Our condolences to the Lourie family on the passing of Philip Lourie, a long-time congregant of Shaarey Tphiloh and the resident Cohen for many years, on Friday, Jan. 3, 2020 at the age of 94.
Acknowledgements
Todah to Marla Levenson for generously sponsoring the premium kiddush this Shabbat in beloved memory of her father, Wallace Jaffe.
Todah to the Second Levey Foundation for a generous grant that allows us to continue to be a resource for the Jewish community.
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!
Mini-Course: "Tefillah: Leading and Understanding"
Do you feel like the siddur is a barrier, not a gateway to your davening? Let’s get together and learn the siddur, some melodies, some of the key Hebrew terms, what the role of each prayer is in the greater prayer service and find ways that this ancient liturgy can express something for you personally.
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 LearningComing mid-January
For questions about dates, times, and other details, email Rabbi Aaron. Teenager and older children are also invited!
Yahrzeits
14 Tevet Myer Rubinstein
Nathan Serota
Anne Waxler
15 Tevet
Ilene Krouse
Bertina Rosenthal
Joseph Stern
Royal Levinsky
Sarah Rhodes
17 Tevet
Adeline Fleischer
Samuel Hoffman
Solomon Slotsky
18 Tevet
Rachel Lourie
19 Tevet
Thelma Punsky
20 Tevet
Mamie Berenson
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!
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.
For more information and to reserve a date to sponsor a Kiddush, please contact us at least a week in advance at (207) 774-2649 or 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.
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.
