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FROM THE DESK OF RABBI FEL

Dear Temple Emanu-El Friends,

After months of dreaming, brainstorming, and collabo-rating, we are ready and excited to begin 5781. Please know that we’ve created a variety of virtual and in-per-son programs to make sure everyone, regardless of technological know-how, can access and experience the High Holy Days with Temple Emanu-El.

So, what will the High Holy Days look like?

LIVE VIRTUAL SERVICES

Like in previous years, we are proud to offer multiple service options. Some-times there will be one service, called the Combined Service, which will be led by Rabbis Fel and Zerin and Cantor Mayer. Sometimes, there will be two con-current services offered: The Classic Meeting House service led by Rabbi Zerin and the Classic Sanctuary service led by Rabbi Fel and Cantor Mayer. Addi-tionally, Rabbi Flam and Judy Kaye will lead Soulful High Holy Day services using Zoom. A more detailed description of each service appears on page 3.

TELEVISION

Recognizing that not everyone can access our Livestream virtual services, we have created special, pre-recorded programming that will air on Rhode Is-land’s Public Access Television channels. These programs feature highlights from the Meeting House and Sanctuary Services.

DIAL-IN

Like always, you can call in to listen to the Main Sanctuary’s High Holy Day services on your telephone.

ON DEMAND YOUTH & FAMILY PROGRAMMING

We will offer two programs, pre-recorded, that you can watch at your conve-nience on YouTube or our website. We will offer High Holy Day experiences geared to 0–6 year-olds and 1st–5th graders and their families. We’ve created special bags so kids can participate in the programming while watching.

IN-PERSON PROGRAMS

Whether to hear the shofar on the second day of Rosh Hashanah, sit in our sanctuary for private contemplation, or visit our brand-new pop-up sukkah, there will be many opportunities to say hello in person.

HAPPENINGS SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2020

VOL 3. ISSUE 1

IN THIS ISSUE:

how to access the high holy days

high holy day service descriptions

messages from our president & executive director

preparing for the high holy days

high holy day schedule

september/october calendar

message from our kesher worker

adult learning

religious school information

in our temple family

temple website

services & ongoing events

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L'Shanah Tovah!

This publication was made possible through a gift from the Alperin-Hirsch Family Fund


HOW TO ACCESS OUR HIGH HOLY DAY SERVICES & PROGRAMS

ZOOM Soulful High Holy Day Services and certain holiday pro-gramming will be held virtually on Zoom. Zoom programs and services can be accessed via computer, tablet, smartphone, or by dialing in on a landline. Meeting links, phone numbers, and information can be found throughout this newsletter and will also be made available on our Temple website, www.teprov.org.

LIVESTREAM Watch High Holy Day services live from the Main Sanctuary or Meeting House using your computer, tablet or smartphone.

· Visit our Temple website: www.teprov.org · Click the "VIEW LIVE" button for the service of your choice

DIAL-IN Listen to High Holy Day services from the Main Sanctuary on your phone.

· Dial: 1.800.846.4808· If prompted, enter account number 90161609

TELEVISION We are bringing a taste of the High Holy Days to the airwaves with programs to be broadcast on PUBLIC ACCESS TELEVISION.

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur programs will air on Rhode Island Statewide Interconnect B at the following times:

Saturday, September 19: 10:30–11:30 AMSunday, September 20: 11:00 AM–12:00 PMSunday, September 27: 5:00–5:30 PMMonday, September 28: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM

Channels: Cox Cable – Channel 14Verizon FIOS – Channel 33

Look for these icons throughout our newsletter to see how to access various services during the High Holy Days.

Livestream Television ZoomDial-In

If you need assistance connecting, see page 8 for TE Tech Team information.

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HIGH HOLY DAY SERVICE DESCRIPTIONS

SOULFUL SERVICES: Rabbi Alan Flam and Judy Kaye will once again lead Soul-ful High Holy Day Services. Soulful Services encourage people to spirituality stretch – in prayer and in teshuva work (reflection). We slow down the traditional pace of prayer and focus on key prayers and themes of the Holy Day. Soulful prayer is a blend of traditional davening, silence, chant, movement and poetry so that our whole selves – mind, body, breath and heart – can be engaged in prayer.

Soulful services will be held on both days of Rosh Ha-shanah. On the first day we will focus on the ques-tion: How can we find holiness? Torah will be chanted and Rabbi Flam will give a sermon.

COMBINED SERVICE: The Combined Service will be led by Rabbis Fel and Ze-rin and Cantor Mayer. It will feature reflections, teach-ings, a dramatic Torah Reading, and musical highlights from both the Classic Meeting House and Classic Sanc-tuary Services.

CLASSIC SANCTUARY SERVICE: The Sanctuary Service captures the grandeur and maj-esty of the High Holy Days. Join Rabbi Fel and Cantor Mayer for services that feature informative and inspir-ing reflections on the prayers and themes of the day while including familiar melodies and a four-person choir. There will be no organ this year.

CLASSIC MEETING HOUSE SERVICE: These services emphasize congregational singing, en-gagement, and meaning-making. Led by Rabbi Rachel Zerin, these services will offer thought-provoking expla-nations of the prayers and insights into the themes of the holidays, as well as prayers sung to new melodies and traditional favorites.

You will want a mahzor to fully participate in

our services.

Please visit

www.teprov.org/prayerbook to borrow or purchase a mahzor

soulful rosh hashanah – day 19:30–10:10 AM: Preparing for prayer–Bikhot Hashahar and P’sukei D’zimra

10:15–11:00 AM: Shaharit

11:15 AM –12:00 PM: Torah Reading, Sermon, and Concluding Prayers

On the second day, we will look at Abraham’s test and consider how we are tested. We will listen to the call of the shofar and in place of a sermon, we will engage in discussion together about change – personal change (te-shuva) and change needed to create a more equitable and racist-free society.

For Yom Kippur, Soulful Services will be held in the eve-ning (Kol Nidre), the day of Yom Kippur, and in the late afternoon for Ne'ilah (concluding service). Dates, times and Zoom links for all Soulful services are listed below and will also be available on our Temple website.

Feel free to contact Rabbi Alan Flam if you would like more information: [email protected]

soulful rosh hashanah – day 29:30–10:10 AM: Preparing for prayer–Bikhot Hashahar and P’sukei D’zimra

10:15–11:00 AM: Shaharit

11:15 AM–12:00 PM: Torah Reading, Discussion: Change/Teshuva and Racial Justice, Shofar, Unetaneh Tokef (for Black Lives Matter), Concluding Prayers

soulful kol nidre september 27 – 6:30 pm

soulful yom kippur september 28 – 9:30 am

soulful ne'ilah september 28 – 6:00 pm

www.zoom.us | Mtg ID: 539 831 8499 Phone: 1.929.205.6099


Temple Officers:

Charles BlackmanPresident

Steven GoligerVice President for Human Development & Planning

Pam Kaitin-MillerVice President for Religious Activities

David FeitVice President for Financial Development

FROM THE PRESIDENT

Dearest Friends:

We begin the new year 5781 in a changed world. We face in this moment a set of coincident chal-lenges like never before in our lifetimes – global sickness, politi-cal rancor, social unrest, economic and environmental injustice, and isolation and detachment. Our fel-low congregants and friends have lost loved ones, jobs, and had their dreams and their childrens’ dreams deferred. Although not new, the world seems particularly in need of repair right now.

We will not be joining each other to celebrate this New Year in the way that we are accustomed. We will instead be convening in a remote format that, even though very dif-ferent, promises to be meaningful just the same. Nevertheless, when we hear the sound of the shofar in our neighborhoods rather than in our sanctuary, I hope you will join me in a renewed commitment for a better future for our community, our nation and the commonality of all people around the world.

This has been a busy year at Temple Emanu-El. I cannot begin to thank the clergy and staff for their tireless efforts, seen and unseen. No chal-lenge has been too great as they reshaped and redefined congrega-tional life through innovative and bold online programing seemingly overnight. Whether it is through daily Z’man Kodesh or weekly ser-vices, engaging lectures, or amus-ing trivia contests, I hope everyone has had a chance to take part in these programs delivered literally “to your desktop.” There are great things to come so stay tuned and stay connected.

We need our Temple community like never before and the Temple needs each of us too. We have an ambitious construction proj-ect underway (with more to come about that soon). Thus, as we be-gin this new year, please accept my family’s and my personal best wishes for happy, healthy and safe new year. Whatever challenges lie ahead, I hope we will meet them with the shared optimism that we will see them through together and be a stronger community for it.

Shanah Tovah! -charles blackman

Clergy:

Michael FelSenior Rabbi

Rachel ZerinRabbi

Brian J. MayerCantor

Eli A. Bohnen z’’lSenior Rabbi Emeritus

Wayne FranklinSenior Rabbi Emeritus

Alvan H. KaunferRabbi Emeritus

Ivan E. Perlman z’’lHazzan Emeritus

Edward O. Adler z’’lRitual Director Emeritus

Toby LiebowitzVice President for Educational Activities

Jeff LevyVice President for Membership Outreach

Holly RothemichTreasurer

Alison WalterSecretary

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FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Two years ago, we launched Happenings — the all-in-one guide for Temple Emanu-El programs, religious services and much, much more! Many of you have told me how much you benefit from and appreciate this comprehensive resource. This year, I am pleased to announce that Happenings will be published bimonthly. We are doing this in an effort to communicate with you more frequently, especially during these uncertain and ever-changing times.

Speaking of helpful synagogue resources, our Temple website is now sporting

a new and fresher look! TEProv.org is the place to find information about upcoming programming, view services, register for events, or even arrange to purchase or

borrow a mahzor for the holidays. So, be sure to visit - even if it’s only to

check out the new look!

Some of you have surely noticed another facelift un-derway at the Temple. The exterior of our building — specifically, the Main Sanctuary facade — has fallen into disrepair and requires immediate attention. More details about this will be forthcoming during the High Holy Days and throughout the fall.

As we approach the new year, I want to take this oppor-tunity to express my sincere gratitude to our dedicated staff, lay leaders and volunteers who work tirelessly each day to make our synagogue thrive. I also want to thank the members of our COVID-19 Taskforce for their expert guidance and for helping to keep us safe. Finally, I want to thank all of you, for without your generous support, we could not continue our mission to meet the needs of our synagogue community.

I wish you all a shanah tovah u-m'tukah — a good and sweet year!

-paul stouber

Temple Office Hours

TUESDAY–THURSDAY8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

FRIDAY8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Duetocurrenthealthguidelines,weareaccepting

visitorstothebuildingbyappointmentonly.

PleasecalltheTempleOfficeat:401.331.1616tomake

anappointment.

Temple Staff:

Paul Stouber,Executive Director

Ronni Saltzman Guttin,Director of Education

Shoshana Jacob,Director of Youth & Family Programming

Sharon Sock,Advancement & Membership Coordinator

Steve O’Bryan, Sr.,Facilities Manager

Maxine Wolfson,Librarian

Tara Watkins, Kesher Worker

Ivana Saucier,Clergy Secretary

Laurie Beck,Assistant to the Executive Director

Nancy Wordell,Religious School Secretary

Suzanne Gentilhomme,Graphic Designer

Covid-19 Taskforce:

Michael Fel Senior Rabbi

Rachel ZerinRabbi

Brian J. MayerCantor

Charles Blackman President

Pam Kaitin-Miller,Vice President for Religious Activities

Paul Stouber Executive Director

Ronni Saltzman GuttinDirector of Education

Bob Landau Attorney

Nate Beraha Pediatric Cardiologist

Michael Fine Public Health Specialist

Tara Watkins Kesher Worker

Steven O’Bryan, Sr. Facilities Manager


As you flip through this magazine, please make notes of the programs you’d like to attend and any questions you may have. Much of this is new and we don’t want you to miss a thing! I would like to draw your attention to a few new initiatives:

hi! holy days: Say hello to all your Temple Emanu-El friends before Rosh Hashanah on Zoom! Utilizing breakout rooms and items from our 5781 Yom Tov/Holiday Kits, we will all have the chance to wish each other a Shanah Tovah u-M'tukah – A Happy and Sweet New Year!

5781 yom tov/holiday kits: All member households are eligible to re-ceive a 5781 Yom Tov/ Holiday Kit! The kit includes many things you need to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and Simhat Torah at home including readings, teachings, snacks, art-related projects, and much more!

tekiah around town: This year, the first day of Rosh Hashanah falls on Shabbat and the shofar is not sounded. The shofar will be blown only on Sun-day, September 20th. Although it will be sounded as part of the livestream service, we are dispatching shofar blowers around the state so each of us can hear the shofar in person.

trekking through the torah: Take a walk through the entire Torah by read-ing Torah portion summaries on yard signs throughout the entire East Side!

from the desk of rabbi fel continued

Like all of you, I am saddened that we will not be together in person. There is loss in not being in the same room and seeing everyone effort-lessly. However, through our variety of virtual and in-person experiences, I am hopeful that we will bridge the physical divide.

Should you be unsure of how to ac-cess all that we offer, please know that there are many people who want to help. Please be in touch with the office so we can assist you in formulating a plan for how to bring in the new year in a way that will work for you.

We look forward to seeing you On the Rhode, On-Line and In the Build-ing in 5781. Shanah Tovah!

-rabbi michael fel

99 Taft AvenueProvidence, ri

· Tekiah Around Town Hear the sounds of the shofar in person· Tashlikh in Your Town Gather by the water to let go of past mistakes· Trekking Through The Torah Experience this walking tour of the Torah · Pop-Up Sukkah Find us On the Rhode to shake the lulav

Access religious, social and educational programs through:· Public Access TV · Livestream· Zoom · Facebook Live· Telephone Dial-in

· Curbside pickup for Prayer Books and Yom Tov/Holiday Kits· Sacred Space

Stay connected with Temple Emanu-El!Stay connected with Temple Emanu-El!

On the Rhode On-Line

Hear the sounds of the shofar in person· Tashlikh in Your Town Gather by the water to let go of past mistakes· Trekking Through The Torah Experience this walking tour of the Torah · Pop-Up Sukkah Find us On the Rhode to shake the lulav

Access religious, social and educational programs through:· Public Access TV · Livestream· Zoom · Facebook Live· Telephone Dial-in

· Curbside pickup for Prayer Books and Yom Tov/Holiday Kits· Sacred Space Reserve a time for private contemplation and reflection in our sanctuary· Friendly office staff Available by phone or in person by appointment · Celebrate family lifecycle events

02906www.teprov.org401.331.1616

In the Building

Hear the sounds of the shofar in person· Gather by the water to let go of past mistakes· Experience this walking tour of the Torah · Find us On the Rhode to shake the lulav

Access religious, social and educational programs through:· Public Access TV · Zoom · Telephone Dial-in

· and Yom Tov/Holiday Kits· Reserve a time for private contemplation and reflection in our sanctuary· Available by phone or in person by appointment ·

99 Taft AvenueProvidence, ri 02906

www.teprov.org401.331.1616

educational programs through:· Public Access TV · Zoom · Telephone Dial-in

· and Yom Tov/Holiday Kits· Reserve a time for private contemplation and reflection in our sanctuary· Available by phone or in person by appointment ·

99 Taft AvenueProvidence, ri 02906

www.teprov.org401.331.1616

Tekiah Around TownHear the sounds of the shofar in person

Tashlikh in Your TownGather by the water to let go

of past mistakes

Trekking Through the TorahExperience this walking tour

of the Torah

Pop-Up SukkahFind us On the Rhode to shake the lulav

Access a Wide Array of Religious, Social and Educational Programs

Curbside Pickup for Prayer Books and Yom Tov/Holiday Kits

Sacred SpaceReserve a time for private contemplation

and reflection in our sanctuary

Celebrate Family Lifecycle Events

Our friendly office staff is available by phone or in person by appointment

www.teprov.org | 401.331.1616www.teprov.org | 401.331.1616

Livestream

Zoom

Television

Dial-In

Facebook Live

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MAHZORIM (PRAYER BOOKS)

Having your own prayer book will make every aspect of the High Holy Days more accessible and mean-ingful. Please visit www.teprov.org/prayerbook to borrow or purchase a mahzor.

HOME FOR THE HOLY DAYS Sunday, September 13, 8:00 PM

Looking for ways to make the High Holy Days meaningful for you and your family? Join Ronni Guttin and the Temple Emanu-El clergy for an evening of practical, meaningful, and fun suggestions of things you can do with your family this Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and Simhat Torah. All fam-ilies with children ages 0 through grade 7 are invited to join.

www.zoom.us Meeting ID: 844 4940 9323 | Password: 890739

5781 YOM TOV/HOLIDAY KIT

All member households are eligible to receive a 5781 Yom Tov/Holiday Kit! The kit includes many things you need to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kip-pur, Sukkot, and Simhat Torah at home including holiday readings, teachings, snacks, art-related projects, and much more!

Please sign up at: www.teprov.org/form/RHbags.html for a time slot to pick up your kit, volunteer to deliver kits to members, request delivery, or opt out of receiving a kit.

“THE SHOFAR PROJECT”Temple Emanu-El is partnering with the Institute for Jewish Spirituality to offer a free course featuring videos, Torah learning, yoga, and a weekly sit-down with Rabbi Fel.

Rabbi Fel will be facilitating a weekly zoom conversation Wednesdays at 12:00 PM on September 2, September 9 and September 16. Visit the Temple webiste to register.

www.zoom.us | Meeting ID: 599 402 1470 | Password: 99Taft Password for Dial-In: 055590

PREPARING FOR THE HIGH HOLY DAYS

PATHWAYS TO 5781 Thursday, September 10, 7:30 PM

Join us on Zoom for an overview of Temple Emanu-El’s Fall programmatic line- up. Everything you wanted to know about the High Holy Days, Adult Educa-tion, Shabbat Offerings, Z’man Kodesh Daily Minyan Experience, and more!www.zoom.us | Meeting ID: 405 452 0081 | Password: 226005

S’LIHOT Saturday, September 12

8:15 PM

8:30 PM

Havdalah with Temple Emanu-El Clergy on Zoom

S’lihot Night Live: The Conservative Movement comes toget-ther to learn, sing, and connect as a community. Over 60 rabbis and cantors will present, and a variety of S’lihot ser-vices will be offered throughout the evening. Learn more by visiting our website or calling the Temple office.

TISHREI TASKFORCE

The Tishrei Taskforce is a group of volunteers who are focused on making the holidays more accessible and meaningful. It is never too late to join. If you’d like to volunteer your time, please call the Temple Office.

Look for these icons throughout our newsletter

to see where to participate in various services during the

High Holy Days.

On the Rhode

On-line

In the Building


5781 HIGH HOLY DAY SCHEDULE

Erev Rosh Hashanah Friday, September 18

5:00–5:45 PM – hi! holy days: Wish your friends a Shanah Tovah in our multiple Zoom rooms and participate in an Erev Rosh Hashanah Seder using items from your 5781 Yom Tov/Holiday Kits!

livestream community-wide rosh hashanah evening services:6:15 PM – Minhah 6:30 PM – Candle Lighting / Ma’ariv 7:30 PM – Concluding Blessing

on demand: Pre-recorded,30-minute,family-friendly

videoshighlightingthethemesandprayersofRoshHashanahandYomKippurwillbeavailableonourYouTubechannelandour

website,www.teprov.org.

Tot Experience: Ages 0–6 Service

LedbyTempleEmanu-ElClergy,ShaynaFel,andmanymoreguests!

Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur BaBayit (At Home): Grades 1–5 Service

FamilyLearningServiceledbytheTempleEmanu-ElClergyandStaff

L'Shanah Tovah!

Do you want to connect to online services and programs but are unsure of how?

THE TE TECH TEAM IS HERE TO HELP!

Chaired by Jon Lentz, the TE Tech Team is a group of vol-unteers who are here to help with your technical needs so that you can connect to our on-line offerings. Don’t let technology be a barrier to participating in our many ser-vices and programs! If you have any technical questions or needs, please email [email protected] or call 401.371.6966 and a member of the TE Tech Team will be in touch!

Are you tech-savvy? Want to become a member of

the TE Tech Team? We can always use more volunteers!

To join the team, email Jon: [email protected] or call:

401.371.6966

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classic sanctuary service and classic meeting house service will run concurrently; times will be the same

Rosh Hashanah – Day 1 Saturday, September 19

livestream morning services:combined service:8:00 AM 8:10 AM 8:20 AM 9:00 AM

10:15 AM 10:30 AM

Private Musaf AmidahRepetition of Musaf Amidah

combined service:11:45 AM 12:10 PM 12:15 PM

Rabbi Fel’s SermonEin KeloheinuConcluding Blessing

livestream afternoon services:6:45 PM 7:29 PM 8:00 PM

Minhah and Learning Candle Lighting and Ma’ariv Concluding Blessing

Rosh Hashanah – Day 2 Sunday, September 20

livestream morning services:combined service:8:00 AM 8:10 AM 8:20 AM 9:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:25 AM 11:45 AM12:10 PM 12:15 PM

Morning Blessings / Birkhot Hashahar Verses of Song / P’sukei D’zimra Morning Service / Shaharit Torah Service / Ein Kamokha with Shofar BlowingPrivate Musaf AmidahRepetition of Musaf AmidahRabbi Zerin’s Sermon Ein Keloheinu Concluding Blessing

on the rhode:3:00 PM


Tekiah Around Town: Shofar Blowing at various locations

Minhah and Learning Ma’ariv followed by Havdalah Concluding Blessing

Morning Blessings / Birkhot Hashahar Verses of Song / P’sukei D’zimra Morning Service / Shaharit Torah Service / Ein Kamokha

TEKIAH AROUND TOWN

Thisyear,sincethefirstdayofRoshHashanahtakesplaceonShabbat,theshofarwillonlybesoundedontheseconddayofRoshHashanah

(Sunday,September20).

Shofarblowerswillbedispatchedaroundthe

areasothateveryonecanheartheshofarinperson.

TELEVISIONThepre-recordedprogram

"A Taste of the High Holy Days: Highlights from the Rosh Hashanah Musaf Service"

willair:

Saturday,September19:10:30–11:30AM

Sunday,September20:11:00AM–12:00PM

SEEPAGE2FORDETAILS

FOR SOULFUL ROSH HASHANAH SERVICE

TIMES, SEE PAGE 3


TASHLIKH IN YOUR TOWN

One of the most memorable customs of the High Holy Days is tashlikh. We gather at the water’s edge to reflect on our misdeeds from the previous year, consider our areas of growth, read prayers and verses, and toss bread-crumbs into the water to symbolically cast away our sins, just as the Prophet Micah asked God to “hurl all our sins into the depths of the sea.”

While traditionally, we perform tashlikh on Rosh Hashanah, this service can tech- nically be performed any time between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. This year, we are creating several opportuni-ties for you to engage in tashlikh in the days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, so that you can experience this service in small group settings:

self-guided tashlikh in your town: (for all ages) Included in your 5781 Yom Tov/Holiday Kits is a tashlikh booklet, which contains all the readings and in-structions for you to have a meaningful self-guided tashlikh service. There is also a list of recommended locations for tashlikh throughout Rhode Island. Bring your booklet, some breadcrumbs (or, for a more environmentally- friendly option, some fish food or birdseed), and head to your closest body of water. Self-Guided Tashlikh can be performed any time from September 20–25, or September 27 before Kol Nidrei.

tashlikh z’man kodesh: (all ages welcome; geared towards adults) During our 5:45pm Z’man Kodesh on September 21–24, in addition

to the Minhah service, we will be led in tashlikh. Join us using a landline, smartphone, tablet, or computer! Consider taking your cell phone and some breadcrumbs (or fish food or birdseed) to your closest body of water so that you can actively participate in the service. To join, please call 929-436-2866 or visit www.zoom.us; when prompted, enter the following meet-ing ID: 405 452 0081 and password: 226005.

ֹּׁש ֲעוֺנֵֹתינּו יָׁשּוב יְַרֲחֵמנּו יְִכבְוַתְשִׁליְך ִבְּמֻצלֹות יָם ָכּל־

ֹּאוָתֽם׃ ַחט

God will return to us in love, cover up our iniquities;

You will cast away all our sins into the depths of the sea.

micah 7:19

tashlikh in your town: family and teen edition: (for families with chil-dren ages 0–grade 8, and for 9th–12th graders) Families with children ages 0 through grade 8 are invited to join together in small groups for a 15- minute tashlikh service, led by a member of the clergy or staff. Tash-likh services will be held in 15-min-ute increments from 4:00–5:45pm on September 22–24 through-out Rhode Island. Everyone must register in advance for a specific time and location. We will also be hosting two teen-only tashlikh ser-vices for our high school students. Please click the link on the home-page of our website to sign up by Thursday, September 10.

Join us for our kickoff event Sundaes in the Sukkah! We will drop off every-thing you need to make your own ice cream sundae and then you can join us for an online Sukkah hangout.

Registration will be required.

when:October 6th | 8:00 pm

where:In the comfort of your own house or sukkah!

cost: $5.00

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5781 HIGH HOLY DAY SCHEDULE (continued)

Tzom Gedalia Monday, September 21

fast: 5:10 am–7:08 pm 7:45 AM5:45 PM

Tuesday, September 22 – Wednesday, September 23

7:45 AM5:45 PM

Thursday, September 24

7:45 AM5:45 PM

Friday, September 25

7:45 AM5:15 PM 6:19 PM

Saturday, September 26

9:30 AM7:15 PM 7:30 PM

Yom Kippur Monday, September 28

livestream morning services:combined service:9:00 AM9:10 AM9:20 AM10:30 AM11:00 AM11:30 AM11:45 AM

Z’man Kodesh with Avinu Malkeinu & Torah Reading Z’man Kodesh and Virtual Tashlikh

Z’man Kodesh with Avinu MalkeinuZ'man Kodesh and Virtual Tashlikh

Z’man Kodesh with Avinu Malkeinu and Torah Reading Z’man Kodesh and Virtual Tashlikh

Z’man Kodesh with Avinu MalkeinuKabbalat Shabbat SpectacularCandle Lighting

Shabbat Shuvah ServicesEnd of ShabbatZoom Havdalah

Z’man Kodesh with Avinu MalkeinuLincoln Park Cemetery Memorial ServiceKol Nidre – classic sanctuary service and classic meeting house service will run concurrentlyCandle Lighting/Fast Begins

Erev Yom Kippur Sunday, September 27

7:45 AM10:00 AM6:00 PM

6:14 PM

Morning Blessings / Birkhot Hashahar Verses of Song / P’sukei D’zimra Morning Service / Shaharit Torah Service / Ein KamokhaAvodah ServiceMartyrology / Reflections on Loss In Our DayYizkor & Rabbi Fel's Sermon

SACRED SPACE

InthedaysbetweenRoshHashanahandYomKippur,

weinviteyoutoscheduleatimetocomeintothe

Sanctuaryandhaveafewmomentsofcontemplation

andreflection.

PleasevisitourwebsiteorcalltheTempleOfficeto

reserveatime.

TELEVISIONThepre-recordedprogram"A Taste of the High Holy Days: Highlights from the

Yom Kippur Evening Service" willair:

Sunday,September27:5:00–5:30PM

Thepre-recordedprogram"A Taste of the High Holy Days: Highlights from the

Yom Kippur Musaf Service" willair:

Monday,September28:11:00AM–12:00PM

SEEPAGE2FORDETAILS

FOR SOULFUL YOM KIPPUR SERVICE

TIMES, SEE PAGE 3


MEET US AT OURPOP UP SUKKAH!

Monday, October 5 – 12 PMProvidence & Cranston

Tuesday, October 6 – 12 PMProvidence & Barrington

Wednesday, October 7 – 12 PMProvidence & Warwick

Thursday, October 8 – 12 PMProvidence & Lincoln

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Tuesday, September 29 – Thursday, October 1

8:00 AM5:45 PM

Erev Sukkot Friday, October 2

8:00 AM5:15 PM

Sukkot – Day 1 Saturday, October 3

9:15 AM6:45 PM

Sukkot – Day 2 Sunday, October 4

9:15 AM6:45 PM 6:46 PM

Hol HaMoed Sukkot Monday, October 5

7:45 AM12:00 PM5:45 PM

Hol HaMoed Sukkot Tuesday, October 6

7:45 AM12:00 PM5:45 PM 8:00 PM

Z’man KodeshZ’man Kodesh

Z’man KodeshErev Sukkot Services

Shabbat/Yom Tov ServicesTeaching and Ma’ariv

Yom Tov ServicesTeaching and Ma’arivHavdalah

Z’man KodeshPop-Up Sukkah – Providence & CranstonZ’man Kodesh

Z’man KodeshPop-Up Sukkah – Providence & BarringtonZ’man KodeshTeen Ice Cream Sundaes in the Sukkah

Yom Kippur (continued}classic sanctuary service and classic meeting house service will run concurrently; times will be the same 12:30 PM 12:45 PM 2:15 PM

Private Musaf AmidahRepetition of Musaf AmidahServices Pause


Minhah Ne’ilah and Ma’ariv Concluding Shofar Blast/Fast Ends

Order your own set of

LULAV & ETROG

order online:www.teprov.org/form/lulavetrog20

order by phone:401.331.1616

deadline: Sept. 22pickup: Sept. 30–Oct. 2

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Hol HaMoed Sukkot Wednesday, October 7

7:45 AM12:00 PM5:45 PM 7:30 PM

Sh’mini Atzeret Saturday, October 10

9:15 AM6:35 PM

Simhat Torah Sunday, October 11

9:15 AM6:34 PM6:50 PM

Hol HaMoed Sukkot Thursday, October 8

7:45 AM12:00 PM5:45 PM 6:00 PM

Hoshana Rabbah Friday, October 9

7:45 AM5:45 PM

Z’man KodeshPop-Up Sukkah – Providence & WarwickZ’man KodeshVirtual Sukkah Hop!

Shabbat/Yom Tov ServicesErev Simhat Torah Services

Yom Tov Services with HakafotHavdalahTeaching and Ma’ariv

Z’man KodeshPop-Up Sukkah – Providence & LincolnZ’man KodeshFamily First S'mores in the Sukkah

Z’man KodeshErev Sh'mini Atzeret Services

TREKKING THROUGH THE TORAH!

54 Portions in the Torah, 54 Yards to Visit 1 Trek Through the Torah!

On Simhat Torah, we read the very last portion of the Torah and then go right back to the beginning because we never want to stop!

This year, in honor of Simhat Torah, we are creating a unique way of experiencing the cycle of the Torah. We will be creating 54 yard signs, one for each portion in the Torah, each containing a brief summary of a different parashah. These signs will be placed in members’ yards, along with decorations that bring the Torah portions to life — all within a short walk from Temple Emanu-El.

DO YOU WANT TO “HOST” A TORAH PORTION?

If you live within half a mile of Temple Emanu-El and would like to post

a yard sign and/or decorate your yard for members to come and visit, please fill out the brief form at:

www.teprov.org/form/TorahTrekHost or call the Temple Office at:

401.331.1616.

Between October 6th and 16th, walk or drive from yard to yard as you Trek Through the Torah!

To get a map of the stations of our Trek Through the Torah, call the Temple Office at 401.331.1616 during the last week of September, or keep an eye out for an email after Yom Kippur! See page 23 for more details!

DID YOU KNOW?Our Friday Kabbalat Shabbat Spectacular and Saturday Zoom

Havdalah services are also streamed on

Facebook Live!

www.facebook.com/ TEProvidence


SEPTEMBER 2020 / ELUL 5780 –TISHREI 5781

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7:30 PM A New Bridge Between Science & Religious Faith


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9:30 AM Religious School

continued below

Rosh Hashanah Day 2

See pages 3 & 9 for service and program times

Erev Yom Kippur



See pages 3 &11 for service and program times

Labor Day





Tzom Gedalia

5:10 AM Fast Begins7:45 AM Z’man Kodesh5:45 PM Z’man Kodesh7:08 PMFast Ends

Yom Kippur

See pages 3 & 11–12 for service and program times






5:45 PM Kabbalat Shabbat

6:55 PM Candle Lighting




Erev Rosh Hashanah


See page 8 for service and program times




9:30 AM Shabbat Services

7:52 PM Havdalah

8:05 PM Zoom Havdalah

S’lihot


10:00 AM Soulful Zoom Shabbat

continued below

Rosh Hashanah Day 1

See pages 3 & 9 for service and program times

9:30 AM Shabbat Shuvah Services

7:15 PM Havdalah


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itzavim– Va-yeilekh

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a’azinu

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7:39 PM Havdalah


8:30 PM S'lihot Night Live

See page 7 for more information

SEP. 13 (cont.)


8:00 PM Home for the Holy Days

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7:30 PM Delve Deeper









Hol HaMoed Sukkot



7:30 PM Sukkah Hop





7:30 PM How to Study the Mishnah



7:30 PMMishnah Beit Midrash Begins



7:30 PMRe/Intro to Judaism Begins





6:21 PM Havdalah


Hol HaMoed Sukkot



6:00 PM Family First Pgm





Sukkot Day 2


Simhat Torah


Rosh Hodesh Heshvan







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Columbus Day



Rosh Hodesh Heshvan







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7:30 PM Delve Deeper: Lost Books of the Bible Begins

8:00 PM Teen Sundaes in the Sukkah

OCT. 17 (cont.)

6:40 PM Havdalah


Erev Sukkot




Hoshana Rabbah


5:45 PM Erev Sh'mini Atzeret Services








Sukkot Day 1

9:15 AM Shabbat/Yom Tov Services


Sh’mini Atzeret

9:15 AM Shabbat/Yom Tov Services



10:00 AM Soulful Zoom Shabbat

continued above


6:30 PM Havdalah


Noah

B’reishitLekh L’kha


FROM OUR KESHER WORKER

During the High Holy Days many of us find ourselves re-flecting on the role of forgiveness in our lives. We look back on the past year, consider the mistakes that may have been made and explore ways to atone. Some-times as we work to make amends, we may find our-selves forgetting an important piece of the forgiveness process, self-forgiveness.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us have struggled with in-creased family tensions, changing expectations, lifestyle restrictions, and uncertainty. We have also had to face new parenting challenges, complications with caring for older parents and loved ones from a dis-tance, new job responsibilities (or perhaps loss of employment), not being able to be present during a loved one’s serious illness or end of life moments, and many other COVID related losses and struggles.

With all these new complexities on our plates we might, unjustly, start to blame ourselves for things outside of our control. Robert Enright Ph.D in his Psy-chology Today article entitled “Whom Do I Forgive in the COVID Crisis?” states that sometimes those who care for others can develop a false sense that they nev-er have done quite enough.

We have to remember that the feelings we are expe-riencing now are normal and common experiences during the pandemic. We cannot forget that the abil-ity to forgive ourselves for mistakes, both large and small, is critical to both our psychological and physical well-being. Studies have found that difficulties with self-forgiveness are frequently linked with self-harm behaviors such as eating disorders, substance abuse, and suicide attempts, among other problems (Breines, 2012). If you find yourself experiencing any self-harm behaviors, please speak with a trusted mental health professional or call one of the 24- hour hotline num-bers listed at the bottom of this article.

Shame and guilt are often felt by those who struggle with self-forgiveness. Although these emotions may seem similar for in both experiences, we feel bad about our-selves, they are different. For example, feeling guilty may be healthy when it opens doors that lead to pos-itive behavior change. On the other hand, shame is often very unhealthy causing lowered self-esteem, feel-ings of unworthiness, and behavior that reinforces that self-image (Engel, 2017).

One way to reduce feeling shame is to develop compas-sion for ourselves. According to psychotherapist Bever-ly Engel, compassion is the antidote to shame. Feeling compassion for ourselves does not release us from tak-ing responsibility for our actions. But, it can release us from the negative self-talk that prevents forgiving our-

selves and frees us to respond to the situation with more clarity.

The following are a few suggestions that may help if you are struggling with forgiving yourself and letting go of negative self-judgment (adapt-ed from Cowan and Thal, 2015).

Review what has happened as truthfully as you can: Is what hap-pened something that was out of your control (perhaps given the circumstance surrounding it and the new norm we are living in?) or was it something you were able to control…Try to trace misdirected behavior to its origin. Think about what is causing the feelings associ-ating with this incident. Then, ask

yourself how you can redirect that same kind of energy in a more appropriate way.

Make amends and repair things where you can and appreciate the seriousness which you are trying to work through this. It is possible to still pick up a tele-phone and make a call, send an email or what is often even more meaningful in these times, a handwritten note. If you have tried to make amends with someone regarding a wrong that has been done, perhaps jour-naling, or talking to your partner, a trusted friend or colleague might help with exploring ways to let it go.

Try to get in touch with the feeling of being cared for. Remember a parent, friend, partner, or even a pet, who loves/loved you unconditionally (they could be alive or deceased). Imagine what he or she would name as some of your good qualities. Try to really take in both the love from them and the sense of yourself as em-bodying these qualities. One idea might be to paint them on a rock, or perhaps write them on a piece of paper and place them in a jar, then when you are strug-gling with self-forgiveness (because it is a process and moments of relapse will happen) you can walk to the stone or pull out a slip of paper to help work through the difficult emotions.

Truly try and let the negative self-talk (such as self-doubt, blame, and shame) go. When you have done all you can to repair what has been broken and to learn from

Struggling with Self- Forgiveness During COVID

by tara watkins, licsw

Tara Watkins, LICSW, is the Kesher worker at both Temple Emanu-El and Congregation Beth Sholom. Kesher is the congregational outreach program of Jewish Collaborative Services of Rhode Island, funded by the

Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island and private donors. The program is currently

active at Temple Sinai, Temple Torat Yisrael, Congregation Beth Sholom and Temple

Emanu-El. She can be reached at [email protected] or 401-527-7772.

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this experience say-in your mind, aloud, in writing, or to another–“I have taken responsibility for my actions and done what I could to rectify the difficulty I caused. I forgive myself for ___________ and ___________. I will no longer dwell on the bad feelings that surround this incident.” Perhaps pull in some of the positive qualities of yourself into this moment.

Remember that all forms of forgiveness, whether of others or ourselves are a process that require practice and patience, whether during COVID or beyond, so please be gentle with yourself.

Chag sameach and l’shanah tovah!

If you find yourself struggling with self-forgiveness I en-courage you to reach out to a member of the temple clergy, for 24/7 mental health support consult BH link hotline 401-414-LINK (5465), or if for those 18 and under please call 855-KID (543)-LINK (5465). The national suicide prevention hotline is 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Also, as the Kesher work-er for the temple I am also available to provide a free andconfidential ear to listen and help process your situation as well as connect to necessary community resources to help address COVID related struggles you may be expe-riencing during these challenging times (phone: 401-527-7772 or [email protected]). Please note that Kesher is not for immediate emergency situations.

Beverly Engel L.M.F.T. “Healing Your Shame and Guilt Through Self-Forgiveness, posted June 1, 2017. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-compas-sion-chronicles/201706/healing-your-shame-and-guilt-through-self-forgiveness

Emotional Well Being and Coping During COVID, Weil Institute of Neurosciences, University of California San Francesco, Department of Psychiatry and Neuroscienc-es. https://psychiatry.ucsf.edu/coronavirus/coping

Rabbi Rachel Cowan and Dr. Linda Thal “Wise Aging: Living with Joy, Resilience and Spirit, Behrman House: New Jersey, 2015.

Robert Enright, Ph. D. “Whom Do I Forgive in the COVID-19 Crisis?” Mar 24, 2020 Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-forgiv-ing-life/202003/whom-do-i-forgive-in-the-covid-19-crisis

Roger D. Williams, Jessica A. Brundage, and Erin B. Williams (May 2 2020) Moral Injury in Times of COVID, J Health Serv Psychol, 1–5. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7195905/

The kit includes many things you need to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and Simhat Torah at home including holiday readings, teachings, snacks, art-related projects, and much more!

Please sign up at: www.teprov.org/form/RHbags.html for a time slot to pick up your kit, volunteer to deliver kits to members, request delivery, or opt out of receiving a kit.

All member households are eligible to receive a 5781 Yom Tov/Holiday Kit!


Mishnah Beit Midrash–Massekhet Pesahim

instructor: Xava DeCordova & Rabbi Rachel Zerinwhen: Wednesdays, Oct. 28–Dec. 16, 7:30–9:00pm

Have you ever wanted to study traditional Jewish texts in the original Hebrew, but weren’t sure how? Do you want to experience traditional Beit Midrash-style learn-ing with a hevruta (study partner)? Are you interested in taking your Daf Yomi studies to the next level? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, this class is for you! This course, offered in partnership between Temple Emanu-El and Shel Maala, an internet-based grassroots beit midrash, will guide you through learn-ing selections of Mishnah Pesahim (the tractate that will be studied in the Daf Yomi cycle in November & Decem-ber). This class is for anyone who can read Hebrew–

all you need to know is your aleph-bet!

This course will be preceded by a session on How to Study the Mishnah (and Why It’s Import-ant) on October 21, where we will discuss everything you need to know to explore and understand the Mishnah.

note: No class Nov. 3 or 25

KOFFLER BORNSTEIN FAMILIES ADULT LEARNING PROGRAM – FALL SEMESTER

suggested donation for each course: $36 / $25 for students and seniors

register online or by phone: Online: www.teprov.org/form/adultedfall20 Phone: 401.331.1616

iEngage: Together and Apart: The Future of Jewish Peoplehood

instructor: Rabbi Michael Fel when: Tuesdays, Nov. 10–Dec. 15, 7:30–9:00pm or Wednesdays, Nov. 11–Dec. 16, 12:00–1:30pm

This course from the Shalom Hartman Institute ad-dresses the complex features of Jewish peoplehood and the contemporary challenges to the Jewish people in an era in which we have moved from having no home to having two different, vibrant, homes in Israel and in North America. Through video lectures, interviews, and textual sources, we will examine the forces dividing the Jewish people today, including nation-alism, antisemitism, dual loyalty, and identity politics; and imagine new conceptual frameworks that can help sustain and grow the story of our people for a new millennium.

where: All courses will be offered via Zoom and are acces-sible via landline, smartphone, tablet, or computer.Links and phone numbers will be provided to those who register.

Decoding the Aleph Bet

instructor: Xava DeCordovawhen: Mondays, Nov. 2–23, 7:30–8:30pm

Do you want to learn to read and write in Hebrew? Together we can take the first step in being able to chant Torah, study Talmud and understand the siddur. If you’re a beginner or are looking to re-learn the aleph-bet, this is the class for you! The class attempts to be anti-oppressive in every way possible, and is a collaboration between Shalem and Temple Emanu-El. Students must attend all four sessions of the class, as all of our learning will be cumulative, and should plan to do about 20 minutes of self-study 4–5 days each week between classes.

note: Space is limited!

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The Lost Books of the Bible

Instructor: Michael Satlow, Professor of Religious Studies and Judaic Studies at Brown University

In the third to first centuries, BCE, Jews wrote a number of books that, although in a biblical style, did not make it into our Bible. Many of these are preserved in what is known as the Apocrypha, including 1 and 2 Maccabees; Tobit; Judith; and Susanna. These books, and others, captured the imagination of artists and writers throughout history. In this course we will read and discuss them and explore how they might still be relevant to Jews today.

For more information and to register, please go to:www.teprov.org/form/DelveDeeperF20

Space is limited–Registration deadline: September 21

You may also contact Rabbi Rachel Zerin: [email protected] or 401-331-1616

Institute of Jewish Studies.

Delve Deeper is an adult education initiative that brings dynamic teachers to teach in-depth, university level courses to a diverse group of adult learners in Greater Rhode Island.

Space still available. All are welcome to join!

When

Tuesdays from 7:30-9:30 PM

October 6−December 15

Where

All classes to be held on Zoom.

Link will be sent to those who register.

Cost

$250 for the semester

Note that partial and full scholarships

are available! Please do not let cost be

a barrier!

For more information and to register,

please go to:

www.teprov.org/form/DelveDeeperF20

Note: Registration deadline is

September 21

You may also contact Rabbi Rachel

Zerin by e-mail or phone:

[email protected] or 401-331-1616

7:30-9:00 PM

The Lost Booksof the Bible


when / where: Thursdays, starting October 29, from 7:30-9:00pmZoom link will be sent after registration

register online or by phone: www.teprov.org/form/ReIntro2021; 401.331.1616

cost – financial assistance available: $360 as part of our Conversion Program$75 as part of our Adult Learning Program

in partnership with:

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

At Temple Emanu-El, we believe that Jewish education should be engag-ing, meaningful and memorable. To that end, we have worked over the course of the summer to update our curriculum, plan some special

family events and restructure some of our classes and materials to work

within our ever-changing school envi-ronments. The overall goals of the Religious School are: for children to be able to make decisions in their lives based upon Jewish knowledge and Jewish values, to provide students with a toolbox of Jewish wisdom to confront life’s joys and challenges, and to help children develop identities that anchors them in thousands of years of tradition and with the Jewish people.

Temple Emanu-El teachers are looking forward to engag-ing with their students in a variety of modalities: experi-ential learning, discussion, hands-on projects, as well as reading texts and using a variety of methods to analyze them. Yes, we have plans to make this happen virtually!

The Religious School serves the needs of children who are entering Kindergarten through grade 8.

This year, classes will be held virtually, at least through December. Students in Kindergarten through grade 2 will meet with their teachers on Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:45. This will include a school assembly from 9:30-9:45. Students in grade 2 will have an additional session mid-week to learn Hebrew decoding. Students in grades 3-7 will learn Hebrew on Tuesdays from 4:30-5:15. Small group Hebrew lessons for all 2nd-7th grad-ers will be held weekly at the convenience of our fam-ilies. Additionally, our teachers will make visits to your home monthly to deliver any necessary materials for school projects, and just to be able to say “hi!”

Students in grade 8 will meet once a month on Sundays from 4:00–5:30pm via Zoom.They will participate in a program entitled: “Tikkun Olam: Our Turn,” a curricu-lum created by Avodah, which addresses many social issues that our teens can relate to. Together with Rabbi Zerin and Rabbi Fel, I am excited to work with the 8th graders to explore the topic of Tikkun Olam, all while creating and implementing a meaningful mitzvah proj-ect in their first year living as B’nei Mitzvah, adult mem-bers of the Jewish people.

For more information, please contact me, Ronni Saltz-man Guttin, at [email protected], or our school secre-tary, Nancy Wordell, in the school office at 401.331.1616. I can’t wait to connect with your family!

-ronni saltzman guttin

CALLING ALL 8TH GRADERS!

What tools does Judaism provide us with to be of use to a world in need of healing?

What are the root causes of social issues?

How can I affect social change?

What social issues and methods of change am I most drawn to?

How can I create a meaningful and impactful mitzvah project, and a game plan for a life of

engagement with Tikkun Olam?

Tikkun Olam: Our Turn,acurriculumcreatedbyAvodah,addressesallthesequestionsandmore.TogetherwithRabbiZerin,RabbiFel,RonniSaltzmanGuttin,andotherguestsfromthecommunity,8thgraderswillhavetheoppor-tunitytoexplorethetopicofTikkunOlam,allwhilecreatingandimplementingameaningfulmitzvahprojectintheirfirstyearlivingasB’nei Mitzvah,adultmembersoftheJewishpeople.

WewillmeetonceamonthonSundaysfrom4:00-5:30pm,November–May,viaZoomorinanothersocially-distancedway.

[email protected] 401.331.1616forinformation.


Take a picture of you and yourhousehold

You might want to write aholiday greeting on a piece ofpaper (in thick marker!) toinclude in your picture

Please email your picture [email protected] by Thursday,September 10. Remember to send afull-size image!

One of the highlights of the High HolyDay season is seeing all your TempleEmanu-El friends! While we won’t beable to see each other in-person, we stillwant to give everyone an opportunity tosee each other on the holidays.

This year, in between our virtualservices on Rosh Hashanah and on YomKippur, we would like to share picturesof all our Temple Emanu-El friends, soyou can still see your friends on theHigh Holy Days!

We need your help!

We look forward to seeing your smilingfaces in the new year!

These High Holy Days, See (a picture of) Your Friends!

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Trekking Through the

Torah

Trekking Through the

Torah

54 Portions in the Torah, 54 Yards to Visit

1 Trek Through the Torah!

On Simhat Torah, we read the very last portion of the Torah and then go right back to the beginning because we never want to stop!

This year, in honor of Simhat Torah, we are creating a unique way of experiencing the cycle of the Torah. We will be creating 54 yard signs, one for each portion in the Torah, each

containing a brief summary of a different parashah. These signs will be placed in members’ yards, along with decorations that bring the Torah portions to life - all within a short walk

from Temple Emanu-El.

Between October 6 and 16th, walk or drive from yard to yard as you Trek Through the Torah!

To get a map of the stations of our Trek Through the Torah, call the Temple Office at 401-331-1616 during the last week of September, or keep an eye out for an email after Yom

Kippur!Do you want to “host” a Torah portion?

If you live within half a mile of Temple Emanu-El and would like to post a yard sign and/or decorate your yard for Temple members to

come and visit, please fill out the brief form online:

www.teprov.org/form/TorahTrekHost

or call the Temple Office at 401.331.1616

On Simhat Torah, we read the very last portion of the Torah and then go right back to the beginning

because we never want to stop!

This year, in honor of Simhat Torah, we are creating a unique way of experiencing the cycle of the Torah. We will be creating 54 yard signs, one for each portion in the Torah, each containing a brief summary of a different parashah. These signs will be placed in members’ yards, along with decorations that bring the Torah portions to life–all within a short walk from Temple Emanu-El.

Between October 6th and 16th, walk or drive from yard to yard as you Trek Through the Torah!

To get a map of the stations of our Trek Through the Torah, call the Temple Office at 401.331.1616 during the last week of September, or keep an eye out for an email that will be sent after Yom Kippur!

Temple Emanu-El | 99 Taft Avenue, Providence, RI 02906 | www.teprov.org | 401.331.1616


IN OUR TEMPLE FAMILY

S’mahot (Celebrations)Briana and Benton Odessa announce the birth of their daughter, Alexis Grace.

Edward and Susan Odessa announce the engagement of their daughter, Brooke Ilyse to Robert Spence, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Spence, Jr.

Jessica and Andrew Schuster announce the birth of their son, Charles Maxwell, brother of Ava and Sadie.

In Memoriam

Estelle Robinson Klemerwife of: Bernard Klemer z’’l and Arnold Robinson z’’lmother & mother-in-law of: Carol Robinson Sacerdote and George Sacerdote, Lisa Rob-inson Schoeller and Richard Schoeller, Lorie and Richard Grif-fin, Harvey and Lynda Klemer grandmother & grandmother-in-law of: David and Dorothy Sacerdote, Dr. Michael Sacer-dote and Dr. Mirinda Griffin, Joshua and Amanda Klemer, Austin Klemergreat grandmother of: Nathan, Daniel and Lyra Sac-erdote, Kylee Klemer, Emily Klemersister of: Harold Lazarus z’’l

Seymour Dillhusband of: Judi Dillfather & father-in-law of:Pamela and Marc Ardizzone, Josh and Jennifer Dill, Mathias Dill and Jenna Mategrandfather of: Dahlia, Yaakov, Basya, Ezra, Sarah-Leiba, Sadie, Ellabrother & brother-in-law of: Marvin and Joan Dill

Marsha Goldfinewife of: Melvin Goldfinemother & mother-in-law of: Stephanie Goldfine and David Gildea, Dr. Hilari and Dr. Timothy Dunn, Seth Goldfine z’’lgrandmother of: Connor Dunn, Wyatt Dunn, Benjamin Dunnsister & sister-in-law of: Spencer and Louise Forman, Jeffrey and Kathi Forman

Grace Gouzewife of: Robert J. Gouze z’’lmother & mother-in-law of: Rabbi Andrea Gouze and Gershon Levinegrandmother of: Eitan, Daniella, Nili, Aurora

Judith Spindellwife of: Edward Spindell, M.D. z’’lstep mother of: Marcia Spindell Lentzgrandmother of 5; grandy to the spindell lentz family

Florence Greensweigmother of: Penney Stein and Richard Taubmangrandmother of: Daniel, Jeremy and Samuel Stein, Lindsay, Devon and Tobin Greensweig, Taylor Greensweig, Emera Laselle, Jenna and Evan Greensweiggreat grandmother of: Jessica Perry Stein, Mirit and Hadas Stein

Ruth Priscilla Markswife of: Israel Marks z’’lmother of: Leslie Marks-Hershey and Dr. Steven Hershey, Sheryl and Shmuel Ishai, Paul Marks and Barbara Gold Markssister of: Shirley Salley and Max Dressler Lechtman z’’lgrandmother of 7great grandmother of 13

ContributionsGrateful thanks to all the generous contributors to our Temple’s funds. Your contributions are important to the entire congregation. These gifts support a wide variety of pro-grams at the Temple.

The contributions listed below are from July 1–August 15, 2020.

ADULT INSTITUTE FUND

in honor of

Rabbi Alvan Kaunfer from Daniel Zussman and Rebecca Brenner, Fred and Sally Rotenberg,Joshua and Eva Gutman, Linda Stein-hardt and Doug Lindsay, Seth Kurn and Barbara Harris, Steven and Eliza Beringhause, Jon and Ruth Berenson, Jonathan Klein, Roberta Segal

BELLA & MILTON DUBINSKY FUND

in memory of

Renee Flink from Lenore Cohen

BENTON & ELAINE ODESSA FUND

in honor of

Alexis Grace from Steven & Wileen Snow

BERNARD & ESTELLE KLEMER FUND

in memory of

Estelle Klemer from Arthur and Judy Robbins, Carol Ziegler-Blau, Cheryl Greenfeld Teverow, Joe and Jean Silverstein, Lanny and Marsha Golden, Susan Labovitz, Michele and Bruce Sacerdote, Richard and Bernice Kumins, David and Hope Hirsch, Michael Sacerdote

CAMP RAMAH FUND

in memory of

Ruth Wolf from Martin and Dianne Newman

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CANTOR’S DISCRETIONARY FUND

in honor of

Edward and Susan Odessa from Steve Blazar

Cantor Brian Mayer from Lauren Elias, Tova Tenenbaum and Dan Rosenberg

CHAPEL FUND

donation from Stephen Allen

in honor of

Stuart Cohen from Keith Greenbaum

Sam Mendelowitz from Phyllis Solod

in memory of

Loved ones from Abe and Larisa Shapiro

Earl M. Percelay from Abigail Leavitt

Reva Subar from Alan and Evelyn Brier, Lev & Raisa Khaykin, Whiteford Taylor and Preston LLP, Gail Stein, Ty & Lindsay Glucksman, Suzanne Glucksman

Henry Baum from Alan and Sharon Gaines

Sylvia Hassenfeld from Alan and Vivien Hassenfeld

Jeannette Riter from Barbara Riter

Edith Feingold from Barbara Trilling

Bertha I. Kasper from Bentzil Kasper

Minnie S. Balis from Beverly Loebenberg

Fay Alperin from Brenda Clayson

Janice Ziegler from Carol Ziegler-Blau

Michael Levin, Renee Flink, Dale Salmanson from Cynthia Levin

Leonard Goldstein from David and Robyn Goldstein

Sylvia Zimet from David Zimet and Martin and Dianne Newman

Adele Zuckerman from Debra Zuckerman

Arthur Kaplan from Ellen Kaplan

Fannie and Philip Levine, Eva and Harry Feldstein from Edward and Barbara Feldstein

Klara Lowy from Ethan and Lorriane Adler

Joseph Brooks and Louis Rosenzweig from Fred and Marcia Rosenzweig

Renee Flink from Holly and David Rothemich

Claire and Jacob Massouda from Jacob and Maybeth Lichaa

Sam Rotkopf from John and Harriet Reed

Arthur Grueneberg from Larry and Joyce Wacks

Louis Schwartz from Lillian Schwartz

Janet Bornstein from Marc and Ann Richman

Emil and Nathan Wald from Marlene Spiegel

Laura Summer from Martin Kerzer

Ida Shushansky from Martin Lewis

Robert Curran from Matthew Wilson

Nathan Roy from Maxine Richman

Maisie Wolfson from Maxine Wolfson and Paul Hossfield

Estelle Klemer from Elaine & Donald Kallio, Staff and Board of Directors at JCS

Prof. Joel Silverberg from Patricia Brennan

Evelyn Weinberg from Robert and Vicki Weisman

Lucille Irving from Robert Lieberman and Peri Aptaker

Esther Shufrin from Ronald Shufrin

Barry Gilman and Rose Chalek from Ronne Chalek and Benjamin Ruekberg

Elmer Lappin from Roslyn Guarnieri

Myron Mendelowitz from Sam and Lillian Mendelowitz

Robert Kaplan from Steven and Joan Graff

Joseph Modes from Steven and Libby Peiser

Gertrude Gleklen from Susan and William Sikov

Joseph V. Destefano from Toby Alterman and Anne DeStefano

Harold Lappin and Louis Balkan from Alan Lappin

Sy Dill from Alex and Mira Eides

Yadin Goldschmidt from Ariel and Andrea Goldschmidt

Betty Selya from the Honorable and Mrs. Bruce Selya

William Berman from Carol Berman and Ann Berman

Maurice Cherlin from Carolyn Mendelson

Evelyn and Jack Mellion from Enid Koffler

Edward Adler from Ethan and Lorraine Adler

David Felder from Fred Felder

Isaac Dogim from Frieda and Simon Erlich

Sidney Smith from Harriet Baron

Victor Weinreich from Irving and Ruth Weinreich

Barbara Murphy from Keith Greenbaum

Madeline Gurwitz from Lynda Bedard, Mayer and Judith Levitt

Robert Riesman and Joseph Riesman from Marcia Riesman

Edith Spindell Koffler from Marcia Spindell

Frank A. Shone and Wolf Myrow from Marilyn Myrow

Blanche Chiron from Martin and Dianne Newman

Florence Silver from John Kayser

Steven Weisman from Robert and Vicki Weisman

Henry Markoff and Ruth Triedman from Ronald Markoff and Karen Triedman


contributions continued

Mary Levine and Dora Mendelowitz from Sam and Lillian Mendelowitz

Sol Koffler from Sandra and Richard Bornstein

Celia Genter from Sandra Marcowitz

Marsha Goldfine from Sruel and Phyllis Oelbaum

Minnie Leger from Stephen and Diana Lewinstein

Betty Selya from Susan Rosen

FLORAL FUND

donation from Carol Berman

GENERAL FUND

in honor of

Zazie Negev Patch from Jason Patch and Mariani Lefas-Tetenes

Alexis Grace Odessa from Bob and Margie Pelcovits

in memory of

Ruth Wolf from Michael Fine and Carol Levitt

Reva Subar from Libby Gillman

Marsha Goldfine from Melvin Goldfine

KIDDUSH FUND

in memory of

Reva Subar from Martin and Dianne Newman

Monroe Caslowitz from Holly and David Rothemich

in honor of

Rabbi Alvan Kaunfer from Penney Stein

LEONARD C. MANDELL MUSICAL FUND

in memory of

Leonard Mandell, Richard Kenler, Gertrude and Percy Newman from Shandelle Kenler

LIBRARY FUND

in memory of

Donald Yarlas from Marilyn Myrow

Reva Subar from Ellen and Dick Mazow

June Cole Byers from William Dilworth

MUSEUM FUND

in honor of

June Cynthia Snow from Lawrence and Ruth Page

in memory of

Malcolm Lipson, Mrs. Brachin, David Chernov, Michael Saltzman, Goldie Greene, Dale Salmanson from Lawrence and Ruth Page

PRAYERBOOK FUND

in memory of

Samuel Banks from Allen and Nan Banks

RABBI FEL’S DISCRETIONARY FUND

in honor of

Rabbi Fel , Stacy Handler, Jacob Elkon from Gabrielle Rhodes Handler

Rabbi Fel from Tova Tenenbaum and Dan Rosenberg

in memory of

Gertrude Rosen from Harris and Myrna Rosen

RABBI ZERIN’S DISCRETIONARY FUND

in honor of

Rabbi Zerin from Tova Tenenbaum and Dan Rosenberg

RELIGIOUS SCHOOL FUND

in memory of

Reva Subar from Howard Charish

We Welcome Our Newest Temple Members!

Barbara&KevinDwaresStacyHandler&JacobElkon

Debra&DavidLaMarcheMadeleine&LeonMissry

Leanna&NealOlitskyanddaughtersAviva&Talia

Sarah&PeterSaulsonMonicaSerrano&TomerWeiss

Inez Kolonel from Carole Rudman

RICHARD & BERNICE KUMINS FUND

in honor of

Susan and Edward Odessa from Richard and Bernice Kumins

RICHARD S. KRAMER & LOUIS I. KRAMER FUND

in memory of

Richard Kramer from Barbara Gumpert

SHABBAT CHAI FUND

donation from

Avram and Maxine Cohen

in honor of

Susan and Ed Odessa from Carl Freedman & Beverly Ehrich

Wileen and Steven Snow from Martin and Dianne Newman

YOUTH ACTIVIIES FUND

in honor of

Sam Bloch from Martin and Dianne Newman

in memory of

Reva Subar from Sandra Rubin

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NEW & IMPROVED TEMPLE WEBSITE

Temple Emanu-El maintains a website at www.teprov.org. The site is a valu-able resource for staying up to date on all Temple-wide activities. And, with the click of a button, you can register for an upcoming event or even view services live from our Main Sanctuary!

Having trouble logging in?

If you do not have an email on file or are unsure of the email address associated with your account, email [email protected] and your account will be updated. You will not be able to login to our system until an email is established for your account.

If you have never logged in or do not remember your password:

1) Click the “Login” button at the upper right corner of the page

2) Enter the email address that is associated with your account

3) Click “Forgot Password” A window will pop up asking for your email address

4) Enter the email address that is associated with your account

5) Click “Email Password” A password reset link will be emailed to you

6) From the email sent to you, click the “Reset your password” link You will now be able to access your account and set a new password

How to register for an event:

Click the event link on our website or on a promotional Temple email. Note: You do not need to be logged in to your synagogue account to register for a Temple event.

How to log in to your account:

1) Go to the Temple website at www.teprov.org

2) Click the “Login” button at the upper right hand corner of the page

3) Enter the email address and password associated with your account (note: only the email on file will work!)

DID YOU KNOW?

You can access your syna-gogue account through the Temple website!

Accessing your synagogue account online is an easy, convenient way to manage your Temple affairs:

» View account balances and payment history

» Make donations and account payments

» View upcoming yahrzeits

» View or update family information

» RSVP for events

How to make an online payment:

1) Log in to your synagogue account

2) Click on “My Account” (note: do not select from the drop- down menu)

3) Select “Submit a Payment”

4) Select if the payment is “for account balance” or “a donation”

5) Enter the amount you wish to pay

6) To set up a recurring payment, select “Pay this Amount” and then select a payment interval that is comfortable for you from the drop-down menu and continue to payment

Having trouble accessing your account, setting up payments, or registering for an event?

Email [email protected] or call the Temple Office at 401.331.1616.

SERVICES AND ONGOING EVENTS – SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER

Z’man Kodesh: Your Daily Minyan Alternative ExperienceEvery morning and afternoon we are blessed to pray, laugh, learn, and remember our loved ones through the recitation of Mourner’s Kaddish during our daily Z’man Kodesh sessions. Using your landline, smartphone, tab-let, or computer, please join us at the following times:

morning z’man kodeshSunday–Friday at 8:00 AM (7:45 AM on Rosh Hodesh, Hol HaMoed, and the week between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur)

Includes a modified 30-minute service and either 10 minutes of teaching, Torah reading, or Hallel.

afternoon z’man kodeshSunday–Thursday at 5:45 PM:

Includes Minhah and Ma’ariv or Minhah and learning.

Kabbalat Shabbat SpectacularFridays Evenings – See the calendar on pages 14–15 for times.

Join Rabbi Fel, Rabbi Zerin, Cantor Mayer, and your friends from Temple Emanu-El for a musical, interactive Kabbalat Shabbat Spectacular every Friday evening! To-gether we will sing our favorite Kabbalat Shabbat mel-odies, hear inspirational stories and teachings, share highlights from the past week, and more. Call in or log on to join the fun!

Shabbat Morning ServicesSaturday Mornings at 9:30 AM (9:15 AM on Yom Tov and Rosh Hodesh); to view, visit our website

Join Rabbi Fel, Rabbi Zerin, and Cantor Mayer every week for Shabbat morning services, streamed live from the Main Sanctuary directly to your smartphone, tablet, or computer!

Soulful Shabbat – Fall 2020Soulful Shabbat will meet via zoom on September 12 and October 17 at 10:00 AM

Shabbat comes each week to remind us that true mean-ing in our lives won’t be found in what we accomplish but rather in being part of the universe. Soulful Shab-bat encourages people to spirituality stretch by creat-ing a space for pause and reflection. Soulful Shabbat prayer is a blend of traditional davening, silence, chant,

movement and poetry so that one’s whole self — mind, body, breath and heart — can be engaged in prayer. Soulful Shabbat Services are coordinated by Rabbi Alan Flam, Judy Kaye and Dr. Bruce Phillips.www.Zoom.us | Meeting ID: 890 6194 7983 Dial-In: 1.929.205.6099

HavdalahSaturday Nights – See the calendar on pages 14–15 for times

Say goodbye to Shabbat and enter the new week with your Temple Emanu-El friends! We will join together for a brief Havdalah service to conclude Shabbat, complete with singing, candlelight, sweet-smelling spices, and wine. Those in mourning or observing yahrzeit will also have an opportunity to recite Mourner’s Kaddish. Grab your landline, smartphone, tablet, or computer and join us as we transition from the holiness of Shabbat into the rest of the week!

Knitting CircleTuesdays, 12:00–1:00 PM

Looking for some fellow knitters? Join Ronni Guttin and members of the congregation for clacking needles, project inspiration and plenty of conversation. The group meets virtually every Tuesday!

Game Nights!Sunday Evenings, after the High Holy Days

Join Temple Emanu-El for some friendly competition with trivia, BINGO, and other games. Using your tablet or computer, log on to Zoom and join us for some fun! Check our website for more information.

Z’man Kodesh, Kabbalat Shabbat, Havdalah, Knitting Circle, and Trivia can be accessed in one of three ways:

Call:929.436.2866Whenprompted,entertheMeetingID:4054520081

Ifaskedforapassword,enter226005

Visit:www.teprov.org/view-services-liveandclicktheappropriatelink

GodirectlytoZoomandentertheMeetingID:4054520081

andPassword:226005

Temple emanu-El | 99Taft Avenue, Providence, RI 02906 | 401.331.1616 | www.teprov.org

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