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1 Beth Israel Congregation s April 2014/5774 BULLETIN Rabbi s Message Save the Date! General Service Schedule Friday 7:30pm; Saturday 10:00am The Haggadah speaks to us today with insight and inspiration as it presents its thoughts on human liberation and redemption. One of the most compelling lines of the Haggadah states, In every generation, one must see himself or herself as personally redeemed from Egypt. Egyptian bondage is not a one-time historical event in the distant past. It is an eternal process as each and every generation sees the development of a new Pharaoh in its own time. We must be eternally vigilant to the challenges of our contemporary situation while we acknowledge our gratitude for the gift of freedom we enjoy. Unfortunately at this present juncture, an isolationist spirit has currently infused itself in our country. This spirit derives from the lengthy American operations in Iraq and Afghanistan which have produced inconclusive results. In response to these incursions, the American people have grown weary of international involvements. President Obama has wanted his second term to reflect his State of the Union initiatives in health care, immigration reform, and income inequality. However, the world has marched on with the continued slaughter of innocent Syrians through the tyranny of the Assad regime and the annexation of Crimea by Vladimir Putin of Russia. Iran believes that it has been the winner in its negotiations with the West as the economic sanctions against it have been weakened. The Haggadah echoes the sentiment expressed in the writing of several nineteenth century American thinkers such as Frederick Douglass, James Buchanan, and William Henry Harrison. Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty. We must continue to be vigilant. The Haggadah shares the narrative of the new Pharaoh in Egypt who did not remember Joseph s astute interventions which spared the Egyptians from the seven year drought. The new Pharaoh perceived the Israelites as a threat due to their prosperity. The welcomed Israelites were now perceived as a threat to Egyptian society. According to the Torah, the simple request of Moses to celebrate a three day festival was denied. The Torah narrative reflects the historical truth that often events play themselves out in a different direction than we had thought or desired. Continued on page 2 April April Defiant Requiem Film Passover Seder 7:30pm Passover Yizkor Service Yom HaShoa Holocaust Memorial Service Religious School Schedule April 1, 8, 22, 29 BIRS; 4:00pm- 6:00pm 6, 13, BIRS; 10:00am-12:00pm 27 BIRS; 7:00-8:00pm Shabbat Candle Lighting Times April 04 7:10pm April 11 7:16pm April 18 7:23pm April 25 7:30pm SAVE THE DATE!! Join us on Sunday, April 27, 2014 at 7:00pm for our Yom HaShoa Holocaust Memorial Service. This year s theme is Confronting the Holocaust, American Responses. Members of Salisbury s religious and civic communities will be present to share this evening of reflection with us. Refreshments will be served following the program.

2 Rabbi s Message, Continued Initially, the Israelites were welcomed into Egypt. The twelve sons of Jacob had settled there. Generations later, the Pharaoh saw themselves as undesirable aliens. In our contemporary world, Russia was recently seen as a partner of the West in pursuing peace in the twenty-first century. The annexation of Crimea has turned this understanding on its head. Many analysts thought that Assad, the ruthless dictator of Syria would be deposed like other Arab despots in the so-called Arab Spring. Sadly, after some 150,000 deaths, the Syrian Civil War rages on. As the Haggadah instructs us, the Egyptian narrative of the struggle for human liberation and dignity continues in every generation and we must be a part of it. We must never become indifferent to the cause of human freedom this is the eternal message of Passover. Please join us at Beth Israel as we celebrate the message of Passover at our Community Seder on the Second Night of Passover, April 15 th at 6:00 p.m. We are proud that our fabulous chefs, Todd Berman and Chris Parypa will be creating a memorable culinary experience for the Passover meal. Let us celebrate our freedom as Jews here on the Eastern Shore of Maryland as we invoke the call to liberty for the oppressed throughout the world. --Rabbi Bienstock From our President Thanks to Shari and Sara for organizing a great Purim Carnival. It was a lot of fun for all ages. Thanks also to Chris Parypa, and his team of helpers, for the delicious Shabbat Across America dinner. We had a great turn-out. It was a very nice evening. We have many events in April so stay tuned for the Defiant Requiem film on the 6 th, the Passover Seder on the n 15 th and the Holocaust Service on the 27 th. If you would like to help with any of the Beth Israel events, or donate food or decorations, just let us know. The open board meeting is scheduled for May 6 th, so put it on your calendar and be thinking about whether you would like to serve on the Board of Governors, or chair an event next year. Hope everyone will have a Happy Passover. Enjoy the spring weather. Hope to see you at services and events this month! Stop in and look at the beautifully renovated Barry Berger room. Thanks to Al Berger and his family for their very generous gift! Thanks also to Todd, Shari and Sara for their hard work. On Sunday, April 6 th at 2:30pm the incredible documentary Defiant Requiem will be presented at the Perdue Business School Auditorium on the campus of Salisbury University, in conjunction with the Salisbury Wicomico Arts Council, The Salisbury Film Society and Beth Israel Congregation. The contemporary conductor, Murray Sidlin, took ten years and made the documentary. We are privileged not only to show the film, but to have Maestro Sidlin come to Salisbury and moderate the discussion after the film. We encourage you to attend the film showing, and support the Salisbury Film Society, as well. The tickets are $9 for non-swac members, $8 for SWAC members and $4 for students. BIRS Students Sadie Hall and Gabe Berman learned how to wrap tefillin and do proper prayers in a recent Hebrew School class.

3 Member-to-Member Beth Israel Congregation extends its condolences to Rabbi Arnold Bienstock and his daughters upon the death of his mother, Eleanor. We extend our condolences to Albert Berger upon the death of his wife, Nancy. May G-d comfort you among your fellow mourners of Zion and Jerusalem. May G-d spare you from further sorrow and grant you the gift of healing. Thank you to Richard Polin who ordered and delivered the food to St. Francis for us when we fed the homeless on March 20, Beth Israel Congregation would like to thank Hannah Miller and all who contributed to bringing the film Defiant Requiem to Salisbury. Special thanks to the generous anonymous donor. You are invited to attend Beth Israel s Passover Seder on Tuesday April 15 at 6:00pm. Our resident chef, Todd Berman, will be preparing dinner for you. Dinner will include: Brisket or Salmon, matzo ball soup, vegetables and desserts. Reservations (including Hillel Students) need to be made by April 8 th. Contact Jackie at or bicsecretary@verizon.net. ($20 per person for members and $25 for nonmembers) Thank you to everyone who attended our Shabbat Across America dinner and service. We extend a special thank you to Chris & Agnes Parypa and their helpers for the wonderful, authentic Polish dinner that we enjoyed. Thank you to Sara & Michael Stivelman for donating the two new filing cabinets in the USY room. Thank you to Chris Parypa for donating new knives and cooking utensils for the kitchen. Beth Israel would like to thank the anonymous donor for covering the cost of dinner for Hillel students who attend the Passover Seder. The students, teachers and directors would like to invite parents and the congregation to join us on Sunday April 13 th for the Annual Beth Israel Religious School Model Seder. Come join the fun! Please RSVP to Jackie at bicsecretary@verizon.net if you would like to join us. BIC Cards *Condolences to Rabbi Bienstock & Hadas on the loss of Rabbi s mother, Eleanor from: Hilliary & Harvey Needleman, Ann & Roy Hansen, Jamie & Jeff Albright, Laurie & Steve Schwalb, Sharon Ferger, Pam & Todd Berman, Nadine & Cory Wieder, Richard Polin & Cheryl Aaron, Susan Land, Andrea & Fred Kahn, and Arlene Miller *Condolences to Albert Berger on the loss of his wife, Nancy from: Hilliary & Harvey Needleman, Arlene Miller, Richard Polin & Cheryl Aaron, Laurie & Steve Schwalb *Condolences to Terry Cohen & Family from: Andrea & Fred Kahn *Get Well Wishes to Toby Rubin from: Andrea & Fred Kahn *Get Well Wishes to Stan Kahn from: Jamie & Jeff Albright

4 Join us on Sunday May 4, 2014 at 2:30pm for a joint book discussion between St. Francis de Sales and Beth Israel Congregation. The book we will be discussing is Sacred Relationships: Biblical Wisdom for Deepening Our Lives Together by Rabbi Michael Barclay. Rabbi Barclay s personal and professional background brings together a Jewish and Catholic perspective in this book focusing on relationships from our faith and tradition. If you would like to purchase the book, please contact Michelle Harris at or mharris@visitstfrancis.org. Each book is $16. Notice to all Beth Israel Members: Annual Beth Israel Congregational Meeting Tuesday May 6, 2014 At 7:00pm in the BIC Social Hall Look back on the last year, plan for next year, and share your ideas and opinions. Camp Airy and Camp Louise in Northwest Maryland offer scholarships to children in our congregation on behalf of the Fine Foundation for the 2014 summer. The scholarships are on a first come, first serve basis. Parents do not need to share financial histories. We will be giving preference to first time campers. All requests must be made by April 15, If interested, please contact Josh Fine at Joshua_Fine@mcpsmd.org. For information about the camps; members can go to their website at airylouise.org or contact them at Beth Israel s Youth and Education Directors, Shari Silbert and Sara Stivelman, want to send a HUGE thank you to everyone who made the 2014 Purim Carnival an amazing success: Todd Berman, Chris Parypa, Bruce Krasner, Hallie Vogel, Janis Gold and Geoffrey Gold. Applause to our youth helpers: Spencer, Jake, Hannah, Rachel, Adia, Sam, Brenna, Mike, Aaron and Rivkah from Beth Israel and from Bat Yam, Zack, Hannah, Steven and Justin. Special thanks to Rabbi Bienstock for his awesome rendition of the Megillah reading. We especially want to thank our compatriots from Temple Bat Yam for all their marvelous help: Amy Eskridge, Jodi Sabo and Rachel White. Thanks also to all the moms, dads, friends, and kids who came out and made the carnival so much fun! We had a blast! Apologies to anyone we may have missed. BIC Upcoming Events Sunday Defiant Requiem Film Tuesday Passover Seder Monday Passover Yizkor Service Sunday Yom HaShoa Holocaust Memorial Service Sunday Joint Book Discussion with St. Francis Tuesday BIC Annual Congregational Meeting Ask to see our lovely selection of Passover Seder Plates and Matzo Plates. They are too large to fit into cabinet. Contact Jackie Middleton at or Susan Paciga at to view the plates. For a limited time only--all Passover ware is 15% off. Come visit the BIC Gift Shop soon!!!

5 Yahrzeits: March YAHRZEIT NAME William Beyer Apr 4-5, 2014 Ruth S. Kurschman Apr 4-5, 2014 Sarah Rebecca Miller Sachs Apr 4-5, 2014 Charlotte Givarz Apr 4-5, 2014 Dorothy Lustig Apr 4-5, 2014 Annie Miller Apr 4-5, 2014 Harry (Aaron) Serebrenick Apr 4-5, 2014 Bernard Rosenberg Apr 4-5, 2014 Mae Silverman Apr 4-5, 2014 Philip Shilkret Apr 4-5, 2014 Eva Esland Graham Apr 4-5, 2014 Hattie Keats Apr 4-5, 2014 Minnie Mehlman Apr 11-12, 2014 Jack Levinson Apr 11-12, 2014 Benjamin Schwartz Apr 11-12, 2014 Louis Segal Apr 11-12, 2014 L. Walter Segal Apr 11-12, 2014 Rose Borger Apr 11-12, 2014 Sara Lipkin Apr 11-12, 2014 Alex Braunfeld Apr 11-12, 2014 Ruth Pinsky Apr 11-12, 2014 Ida Kamanitz Apr 18-19, 2014 Sylvia Goldstein Apr 18-19, 2014 Harry Goodman Apr 18-19, 2014 Harry Glickman Apr 18-19, 2014 Theodore Golkow Apr 18-19, 2014 I. Marty Gelbard Apr 18-19, 2014 Benjamin Novich Apr 18-19, 2014 Yetta Levinson Apr 18-19, 2014 Jacob Machson Apr 18-19, 2014 Ruth Rosenthal Apr 18-19, 2014 Samuel Woorman Apr 18-19, 2014 Jacob Goldberg Apr 18-19, 2014 Margaret Green Kotovsky Apr 18-19, 2014 Hanna B. Brouse Apr 25-26, 2014 David Stein Apr 25-26, 2014 Fannie Caplan Apr 25-26, 2014 Betty Rae Freed Cohen Apr 25-26, 2014 Martha Rothberg Apr 25-26, 2014 Ialine Corn Apr 25-26, 2014 Morris A Van Curen Apr 25-26, 2014 Sally Taustin Apr 25-26, 2014 Norman Owrutsky Apr 25-26, 2014 Donations for March 2014 Yahrzeits Joe & Regina Beatus Robert & Cynthia Shilkret Michael & Doris Ehrlich Cyvia Marmer Steve & Laurie Schwalb Murray Lustig Albert Fink Apr 25-26, 2014 Irving Nason Apr 25-26, 2014 Lester Petchaft Apr 25-26, 2014 Mildred Silverstein Apr 25-26, 2014 In Memory of Eleanor Bienstock Sandra Gershenfeld Ari & Carrie Kaz Mark & Lucille Rudnick Paulette Arnsparger In Memory of Nancy Berger Elliott & Dana Corn Defiant Requiem Film Art Webster Yahrzeit of Boruch Beatus Yahrzeit of Edward Shilkret Yahrzeit of Jack Ehrlich Yahrzeit of Linda Kehayias Yahrzeit of Charles & Beatrice Schwalb, Hattie Keats & Estelle Sandhaus Yahrzeit of Dorothy Lustig Barry Berger Fund Ann & Roy Hansen in Memory of Nancy Berger In Memory of Cliff Tarpley Elliott & Dana Corn Can words describe the fragrance of the very breath of spring? --Neltje Blanchan

6 Beth Israel Staff Rabbi: Arnold Bienstock Office Manager: Jackie Middleton Board of Governors President: Susan Tilghman Vice President/House: Todd Berman Secretary: Andy Karten Treasurer: Susan Land Youth: Shari Silbert and Sara Stivelman Religious: Jaimi Hall Social: Arlene Miller Lifetime Member: Albert Berger Contact Us 600 Camden Avenue, Salisbury, MD Phone Fax General Information: Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Shabbat Services: Friday, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. Affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism The mission of this Congregation shall be to establish and maintain a Synagogue and such educational, religious, social and recreational activities as will help further the cause and objectives of the Synagogue and Conservative Judaism. Gift Shop Sale Established 1926 Stop by and visit the BIC gift shop for all your jewelry and giftware needs. Do you love ONEG? Who doesn t? So come celebrate a simcha, remember a yahrzeit or just make it a great end to a long week by hosting one! It s easy and quick. Call Jackie in the BIC office for details Beth Israel Cards Appropriate for every occasion and affordable, BIC Cards can be purchased in the Office. PASSOVER MENU FOR CARRY OUT AND FOR HOME CATERING AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP OR DELIVERY FROM APRIL 12 THROUGH APRIL 21 **CATERING ORDERS MUST BE PLACED BY FIRST COURSE OFFERINGS: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9** CHOPPED LIVER; OFFERED AT $12.49/LB. GEFILTE FISH; OFFERED AT $1.75 PER PIECE. HORSERADISH (RED OR WHITE); OFFERED AT $3.99 PER 8 OZ. PORTION. MATZO; SOLD BY THE BOX AT $4.99 EACH. SOUP; (READY TO HEAT AND SERVE): HOMEMADE MATZO BALL SOUP; $7.95 FOR EACH 32 OZ. OF BROTH AND VEGETABLES. EACH LARGE MATZO BALL IS $.75 WITH A MINIMUM ORDER OF THREE. MEATS AND FISH; (ALL READY TO HEAT AND SERVE IN FAMILY STYLE PANS): BRISKET OF BEEF; ORDER BY THE $15.49/LB. BRISKET GRAVY; OFFERED IN 16 OZ. PORTIONS AT $4.99 EACH. TURKEY BREAST; ORDER BY THE $11.95/LB. TURKEY GRAVY; OFFERED IN 16 OZ. PORTIONS AT $4.99 EACH. SIDES; (ALL READY TO HEAT AND SERVE IN FAMILY STYLE PANS): GREEN BEANS; OFFERED IN 16 OZ. PORTIONS AT $5.99 EACH. BROCCOLI: OFFERED IN 16 OZ. PORTIONS AT $5.99 EACH. POTATO LATKES; OFFERED AT $1.49 EACH OR A DOZEN FOR $16.99, W/APPLE SCE/SOUR CREAM WHIPPED MASHED POTATOES, OFFERED AT $5.99 PER 16 OZ. PORTION DESSERTS: SPONGE CAKE; $12.95/LOAF MACAROONS (ASSORTED); $14.99/LB. HONEY CAKE; $13.95/LOAF CONTACT US AT TO PLACE AN ORDER, OR, VISIT US IN OCEAN CITY AT 63 RD STREET AND COASTAL HIGHWAY. PASSOVER ITEMS AND AN EAT-IN MENU WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE FOR ON-SITE DINERS.

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