540 West Melrose Street, Chicago, IL 60657 • (773) 248-9200 • www.asbi.org Welcome to Shabbat Parshat Shemot at Anshe Sholom B’ nai lsrael Congregation December 28 – 29, 2018 • 21 Tevet 5779 Daily Services: December 30 – January 4 Shacharit: Sunday & Tuesday (New Year’s Day) 8:30 AM Monday & Thursday 6:45 AM Wednesday & Friday 7:00 AM Mincha, followed by Ma’ariv: Sunday through Thursday 4:15 PM Friday 4:20 PM Repeat Evening Sh’ma: December 28, after 5:13 PM Latest time to recite Morning Sh’ma: December 29, 9:35 AM SCHEDULE FOR SHABBAT Friday, December 28 Light Candles 4:09 PM Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat & Ma’ariv 4:15 PM Saturday, December 29 Shacharit with sermon by Rabbi Wolkenfeld 9:00 AM The Israelite People are Too Numerous Youth Tefillah Groups (see inside for details) 10:30 AM Mincha followed by Shalosh Seudot 3:55 PM Ma’ariv & Havdalah 5:09 PM Readings for Shabbat Parshat Shemot Torah: Haftorah: Exodus 1:1-6:1 Isaiah 27:6-28:13; 29:22-23 Hertz: Page 206 Hertz: Page 225 Kaplan: Page 258 Kaplan: Page 1094 Stone: Page 292 Stone: Page 1146 JPS Commentators: Page 3 Shalosh Seudot is sponsored by Allen Hoffman for the yahrzeit of his father, Beno Hoffman, a”h. Mizmor Shir: Fesve Kabbalat Shabbat & Ma'ariv for Shabbat Mevarchim Parcipate and be moved by Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma'ariv next Shabbat, January 4 (and on the Friday night of every Shabbat Mevarchim), with added singing, added spirit, and added inspiraon. Sparkling wine, grape juice, and cookies will send you out the door in good spirits to spread the Shabbat joy! Daf Yomi at ASBI Parcipants from all backgrounds and levels of experience are welcome and encouraged to join us each weekday morning following Shacharit for the synchronized and coordinated study of Talmud, based on a 1923 standardized calendar in which the enre Talmud is studied and completed, one double-sided page each day, by Jews around the world, every 7.5 years. GET SOCIAL WITH ASBI! Twier: lakefronteruv | Facebook: /asbichicago | YouTube: “ ASBI Congregaon” | Instagram: /asbi_nspiring MEET WITH RABBI WOLKENFELD Email [email protected]to set up an appointment, or call his cell (917-621-5678) for urgent maers. ADAM R. STRAUS MEMORIAL MIKVAH To make an appointment, email [email protected]at least 48 hours in advance. INCLUSIVITY AT ASBI We have a Braille siddur available below the chumashim and an accessible bathroom off the Beit Midrash. If there are other resources that would be helpful, please email [email protected]. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mazal Tov to Arielle & Jacob Lewis on the naming of their daughter, June Elizabeth Lewis (Yocheved Shlomit). If you would like to help with meals, please visit TakeThemAMeal.com (Last Name: Lewis, Password: babygirl). May this child’ s life be filled with the insights of Torah, the warm and supporve love of family and community, and the blessing of good deeds. Amen. Mazal Tov to Jonathan Falk on his engagement to Rebecca Roffe. May the couple merit to build a home loyal to the tradions of Israel. Amen. We regret to inform you of the passing of Jean Morgenstern, mother of Mitchell Morgenstern and grandmother of Eli Morgenstern. The funeral took place on Monday. Shiva will connue at the Glenner Reseidence (2959 West Glenlake Avenue) aſter Shabbat unl 10:00 PM. May the memory of the righteous be a blessing and a comfort to us all. Amen. Thank you to this week’s volunteer Tot Shabbat leader, Ari Rosenberg, and volunteer readers, Aaron Benson, Boaz Haberman, David Peckerman, and Ethan Schwartz. Thank you to each and every one of you for your support in 2018! As the end of 2018 approaches, you may consider making a donaon to support the shul or pay off your account balance to take advantage of a charitable deducon on your 2018 income tax return. Donate anyme unl 11:59 PM this Monday, December 31, by paying online at asbi.org/payment.php. Log into your account for faster and easier payments! Want to send a check instead? Send and date your check in December and it will sll count towards your 2018 taxes. ANSHE SHOLOM TRIBUTES Aliyah Marcel Theboul Donaons received aſter December 26 will be listed in next week's bullen. Many thanks for this generous donaon.
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540 West Melrose Street, Chicago, IL 60657 • (773) 248-9200 • www.asbi.org
Welcome to Shabbat Parshat Shemot at Anshe Sholom B’nai lsrael Congregation
December 28 – 29, 2018 • 21 Tevet 5779
Daily Services: December 30 – January 4
Shacharit: Sunday & Tuesday (New Year’s Day) 8:30 AM Monday & Thursday 6:45 AM Wednesday & Friday 7:00 AM
Mincha, followed by Ma’ariv: Sunday through Thursday 4:15 PM Friday 4:20 PM
Repeat Evening Sh’ma: December 28, after 5:13 PM Latest time to recite Morning Sh’ma: December 29, 9:35 AM
Saturday, December 29 Shacharit with sermon by Rabbi Wolkenfeld 9:00 AM The Israelite People are Too Numerous Youth Tefillah Groups (see inside for details) 10:30 AM Mincha followed by Shalosh Seudot 3:55 PM Ma’ariv & Havdalah 5:09 PM
Shalosh Seudot is sponsored by Allen Hoffman for the yahrzeit of his father, Beno Hoffman, a”h.
Mizmor Shir: Festive Kabbalat Shabbat & Ma'ariv for Shabbat Mevarchim Participate and be moved by Kabbalat Shabbat and Ma'ariv next Shabbat, January
4 (and on the Friday night of every Shabbat Mevarchim), with added singing, added spirit, and added inspiration. Sparkling wine, grape juice, and cookies will
send you out the door in good spirits to spread the Shabbat joy!
Daf Yomi at ASBI Participants from all backgrounds and levels of experience are welcome and
encouraged to join us each weekday morning following Shacharit for the synchronized and coordinated study of Talmud, based on a 1923 standardized
calendar in which the entire Talmud is studied and completed, one double-sided page each day, by Jews around the world, every 7.5 years.
MEET WITH RABBI WOLKENFELD Email [email protected] to set up an appointment, or call his cell (917-621-5678) for urgent matters.
ADAM R. STRAUS MEMORIAL MIKVAH To make an appointment, email [email protected] at least 48 hours in advance.
INCLUSIVITY AT ASBI We have a Braille siddur available below the chumashim and an accessible bathroom off the Beit
Midrash. If there are other resources that would be helpful, please email [email protected].
ANNOUNCEMENTS Mazal Tov to Arielle & Jacob Lewis on the naming of their daughter, June Elizabeth Lewis (Yocheved Shlomit). If you would like to help with meals, please visit TakeThemAMeal.com (Last Name: Lewis, Password: babygirl). May this child’s life be filled with the insights of Torah, the warm and supportive love of family and community, and the blessing of good deeds. Amen. Mazal Tov to Jonathan Falk on his engagement to Rebecca Roffe. May the couple merit to build a home loyal to the traditions of Israel. Amen. We regret to inform you of the passing of Jean Morgenstern, mother of Mitchell Morgenstern and grandmother of Eli Morgenstern. The funeral took place on Monday. Shiva will continue at the Glenner Reseidence (2959 West Glenlake Avenue) after Shabbat until 10:00 PM. May the memory of the righteous be a blessing and a comfort to us all. Amen. Thank you to this week’s volunteer Tot Shabbat leader, Ari Rosenberg, and volunteer readers, Aaron Benson, Boaz Haberman, David Peckerman, and Ethan Schwartz.
Thank you to each and every one of you for your support in 2018!
As the end of 2018 approaches, you may consider making a donation to support the shul
or pay off your account balance to take advantage of a charitable deduction on your
2018 income tax return.
Donate anytime until 11:59 PM this Monday, December 31, by paying online at asbi.org/payment.php. Log into your account for faster and easier payments! Want to send a check instead? Send and date your
check in December and it will still count towards your 2018 taxes.
ANSHE SHOLOM TRIBUTES
Aliyah Marcel Theboul
Donations received after December 26 will be listed in next week's bulletin. Many thanks for this generous donation.
We look forward to welcoming visiting scholar Jenan Mohajir to ASBI next Shabbat, January 5.
Post-Kiddush Talk, 12:15 PM “On the Possibility and Necessity of Jewish-Muslim
Partnership in Contemporary America”
Shalosh Seudot “Everything You Wanted to Know about Islam
but Were Afraid to Ask”
Jenan Mohajir is an educator, a storyteller, a mother, and a believer in building relationships across the lines that separate us. Mohajir serves as the Senior Director of Leadership at Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC), where she oversees the creation and implementation of programs that invest in development of student interfaith leaders. For the last 11 years, Mohajir has served as a senior staff member at IFYC and has trained hundreds of young people to be interfaith leaders who create a different story of engagement in our polarized world.
Mohajir recently traveled to Jerusalem as part of a two-year course of study on Judaism, Israel, and Zionism as a member of the fourth cohort of the Shalom Hartman Institute's Muslim Leadership Initiative.
Mohajir volunteers with Sirat Chicago, a neighborhood space that fosters a healthy community by supporting initiatives around service and worship, education and arts, and family life. She lives on the south side of Chicago with her husband and three children.
Herbs, Acid, Spice, and Salt: Celebrating Winter Vegetables & Fruits
Sunday, January 13, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, at ASBI
Stuck in a winter produce rut? All ASBI women are invited to learn different techniques for enhancing cold-weather roots, gourds, greens,
and fruits. Tamima Wyszkowski will lead us in a hands-on demonstration, culminating in a light vegetarian tasting experience for
us to share. Participants are encouraged to bring a bottle of mevushal wine!
The cost is $18 per person. Register at asbi.org.
Tamima Wyszkowski loves to share delicious morsels of delight from her home kitchen. Learn more about her pop-up sales, meal preparation
services, and teaching opportunities at bellylaughfoods.com.
ASBI WOMEN Women's Monthly Rosh Chodesh Yin & Yoga
Tuesday, January 8, 6:45 PM, in the ASBI Social Hall
Join us for a women’s Rosh Chodesh yoga event at ASBI!
Rosh Chodesh is a women's holiday and this is a chance for ASBI women to nourish their
bodies and souls.
The class costs $18 and will be led by Elaina Lemasters, an instructor from Hilltop Yoga in Lakeview. Proceeds will benefit Sharsheret, an organization that supports women with breast and ovarian cancers.
Please email Alexa Micley ([email protected]) to RSVP or learn more. Please BYOM (bring your own mat) or let Alexa know if you need
a mat to be provided.
SAVE THE DATE: ASBI SOUL CYCLE CHARITY RIDE Sunday, February 24, 2019, 1:30 - 3:30 PM, at SoulCycle on Southport
Online registration to reserve a bike or sponsor a rider opens next week!
ASBI ShabbatTable Dinner Friday, January 25, 5:45 PM, at ASBI
Looking for an easy way to meet new people, learn or teach new recipes and cooking techniques, and share a meal with community members?
Join us for ASBI’s ShabbatTable: a Shabbat dinner cooked in the shul on Thursday night, eaten in the shul on Friday night, and open to everyone.
Volunteer to help cook on Thursday night at shul, or be a volunteer helper on Friday. Or just come and enjoy the food and company! People with dietary restrictions are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Suggested cost: $10 - $20 per adult | $5 - $10 per child Register at asbi.org/ShabbatTable.
SAVE THE DATE! Join us for an oneg sponsored by the Education Committee on January 11,
at 7:30 PM. Stay tuned for location and more details!
Winter Birthday/Anniversary/Special Occasion Kiddush Shabbat, January 26
Are you or your family celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or other life event this winter? Mark the occasion with the whole shul by
co-sponsoring Kiddush on January 26!
Co-sponsorships start at $36. Please visit asbi.org/payment.php, select “Birthday/Anniversary Kiddush” from the drop-down menu, and leave your message
for the bulletin in the notes box.
UPCOMING EVENTS
JVS Chicago Job Club
If you’re between the ages of 18 and 80 and looking for your next job, JCFS/JVS has the help you need. The new “JVS Chicago Job Club” will meet every third Monday at ASBI. There is no fee to attend. Just bring your questions, your concerns, a positive attitude, a current resume, and your desire to get a job.
Job Club will be meeting on the following Mondays from 9:30 - 11:00 AM: January 7 & 28, February 18, March 11, and April 1.
Offered in partnership with ASBI, Anshe Emet, Emanuel Congregation, Mishkan Chicago & Temple Sholom.
Join us for a Gan Family Havdalah Pajama Party led by Tara Holden!
**All families are asked to remain in the Social Hall for the duration of the program. **Food and drinks must remain in the Social Hall.
Parent/Child Learning at ASBI January 26, 5:50 PM, at ASBI
Children, grades 2 - 5, are invited to join Rabbi Wolkenfeld and Rabbanit Sarna at shul for lively chevrusa learning and an engaging shiur
on a variety of topics. Grilled cheese dinner will be served.
Come to five Parent/Child Learning sessions and receive a free ice cream cone!
Mark your calendars for upcoming dates: February 23 • March 16 • April 13 • May 11 • June 8
ASBI FAMILIES
JOIN US FOR OUR UPCOMING FAMILY DINNERS! The Young Families Dinner is geared towards children in grade school. The Tot Kabbalat Shabbat Dinner is geared towards kids not yet in Kindergarten. Families with children in both categories are welcome at either dinner (or both).
YOUNG FAMILIES DINNER Friday, February 1, at the JCC
Join us for a Young Families Shabbat Dinner, geared towards children in grade school. Shabbat services begin at ASBI at 4:50 PM, followed by dinner at the JCC at 6:00 PM. We’ll have hilarious improv entertainment for parents and
children in Kindergarten & up starting at 6:45 PM.
~~~ Earlybird price (through January 15):
$10 per adult | $5 per child 3 - 12 | Free for kids under 3
Regular price: $15 per adult | $10 per child 3 - 12 | Free for kids under 3 | OR $50 Family Rate
by Monday, January 28. asbi.orgRegister at
TOT KABBALAT SHABBAT DINNER
Friday, February 15, at ASBI Come join us for a fun, interactive Tot Kabbalat Shabbat program 5:15 PM,
immediately followed by a delicious Shabbat dinner at 5:35 PM. This program is geared towards kids who are not yet in Kindergarten.
~~~ Earlybird price (through February 1):
$10 per adult | $5 per child 3 - 12 | Free for children under 3
Regular price: $15 per adult | $9 per child 3 - 12 | Free for children under 3
by Monday, February 11. asbi.orgRegister at
Introduction to Jewish Life & Practice Monday, January 28, 7:00 PM, at ASBI
Join Rabbi Wolkenfeld for this ongoing class on the fundamentals of Jewish life and practice, for those interested in conversion to Judaism
and open to all in the community. New participants are always welcome!
BEIT MIDRASH WEDNESDAYS Our first BMW series of 2019 begins on January 9! Join us Wednesday
nights at 7:30 PM for a four-part series with Rabbanit Leah Sarna.
"Head & Hair Covering for Men & Women" January 9, 7:30 PM - Part I: Talmudic Sources
January 16, 7:30 PM - Part II: Medieval Sources January 23, 7:30 PM - Part III: Modern Sources January 30, 7:30 PM - Part IV: Modern Sources
"Intellectual History of Religious Zionism" a Lunchtime Series with Rabbi Wolkenfeld
at the Chicago Loop Synagogue (16 South Clark Street)
Seventy years after the establishment of the State of Israel, support for Israel is a core component of the worldview of many religious Jews. It is part and parcel of the way that we understand Judaism itself. Yet Zionism, as an ideology, has been and remains controversial among Jewish communities with a competing allegiance to the primacy of Torah and Mitzvot. This class will explore the history of religious Zionism and its potential for the future.
Part II: January 24, 12:00 PM "Varieties of Religious Anti-Zionism"
Part III: February 14, 12:00 PM "Messianic Religious Zionism and Its Alternatives"
Cost is $15 for lunches by The Sandwich Club. To RSVP for this course, contact the Chicago Loop Synagogue office at 312-346-7370 or [email protected].
Laws of Niddah 5-Week Course with Rabbanit Sara Wolkenfeld Rabbanit Sara Wolkenfeld is offering a course beginning in January on the Laws of Niddah, which govern marital sexuality, menstruation, and mikvah as they exist in the Torah and are developed in rabbinic literature. The class meets at her home (745 W. Buckingham) for five weeks and covers all of the basic information needed for couples to observe Hilkhot Niddah.
The course is designed for couples who wish to prepare for married life and is also appropriate for couples who are already married and are looking to refresh their knowledge or incorporate Hilkhot Niddah into their marriage. This course, or an approved equivalent, is required for all conversion candidates who are in a relationship. This class is free to members of ASBI.
Rabbanit Sara Wolkenfeld has taught Hilkhot Niddah to couples since 2005 and has served as the director of the ASBI Mikvah since 2013. Please contact Sara Wolkenfeld at [email protected] with any questions or to enroll.
Adolf Eichmann, architect of Hitler’s heinous “final solution” which resulted in the murders of six million Jews, escapes Germany at the end of WWII. But two intrepid Israeli agents vow that he will not escape justice.
Released when the real-life Eichmann trial had the world riveted, the uncompromising “Operation Eichmann” tells the story of a Nazi zealot drunk on the power to send millions of his fellow human beings to their deaths in gas chambers. And it tells the story of Israeli agents David and Jacob, who miraculously survived one of Eichmann’s mass executions when they were children. A 15-year manhunt is on as Eichmann and his mistress hopscotch the globe, pursued by David, Jacob, and more dedicated Nazi-hunters, who sometimes wonder if it is better to kill than to capture Eichmann.
“Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg” (2009)
Monday, January 14, 7:00 PM, 92 minutes
“Yoo-Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg” tells the humorous and eye-opening story of television pioneer Gertrude Berg. She was the creator, principal writer, and star of “The Goldbergs”, a popular radio show for 17 years, which became television’s very first character-driven domestic sitcom in 1949. On the air, Berg was the endearing matriarch Molly Goldberg—kibitzing with neighbors across airshafts in the Bronx (“Yoo-hoo, Mrs. Goldberg!”). Off air, Berg paved the way for women in the entertainment industry, winning the first ever Best Actress Emmy Award, earning a Tony on Broadway, and charming audiences on variety TV shows and through her advice column.
“Yoo Hoo, Mrs. Goldberg” includes fabulous, rare clips from “The Goldbergs” kinescopes, and other period TV shows and films including “The Ed Sullivan Show”, “The Honeymooners”, “The Perry Como Show”, “I Love Lucy”, “The Milton Berle Show”, and “The Marx Brothers”. The film also features marvelous interviews with historians and fans, including Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Ed Asner (“The Mary Tyler Moore Show”), Norman Lear (“All in the Family”), Gary David Goldberg (“Family Ties”), Andrea Roane (CBS anchor), Susan Stamberg (NPR correspondent), and many others.
Sponsored by the Israel Committee. Pizza, pop, popcorn, and chips will be served.
Infertility "Big-Brother / Big-Sister" Program Individuals or couples in the ASBI community struggling with infertility are invited to contact Rabbi Wolkenfeld for a confidential referral to a
veteran ASBI member who has also struggled with infertility and is willing to serve as a "big sibling" to offer friendship, support, and non-medical advice. Those interested in serving as a "big sibling"
should contact Rabbi Wolkenfeld.
Volunteer at the Uptown Café with ASBI! Next Date: Monday, January 28
The Uptown Café is a JUF-sponsored kosher restaurant serving low-income people on the North Side. For over 15 years, ASBI members have
volunteered once a month—setting tables, serving and chatting with clients, and cleaning up.
To sign up or for more information, contact Herb Eiseman at 773-255-6481 or [email protected]. There is no obligation to participate every month.
ASBI Neighbors Program Are you an ASBI vet looking to show someone new the ropes? Are you new to the area and looking for friendly faces to help you acclimate to
the community?
to become a part of our neighbors [email protected] way, email program! Please include your name, whether you’re a vet or new to the
area, and what demographic you best fit.
New Eruv Checkers Needed!
We're in need of new people to help us check and maintain this vital community resource!
Paid positions are available.
If you are interested or want to learn more, email [email protected].
Bespoke Shiurim Gather together a group of 8 or more learners, choose a text and a
venue, and an educator will come to you! These classes will be tailor-made to your interests and background. Want to study a Tractate of Mishnah or Talmud? The weekly Parsha? Mussar? Halacha? Responsa
Literature? We’re there with a made-to-measure class.
Prayer for the United States and Its Government based on "deSola Pool Siddur"
God on high, bless this our country, the United States of America, and all who dwell therein. Bless the constituted officers of government of this land. Set into their hearts the spirit of wisdom and
understanding to uphold peace and freedom.
Security—If you see something, say something. As part of our ongoing effort to improve safety and security at ASBI, all members of the
Congregation are invited to submit recommendations, comments, questions, or concerns to the Security Committee at [email protected].
DATE KIDDUSH SHALOSH SEUDOT TORAH PORTION HAFTORAH
January 5 Vaera
Reserved
January 12 Bo
January 19 Beshalach
SPONSORSHIP & DEDICATION OPPORTUNITIES
Contribute to ASBI by leining or sponsoring Kiddush or Shalosh Seudot! Sponsorship or co-sponsorship* is a great way to celebrate your own or a loved
one’s birthday/anniversary/milestone. Many menu and pricing options are available. Please email [email protected] at least one week in advance for details.
President – Jeremy Treister Immediate Past President: Rabbi Paul Saiger Vice President - Ways and Means: Erica Phillips Vice President - Ritual: Charles Abrams Vice President - House: Daniel Chiat Vice President - Financial: Asher Zarkowsky Vice President - Education: Binyamin Cohen Vice President - Membership: Margalit Segal
BOARD OF DIRECTORS (2018 - 2019 / 5779 - 5780)
Julia Aaronson Mateo Aceves Beverly Agdern Jayme Besser Linda Cohen Oren Dekalo
David Eisenstein Aaron Feigelson
Steve Feiger
Richard Goldberg Joseph Goodman Seth Greenberg
Ira King Michael Leib Arielle Lewis Jennifer Loeb Ava Madoff Scott Moses
Michael Newberger Scott Newberger
Jacques Aaron Preis Marilyn Rest Linda Saiger Adam Smoler Naomi Sugar
Anshe Sholom B’nai Israel Congregation is indebted to Judge Abraham Lincoln Marovitz, a”h, for his generosity to the synagogue and to the Marovitz Scholarship Fund.
The George Kranzler Library of Judaic Classics is donated in loving memory of Mr. George Kranzler by the Kranzler and Saltzman families.
The Learning Center was dedicated on 29 Av 5761 in memory of Rose and Dr. Abe Aaronson who inspired us in learning and charity.
There is a sense of wholeness and artistic integrity in our sanctuary, thanks to our beautiful stained-glass windows on the east wall, dedicated in memory of Bernard Preis, a”h.
The windows on the south wall are dedicated in memory of George Friedman, a”h.
The Louis A. Lerner Institute of Torah Texts sponsors all of the Torah text classes at ASBI.
Chesed: Linda Saiger & Sara Wolkenfeld Mikvah: Jayme Besser Eruv: Seth Greenberg Ritual: Charles Abrams Family: Jennifer Loeb Security: Oren Dekalo Hospitality: David Eisenstein Social Action: Linda Cohen & Anna Freedman Israel: Herbert Eiseman Young Professionals: Ann Levenson, Kiddush: Beverly Agdern Ava Madoff, Elana Pentelnik
