Todah to Myron Krouse for sponsoring the Deluxe Kiddush this Shabbat in beloved memory of his wife and mother of his five kitties, Ilene Krouse.
Condolences
Our sincere condolences to Rori and James Lockman and familyon the passing of her father, Gerald Myersz”l on January 19th. The family is grateful that Grandpa Gerry was able to celebrate two Bar Mitzvahs and one Bris at Shaarey Tphiloh with the Lockman family!
Kosher Certification & Website Renewal
Kosher Certification ~ Want kosher donuts in Portland? As of Dec. 22, Tony's Donut Shop is under rabbinic supervision! Come and have some of the freshest, most delicious donuts you've ever tasted. Support your small local donut shop!
Website Renewal~ We are renewing our website and now all the past drashot are up! Please excuse us as we move around content and links and some things appear and disappear. If you notice something is missing, please let us know at maineshul@gmail.com.
Mini-Course: "Talmud: Learning the Basics"
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 provid- ed. We’ll be learning the last chapter of Masechet Pe- sachim. What did a seder look like 2000 years ago and how did it develop?
If you cannot personally attend the class, but would like to participate by remote computer access and for more details, email Rabbi Shub here or sign uphere (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 Asher ben Chanoch
Carmela bat Mazal
Miriam Tovah bat Gittel
Akiva ben Sarah Deena bat Yehudit Zelda Norof Ashirah Zahava bat Mariaseh
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.
SPACE: Children's Shabbat Services
Shaarey Tphiloh is joining forces with Temple Beth El to bring you SPACE: children's Shabbat services every 1st and 3rd Shabbatot of the month. The program runs from 10:45-11:30am and includes tefilah, games, snacks, prizes for continued attendance, and of course friends! Just show up in the TBE library next to the social hall, or if you would like to know more details, email Abbie.
Parent-Child LearningBeginning Feb. 1!
For questions about dates, times, and other details, email Rabbi Aaron. Teenagers and older children are also invited!
Yahrzeits
28 Tevet
Janette Kamens
Eli Lerman
Harold Seltzer
29 Tevet
Ted Beatty
Alfred Goldman
1 Shvat
Ethel Vinick
Melvin Schwart Robert Rosen
2 Shvat
Bernard Cope
4 Shvat
Samuel Kroot
Marion Tabor
5 Shvat
Katharine Potter
Albert Schechman
Ernest Silverman
Book of Remembrance ~ Now Online
Click here to see the Book of Remembrance for 5780/2019-2020 online. If you have trouble accessing this online version or have other concerns about it, please email Abbie.
Stories from Mount Sinai Cemetery
A note from Sherri Quint, Treasurer of Southern Maine Jewish Cemetery Association (SMJCA)
Today I share the headstone of Harry Barron - Aharon ben Eliyahu Yosef - 1854 - 1936. I have not been able to find much information on Harry. He may have lived in the Bath/Brunswick, Maine area and may have been married to Flosie Etta Groves Barron, but I haven't been able to positively confirm that. If you have any information to share or have a photo of Harry, please let us know!
For more information and events, please click here or on the logo above to see what exhibits are going on.
Lifelong Jewish Learning - as a Community:Shalom Maine offers text study, academic courses, and singing and dancing classes throughout the year.
Click here for registration and current offerings.
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.
For information on JCA events including fitness classes, Mah Jongg, free films, visiting author talks and more.... Go to Mainejewish.org
Sponsor a Kiddush!
Congregation Shaarey Tphiloh and Temple Beth El partner to offer Kiddush refreshments on Shabbat and holidays. This is a wonderful opportunity to support our congregations, build community, share in the simcha of a birthday, anniversary or graduation, and offer comfort to those observing a yahrzeit.
To reserve a date to sponsor a Kiddush, please contact us at least a week in advance at (207) 774-2649 or by email maineshul@gmail.com.
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.