THE NESHAMAH INSTITUTE. Calendar 5779/ The Neshamah Institute GROWING JEWISH SOULS

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1 מכון נשמה The Neshamah Institute GROWING JEWISH SOULS THE NESHAMAH INSTITUTE Calendar 5779/

2 Shalom Friends We all know that feeling of life speeding by. Kids grow quickly and the years add up faster than we can quite comprehend. Judaism is meant to help us appreciate time. It s built to slow us down, make us look around, and appreciate holy moments with the people we care about most. Neshamah s mission is to give you the opportunity to share inspiring, purposeful time with your loved ones. Judaism has many avenues for engagement. Some Jewish holy moments happen in synagogue on specific days - like Shabbat and holidays. Other Jewish holy moments happen out in the community on regular days - like our mitzvah projects and our weekly classes. Judaism is also meant to nudge us out of our own bubbles. Elul 5778 / August 2018 Because life is hectic, it s easy to get caught up in our own schedules and stresses. But nothing feels better than getting beyond the daily basics and really making a difference for ourselves and others. Please peruse our calendar and find new ways to create your own holy moments with your family. Neshamah s door is always open! I believe that growing our Jewish souls is always worth the effort! Thank you for being part of our unique congregation - together we are making Judaism relevant and meaningful for today s families. B shalom, Rabbi Amy Rader Our Mission The Neshamah Institute is a soulful, independent synagogue without walls in South Palm Beach County. Our mission is to bring the personal connection and spirituality of authentic Judaism back to our community. Neshamah specializes in personalized Jewish education, uplifting Jewish celebrations, and meaningful, hands-on mitzvah work. Membership dues are not required as our programs are sustained solely by donations and fees for services. The Neshamah Institute is devoted to helping all Jews grow their neshamah, Jewish soul. 2

3 THE NESHAMAH INSTITUTE Program Guide & Calendar Judaic Studies Program 4-5 B nai Mitzvah Program 6-7 Israel 7 Teen Program 8 Adult Education 9 Lifecycle Events 9 Shabbat Havurah High Holy Days 12 Congregational Events 13 Mitzvah Projects Calendar August July Highlights Staff Directory 30 Event Locations 31 For the latest details about programs or events, please contact us Phone: info@niboca.org Web: niboca.org Rabbi Rader is available for private consultations about any lifecycle events or educational programs. 3

4 Judaic Studies Program Grades K-5 Judaic Studies Program Judaic Studies is Neshamah s educational program for students in grades K-5. Using a state-of-the-art digital curriculum, students learn Hebrew, Torah, Prayer and Jewish values. Students work in small groups to progress through a series of computer-based units in Hebrew and Judaics. All classes are team taught by Rabbi Rader and the Neshamah faculty. Neshamah Faculty Neshamah is fortunate to attract professional, passionate Jewish educators. Many of our faculty are ordained rabbis or cantors, others have masters degrees in Jewish education. All are nurturing and supportive of our students and their individual needs. Neshamah s Flexible Schedule Because of our individualized curriculum and open format, students are welcome to attend any class session each week that fits their schedule. Please enroll for the class time that is your first choice. Alternate days are always available for make-up sessions. JUDAIC STUDIES CLASS TIMES Tuesday Wednesday Sunday Sunday 5:15-6:30 pm 5:15-6:30 pm 10:00-11:15 am 4:30-5:45 pm PARENT ORIENTATION TEMPLE BETH SHALOM Meet our exceptional faculty, learn about Neshamah s innovative learning tools, and enjoy a warm welcome to our school community. Sunday :00 am Tuesday :15 pm Wednesday :15 pm TEMPLE BETH SHALOM Judaic Studies Tuition: $2200 See Judaic Studies events in teal on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 4

5 Judaic Studies Program CLUB MED SHABBAT & MITZVAH PROJECT Get away for an active and rejuvenating Shabbat at Club Med, Sandpiper. Enjoy all the resort activities along with a spiritual family Shabbat led by Rabbi Rader. Saturday Sunday Sandpiper Bay Club Med Nancy Brinkman & Allison Etzler Special Events FITNESS MITZVAH Come together to raise tzedakah for our local charities. Family 1 mile walk/run, wellness expo, music, food and community fun! Sunday :00-4:00 pm Olympic Heights High School Heather Goldstein, Stacy Goldstein, Sara Green, Andrea Pinsky & Julie Weidenfeld 5 SCHOOL BEACH SHABBAT Join our school community for a refreshing, spiritual Shabbat on the beach. Bring your own picnic dinner and a dessert to share. Friday :30 pm Delray Beach Pavillion Elana Hilf & Lyndsay Marano Parents and siblings are invited to join us during Judaic Studies class on the dates below. Learn and explore our Jewish traditions together as a family! Rabbi Rader and the Neshamah faculty lead these family experiences. HIGH HOLY DAYS FOR FAMILIES Sunday Tuesday Wednesday Family Education Holidays Sundays 10:00 am & 4:30 pm Tuesday and Wednesday 5:15 pm TEMPLE BETH SHALOM HANUKAH FOR FAMILIES Sunday Tuesday Wednesday TU BS HVAT FOR FAMILIES Sunday Tuesday Wednesday PASSOVER FOR FAMILIES Sunday Tuesday Wednesday See Judaic Studies events in teal on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. ISRAEL FOR FAMILIES Sunday Tuesday Wednesday

6 B nai Mitzvah Program Grades 6-7 B nai Mit zvah Program Neshamah s unique B nai Mitzvah Program offers the highest level of ritual training paired with the personal touch of teachers who know (and enjoy!) each student. Classes focus on Torah portions, Prayer services and the spiritual meaning behind both. In class, students study with teachers in small groups and then join the larger group to sing together and practice chanting in front of others. B NAI MITZVAH CLASS TIMES Tuesday 6:15-7:30 pm Wednesday 6:15-7:30 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Sunday 4:30-5:45 pm TEMPLE BETH SHALOM B nai Mitzvah Tuition: $4400 Customized online videos and computer-based learning tools are available for all enrolled students to access at home. All classes are team-taught by Rabbi Rader and the Neshamah faculty. During the B nai Mitzvah process, Rabbi Rader meets with each family individually several times to plan the service details. B nai Mitzvah services can take place at a local venue of the family s choice or one of several synagogues in Boca Raton/Delray Beach. STUDENTS: Please bring a device with your Torah recordings and headphones to all B nai Mitzvah classes. NESHAMAH S FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE Because of our individualized curriculum and open format, students are welcome to attend any class session each week that fits their schedule. Please enroll for the class time that is your first choice. Alternate days are always available for make up sessions. See B nai Mitzvah events in blue on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 6

7 B nai Mitzvah Program & Israel B nai Mit zvah Seminar Seminar is a monthly rehearsal and speech writing seminar for students with upcoming B nai Mitzvah. One parent is requested to attend with each student. Please bring a personal computer or device to work on if possible. B NAI MITZVAH SEMINAR Sundays 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Israel TEMPLE BETH SHALOM * * *Note: Seminar is at 12:30 pm on these dates Neshamah partners with Travelujah, an experienced tour operator, to plan private or group tours to Israel. This once in a lifetime adventure brings Jewish tradition to life from Biblical times to the modern era. Climb Masada, dig for archaeological ruins, meet IDF soldiers, sleep in Bedouin tents, enjoy outdoor sports like zip lining, swimming in natural springs and river rafting. Experience Shabbat in Jerusalem, and celebrate the ultimate B nai Mitzvah! Contact Rabbi Rader for more information. PARENT ORIENTATION Review the final schedule and details for your upcoming simcha with Rabbi Rader. Sunday Sunday :00 am Temple Beth Shalom SHABBAT UNPLUGGED Celebrate your upcoming simcha with your Neshamah B nai Mitzvah class. Join Rabbi Rader and Musical Director Sharon Shear for a private, festive Shabbat dinner. Friday Friday :30 pm Rio Poco Special Events See B nai Mitzvah events in blue on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 7

8 Teen Program Grades 8-12 Teen Leadership Council Neshamah offers a teen leadership program for students ages The program joins in-depth community service work with practical training in leadership skills. Students will learn about public speaking, fundraising, team building, organizational structure and other essential leadership skills. TEEN LEADERSHIP COUNCIL Sundays 4:30-5:45 pm CLASS DATES TEMPLE BETH SHALOM Teen Leadership Council Tuition: $180 MITZVAH PROJECT DATES :00 am PAINT YOUR HEART OUT :00 pm THANKSGIVING MITZVAH :00 am HOLOCAUST EDUCATION DAY :00 pm FITNESS MITZVAH :00 am PURIM MITZVAH CARNIVAL See Teen Leadership events in green on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 8

9 Adult Education & Lifecycle Events Adult Education Adults are invited to attend Park and Learn sessions with Rabbi Rader and the Neshamah faculty. Classes form throughout the year. Contact Shelley Katz for more information at Women s Torah Study is entering our 9th year. New students are always welcome to join us for the dates listed here. Lifecycle Events WOMEN S TORAH STUDY Wednesdays 12:30-2:00pm RIO POCO Torah Study Tuition: $225 New group forming Contact Rabbi Rader for more information. Rabbi Rader is an experienced pulpit rabbi with over 19 years of service officiating at lifecycle events. She is known for her compassion in comforting mourners as well as her ability to personalize and add spirituality to weddings, baby namings and other celebrations. Contact Rabbi Rader for a private consultation about any lifecycle event. Neshamah Mamas Neshamah Mamas is a new offering for women in our congregation. Join us for Jewish learning, personal reflection and supportive friendship. Light bites and drinks are included. NESHAMAH MAMAS Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm dates to be announced. RIO POCO $25 per event See Adult Education events in pink on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 9

10 Shabbat Havurah Shabbat Havurah Shabbat Havurah is the centerpiece of the Neshamah community. Our unique Shabbat experience offers spiritual prayer, inspiring study and a warm and joyful congregation. The service includes the traditional Shabbat evening prayers in Hebrew along with upbeat, modern Jewish music that bring fun and energy to the service. Shabbat Havurah is also a time when we mark the important lifecycle events in our community. Recent birthdays, anniversaries, B nai Mitzvah are all honored at each service. Prayers for healing and remembering loved ones are also included. Our service is family-friendly and casual attire. Children are invited to the bima for the Shabbat blessings and other honors during the service. The service is open to the public and free of charge. We encourage you to wear an item of white clothing to honor Shabbat. SHABBAT HAVURAH Fridays :30 pm Casual Buffet Dinner 7:00 pm Musical Service 8:30 pm Ice Cream Social Suggestion Donation $36 per Family $18 per Adult $5 per Child TEMPLE BETH SHALOM Relax and get into the Shabbat spirit with a healthy, delicious buffet dinner prior to our service. SOULMATES BAND The Soulmates are volunteer Jewish musicians who bring spirit and warmth to Neshamah s congregational services. Our talented Musical Director, Sharon Shear leads adult and youth musicians from our congregation at each Shabbat service. See Shabbat Havurah in royal blue on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 10

11 Shabbat Havurah Special Shabbat Events CLUB MED SHABBAT & MITZVAH PROJECT Get away for an active and rejuvenating Shabbat at Club Med, Sandpiper. Enjoy all the resort activities along with a spiritual family Shabbat led by Rabbi Rader. Saturday Sunday Saturday 3:00 pm - Sunday 12:00 pm Sandpiper Bay Club Med 4500 SE Pine Valley St, Port St. Lucie, FL Nancy Brinkman & Allison Etzler BEACH SHABBAT HAVURAH Neshamah s Soulmates Band and Rabbi Rader present live music and a spiritual Shabbat under the stars. Gather at our favorite beach spot for a unique Shabbat experience. Bring a picnic dinner and a dessert to share. Free and open to the public. Friday :30 pm Delray Beach Pavillion A1A and Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL Elana Hilf & Lyndsay Marano KINDNESS SHABBAT HAVURAH Our last Shabbat of the season is dedicated to kindness and community. Relax with meditation led by Heather Berg and inspiring teachings from Samaritans 365 founder and Neshamah congregant Laura Reiss. Musical service and casual dinner included in this Shabbat experience. Friday :30 pm Temple Beth Shalom Lyons Road, Boca Raton, FL Heather Berg & Laura Reiss See Shabbat Havurah in royal blue on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 11

12 High Holy Days High Holy Days Celebrate the High Holy Days like never before with joy, inspiration, children s participation and our signature live musical program. Rabbi Amy Rader officiates. The musical program is conducted by Musical Director Sharon Shear, featuring the Neshamah Chorus and the Soulmates Band. Robin Benowitz, Andi Kodsi, Robin Siegel & Melissa Wetzler ATLANTIC COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL School Theater 2455 W. Atlantic Avenue Delray Beach, FL ROSH HASHANAH Monday, September 10, :30 am Doors open 10:00 am Service begins 12:30 pm Approximate service conclusion 12:45 pm Tashlich YOM KIPPUR Tuesday, September 18, :00 pm Doors open 7:30 pm Service begins 9:00 pm Approximate service conclusion YOM KIPPUR Wednesday, September 19, :30 am Doors open 10:00 am Service begins 12:30 pm Approximate service conclusion 1:00 pm Yizkor service YOM KIPPUR Havdalah & Break-Fast* Wednesday, September 19, :30 pm Beach service begins Delray Beach Pavilion (A1A & Atlantic Ave) *Potluck Break-Fast open to all 8:00 pm Approximate service conclusion TICKETS: Adult ticket $170 Teen ticket $60 (Ages 13- college student) Child ticket $35 (Ages 1-12 years) One ticket per person (including children) is required for entry to all services. See High Holy Days events in red on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 12

13 Congregational Events Congregational Events HOLOCAUST EDUCATION DAY Meet face to face with local Holocaust survivors. We will learn their stories and honor their survival. We will also mourn the 6 million Jewish men, women and children who perished. This is a family education program suitable for parents and children elementary school age and older. CLUB MED SHABBAT & MITZVAH PROJECT Get away for an active and rejuvinating Shabbat at Club Med, Sandpiper. Enjoy all the resort activiites along with a spiritual family Shabbat led by Rabbi Rader. FITNESS MITZVAH Come together to raise tzedakah for our local charities. Family 1 mile walk/ run, wellness expo, music, food and community fun! PURIM MITZVAH CARNIVAL Enjoy a kid-friendly carnival and sports day with foster care children. Sports, arts and crafts, Purim story and holiday treats in honor of this fun Jewish holiday. Sunday :00 am Temple Beth Shalom Lyons Road Boca Raton Kislin & Wyman Families Saturday Sunday Saturday 3:00 pm - Sunday 12:00 pm Sandpiper Bay Club Med 4500 SE Pine Valley Street Port St. Lucie Price: TBD Nancy Brinkman & Allison Etzler Sunday :00-4:00 pm Olympic Heights High School Lyons Road Boca Raton $25 - Adult $20 - Teen $15 - Child (12 and Under) Heather Goldstein, Stacy Goldstein, Sara Green, Andrea Pinsky & Julie Weidenfeld Sunday :00 am SOS Children s Village 3681 Northwest 59th Place Coconut Creek $36 / Family $18 / Individual Cohen Family See Congregational Events in purple on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 13

14 Mitzvah Projects Mit zvah Projects As a congregation, Neshamah puts our Jewish values into action with monthly mitzvah projects. Join us for these hands-on activities that make a real difference in our world. Donations to support our mitzvah work are always welcome. JAFCO CHILDREN S CENTER Tour this amazing facility and assemble school supply backpacks for Jewish foster care children. PAINT YOUR HEART OUT Paint the house for a low income Boca Raton family. Volunteers ages 14 and older only please. THANKSGIVING SMORGASBORD Deliver fresh Thanksgiving food to seniors, pack Thanksgiving supplies for homeless families, decorate Houses for Change and other mizvot to support local families in need. JARC COMMUNITY GARDEN Garden and pick crops with developmentally disabled adults from Jewish Association for Resential Care. Sunday :00 am JAFCO Children s Ability Center 5100 N Nob Hill Road Sunrise Sunday :00 am Private Family Home Rustlewood Avenue Boca Raton Sunday :00 pm Temple Beth Shalom Lyons Road Boca Raton Sunday :00 pm JARC on Jewish Federation Campus th Avenue South Boca Raton Grobler, Robbins & Sofferman Families Event Chairs Green, Nisenbaum & Pinzur Families Frucht & Miller Families Pereira Families Please wear your Plant Kindness or Neshamah Crew t-shirt to all mitzvah projects. NOTE: Sunday class schedule will change on mitzvah project days. Please check the calendar pages for details. Suggested Donation for all Mitzvah Projects $36 / Family $18 /Individual See Mitzvah Projects in orange on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 14

15 Mitzvah Projects FITNESS MITZVAH Come together to raise tzedakah for our local charities. Family 1 mile walk/ run, wellness expo, music, food and community fun! PURIM MITZVAH CARNIVAL Enjoy a kid-friendly carnival and sports day with foster care children. Sports, arts and crafts, Purim story and holiday treats in honor of this fun Jewish holiday. FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE BOWLING Spend a fun afternoon bowling and socializing with special needs young adults. FORGOTTEN SOLDIERS CARE PACKAGES Pack care packages for soldiers overseas and learn about soldiers lives during their service. Sunday :00-4:00 PM Olympic Heights High School Lyons Rd Boca Raton Sunday :00-12:00 PM SOS Children s Village 3681 Northwest 59th Place Coconut Creek Sunday :00-5:30 PM Strikes at Boca Commercial Trail Boca Raton Sunday :00-2:30 PM Forgotten Soldiers Warehouse rd Avenue South #7 Lake Worth $25 / Adult $20 / Teen $15 / Child (12 and Under) Heather Goldstein, Stacy Goldstein, Sara Green, Andrea Pinsky & Julie Weidenfeld Cohen Family Please wear your Plant Kindness or Neshamah Crew t-shirt to all mitzvah projects. NOTE: Sunday class schedule will change on mitzvah project days. Please check the calendar pages for details. Eidelkind, Huberman, Kamber & Turmail Families Disick Family Suggested Donation for all Mitzvah Projects $36 / family $18 / individual See Mitzvah Projects in orange on the monthly calendar pages. For updated information about these events visit niboca.org. 15

16 Highlights Spiritual Shabbat fun for families Traditional High Holy Days with inspiring music & family participation Innovative, engaging Jewish education 28

17 Highlights Hands-On Mitzvahs Projects supporting our community Unique Jewish family experiences 29

18 Staff Directory FACULTY Gail Bank Caleb Rader SOULMATES BAND Sharon Shear Musical Director EXECUTIVE STAFF Kira Bossis Administrative Assistant Rachel Benjamin Hinda Rosenbaum Michael Band Lead Guitar Ellen Lapin Administrative Assistant Ethan Cohen Jessica Turnoff Ferrari Saul Schildhorn Cantor Anita Schubert Debbie Fischer Jenny Horn Carole Kantor Ruby Levenston Lori Neiberg Rabbi Amy Rader Executive Director Cell: Shelley Katz Susan Kronen Lori Neiberg Rabbi-Cantor Sharon Steinberg Jordan Weisberg Jennifer Young Margo Nisenbaum Zena Sofferman Jacob Stein Ray Zurawin *Shlomit Karasik is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker available through Neshamah s partnership with Jewish Family Services. JFS provides food and financial assistance, senior, counseling & mental health, career & employment services. For more information or to make an appointment, please contact or shlomitk@ralesjfs.org. 30

19 Event Locations As a synagogue without walls, our home base is Temple Beth Shalom in Boca Raton. We hold special events at other locations throughout the year. High Holy Days Atlantic Community High School Theater 2455 W Atlantic Ave Delray Beach, FL Off Atlantic Ave & I-95 Yom Kippur Break-Fast Beach Shabbat Services Delray Beach Pavilion A1A & Atlantic Ave Delray Beach, FL Shabbat Havurah Temple Beth Shalom Lyons Road Boca Raton, FL Off Lyons Road & Kimberly within Century Village Boca Judaic Studies and B nai Mitzvah Classes Temple Beth Shalom Lyons Road Boca Raton, FL Off Lyons Road & Kimberly within Century Village Boca CONTACT US: מכון נשמה The Neshamah Institute GROWING JEWISH SOULS Office Mailing Address: Powerline Road, Suite 205 Boca Raton, FL Phone: info@niboca.org Web: niboca.org 31

20 32 NESHAMAH (Hebrew) /ne`sha`mah/ 1 soul