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Shaarey Tphiloh Newsletter
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SHAAREY TPHILOH
Shabbat Shalom!
October 17, 2020
29 Tishrei, 5781
Services on hold due to the pandemic
ParashatBereshit Torah reading: Genesis 1:1–6:8 Haftarah: I Samuel 20:18–42
Shabbat candle lighting: October 16, 5:37 pm Havdalah: October 17, 6:37 pm Online Havdalah [on Facebook Live]: 6:50 pm
Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan
We bless the new month on Shabbat. Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan begins Saturday night, October 17th and continues through Monday evening, October 19th. We say half-Hallel and Yaaleh v’Yavo.
We mourn the recent passing of Joe Bornstein, a true tzaddik who was a major supporter of the Jewish community.
Shaarey Tphiloh Online!!
Friday 4 pm Parashat HaShavua Reading When: Friday afternoon from 4:00 pm With the Tishrei holidays having ended, we'll resume our weekly reading of the Parashah this week.
Go to the Congregation Shaarey Tphiloh Facebook group at 4:00 ET to hear Rabbi Shub begin this year's Torah reading with Bereishit. We will pray for the ill and the injured in our community with a Mi Sheberach, recognize yahrtzeits, and discuss the meanings and content of the parashah.
Tune in by Facebook Live
Saturday 6:50 pm Havdalah When: Saturday evening from 6:50 pm Where: Facebook Live Come together to mark the end of Shabbat and sing or hum along with us.
You may also join by phone at +1-646-558-8656
and dialing the meeting ID: 797 151 978 when prompted. 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
Leah bat Doris
Chaya Necha bat Leah
Sarah Kayla bat Sarah
Brucha bat Miriam
Rochel Adina bat Bina
Carmela bat Mazal
Miriam Tovah bat Gittel
Akiva ben Sarah
Deena bat Yehudit
Zelda Norof
Meir ben Helen
Hannah bat Yonit
Rochel Michal bat Sarah v’Yossell
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. Keep us updated through their recovery.
Updates
Maine is beginning to re-open its economy graduallyunder a controlled phased plan. While Shaarey Tphiloh remains closed for regular services out of public health concerns, we occasionally host outdoors-only, mask-wearing, and socially-distanced, small gathering while taking full precautionary measures.
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.
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 Machla Sapoll—about 1873 – 4/11/1916. ClickHEREto read more about Machla and her family.
Community Resources & Events
MJFF: Maine Jewish Film Festival Saturday, Nov. 7 through Sunday, Nov. 15
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.
Temporarily closed For more information, please click here or on the logo above.
Unfortunate recent fire at the museum and Etz Chaim synagogue has damaged the ark and Torah Scrolls. For information on how to support them at this time, contact info@etzchaim-portland.org or call (207) 773-2339.
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.
