Todah to all who participated as readers and listeners to our online Zoom Tisha B’Av discussion and reading of Eichah.
Book of Remembrance
Electronically send the names to enter in our Book of Remembrance.
You can list your names by clicking here and make your payments by clicking here. If you would like a hardcopy mailed or know someone who wants a hardcopy mailed, please let us know!
The book will be available again this year on our website.
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 9:15 pm Havdalah When: Saturday evening from 9:15 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 pm Tuesday Night Learning:
The Soul and Structure of Shabbat When: Tuesday evening, 7:00 pm—8:15 pm Let's explore some of the theological thought about Shabbat. Join us on Tuesday from 7:00–8:15 pm EDT on Zoom:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/797151978?pwd=L2UwUlEzbTJpSGhRY2x5TW5DN0J2QT09
Meeting ID: 797 151 978
Password: 045797
You may also join by phone at +1-646-558-8656
and dialing the meeting ID: 797 151 978 when prompted.
Channa Bryndel bat Bluma
Yoiel Meshilum Feish ben Ruchle
Elisheva bat Ephraim
Leah bat Doris
Hannah bat Yonit Meir ben Helen
Carmela bat Mazal
Miriam Tovah bat Gittel
Akiva ben Sarah Deena bat Yehudit Zelda Norof
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 line with the local Jewish 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
