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Award established for exceptional effort By Morris Maline A new award program has been established to recognize those in the Jewish community who put forth exceptional effort to make Omaha "^he best of Jewish communities." The honor, entitled the President's Award, will be distribute;i at the meetings of the Board of Directors of the Jewish Federation of Omaha, and will be given to lay members of the community as well as Federation Agencies and departments. The first presentation wll take place Nov. 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the Jewish Community Center. Agency directors and professionals will be invited to participate. Honorees are as follows: The ADL/CRC and Jewish Cultural Arts Council for the Rescue of the Danish Jews exhibit and program; the Building and Grounds Committee and Mark Sanford for exceptional effort in the installation of the new air conditioning system at the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home. Also, The Foundation, the Jewish Press, David Goldstein, Paul Landow, and George Eisenberg for leading the Mark Epstein fund drive; Marcia Cohen and Zoe Riekes for leading the Women's Division Leadership Mission to Israel; Andi Kavich for leading the Lion of Judah Conference to Washington, D.C., and Jewish Family Service for its adoption conference. Jerry Slusky, Federation president, said he felt that some public recognition should be made of the many good things that happen in the Jewish community. "I would like to invite the community to attend all or part of the Board meeting and applaud the honorees,* Mr. Slusky said.
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Pitlor's to lead Family Mission to Israel By Barbara Chandler Federation Public Relations Director Marcia and Steve Pitlor and their children, Lisa, 14, David, 11 and Kim, 8, enjoy family vacations. Thanksgiving in Arizona, Colorado ski trips, and trips to New York, Canada and Hawaii are all listed by the children as past vacation spots. But this year, they are going on a very different family trip — they are leading a Family Mission to Israel from June 27 to July 6. And even though they are all seasoned travelers, everyone is very excited about this trip. Learning about Israel in Hebrew school, Lisa From left: Marcia, Kim, David, Steve and and David are well-prepared for the trip, and even Lisa Pitlor. Kim, in the third grade, has "learned a little about Israel." They know about some of the key sights find out that he will have a Bar Mitzvah at the that will be part of the mission itinerary — Wall, they say, "I wish I could come with you." Masada, the Dead Sea, the Golan Heights and the Kim added, "I tell my fHends at Hebrew School, Western Wall and Old City in Jerusalem. 'We're going to Israel in the summer. It would be "There are all different kinds of people living fun to have friends my age there. Maybe you could there," noted David, "including Asians, come, too." Yugoslavians and Ethiopians." The Family Mission is part of a national UJA Lisa, who had her Bat Mitzvah last year and is a Family Mission, so the Omaha participants will be frequent Torah reader at Shabbat services, is look- joined by families from all over the country. ing forward to "everything, especially making new Participants must be at least 7 years old, but this is friends!" an intergenerational mission for everyone. Marcia and Steve have been exploring the possi- Whether you're 7, 13, 16, 21, a parent or a grandbilities of a family trip to Israel for three years. parent, this mission is for you. "We've always wanted to go to Israel, but we Everyone in the Pitlor family agrees that this didn't want to leave the children for that long and mission to Israel will be a great experience. this is a great way for us to experience Israel as a Steve concluded, "If you're going to pick a trip to family," Marcia explained. go on this summer, this would be the one." Steve added, "Lisa's Bat Mitzvah last year and There will be Family M\^sion information sesDavid's Bar Mitzvah next year make this trip all sions on Sunday evening, January 23 and Monday the more inviting. They have a fresher knowledge evening, January 24. Space for this mission is limabout Judaism than we do." ited. The children have been encouraging their friends For more information, call the Pitlor's or Jan to come along. David said that when his fi-iends Perelman at the Federation office, 334-8200.
CLAL will close with a look at Israel and our destiny By Barbara Chandler Federation Public Relations Director
focus of the upcoming afternoon session, saying, "Our grown-up relationship with Israel' — that's what happens to American Zionism when the Prime Minister of Israel shakes the hand of Yassir Arafat' ' On Sunday evening, December 5 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., a second session will be held at the home of Max and Mick Sampson. The topic will be 'Designing our destiny.' Hosts are Sally and Jim Zipursky, Bonnie and Steve Levinger and Susie and Mike Norton. Previewing that session, Rabbit Hirschfield said, "There are all kinds of interesting stories floating around. If we get people to tell those stories, then we have a good resource for the future.' A CLAL breakfast will be held on Monday morning, December 6, for Federation agency and Jewish organisational leadership. lite topic will be "^e take care of our own — reexamining the needs.' Mrs. Fried noted that the Sunday souions are open to the community and it ii not necessary to have attended the earlier sessions in order to partidpato in and aiuoy the upcoming discusiioni. The Monday morning seiiion is for those who serve on Federation agency boards and on boards of Jewish organiiations in our community. There is no charge to attend any of the sessions, but rMarvations are neoassary and may be made by calling the Fadaratioo oflloa at 8S4-8200, ext 210. CLAL is being brought to Omaha through the Bttpp«lt of as uoajnMHS donor , the Murray H. and Sharae C, Nawman Foundation, the Herbert Ooldfton Trust and the Jewish Federation of
Sandi Fried, CLAL chairman, announced that Regina Stain will lead the December sessions that will complete Omaha's CLAL program. Ml. Stein, who is working on a doctorate in Jewish history at the Jewish Theological Seminary, taught Bible and Jewish history at the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies in Regina Stein Jeruislem for six yeari. She has taught Jewish history courses at the Jewish Theological Seminary Summer Institute, the Hebrew Union College Graduate School of EduoiUon, and other Jewish communal setlings. Following a year as a Faculty Intsm at CLAL Aindsd by the Wexner Heritage Foundation, Ms, Suin was • Teaching Fellow at CLAL and is currently a CLAL Associate, lltnM CLAL sessions will be held in Deosmber, llie first will be on 8und«y, Deeaaibn' 5 tttm S.-00 to 5:00 p,m. at the hone of Sandy and Paul 'ia HM topic will be'X)ur'grown-up'relatkman^ irith IBTMI.* HOSU an Joya and Stavs Wses, Gloria and Howard Kaslow and Pam and Brucs frtMilander. Rabbi Brad Hlrshflald, who wai tha CLAL scholar (i»r the Novaoibtr Mutau, imeribtA the Onuba.
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Leadership Conference By Jeff Epstein, Omaha delegation chairman Two years ago, I wrote an article for the Jewish Press concerning my experience at the UJA Young Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. It is an event that everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. Now, two years later, young adults ages 22 to 35, living in the Omaha Jewish community, have that opportunity again. The conference will take place March 20 to 22 at the Washington Hilton. There will be seminars that cover every facet of Jewish life, speakers such as Yitxchak Rabin, and enough night life to provide something for eveiyone, single or married. On Saturday, March 19, thsre is a scheduled tour of the Holocaust Museum, which you won't want to miss, and on Tuesday, March 22, the Nebraska delegation will descend on Capitol Hill to meet our Congressmen and Senators. For more information, call mo at 4S3-9300 (a.m.), 392''il007 (p.m.) or 8»S>Mftl (•vaningi). or Jan Perelman at the Federation office, 334-8300. Space is limited M call one of us today!
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Are you planning a trip to go snorkeling, climb rocks, shop, eat, explore historical ruins, visit museums, find your roots and be culturally stimulated? Go to Israel, a country that has it all You can speak English there and even spend American dollars. Everyoneis Jewish andproud of it. History lessons come alive and when you watch CNN, youll know exactly what the scenes mean. And praying at the Wall will truly be a highlight of your entire life. Give Israel a chance. Do it all on a UJA mission. You and your family deserve it!
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By Harry Paskowitz The Young Energetic Seniors had the following programs for October: The YES group had a Jewish New Year Party at the J with 150 in attendance. Motzi by Hilde Gottlieb and blessing by Sam Kaplan. Art Grossman won the beautiful afghan, made and donated by Sophie Kahn, which was raffled off. A happy 85th birthday ovation was given for Dr. Milton Margolin. Cantor David Taub and Marge Nearenberg provided the program with Hebrew and Jewish songs. Reva Oruch and Fanny Gummers were in charge of reservations and seating. Servers were Cantor Taub, Ben Rifkin, Harry Alloy and others. Leader Amy Potash, all volunteers and the audience made it gala! Omaha International Folk Dancers, Jennifer Forbes and David Nichols, gave a demonstration of ethnic folk dances. Art Woods played the banjo, accordion and drums and sang country and old pop tunes. A program was held with the pre-schoolers, 'Brown Bagin' with Bubbe and Zaydee. Susie Drazen spoke of her recent trip to Israel with husband, Rabbi Paul Drazen. They spent seven days in Jerusalem. She interspersed her talk with singing some of the songs she heard in Israel. We saw two VCR tapes, "How to Make Bagels,' and "How to Make Gefilte Fish.
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Security National Bank of Omaha will open its fourth Omaha location at 52nd and Center St. The full-service branch is currently undei- construction and is scheduled to open in mid January.
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Marilyn Konigsberg. (left) and Janie Murow, I the "M" and "J", respectively, of MJ Java, have opened the first of what they plan will be many I retail operations — in I the Northwest corner of I the Landmark Place building at 13th andl Farnum Streets. Thej 2,150 square foot restaurant is offering lattes, cappucinos, espressos, pastries plus whole and ground coffee beans. The firm plans to expand with mobile coffee carts and mail order catalog service. Their new coffee roaster is one of the few commerical coffee roasters in the state, they pointed out.
Rachel Shukert, daughter of Aveva and Marty Shukert, had the female lead part in the annual musical "All American." The event was Nov. 17 and 18 at Lewis and Clark Junior High School.
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FAYE M. GOLDWARE A memorial service for Faye M. Goldware will take place Nov. 21 at 1 p.m. at Temple Israel. Ms. Goldware, 78, died Oct. 15 at her residence in Beatrice, Neb. She was graduated from Central High School in 1932 and earned a bachelor of arts degree from Creighton University in 1937. She taught in New York City before joining the Women's Army Corps during World War II, serving in Europe until VE day. She continued her studies at Columbia University concentrating on Russian, mathematics and computer science. She retired to Omaha in the late "508 to care for her parents, Samuel and Ethel, and after their deaths served as professor of mathematics at John J. Pershing college in Beatrice. Ms. Goldware is survived by her brother, Joseph S. of Omaha, a nephew and niece. Memorials may be made in her memory to the Singles Fund at Temple Israel.
HELEN RIEKES BEBER Services for Helen Riekes Beber of Chicago, formerly of Omaha, were held Wednesday at Beth El Cemetery. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sam. Survivors include a son, Harley; daughters. Dr. Jane (Floyd) Abramson and Joan Beber Katleman; brothers. Max Riekes and Henry Riekes; a sister, Ethel Klutznick, and eight grandchildren. Mrs. Beber was very active in Beth El Synagogue, where she directed a choir. She was also involved with the B'nai B'rith Beber Camp in Southern Wisconsin, named for her husband, who was the founder of the AZA youth movement. Even though Mrs. Beber left Omaha in the early '508, her continuing interest in and support of the Jewish community was evidenced by her gifts to the Jewish Community Center and the Rose Blumkin Home. Memorials may be sent to B'nai B'rith Beber Camp, 1901 Raymond Dr., Suite 15, Northbrook, III. 60062, or the Alzheimer's Association.
SAMKATELMAN Services for Sam Katelman, 96, were held Wednesday at Cutler Chapel. Rabbi Aryeh Azriel of Temple Israel officiaUd, Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery, Council Bluffs. Mr. Katelman was a longtime resident of Council Bluffs and active in real estate.
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BENE.KASLOW Services for Ben E. Kaslow, retired lawyer and a Jewish community leader, took place Nov. 14 at Beth El Cemetery. Mr. Kaslow, 86, died Nov. 11 in Laguna Hills, Calif., where he resided since 1991. Mr, Kaslow is survived by his wife, Evelyn of Laguna Hills; sons, Howard J.of Omaha and Richard A. of Chevy Chase, Md., and five grartdchildren. Before moving to California, Mr. Kaslow retired from the law firm of Abrahams, Kaslow & Cassman, which he had founded with Milton Abrahams in 1944. They were joined in 1956 by Frederick S. Cassman, who still practices. A native of Omaha, Mr. Kaslow earned a bachelor's degree in 1929 from Creighton University and graduated from Creighton Law School in 1931. He headed the Omaha Hebrew Club in 1934, B'nai B'rith in 1935, Zionist Organization of America in Omaha in 1942 and Beth El Synagogue in 1954. Mr. Kaslow also served the Jewish Federation of Omaha.
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Synagogues Candlelii^tinK: 4:43 p jn. BETH ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE 1502 No. 52nd Street Omaha, NE 68104 656-6288 Oflfice hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; FViday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Services are conducted by Rabbi Joseph Friedman. " FRIDAY: Kabbalat Shabbat service is at 4:40 p.m. SATURDAY: Morning service is at 8:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary and Goldstein Chapel. Study Talmud with Rabbi Friedman at 3:40 p.m. Mincha is at 4:40 p.m. Shalosh Seudos, Ma'ariv and Havdolah conclude the services. Babysitter service is provided by Sisterhood, who also sponsors this week's Kiddush. SUNDAY: Service is at 9 a.m. Breakfast and a study session follows in the Beis Midrash, with Rabbi Friedman. Services at 7 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. Thanksgiving Father/Son (Grandfathers too) Minyan at 9 a.m., followed by breakfast. Please make reservations with the office. Shabbat Dinner Friday, Nov. 26. Call the synagogue for reservations.
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FRIDAY: Shabbat service is at 8:15 p.m. Rabbi Azriel, Rabbi Fink and Jeff Taxman will officiate. Rabbi Azriel will speak. The Oneg Shabl]at is sponsored by Mary Lou and Arthur NVplker in. honor of the Bat Mitzvah of NIkki Romanik. SATURDAY: Shabbat morning service is at 11:15 a.m. Simcha B'Shabbat —' An alternative Torah Study Service will take place in the chapel. The regular Shabbat service will be held in the sanctuary. Sitter Service Sitter service is available each Shabbat evening service and the Saturday morning Shabbat service when there is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Please make a reservation so we may plan accordingly. There are no facilities for infants. "Shabbat comet to you" Rabbi Azriel, Rabbi Fink and the Temple Youth Group will lead the Shabbat service Friday at 2 p.m. at the Blumkin Home. ' Adult Education Introduction to Judaism class Tuesday from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Bat Mitzvah Nikki Jo Romanik, daughter of Susie and Marc Romanik, will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah at the Shabbat morning service Saturday. "TOW" Torah on Wheels (TOW) is Tuesday from 12 to 1:16 p.m. at Slosburg Co., 10040 Regency Circle. Hosts are David and Richard Slosburg. Reservations are required. Call the Temple office at 5S6-6636. B'NAIJESHURUN 20th and South Streets Lincoln, NE 88602 485-M04 Services are officiatad by Cantor Michael Weister. FRIDAY: Shabbat evening aervice at 7:45 p.m. SATURDAY: Torah study and oervica at 10:30 a.m. SUNDAY: Hebrew school at 9 a.m.; Raligioui Khool at 10 a.m. TUESDAY: Adult oducation ciaiioi at 7;3U p.m. THURSDAY; Choir practic* at 7:30 p.m.
BETH EL SYNAGOGUE 14506 California Omaha, NE 68154 492-8650 Office Hours: Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Services are conducted by Rabbi Paul Drazen and Cantor Emil Berkovits. FRIDAY: Services are at 6 p.m. SATURDAY: Services are at 9:30 a.m. Kiddush following services. Sitter service starts at 10 a.m. TSS (Torah and Siddur Skills) meets at 10 a.m. Shabbat story time is the first and third Saturday at 11 a.m.-ICtantan (children ages 6-9) is at 11 a.m. Minha-Ma'ariv and Havdalah services at 4:50 p.m. Weekly Torah study, an English discussion of the Torah portion with modern commentaries, meets 30 minutes after services. SUNDAY: Services are at 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. WEEKDAYS: Services are at 6:55 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Judaica Shop Open Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to noon, and by appointment. Lunch 'n Learn Lunch 'n Learn with the Rabbi will, not meet Thursday (Thanksgiving) but will continue on Dec. 2 at Beth El. Call the office by 10 a.m. Thursday to reserve your place. B'nai Mitzvah Gila Drazen, daughter of Rabbi Paul and Susie Drazen, will become a Bat Mitzvah on Friday evening and Saturday morning. David Rennard, son of Stephen and Barbara Rennard, will become a Bar Mitzvah on Friday evening, Nov. 26, and Saturday morning, Nov. 27. Interfaith Service Interfaith Thanksgiving service with the congregation of St. Andrew's United Methodist Church is Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., at Beth El. "Admission" is a can of food for the Omaha Area Food Bank. Women's League Hanukkah Craft Night Women's League will sponsor a Hanukkah craft night Tuesday, Nov. 30. Dinner at 6:45 p.m., class at 7:30 p.m. RSVP to Joye Wees, 498-0812. Guests are welcome.
B'NAI ISRAEL 618 Mynster Street Council Bluffs, Iowa 51603 322-4705 . Rabbi Sheryl Shulewitz is the spiritual leader. For information on any synagogue activities, call 322-4706. FRIDAY: Family and children's Shabbat services at 7:30 p.m. Religious School families and others with young children are especially invited. SUNDAY: Religious School at Westside Community Education Center, 3534 S. 108th St., Omaha. "Exploring Judaism" coarse from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. FRIDAY, Nov. 26: Shabbat services at 7:30 p.m. SUNDAY, Nov. 28: NO Religious School.
ROSE BLUMKIN JEWISH HOME SATURDAY: Services are held in the Goldsten Chapel at 9 a.m. Membart of the community are invited to join residents for the isrvice and the kiddush following. Special memorial (srvieei are held on the last Saturday of each month.
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CHABAD HOUSE 1322 So. 119th Street Omaha, NE 68144 697-1124 SATURDAY: Davening is at 9:30 a.m., followed by Kiddush. SUNDAY: Davening is at 9:30 a.m. Talmud Classes Talmud class, 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. Advanced Talmud, 12 p.m. Thursday. Chumash Class Chumash class for adults, 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Yiddish "Hooked on Yiddish" lessons, Wednesdays at 7 p,m. at Chabad House. English Class "Think Jewish and speak English" classes on •Tewish topics for new Americans, Tuesdays and 1. ursdays at 10:30 a.m. at Chabad House.
Sparks from the Word By Rabbi Myer S. Kripke Jews: on Jews and Judaism Parashat VaYetze Now and again one or another compiler will publish a paper or book with complimentary remarks on Jews and Judaism written or spoken by Gentiles. One of the first I remember over the years was a remark by Tolstoy, that just as Prometheus brought fire from heaven for man, so the Jew was the Titan who snatched the heavenly fire of morality and religion from heaven, for the good of mankind. Jews have not been slow to see themselves in that capacity. The Bible is full of that idea: Jews have acquired Torah not for themselves alone, but to be teachers of it for all mankind. Here is a sample: Deutero-Isaiah (Isaiah 49:6) declares to despondent exiles in Babylonia, "I will also make you a light of nations, that My salvation may reach to the ends of the earth.' Being a light to the nations implies both physical, material well-being and spiritual strength. Your role is essential! Be not despondent! Do you remember the midrashic reply to the question. Why was the Torah given at Sinai, in the wilderness? Why not Jerusalem? The Torah was given in the wilderness, in no-man's land, to indicate that it belongs to no man alone, but to every man! Israel, who received it, must make it available to all mankind, to all nations and peoples. A modern interpreter — a midrashist! — has added another. In our Sidrah, as Jacob flees from the anger of his brother Esau, the Lord speaks to him in his dream. "All the families of the earth shall bless themselves by you and your descendants . . . Your descendants shall be as the dust of the earth." (Genesis 28:14). Rabbi Jacob Zvi Mecklenburg (of Koenigsburg, Germany, 19th century) offered commentary on the use of "zero" ("seed") for "descendants." Just as the dust of the earth produces food to sustain the body, so too, he suggested, Jacob's "seed" (descendants), would produce those spiritual insights that would sustain the hearts and souls of mankind. At one time, one branch of American Judaism eagerly maintained that the diaspora of Jews, their settlement in many, many different parts of the world, was divinely ordained, so that Judaism might lead the world to a f\iller understanding of God and of man's role in the world. Jews of our time who look openly at the foundations of Judaism and the central bsliefs of other faiths as well, are not so rash at to maintain that in Judaism is the only truth. But we are not slow to point out the major influence of Judaism on Chriitlanlty and lilam, and to point out that Judaiim'i lober view of life hat much ttlll to r•Cl^m<• mend to mankind.
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Beth Israel will host a Shabbat dinner on FViday night, Nov. 26. Mincha and Kaballat Shabbat serBy Morris Maline vices start at 4:30 p.m. Friday evening services and the dinner start at 6 p.m. Jean Marshall is chairman for the event, devoted My father-in-law, (may he rest in peace) used to to vacationing and local college students. Bob express amazement at the number of people who ' Wolfson, director of ADL-CRC will discuss "AntiSemitism oh the College Campus," and Rabbi made a living in this colintry. >yhenever he traveled and visited communities Joseph Friedman will deliver a d'var Torah aimed across this land, his first comment would be: "And at helping students solve the dilemmas encountered when they're away at college. all these people are making a living?" Cost is $8.50 for adults, $6.50 for children ages I can only think that were he alive today, his two through 12, and free for children under age amazement would prove to be prophetic. Jobs appear to be diminishing at a rapid rate. two, and is open to all members of the Jewish comNewspapers and television commentators scream munity. For information and reservations, call Beth at us daily announcing that this company is laying off 50,000 and that company is restructuring, Israel Synagogue at 556-6288. encouraging early retirement and widespread cutbacks in jobs. And so it continues, without letup. The great employment opportunities that we have enjoyed for many years is now caving in. Technology, global competition, low corporate profits, worldwide recession — all are contributing to the dramatic changes in the workplace. So, what do we do about it? While the government looks to small business as the great job creator, and labor looks to the restoration of the manufacturing segment, little is being done to recognize the many areas of neglect — the many areas of opportunity for job creation. Let's focus on one specific area for the purpose of this short editorial: two parents working. Two parents are working today, primarily for economic reasons. Wouldn't we be better off if one parent made enough to allow the other parent to take charge of the children?
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Beth El Synagogue and St. Andrew's Church will join together to give thanks during their first Interfaith Thanksgiving Eve service at Beth El on Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m. The event is scheduled to last an hour and will include the Beth El Choir, St. Andrews Choir, Rabbi Drazen, Cantor Berkovits and Rev. Albert Winesman, according to Rabbi Drazen. The service is an opportunity to invite friends of other faiths to synagogue and >)vill primarily be conducted in English. St. Andrew's United Methodist Church is a new congregation which first held services in 1991 and already has over 300 members. It is being constructed at 150th and Maple St. "Admission" is a can of food for the Omaha Area Food Bank and is open to the public.
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With parental support and supervision, 1 would suggest that children would not be carrying guns to school, nor would they be accosting their teachers. With one parent out of the workplace, millions of jobs would be available for those being forced into unemployment. There are many other needs to be filled: increased attention to social needs with more job opportunities for social workers; establishment of youth organizations like the Civilian Conservation Corps to protect and enhance the environment; professionals to work with prisoners and with those not yet in prison; expand opportunities for those with language skills to serve the diplomatic needs of the nation; etc. The list can expand easily, but the point is that we are looking in the wrong directions for job growth. Wouldn't it be nice if my father-in-law could look down at America and say again: "And all these people are making a living?"
Letter to the Editor To the Editor: I am working on a historical research project on Rabbi Frederick Cohn, Temple Israel's Rabbi from 1904-40, as part of my graduate studies at U.N.O. I am new to the area and am looking for any long time residents who might have memories of Dr. Cohn and might be willing to share their thoughts with me as part of my research.
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The Friedel Notebook By Michele J. Riojas Director, Friedel Jewish Academy Enrichment and hands-on learning are central to the educational process at Friedel Jewish Academy. In the past several weeks we have been utilizing these methods in extremely productive ways. Spirited Learning One outstanding example is our "Ruach Day," which; took place Nov. 16. On this "Spirit Day," we spoke Hebrew extensively and explored Shabbat as an overall theme.. The students attended workshops, watched videos, saw a skit, engaged in discussions, and pursued other activities—all within a framework of fun and team participation. It was an exciting day! Afterward, the students solidified what they had learned by reviewing the Hebrew and expressing themselves through expository writing and art. We are already making plans to repeat a themeoriented Ruach Day in the near future. The Cultural Arts Recent experiences with the cultural arts have enhanced classroom learning. Our entire student body heard acclaimed storyteller Roslyn Bresnick Perry. Mrs. Perry, a New Yorker, shared the story of her own immigration from Russia, which is recorded in her book, Leaving for America. Our students took a field trip to the Civic Auditorium to attend a delightful performance of "Charlotte's Web" by the Living Arts for Children touring company. They are now prepared to study
LOVE Notes By Sadye Newman November was welcomed with an Oneg Shabbat, sponsored by Hadassah. Entertainment was a concert by Stan Widman, accompanied by Harold Zabin. A tea followed, assisted by Mary Fellman, Frances Kimmel, Ann Belmont and Lola Reinglas, in honor of Rose Einstein's birthday. A Family Night Dinner was held, with entertainment by the Blumkin Singers and a LOVE miniconcert by the Len Eby Quartet. Ross Andrews, a 10-year-old pianist, and the HOME TOWNERS, a senior citizen group from Council Bluffs, entertained the residents. Thanks to Irving and Ida Forbes, who donated a food processor in memory of Ethel Bleiweiss.
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Scott Katzman, son ofiMerrylee and Skip Katzman, will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah on Dec. 4 at Beth El Synagogue. A seventh-grade honor student at Kiewit Middle School, he enjoys basketball, tennis and spending time with his friends.
Ourselves and Others Over the past several weeks, our students have enjoyed opportunities to enrich others while reapHe is a member of the Gladiator basketball ing benefits themselves. Such was the result of team. three recent visits to the JCC's Child Development Scott has a brother, Andy, , Center. Grandparents are Phyllis Crandell and Mickey Last month our 4th, 5th, and 6th Graders Katzman.. learned stories in language arts and made puzzles and bookmarks in art. When they visited the JCC, they did an excellent job reading to the preschoolr ers, and they presented each child a hand-made gift. This month, our Grades 2-3 and our Kindergarten-Grade 1 classes learned songs, stories, and dances for their own presentations to the SwJau l\louetvber 21 JCC preschoolers. *" llam-bpm The special activities of the past two months have been meaningful to students and faculty alike. Rockbrook Villsge lOaih I Ctnlir I have watched each student come away with some393-3534 thing of value, and I have seen that each student's participation gives something of value back to the rest of us. That, I think, is one of the greatest enrichments of all.
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By Morris Maline Seven Omaha teenagers are continuing their Beginning in January, 1994, the Jewish Cominunity Center of Omaha will offer, for the first study of Torah by reaching out and touching a TWO CONVENIENT OMAHA LOCATIONS time, the Derekh Torah program developed by the study partner — long distance by telephone. 2104 MiLTTAKY AVENUE • 6201 CENTCR STREET The teenagers, Bork Davidson, Jacob Katzman, 92nd Street YM-YWHA in New York City. (402)553-3200 (402)551-7346 Replication of this program was made possible by a Jeff Katzman, Melissa Katzman,,Lauren Paley, grant from the Nathan Cummings Foundation to Nikki Paley, and David Shrago, are dialing their the Jewish Community Centers Association of study partners (chavrusa) in Baltimore, Md. According to an article in the Baltimore ^ FULL TIME APART TIME ^ North America and the 92nd Street Y. sD The grant enabled selected JCC professionals Jewish Times, the concept started with Moshe OFFICE CLEANING JOBS from around the continent to attend a training sem- Markowitz, a 20-year-old student at Ner Israel who i Vacation... Retirement Plan inar in New York in July, 1993, cosponsored by the began studying with a friend in Kansas City last l November. 8 92nd Street Y and the JCC Association. 8 Mr. Markowitz, who studies with Zac Gonsher,' Omaha & Lincoln Among those participating was Beth Seldin O 8 Meiro Areas Dotan, Cultural Arts Director of the Jewish has matched more than 20 chavrusa with partners Community Center of Omaha. The seminar pre- and now finds himself at the center of a growing • EJSK'V'KOKI OORJP. B pared her to offer the program for the first time in network of study partners. D a OMAHA: 407 SOUTH 27TH AVENUE Zac calls Mrs. Markowitz on Tuesday and the Omaha area. a LINCOLN: 3809 ADAMS STREET Ms. Dotan explains that, "Derekh=<rbrah, a Thursday evenings reaching him at a pay telephone imaaaaiiiiai3ai3iiimaauauMaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaauiai3Maam.-g unique program that has been extraordinarily suc- near Ner Israel Beit HaMedrash and they generally , cessful at the 92nd Street Y in New York City, talk for about 30 minutes. Zac reads the Hebrew, offers the English translaoffers participants a sophisticated and challenging introduction to Judaism, an opportunity to explore tion and then replies to Mr. Markowitz' questions CLOmiNC COMPANY often checking the commentaries in the process. Judaism and define its place in their lives. Derekh Torah is for Jews who seek a deeper con- Before ending the conversation, they discuss the nection to their heritage, and for non-Jews who are next assignment. considering conversion or who wish to understand 20% Off Zac's brothers, Ben and Josh, also have found it more fully while remaining in their own faiths." chavTusas through the efforts of Mr. Markowtiz. Entire Stock Derekh Torah is a 20-week program. Classes of Their study partner is Zev Lesnik, a native of Long approximately 15 students study and discuss Island, New York, who also is a student at Ner Fri. - Sat. Jewish history, theology, and the meaning and Israel! 7S37 Pacific Street • Omaha. NE 68144 • (402) 392-1292 _J practice of Jewish living. Rabbi Alan CJonsher, father of thfe Gonsher boys, ASK FOR... Topics include ethics, the Sabbath and holidays, was quoted in the article as saying: "At my Shabbat prayer, dietary laws, life-cycle events, the Jewish table, I have to really be prepared. If I'm not, you TONI ROSEN people, Israel, and many other subjects. Classes can be sure my kids will ask Moshe or the other UULTIULUON DOLLAR CAKER SALa meet one evening per week for two hours, in private chavTusas." oven TEM YEARS EXPCRIOKe Another parent, Susan Paley, pointed out in the homes. article that the efforts of the chavrusas fill a gap To Buy or Build Rabbi Laura Rappaport will instruct the class overlooked by national Jewish organizations. and will remain with the group throughout the proYour Dream Home "We feel that the East Coast has written us off," gram. Sessions are supplemented with a Shabbat meal, fostering the formation of a sense of commu- adding that the chavrusas will motivate the chilRes: 334-7257 dren to go higher levels and build up the communinity among participants. •AL mmrm co. Bus: 330-3500 ty. It's the incipient beginnings of what we hope Rabbi Laura Rappaport is a graduate of the with be a thriving Shomer Shabbat (Sabbath obserUniversity of Pennsylvania and an ordainee of the vant community in Omaha." Hebrew Union College in Cincinnati. Prior to movIn a query about the telephone bills, Mrs. Paley ing to Omaha, she served two congregations in the replied, "The cost of the phone call is irrelevant Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. She has been doing compared to the learnirig the kids receive. We're part-time rabbinic work at Temple Israel since talking about a child's Jewish neshamah (soul). To Yours September, 1992. What difference does the price make?" Students are encouraged to discuss their own backgrounds and concerns, ahd Rabbi Rappaport will be available to meet privately with those conThe Union of American Hebrew Congregation's fronting questions of religious identity^ Spring Regional Conclave is scheduled to be held in For those enrolling in Derekh Torah within the Omaha April 29-May 1, according to Mike Milder context of a relationship, it is strongly recommend- II, co-chairman. ed that both partners participate in the program. The conclave is for Jewish singles age 30 and An informal interview with Beth Seldin Dotan is over and will include 11 other states. requested prior to enrollment. Headquarters will be at the Marriott Hotel, with a round table discussion, hospitality room and To register for the Derekh Torah program, or for morning buffet breakfasts. more information, contact Beth Seldin Dotan, An open forum is planned for Tuesday, Nov. 23, Cultural Arts Director, Jewish Community Center 7 p.m., at Temple Israel, 7023 Cass St. of Omaha, 333 S. 132nd Street, 334-8200, x272. The event will also include a Shabbot dinner and services at Temple Israel, a Saturday dinner dance and a visit to the Lied Jungle. Mr. Milder encourages all who want more information and those willing to serve on committees to a successful Independent attend the meeting. active retirement living •*• •a
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Author to discuss 'Hidden Children' ^^^ Diane Axler Baum, Book Fair Publicity Award-winning writer "•'^' She received the National Easter Seal Society's Jane Marks will discuss Communication Award for outstanding media covher new book, The erage in 1986 and a first-place Clarion Award in Hidden Children: The 1991. Secret Survivors of the According to Ms. Marks, her deep interest in the Holocaust, at the Jewish former hidden children began in 199Q when an Book Fair Community assignment from New York magazine called for Luncheon, Wednesday, interviews with numerous secret survivors. The folDec. 1, at noon, at the lowing year she convened in New York with 1,600 JCC. Sandy Passer and wph from around the world. Jane Rips are co-chairShe li8ten6d,^o panel discussions on such submen. u' 1 jects as "The Psy^logical Impact of Being Hidden In The Hidden as a Child" and "What Motivated the Rescuers?"; Children, Ms. Marks attended a tribute to rescuers; and participated in recounts the true stories of 23 Jewish children who workshops on "Who Am I—Catholic or Jew?," and survived Nazi tyranny by living dangerous, secret "Where Was God?" She then continued with her lives—often by hiding for years in convents, attics, interviews. sewers, or forests. In the introduction to her book, Ms. Marks The book then follows these survivors beyond writes, "It has been my privilege to listen, to be the their painful wartime experiences to tell of their keeper of these stories, and now to present them to ongoing struggle to heal emotionally. the world as a real document of what happened to "We know this author's new perspective on the children fifty years ago—and a solemn reminder of Holocaust will prove meaningful to men as well as what could all too easily happen again if we allow women," said Mrs. Passer. it." "We hope her presentation will demonstrate that The annual Book Fair luncheon is cosponsored the annual Community Luncheon is truly for the by the Jewish Federation Libary and Omaha's entire community—no longer for women only." women's organizations. Ms. Marks, a free-lance writer who specializes in Reservations are required and may be made by problems of children and families, writes the calling the library at 334-8200. Cost is $7., Sitter monthly family-therapy column, "Our Problem," in service will be available. Parents magazine. She has authored three nonficThe Annual Jewish Book Fair, which features a tion books for teens and hundreds of articles for sale of hundreds of new books for adults and chilmajor magazines. dren, will continue at the JCC through Dec. 12,
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Lion of Judah Conference includes historic events
Outside the conference hotel: (fliwm left) Ruth Erman, Maxine Kirshenbaum, Joodi Veitzer, Andi Kavich, Nancy Noddle and Darlynn Fellman.
Middle East panel members: (from left) Dr. Steven Speigel, Professor of Political Science, UCLA; Dr. Nabl Sha'ath, PLO Delegate in Cairo, and Marshall Breger, Senior Fellow, The Heritage Foundation.
Omaha's delegation: (standing, from left) Ruth Erman, Jan Perelman, Anne Broder; (seated) Darlynn Fellman, Joodi Veitzer, Sharon Kooper, Gigi Osten, Beverly Seldin, Andi Kavich and Margie Alperson. Not pictured: Bobbi Epstein, Nancy Noddle and Maxine Kirshenbaum.
women gave him a standing ovation. And who would ever imagine that a PLO delegate from the peace talks would be included in our Middle The first National Women's Division Lion of Eastern Plenary session. Just six weeks ago, such Judah Conference was held in Washington, D.C. events would not have been considered. from October 4 through 6. Fourteen Omaha Women The conference keynote speaker was Miriam attended this event. Wright Edleman. Her message was that we all can The conference brought together 1,100 women make a difference; that as women we are empowfrom 42 states, Canada and Mexico. They came ered to make our world a better place. This was from ail walks of life, from ages forty to eighty-five. reinforced when we met that day with all seven Despite their diversity, they all shared a commit- womenU.S. Senators. Their agendas and political ment to Jewish life, Jewish communal service and philosophies were diverse, but they shared a comIsrael. Needless to say, it was an impressive gath- mon thread: their womanhood. Senator Nancy ering. Kassabaum of Kansas reminded us of how unusual It was significant that the Lion of Judah it was for all seven of them, who often sit on oppoConference met just days after the signing of the site sides of the issues, to appear together. But she Israeli • Palestinian Peace accord. This historic said the opportunity to address 1,100 committed turn of events created new optimism for peace in women was just too exciting to pass up. Their pasthe Middle East. Rabbi Brian Lurie, Executive sion for public service and their grasp of the issues Vice-President of UJA, spoke about what a "trans- made that evening a memorable one, indeed. forming event" the signing was, that "it has lifted For many women attending this conference, the us above our time." His words ran true when opportunity to visit the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan made an unex- Museum was the highlight. Even though many of pected appearance at the gathering, and 1,100 us felt we needed more time to view the exhibits,
the emotional impact of the museum was overwhelming. Later, we listened as Michael Berenbaum, the project director for the museum, told us that 40 per cent of the visitors are nonJewish and that the average visit to the Holocaust Museum is three hours, whereas the average visit to a Washington, D.C, museum is 45 minutes. These numbers can reassure us that more of the American public will be sensitized about the Holocaust and that they will join the American Jewish Community in never letting anyone forget that it happened. The conference closed with words from Senator Joseph Leiberman. He reiterated many of the themes present throughout the conference: that we share a feeling of obligation to better the world, that we are a spirit of purpose and that it is the quality of our deeds that counts. The group of women signed pledges totaling over twelve million dollars. I am convinced that Jewish women are a courageous bunch who are committed to the survival of our religion and its traditions. How exciting is was to see this process in action.
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Yom Kippur services were scheduled to "begin at 10 a.m. and end at noon. They were to resume at 4 p.m. and finish at sunset.* Cantor Fettman explained that he would begin at 7 a.m., as was his custom, and invited any who were interested tx> join him at the early hour. Some did accept the offer. He reports "about 10 people came at 7 a.m."
Bert's Eye View By Bert Lewis
The Fettmans in Hawaii Everybody knows something about Hawaii, cur 50th state. We know about the wonderful pineapples grown there, the sugar cane and the coffee crop. The exotic flowers help make this a tropical paradise. But what do we know about the people? Let me tel^Hbu'f^at Cantor Leo and Annette Fettman lea^pd about one small group of folks they met while vacationing on the big island, in a place called Kona. They discovered that while Kona boasted some 400 Jewish families, only about 40 of that number were members of Kona Beth Shalom, They were a congregation, but without a synagogue or rabbi. They couldn't afford either, but they were connected with an apparent wish (or need) to their religion. To shorten a long story, the Fettmans net the Jews of Kona and each must have impressed the other, because the visitors were invited to come back and conduct the Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services on the island. That's the beginning of an inspiring and wonderful story. Cantor Fettman relates the experience with a mixture of humor, joy, wonder and gratitude. He says the rules were "observe one day of Rosh Hashanah with a brief service." The prayer books were those used by the last leadership, which happened to have been Reform. Not easily discouraged, the Cantor combined the services of the available books with his own Orthodox teachings and all went smoothly. In fact, this group had never heard a Chazzan before; he says the first night's service became a Cantorial. This was the first of many unique events introduced by the Cantor. Following tradition, he held Tashlikh ceremonies, the rite in which Jews symbolically cast their sins into the waters of the river. In Kona, the Cantor led his little group to the Pacific Ocean, where he recited the relevant prayers. Definitely a first in the area!
Exteiided invitations He also invited the assembled group to remain during the afternoon recess for discussions on whatever subjects came up. Many stayed and the talk ranged from the Holocaust to the different branches of Judaism. Listening to Leo Fettman describe the responses from these people was to realize the great interest they had to hear more and more. They accepted, with enthusiasm, everything he brought to them, including one special gift. "I brought them a lulav and an etrog ... I brought them Sukkot," said Cantor Fettman. And together they erected a Sukkah, where he demonstrated the fine art of shaking the lulav while he recited the prayers. It would be difficult to tally all the gifts brought to the Jews of Kona by Cantor Fettman — especially since the list is not yet complete. There are future plans and programs in progress, which include the B'nai Mitzvah of two boys in December, 1994.
Will send tapes, lessons From Omaha, Cantor will make and send tapes and lesson plans and generally do (long distance) what it takes to prepare these boys for their special day. These are kids who have never been in a real synagogue, but this good man had made a commitment to them, and they to him. They have promised to practice daily and call him once a month, and together they will accomplish this special project. Next spring, the Fettmans will return to Kona, where the Cantor Will conduct the very first Kosher Seder the community has ever had. He will be anxious to see a few other things
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like how the Sunday School is progressing, since he started the group himself. Maybe he'll want to visit the Protestant Church again where he spoke on an earlier occasion, or the University of Hawaii, the Hawaii Prep Academy and the Parkes School, where he fulfilled speaking engagements as his presence became known. If you don't know Cantor Fettman persorially, you may not know much about his background. You may not know he is a Holocaust survivor — or that he feels special obligations as such. He explains that for a long time he felt a certain guilt for having lived when so many others perished. Then, a wise man suggested perhaps he had been spared in order to accomplish some special mission. He has decided he has two missions and his energy is aimed toward those two: to speak to people (especially non-Jews) about the Holocaust and to reach out to people and talk about his religion. Understanding the personal philosophy of the man makes it easier to realize the enormous gratification he derives from his Hawaiian experiences. He has brought, and continues to bring, traditions, customs, ceren\onie8 and perhaps most importantly, knowledge to this little group of Jews who seem to hunger for Leo Fettman's gifls. One is hard pressed to imagine who receives the most from the interchange. He will continue to tend his far away flock, not only during Pesach, but he has already been invited to return for the Holy Days in "94. Presently, he's searching the community for Orthodox and Conservative prayer books no longer • used here. The Kona group can't afford new ones, so he's collecting books to send. This is a gentle man, with a ready smile, a quick response and a reasonable outlook. He believes deeply and sincerely in the right of each of us to worship however we choose. He. says there are "no bad Jews." Some are just twi^Kbservant than others." You won't get any arguments from the Jewish people on Kona. THE WOULirS G«EATEST GOURMIT BUKCEB MAKEJI i MOST MASTEHFUL MIXOtOCIST ~
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Annie Nogq adds Project Dreidel to her Bat Mitzvah
From left, Debbie Gilinsky, Annie and Patty Nogg with Project Dreidel centerpieces. By Amy Friedman As 13-year old Annie Nogg was planning her Bat Mitzvah, she couldn't wait to become a responsible Jewish adult. Annie seized the moment of her Bat Mitzvah last weekend to demonstrate what our Jewish heritage means to her. "As part of my Bat Mitzvah celebration, I wanted to do something for the Jewish children in our community, soj chose Project Dreidel," Annie explained. The purpose of Project Dreidel is to distribute Chanukah gifts to Omaha Jewish children who otherwise might not receive gifts. The tzedakah project is sponsored by Jewish Family Service and Women's American ORT. Annie and her.family decided to expand their giving to also include Jewish adults facing financial difficulties. With the help of Jewish Family Service, Annie and her mother, Patty, compiled a list of needed items. "We bought lots of practical things people really need, but I made sure we also picked some special things they might want," says Annie. All of
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Teens on Torah Vayetze (Beresheis) By Melissa Katzman This parsha begins with the famous story about Yaakov and the ladder. Yaakov traveled to Har Hamoriya, where he placed 12'stones around hini to sleep. He had a dream that night of a ladder ascending down to the ground from heaven. There were angels going up and down the ladder. Hashem told Yaakov he would protect him on his journeys. When Yaakov awoke, he realized this was the place where the Bais Hamikdosh was to be built. Yaakov then traveled to Charan to find a wife. He met Rachel at a well and knew she was to
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