NHBZ Shabbos Bulletin Welcome to Nusach Hari B nai Zion Affiliated with the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America 650 North Price Road, Saint Louis, Missouri 63132 314.991.2100 www.nhbz.org Rabbi Ze ev Smason President Robert Kaiser Shabbos June 4, 2016 27 Iyar, 5776 Torah Portion: Bechukosai - Leviticus 26:3 -- 27:34 Stone Chumash: pages 708-723 Haftorah: Jeremiah 16:19-17:14 Stone Chumash: pages 1179 Candle Lighting ~8:03 pm Shabbos Concludes ~ 9:06 pm Our Generous Sponsors This Shabbos... Thank you to Dr. Naftali & Jane Kadosh for sponsoring the cake this Shabbos in honor of their wedding anniversary and Jane s birthday! Thank you to our sponsors for this Lunch & Learn Kiddush- Sam & Shirley Bluestein, Teree Farbstein, Esther Gelb, Moshe & Louise Givon, Robert & Joni Kaiser, Dr. Eliot & Sally Katz, Jim Pollock, Sarah Klein, Jeff & Irena Scheer, Richard & Mindy Woolf, Alan & Vivian Zarkowsky, and Joyce Hochberg. Erev Shabbos, Friday, June 3, 2016 Mincha & Ma ariv ~ 7:00 pm Shabbos, Saturday, June 4, 2016 LUNCH & LEARN, GRADUATION, & BIRTHDAY- ANNIVERSARY SHABBOS Shachris & Musaf ~9:00 am ~ Thank You for Leading Davening! - Pesukei D Zimra: Howard Sandler - Haftorah: Dr. Naftali Kadosh - Shacharis: Dr. Ethan Schuman - Drasha: none - Leyning: Max Gornish - Musaf: Dr. Ethan Schuman Tefillah/Prayer Learners Service ~ 9:30 am Led by Rabbi Yosef David in the Rivkin Chapel. Learners Service ~ 10:15 am Led by Rabbi Ze ev Smason in the Rivkin Chapel. Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Smason ~ " Five Torah Tips for Today's Graduates Family Shalosh Seudos Program ~ 7:00 pm Led by Rabbi Yosef and Mimi David. Mincha 7:45pm Bon Appetit ~ We place a plate of rolls on each table at every Shabbos Luncheon after Musaf. Please be seated while Rabbi Smason says Kiddush and makes HaMotzi. Please stay for the end of the meal, when together we will recite Birkas HaMazon (the blessing for our meal). Happy Birthday this week to- Joyce Hochberg, Rebecca Waxman, Noah Belau, & Ann Lenga! Happy Anniversary this week to- Leonid & Polina Golynskiy, Kerry & Sandy Klarfeld, Sid & Phyllis Silverman, and Dr. David & Fran Reisler
Rabbi Smason will be attending the AJC Global Conference in Washington, D.C. Sunday, June 5 through and including Tuesday, June 7. SHUL NEWS... June 5, Sunday ~Yom Yerushalayim June 7,Tuesday ~ Rosh Chodesh Sivan June 26, Sunday ~ Pizza Night! Tributes ~ Show your friends you care; a tribute is a donation in honor of a birth, a birthday, an anniversary, a healthy recovery, or in memory of a loved one, or for any reason to show you care; tributes will be listed in this bulletin monthly. For Shul Tributes call Jeff at 991-2100 ext. 2; for Sisterhood call Phyllis Silverman, 314-434-2482; for Libby Needle Fund call Sally Needle, 314-991-2575; for Chesed Fund Tributes come by the office and pick up a package of cards! Cash Cards ~ Orders for June are now being taken through Wednesday June 15. Please help raise money for NHBZ and place your order for June! The order form is attached to this week s bulletin. Every order makes a difference to our shul. You probably will be shopping at Dierbergs, CVS, or Walgreens (just to name a few cash card possibilities) this month, so why not benefit NHBZ as you shop? Also, don t forget Father s Day shopping can be easily done using the cash cards you got through our NHBZ cash card program! Thank you for buying cash cards in May - Shirley & Sam Bluestein, Marcie & Dr. Alan Brook, Dr. Faye Cohen & Brian McCary, Leslie & Scott Gitel, Rhonnie & Stan Goldfader, Joni & Bob Kaiser, Mike & Alana Minoff, Lana Weinbach, and Richard & Mindy Woolf. Congratulations to Sam & Shirley Bluestein for winning a Starbucks gift card in our Cash Card drawing! There will be a June prize drawing for all cash cards buyers! June 11, Shabbos ~ EREV SHAVUOS SHAVUOS Service Times & Schedule Motzei Shabbos Saturday Night Shavuos Seudah (festive meal) will begin at 9:15 pm. Early-Bird Learning will begin at 10:30 pm. Speakers and Topics: Rabbi Ze ev Smason- Three steps to Heaven: The Shabbat Amidah Rich Woolf & Michael Minoff The 15 Greatest Lies about Israel and how to Combat Them Keith Zeff Fifty Year Perspective All Nighter Session from 11:30 pm to Morning Services with Rabbi Shaya Mintz. Sunrise Morning Service at 5:05 am. June 12, Sunday ~Shavuos ~ First Day Services begin at 9:00 am Kiddush ~ (Following Musaf) June 13, Monday Shavuos~ Second Day ~ Services begin at 9:00 am Yizkor Service Kiddush ~ (Following Musaf)
SHAVUOS ~ Begins the night of June 11 ~ Cold Buffet Dinner at 9:15 p.m. followed by Early-Bird Learning at 10:30 p.m... Be a Shavuos Dinner Sponsor for $25.00; Thank you to our sponsors so far: Alan & Janet Haber, Bob & Sandie Abrams, Sam & Shirley Bluestein, Don & Julie Eisenberg, Teree Farbstein, Dr. Susan Feigenbaum & Dr. Jay Pepose, Irwin & Arlene Fredman, Bob & Joni Kaiser, Dr. Daniel & Marcela Morgensztern, Mark Ragin & Gail Rose, Alice Sudin, Gary & Trudy Sudin, Menachem & Linda Szus, Rich & Mindy Woolf, Kenny Bressler, Jesse & Debbie Barash, Irwin & Arlene Fredman, and Mayer Taller. RSVP for dinner reservations, 314-991-2100, ext. 2. or email jeff@nhbz.org. Adults: $12.50; Kids 10: $8.00; Kids 3 & Under: free. Adult Learning at NHBZ "Amud-A-Week" Program ~ Join Rabbi Daniel Freund every Monday at 7:30 pm for a weekly Talmud class/shiur. Rabbi Freund's class is an opportunity to participate in an exploration of relevant Torah topics. This class is open to everyone, whether you are unacquainted with Talmud or are on a basic or intermediate level. A project of the St. Louis Kollel, the "Amud-A-Week" program will be taking place at multiple synagogues and with different instructors throughout St. Louis. So almost literally, the whole St. Louis Jewish community will be 'on the same page.' For questions, please contact Rabbi Smason. Interested in studying the Jewish Perspective on contemporary issues in a relaxed home setting? Then you will want to join this Home Discussion Class to explore the issues. Led by Rabbi Ze'ev Smason, groups meet at the homes of our members and friends. This ongoing project meets from 7:00-8:30 p.m. on the Second Monday of the month: Next class June 20th- Loiterstein home topic The Battle of the Sexes- Jewish Style! July 11th- Goldfader home TBA Please RSVP to Jeff at 314-991-2100 or jeff@nhbz.org by the Wednesday before the gathering. (Addresses and phone numbers will be given at the time of your RSVP) Every Wednesday at 12:15 pm Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Smason. Study Pirkei Avos / Ethics of the Fathers. This class is also available to view from your computer on Wednesday s at 12 pm CST. Visit our website at www.nhbz.org - click on media, then 'online classes', then 'ustream_graphic'. Enjoy In the Community June 5, Sunday from 9:00 am to noon, join the Alzheimer's Association, the St. Louis Rabbinical Association and the Adult Day Center at the J to discuss Judaism, Jewish Life and Alzheimer's. Guest speakers include Rabbi Richard Address, Founder and Director of Jewish Sacred Aging and Dr. George Grossberg, Professor, Department of Neurology and Psychiatry at St. Louis University. Light refreshments will be served and informational tables available. Registration is encouraged, but not required. To register, call 800.272.3900 or go to alz.org/stl.
JUNE BIRTHDAYS Debra Barash Julie Friedman Rafi Yishai Zev Minoff Ed Lyss Joyce Hochberg Rebecca Waxman Noah Belau Ann Lenga Julie Rosenbluth Nathan Brook Barb Bressler David Simon Lyle Sudin Pearl Borow Levi Simon Yitzchak Rubin Richard Woolf Sam Bluestein Joni Kaiser Natalia Wallman Amy Feit Sarah Klein Teree Farbstein Esther Gelb Alan Morgensztern JUNE ANNIVERSARIES Ed & Jane Lyss Gary & Trudy Sudin Richard & Mindy Woolf Alan & Vivian Zarkowsky Boris & Alla Yasinev Jeff & Irena Scheer Bob & Joni Kaiser Don & Julie Eisenberg Steve & Mary Marbain Dr. David & Fran Reisler Sid & Phyllis Silverman Kerry & Sandy Klarfeld MAY BIRTHDAYS Daniel Rosenbluth Boruch Smason Rubin Amon Aida Greenberg Daniel Chayet James Pollock Carol Abrams Dennis Feit Linda Szus Lou Edelstein Nathan Avi Scheer Dr. Milton Sallis Monti Mantinband Donald Eisenberg Hershel Tendler Nava Danielle Scheer Dana Szus Jill Starr Sarah Beth Waxman Zachariah Mantinband Eleanor Kaiser Jane Kadosh Phyllis Silverman Howard Loiterstein Samantha Starr Brent Waxman Bruce Waxman Adina Belasen Dr. Eliot Katz Lester Figus June Cohen MAY ANNIVERSARIES Victor & Anna Rose Tendler Dr. Eliot & Sally Katz Dr. Mordy & Beverly Magencey Dr. Naftali & Jane Kadosh Drs. Jay Pepose & Susan Feigenbaum Lawrence & Carol Abrams Bruce & Faith Waxman Dr. Erol & Sally Amon
Mazal Tov to all our Graduates for 2016! Dodi Smason, daughter of Rabbi Ze ev and Chani Smason, graduated from UMSL and will be going to Israel. Ayelet Smason, daughter of Rabbi Ze ev and Chani Smason, graduated from Ladue Middle School. Rebecca Kaiser, daughter of Bob and Joni Kaiser, graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a degree in Psychology. She will be attending the University of Chicago in the fall where she will be pursuing a Master s Degree in Social Services Administration. Sammy Chervitz, grandson of Larry and Rayna Chervitz, graduated from Kadimah High School. He will attend Tulane University. Joel Sher, son of Brian and Debbie Sher, and grandson of Rachael Pevnick, graduated from Yale University. Danielle Eisenberg, daughter of Don and Julie Eisenberg, graduated from Maryville University with a degree in organizational leadership. Dr. Elyssa Barron completed her Fellowship in Medical Psychiatry at the Montefiore Medical Center in New York; she is the granddaughter of Sam and Shirley Bluestein Nathan Brook, son of Dr. Alan and Marcie Brook, graduated from Ladue Middle School. Eliana Brook, daughter of Dr. Alan and Marcie Brook, graduated from MICDS Middle School. Daniel Chayet, son of Dr. Sergio Chayet & Nancy Lisker, graduated from Ladue Middle School. Brigette & Daria Rosenbluth, daughters of Dr. Daniel and Julie Rosenbluth, graduated from Ladue Middle School. Gaelyn Hartranft, daughter of Bryson and Jennifer Hartranft, graduated summa cum laude from Parkway North High School. Evan Woolf, son of Richard and Mindy Woolf, graduated from DSCC pre -school and is looking forward to kindergarten. Yaakov Levin, grandson of Jacob and Judy Levin, graduated from the Milwaukee Academy in Wisconsin
Beyond Twelve Gates Parsha Bechukosai Q: What do you call 40 millionaires around a TV watching the World Series? A: The Chicago Cubs. In 2016, though, no one is laughing at the lovable losers of Chicago's North Side. Firmly entrenched in first place with the best record in Major League Baseball, intelligent managing has played a key role in the Cubs' success. Earlier in the season Cubs manager Joe Maddon unveiled a new strategy against the reigning National League MVP, Washington Nationals slugger Bryce Harper. Maddon realized that his club couldn't stop Harper, widely considered the best hitter on the planet, from coming to the plate. But the Cubs skipper apparently decided that his pitchers don't have to give Harper anything to hit...ever. In an early May game Harper took six walks, including three intentional walks. And in the at-bats where Maddon didn't order a walk, it's pretty clear Cubs pitchers were told to keep the ball away from the strike zone at all costs. In the one plate appearance where he didn't walk, Harper was hit by a pitch. So, to recap, Harper stepped up to the plate seven times during the contest and reached base in all seven. But since walks and hit-by-pitches don't count as official at-bats, he technically reached base seven times despite not receiving an at-bat. That set a major-league record. Oh, and the Cubs managed to come away with a victory too. Chicago won 4-3, and Harper did very little to impact the outcome of the game. Following the win, Maddon discussed his decision to give Harper free passes all night. Maddon on walking Harper:"[Because of] how good he is -- why tempt fate? If the other guy [the next batter] gets you, that's fine. You have no problem with that." Jewish law permits certain types of risk-taking in cases of necessity. For example, the Talmud notes without criticism the fact that people risk their lives and work high up in trees in order to earn a living. However, such risks are not to be condoned if done merely for recreation. What is the basis for taking reasonable risks? King David said, G-d protects the fools (Psalms 116:6). Even should there be some latent danger in the act, G-d may or is likely to intercede on the person's behalf and protect the "fool." However, when it comes to unnecessary risks -- such as pitching to Bryce Harper -- why tempt fate? Bechukosai - Leviticus 26:3 -- 27:34 Bechukosai, the last Torah portion in the book of Leviticus, begins by briefly listing some of the blessings and rewards that the Jewish people will receive for diligently learning and following the Torah. The Portion then shifts to the subject matter which has made it famous -- G-d's admonitions and warnings of the consequences if the Jewish people abandon the Torah. Step by step, the Torah describes the tragedies which will befall the Jewish people if they abandon observance of the Torah, providing an eerie account of what has been part of our history to this day. There is good news, however; teshuva (return or repentance) is possible at any time to avert an otherwise harsh decree. The book of Leviticus concludes with a brief discussion of tithes. Rabbinic Ruminations You may have hundreds of friends on Facebook, but have you ever considered how many real friends you have? A new study conducted by researchers from Israel s Tel Aviv University (TAU) and MIT shows that only half of your buddies would actually consider you their own friend. People have a poor perception of friendship ties, and this limits their ability to influence their "friends," according to the
research. "It turns out that we're very bad at judging who our friends are." says Dr. Erez Shmueli of TAU, who helped to conduct the study. "And our difficulty determining the reciprocity of friendship significantly limits our ability to engage in cooperative arrangements. We learned that we can't rely on our instincts or intuition. There must be an objective way to measure these relationships and quantify their impact." The researchers conducted social experiments and examined friendship surveys from some 600 students in Israel, Europe and the US to assess friendship levels and expectations of reciprocity. We found that 95 percent of participants thought that their relationships were reciprocal, Dr. Shmueli says. If you think someone is your friend, you expect him or her to feel the same way. But in fact, that s not the case -- only 50 percent of those polled matched up in the bidirectional friendship category. Who are your real friends, then? It turns out, there are a few easy ways to tell. The number of mutual friends you have and the similarity of your social statuses can determine whether you're actually friends or not. "The difference in the number of friends of the two individuals" is a good predictor, Dr. Shmueli said. "The higher this difference is, the lower the likelihood of the friendship to be reciprocal." South African poet C.J. Langenhoven said, "Friends should be like books, few, but hand-selected." We need real friends -- someone you can trust, to discuss plans, feelings, ambitions. Yet often our friends are the result of circumstances: neighbors, colleagues, roommates. The Hebrew word for friend is chaver, related to the word chibbur -- meaning 'connected.' Ethics of the Fathers teaches, "Acquire for yourself a friend." (1:6) The definition of friendship is loyalty. Real friends are those with whom you have a deep connection and closeness. Quote of the Week Two things awe me most, the starry sky above me and the moral law within me.-- Immanuel Kant Joke of the Week A teenager who had just received her learner's permit offered to drive her parents to synagogue. After a hair-raising ride, they finally reached their destination. The mother got out of the car and said, "Thank you!" "Anytime," her daughter replied. As the mother closed the car door -- somewhat forcefully -- she said, "I wasn't talking to you. I was talking to G-d!"
Join the Minyan - It s good for us, it s good for you! This Week s Shabbos Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Shabbos Schedule June 4 June 5 June 6 June 7 June 8 June 9 June 10 June 11 Shacharis 9:00am 8:00 am 8:00 am 6:45 am 7:00 am 7:00 am 7:00 am 9:00 am Mincha/ 7:45 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00pm 7:50pm Ma ariv Rosh Erev Chodesh Shavuot NHBZ Event Planner (Check Shul News... for time, date or location changes.) Call the office, 314-991-2100, ext. 2, to confirm the date and time of any event. All events will be at NHBZ unless otherwise noted. WEEKLY at NHBZ SHABBOS - Tefillah Class (9:30 am) led by Rabbi Yosef David in the Rivkin Chapel. - Child Care (10:15 am Noon) for kids 3 & under in the Children s Room. - Learners Service (10:15 am) led by Rabbi Ze ev Smason in the Rivkin Chapel. - Shabbos Tanach (Bible) (One hour before Mincha) SUNDAY - Mishna Learning (after Shacharis) with Rabbi Chanan Swidler. - Mystical Moments with Rabbi Max Weiman. (between Mincha & Maariv.) - Tanya (8:00 pm) with Rabbi Shaya Mintz, of the St. Louis Kollel. MONDAY - Mah Jongg (Mondays, 4-6:00 pm) NHBZ Lower Level. Proceeds benefit The NHBZ Chesed Fund. WEDNESDAY - Rabbi Smason's Lunch & Learn (12:15-1:00 pm) Studying Pirkei Avos. BI-MONTHLY at NHBZ JUNIOR CONGREGATION & TOT SHABBAT ~ MONTHLY at NHBZ - Mussar Mondays (First Monday) 7:00-7:45 pm. at the home of Richard & Mindy Woolf. - Women's Home Study Group (First Tuesday) 2:30 pm with Rabbi Shaya Mintz, of the St. Louis Kollel, at the home of Jackie Berkin. - Morris Lenga Yiddish Club (First Thursday) 7:30 pm at NHBZ. - Sisterhood (Third Tuesday) - Dine-In Pizza Night (Last Sunday) 5:00 7:00 pm Place Carry-Out Pizza orders by 10:00 am, 314-991- 2100, ext 2. Pick up time 4:30 4:45 pm. NHBZ Signature Events - Synaplex Shabbos- Services begin at 8:30am - Shabbos Lunch & Learn
Join us for a Family Shalosh Seudos (Third Meal) Shabbat, June 4, 2016 with Guest speakers Rabbi Yosef and Mimi David of Aish HaTorah The Davids classes start at 7:00 P.M. Rabbi David will speak on "A Second Look at the Ten Commandments" Mimi David will present a Women's Class on Ruth and Shavuos Mincha at 7:45 P.M. We will offer separate "family friendly" services and Adult services, but we will be eating the Shalosh Seudos meal together. Everyone is welcome Please consider becoming a sponsor! Families or individuals can sponsor the event for $18 RSVP to Jeff at 314-991-2100 or jeff@nhbz.org
SAVE THE DATE! Officially Sanctioned by September 11, 2016 2-6pm This event is being patterned after very successful Kosher Barbecue competitions held yearly not only in Kansas City, but now in Chicago, Memphis, NYC, Dallas, & Charlotte. Because this is a Kosher Barbecue competition, all teams will purchase meat and use grills, smokers and utensils provided by NHBZ. The St. Louis competition will be a family oriented community wide event meant to bring people together for a fun filled afternoon. In addition to the attraction of the fierce competitors, there will be sponsor booths, tasting booths, kid activities, live music, activities honoring both the victims and heroes of 9/11, and more. After all, who doesn t like barbecue? Interested in being one of the select Teams in the cook off? Apply on-line at www.nhbz.org. Limited spots available. For more information, please contact Mindy Woolf at mwoolf2002@gmail.com.
NHBZ Cash Card Order Form What is scrip, and how does it work? You purchase gift cards from NHBZ at face-value and NHBZ receives a percentage of your purchase from each card as listed below. It s that simple. When you use scrip gift cards at your favorite retailers, you refundraising while you shop. It s time to put your shopping dollars to work! Cards are ordered on the 15th of each month, and the cards are usually availableto pick up in the office within 5 business days. Just fill out a form and mail or drop off at the office. (Questions? Call Laura at 991-2100 x3) Retailer Denomination (in Dollars) % Qty Total Amount Retailer Denomination (in Dollars) % Qty Amazon.com $ 25.00 3.0% Jewel-Osco $ 25.00 4.0% $ 100.00 3.0% $ 100.00 4.0% AMC Theatres $ 25.00 8.0% Kohl's $ 25.00 4.0% AMC Single Admit $ 10.50 10.0% $ 100.00 4.0% Barnes & Noble $ 10.00 9.0% Lowe's $ 25.00 4.0% $ 25.00 9.0% $ 100.00 4.0% Bath & Body Works $ 10.00 13.0% Macy's $ 25.00 10.0% $ 25.00 13.0% $ 100.00 10.0% Bed, Bath & Beyond $ 25.00 7.0% Mobil $ 50.00 1.0% $ 100.00 7.0% Office Max/ $ 25.00 5.0% Best Buy $ 25.00 4.0% Office Depot $ 100.00 5.0% $ 100.00 4.0% Petco* $ 10.00 5.0% BP Gas Card $ 50.00 1.5% PetSmart $ 25.00 4.0% Build A Bear $ 25.00 8.0% Pier 1* $ 25.00 9.0% Container Store* $ 25.00 9.0% REI* $ 25.00 8.0% $ 100.00 9.0% Shell Gas Card $ 25.00 2.0% CVS $ 25.00 6.0% Starbucks $ 10.00 7.0% $ 100.00 6.0% $ 25.00 7.0% Dierberg's* $ 25.00 2.5% Stein Mart* $ 10.00 7.0% $ 100.00 2.5% Target* $ 25.00 2.5% Dillards $ 25.00 9.0% $ 50.00 2.5% $ 100.00 9.0% Talbots $ 25.00 13.0% Famous Footwear* $ 25.00 8.0% T.J. Maxx/Marshall's/ $ 25.00 7.0% Gap/Old Navy/ $ 25.00 14.0% Home Goods $ 100.00 7.0% Banana Republic $ 100.00 14.0% Ulta Beauty* $ 25.00 4.0% Home Depot $ 25.00 4.0% Walgreens $ 25.00 6.0% $ 100.00 4.0% $ 100.00 6.0% itunes $ 15.00 5.0% Walmart/ $ 25.00 2.5% $ 25.00 5.0% Sam's Club $ 100.00 2.5% JC Penney $ 25.00 5.0% Whole Foods* $ 25.00 3.0% $ 100.00 5.0% $ 100.00 3.0% Other**: TOTAL THIS ORDER: $ Orders & payments to NHBZ may be made by check or cash only, and MUST accopmany your orderform. Payments received after the 15th of the month will automatically be placed on the next order date. Total Amount *New additions to our list **A complete list of participating businesses can be found at ShopWithScrip.com. If you do not have access to a computer or internet, please contact our office. Please do NOTorderdirectly from the website. NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE And please remember to use your Schnuck's Card for NHBZ credit!!!