VOLUME 42, NO. 2 www.mkorshalom.org Kislev-Tevet-Shevat-Adar I 5776 / Winter 2015-2016

INSIDE HIGHLIGHTS

From Your Leadership: Become Inspired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2Save These Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3In This House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 3 & 4Preschool: Connecting Families . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

THE MIRACLE OF DEDICATIONA young man gave a rousing performance during a piano recital in front of a large audience. Afterwards, a listener approached the young virtuoso and said to him, “I would give anything to play as well as you do!”

His teacher, who had accompanied her prized pupil, overheard the listener’s remark and responded, “Oh no, you wouldn’t! If you would,

you could possibly play as well as this young man, if not better. But you’d have to put in the time, effort and discipline needed. This young man has practiced hours a day every day for years to pursue his dream. Would you be willing to give that kind of time and dedication?”

As we approach Chanukah, our Festival of Light, we typically think of the miracle that occurred when the Maccabees entered the Temple in Jerusalem following their victory over the Syrian-Greek army and found enough oil to last for one day that ended up burning for eight.

But the word Chanukah actually comes from the Hebrew root meaning dedication, reminding us of how the Maccabees cleaned, purified and rededicated the Temple after its desecration.

The name of the holiday itself re-affirms the continuing challenge to each of us when it comes to how we choose to dedicate ourselves, through faith and action, to living out the highest ideals of our heritage and the ethical, moral and spiritual values we hold sacred. Chanukah reminds us of how strong our community can be when we are each dedicated to its continued well-being and growth.

The Maccabees didn’t know a miracle would occur when they first got started, but they realized that if they, themselves, weren’t dedicated enough to do what they could with the oil they had, then the dream they had for their community would never come to fruition.

This year, as we light our candles, let us not just celebrate the dedication of the Maccabees, but re-dedicate ourselves to using our own gifts and skills, our time and talents to help bring about the miracles and dreams we wish for ourselves, our families, our synagogue community and the world.

From our homes to yours, we wish you happiness, brightness and warmth during this Festival of Light.

B’shalom,Rabbi Jennifer L. Frenkel

Rabbi Jennifer L. Frenkel

PASSION IS THE BACKBONE OF A RELEVANT COMMUNITYWhether you are new to M’kor Shalom or have been a member for years, you probably noticed there is something that makes “Our House” special. Our congregation has a long tradition of innovation and program development that directly improves people’s lives. As noted in our Mission Statement (published on our website), “We use the collective strength of our community to translate the religious teachings of chesed (compassion) and tzedek (justice) into action.” Our caring community supports the needs of our congregants through life-cycle events and as the larger culture changes and imposes new stressors. We also have a strong tradition of social justice and social action, working to alleviate the inequalities in society over the long term but also taking action that will have an immediate impact in our local community.

One example of innovation is our recently expanded webcasting service. We are one of only two Reform congregations in New Jersey (the other is in the north) and one of only about 30 congregations in the country to bring services right into the homes of members via webcast. This year, there were 171 viewers of our webcasts from Erev Rosh Hashanah through the late service on Yom Kippur.

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WISHING YOU A

HOLIDAY OF LIGHT & JOY

On behalf of theOfficers, Board of Trustees,

Clergy and Staff of Congregation M’kor Shalom,

we wish you andyour family a very

HAPPY CHANUKAH

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FROM YOUR LEADERSHIPJill Fox, Vice President

BECOME INSPIRED BY THE GIFT OF ACTIVE PARTICIPATION

When I look back eight years, I never thought I would be where I am today, proudly serving as one of M’kor Shalom’s vice presidents.

What brought me to this point and what made me want to get involved? I became a Bat Mitzvah in this synagogue many years ago and already knew that M’kor Shalom was a special place. When my husband and I were ready to join a

synagogue, there was no other place I wanted to be. One night I received a call from a committee chair, and she asked me if I would like to come to a meeting of the Membership Committee. Since I had no other plans for that night, I thought, “Why not?” I went to the meeting – and the next one and the one after that – and, well, I am still going to them.

I met people I would otherwise never have met. As I started building new friendships, I was asked to help out with events these people were involved with and then met more people. Eventually I joined other committees. That led to chairing and co-chairing committees, and then I was asked to be on the Board of Trustees.

Being involved and volunteering was just the right thing at the right time when my daughter was a bit older and my husband had other interests that kept him busy. While being with my family will always be the most important thing to me, becoming more deeply engaged with my M’kor Shalom family has been such a special blessing.

All it took was for me to answer a phone call. I hope you will answer that call one day to enrich your life and help strengthen our community.

B’shalom, Jill

Jill Fox, Vice President

850 Evesham Road • Cherry Hill, NJ 08003856-424-4220 • www.mkorshalom.org

CONGREGATION M’KOR SHALOM

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Editorial TeamGail DonnerEileen Fox

Marilyn Hailperin

Graphic DesignerDebbi Sunshine Caine

Jennifer L. Frenkel, Senior Rabbi Anita F. Hochman, Cantor

Abby Michaleski, RabbiSuzanne Guinane, Cantorial SoloistMichelle Bross, Executive Director

Merle G. Steinberg, Education DirectorSharon Halperin, Early Childhood Ed. Dir.

Jodi Levine, President

This issue was made possibleby a generous gift from

Linda & Steven Angstreich.

All congregants are welcome to participate in synagogue activities. If you have any special needs, please let us know by calling the synagogue office and

leaving a message for the Caring Community Committee. We will make every attempt to arrange appropriate accommodations.

PASSION (continued from page one)

When a beloved member of our congregation passed away this spring, members on vacation, those who moved away in retirement and others were able to be with their community via the memorial service webcast. Read the webcast testimonials throughout this edition of The Source (see the sign).

These webcasts, as well as other services, demonstrate how M’kor Shalom looks after its own, but we also engage with the wider community in some pretty amazing ways. As many congregants know, M’kor Shalom houses up to 12 homeless men in our Social Hall for two weeks every winter, providing not only food and shelter, but also fellowship and support. As a coalition member of the Interfaith Homeless Outreach Council (IHOC), our synagogue has been involved in this effort since 1987. What many congregants might not know is that we are the only synagogue among the 30 or so coalition members – all the rest are churches. Many congregants also may not realize that the IHOC program actually runs from November until May, during which time the men attend life skills classes on money management, job seeking and developing interpersonal relationships while also working with nonprofit organizations such as Goodwill Industries. There are many success stories among the men. On the IHOC website, you can read about John B., who is working at the Philadelphia Sign Company in Palmyra, living in Merchantville and operating a growing landscape business. Kevin W. is working at the shipyard and living in IHOC’s Permanent Housing Program. Kevin T. is married and living in Lindenwold. James C. is a part-time driver for NJ Transit living in Woodlynne. The list goes on and on, and M’kor Shalom has been an integral part of helping change lives.

Another example of how our congregants take action is our involvement with the Ronald McDonald House in Camden. While many congregations cook meals, we are the only volunteer group that actually takes over the management of the Ronald McDonald House for a 48-hour period to allow the staff to spend Christmas at home and make the house a comforting, festive place for families who must spend the holiday far from their homes coping with a hospitalized child.

Each of these programs needs volunteers to sustain it. Please consider joining us to continue the legacy of M’kor Shalom as an active and innovative organization making a difference in the lives of so many. Watch for the rest of the story about what makes “Our House” so unique in future issues.

FOR THE FIRST TIME, on the second day of Rosh

Hashanah, I found myself in need of watching a service online. Thank you! I now understand the power and value of being able to be part of the service in this way. It was very meaningful and I am so appreciative of your efforts.

—Robin R.

Have ideas? We’re All Ears!Let us know what FUNdraising activities you would enjoy. Contact Cindy Weiner-Palmere at cweiner@flynnco.com. Deadline for the spring edition

of The Source is February 15.

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We Celebrate the B’nai Mitzvah of...December 12 Gabriel Molotskyson of Gregg & Lynn Molotskygrandson of David & Morra Molotsky

January 9Ethan Bernstein, son of Michael Bernstein & Elyse Dishler

January 30Jason Maron, son of Jonathan & Laura MaronJoshua Meyers, son of Daniel & Marla Meyers

February 2Mason Zuckerman, son of Brian & Jennifer Zuckerman

We Welcome New Members...The Honorable Steven P. Burkett Gift of Membership RosterDavid Berg Y Jessica Bitman Y Stephanie Bitman Y Tyler Bitman Y Kelsey Capelli Y Jessica Cohen Y Madeline Cohen Y Rebecca Connolly Y Bradley Deren Y Alex Faye Y Max Faye Y Sara Fine Y Brandon Fleischer Y Kayla Fox Y Samantha Freedman Y Zachary German Y Amy Gladstein Y Samantha Gladstein Y Eric Grayson Y Emily Halpern Y Alexandra Hampton Y Jody Herron Y Julia Honovich Y Julie Kimelman Y Annie Levine Y Ari Levine Y Emily Lichtenstadter Y Gavin Lynch Y Cara Maniloff Y Hannah Manzo Y Elana Molotsky Y Esther Montgomery Y Matthew Morrison Y Letty North Y Rachel Rood-Ojalvo Y Isabel Rosenberg Y Alexander Schoifet Y Leah Singer Y Rebecca Singer Y Rachel Sklar Y Amanda Soslow Y Alexa Vecchio Y Rachel Vetesi Y Evan Weiser Y Aaron Widman

IHOC HOSPITALITY PROGRAMDecember 13-27Contact Sheila Lever at bubbyof5@gmail.comor Heidi Swartz at heididanaswartz@yahoo.com.

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE PROGRAM December 24-25Contact Eileen Fox at eileenfox1@gmail.com.

FAMILY NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH Thursday, December 31 at 7:00 pmRing in the New Year with DJ, dancing, games, food, ice cream bar and BYOB Adult Lounge. $25 per person. Contact Shari Kauffman at sharilynkauffman@gmail.com.

MARTIN LUTHER KING SHABBAT SERVICE FEATURING THE UNITY CHOIR Friday, January 15 at 8:00 pm

TU B’SHEVAT WOMEN’S SEDER The New Year of Trees CelebrationWednesday, January 27 at 7:00 pmContact Beth Savitch at bethsavitch@me.com or Lisa Weiser at lisa@realweiser.com.

SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE WEEKENDWITH RABBI LAWRENCE KUSHNER April 1-3

M’KOR OR: SOURCE OF LIGHT LEADERSHIP TRIBUTE TO LINDA & STEVEN ANGSTREICH Sunday, May 22

Save The Date for theseMajor Upcoming Events

MY HUSBAND AND PARENTS attended [Erev Yom Kippur] services tonight while I stayed home with my young

children. It felt strange not to attend. Then I recalled you had a webcast. I watched almost the entire service (had to put the kids to bed) and it was amazing! This is the first time I used the webcast, as we are new members. This may be life-changing. Thank you so much for making this available. I loved everything about the service.

—Jill G.

I WANT TO SHARE with you how happy I am that I was able to stream the [memorial service for Steve Burkett]

on my phone. Thank you so much for working so hard on the webcasting. I know it means a great deal to many people, and today was just another example of how incredible our incredible congregation is – as well as its members. We really are a family of families.

—M’kor Shalom “family” member

WELCOME BACK FAIR September 20. Old and new synagogue friends gathered to kick off the year with good conversation, exciting committee and program opportunities and, of course, yummy breakfast treats. Photos by Jack Weinberg

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M’kor Or

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We Remember...Evie Abramson

Mother of Judi Peltzman

Sharon EngelMother of Tracy Abrams

Israel EzerskyFather of Lynne Podrat

Blanche FrommMother of Ina Stein

Harvey HorneNephew of Myron & Eleanor Kern

Cousin of Beth Kern

Ruth MertzMother of Barry Mertz

Cy MitchellFather of Donald Mitchell

Ralph MillerFather of Arthur Miller

Helen PerlmanAunt of Irene Afek

Great-aunt of Maya Fair

Jean SpitzMother of Mitchell Medoff

Leo “Vinny” ViniarFather of Carl Viniar

Howard WallensteinFather of Susan Gates

William WeiserFather of Rick Weiser

Ethel ZeffAunt of Robin Kushner & Judith Stern

We Give Thanks...To these congregants who gave at the highest level of membership shares this year and were not listed in the previous issue of The Source.

TIKVAH CIRCLE ($5400) Michael Liberman & Amy Herskowitz Steve & Sheryl Levin David & Susan Olinsky

We Celebrate & Wish Mazal Tov to... Robert & Eileen Eliason the engagement of their son Sam to Jill Radwin

Michael Fau & Erica Isaacsonon their marriage

John & Marilyn Hailperinon the marriage of their daughter Whitney to Colin O’Neill

Allen Herron & Susan Herronon the marriage of their son Daniel to Gabrielle Friedman

Cary & Bilha Hillebrandon the birth of their granddaughter Arbel Hillebrand

Les & Carol Hirschon the marriage of their daughter Erica to Steve Penney

William & Marcy Lawrenceon the birth of their granddaughter Willow River Kimball

Martin & Audrianne Leveneon the engagement of their son Howard to Tamar Mirensky

Sandy & Sheryl Pearlon the marriage of their son Seth to Samantha Magram

Hillary Raskin & Jen Pierceon their marriage

Larry Siegel & Sharon Siegelon the engagement of their daughter Samantha to Arturo Perez

Donald & Thelma Spivackon the engagement of their grandson Sam Elias to Jill Radwin

Robyn AlterPennsauken

Shauna AsherMt. Holly

Matt & Lee BeesBryan & AlexanderMarlton

William & Phyllis BlackmanMarlton

Meir & Lisa BraunsteinVoorhees

Jerome & Susan CohenCherry Hill

Bea EisenMarlton

Janet GolubCherry Hill

Scott & Jill GutmanAliyah & DylanCherry Hill

Marla KlugmanBrandon & AvaMarlton

Mark & Lori KossowBailey & JordynVoorhees

Michael Lerman & Rebecca O’MaraMadison O’MaraCherry Hill

Micah & Amy LevyMarlton

Mindy Lipson-StasioJennie & Samuel StasioMarlton

Jared & Sarah PasternakMaya & SimonCherry Hill

Larry & Sheryl RabinowitzDavid & JasonCherry Hill

Ryan & Leslie SchubertLogan & DaynaMarlton

Joyce SegalMt. Laurel

Myles Seidenfrau & Cara GullyJason & Joshua SeidenfrauVoorhees

Marlene Spector & Amy LipsonMaple Shade

Lionel & Joyce WallencodCherry Hill

Bryan & Sherry WarnerLeoraCherry Hill

Jared & Annamarie ZaumNathan & CallenVoorhees

We Welcome New Members...

THE PRESCHOOL: CONNECTING FAMILIES The M’kor Shalom Preschool provides a warm, friendly community not only for our children but for their parents as well, thanks in large part to the work of the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO). The PTO, traditionally the fundraising arm of the Preschool, has become actively involved in running family events and social outings for parents, whether it’s just a small group going out for a drink or a large group celebrating the end of a school year. As Preschool Director Sharon Halperin puts it, “The PTO encourages all the parents to get involved. Families with young children looking to connect with others can find that connection through the Preschool.” PTO co-chair Iris Snyder jokes that she walked into the M’kor Shalom Preschool almost nine years ago for a Fun with Ones class and never left. “My third-grader has a four-year-old sibling, so the minute I graduated from kindergarten, we were back in preschool,” she explains. Having worked for the Jewish Federation and volunteered in many of the Preschool’s activities, she was a good fit for the PTO co-chairmanship, a role she shares with fellow Preschool parent Sarah Zalcmann. According to Sarah, parents are getting involved with the Preschool in large part due to the quality of the school. “I started volunteering because I’m so grateful to have such a wonderful preschool for my two boys,” she explains. “In my opinion, the quality of education is second to none — with an engaging curriculum, nurturing and loving teachers and a wonderful community of children and parents. My children can’t wait to go to M’kor Shalom each morning!” A major PTO success is the revitalization of the Tot Programming Committee, co-chaired by Jenny Dorn and Stephanie Riviello. In addition to the book fair and Tot Shabbats, the PTO organized a dinner in the sukkah this year dubbed Pizza in the Hut, attended by over 50 Preschool families. The Moms Night Out group is thriving, thanks to its chair Jaime Weingart. The group provides a way to meet parents from other classes in a fun, relaxed environment. It’s also a way for working moms, who may not be able to volunteer at school during the day, to meet other parents. One of the PTO’s main goals, says Iris, is to deepen a sense of community with the larger congregation. As she explains, “We want to help parents make connections among themselves, and also make a connection between the school and synagogue so that once their kids leave the Preschool they will continue to feel at home at M’kor Shalom.” The strength of our community depends on embracing all members of our community from tots to seniors.

WHAT KEEPS TEENS IN OUR HOUSE

Leaders in both the Reform and Conservative movements estimate that fewer than 25% of teens whose parents are synagogue members now participate in traditional youth groups. It appears that many teens are attracted to shorter, more intensive experiences, such as summer camps and Israel trips. M’kor Shalom has a long tradition of keeping Judaism vital for our children. Proof of that is on average, 60% of our Confirmation Class students choose to continue with Post-Confirmation studies. We are an enthusiastic supporter of the local JCC camps and Camp Harlam, and we have one of the strongest commitments within our local community (in number of participants) to the Confirmation Year Israel Trip. The impact of this last program was validated by a recent survey conducted by Merle Steinberg, our Education Director. She asked students in 11th and 12th grades to write about the M’kor Moment that was most influential in their decision to continue in our Post-Confirmation Program. Some mentioned Confirmation rehearsals and the service, discussions held in Hebrew High, working in the Madrikhim Team and, of course, their Bar and Bat Mitzvah. However, the most consistent M’kor Moments were associated with the Confirmation Class Israel Trip. Here are some of their comments.

It was the cruise on the Red Sea. Eating and listening to music. We all felt so close to each other, and together we jumped into the Red Sea.

The Bedouin tents (best day ever!) and camel riding. I felt so close to everyone and it made me feel so connected to Israel.

I am so thankful for M’kor Shalom for giving me the opportunity to go on the trip of a lifetime. It truly was life changing.

Since I began going to M’kor Shalom for Mommy and Me classes, my favorite memory has been going to Israel.

At the Bedouin tent we sat in a circle very late at night playing a group game that bonded all of us together. The combination of the location and special people created an experience I will never forget.

My favorite thing about M’kor Shalom is getting to know the people in my grade on our Confirmation trip to Israel.

My M’kor Moment was when we went to Israel and went to Ben Yehuda Street. We found a beautiful café and ate the best food I’ve ever tasted.

This trip impacts the lives of our students in many ways, even ways that we learn about years after graduation. Our college students return to Israel with the Jewish National Fund, enroll in Tel Aviv and Hebrew Universities and travel with Birthright Israel.

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PIZZA IN THE HUT September 30. Photo by Sharon Halperin.

GIFT OF ISRAEL PROGRAMA roadblock to participation for many families is the cost of the Israel trip, which can be more than $4000. That’s why M’kor Shalom supports the Gift of Israel (GOI). Sponsored by the Jewish Federation as well as area synagogues, the GOI provides a means for families to save for this trip over several years and receive matching funds. Families that begin contributing to this fund in the 3rd grade save over a thousand dollars and receive 100% of that in matching funds. For more information, contact the Gift of Israel Program at http://jewishsouthjersey.org/goi or goi@jfedsnj.org.

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Adult Education FundTo support programming for adults.

Received From In Memory OfGail & Dick Donner Helen Perlman, aunt of Irene Afek and great-aunt of Maya FairRolane & Steve Sunshine Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellReceived From In Honor OfCarol & Bill Fisher Arbel Hillebrand, grandson of Cary & Bilha Hillebrand

Rabbi Richard F. Address Caring Community Fund

To support the Caring Community Committee in their effortsto make M’kor Shalom a more compassionate and inclusive synagogue.

Received From In Memory OfBrenda & Fred Brotz Marty Weitz, our beloved fatherDonna & Joe Pilato Alan Hershman, father of Dina GreenblattElinor & Peter Hecht Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffErica & Richard King Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffGail & Dick Donner Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Ethel Zeff, aunt of Judy Stern Ethel Zeff, aunt of Robin Kushner Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell Medoff Ralph Miller, father of Art Miller Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce Weinger Ralph Weinger, father of Jerry Weinger Ralph Weinger, husband of Sara Weinger Ruth Mertz, mother of Barry MertzGay & Ed Skobac Evie Abramson, mother of Judi PeltzmanHarriet & Harold Cohen Ruth Mertz, mother of Barry MertzJeannette & Rich Kaufman Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellKaren & Anna Wallenobrien and Donald O’Brien Edythe Kushner, mother of Scott Kushner Lillian Spiro & Estelle Kaplan, sisters of Thelma Spivack Ralph Weinger, beloved husband, father & grandfather Sara Blicblum, mother of Lilly CowanLaura & Scott Asroff Evie Abramson, mother of Judi PeltzmanLisa & Mitchell Conn Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellMarilyn & John Hailperin Gerald Beckerman, father of Laurie Waring Israel Ezersky, father of Lynne PodratMarlene & Gary Dworkin Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellMarsha & David Krassner Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellNan & Ron Smollow Steve Burkett, husband of Beth GlennRabbi Richard Address Martin AddressRebecca Silver Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffSara & John Honovich Gerald Beckerman, father of Laurie WaringSol & Caroline Gantz Shirley SofrinStew & Barbara Abrams Ethel Zeff, aunt of Judy SternTeri & Neal Nover Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellThelma Slutsky Abraham SlutskyReceived From In Honor OfAnnie & Ari Levine Neil Levine’s receiving the Sid Levy Volunteer of the Year AwardBonnie Flanagan Rosh Hashanah services at M’kor ShalomDiana & Sid Maletzky Ari Marc Farber, son of Justin & Caitlin Farber Sid’s Torah Honor on Kol NidreJaime, Rick, Jordan, Hunter & Jake Friedman Jacob Bloom becoming a Bar Mitzvah Whitney Hailperin’s marriage to Colin O’NeillJodi & Neil Levine Jacob Bloom becoming a Bar Mitzvah Whitney Hailperin’s marriage to Colin O’NeillJudy & Steve Stern David Laskin Marty Cohen’s speedy recovery Selma Hochman’s speedy recoveryLaurie & Russ Waring Whitney Hailperin’s marriage to Colin O’NeillLinda & Larry Robinson Stan Ginsberg’s speedy recoverySara & John Honovich Jacob Bloom becoming a Bar Mitzvah Whitney Hailperin’s marriage to Colin O’NeillSheila Lever Jacob Bloom becoming a Bar MitzvahShonnie Lebovitz & Max Taytelbaum Adam Cohen’s marriage to Louise HedayaThe Pinette Family Rabbi Richard Address

Abraham and Sylvia Angstreich Building Preservation Endowment Fund*

To keep our synagogue safe, secure and beautiful for generations to come.Received From In Memory OfBeth & Ron Brody Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffLinda & Steven Angstreich Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell Medoff

Linda & Steven Angstreich Ralph Miller, father of Art MillerMarilyn & John Hailperin Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellMyrna & Norman Grolnick Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerRobin & Gary Kushner Ralph Miller, father of Art MillerReceived From In Honor OfAbby & Bob Belafsky Steven Angstreich’s special birthdayLinda & Steven Angstreich Mitchell Medoff receiving the JCC Center Service Award Neil Levine receiving the Sidney Levy Volunteer of the Year AwardSara & John Honovich Whitney Hailperin’s marriage to Colin O’Neill

Choir FundTo contribute in honor of our choir for expanded activity.

Received From In Memory OfAndy Gardner Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellBecky & Warren Levy Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerBeth & Ron Brody Helen Perlman, aunt of Irene Afek & great-aunt of Maya FairBeverly Solomon Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerDeborah Kahn Ralph Weinger, husband of Sara Weinger and father of Bruce Weinger, Hilda

Weinger & Jerry WeingerEllen & Butch Melstein Jerry GrossGay & Edward Skobac Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffHilda & Bruce Weinger Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Evie Abramson, mother of Judi Peltzman Sara Blicblum, mother of Lilly CowanJaime, Rick, Jordan, Hunter & Jake Friedman Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerJudi & Howard Peltzman Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerJudy Cohen Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerLarry Berger Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerLinda & John Marple Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellLinda Bach & Marsha Levy Ralph Weinger, husband of Sara Weinger and

father of Bruce Weinger, Jerrold Weinger & Amy FinkeLonnie & Stan Smoller Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Ralph Weinger, father & grandfatherLynne & Norman Rednik Charlotte CardonickMarylee & Stuart Alperin Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Ralph Weinger, father & grandfatherRebecca Silver Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerRoberta & Jack Herring Ron Gordon’s lossRobin & Gary Kushner Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerSara & John Honovich Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Ralph Weinger, father & grandfatherSharla & Barry Feldscher Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce Weinger Ruth Mertz, mother of Barry MertzShonnie Lebovitz & Max Taytelbaum Ralph Weinger, husband of Sara Weinger, father of Bruce

Weinger & Jerry WeingerSusan & David Rush Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffTeri & Neal Nover Benjamin Greenspan Lucille Rizman Rae Ann Colchensky Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerYour Choir Family Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce WeingerReceived From In Honor OfKathy & Mike Perloff Selma Hochman’s speedy recoverySara Weinger Selma Hochman’s speedy recoveryThe Cardonick Family Cantor HochmanThe Mertz Family Cantor Hochman

College Connection FundTo provide holiday gifts and monthly Jewish publications for all our college students.

Received From In Honor OfYvonne & Howard Cooper Harry Starkman’s speedy recovery

Warren & Doris Elias Special Needs Endowment Fund*To support ongoing efforts to ensure that M’kor Shalom is

a welcoming community for those with special needs.Received From In Memory OfBarbara & Stew Abrams Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellCarol & Paul Weller William Weiser, father of Rick WeiserEileen & Robert Elias Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffEllen & Brad Molotsky Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell Medoff

In times of happiness or sadness, M’kor Shalom offers a variety of ways to share your wishes and thoughts with others. Minimum donation $18; Silver Cards $36; Gold Cards $54, unless otherwise noted. Contributions may be made in the synagogue office as well as on the M’kor Shalom website (www.mkorshalom.org).

We Gratefully Acknowledge Your Contributions

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Joan & Barry Ellen Belle Radwin, grandmother of Jill RadwinSuzy & David Peltzman Evie Abramson, mother of Judi PeltzmanTeri & Neal Nover Israel Ezersky, father of Lynne PodratThelma & Donald Spivack Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Jay Richman, husband of BeBe Richman Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell Medoff Leanore HoffmanWendy & Robert Spivack Cy Mitchell, father of Don MitchellReceived From In Honor OfMarilyn Rotter Donald Spivack’s special birthdaySteve & Ilyse Janove Mitchell Medoff receiving the JCC Center Service Award

Jeremy Kane Confirmation Class Israel Trip FundTo provide support for the Confirmation Class Trip to Israel.

Received From In Memory OfAbby & Drew Molotsky Alan Hershman, father of Dina GoldblattCelestine & Jeff Berg Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell Medoff Ralph Miller, father of Art Miller Sara Blicblum, mother of Lilly Cowan Sharon Engel, mother of Tracy AbramsMerle & Bernie Steinberg Ralph Weinger, father of Bruce Weinger William Weiser, father of Rick WeiserReceived From In Honor OfCaroline & Sol Gantz Bruce MatezCelestine & Jeff Berg A speedy recovery for Dick Circus Merle & Bernie Steinberg The marriage of Erica Hirsch & Steve PenneyThe Sell Family Noah Vermes becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Library FundTo purchase books and equipment.

Bookplate Minimum Contribution: $36 (silver card).Received From In Memory OfMarlyn & Harry Starkman Chrysi Vlahos’ mother Flo Herring, wife of Marvin Herring Jane Kaye’s mother, Lenore Jane Shulman, wife of Robert Shulman Les Schwartzberg’s motherReceived From In Honor OfMarlyn & Harry Starkman Robyn Greenberg’s engagement

Carol Neulander Beautification and Completion FundTo beautify and complete our building and grounds.

Received From In Memory OfBruce Matez Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell Medoff

Prayer Book FundRegular prayer book w/bookplate: $36 (silver card); Holiday prayer book w/bookplate: $18 (blue card).

Received From In Honor OfHarry & Marlyn Starkman Harvey & Gail Shapiro’s grandson Justin becoming a Bar Mitzvah

Rabbis’/Cantor’s Good Works Fund*To distribute funds to worthy and charitable causes

at the discretion of the rabbis and cantor.Received From In Memory OfAlfred Ritter Joyce RitterBarbara & Stew Abrams Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffEd & Ruth Feldman Ruth Mertz, mother of Barry MertzEli Robbins Sue RobbinsHoward & Anne Simonoff Jack SimonoffM’kor Shalom Board of Trustees & Executive Committee Ralph Miller, father of Art MillerMarlene Levy William LevyRoss, Judy, John & Mara Greenberg Ralph Miller, father of Art MillerSara Weinger Evie Abramson, mother of Judi Peltzman Joy Zaken’s father MartySheila Lever Geoffrey LeverStephanie & Andrew Zinn Sharon Engel, mother of Tracy AbramsReceived From In Honor OfAlbert Zalcmann Holding Torah on Kol NidreCarol & Les Hirsch Rabbi FrenkelDon Mitchell Cantor Hochman Rabbi FrenkelFaye & Barry Mertz Rabbi FrenkelHilda & Bruce Weinger Selma Hochman’s speedy recoveryJoy & Mort Hartman Cantor Hochman

Judy & Steve Stern Jacob Bloom becoming a Bar MitzvahMarlyn & Harry Starkman Cantor Hochman Rabbi FrenkelMichelle, Randy, Maddy, Brett & Chase Vogel Cantor HochmanThe Cardonick Family Rabbi FrenkelThe Gladstein Family Rabbi Frenkel & Cantor HochmanThe Wulwick Family Rabbi FrenkelTracy Abrams & Family Rabbi Michaleski

Religious/Preschool FundTo provide funding for creative programming for our students.

Received From In Memory OfSharon Halperin Anna Cohen David Halperin Irving Fiss Isaac Greenberg Katie Azus Nathan GreenbergReceived From In Honor OfAndrea Stein Justin & Sarah Vecchio’s B’nai MitzvahDavid & Judi Weinberg Josh Gladstein becoming a Bar MitzvahGay & Edward Skobac Justin & Sarah Vecchio’s B’nai Mitzvah

Amy Silvers Israel Scholarship Endowment Fund*To provide financial support to enable students to participate

in the Confirmation Class Israel Trip.Received From In Memory OfDebbie & Don Mitchell Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffReceived From In Honor OfRolane & Steve Sunshine Matthew Caine continuing his study of Torah

Louis & Helene E. Walker Social Action Endowment Fund*

To support our mission of tikkun olam (repairing our world) through the work of the Social Action Committee.

Received From In Memory OfArt Miller & Karen Bannett Ethel Zeff, aunt of Robin KushnerSue & Gary Polikoff Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffWendy & Robert Spivack Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell MedoffReceived From In Honor OfRolane & Steve Sunshine Aaron Caine beginning his study of Torah

Helen & Leon Weinberg Scholar-in-Residence Fund*To support the biennial Scholar-in-Residence Program.

Received From In Memory OfSharon & Jack Weinberg Cy Mitchell, father of Don Mitchell Gary Begnaud’s mother Mary Jean Spitz, mother of Mitchell Medoff Ralph Weinger, husband, father & grandfather

Yahrzeit Memorial FundTo remember beloved family and friends.

Received From In Memory OfDiana & Sid Maletzky Ann Clergies Ephraim & Jennie Gelernt Joseph & Gertrude MaletzkyIna Stein Neil SteinJudith & Ronald Koppelman Victor KoppelmanKathy Jacobs Clara JacobsMarilyn, Michael & Seth Breggar Herbert BreggarMarlene Levy Esther LaMontMarlene Spector Louise E. Weiner & Jean M. SpectorRob & Ronnie Coben Eugene Coben Robert FeldmanRolane & Steve Sunshine Sarah & Sam LichtenfeldTeri & Neal Nover Phyllis EttingerThe Wallenobrien Family Beloved mother & Bubby Beloved mother & grandmother

Funds noted by an asterisk (*) are restricted funds – that is, contributions are used solely for the fund’s stated purpose. Contributions to all other synagogue funds ensure support of specific activities, as well as general congregational needs.

Contributions listed are inclusive from mid-August through late October. We apologize for any errors or omissions.

We Gratefully Acknowledge Your Contributions

CASINO NIGHTNovember 14. Casino Night revelers enjoyed an evening of professionally-run casino games, food, drinks and fun at this playful FUNdraiser. Photos by Jack Weinberg.

URBAN GARDEN DEDICATIONOctober 11. M’kor Shalom and Community Mitzvah Day volunteers participated at the Urban Garden’s official dedication at the Neighborhood Center in Camden. A brief ceremony was followed by some light gardening and fall crafts. Photos by Kim Coffina.

EREV SIMCHAT TORAH & CONSECRATIONOctober 4. This joyful evening was marked by reading from the end of Deuteronomy and the beginning of Genesis, and it was made even more special by our first graders being called to the study of Torah. The evening was capped off by dancing with our Torah scrolls to the music of IZZY, our in-house klezmer band. Photos by Steve Janove.

HAVDALAH HAYRIDE & CAMPFIRE SING-ALONGOctober 10. S’mores weren’t the only highlight of this family outing! Great friends, lots of food and wonderful music rounded out the high points of this delightful seasonal event. Photos by Laura Maron