases by clicking here (or, copy and paste the following link: http://bit.ly/JewishMaineMiniCourses).
Refuah Shleimah, a Speedy Recovery!
Channa Bryndel bat Bluma
Yoiel Meshilum Feish ben Ruchle
Elisheva bat Ephraim
Baruch ben Avraham
Leah bat Doris
Hannah bat Yonit
Carmela bat Mazal
Miriam Tovah bat Gittel
Akiva ben Sarah Deena bat Yehudit Zelda Norof Meir ben Helen
Dear Shaarey Tphiloh Community,
Please let us know if there is anyone whose name you would like included in our service and announcements by emailing us and keep us updated through their recovery.
Updates
Maine is beginning to re-open its economy graduallyunder a controlled phased plan. However, Shaarey Tphiloh remains closed for now in accordance with other local religious institutions.
For the most up to date information for the City of Portland, please check here and for the State of Maine, click here.
We will keep you updated about additional programs and events listed under "Shaarey Tphiloh Online" as well as available resources with our weekly newsletters.
The Rabbi is happy to provide counseling and advice via Rabbi@MaineSynagogue.org. He is best reached between 3 and 5 pm on Mondays and Thursdays at (207) 613-5765.
Photo credits for the above photos: (left) By Unknown author - Heavenly City, Gerlitz, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2490064; (right) https://opensiddur.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Candlelight-by-apdk-CC-BY.jpg
Yahrzeits
21 Sivan
Etta Chase
Myer Shepard
Samuel Berman
Sheldon Cohen
22 Sivan Samuel Cohen
24 Sivan Harry Jacobs
Mollie Seltzer
25 Sivan
Alfred Punsky
26 Sivan
Lydia Minkin
Samuel Gerber
27 Sivan
Saul Gerber
Samuel Cohen
Stories from Mount Sinai Cemetery
A note from Sherri Quint, Treasurer of Southern Maine Jewish Cemetery Association (SMJCA)
SMJCA will post a photo of a headstone and share what info we have. If you have a story, information or a photo, please share them withus.
Today we share the headstone of Hiram Abrams – 2/22/1878—11/15/1926. ClickHEREto read more about Hiram and his family.
By Center for Small Town Jewish Life, Colby College
Temporarily closed For more information, please click here or on the logo above.
Jacob Cousins Memorial
Unveiled in September 1935, the Jacob Cousins Memorial was part of an ongoing nationwide effort to highlight both the patriotism of Jewish Americans and their contribution during times of conflict. The memorial is a key artifact in the history of the Jewish community in southern Maine linking past to present and inspiring visitors to remember, respect and contemplate the cost of war.
The memorial was significantly renovated with extensive bench seating for viewing it and Casco Bay. The restoration was officially opened on October 1, 2018. Shaarey Tphiloh is proud to be one of the community sponsors of this memorial. Friends of the Eastern Promenade is continuing to raise funds to cover the cost of the recent redesign of this historic landmark.
Sunday Simcha! - Tune in online or at WMPG 90.9 FM. Every Sunday Morning - 6:30 to 8:30 am
Hosts: Hillel, Barbara Merson, our very ownNatan Kahn, and Ben Naftali
Sunday Simcha is the only Jewish music program in Maine and northern New England and one of only a handful of Jewish music radio shows in the United States. Shows are wildly eclectic ––one of the few Jewish shows to feature modern, diverse, and cutting-edge recordings in addition to traditional music.
If you are interested in becoming a DJ, contact WMPG here.
Lifelong Jewish Learning - as a Community:Shalom Maine (ShalomME.com) offers text study, academic courses, and singing and dancing classes throughout the year.
Click here for registration and current offerings.
MJFF: Maine Jewish Film Festival POSTPONED until the fall
2020 MJFF features a fascinating collection of films from around the world. Offerings include a gripping drama about a youth orchestra of Palestinians and Israeli Jews, a documentary about the only Arab recognized as ‘righteous among nations’ by Israel, and a romantic story about an ex German POW who became a sports hero in England after WWII. You’ll meet the wildlife photographer whose great white whale was a polar bear, the Yiddish poet who was rescued by Stalin and the gay Mormon stand-up comic studying for his bar mitzvah. Special programs give the opportunity to meet filmmakers, artists and experts who add so much to the festival experience.
