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By Deborah Fellman The annual meeting of the Jewish Federation of Omaha will be June 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the JCC theater. A reception in the JCC gallery will follow. Chairmen of the meeting this year are Jerry and Harriet Slusky. At the meeting, awards will be presented for humanitarian of the year, volunteers of the year, young leadership and teen leadership. Also, the community service award will be presented. According to Mr. Slusky, the focus of this year's meeting is "paying tribute to the Omaha Jewish Community as a whole." "Our community has raised over $12 million since 1990 for local needs, Israel and Russian resettlement," he said. "In terms of median contribution and percent of givers, Omaha ranks number one among comparablysized communities," he said. New officers will also be inducted. Mr. Slusky said leaders of the Federation and its agencies will be honored for "using the community's contributions careftilly." Leaders' careftil use of fiinds allowed them to "maintain significant programs and services," he said, despite recent decreases in income from interest and from the United Way.
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• 'i LOVE applauds volunteers Joanie Bernstein (left) who co-chalred the annual LOVE banquet with George Schapiro on April 29, announces the selection of Sol and Lee Jane Parsow and Miriam and Irv Nogg aa volunteers of the year. The couples were honored for their long-time service to the organization which provides volunteers for the Rose Blumkln Jewish Home. More than 20Q attended the party in the Jewish Community Center. See editorial on page 4.
The ongoing battle against extremism By Abraham H. Foxman National director, Antl-Defamationn League Tlie Anti-Defamation League (ADD has been flghting haters for 80 years and American society and the Jewish community have been the main beneficiaries. Through the work of ADL, neo-Nazis, Klansman, radical terrorists of the right and left have known very little peace. Over the years, journalists and law enforcement officials alike have come to rely on ADL'for'accurate, authoritative information on terrorists, hate groups, white supremacists, anti-Sertiites and others who threatep to undo the basic rights and freedoms Americans cherish. Indeed, within hours of the arrest of suspects in the Feb. 26, explosion at World Trade Center, phones at the Anti-Defamation League headquarters in New York began ringing with calls from reporters looking for information on terrorist groups and their activities in the United States. The most basic reason ADL investigates antiSemitic, rscikt and extremist organiiations is that the Jewish psople have from time immemorial been the Victims of bigotry and persecution. Our history has taught us the paliiAil jesson that we must bs vigilant conoeming thrsati to our security, Hsno, ADL devaloped the rssauros* needed to alsrt the Jewish community and all Americans to terrorist or dthar threats to their livss and well-being. In fighting hatred, ADL has been praised by Prssldsnts, law enforcement oAldala, scholars and others. ADL's goals are admirable and the means we have empkiyed to reach these goals are legitimate, reeognixing that it Is no aa«y business to unearth taisidlons gnups whose goals are to undermine deiaocratlc sodattot. It is stnoga to sae ADL now aiMl«r attack for ths vary things that prsaldsnts, members of Coogrsas, rsU^rious liaJirs and ath«r»hav» praiaad us fbr ovar sav^HkldacftdH. ^^VWs have great respect fn- '*-- "'-nt Amendment, ^HUected in the many First >t cases we have ^^•an involved In before the nupremp Court. In fact, ADL relies on our own First Amendment rights to expose bigots and extremists through Its publications and pubUe e«K»te»y. We havt had to face dlfHoult Isauss and questions along the wey. But ADL Is s unique organisation balancing First Amendment principles and the fight againat dangerous axtremists. It has boon a oonitaot tilwilVimt to find ways to counter the haters without »lolrtteg their First Amendment rights. k.g°t
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How do we do our work? At the core of our struggle against bigotry and enemies of the Jewish people are the League's instruments of research and fac^finding. ADL collects and processes a vast amount of information by monitoring and analyzing mainstream and . extremist publications and maintaining a library of news files and materials about extremist organizations. Major newspapers and other media.carrying recent stories about ADL files also maintain just such files. In fact, mAny of these news organizatfons have also consulted ADL's library for documentation of articles on bigots and extremist groups. The informatioji ADL collects on racists, antiSemitee and extremists is disseminated to the media, law enforcement agencies, the Jewish community and the American public to expose the haters. Focusing public attention on such extremists, ADL believes, is a fini step to encouraging public rejection of their bigotry and hatred. Over the last 10 years alone, ADL has published dosens of books, reports, newsletters, and periodicals on extremist groups'and individuals of the far right and far led. As part of our fsct-flndlng, ADL does use undercover sources to gather information. Because many of the anti-Jewish, racist organisations sro secretive and often pose threats of violence, it is sometimes impossible for ADL to learn of their activities through sny means other than an undercover sourob. 'Hieroftiro AOL rsUes on infannation rsceivsd from a small number of individuals who are independent investigators or current or former members of racist and aitrsmist graups. OiwaahniiaHy, AlU^.soarcss may attend meettngi, ral< lies and pabHe ftuMtioae of tbsae groupa to loom more about their oopouied phUaeopliy. 1B attending theoe woe<ln>i. and far their own protecUoB and salbty, these sources may be rsquired to dhgnlw thetr toanartlaii with ADL. Semeofthoae iadhddoals peribra gnat aorvicss for the American people, with no recognition end st s groat personal risk, in discovering the secretive existsnca and actiVttiao ofbalemongan. For asample, ADL rscaivod Information — some of It tkvm undereover sources — that right wing extremists planned to launch a terrorist assault sgainst the United SUIes Qovanunent. We slerted the FBI and local law enforcsment authorities as to ADL's findings, and thla Information was used by the U.S. Attorney in pmsenitlng i of the Order.
Jerry and Harriet Slusky are chairmen of the Jewish Federation of Omaha's, upcoming annual meeting.
U.S. adds HAMAS to terrorism list By Deborah Kalb St«tae News Servtoe
WASHIKOTON (JTA) — Hamas, the Islamic fundamentalist group that has risen to intemational prominAnce in recent months, has now achieved the dubious dis tlnetien of having Its own listing in the State Department's annual report on global terrorism. The veport, ^^tteraa of Olebal Terrorism ISM," says that "various elements of Hamas have used both political and violent means. Including terrorism, to pursue the goal of estsbllshing an Iilamic Palaetinlan sUto in plaM of Israsi.' Hamas, an acronym for the Islsmic Keiistance Momment, was involved in the klUing of sn Israeli border guard late last year.
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The show of shows Dave Wine honored Deaths The celebration of the 45th birthday of the founding of the State of Israel was a wondrous and glorious day for the Jewish people of Omaha, and we are proud to have been a part of it. It all began with an idea from Amnon Dotan. Afler many hours of talking and researching and writing we came up with a script that told the story of families who left Russia for both Palestine and Omaha in the 18908. We were truly blessed to have the outstanding talent of Karen Javitch, who wrote the meaningful, beautiful songs that many of us continue to sing and hum, and that will be long remembered by those who heard them. Casting the show was a pure joy: everyone who was asked to participate agreed, and under the experienced and excellent direction of Elaine Jabenis, the show came to be!! But it was truly more than a show; it was an unforgettable "happening" in "the Omaha Jewish community. Every seat was filled, with people of all ages and all generations, at both performances. There were even children in the show, and fifth-generation Omahans. More than a show or entertainment, it was a love of Israel and the Jewish people that came through in each scene, in each word, in each song! It was Omaha Jewry's declaration of faith and hojSe and joy, and always of remembering: remembering what was and looking forward to what can be. Mat Yom HaAtzmaut, the birthday of the state of Israel, continue to be a day of community gathering and celebration. May we have the "opportunity to celebrate many more years together! . This is one GREAT community! Jean Duitch, Mary Fellman, and Joanie Jacobson
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Congregant Dave Wine, Former Omaha resident Mark Plattner, son of Laura . who leads morning davenPlattner and the late Larry Plattner of Omaha, died May 3 in Pleasanton, Calif.,alter a long illness. ing at Beth Israel Mr. Plattner, a Vietnam veteran, was 48. Synagogue, will be honMr. Plattner is survived by his wife, Shari; son, ored at Shabbat services Donald, and daughter, Lora, all of Pleasanton; his there on May 15 when a mother, Laura; sister, Judy Brodsky; nieces and refurbished "Torah with a nephews, aunts and an uncle. newly-embroidered mantle Memorials may be made to Temple Israel, the Heart is rededicated in his name. Fund or a favorite charity. According to Rabbi HOWARD SCHNEIDER Mark Urkowitz, Mr. Wine Services were held April 30 at Beth El Cemetery for is "an invaluable asset to David Wine Howard I. Schneider. He was 40. the shul." Mr. Schneider is survived by his wife, Michelle; two "He has always kept it close to his hieart," Rabbi daughters, Jennifer and Margaret; parents Samuel Urkowitz said. He said Mr. Wine attends services twice daily and is and Irene Schneider of Bayside, N.Y.; a brother. Jay; "always the first one at shul. He opens the doors, turns and a sister, Nancy. Memorials may be made to the American Heart on the lights and readies the chapel," Rabbi Urkowite Association or the Nebraska Jaycee Foundation. said. ABE SHRAOO Mr. Wine is a longtime member of Beth Israel's Services were held Sunday at Mt. Sinai cemetery for board of commissioners. He also sings in the synagogue Abe Shrago. He was 77. choir. Mr. Shrago is survived by his wife, Josie; a son, Ed; A kiddush luncheon in Mr. Wine's honor will be sponsored by the congregation of Beth Israel following a daughter, Bobbi Newman; a sister, Ann Belmont; a brother, George; four grandchildren; many nieces pnd services. For reservations or more information, call the syna- nephews. Memorials may be made to L.O.V.E. (care of the gogue office at 556-6288. Rose Blumkin Jewish Home) or the American Cancer Society.
Rabbi Stiefel returns
Rabbi Sharon Stiefel, who served as the first Reconstructionist student rabbi at B'nai Israel Synagogue in Council Bluffs from 1989 to 1990, will visit this weekend. She will lead services today at 7:30 p.m. and tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. Torah discussion will follow morning services. At 5 p.m. tomorrow, Rabbi Stiefel will lead a study session, Havdalah and Lag B'Omer celebration, followed by a dairy potluck dinner, all at the farm of Marti Nerenstone and Anne Carpenter. All events are open to the community. For more information or directions, call Rebecca Bloom (4551890) or Martin Rosenberg (390-9062).
ANN KLAVER
Services were held May 5 at Golden Hill Cemetery for Ann Klaver: A resident of the Rose Blumkin Hornp, she was 93. Mrs. Maver was preceded in death by her husband, State Sen. Sam Klaver, and her son, Abraham Lincoln Klaver. Survivors include a cousin, a nephew and a niece. Memorials may be made to Beth Israel Synagogue or the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home.
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SATURDAY, MAY 8 Aryn Brechwald, Bat MitzVah, 11:15 a.m., Temple Israel Jennifer Epstein, Bat Mitzvah, Beth El
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Natalie Rubin (left) Jewish Family Service resettlement coordinator, helps Sofiys Faynshteyn, a new arrival from the former Soviet Union, who has been reunited with her brother and sister-ln-law, Michael and Genya Stkovich. Jewish Family Service administers the resettlement program with fUpds provided by the Operation Eaodus CampaifB of the Jewish Federation of Omaha.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 12 BreadbTMkers, Noon, Regency West Best Weatam HadasMh Board, 10 a.m., Livingston Plaza vBoy Scouts. 7 p.m. Cub ScoutSv 7 p.m. Hebrew High. 7:30 p.m. Temple Israel Board. 7:30 p.m.. Temple Israel UTTO 8«h « 12th Grade Qraduattorv Beth Israel THURSDAY, MAY 13 Walk-in, Drop-in. 10:30 a.m. ^Federabon Budget and Allocations Committee, 7:30 p.m. NCJW General Board, 9:30 a.m. Lunch & Learn, Noon, Beth El •MiMMlllMMtiaMJCC
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FRIDAY: Shabbat service is at 8:15 p.m. Rabbi Aryeh Azriel, Rabbi Daniel Fink and Cantor Karen Webber-Gilat will officiate. Rabbi Fink will speak on "Peace, Daughter of Speech." The Oneg Shabbat will be sponOffice Hours: Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday: 9 sored by the Temple Sisterhood. SATURDAY: a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Shabbat service is at 11:15 a.m. in the sanctuary. Services are conducted by Rabbi Paul Drazen and Simcah B'Shabbat, an alternative Torah-study service, Cantor Emil Berkovits. will be held in the chapel. FRIDAY: SITTER SERVICE Services at 6 p.m. Sitter service is available each Shabbat evening serSATURDAY: Services at 9:30 a.m. Kiddush follows services. TSS vice. Sitter service is available for Saturday morning service when there is a bar/bat mitzvah. Please make a (Torah Siddur Skills) begins at 10:15 a.m. Minha-Ma'ariv and Havdalah services are at 8:15 reservation so we may plan accordingly. There are no facilities for infants. p.m. B'NAI MITZVAH SUNDAY: Aryn Brechwald, daughter of Mardee Brechwald and Services are at 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Ray Brechwald, will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah at the WEEKDAYS: Shabbat Morning Service on May 8. Services are at 6:55 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Noah Joseph Siegel, son of Liesa Monteg-Siegel and JUDAICA SHOP Open Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dr. Mitchell J. Siegel, will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah at the Shabbat Morning Service on May 15. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to noon. LUNCH 'N LEARN FAMILY SHABBAT DINNER Lunch 'n Learn with the Rabbi meets Thursday at Temple's Parents' Association will sponsor a Shabbat noon at Beth El. Discussion topic is "Who Should Eulogize?" based on an article from Moment maga- Dinner on May 14 at 6 p.m. Cost is $7.50 for adults, $4 zine, written by Francine Klagsbrun. For reservations for children in grade 6 or under. For reservations, call the Temple office (556-6536) by May 10. call the synagogue office (492-8550). ADULT EDUCATION Beth El Women's League classes meet Tuesdays at 9 a.m. BARMITZVAH Jennifer Epstein, daughter of Sharon and Howard Epstein, will become a Bat Mitzvah on May 7 and 8.
ADULT EDUCATION Adult B'nai Mitzvah class, 7 p.m. on Tuesday. "Jewish in Hollywood," led by Rabbi Azriel, meets at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday. "The Matriarchs and Their Legacy," led by Rabbi Fink, meets at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday.
BACCALAUREATE DINNER Graduates of UTTO's eighth grade and high school will be honored at a Shabbat dinner on May 14 following evening services. Send reservations to Norms Shpayher. WOMEN'S LEAGUE LUNCHEON The Women's League's spring luncheon is May 18 at noon at Beth El. Entertainment is sketches from 'Fiddler, on the Roof," by players from the Omaha Community Playhouse. For reservations, call Joyce Cohen (397-6262). B'nai Israol 618 Mynator Stroat Council Bluffa, Iowa 51503 322-4705 ijervices are conducted by congregants. For mt'onnation, leave a message on the synagogue answering machine (322-4705). FRIDAY: Services are at 7:30 p.m.
SHABBAT COMES TO YOU Rabbi Azriel, Rabbi Fink and Cantor Karen WebberGilat and the Omaha Temple Youth Group will lead a Shabbat Service on May 14,at 2 p.m. at the Blumkin Home.
Davening i&at 9:30 a.m., followed by Kiddush.' SUNDAY: Blumkin Homo Davening is at 9:30 a.m. SATURDAY: TALMUD CLASSES Services are held in the Goldsten Chapel at 9 a.m. Talmud class, 9:30 a.m.'Wednesday., Advanced Members of the community are invited to join resiTalmud, 12 p.m. Thursday. dents for the service and the kiddush following. . CHUMASH CLASS Special niemoria4 services are held on the last Chumash claes'for adults, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday. Saturday of each month. YIDDISH "Hookad on Yiddish" lessons, Thursdays at 7:30 p.m Offutt at Chabad House. Capohart Chapol INOLISH CLASS 25th Straot and Capohart "Think Jewish and speak English" clasMS on Jewish Omaha, NB 68123 ks for new Amsricftns, Tuesdays and ThursdiO's at 284-6061 39 a.m. at Chabad House. FRIDAY: S«rvic«« Btut at 8 p.m.
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LCandlellghtIng for Friday, IMay 7:8:00 pjn. B*th Israal Synagogii* Bath Cl Synagogua 1502NO. SamdStrMt 14806 California Omaha, NI68104 Omaha, NB 68184 BS64288 492-8880 ce hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday (when school is in session), 9 to 11 a.m. Services are conducted by Rabbi Marli Urkowitz and Cantor David Taub. FRIDAY: Kabbalat Shabbat service is at 7 p.m. SATURDAY: Morning service is at 8:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary and Goldstein Chapel. Beginners' Minyan, Junior Congregation and Shabbat Juniors meet at 10 a.m. A kiddush sponsored by Sisterhood will follow. Babysitter service is provided courtesy of Sisterhood. Talmud class with the Rabbi is at 7:15 p.m., followed by Mincha at 8:05 p.m. Shalosh Seudos, Ma'ariv and Havdalah conclude services. SUNDAY: Service is at 9 a.m. WEEKDAYS: Services are at 7 a.m. and 8:05 p.m. Each weekday evening between Mincha and Ma'ariv, we study Chumash. The study sessions are led by Rabbi Urkowitz. JEWISH STUDIES Supplementary classes in Jewish studies are at 6 p.m. Wednesdays at the JCC. Program includes supper and Mishna studies with Rabbi Urkowitz. QEMARA Cantor David Taub leads a Gemara study session Mondays at 4:30 p.m. in the Blumkin Home's Goldsten Chapel. TOPICS "Topics of Interest for Growing Young Jewish Ladies," meets May 16 and 23 at 1 p.m. at the JCC. Instructor is Devora Urkowitz. HAFTORAH Haftorah Trope is taught by Cantor Taub Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at the JCC to post Bar Mitzvah-aged students. JEWISH LIFE AND LIVING Cantor Leo Fettman will discuss "Prayer" on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in the school wing of the synagogue! On May 19, the topic is "Shabbat." SISTERHOOD Study group is May 18 at Carol Katzman's home. NCSY ^nior NCSVs SpringShabbaton will be in St. Louis next'weekend. Chabad Housa
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Lincoln, NE 68502 423-8569 Services are officiated by Rabbi Eiihu Milder. FRIDAY: Services begin at 8 p.m. Adrianne Ellizabeth Graham will become a Bat Mitzvah. Oneg Shabbat will be hosted by Jaine and Mark Graham. SATURDAY: Services are at 9:30 a.m. Junior Congregation begins at 10:15 a.m. Adrianne Elizabeth Graham will become a Bat Mitzvah. Kiddush and luncheon are hosted by Jaine and Mark Graham. B'nai Joshurun 20th and South Stroots Lincoln, NE 68502 435-8004 . Services are officiated by Cantor Michael Weisser FIUDAY: Sabbath evening service at 7:45 p.m. SATURDAY: Morning service at 10 a.m.' SUNDAY: Hebrew Classes for children are at 9 a.m.; religious ious school is at 10 a.m. TUESDAY: Adult education is at 7:30 p.m. THURSDAY: Choir rehearsal is at 7:30 p.m.
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Editorial
Sparics from tiie Word
By Morris Maline
By Rabbi Myer S. Kripke
Our Blumkin Home One cannot walk through the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home and not be impressed with the cleanliness of the facility, the comfort and care provided for the residents. This is a beautiful home for our aged relatives and friends. And the Omaha Jewish community can lifl its head high with the knowledge that respect for the elderly here is more than words - it's action. The home is on my mind at this time largely because of last week's annual banquet honoring LOVE volunteers, the message delivered on the occasion by Jerry Dann, president of the board of the Bureau for , the Aging and ... the recent meetings of the Federation's Budget and Allocations Committee and the Federation's board of directors. The meetings and deliberations disclosed that the Jewish community campus is under severe financial stress. •Not enough money is being raised by the annual Campaign to cover the programs and services desired and needed by the Jewish community. Along with the lack of Campaign funding is the economic fact that interest rates are down, down, down, so endowments also cannot generate enough income to 'cover all the costs. So, Mr. Dann took the festive occasion of the LOVE banquet to make certain that the 225 in attendance were aware of the "^road fiscal challenge" ^ a nice way of saying that the Home's endowment - a comfortable sum a decade ago - is inadequate in 1993! The answer to the problem, said Mr. Dann, is to increase endowments. "And, we will need your help in this endeavor indeed, we will need the help and support of the entire community." Anyone familiar with the history of the Omaha Jewish community can predict that Mr. Dann's appeal will be-.answered with compassion and pride - and with promptness.
Letters to the Editor To the Editor: Mazel Tov to all those whcf were involved with the theatrical production in honor of Israeli Independence Day on April 25. The talent and creativity that went into this production was truly awesome. .That it was home (jrnwn !n:u1t> it especially Warm and memorable. This was the finest example qf what tli i Jewish Community Center should be • Steve and Margo Kiekes
» To the Editor: 1 am requf sting information about my father, Heniy M. Sefren, wh6 grew up around Omaha. • He came to the United States from Kiev, Russia, ih atKiut 1882 at tlieage of 10 or U. He arrived witli his mother, Sarah Ann Sefren. his brqfher, Samuel B., and his sister, Mijinie. His fatlier,-Morrij), died in Russia in about 1872. My fatlier married Dora Mayerovlch in 1901 Any information or documents on my father or his fatnily would be greatly appreciated 8«m Sefren P.O. Box 4734 yMioouver, WA WS62
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about this: all Jews. Even those who were no longer Parashat Emor living as Jews. Even Christians bom of two Christian Under Sentence of Death What with printers' deadlines and publication dead- parents. Two thoughts, additionally, come to me. We must lines, this is written quite a little before it appears in not consider the founding of the State of Israel to be a print. I write in a time of personal exhaustion. Mental and trade-off for the annihilation of that whole generation spiritual exhaustion, not physical, though the former of European Jews. Not for the six million and not for 'even ohe hot-yet-self-conscious Jewish infant. TTiere is leads to the latter. In short, we have just passed through the time of no atonement for these murders. The other thought is most oppressive. It is that no Yom HaShoah and Yom HaAtzmaut. Increasingly, as the years pass, I am torn by the experience. Added to one cared. So used to mistreating Jews (if 1 may use so it, this year, was the opening of the U.S. Hjolocaust innocuous and unfeeling a word) century after century, was the world, that this ultimate attempt to uproot Memorial Museum in Washing^n, D.C. I did not know, personally, any members of my wife's their existence from the globe was not worthy of much family, or mine, who were murdet«d during the brief second thou^t. It^had become almost a badic postulate (but too long, too long) ascendancy of the Nazis in in Christendom that the Jews were rejected by God Europe. But tiiat makes it no easier. For all of those and to be despised — and, ho-hum — murdered by who were murdered were my family. I feel it the more man. It is that thought'that weighs so heavily on me. I keenly as the years pass. At the seder table we are reminded that we must was under sentence of death, and no one cared. consider ourselves, these many centuries later, to have Probably, most approved. It was never a war-aim of the allies to liberate the been among the slaves, among those liberated. Shall we not, only half a century after the shameful condemned in the death camps. It was to be a sideevents in Nazi Europe, see ourselves as among those effect of victory. I am a side-effect. That is why-1 am marked for murder? American Jews, those living in the mentally and spiritually exhausted. Editor's note: Two of Rabbi Kripkie's recent murderous 40s and those born since, were all, all, under the sentence of death. American Jews and all columns have been reprinted in The American others — all over the world. "Rie Nazis were consistent Rabbi, a bimonthly publication for rabbis.
Rabbi's reflections By Rabbi Mark Urkowilz On the second day of Choi Hamoed Pesach, world Jewry lost a leader, mentor and guide, Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, Zecher Tzadik Livracha. Rabbi Soloveitchik, or the Rav, as he was known to his students, was professor of Talmud and Jewish philosophy for more than four decades at Yeshiva University. I will leave the broad strokes of his impact on American and world Jewry for others to write; one need only point to the fact that he ordained more rabbis than any other sage in history; his public lectures always filled the halls and auditoriums to capacity. He was truly appreciated. . . " But flrst and foremost, the Rav saw himself as a teacher, or as he phrased it, a "pushuta melamed," a simple teacher. He was born into a prestigious rabbinic family, and his abilities were noticed early on. I remember his remark in class, in the fall of 1973, when he was teaching us a paH of the Talmud, which he had -studied at the age of four. He chuckled when he remarked that he didn't know what he was being taught then, nor, upon reflection, did his tutor. From these humble beginnings, the Rav grew to be the preeminent teacher of Talmud in the world. His ability was in the elucidation of difTicult topics and their explanation in a way that new vistas were opened. There were times in class when We would watch him struggle to develop the principles behind the lawTHe would searcli every nuance to present Uie explanation in the clearest, and most coherent form. This unusual talent was appreciated, for he gave fresli life and pumped novel approaches into tho. ancient Talipudic'and medieval texts. His seard) for the clearest and truest meaning was unimpeachable. One incident in class most clearly typifies his candor and honesty. After spending several weeks on a particularly difficult Be<;tion, satisfied that he had solved all Uie problems, a young man asked • question. The RaV turned to him and said, "You're right, I'm wrong." Two weeka' of •hlurim (Talmudic Uc-
tures) went out the window. The Rav now had to rework everything to take that question into account. Teaching was his life. The transmission of Torah to future generations literally kept him going. T remember the last year I studied with him. During one shiur, he suddenly stood up in the middle of class. We didn't know what to do; clearly the shiur was over. What had happened was that his back pain had become so severe he could no longer mask it and ignore it by immersing himself into the sea of the Talmud. He had stood up merely to find a comfortable position for his back. Yes, he loved teaching. But he' appreciated the real world and what was needed. He had earned a PliD in philosophy at the University of Beriin; he was regularly called upon by presidents, prime ministers and Israeli cabinet ministers for his input (classes were often delayed while he met with them). He offered guidance when asked, and delivered wise counsel to all who sought it. But his greatest pleasure came from teaching and studying Torah" On a lighter note, tJie Rav lived in Boston and would commute weekly to Yeshiva University to teach. On Tuesday evenings, he would give a public Talmud class • in mid-towri Manhattan. Rabbis would vie for the privilege of chaufTering him to and fro. Returning from a shiiir one evening, he asked the driver to turn on the radio.The question immediately came: "But we always discuss Torah." His response was swift: "Boston ii? playing Cincinatti in the World Series; I want to hear tlie game." nie Rav left me with a legacy: a love of learning and an overwhelming desire to insure the future •>•" <h" 'Jewish people through the study of Torah. Today his students read) across the world li.,., .. > ting the values he so carefully and quietly instilled May his memory always serve as an inspiration and j bleaslng for all. I
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LONDON/MONASEBIAN Jacqueline A. London and Dr. Douglas M. Monasebian, both of Omaha, were married May 2 at Temple Israel. Rabbi Aryeh Azriel ofTiciated. The bride, a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Lincoln, is regional account coordinator for Lancome Cosmetics at Dillards Department Store. She was afiiliated with Gamma Phi Beta sorority, She is the daughter of Mrs. Nathan J. London and the late Nathan J. London. The groom, a resident in maxillofacial surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, is a graduate of Brandeis University, the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and the University of Nebraska School of Medicine. He was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He' is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Sion Monasebiah of White Plains, N.Y. Maid of honor was Julie Ziegenbein. Best man was the groom's twin brother, Darryl Monasebian of New York City. After a honeymoon to Aruba, the couple will live in Omaha.
OBERMAN/ COHEN Stuart Oberman of Palo Alto, Calif, and Joy Cohen of Menlo Park, Calif., will be married June II at Congregation Shaarei Tefilla in Las Vegas. Cantor Leo Fettman will officiate. Mr. Oberman, a doctoral student and researcher in electrical engineering at Stanford University, is the son of Robert and Myra Oberman of Omaha. He is the grandson of Lillian Oberman of Omaha and Dr. Sidney Cohen of Las Vegas. Miss Cohen, an accounting manager, is the daughter of Mark and Susan Cohen of Arlington Heights, 111. She is the granddaughter of Lenora Engman of Cherry Hill, N.J., and Sylvia Cohen of Skokie, III. Both Mr. Oberman and Miss Cohen graduated from the University of Iowa.
SIMON/PURCHASE Neil Simon and Debra Purchase, both of^Oraaha, were married Sunday at The Georgetowne Club. Judge Samuel V. Cooper officiated. The groom, son of Ervin and Miriani Simon, is executive recruiter for Eggers Consulting Go. The bride, daughter of the late Sebastian and Elizabeth Santo, is a managed-care operations representative at Mutual of Omaha. Best man was Melvin Cohen of Cincinnati. Matron of Honor was Kathleen Macnamara of Omaha. After a trip to Israel, Egypt and France, the couple will live in Omaha.
ZOOB/BEST Michael Zoob and Ann Best, both of Irvine, Calif, will be married June 26',in Laguna Beach, Calif. Mr. Zoob, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Seymour Zoob of Omaha, is a graduate of the University of Arizona. He is a retail-property sepcialist at Grubb & Art and Jan Salkin celebrated their 40th wedding, Ellis Real Estate. Ms. Best, the anniversary April 18 at the Holiday Inn Central. The party was hosted by their daughter and son-in-law, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Best of Vista, Calif, is a Devra (Dede) and Jeff Spiegal, and their sons and sales manager for Benificial Finance Co. She attended daughters-in-law, Michael and Trudy Salkin and Palamor College. Mr. Zoob is the grandson of Pearl Gold of Omaha. Richard and Cindy Salkin, all of Omaha. '
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Beth El women's league plans lunch for May 18 The annual Spring Luncheon sponsored' by the Women's League of Beth El Synagogue will be May 18 at noon at Beth El. Entertainment will be selections from the Omaha Community Playhouse's current pnxluction of "Fiddler on the Roof," performed by cast members. The menu features tuna Nicoise, made from the recipe used at Breadwinners. "We are grateful to the management of Breadwrinhers for giving Lucy the recipe," said Sheila Polikov, chairperson of the event. Cost for the luncheon is $7. Babysitting is available; cost is $2 per child. For reservations or transportation, call Joyce Cohen (397-6262). For babysitting, call Kris Schulman (4966575). League president Susie Silverman said members may bring guests who are not members of Beth El. She said she planned to bring her mother-in-law, who is a meinber of Temple Israel.
Hadassah members meet in Omaha for conference About 60 members of Hadassah's Missouri Valley region (Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri and Iowa) met in Omaha last week for a three-day conference. The organization's national service chairman, Sophie Friedlander, spoke about Hadassah.'s medical prpjects in Israel, including Hadassah Hospital's two campuses and its medical dental and nursing schools. They're still the best in the Middle East," she said. "We treat people without regard to race, creed or color. We treat many, many Arabs, many of whom Come from other countries," she said. Mrs. Friedlander, who joined Hadassah 41 years ago, is also one of about 180 members on the organization's national board. She lives in Florida. While in Omaha, the women visited the Lied Jungle at Henry Doorly Zoo and listened to a presentation on American political affairs by ADL director Bob Wolfson.
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Jennifer Epstein will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah on May 7 and 8 at Beth El Synagogue. She is the daughter of Sharon and Howard Epstein. A seventh-grade honor. student at Beveridge Jr. High, Jennifer enjoys reading, piano, ^tennis and television. She has an older brother, Jason, and a younger sister, Emily. Jennifer Epstein Jennifer is the granddaughter of Marian and Ben Miller and Sam and Bosaline Epstein, all of Omaha.
Organizations ADULT SERVICES Single parents can meet each other and spend time with their children May 16 from 2 to 5 p.m. atMockingbird Lanes, 4870 S. 96 St. Three games of bowling will be followed by pizza. Cost is $6 for JCC members, $6.50 for non-members. For reservations, call Aimee Kirby (334-8200, extension 232) by May 12. Adults ages 30 and older will take a day trip to Casino Omaha in Onawa, Iowa, on May 23. A bus will leave from the JCC at 1:30 p.m. and return at 9 p.m. Cost is $15 for members, $18 for non-members; fee includes transportation, dinner and a goodie bag. For reservations, call Aimee Kirby by May 14. VISIONS On June 17, Visions will host a Royals baseball game and a barbecue brisket dinner at Rosenblatt Stadium and the stadium's View Club. Cost for both dinner and the game is $11. For reservations, call Harry Alloy (551-6871) by June 1, or mail a check to him at 5811 Nicholas St., Omaha, 68132. YES Next meeting is Monday at the JCC. "YES Talk," Bingo and English cl^ss all begin at 10:30 a.m. Other activities include installation of new officers, chairmen and volunteers and a special Mother's Day tribute. One-man band Wayne Miller wilt" perform. Afterward, the choral group will rehearse. For transportation, call 330-4272. WALK-IN DROP-IN Next meeting is Tliursday at tlie JCC. Exercise class and Bingo begin at 10:30 a.m. Bring a dairy sack lunch to eat at 11:45 a.m. At 12:15 p.m. "Movies and Popcorn" will feature "A League of their Own" in the Blumkin Home auditorium. For transportation, call 330-4272. JEMISH WAR VETERANS In attendance at the meeting April 18 were Quartermaster Nate Marcus, Sol Mann, Keith Peltz, Sam Rosenstein, Doc Margolin, Ben Magzamin, Jacque Dolgoff, Bill Pachman, Les Waxman, and Harry Paskowitz, who presided during the absence of Sam Kaplan. Thanks to Harry, who wrote down the meeting's minutes in my absence. Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance were led by Doc Margolin. Congratulatioru to Les Waxman for the more than 100 hours he has spent visiting patients at the Veterans' Hospital. Members of our post.saluted the flag a't the Yom Ha'atzmaut celebration Sunday at the JCC. Regulars at Vets for VAVS services are Sol Mann, Les Waxman, Harry Paskowitz and Sam Rosenstein.
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By Sadye Newman Spring was welcomed to the residents of the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home with a mini-concert sponsored by LOVE. The music of Melody Malec on the harp is a real treat. Melody has entertained us many times, and is always welcome. Oneg Shabbat was conducted by Hadassah with the singing of Maxine Noodell, accompanied on piano by Sheryl Lee. Mary Fellman, chairman, was assisted by Lola Reinglas, Sylvia Schwartz and Jean Epstein. A concert by Caintor Karen Webber-Gilat was sponsored by B'nai B'rith Women of Omaha, with Frieda Krizelman, president, and Pearl Kaplan, chairperson. The LOVE banquet was a huge success with "A Time for LOVE" by the awards of appreciation to volunteers and music by Lionel Wolberger and Tuffy Epstein. The residents are most grateful for the interest, concern and devotion of LOVE. ^^ ^^nAnlinA •^^••••••^ By Rachel Krieger, Omaha Temple Youth Group
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Jews traditionally celebrate Shavuot by staying up all night to study. To accommodate students of all ages, Beth Israel will amend its Shavuot schedule. On May 26, a dairy dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. The leam-in begins at 7:30 p.m. Services are at 8:30 p.m. llie leai^-in includes classes for adults and children. . Adult classes include "I am the Lprd Your God," taught by Rabbi Mark Urkowitz, "Three Days Before the Torah," taught by Cantor David Tauh, and "The Challenge of Marriage," taught by Cantor Leo Fettman. Cost for dinner is $8 for adults, $6 for children ages 5 to 12, and $4 for children 4 and under. Babysitting is available free of charge.
As usual, OTYG h^s been extremely busy with fun and interesting programs. On March 26, OTYG headed down to Fontenelle Forest for a nature hike. It was the perfect day to enjoy the outdoors. We had a great time hiking around the woods and seeing the wildlife. On April 23, about 22 OTYG'ers 1 went to MoVFTY Spring Conclave I in St. Louis. The theme of the weekend was "IVauble in the Homeland." We had many interesting programs on the Arab/Israeli conflict and issues surrounding it. It was a fantastic weekend. Since it was the last conclave of the year, it was a sad and emotional time for most people, especially the seniors. But before the tears could come, several very important things had to'take place. First was the General Assembly (GA). In GA, (>ach youth group is awarded various awards for programs they have done throughout the year. And of course OTYG walked away with quite A handful. Some of those awards were Best Yearlong Program', Best Scrapbook, and the Star Award for Tikun Olam. Another important event was the elections for the 1993-94 MoVTY board. We are proud to announce that our very own Steph DePorte is the new regional secretary! Congratulations! All in all, it was a memorable weekend for everyone, BRIADBRIAKIRS Speaker on Wednesday is Bob Nelson, a vice presi- and I'm sure we are all counting the days until the dent at Orace-Mayt^r. Mr. Nelson will discuss estate next conclave. ' Lliitraot. planning. B'nai B'rith Brea'dbreakera meets for lunch and discussion each Wednesday at noon at Regency West Best Western Cost is $7.50: the program is rtp<>n to the community.
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Torah for teens By Ben Gonsher
Of course you remembered that Sunday is Mother's Good Shabbos. This Day, didn't you? How could you help it — between the week's parsha is greeting card people and the florists, you'd have to live Emor, the third-to-last under.afScirta.raiss it. (larsha in Vayikra. In So what did Jyou buy your Mom? It used to be so it, many laws concerneasy: if Mom/was keeping a household running ing the Kohanim and smoothly, the small-appliance manufacturers always Levi'im (priests and had something new to sell. And naive sons and daugh- helpers) and Yom ters would buy the dam thing, even though most often Tovim (holidays) are Mom would put whatever it was on a shelf someplace given. One of them, and forget about it. Shabbos, is repeated When I think about it, I realize it only takes some several times. This maturity (and a few braiqs) before we learn that a Ut- may be because of its tle personal something is more welcome than an elec- importance. tric potato peeler. Shabbos is a time I've lost count of the slips, the blouses, the earrings, when we are given a the nylons, and who knows what else I've purchased. chance to become holy, Ben Gonsher It was always tough for me to select just the right gift, and if we do not take because MY Mom didn't get excited about the usual that opportunity, we suffer the sickness of assimilation things. And no amount of pleading for suggestions and secularization. ever helped either. I remember one year when the gift A parable, which helps us better understand the of a sewing machine to be used in her volunteer work "medicine" of Shabbos, is a man with many children, at the old Sher Home brought her more pleasure than each stricken with a highly-contagious and deadly disany jewels could have. ease. Their father was very concerned, and called for a That was the kind of thing she loved receiving...and doctor. The doctor arrived quickly, looked over each come to think about it, the "important" gifts we all child, prescribed a medication, and then left. gave her probably meant more to the giver. To this Some time later, the doctor was summoned again. day, it's a tough job to select just the right present. Of "What's the matter," he asked. "Didn't they take their course, she has developed a real weakness for choco- medicine?" late, which helps. "They did and recovered beautifully, but then fell into The young women who qualify for Mother's Day this a relapse and I don't know what to do!" year are a different breed. I guess answers to the ques"So give them more medicine," the doctor replied. tion, "What would you like?" could range from a laptop "But they refuse to take it." computer to an Hermes scarf or a Judith Leiber purse. "In that case, there is nothing more I can do. You I know some who would think a cleaning crew for the have the means to cure them in your own hands, but if house was a terrific g[ift! they do not want to use it, they will remain sick." Yeah...today's Moms are-a bit different, but just We, too, have a cure from-the burden and sickness of remember this one thing: Whether she's a mini-skirted work, and her name is Shabbos. She can cure deprescareer woman or racing to her yoga class, she's the sion and uplift souls. But, if she isn't used and properly glue that holds the family together. She's the one who observed, Uien nothing can be done. knows how to start the machine With the faulty Those who have the medicine in their grasp and do switch; she knows where you left your keys; she's the not use it are destined to stay spiritually sick. one who can find whatever's missing. And she's the Shabbat Shalom. one whose cool hand on the forehead can tell the temperature to a tenth of a degree. She takes a place to live and makes it a home, she takes a bunch of kids (and a Dad) and makes a family. She can read jour mind and know what you're doing By Bernie Mosow when you shouldn't. She's very special. I thought this article from the Iowa City newspaper Happy Mother's Day to your Mom and my Mom and rated inclusion in News and Views. It was sent to me all the rest! by Estelle Kominsky, the aunt referred to in it. 1 real^ ize it's too late for Passover '93, but the topic covered should engender enough lively discussion to keep it "on the front burner" for many'Pesachs to come. The article reads, "Reporter Mindy Mozer was surprised to find an orange on the Seder plate when she observed Passover with her family in Lincoln, Nebraska. "An aunt added the oi-ange after-reading an article in the April issue of Hadassah magazine. '"Seven years ago, Jewish scholar and feminist Susannah* Heschel got into an argument with a man Temple delivers tulips over whether women should be rabbis. The man told Rachel Kirihenbaum, 7, enjoys the ambience of tulip* In a Temple Israel claaaroom. The flower* were her, 'Women don't belong in the pulpit any more than delivered to ISB Jewish residents of nursing and an orange belongs on the Seder plate.' retirement homes by the Temple Israel Carlngf "Since then, Heschel has added.an orange to her Committee. Rachel Is the daughter of committee memSeder plate and encouraged Jews across the country to ber* PattI and Steve Kirshenbaum; other committee ••aber* are Dodi and Steve Redler, Carol Roffman, do the same. |lae Kuttner, Earl Kats, Mollle Delman, Role and "Women are rabbi in reform congregations, (such as Barnle Meyers, Allison Latenser, Phyllis Newman, the one) to which "Mozer's aunt belongs. But the other Judy Farber, Barbara Ripe and Barbara Frohman. Mozers (conservative) will have orangeson their Seder olates from now on, Mindy says." 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By Garth Wolkoff Jewish Bulletin of>iorthem California SAN FRANCISCO — By hiring its first Jewish president, Yale University may havfe succeeded in eradicating its historical reputation as anti-Semitic. Th6 ascension of San Franciscan Richard Levin stands as proof that one of the country's most prestigious and oldest universities has distanced itself from the anti-Jewish admission policies and cultural mors in the first part of the century. Being named to the presidency, "reflects what Yale is today," says Levin, 46, "which is a place where anyone can rise and succeed. I have never had a barrier in the 23 years I have been here." Although the first Jew graduated in 1809, Yale restricted Jewish enrollment from the early part of this century until the 1940s, according to a book about Jews and Yale, "Joining the Club," by Dan A. Oren. Alth(>ugh Levin is the first Jewish full-time president, Hanna Gray, now president of the University of Chicago, was acting president in 1977; that same year, the school offered the position to Jewish Harvard Professor Henry Rovosky, who turned it down. "The signifieance of (Levin becoming) president is that the issue is not an issue any longer," says Samuel Thier, president of the predominantly Jewish Brandeis University and chair of Yale's internal medicine department from 1975 to 1986. "It's a very clear measure of acceptance by the broader society. People ought to feel very good about it."^ There now are four Jewish presidents in eight Ivy League schools, the others being Michael I. Sovem at Columbia University, James O. Freedman at Dartmouth College, and Harold T. Shapiro at Princeton University. According to Yale Hillel director Rabbi James Ponet, approximately one-quarter of Yale's 10,000 graduate ' and undergraduate students are Jewish. And some 600 of the school's 2,000 faculty are Jewish. "Obviously, the academic world is populated by Jews," Levin says. "We have the tradition of learning and education, which is an admirable tradition."
China fuels Israel By Hugh Orgel TEL AVIV (JTA) — Fruits of the diplomatic relations between China and Israel arrived here as
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Books written by 34 authora from Omaha'a Jewish community form a new exhibit at the JCC. Sponsored by the Nebraska Jewish Historical Society, the exhibit includes authora who now live in Omaha and those whose roota are in Omaha. Archivist Susan Silver, pictured above, said the historical society is eager to add additional works to the exhibit For more inform mation, call 334-8200, ext. 277.
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