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1 Our 87 th Year FEBRUARY 2018 SH VAT/ADAR 5778 Madison Jewish Center SCHEDULE OF SERVICES FOR FEBRUARY 2018 Friday February 2 Candle Lighting 4:57 pm Service 7:30 pm Saturday February 3 Services 9:00 am Jr. Congregation 10:30am Weekly Portion: YITRO Exodus 18:1-20:22 HAFTARAH: Isaiah 6:1-7:6; 9:5-6 RABBI S STUDY SESSION Friday February 9 Candle Lighting 5:05 pm SUPERHERO SHABBAT SHABOOM 7:00pm Saturday February 10 Services 9:00 am Jr. Congregation 10:30am SHABBAT SH KALIM 2 SIFREI TORAH BIRKAT hahodesh SPECIAL HAFTARAH Weekly Portion: MISHPATIM Exodus 22:4-23:19 MAFTIR Exodus 30:11-16 HAFTARAH: 2 Kings 12:1-17 RABBI S SERMON Friday February 16 Candle Lighting 5:14 pm Service 7:30 pm INTERFAITH PULPIT EXCHANGE WEEKEND WITH THE KINGS HIGHWAY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sermon by PASTOR MELVIN D. BOONE BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY SHABBAT MJC Choir Saturday February 17 Services 9:00 am NO Jr Congregation Weekly Portion: T RUMAH Exodus 26:1-30 HAFTARAH: I Kings 5:26-6:13 ASK THE RABBI SUNDAY FEBRUARY 10:30am - RABBI KANE WILL GIVE THE SERMON AT THE KINGS HIGHWAY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Friday February 23 Candle Lighting 5:22 pm Service 7:30 pm

2 Page Two Madison Jewish Center Saturday February 24 Services 9:00 am NO Jr. Congregation SHABBAT ZACHOR 2 SIFREI TORAH, SPECIAL HAFTARAH Weekly Portion: T TZAVEH Exodus 28:31-29:13 MAFTIR: Deut. 25:17-19 HAFTARAH: 1 Samuel 15:2-34 WEDNESDAY EVENING FEBRUARY 6:00pm M GILLAH READING COSTUME PARADE followed by PIZZA & hmntaschen AND CARNIVAL {SPONSORS NEEDED} MESSAGE ARTICLE FEBRUARY 2018 Rabbi Shae J. Kane D.D. Our culture is materially opulent and spiritually starved. Throughout American communities, lavish homes and well-furnished schools provide our children and ourselves with abundant physical comforts. We have all the possessions we can imagine. Our richness in things is counter-balanced, however, by our poverty in time. According to a recent study in TIME Magazine, the average American workweek has increased from 41 to 47 hours per week, with many adults working far longer hours. With both members of most couples working, we work hard and long to be able to have the good things in life - a home, a car, maybe two, and maybe a computer to go along with our cell phones. But we have so little time to use them much less enjoy them. As a consequence of our shortage of time, we undervalue time and overvalue possessions. Happiness, however, is not to be found through ownership, but only through relationships. Contentment emerges from meaningful living, not from the ever-increasing desire for property. Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel used to say, "Things are the shore, and the voyage is in time." Learning to bask in time, rather than to squander time trying to keep up with our possessions, is the fundamental task facing most Americans today. In teaching ourselves how to effectively utilize time, to remember the art of resting and of renewal, we can strengthen ourselves to confront our finitude in time and our loneliness as solitary souls.

3 madisonjc.org Page Three In this month of February we encounter, in the Book of Exodus, the first version of the Ten Commandments, which mentions that a solution to our thirst for time is Shabbat, the Day of Rest. While the remainder of the Ten Commandments focus on matters of theology or of interpersonal ethics, Shabbat is the only ritual observance, which merits a place in those highly charged words, "Remember the Shabbat day and keep it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Shabbat of the Lord your God. You shall not do any work - - you, your son or daughter, your male or female slave, or your cattle, or the stranger who is within your settlements. For in six days, the Lord made heaven and earth and sea, and all that is in them, and God rested on the seventh day; therefore the Lord blessed the Shabbat day and hallowed it." Shabbat is the fundamental building block for all of Judaism and all of Jewish values. It is our portable home in time, a movable tabernacle that travels with the Jewish People through our journeys in history. Once each week, the Jew can put aside chores, obligations and distractions -- the activities, which rightly claim our attention during the week -- and can reassert our godlike sovereignty over work. For 24 hours or so each week, Jewish families are guaranteed quality time together, time to focus on their relationships together, on learning about their Jewish heritage, on building a Jewish community enriched by their participation and their worship. A Judaism, which does not make time for Shabbat, is a mere religion. However, a Judaism centered around Shabbat, consecrated for quiet, meditation, celebration, study and play is one, which can outlast the ages. Such a Judaism can infuse our lives and our communities with a sense of balance and perspective, sanctity and wisdom which our age -- so rushed and frantic -- sorely lacks. Every Jew is invited to a weekly cruise. All embark on a Friday night. Once on ship, there is no need to work -- since all the preparations are already complete. Instead, the voyagers can finally focus on refreshing their tired spirits, their strained hearts and their distracted minds. A lavish dinner -- complete with beautiful candlelight, sparkling wine and a bread so rich it tastes like cake. Followed by a service, which involves thanking the Captain and crew, through poetry, song and discussion, for preparing such a restful and pleasant voyage. Some people retire early for private time and for restful slumber. The next morning, the voyagers gather for a light breakfast, and then spend the morning together, meditating, reading and thinking about their goals in life, where they've come so far, what their history has taught them, and what kind of people they want to be. At noon, another festive repast, no less wonderful than last night's dinner, is served. In the afternoon, some walk the deck, some play ball, some read, while others sleep. And at the end of the day, as the cruise returns to shore, all are renewed and energized, and the participants are able to face the new week with anticipation and zeal. Such a cruise is available to you each week, and has been departing every Friday night for more than 3,000 years. The good ship Shabbat is as seaworthy as ever; all it needs is passengers -- no advance reservations required. All aboard!

4 Page Four Madison Jewish Center President s Message February 2018 Shalom everyone! Although the temperatures have been unappealing and frigid, it truly has been warm and inviting at each of Madison's events and weekly services. If you have been staying at home, consider attending our activities. You will be lifted spiritually and make some nice friends. Please check flyers mailed to your home, the Message, s, our posters and listen to the phone tree. Our updated Friday services have been a joy to all who attend. These services are brief, and the dress is casual. There is a pleasant Oneg that follows. On Shabbat, the service is longer and the format more traditional, but there is always spiritual renewal and a luncheon kiddush afterwards. Social events are enjoyable. Most relate to holidays or the season. Madison Jewish Center is great for people of all ages and interests. Invite some friends and family to join you at MJC. We are a friendly congregation and look forward to your participation. Looking forward to personally greeting you at MJC soon! Love, Barbara

5 madisonjc.org Page Five Shalom Parents,. This month is Purim. The M gillah reading will take place on Wednesday evening, February 28 th. There will be pizza, ice cream, and a carnival to follow. We look forward to seeing you all there. We will have already started our annual Passover Miss Chocolate candy sale. The sale will end on Wednesday February 14 th. This year we are pleased to offer Barton s Kosher for Passover candy and a second (non- Passover) catalog featuring items for your kitchen and home. All are perfect for your own holiday table or as gifts. If you are interested in purchasing, please fill out the order form on the next page, the one sent home with your child, or the one you should have received by regular mail. You can either bring it to the office, send it to Hebrew school with your child, or mail it back with the correct payment. Please make your check is payable to our organization. Thank you for your support! Melanie Green The Parents Association

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7 madisonjc.org Page Seven Platinum Sponsors KIDDUSH FUND SPONSORS Bunny and Brian Bender Myra Lee and Albert Fleischman Ellen Green Terri and Joseph Harary Beverly and Seymour Hoffnung Helen and Warren Leibowitz Marlene and Paul Podell Randi and Bruce Herman Mady Kiner Marla & Matt Hesse Barbara and Barry Stein Regular Sponsors Monique and Richard Ander Jodie and Matthew Cohen Hannah Dreifus Ilene Karpas Cecile Kops Judy Posniack Andrew Menkes and Ruth Richards Ellen and Max Hamou Shelli and Ron Feldman Annual Kiddush Sponsors are needed for this year. Please be one of our sponsors. If you would like to be a sponsor, contact: Ellen Green (917) emg522@aol.com

8 Page Eight Madison Jewish Center MJC SOCIAL CLUB HAPPENINGS FEBRUARY 2018 I hope everyone has been able to deal with the snow and stay warm this past January. This year the Super Bowl party is on Sunday, February 4 th. There will be mah jongg tables set up for those that are not that interested in watching the game. It is being held at AOH together with the Knights of Pythias. Kosher food will be available. Boxes are being sold. Wednesday evening, February 28 th, is our annual Purim celebration in conjunction with Sisterhood and PA. Come and listen to the M gillah reading, wear a costume, and join in the fun. Our annual trip to Atlantic City is on Sunday, April 22 nd. We will have breakfast in the shul and play Bingo on the bus. Then enjoy spending the day gambling, walking on the boardwalk, and/or shopping. The annual Social Club Shabbat is scheduled for Friday evening, May 11 th. We will be enjoying a traditional dinner provided by our caterer before the service. We are working on a trip for a Sunday in June to the Spanish/Portuguese Synagogue. Our end of year dinner will also be held in June. Watch for further information. Every member of MJC is also a member of the Social Club. Please take advantage of the many opportunities to spend time with friends. Let s keep MJC as the center of Egalitarian Conservative Judaism in this part of Brooklyn. Check our website (madisonjc.org), watch for flyers, and check the Message for further information. Reservations for all activities can be made through our address (info@madisonjc.org). Ilene Karpas

9 madisonjc.org Page Nine THE LATEST FROM SISTERHOOD FEBRUARY 2018 It has been a very cold and blustery winter outdoors, however, at Madison warmth and friendship permeates the air. Last month we had several functions including the movie The Zookeeper s Wife, Maj and Mingle, and the first Fashion Show meeting! Special thanks to Rachel for organizing movie night and to Barbara for donating the refreshments, Teresa for organizing Maj and Mingle along with Ellen assisting and to Barbara and Bonnie for arranging the first Fashion show meeting. Every activity and event that Sisterhood undertakes has been successful because of a combination of motivation, dedication and effort made by our members that is very much appreciated! Health night will be held on Monday night February 26 th. The topic will be Breast Cancer Awareness. Our member Meryl Fox will educate us about a very important organization that she volunteers for called SHARE, which is a national organization offering free support and educational programs for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers. Cost is only $5 pp. If interested, please contact Meryl at or misor1@aol.com. Refreshments, as always, will be provided. Also, this month the annual Purim celebration will be held on Wednesday evening, February 28 th, in conjunction with Social Club and P.A. A Passover program led by Rabbi and Arlene Kane will follow the next board meeting on Monday, March 19 th. Flyers will be sent out with further details. Also note that the Torah Fund Brunch will be held on Sunday, April 15 th, with distinguished guest speaker Joe Dorinson discussing Jews involved in sports. Furthermore, the annual Fashion Show will be held on Thursday, May 17 th, so SAVE THE DATE! We would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy Purim. Hag Sameach! Harriett Cohen and Shelli Feldman Sisterhood Co-Presidents

10 Page Ten Madison Jewish Center SAVE THE DATE Social Club Sunday, February 4 5:00pm Super Bowl Party at AOH (2750 Gerritsen Avenue) Wednesday, February 28 6:00pm Purim Celebration Sisterhood Sunday, February 4 5:00pm Super Bowl Party at AOH and Maj & Mingle Monday, February 26 7:30pm Health Night Wednesday, February 28 6:00pm Purim Celebration Parent s Association Candy Sale orders are due Wednesday February 14 th Wednesday, February 28 6:00pm Purim Celebration Congregation Friday, February 9 7:00pm Superhero Shabbat Shaboom Friday, February 16 7:00pm Interfaith Pulpit Exchange: Rev. Boone Birthday/Anniversary Shabbat Sunday, February 18 10:30am Rabbi Kane speaks at the Kings Highway United Methodist Church Wednesday, February 28 6:00pm M gillah reading followed by Purim Celebration

11 madisonjc.org Page Eleven CONDOLENCES To: Steven Fox On the loss of his beloved brother Myron Fox To: Lilian Horn & Family On the loss of their beloved husband, brother, father, and grandfather Harvey Horn IN MEMORIAM We record with sorrow the passing of our esteemed member Harvey Horn May his soul be bound up in the bonds of eternal life Heartfelt sympathy is extended to his family FROM THE BIKKUR HOLIM COMMITTEE Please contact us if you know of anyone who is ill, hospitalized, a shut-in, or in need of a phone call. We will get in touch with them and/or visit them. Irma: or Judy:

12 Page Twelve Madison Jewish Center YAHRZEIT DONATIONS FOR FEBRUARY 2018 HAVE BEEN MADE BY: Harvey Ableman Cynthia Beltzer Jeffrey Bernstein Mindy Blank Terri Bobrow Debra Brown Howard Cohen Paul Cohen Stephen Cohen Sherry Desmond Selma Dolgov Yakov Fradkin Betty Goldenkranz Thelma Gruber Patricia Grutman Harvey Horn Mekhel Ioffe Sheldon Jacobovitch Ilene Karpas Barbara Kowalski Fran Levine Zina Lewin Frances Liebowitz Jeffrey Marcus Erwin Mevorah Howard Misthal Mollie Pearlstein Marvin Pereira Paul Podell Lee Rhodes Ruth Rosenberg Ron Rosenberg Lillian Schreibstein Steven Silverman Harold Wachter Madison Jewish Center (MJC) is one of the few Conservative Egalitarian synagogues in Brooklyn, and we are affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. For 87 years MJC has been serving the needs of the Madison/Marine Park community. Our goal is to create a warm, friendly and comfortable environment for all. Check out our website at madisonjc.org. Ongoing Activities Services Monday and Thursday at 6:45am Friday Evening Service at 7:30pm Saturday Morning Service at 9:00am Sunday Morning Service at 8:30am (If you need a minyan at other times, please call the office)

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15 madisonjc.org Page Thirteen Thank You To: Cantor Rimer Whenever I have an opportunity to chant from Haftarat Hanukkah, I gratefully remember the Cantor who made it possible. Todah! Judith Korcz Thank you to the Madison family and friends for your sympathy. Michael loved being part of the congregation. He looked forward to the Saturday and holiday services and his participation in them. It is very comforting to know how special and caring the Madison family is. Lois Mondschein To: Roy Alexander Thank you for digging my car out of the snow. I really appreciated it. Ilene Karpas SANCTUARY BEAUTIFICATION FUND A generous donation has been made to the Sanctuary Fund wall of honor by Seymour Teitel, in memory of his dearly beloved.

16 Page Fourteen Madison Jewish Center R FUAH SH LEIMAH PRAYER DONATIONS HAVE BEEN MADE FOR SPEEDY RECOVERY PRAYERS For: Shelli Feldman By: Meryl & Steven Fox Ilene & Charles Marcus Mady Kiner Beverly & Seymour Hoffnung Harriett & Stephen Cohen Howard Madans Mona & Glen Ayers Teresa & Mario Gottesmann THE MESSAGE Published 11 times a year * July/August * 1 issue Affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism 2989 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn, NY * info@madisonjc.org Fax: Shae J. Kane D.D....Rabbi Leslie Rimer.....Cantor Barbara Stein....President Sisterhood Presidents Harriett Cohen & Shelli Feldman MJC Social Club President Ellen Green P.A. President: Melanie Green Message Layout Bruce Herman Editorial Staff Rabbi Shae J. Kane D.D. Monique Ander Ellen Green Ilene Karpas Roy Alexander Bruce Herman Marlene Podell For: Jack Grynheim By: Marlene & Paul Podell For: Terry Sorrentino By: Marlene & Paul Podell SERVICE SCHEDULE Friday Evening & Erev Yom Tov 7:30 PM Saturday Morning & Yom Tov Morning 9:00 AM Weekday Minyanim (Mon. & Thurs.)...6:45 AM Sunday Morning & Legal Holidays... 8:30 AM If you need a Minyan at any other time, please call the office and we will attempt to assemble one. TEMPLE OFFICE HOURS The Synagogue office will be open Monday through Thursday from 9:00am to 4:00pm, Friday from 9:00am -12 noon We are closed on all Jewish and legal holidays.

17 madisonjc.org Page Fifteen FEBRUARY 2018 Birthday List 2 David Newman 20 Mitchell Kaufman 5 Brian Bender 20 Yelena Wagner 7 Ilene Shapiro 23 Linda Bell 11 Robin Sutherland 23 Marvin Pereira 14 Anne Gruskin 24 Beth Flash 15 Roy Alexander 24 Hope Lieber Anniversary List 11 Randi & Bruce Herman 14 Teresa & Mario Gottesmann 16 Babs & Daniel Dobbs If we have misspelled a name, left something out, or have failed in any way to properly acknowledge anyone who should have been acknowledged, please forgive us. Please note that some names February not have not been included.

18 Page Sixteen Madison Jewish Center MEMORIAL FUND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS HAVE BEEN SENT To: Jacob Koprak & Family A donation has been made in memory of your beloved wife, mother & grandmother Sara Koprak By: Meryl & Steven Fox Harriett & Stephen Cohen Shelli & Ronald Feldman Mady Kiner Bella Benders Beverly & Seymour Hoffnung Judy Posniack Andrew Menkes & Ruth Richards Ilene Karpas Barbara & Barry Stein To: Hon. Mark Partnow & Family A donation has been made in memory of your beloved brother By: Marlene & Paul Podell To: Steven Fox A donation has been made in memory of your beloved brother Myron Fox By: Marlene & Paul Podell Ellen Green Irma & Roy Alexander Bunny & Brian Bender Ruth Rosenberg Linda & Stephen Bell Sheila & Bert Goodman Monique & Richard Ander Barbara & Barry Stein Ilene Karpas

19 madisonjc.org Page Seventeen Honor Fund-Mazal Tov & Best Wishes To: Linda & Stephen Bell A donation has been made in honor of the birth of your new grandson Leo Bell By: Ellen Green Ruth Rosenberg Marlene & Paul Podell Bunny & Brian Bender Irma & Roy Alexander Sheila & Bert Goodman Monique & Richard Ander Andrew Menkes & Ruth Richards Ilene Karpas Barbara & Barry Stein Myra Lee & Albert Fleischman Bella Benders Irina Makarovskaya Teresa & Mario Gottesmann Judy Posniack Randi & Bruce Herman To: Rachel & Jay Streich A donation has been made in honor of your son Samuel s Bar Mitzvah By: Mady Kiner Judy Posniack Barbara & Barry Stein Teresa & Mario Gottesmann To: Babs & Daniel Dobbs A donation has been made in honor of your granddaughter Rachel s Bat Mitzvah By: Judy Posniack Diane & Greg Posniack Marlene & Paul Podell Ruth Rosenberg Linda & Stephen Bell Monique & Richard Ander Irma & Roy Alexander Sheila & Bert Goodman Bunny & Brian Bender Ellen Green Harriett & Stephen Cohen Shelli & Ronald Feldman Terri & Joe Harary Barbara & Barry Stein Ilene Karpas

20 Page Eighteen Madison Jewish Center Online Gift Cards Are Now Available at M.J.C. through the Parents Association. It is Easy, Fast, and Available all year long! 1. Go to 2. Click on family signup and then click on create an account. 3. Next fill out all the necessary info and set up an account. 4. You will see join a nonprofit. Underneath will be a box marked enrollment code. Enter A3897D and then click on join. 5. Now you will be able to order your gift cards online through M.J.C. 6. All money for gift cards must be checks payable to M.J.C and sent to the office after you order your gift cards online. Please Label the envelope Attention: Melanie or Steven Green. 7. For those of you who are not comfortable ordering online we also have a printed list of gift cards that are available and a printed order form. These also get sent to the office with a check payable to M.J.C and marked attention Melanie or Steven Green. No gifts cards will be sent to us unless we send them a check first.

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22 FEBRUARY 2018 SH VAT/ADAR 5778 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Sh vat 16 2 Sh vat 17 Candle Lighting pm Services 7:00pm 3 Sh vat 18 Services 9am Jr. Cong. 10:30am 4 Sh vat 19 Super Bowl Party & Maj & Mingle 5pm at AOH 5 Sh vat 20 6 Sh vat 21 7 Sh vat 22 8 Sh vat 23 9 Sh vat 24 Candle Lighting 5:05pm Services 7:00pm Superhero Shabbat Shaboom 10 Sh vat 25 Services 9am Jr. Cong. 10:30am 11 Sh vat Sh vat 27 Sisterhood Officers meeting 7:30pm 13 Sh vat 28 Cong. Bd. Mtg. 8pm 14 Sh vat Sh vat Adar 1 Candle Lighting 5:14pm Services 7:30pm Birthday Anniversary Shabbat MJC Adult Choir Pulpit Exchange 17 Adar 2 Services 9am Jr. Cong. 10:30am 18 Adar 3 Rabbi Kane speaks at the Kings Highway New Methodist Church 19 Adar 4 20 Adar 5 21 Adar 6 22 Adar 7 23 Adar 8 Candle Lighting 5:22pm Services 7:30pm 24 Adar 9 Services 7:30am No Jr. Cong. 25 Adar Adar Adar Adar 13 Sisterhood Health Night 7:30pm Social Club Meeting 7:30pm Purim Service and Carnival 6pm