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JULY/AUGUST 2021 • TAMMUZ/AV/ELUL 5781 • Volume 63, No. 7
MESSENGER FUNDED BY THE PAUL AND LOIS KATZMAN ENDOWMENT
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 1
V’Asu Li Mishkan, V’Shachanti B’Tocham
Make for me a sanctuary, and I will dwell among you
These words were said by God to the children of Israel as they wandered the desert.
They were commanded to create a central dwelling place for God as they navigated
the unknown. Over the past year and a half, we too were forced to navigate a
world entirely unknown to us; separated from family, friends, and congregation. So
what did we do? We created little mishkanot, small sanctuaries, in each of our own
homes. If we could not gather in our sanctuary at Temple Israel together, we did the
next best thing. We zoomed into each other’s small sanctuaries and came together to pray, celebrate,
mourn, study, bake, sing, and play. We were not wandering alone or aimlessly, because we remained
a tightly knit community. We brought holiness into each of our homes through mutual support, virtual
connections, and the commitment to bring our community through the pandemic whole.
Perhaps one of the most difficult moments to have to remain in our own small sanctuaries was the
high holidays. I remember being on my couch, watching myself on our TV, imagining all of you
doing the same. I think we can all agree it was a holiday like no other. Despite being apart, each of
us created beauty and meaning within our own homes, worshipped as a virtual congregation, and
brought in 5781 with optimism for the future.
As we look towards 5782, we are thrilled to be welcoming you back to Temple Israel, to begin the
new year together. Thank you to all those who participated in our high holiday survey, letting us know
how you would feel comfortable returning to in person worship. If you did not take the survey, please
do so. You can find it on our website. Just as the children of Israel didn’t build the mishkan alone, we
will build our return-to-temple plan together as well. We are blessed to have our magnificent pavilion
to hold services, with our sanctuary as an indoor option in the case of inclement weather. Our goal is
for you to feel safe and able to focus your spirit on the words we will say and the songs we will sing.
If you choose to remain virtual, please know that we will also be streaming our services to your small
sanctuary as well. We understand there are many reasons why some might choose to remain home,
and we want to assure you that you will be included fully in our worship services.
In the coming weeks, you will be receiving information as to what services will be offered, and how to
register for services. We are creating a landing page on our website to help you navigate this process.
We will also have staff in our office prepared to answer any questions you might have. We are ready
and determined to come back together stronger and better than ever.
Here is to looking forward to coming together to usher in, we pray, a year of health, happiness, and
peace.
Rabbi Jennifer Kaluzny
2 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple Israel
RELIGIOUS SERVICES & EVENTS
ROSH CHODESH IN THIS ISSUE
Monday, July 12 & August 9 • 7 pm 3 RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Celebrate the new moon and a new month! & EVENTS
This women’s spirituality group gathers
monthly to discuss important issues of 8 EARLY CHILDHOOD
religious and current events. Zoom link will be provided upon CENTER
registration. Register online at www.temple-israel.org/roshchodesh
12 TYNER RELIGIOUS
SUNDAY MORNING MINYAN SERVICE SCHOOL
Sundays • 9 am, outdoor pavilion
Please join us as we pray together for comfort, healing and peace. 15 FUNDS IN ACTION
More info: www.temple-israel.org/event/minyan
Minyan is funded by the Mary Lou & Gary Berndt Minyan Fund, the 16 ROBERT SOSNICK
Lipson Family Daily Minyan Fund and the Samson Family Minyan Fund. FAMILY LIFE CENTER
HEALING CONCERT 18 TEMPLE MUSIC
August 22 • Time TBD
Join Rabbi Jennifer Kaluzny and Cantor Neil Michaels for a healing 19 OUR AFFILIATES
service beautified by music from the Detroit Medical Orchestra. The
DMO is comprised of physicians, medical students, and medical
22 WE TAKE PRIDE
health professionals who believe in music’s healing powers. It will be a 22 LIFE CYCLE EVENTS
beautiful evening designed to delight our senses and heal our spirits.
More details to come. 24 TRIBUTES
We look forward to greeting you
with Shabbat wishes and long
distance hugs as we wish each of
you a Shabbat Shalom under our
magnificent tent at Temple Israel!
All services begin at 7pm.
JULY 2 JULY 16 JULY 30 AUGUST 13 AUGUST 27
JULY 9 JULY 23 AUGUST 6 AUGUST 20 SEPTEMBER 3
MORE INFORMATION: WWW.TEMPLE-ISRAEL.ORG/SUMMERSERVICES
SHABBAT UNDER THE TENT SUMMER SERVICES SUPPORTED BY SUZANNE AND HERBERT Z”L TYNER
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 3
RELIGIOUS SERVICES & EVENTS (CONTINUED) 4 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple Israel
RELIGIOUS SERVICES & EVENTS (CONTINUED) Together again HIGH HOLY DAYS 2021 We are very excited to welcome you back to Temple for High Holy Days this year! Our services will take place outdoors under our pavilion and on the lawn. In case of inclement weather, services will be moved inside. As always, services will also be streamed. We are planning many wonderful services for adults and families, including a pre-Rosh Hashanah family event on Labor Day preceding Erev Rosh Hashanah. As we are still working through the safety protocols of our in-person High Holy Day services, please look out for another survey which will be emailed later this summer. We need your help in finalizing the details for a plan that works best for our congregation. We are very excited for the return to Temple and to worship together, in person, once again. For our most up-to-date information, please check in frequently: www.temple-israel.org/HHD THINGS TO REMEMBER: • Services will be outdoors (moved inside if necessary due to weather). • Every Temple member over Bat Mitzvah age will be invited to an adult service for both the evening and daytime for each holiday. • Pre-registration for a service is required. More information to come regarding registration and ticketing. • Be sure to complete the survey that will be emailed later this summer. HIGH HOLY DAY DATES: Erev Rosh Hashanah – Monday, September 6 Rosh Hashanah – Tuesday, September 7 Kol Nidre – Wednesday, September 15 Yom Kippur – Thursday, September 16 www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 5
RELIGIOUS SERVICES & EVENTS (CONTINUED)
p In-Review - The Great
Tomato Project: Our families
had a blast at The Great
Tomato Project kickoff event,
decorating custom planters
and potting their own tomato
plants to grow this summer
for our Free Fresh Food
Pantry! To see more photos or
to upload your own photo of
your plant’s growth progress,
go to www.temple-israel.org/
tomato
t In-Review - PJ’s, Picnic
& Prayer: It was a beautiful
day for a picnic in pajamas!
Families with young children
enjoyed a special Sunday
morning Havdalah, and a teva
scavenger hunt, too!
6 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple Israel
RELIGIOUS SERVICES & EVENTS (CONTINUED)
ALL AMERICAN SHABBAT FOR TOTS
Saturday, July 3 • 10 am
Wear your red, white, and blue and meet us at Temple to celebrate
America’s independence AND Shabbat. Enjoy crafts, our own parade, music,
and a special Shabbat service with your Temple Israel clergy! This program
is geared toward young children, 5 and under. More info and to register:
www.temple-israel.org/event/AllAmericanShabbat
SWEET SHABBAT
Saturday, July 10 • 10 am
Enjoy cookie decorating, candy creations, and tantalize your taste buds in
a guessing game, followed by a sweet Shabbat service with your Temple
Israel clergy! This program is geared toward elementary age children,
5-12 years old. More info and to register:
www.temple-israel.org/event/SweetShabbat
SPLISH SPLASH SHABBAT
Saturday, July 24 • 10 am
Come celebrate Shabbat with the Well’s Rabbi Jeff & Temple Israel clergy
during this exciting community event! Together we’ll enjoy music, prayer,
and some water fun! Don’t forget your bathing suits and towels! This
program is geared toward young children, 5 and under. More info and
to register: www.temple-israel.org/event/sss
GRANDPARENT SHABBAT
Saturday, August 7 • 10 am
Grandparents and their grandchild are invited to come enjoy a grand
game day at Temple with life size lawn games, a special project, and a
Shabbat service, too! This program is geared toward elementary age
children, 5-12 years old. More info and to register:
www.temple-israel.org/event/gpshabbat
For more information on Family Events, contact Alicia Goldman at 248-661-5725
or agoldman@temple-israel.org
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 7
THE AUDREY & WILLIAM FARBER ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE
SUSAN & RABBI HAROLD LOSS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
In-Review - Pre-K & Kindergarden Graduation: On June 4, 2021, the Kindergarten and Pre-K programs honored
54 students who thrived while completing our program during this most extraordinary year. Our students were
able to attend in-person instruction all-year long because of our devoted and dedicated staff. We wish them all
the best as they take the next step!
Temple Israel Early Childhood Center congratulates and extends a heartfelt thank you to our amazing teachers
for a job well done! Thank you to ECC parent Lindsay Cox for the Pre-K class photos.
Eileen Rodner, Jodie Kanagur & Gayle Elias (top photo)
Evelyn Brody | Lucas Cosola | Rylee Gadharf | Joshua Kash | Michael Kash | Cora Levy | Beckett Mindell
Zachary Rodner | Slade Rogers | Brooks Rubin | Noa Solomon | Jordan Zeitlin
Stacie Berman & Fern Genser (bottom photo)
Brody Barouch | Jonah Berke | Maisie Ceresnie | Samarah Herkowitz | Jonah Jaffe | Ella Kerwin
8 Whitney Margulies
July/August 2021 |•Drew Miller | Eddie
Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Ryke | Sloane Stoller | Adalyn Weiss | Ethan Zwiren Temple Israel
Liz Rosen & Jackie Taffel
Jacob Baer
Cameron Berger
Blake Beznos
Easton Clinton
Nathan Cox
Luke Goldman
David Josol
Brody Koppelman
Steele Rogers
Ryder Tobia
Donna Brennan & Donna Smith
Ella Atias
Simon Baer
Eva Berenholz
Herschel Dishman
Griffin Farber
Logan Jones
Jackson Levi
Harper Robertelli
Conor Ruskin
Blake Taran
Sue Berlin, Shari Enfield &
Emily Bendana
Jonah Bailey
Anna Cohen
Grace Cohen
Ethan Cohen
Xander Dishman
Owen Harris
Nathan Komorn
Dylan Migliore
Owen Piper
Theo Wayne
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 9
ENROLL TODAY!
EARLY CHILDHOOD & KINDERGARTEN PROGRAMS
Programs beginning at 20 months
through Kindergarten
10
WWW.TEMPLE-ISRAEL.ORG/ECC
July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple IsraelMazel Tov The Susan and Rabbi Harold Loss Early Childhood
Center is celebrating the careers of two wonderful
teachers this year. Eileen Rodner and Fern Genser
are incredible educators, compassionate people,
and devoted sisters, who many have trouble telling
apart from each other. Throughout their careers,
they held many positions in the ECC and were
even teaching partners together for a stretch of
time. They are consummate educators and have
shaped the lives of countless children. After taking
on the immense challenge and satisfaction of
teaching through the COVID pandemic, both have
announced their retirement.
Eileen Rodner has been an integral part of the
Temple Israel ECC for 33 years. Eileen’s knowledge,
passion for education and ability to challenge and
advance children’s thinking is immeasurable. She
fostered a love of learning. Even after decades of
teaching, Eileen still offered new ideas to engage
children and scaffold learning. Eileen expected the
best from herself and her students, leaving a legacy of life-long learners. Her devotion to education is
only matched by her incredible compassion for people. She made sure that each milestone amongst
the staff, happy or sad, was properly recognized.
Fern Genser shaped the early childhood experience for hundreds of children during her 25 years at
the ECC. Her passion for teaching and imparting the love of learning is evident in each lesson she
taught. Fern loves to tell stories and share memories. She embraced and encouraged the amazing
growth her students would experience over the course of a year. Fern has touched the minds of many
young people and their families throughout her career. She created the foundation for learning in all
her students and her legacy will live on in each of them as they continue their educational journey.
Temple Israel thanks both Eileen and Fern for their dedication, hard work, passion for children, and
commitment to Jewish Early Childhood Education. We wish them well on the next phase of their lives
and hope memories of their time in the ECC always bring them joy.
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 11TYNER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL
Mazel Tov
TO OUR 2021 CONFIRMANDS & GRADUATION CLASS
Allison Paige Abrams | Noah Brandon Adamczyk | Sydney Lynn Arnkoff | Maxwell Chase Barish | Aidan Lane Fishkind
Ryley Fayth Harker | Melanie Joelle Hirsch | Isabel Naomi Johnson | Alexa Ronnie Kessler | Garrett Luke Kirschner | Andrew Philip Klein
Brooke Olivia Klein | Zachary Lucas Klepaski | Ian Jacob Kraft | Max Harrison Kramer | Leo Samuel Laker | Darin Blake Lavine
Jenner Hamilton Leib | Jack Hayden Marsh | Max Avery Melamed | Elliana Sibelle Michaels | Jacob Seth Mills | Yael Mizrahi
Jolie Reese Oleshansky | Jolie Sloan Rosenzweig | Ayla Miriam Smolash | Mollie Elisabeth Weiner
Drew Ryan Weitzman | Arielle Cate Wittenberg
Sophia Lyn Aaron | Emily Sarah Abrams | Joshua Evan Bertman | Chason Alexander Brodsky | Natalie Jane Brooks | Andrew Eli Cohen
Carly Sarah Cohen | Benjamin Max Cohon | Natalie Grace Cooper | Noah Benjamin Eaton | Zachary Harrison Eisman
Logan Carly Forman | Isabelle Rose Freund | Shelby Faith Ginsburg | Samantha Ellie Green | Mia Olivia Hirsch | Miles Devin Hirsch
Ethan Matthew Ingber | Ethan Alexander Johnson | Amelia Josephine Kaftan | Brett Reid Katzen | Noah Jacob Klepaski
Adam Benjamin Krugel | Abigail Ilana Larky-Savin | Ethan Levi Lulkin | Adi Mizrahi | Aran Mizrahi | McKenzie Mae Narens
Haylie Samantha Polakoff | Eliana Joy Provizer | Matthew Justin Rochlen | Emily Paige Schiffer | Hannah Brooke Schreiber
Joshua Ryan Schreiber | Alex Dylan Shapero | Dylan Jacob Shefman | Ella Faith Sidder | Zachary Daniel Simon | Gabriel Micah Singer
Allison Deena Weiner | Charlie Landon Weiner | Alexandra Jillian Yaker
12 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple IsraelDay One: to learn. to grow. to create.
First there was Sunday School, then Religious School. Now there is Yom Rishon: Day One, where Jewish values come to life
as students not only learn about our Jewish history and traditions, but live the values we are taught in ancient literature.
For the 2021-2022 School Year we are excited to present exciting, experiential, innovative learning experiences for all grades.
GRADES K-3
Students meet on Sunday mornings from 9:30 -11:30 am for learning focused on Jewish values, holidays, and Torah stories.
Regular family education programs encourage families to live the values we teach.
GRADES 4-6
Students meet on Sunday mornings from 9:30 -11:30 am
for learning focused on Jewish values, holidays, Torah stories and Tikkun Olam, making the world a better place.
Regular family education programs reenforce the learning and values students are learning.
Continuing the success of Hebrew in the House, students will meet 1-on-1 with teachers.
GRADE 7
7th grade meets on Monday evenings from 5-6 pm. Student will learn about Jewish Identity, Holocaust and Israel.
GRADE 8
Our successful, experiential 8th grade program meets at Temple Israel and out in the community on Monday evenings
from 5-6 pm.
GRADES 9-12
Our ROOTS program will meet on Monday evenings at Temple Israel from 5-6 pm as student alternate between grade
level learning with rabbis and elective classes that will allow them to grow their Jewish knowledge and prepare them to
go off into the world with a strong Jewish identity.
Register here: www.temple-israel.org/Tyner
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 13TYNER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL (CONTINUED)
ADULT BAR & BAT MITZVAH EXPERIENCE
ADULT EDUCATION Mondays • 6 - 8 pm beginning October 4, 2021
For more information on these Adult Education
Classes, contact the Education Office at 248- Never had a Bar/Bat Mitzvah? Interested in
661-5725 or email lkaplan@temple-israel.org learning something new? Looking to celebrate
this unique Jewish lifestyle moment? Join our
SHABBAT TISCH Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah Program for a rewarding
Saturdays • 9:15 - 10:30 am and meaningful experience. This exciting, two-
Join us for a Shabbat morning of insights and year study opportunity will provide participants
investigation into the texts of our Bible. Led by with the skills needed to unlock the secrets of the
volunteer facilitator, Norrine Freeman. Torah and be able to read from our most sacred
scroll. Learn about Jewish theology, prayer, Jewish
INTRO TO
holidays, life cycle events, traditions, customs,
JUDAISM
history, and values and how to read Hebrew. By the
Tuesdays • 7 - 8 pm
end of this two-year experience, participants will
Explore Jewish
celebrate their B’nai mitzvah by leading a Shabbat
life, values,
service.Participants must be members of Temple
celebrations,
Israel. $750 course fee. To sign up for this special
history, theology,
experience, contact Lisa Kaplan at 248-661-5725
and spirituality
or lkaplan@temple-israel.org
with Temple Israel’s
clergy in this 10-week course! Ask questions, USER’S GUIDE
discover multiple answers, and find out how FOR THE SOUL
Reform Judaism could be meaningful to you. This Thursdays, July 1, 8,
course is open to all – interfaith couples, those 15, 29, August 12 &
raising Jewish children, individuals considering 19 • 10:30 am
conversion, and anyone who just wants to learn Do you want to
more about Judaism! Our Fall 2021 course will learn about the
be held in-person at Temple Israel, beginning structure of your
October 5, 2021. Our Winter 2022 course will be soul? Is it possible
held online beginning January 11, 2022. Cost is to navigate the flow of consciousness through
$150 per person; $180 per couple. Supported by the body more masterfully? Through delving into
the Audrey & William Farber Education Fund. this powerful kabbalistic text, you will gain the
Register online at www.temple-israel.org/event/intro tools to discover your highest self and master the
challenges of your life. Taught by Cantor Smolash.
RSVP to Maya Grinboim at maya@temple-israel.
org or 248-661-5700.
14 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple IsraelFUNDS FUNDS IN ACTION
IN ACTION
We are thrilled to highlight 2 of our extraordinary funds in every issue of The Messenger. To see a complete list of
all Temple funds, please visit www.temple-israel.org/funds
IRWIN I. COHN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Once, in an interview, Irwin I. Cohn (z”l) stated that the Jewish religion is what makes us Jews and that
it should be preserved and maintained. His daughter, Rita Haddow (z”l), a well-known philanthropist
in the Jewish community, shared her father’s love of Judaism and the Jewish people. They both valved
tzedakah as an instrument to create a universe of opportunities. So upon Irwin’s passing, it was natural
to perpetuate his memory through a family fund that would give back to the community. In 1985, Rita
& John Haddow (z”l) established the Irwin I. Cohn Memorial Scholarship Fund that supports a trip to
Israel for a Temple student.
Both Rita and her father believed that there must be a connection between the people and the land in
order to keep Judaism alive. The purpose of this fund encourages youth to connect to Judaism through
a trip to Israel where they walk the land, taste the land, see the land, and learn its history. Although
during the pandemic we were unable to send students to Israel, we look forward to the opportunity of
fulfilling the purpose of the fund in the near future.
To donate to this fund, go to: www.temple-israel.org/tributes or call: 248-661-5700
CARING COMMUNITY FUND
When Kari Provizer, LMSW, ACSW, Director of the Robert Sosnick Family Life Center, began working
at Temple in 1996, the Caring Community Fund was already established. It was created by clergy and
executive staff who had the incredible vision of assisting Temple families in need. At the same time,
members of the Jewish community already knew that in times of trouble there was one place that
would always be willing to help: Temple Israel.
The Caring Community Fund is dedicated to the community in countless ways, one of the most
important being through support groups. Over the years, the fund has reached thousands of people
through these vital support groups: AA, divorce support group, addiction groups, HUGS (Hope
Understanding Growth and Strength) – divorce support for children, cancer support group, pre-marital
workshops, grief & loss yoga, MS Path, SHARE (supports those who experienced miscarriage, stillbirth,
or infant loss), caregivers group, and transgender parents & children support groups. Temple is proud
to provide these safe, supportive environments for our community.
To donate to this fund, go to: www.temple-israel.org/tributes or call: 248-661-5700
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 15THE ROBERT SOSNICK FAMILY LIFE CENTER
SUPPORT GROUPS &
PROGRAMMING:
For more information on any of these Support
Groups & Programs, contact Kate Boman at 248-
661-5700 or email kate@temple-israel.org
MS PATH SUPPORT GROUP
Thursdays, July 8 & 22, August 12 & 26
The MS Path (Positive Attitude Toward Health)
meets virtually on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of
every month at 7:30 PM. This group is designed for
those with MS as well as family members and/or
caregivers. To join virtually, please contact Ronna
Heller at rhlbox@me.com or 248- 330-4632.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP: IN-PERSON
Thursday, July 8 & 29 • 2 pm at Temple Israel
After the death of a loved one, there are so many
thoughts, feelings, and experiences to deal with.
Please join Diane Levy-Rubinstein, LMSW and
PUT YOUR others in sharing one’s grief within a group setting
BEST BRAIN FORWARD while also defining the uniqueness of your grief.
WITH FACILITATOR LYNN BREUER, For more information and to register:
LMSW, CHC, CDP www.temple-israel.org/bereavement
Thursday, July 22 • 2 pm WOMEN AND WINE
Thursday, July 13 • 5 pm,
Join us for a fun, informative, and Outdoor Sanctuary
interactive presentation on the aging Join Kari Provizer,
brain’s health and wellness, including a LMSW, ACSW and
discussion of lifestyle factors that impact friends, under the
brain health as well as an update on tent to relax while we
the most recent non-pharmacological make a wood sign/
interventions. décor. We are having our very own private wood
sign workshop, led by Board & Brush Creative
For more info and to register: www. Studio. Bring your favorite bottle of wine, beverage
temple-israel.org/event/BrainHealth or sparkling water. We will supply everything you
need, the materials from Board and Brush and
snacks. For parents who need a happy hour and
a break. Leave the kids at home and come have
some fun. For more information and to register:
www.temple-israel.org/womenwine
16 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple IsraelVIRTUAL BINGO
Thursday, July 15 • 3 pm
via Zoom
Join Rabbi Harold Loss,
David Tisdale and Kari
Provizer, LMSW, ACSW
for Virtual Bingo via
Zoom! Prizes! When
you register you will receive a link to a blank card.
Register online at www.temple-israel.org/bingo
NORMAL COGNITIVE
DECLINE VS.
DEMENTIA: WHEN
TO WORRY
WITH FACILITATOR LYNN
BREUER, LMSW, CHC, CDP
Thursday, September
MANAGING THE CHANGING
23 • 2 pm
NEEDS OF OLDER ADULTS
This presentation (with Joely Lyons, LLMSW)
WITH FACILITATOR LYNN BREUER,
focuses on cognitive changes, separating the
LMSW, CHC, CDP
normal age related cognitive changes we are all
likely experience, from a more troublesome form Thursday, August 26 • 2 pm
of Dementia. Appropriate for both professional
audiences as well as family members. For more This presentation focuses on the needs
information and to register: of today’s older adults, particularly
www.temple-israel.org/event/WhenToWorry those needs that are unique to the
current older adult population including
AA- ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
economic impact, senior mindsets,
Thursdays • 8 pm at Temple Israel
societal norms, re-hospitalization and
Open to individuals who have a desire to
coordination of care.
stop using alcohol and/or other substances.
Meeting utilizes the AA 12-Step Program. For For more info and to register:
more information contact Fred Stevenson at www.temple-israel.org/event/
frednstevenson@gmail.com or 248-872-8652. ManagingChange
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 17MUSIC AT TEMPLE
The Schmier Concert Series is returning to Temple Israel this summer! Please join us for a
performance on Sunday, July 25, featuring musicians of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra.
More info: www.temple-israel.org/schmier
The Schmier Chapel Concert Series is presented in loving memory of
Leslie R. Schmier and Jessica R. Schmier.
18 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple IsraelAFFILIATES - BROTHERHOOD
Join Brotherhood at our annual
IT’S A NEW YEAR FOR BROTHERHOOD Scotch and Sirloin dinner.
As the men’s affiliate group of Temple Israel, our This is our way of saying
goal is to strengthen the ties of our congregation “thank you” to our members for
and our community through service. That’s why we’re
supporting the programs and
actively engaged in improving the quality of life of
activities that Brotherhood sponsors.
our members, our families, and our greater society.
We fulfill our mission by developing programs that
benefit Temple families and enhance the spiritual and
educational needs of our community. Check us out
at www.temple-israel.org/brotherhood to learn more
about what Brotherhood has to offer. You will find
a link to join our affiliate and become a part of our
great family.
Brotherhood Softball
Tuesday, August 10th
6 pm at Temple Israel
Temple Israel Brotherhood is off to a great
start for the 2021 softball season. With 6 teams Steak & Salmon with all the fixin’s!
under the management of Steve Achtman, the Brotherhood members in
teams have won 29 out of 52 games. Pictured
good standing are free;
are the 2020 Greenberg Temple Israel Team
$25 per guest
6 winners! Stop by on Sunday morning at
(Includes dinner and open bar)
either Keith field or Drake Park and show your
support of our talented teams! RSVP by Wednesday, August 4th
Register online at
Temple-Israel.org/Sirloin
Questions?
Contact Jerry Isenberg: jmisenberg@comcast.net
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 19AFFILIATES - SISTERHOOD
Sisterhood is successful because of you. We cannot flourish without the participation of
our members! Together we bring energy, creativity and love to everything we do. With
your help we are able to continue to support our Temple, Youth, and Community. We have
a fantastic year planned with social, spiritual and educational programming, extending
our programs virtually when possible. We are planning many creative programs for all
members near and far to enjoy. It’s very exciting to think of the year ahead filled with fun
and engaging activities for everyone.
Whether you are renewing your membership or joining us for the very first time, I encourage you to get
involved with one of our many committees, volunteer opportunities or social action projects. Bring your ideas
and enthusiasm with you. I look forward to seeing each of you attending and enjoying our upcoming year.
Our members are the life blood that keeps the heart of our organization beating strong. I am so honored to
be President of this amazing organization and proud to call each of you my sister. Thank you for being part of
Temple Israel Sisterhood; without you we are one sister short.
L’Shalom,
Andi Weiss, Sisterhood President
CHAI MITZVAH
Tuesday, July 20 & August 17 • 10 - 11:30 am
Study monthly with a group focusing on real-life
relevant issues. Chai Mitzvah encourages you to take
some time to reflect on where you are Jewishly and
what you would like to achieve. July’s topic will be
Judaism and the environment. August’s topic TBD.
What better way to wish family, friends and business Our discussions are lively and led by Ruth Grey and
associates a “Sweet and Healthy New Year” than other Sisterhood members. Questions? Contact Jan
sending a jar of honey? Ship a festive 8 oz jar of Kelman at 248-763-4716 or Jodi Mills at 248-798-8423.
100% pure Kosher Honey anywhere in the U.S. for To register, email Ruth Grey at greyfam5@aol.com
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Ordering is quick and easy at www.orthoney.com/tis Thursday, July 29 &
(enter group code “TIS” if prompted). August 26 • 10 am
Questions? Contact Ann Podolsky at 248-722-4555. Join us on Zoom for
an hour of sharing
stories with Sisterhood
Sisters. We look
forward to seeing you.
For questions and to register, email Jan Kelman at
jkelman47@gmail.com - Zoom link will be provided
upon registration.
20 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple IsraelSISTERHOOD SHABBAT
Saturday, August 14 • 10 am
Join us at the Outdoor Pavilion for a Sisterhood
Shabbat led by our members. Watch your email for
more information.
GENERAL BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, September 1 • 10 am
ONLINE GIFT SHOP
Shop for amazing Judaica and gift items from the
comfort of your home. July/August Special: 20%
off of Apples and Honey
dish. Must be over $25 and
in stock; excludes special
orders. Touchless pickup
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also available. Shop at: templeisraelgiftshop.com
Questions? Call or text Debbie E. at 248-496-4525,
Debbie F. at 248-227-2146 or Stacy at 248-894-6617.
You’re invited to join us for a fabulous
ORDER YOUR TRIBUTE CARDS! Garden Party in your backyard!
Let someone know that you are thinking of them. Please help us plant the seeds of the future,
Sisterhood is pleased to offer a choice of tribute by taking part in this Non Event Fundraiser, in
cards to mark your special
support of The Temple Israel Sisterhood Fruit
occasion or remember
someone in a time of need. In
of Our Hands Greenhouse that was graciously
addition, recipients of tribute donated by our very own Sisterhood.
contributions of $50 or more Donations can be made online or by check.
will now receive a beautiful Go to www.temple-israel.org/
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NOW IS THE TIME TO RENEW OR JOIN SISTERHOOD. We have exciting
programs and and activities that will appeal to everyone. Please join today!
Join online at www.temple-israel.org/Sisterhood
SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR VIRTUAL OPENING PROGRAM ON
OCTOBER 14, 2021 AT 7:30 PM. FREE TO ALL PAID UP MEMBERS!
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 21WE TAKE PRIDE
B’NAI MITZVAH
Mazel Tov SATURDAY, JULY 3, 2021
TEMPRANCE RAEDEN GOLDFARB,
daughter of Jamie L. Auster and Scott L.
Goldfarb; grandchild of Trudie and Lawrence
Mazel Tov to Randi Sakwa for being named Goldfarb and Andrea and Lex Byers.
as president of Hillel of Metro Detroit’s Temprance is a student at Clifford Smart
Board of Governors. Hillel plays an Middle School. Her hobbies and interests
include BMX, skateboarding, scootering, wakeboarding
essential role in maintaining the connection and water sports.
between our young students and the
THURSDAY, AUGUST 26, 2021
Jewish community. We know that Randi
SASHA GIANNA PIPIA, daughter of Regina
will thrive in this new role and we wish her and Tony Pipia; grandchild of the late Galina
the best of luck! and Alexander Pavlov and the late Julie
and Tony Pipia, Sr. She is a student at Derby
Middle School. Her hobbies and interests
include dance, lacrosse, skiing and wake
Congratulations to Steve Ingber, the newly boarding. Sasha turned her love of summer camp into a
named CEO of the Jewish Federation of mitzvah project. She created a GoFundMe for The Bear
Hug Foundation to provide a summer camp experience for
Metropolitan Detroit (JFMD). Steve has
at-risk and underserved children. In addition, she helped
been involved with JFMD for the past few facilitate a clothing and toy drive for The Grace Centers of
years acting as COO. His leadership, vision Hope women’s shelter.
and commitment to the Jewish community SATURDAY, AUGUST 28, 2021
will serve him well as their new CEO. JACE BRAEDEN BERNARD, son of Drs.
Robin and Michael Bernard; grandchild of
Dalene and Ron Oklin and Etta and the
late Helmut Bernard. Jace is a student at
Dan & Andee Mosher and Mark & Marsha West Hills Middle School. His hobbies and
Klein were recognized at the 49th Annual interests include basketball and tennis. For
Greater West Bloomfield Michigan Week his most rewarding mitzvah project, Jace volunteered at the
Friendship Circle for the Sunday Buddy System program.
Awards Ceremony for their service to
the Fresh Food Pantry at Temple. We are GABRIEL ALAN ABRAMSON, son of Alyson
very proud of the work they do for our and Bob Abramson; grandchild of Madeline
and the late Louis Lan, Virginia and Milton
community. Our Food Pantry would not be
Abramson and the late Toby Abramson.
a success if it weren’t for their dedication Gabe is a student at Clifford Smart Middle
and commitment. Mazel Tov on this School. His hobbies and interests include
well-deserved honor. baseball and fishing. As part of his mitzvah project, Gabe
chose to work with Camp Casey which helps kids with life
threatening illnesses. He collected money and supplies for
their Horsey House Calls program.
22 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple IsraelLIFE CYCLE EVENTS
TEMPLE FAMILY Morton “Mort” Firsht, husband of Arlene Firsht; father
of Cathy (Ray) Lambert, Barry (Terri) Firsht and Jonathan
Births and Blessings (Michal) Firsht; grandfather of Benjamin (Aliza) Lambert,
Asher James Wolf, son of Mallory and Alex Wolf; Alex Lambert, Matthew (Elizabeth) Firsht, Adam Firsht,
grandchild of Helene Goldberg, Avery Sommerfeld, Steve Elana Firsht, Sharone (Joseph “Joe”) Bigelman and Daniel
and the late Tammy Wilson and Tim Wolf; great-grandchild (Rachel) Firsht; great-grandfather of Noah, Ari, Amelia and
of Joanne and Mort Goldberg, Rose Wolf and Barbara and Ava; brother of Sandra Fiarman z”l.
Bill Sanchez.
Allan Marvin “Geli” Gelfond, husband of Harriet Gelfond;
Hank Martin Sherman, son of Alexandra & Andrew father of Gila Gelfond, Deena Gelfond and Noam Gelfond;
Sherman; grandchild of Debra & James Gordon, Ellen & brother of Charles “Chuck” Gelfond; grandfather of Max
David Sherman, Laura Sherman; great-grandchild of Phyllis and his mother, Sabra.
(Edwin) Bean, Jane & Larry Sherman. Brother of Bo, Maude,
Dr. Fredric “Fred” Howard Gold, husband of Linda Gold;
& Zeke Sherman. Nephew of Max & Rachael Gordon, Jake
father of Julie Gold Walthers and Lindsey Gold; brother
& Pamela Gordon, Sam Gordon & Kiki VanAcker, Jessica
of Stuart (Ronna) Gold and Gordon Gold z”L; son-in law
Sherman & Mark Vollmar, Dakota & Brett Sherman, Josh
of Eleanor Moss and David Moss z”l; brother-in-law of
Sherman, Lilli Sherman. Cousin of Lillian Gordon, Stevie &
Karin and Jeff Beck, Kevin Moss, Lisa Simonovic and Steve
Dylan Sherman.
Simonovic z”l; son of Norman Gold z”l and Beverly Spitz z”l.
In Memoriam Barbara Hechtman, wife of Michael C. Hechtman;
Leonard Abrams, husband of Julia Ellen Abrams z”l; father mother to Naomi (Howard) Kowalsky, Cynthia Tschumy
of Diane “Dee Dee” Charette, Daniel “Danny” (Jennifer) (William), Jason (Dr. Jill) Hechtman, and Amy (Brian) Small;
Abrams and David (Adrianne) Abrams; grandfather of Lola grandmother of Samantha Vine, Eliana Small, Jared Small,
Abrams, Jonah Abrams, Talia Abrams, Noah Abrams, Haley Evan Vine, Jacob Charlip, Emma Hechtman, Ella Tschumy,
Charette, and Jeremy Charette. and Amanda (Justin) Polk; great-grandmother of Jonah
Miriam Barr, wife of Dr. Isaac Barr; mother of Merav (Yair) Polk; daughter of Esther and Leo Silver z”l; sister of Robin
Grindlinger, Eliau Barr and Paul Koubgeorge, Tamar (Gil) Silver and Debra Hage z”l and Steven Silver.
Hermon and Michal (Jonathan) Firsht; grandmother of Elana Seymour Kleinman, husband of Estelle Kleinman; father
Firsht, Daniel (Rachel) Firsht, Orr Grindlinger, Aviv Grindlinger, of Debra (Paul) Walter and Dr. Michael David Kleinman z”l
Netta Grindlinger, Karene Hermon, Maya Hermon, Ami (Susan Binder); grandfather of Dr. Ari Walter, Zachary Walter,
Hermon and Sharone (Joe) Bigelman; great-grandmother of Mallory (Matthew) Shiffman and Max Walter z”l; great-
Noah Bigelman, Ari Bigelman and Amelia Bigelman. grandfather of Emerson and Morrison Shiffman.
Fred Binder, son of Carol and Jerry Franklin, Linda Deutsch Lois Ledger, wife of Ronnie Ledger z”l; mother of David
and Robert Binder z”l; father of Rayne Binder; brother of Julie Ledger and Renae Beth z”l; grandmother of Melissa (Ben)
(Steve) Reynolds, Jeffrey (Ivy) Binder, Todd (Amy) Franklin Hyde, Nathan, Nicole, Natalie and Nicholas Ledger; great-
and Deborah “Debbie” Binder; uncle of Ross Miller, Andrew grandmother of Nova, Steven, Amaya, Evan and Ash; sister
Miller and Matthew Miller; former spouse of Joy Binder. and sister-in-law of Risa and Kenneth Lawton, Marlene and
Dr. Gerald Jeffery Bloom, father of David (Marilyn Price) Sanford Walkon, Joyce Aaron, Betsy Roby z”l, Marshall
Bloom, Dr. Robert “Bob” (Dr. Randee) Bloom, Kenneth (Delores z”l) Moglovkin z”l, Eugene (Joy z”l) Moglovkin z”l
Bloom and Richard Bloom z”l; father-in-law of Susan and Seldon (Cookie) Moglovkin z”l.
Bloom and Robin Bloom; Brother-in-law of Esta Bloom; Leonard “Larry” Raimi, husband of Celia Raimi z”l; father
grandfather of Jonathan (Masha), Jennifer, Ashley (Peter of Andrea (Dr. Stuart “Stu”) Rubin, Dr. Ivan Raimi, Sam
Kenny), Courtney (Evan Malkin), Caitlin (Bradley Stulberg), (Gillian) Raimi, Ted Raimi and Sander Raimi z”l; grandfather
Jessica, and Zachary; great-grandchildren Aviva, Liam, of Rose Rubin, Dr. Sander (Dr. Kim) Rubin, Max, Sophie,
Theodore, Monroe, Jack, Briar and Katya; husband of Joan Lorne, Henry, Emma, Dashiell and Oliver Raimi; brother of
(Robbins) Bloom z”l; brother of Herman Bloom z”l, Murray Eddie (Bess z”l) Raimi z”l, Irving (Rae z”l) Raimi z”l, Sally
Bloom z”l and Edward Bloom z”l. (Morris z”l) Brose z”l, Anne (Max z”l) Elgot z”l and Eve
(Morris z”l) Kane z”l.
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 23TRIBUTES
ADMINISTRATOR’S DISCRETIONARY FUND In appreciation of Cantor Neil Michaels – Hersh and Satovsky Families
For charitable purposes. In appreciation of Cantor Michael Smolash – Margo, Mike, Shaina,
In Honor Of: and Brooke Lazar
Wishing a speedy recovery of Harriett Freedman – Eleanor Bluestone, In appreciation of Temple Israel Facebook virtual learning – Ronna Segal
Phil and Estelle Elkus, Vivian and George Dean, Judie and Mort
Plotnick and Rhoda and Marshall Tobin CARING COMMUNITY FUND
Supports the programs of Temple Israel’s Caring Community.
GEORGE & SHIRLEY AGREE CARING COMMUNITY FUND In Honor Of:
Provides birthday parties for residents of nursing homes, orphanages, Mazel Tov on the special birthday of Suzy Kirschner – Carolyn and
and shelters. Steven Marks
In Memory Of: Wishing a speedy recovery of Rita Neff – Leslie and Alan Ruby
Bob Dale – Sam Scheinfield Mazel Tov on the Bat Mitzvah of Sienna – Linda Weiss and Mark
David Elbinger – Mara and Andrew Moss; Julie Feldman and Paul In Memory Of:
Unatin Shirlee Caplan-Clayton; Elaine Perlman; Cheryl Rasansky – Caryn and
Andrea Sachse Hurwitz – Arlene and Rick Agree Harold Rothenberg
David Elbinger – Debbie and Milt Stern
APPEL FAMILY CONCERT FUND Gerald Gold – Ileene Zate
Provides funding for an Annual Music Program. Linda Gurvitz – Connie Jacob
In Memory Of: Andrea Hurwitz – Carolyn and Steven Marks
Burton Disner; Joel Helfman – Arlene and Fred Miller Joanne Sue Tushman – Paula and Larry Berger
Jerry Weiner – Leslie and Jeff London; Cindy and Sanford Simon
DONNA & ALLAN APPLE FUND FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL Beloved Father of Jessica Aronson and Family – Debbie and Hal
NEEDS Tzinberg
Provides madrachim support for children with special needs. Marking Yahrzeit Of:
In Honor Of: Nettie Firestone – Ellen Firestone
Mazel Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Zach Belen; Mazel Tov on the Rose Nankin – Linda Arens
wedding of Nicole and Scott – Barbara and Steve Gutman
Mazel Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Corey – Karen and Ricky Erlich JOSEPHINE & HARRY COLTON SHABBAT B’YACHAD AND
Special birthday of Kaye Miller – Barbara and Dan Abramson COLLEGE FUND
In Memory Of: Provides a “First Shabbat” dinner to families of newborn or adopted
Miriam “Mickey” Gold – Beth and Sidney Feldman children and college packages.
Jeffrey Kriseman – Barbara and Steve Gutman In Memory Of:
Jerome Glassman; Eleanor Park – Didi and Richard Colton
SUSIE F. ARNOLD CHOIR FUND
Provides funding for the Shabbat Singers Choir. ETHEL & ROBERT DANTO CHILDREN’S LIBRARY & MEDIA
In Memory Of: CENTER FUND
Charles “Chick” Bruckman – Deb and Eric Schiffer & Family Provides annual support for the Hodari Family Children’s Library and
Media Center.
FINE ARTS FUND In Honor Of:
Supports the purchases of fine art at Temple Israel. Mazel Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Sean Fox; Mazel Tov on the Bar
In Memory Of: Mitzvah of Cameron Harris – Lauren Marcus Johnson & Family
Gerald Spring – Helene and Ronald Kroll Mazel Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Chase Goldman – Bonnie Shapiro
DAVID & JEAN BRENNER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND DIZIK ISRAEL PROGRAM FUND
Provides a graduating senior from the Temple Israel High School with Provides Israel scholarships or Israel programming at Temple Israel.
a stipend to purchase textbooks. In Honor Of:
In Memory Of: Mazel Tov on the 99th Birthday of Carl Murav – Toni and Mickey Schwartz
Linda Gurvitz – Judy and Richard Mintz
ARTHUR DUBIN CHILDREN’S SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOL FUND
TEMPLE ISRAEL BROTHERHOOD FUND Aids families with children with special needs.
Supports Temple Israel Brotherhood programming. In Honor Of:
In Memory Of: Wishing a speedy recovery of Janice Sobel – Lorraine Solomon
Gerald “Jerry” Gold – Shellie and Steven Achtman Marking Yahrzeit Of:
Merle Schneider – Leslie and Roger Black
COURTNEY LISA CANTOR ISRAEL TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Provides funds for youth travel to Israel. ZACHARY M. TALAN EDELSON MACCABI SCHOLARSHIP FUND
In Honor Of: Provides scholarships for Temple Israel Maccabi participants.
In appreciation of Temple Israel Clergy – Sherry Cantor In Memory Of:
In Memory Of: Raymond George Antos; Iris Fynke; Harvey Goldsmith; Claire
Jeffrey Kriseman – Barbara and Allan Ben Schwartz – Sherri and George Glassman
Jerry Glassman – Linda and Andy Jacob
CANTORS’ DISCRETIONARY FUND
For charitable purposes. FLORENCE A. GELLER FOOD FOR THE NEEDY FUND
In Honor Of: Provides food for the needy.
Mazel Tov on the Temple Israel Confirmation of Elliana Michaels – In Memory Of:
Rochelle Meyers Linda Gurvitz – Elisabeth Weinstein and Craig Pacernick
24 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple IsraelJASCHA GELMAN MEMORIAL FUND KAMIL FAMILY MEMORIAL FUND
Provides funding for Israel trip scholarships. Assists the community through Family Life Center programming.
In Honor Of: In Memory Of:
Mazel Tov on the marriage of Judith Goldkrand and Nancy Geenen; Leonard Raimi – Lisa Kamil, Leslie Kamil and Flo Dessen
Mazel Tov on the marriage of Aline and Sergei – Judy Gelman
In Memory Of: STEPHAN ROSENBERGER KANDEL NURSERY SCHOOL
Loren Norman – Judy Gelman SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Provides scholarships for nursery and bereavement books for
GENERAL GIFTS FUND bereaved parents.
Provides general financial support of Temple Israel. In Honor Of:
In Memory Of: In appreciation of Cindy Kandel – Margo, Mike, Shaina and Brooke
Shirlee Caplan-Clayton – Kathy and Gary Cohn Lazar
David Elbinger – Michelle and Steve Adamczyk; Marianne and Rob
Bloomberg; Karen M. Coppola JOYCE KELLER & MICHAEL A. WALCH MIKVAH FUND
Andrea Sachse Hurwitz – Marianne and Rob Bloomberg; Hilary and Maintains the beautiful treasure that Temple Israel has in its mikvah.
Edan King In Honor Of:
In appreciation of Rabbi Josh Bennett – Ellen Rothenberg
DR. FREDRIC & LINDA GOLD NEWLYWED MEZUZAH FUND
Provides a new Mezuzah and scroll to all newlywed couples blessed HARRY & PHYLLIS KELLMAN MEMORIAL FUND
by our rabbis. Supports senior programming at Temple Israel.
In Memory Of: In Honor Of:
Dr. Fred Gold – Sandy and Paul Schwartz 100th Birthday of beloved Mother & Grandmother Phyllis Kellman z”l
– Barbara Safran-Cohen, Murray Cohen and Jared Safran
DR. ROBERT B. GOLDBERG NURSERY SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP In Memory Of:
FUND Dr. Dan Guyer – Barbara Safran
Provides Nursery School scholarships for Temple Israel students.
In Memory Of: BERTHA & HARRY KIFFERSTEIN SENIOR ADULT PROGRAMMING
David Elbinger – Julie Tepperman FUND
Supports senior programming at Temple Israel.
ALBERT GOODMAN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Honor Of:
Provides tuition assistance to a graduating senior of Temple Israel’s Wishing a speedy recovery of Don Lansky; Mazel Tov on the Bat
Religious School. Mitzvah of Bree Scharg – Marsha and Warren Kifferstein
In Honor Of: In Memory Of:
Mazel Tov on receiving the Hillel’s Dream Maker Award Sheri and Jerry Glassman; Nate Scharff – Marsha and Warren Kifferstein
David Jaffa – Teri and Mark Goodman
JOSEPH & BESSIE LEBOWSKY NURSERY SCHOOL FUND
HAROLD GOTTLIEB CAMP TAMARACK SCHOLARSHIP FUND Supplements toys, equipment and supplies used by the Nursery
Provides need-based scholarships for Temple Israel children attending School.
Camp Tamarack. In Honor Of:
In Memory Of: Mazel Tov on the Temple Israel Confirmation of Garrett Kirschner –
Miriam Shapiro – Ann Lasher Susie and Richard Lezell; Yolanda and David Tisdale
Mazel Tov on the Temple Israel Confirmation of Jenner Leib – Susie
AVIVA PEARL HERMAN MEMORIAL SHARE FUND and Richard Lezell
Provides support to those who have experienced miscarriage, In Memory Of:
stillbirth, or infant loss. David Elbinger – Hedy and David Blatt; Jayme and Jeffrey Kirschner
In Honor Of: Isay Peysakhov – Erin, Marvin, and Gracie Bleiberg
Mazel Tov on the special birthday of Laura Markle – Merle and Ron
Schwartz LARRY LEVIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Provides a scholarship for a Temple Israel student for camp or other
LOIS & FRED HOWARD MEZUZAH OUTREACH PROGRAM FUND youth summer trips.
Supplies Jewish ritual items for the Jewish Personal Trainer Program In Memory Of:
which serves our congregational homes. Elaine Perlman – Arlene Pierce
In Honor Of:
In appreciation of Cindy Kandel – Norrine Freeman LIBRARY FUND
Supports Temple Israel libraries.
ESTELLE HURWITZ BAR/BAT MITZVAH MEMORIAL FUND In Honor Of:
Assists Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebrants with their Bar/Bat Mitzvah Mazel Tov to Linda Brodsky on your Eight Over Eighty Award –
expenses at Temple Israel. Yolanda and David Tisdale
In Memory Of: Mazel Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Cameron Harris – Ruth Beresh
David Elbinger – Jill and Lee Hurwitz In Memory Of:
David Elbinger – Jodie Kaufman Davis
HUTTON FAMILY YOUTH GROUP FUND Dr. Jerry Gold; Claire Schwartz – Debbie and Milt Stern
Provides non-budgeted goods, services and equipment to Temple Nathan Scharff – Debbie and Henry Gornbein
Israel’s High School youth activities. David Zeff – Saturday Morning Tisch
In Memory Of: Marking Yahrzeit Of:
Dr. Gerald “Jerry” Gold – Shelley and Dr. Lenny Hutton Sidney Levine – Sheri and Jay Abramson
www.temple-israel.org July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 25TRIBUTES (CONTINUED)
BERNARD E. & BERNICE S. LINDEN FINE ARTS FUND In Memory Of:
Assists acquisition of fine art and art forms, and to renovate objects Seymour Deitch – Yetta Pann & Family
d’art currently in Temple Israel’s possession. Marking Yahrzeit Of:
In Memory Of: Maria Pajewski – Helen and Jeffrey Anspach
Bernice Linden – Ruth and Barry Auerbach; Sue, Howard, and Debbie
Simon PRAYER BOOK FUND
Provides prayer books and other religious publications for Temple
ROSALYN LINER & BARRY LINER MEMORIAL FUND Israel use.
Supports the annual Temple Israel Chanukah party. In Memory Of:
In Honor Of: Jerry Glassman – Judith and Coleman Verona
Mazel Tov on the Temple Israel Confirmation of Ellie Michaels – Judy Jan Herkowitz – Laurie Fischgrund, Melanie & Andrew Goldman
and Kent Siegel Cheryl Stoller Rasansky – Rena Littman
In Memory Of:
David Elbinger – Susan and Howard Levin RABBIS’ DISCRETIONARY FUND
For charitable purposes.
SUSAN & RABBI HAROLD LOSS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER In Honor Of:
SCHOLARSHIP FUND Mazel Tov on the 50th wedding anniversary of Donna and Jack Belen
Provides Early Childhood Center scholarships. – Nancy and Cecil Raitt
In Honor Of: In appreciation of Rabbi Marla Hornsten – Margo, Mike, Shaina and
Mazel Tov on the High School Graduation of Zachary Eisman; Mazel Brooke Lazar; Lori Tonial
Tov on the Temple Israel Confirmation of Garrett Kirschner; Mazel Mazel Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Parker – Jan and Mike Colman
Tov on the Temple Israel Confirmation of Ellie Michaels – Carolyn and Mazel Tov on the marriage of Mallory and Rob – Carolyn and Steven
Steven Marks Marks
In appreciation of Rabbi Harold Loss – Arnold Fuller Mazel Tov on the High School Graduation of Isaiah Rubin – Sandra
In Memory Of: Tuttleman
Irene Anbender – Gail Warren & Family Mazel Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Dane Zeff – Marlene and Gary Kraft
David Elbinger – Cindy and Murray Franklin; Elinor and Howard In Memory Of:
Marsh; Jackie, Neil, Jolie, and Chase Rosenzweig Robert Dale – Marlene and Gary Kraft
Jerome “Jerry” Glassman – Cydnie and Jim Reich; Wendy and Jeffrey David Elbinger – Michel, Matt, Jordyn, Josh, and Andrew Bertman;
Roth Ivajean and Milton Erlich; Fran Wolok and Harold Fellows
Joel Helfman; Joseph Nederlander; Eleanor Park; Elaine Perlman – Linda Gurvitz – Rhona and Alan Gorosh
Wendy and Jeffrey Roth Joel Helfman – Helene and Ronald Kroll
Marian Goldman; Gerald Trager – Harriet Trager Judy Kaufman – Cindy and Harold Daitch; Diana Honet; Valerie
Barbara Hechtman – Barbara Saltz Indenbaum; Rhoda Medow; Ann Moss; Debbie Rottman; Dolores
Cliff Klayman – Early Childhood Center Staff Silverstein
Lee Leach – Barbara Saltz and Sol Light Reva Talon – Debbie and Norman Trepeck
Jeffrey Trebich – Ginnie and Ed French
PEGGY & HARRY MILLER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Jack Weisman – Harold Fellows
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Provides Early Childhood Center scholarships. FAYE & DON REIFLER MEMORIAL YOUTH TRIP SCHOLARSHIP
In Memory Of: FUND
Jerry Glassman; Eleanor Park; Elaine Perlman – Carole and Larry Miller Provides scholarships to Temple Israel youth group members to
attend youth trips.
MINDELL/KUTINSKY EMERGENCY NEEDS MEMORIAL FUND In Honor Of:
Provides emergency assistance to families in crisis. Mazel Tov to Steven Chait on the FAA Wright Brothers Master Pilot
In Honor Of: Award – Sharon, JJ, Nancy and Alan & Families
Mazel Tov Jake Provizer on your Graduation from the University of
Michigan; Mazel Tov Ellie Provizer on your High School Graduation – JEFFREY DAVID ROCHEN MEMORIAL FUND
Yolanda and David Tisdale Provides programming for suicide prevention and to combat bullying
Marking Yahrzeit Of: for young people in our community.
Charles Fenberg; Lillian Fenberg – Robin, Michael, and Rachel Fenberg In Memory Of:
Jeffrey David Rochen – Phyllis and Don Rochen
LYNN & GLENN MOVISH FAMILY YOUTH ISRAEL SCHOLARSHIP Marking Yahrzeit Of:
FUND Sammy Rochen – Phyllis and Don Rochen
Provides scholarships for the Teen Mission to Israel.
In Honor Of: LYNN & HARVEY RUBIN SOCIAL ACTION FUND
Mazel Tov to Laurel and Steve Epstein on both your two Son’s Funds social action programming.
Simchas – Roz and Leon Levine In Honor Of:
Mazel Tov on the birth of Brooks; In appreciation of Dr. Dan Sapeka –
ISAAC z”l & YETTA PANN BIKKUR CHAVERIM FUND Lynn and Harvey Rubin
Provides volunteer support and materials for visitation of home In Memory Of:
bound/nursing home individuals. Clifford Klayman; Joey Nederlander; Robbie Spector; Bob Stein;
In Honor Of: Frances Weiner – Lois and Alvin Rubin
Mazel Tov Cheri Epstein on the engagement of your grandson; Mazel Jack Weisman – Lynn and Harvey Rubin
Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Cameron Harris; Mazel Tov Linda and Jason
Ishbia on the engagement of your son; Mazel Tov on the Temple Israel SAMSON FAMILY MINYAN FUND
Confirmation of Garrett Kirschner; Mazel Tov Emily Schiffer on your Assists in the expenses of the daily Minyan.
High School Graduation – Yolanda and David Tisdale In Honor Of:
Mazel Tov on the wedding of Nichole and Scott – Barbara and Allan
Ben
26 July/August 2021 • Tammuz/Av/Elul 5781 Temple IsraelTRIBUTES (CONTINUED)
ABRAHAM SEIDERMAN COLLEGE EDUCATION FUND Mazel Tov Linda Brodsky on receiving the Eight Over Eighty Award –
Provides financial assistance to students still striving to achieve their Elissa and Danny Kline; Barbara and Robert Moretsky
academic potential. Special birthday of David Tisdale; Mazel Tov Josh Tobias on
Marking Yahrzeit Of: becoming the President of JARC – Linda Brodsky
Helen Levy – Seiderman Family
WENDY & RABBI PAUL YEDWAB YOUTH ENRICHMENT FUND
SUSAN SHANKER CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND Supports a variety of youth enrichment activities offered or sponsored
Provides a UAHC camp scholarship to a Religious School student. by Temple Israel.
In Memory Of: In Honor Of:
Jerry Glassman – Ellen and Marc Whitefield In appreciation of Rabbi Paul Yedwab – Hersh and Satovsky Families
In Memory Of:
EVAN SHAPIRO FUND FOR THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER Joel Helfman – Nancy and Mark Morganroth
Provides cancer awareness educational programs at Temple Israel.
In Memory Of: YFTI FUND
Jeffrey Trebich – Donna and Philip Rosen Supports YFTI activities.
In Honor Of:
TEMPLE ISRAEL SISTERHOOD FUND In appreciation of Rabbi Jen Lader – Marla and Murray Feldman
Supports Temple Israel Sisterhood programming. Mazel Tov on the Bat Mitzvah of Rylie Wolgin – Kara, AJ, Charlie, and
In Honor Of: Mollie Weiner
Mazel Tov to Linda Brodsky on your Eight Over Eighty Award – Debra In Memory Of:
Levin Dr. Robert Dale; David Elbinger – Sheri and David Jaffa
Mazel Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Cameron Harris; Mazel Tov on the
Bar Mitzvah of Parker; In appreciation of Susan Singer – Andi and YOUTH ISRAEL PILGRIMAGE FUND
Mark Weiss Supports youth scholarships for Temple Israel sponsored trips to
Mazel Tov to Andi Weiss on your installation as Sisterhood President Israel.
– Linda Sherr In Honor Of:
Wishing a speedy recovery of Marsha Adelson – Sherrie and Norty
SISTERHOOD GREENHOUSE FUND Stern
Provide support for the Early Childhood Center Greenhouse. Mazel Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Jack Krut – Marlene Thav
In Honor Of: Mazel Tov on the Bar Mitzvah of Parker Wachler – Carolyn and Steven
Mazel Tov on becoming Vice President of Committee on Committees Marks
Jan Kelman – Karen Winshall In Memory Of:
Mazel Tov to Andi Weiss on your installation as Sisterhood President – Iris Fynke; Jerry Glassman – Debbie and Milt Stern
Karen and Ricky Erlich; Elissa and Danny Kline Gerald “Jerry” Gold – Rosalie and George Schwartz
In Memory Of:
David Elbinger – Wendy, Larry, Jared, and Liza Kohlenberg JUDITH & RICHARD ZATKIN YOUTH FUND
Barbara Hechtman – Sheila and Dan Schiffer Provides resources for Youth Group programs.
Nate Scharff – Paula and Jay Mellin In Memory Of:
Barbara Hechtman – Apel Family
ROBERT SOSNICK FAMILY LIFE CENTER ENDOWMENT
Supports Temple Israel’s Family Life Center. FUNDS BEING FORMED
In Honor Of:
DAVID & STACY GORDON FAMILY “DO GOOD FUND”
Mazel Tov on the special birthday of Robert Levenson – Jean and
Supports programming at Temple Israel that benefits the greater
Howard Dubin
good of our community geared toward social action endeavors.
In Memory Of:
THE TOBIAS FUND
Shirlee Clayton Caplan; Miriam Gold; Harvey Goldsmith; Linda
Leadership opportunities for Temple members.
Gurvitz; Bernice Linden – Arlene Licht
In Memory Of:
Joan Harf – Bobbi and Rob Gordon
NANCY KATZMAN FAMILY CONNECTION FUND
Provide technology and other means to connect seniors with their
JACKIE UNATIN MEMORIAL CHANUKAH FUND
families.
Provides holiday celebrations for those in need, through the Temple
In Honor Of:
Israel No Temple Family Without A Chanukah Program.
Mazel Tov on the marriage of Jordan and Alex – Jeannette and
In Honor Of:
Michael Wertheimer
Mazel Tov on the special birthday of Jim Weitzman – Marlene and
Richard Schwartz
STANLEY SATOVSKY FAMILY FUND
In Memory Of:
In Honor Of:
Jerome Glassman – Arlene and Rick Agree
Mazel Tov on the wedding of Jessica and Matthew – Nancy and Lary
Linda Gurvitz – Marlene and Richard Schwartz
Goldman
Frances Weiner – Alan Gurvitz and Family
In Memory Of:
Shirlee Clayton – Shelly Friedman, Richard Steinik and Phyllis Satovsky
JUANITA & GEORGE VICTOR MI SHEBEIRACH BLANKET FUND
Provides Mi Shebeirach blankets to hospital, nursing home and rehab
patients.
In Honor Of:
Mazel Tov Chason Brodsky on your High School Graduation – Yolanda
and David Tisdale
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