Town SchrierFebruary 2017

Table of Contents Reb Aura........................................................page 2 President’s Message.......................................page 3 Calendar of Events........................................page 3 Dinner Info....................................................page 3

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Family Education........................................page 4 Sisterhood Speaks ..................................... page 5 Shir Tikvah Family Info............................ page 6 Volunteer Opportunities...........................page 7

Friday, February 3Short & Sweet Service: 6:15 p.m. Host Trustee: Julie SternCandle Lighting: 5:31 p.m.

Saturday, February 4 Torah Study: 8:45 a.m.Tu B’shevat Tot Shabbat: 10:30 a.m.Host Trustee: TBDParsha: Bo

Friday, February 10Soup Potluck in the Spirit of Empty Bowls: 5:45 p.m.Music Shabbat Service: 7:15 p.m. Host Trustee: Cathy PefleyCandle Lighting: 5:40 p.m.

Saturday, February 11Torah Study: 8:45 a.m.No Service at CSTParsha: Shabbat Shirah

Friday, February 17Brian Yamstein to Lead Service: 6:15 p.m.Host Trustee: Herschel PogerCandle Lighting: 5:49 p.m.

Saturday, February 18Torah Study: 8:45 a.m. No Service at CSTParsha: Yitro

Friday, February 24Lay Led Service: 7:45 p.m. Host Trustee: Justin DrilichCandle Lighting: 5:58 p.m.

Saturday, February 25Torah Study: 8:45 p.m.No Service at CSTParsha: Shekalim

Soup Potluck in the Spirit of Empty Bowls

Friday, February 10Dinner at 5:45 p.m., Music Shabbat at 7:15 p.m.

See Inside for Details

Rabbi’s corner:Shalom, Shir Tikvah-ites,

Have you ever wished for a “do-over?” If so, you might be pleased to hear that learning from our mistakes is one of the best things we can do to cultivate our leadership skills.

We learn this from the hero of several recent series of stories, Joseph. He’s the boy wonder whose father gave him a special coat of many colors, and whose special dreams foretold of one day being in a power position vis-à-vis his brothers. True to his star, he went from slave in an Egyptian prison to Viceroy of Egypt, second only to Pharaoh, which enabled him to save not only that nation, but his family from starvation and famine.

Although Jewish tradition upholds Joseph as a special kind of person—he is held to be a tzaddik—Righteous Person—he is actually not upheld as a great leader. That honor goes to Judah, one of Joseph’s older brothers, who emerges from the wings.Why is Judah’s leadership valued? One reason is because he is held to be the first person in Torah to admit making a mistake. Another is that he resolved to change himself and his life, so that he’d not repeat his mistakes again. One who achieves “perfect repentance,” teach our sages, encounters the same situation in which they had earlier sinned, but the second time around, do the right thing.

We see this in Judah who, many years earlier, was responsible for Joseph being sold as a slave. “Judah said to his brothers, ‘What will we gain if we kill our brother and cover up his blood? Come, let us sell him to the Ishmaelites and not lay our hands on him; after all, he is our brother, our own flesh and blood.’ His brothers agreed.” (Gen. .37:26). Judah went on to live a troubled life, filled with mistakes. Torah slyly introduces this by saying “Judah went down to Canaan…”, “going down” serving as code for moral decline. But Judah’s mistakes hurt him. Would he learn to act in a different way?

He got the opportunity to find out. In a moving scene, another beloved youngest brother, Benjamin, is found in Egypt, amidst his brothers, with the Viceroy’s silver cup. The Viceroy threatens Benjamin with slavery for the offense. An impassioned Judah steps forward, and implored the Viceroy, saying, “Let me stay as a slave; let my brother go free.” (Gen 44:33) Judah’s repentance is, therefore, “perfect.” Faced with the same circumstance as before—a younger brother at risk—he takes re-sponsibility for the outcome, and protects a brother from slavery. It is at this point that the Viceroy breaks down and, sobbing, reveals that his true identity is Joseph, the youngest brother sold into slavery and presumed dead. In fact, our very name is derived from that of Judah, for Judah’s Hebrew name is Yehudah, and we are Yehudim—Jews.

The lesson that Judah teaches us is that a leader is one who, though they may stumble and fall, arises more honest, humble, and courageous than they werebefore.

L’ivracha,

Congregation Shir Tikvah Shabbat Prayer Opportunites

At CST, every Shabbat contains a Friday night service. Saturday morning services are held at least once per month. Please check the calendar of services for exact service times each weekend or go online to www.shirtikvah.org/events.

Friday Night Services:6:15 p.m. Short and SweetDesigned for a more traditional Shabbat exerprience while still offering our unique Shir Tikvah spirituality. These services only last 45 minutes so that you can head home or out to eat for Shabbat dinner. They are pre-ceded by a “preneg;” a light snack to tide you over. There is no oneg following the service.

7:15 p.m. Music Shabbat Full of singing, dancing and Shabbat warmth, these services are informal, high-energy, and perfect for both adults and children. This service is followed by an “oneg” of coffee, refreshments and desserts.

7:45 p.m Traditional Service Geared towards adults (though open to chil-dren as well), this service contains moreliturgy than the other services and an in-depth sermon or Torah discussion. This service is followed by an “oneg” of coffee, refreshments and desserts.

PJ Tot Shabbat Service Our PJ Tot Shabbat service is a prayer expe-rience geared toward children 7 years old and younger and their families. Full of music, movement, and age-appropriate teaching, these services are scheduled throughout the year on varying Friday nights or Saturday mornings . Fridays begin at 6:15 p.m. and Sat-urdays at 10:00 a.m. and last approximately 30 minutes. Fun crafts and kid snacks follow the service.

Saturday Morning Service Sometimes these are led by our bar/bat mitzvah young adults, offering an incredible opportunity to see the in-depth training Shir Tikvah offers its Family Education students and the wonderful individuality that each 13-year old brings to prayer and Torah study. At other times, these services offer an intimate prayer experience, often led by lay-people, that contain all the warmth and spirituality that people come to expect from Shir Tikvah. This service is followed by an “oneg” of coffee, refreshments and desserts.

Every Little Bit Counts!

Help Shir Tikvah Earn Funds with Your Every Day Shopping (and Holiday Shopping too)!

Did you know that you can link Shir Tikvah to your Kroger Rewards card and Kroger will give 5% back to CST? Simply go to krogercommunityrewards.com and sign in or create an account. Then, under “Account Summary,” go to “Edit Community Rewards” and enter our ID # 82673. Cards must be relinked every April.

We also participate in the AmazonSmile program, by which Amazon.com shoppers would have to go to smile.amazon.com and select Congregation Shir Tikvah as the chairty they want to support. Eligible purchases made through this site would generate a .5% donation back to Shir Tikvah!

Shir Tikvah Volunteer Spot

We are who we are because of the tremendous willingness of our members to “roll up their sleeves” and lend a hand. Want to help? Here’s what we have this month:

- See above Tikkun Olam article for various soup making and other needs!

Tikkun Olam: Cooking for Song & SpiritWith winter approaching, please consider donating any gently used blankets, jackets, coats, scarves, hats, and gloves. The items can be dropped off in the baskets in the front vestibule as you enter Shir Tikvah We are also planning to do Birthday-in-a-box again this year and need your help. Items needed for each box include:

• cake mix • candles• napkins• a book• notepad• pen or pencil• one toy (wow factor)• and few party favor items• each box will cost around $10.00 to $15.00

We hope to complete the birthday in a box project sometime in March. We are collecting for this event as well. No small shoe boxes please. It needs to be wide enough to fit a cake mix & a book in the box . We would love some gently used books for this event as well. We will post the date soon.

Also, we are still making soup on a regular basis. We always need: rice, pasta, barley, and canned veggies. Even adding just one of these items each week to your grocery cart would be a tremendous help to us! We have a blue tub labeled in the kitchen for donations to be dropped off when you are in the building. If you’d prefer to coordinate a drop-off time, or if you have any questions, please contact Gail Said gailgh1@gmail.com, 248-797-2702 or Karen Sage thesages@comcast.net 248-227-4697. Monetary donations will graciously be accepted with checks made out to “CST Sisterhood” with “Song and Spirit Soup” on the memo line.

If you’d like to help in the kitchen, the following dates are on the calendar this month for meal making at 10:30 a.m. in the mornings:

February 1February 6February 14February 28

For the month of February we are short of volunteers. Karen , Janice & Shei-la are out of out on vacation. Please consider helping us to make soup for the homeless. If you can help please contact Gail said 248-797-2702.

It has been very cold. If you have any gently used sleeping bag , blankets, coats, hats, scarves, gloves and socks we are collecting them in baskets by the front entrance.

Thank you to many who have already donated food items & coats/ blankets.

We really appreciate the support.

Facility Rentals

Looking for a warm, inviting and beautiful setting for your next simcha? Consider renting space at Shir Tikvah! For availability and more info, please contact Lorelei Berg.

Tree of Remembrance

A wonderful way to remember your loved ones is through the purchase of a leaf on our Tree of Remembrance, located in the front vestibule. Leaves are $180 per name and can be purchased by contacting Lorelei Berg.

Cemetery Plots at Oakview Cemetery

Did you know that as a CST member you have access to a special rate for cemetery plots in the Shir Tikvah section of Oakview Cemetery? Contact Lorelei Berg to learn more about this important benefit.

Oneg Duty for the 2016-2017 Membership Year In order to continue to keep the “Shir Tikvah” feel to our onegs, we ask members to volunteer for oneg duty at least once per membership year. Not only does having our members bring food and help set up and clean up create a more “hamish” feel, but it also allows for wonderful opportunities to get to know each another better! Please look for the oneg sign-up sheet in your mail box and return it to the CST office so the oneg committee can schedule your spot. You can also register online at shirtikvah.org under the “get involved” menu and click on “volunteer for an oneg.” Note: you must be logged in with your shirtikvah.org member login to be able to view the scheduling link!

Calendar of Eventsfor February

FAMILY EDUCATIONSundays: February 5, 12Mondays: February 6, 27Tuesdays: February 7, 28

FAMILY ACTIVITIESTu B’shevat Tot Shabbat: Saturday, February 4 at 10:30 a.m. Tikvah Tots on Tuesdays: February 14, 10:00 a.m. Soup Potluck in the Spirit of Empty Bowls: Friday, February 10: Dinner at 5:45 p.m., Music Shabbat at 7:15 p.m.

ADULT ENRICHMENTTorah Study: Saturdays at 8:45 a.m.Lunch and Learn with Reb Aura: February 14 at 12:00 p.m.Adult Learning with Reb Aura: Sunday, February 5 at 11:00 a.m.

COMMITTEE MEETINGSExecutive Committee: Wednesday, February 1 at 7:00 p.m.Board of Trustees: Wednesday, February 15 at 7:00 p.m.

RELIGIOUS RITUALS MEETINGSReligious Rituals Meeting: Sunday, February 19 at 10:00 a.m.

SISTERHOOD MEETINGSSisterhood Board Meeting: Thursday, February 9 at 7:00 p.m.

REB AURA OFFICE HOURSDrop-in hours Sundays and Mondays: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Sundays: February 5, 12 Mondays: February 6, 27and Wednesday evenings upon request

Check shirtikvah.org/events for updates

Our Shir Tikvah Family

2/1 Lisa Silverman2/2 Linnea Bassin2/5 Megan Gates2/6 Grayson Hull2/6 Matthew Perkins2/7 Tzvi Berkal2/8 Lisa Neuman2/8 Candi Rosenberg2/8 Kimberly Roznowski2/8 Brian Yamstein2/10 Bruce Sage2/11 Jacob Blumenstein2/11 Sue Korn2/13 Benjamin Dumas2/13 Jessica Kaplan2/13 Suzanne Kovacs2/14 Lev Berdy2/14 James Koenig2/14 Dorothy Schaefer2/14 Ben Stefadu2/14 Maxwell Stutz2/14 Marlene Yamron2/15 Hanna Bogrow2/15 Noah Dumas2/15 Ari Zimmerman-Bergin2/16 Barry Demp2/16 Zachary Randel2/17 Alexandria Bassin2/17 Elisabeth Bassin2/17 Ruby Edwards2/17 Madeline Rosenberg2/18 Ryan Beebe2/18 Patricia Shaw2/21 Noah Duchan2/22 Carrie Keough2/23 Daniel Kraiza2/23 Tanya Schrem2/24 David Jacobs2/24 Gideon Phillips 2/26 Lynda Laurie2/26 Katherine Silverman2/27 Jo Eve Turbow2/28 Leslie Belenson2/28 Claire Bogrow2/28 David Gretchko2/28 Jenny Koenig2/28 Mary Litt2/28 Megan Sims

2/14 Arni and Paula Zalesin2/23 Howard and Marsha Fershtman

February Birthdays

February Anniversaries

2/2 Rose Lubin sister of Evelyn Cohen2/3 Miles Jaffe father of David Jaffe2/6 Paula Katz mother of Joseph Katz2/6 Gertrude Katzman mother of Sara Katzman2/7 Dr. Carl Goldschmidt father of David Goldschmidt2/7 Ralph Lustman father of Sheila Henkle2/8 Ada Efros mother of David Efros2/8 Frances Henkle mother of Robert Henkle2/8 Arthur Kollin father of Adam Kollin2/8 Sanford Shapero brother of Audrey Shapero2/8 Herman Kaplan father of Helen Wilson-Zahorec2/9 Freda Haley mother of Sharon Curran2/11 Francella Simpson mother of David Simpson2/12 Daniel Belenson father of Sheldon Belenson2/13 Suszanne Meyer mother of Claire Galed2/13 Nancy Ellen Golden spouse is of Ted Golden2/17 Miriam Sage mother of Bruce Sage2/20 Abe Berkal father of Tzvi Berkal2/20 Jim Bernstein brother of Steve Bernstein2/20 Roberta Golding sister of Cheryl Racklin2/20 Fredric Tauber brother of Susan Tauber2/21 Ruth Adler mother of Stu Adler2/21 Edith Deitch mother of Bev Deitch2/21 Rick Oliva brother of Gordy Oliva2/21 Irving Grushky father of Nancy Shuman2/21 James Robert Williams father of Ken Williams2/23 Barbara Close mother of Michael Close2/23 Eugene Haller father of Stanley Haller2/23 Jack Yamron father of Ralph Yamron2/25 Murray Slepian father of Martin Slepian2/26 Joan Slyker wife of Louis Slyker and our beloved CST congregant2/26 Ilona Cohen sister of Paula Zalesin2/27 Rita Jaffe sister of Jean Herschfeld2/27 Stella Koenig mother of James Koenig2/27 Esther Leibson father of Michael Leibson2/27 Leslie Irving Kay father of Marcia Singer2/28 Esta Spitzer mother of Richard Spitzer

February Yahrzeit

In Our Thoughts...The following members of Shir Tikvah are in need of healing and are being included in our Mee-she-bay-rach prayer for healing of body and spirit:

Chaya McCormack ReamerMarcia Leibson Arni Zalesin Edna GarteLynda LaurieEta Tzepora bat Aharon HerschelHoward WeissDave Leszkowitz

Our hearts go out to the following members who have recently lost loved ones…

David and Anne Alden on the passing of David’s father, Jacob Alden, on Friday, January 6, 2017.

Hilary, Ryan, Eva, Sophie and Wesley Beebe on the passing of Hilary’s grandmother, Dorothy Sapperstein, on Tues-day, January 24, 2017.

Zichrono Livrachah- May the names Jacob Alden and Dorothy Sapperstein be remembered for a blessing and may their families be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Israel.

Art Acquisition FundIn memory of:Daniel Belenson (Yahrzeit)Ann Alekman (Yahrzeit) Leslie and Sheldon Belenson

Prayerbook FundGeneral Donation: Karl GierachIn memory of:Irving Chadwick (Yahrzeit) Art and Marla Scafe

Rabbi’s Discretionary FundIn memory of:Pamela Sutherland Averbach (Yahrzeit)Jacob Edward Averbach (Yahrzeit)Hariette Wiltsee Peacock (Yahrzeit)David Grant Peacock (Yahrzeit) Pauline Averbach and Charles PeacockMarie A. Littman (Yahrzeit) Larry and Joan Littman

Rick May Fund for Jewish MusicIn memory of:Anita Silverstein Joyce May

Tauber Caring Community FundIn memory of:Jean Silverman (Yahrzeit) Harriett SilvermanSteve Isenberg (Yahrzeit) Eileen IsenbergJack Leventhal (Yahrzeit) Barry and Rochelle Rubin

Youth Scholarship FundIn memory of:Anita Silverstein Barry and Rochelle RubinEdward and Nancy Sieracki (Yahrzeit) Bruce and Karen SageRose Friedman (Yahrzeit) Philip and Karolyn MillerJacob Alden Bruce and Karen Sage

In honor of:Joan Firestone (Retirement) Barry and Rochelle Rubin

February Tributes

Thoughts from our PresidentA few months ago, I was talking with Rabbi David Fine of URJ’s Rabbinic Transition Management Office. He asked me to name three special characteristics of Shir Tikvah. My reply? Our outstanding Family Ed program, our unique blend of Reform and Renewal, and our culture of inclusiveness. We should be particularly nurturing of this last trait. Inclusiveness is not just the fact that we welcome all regardless of age, sexual orientation or ethnicity. Although our services follow a somewhat set pattern, you can still maintain your personal religious or spiritual identity. Our Family Ed program accommodates special-needs students. And we will always find a way to accommodate your financial circumstances so you can be a member and your child can receive a Jewish education. Inclusiveness means we are all equal as members of our community. But it also carries an implied message that we will lift each other up when needed. Our lay service leaders, kitchen volunteers, shiva leaders and tradespeople help lift up those of us without these skills. And financially, in order to maintain our culture of inclusiveness, we need those of us who can, to financially support those who cannot. This is the core message of the CST Forever campaign. Maintaining our beautiful community, enhancing our offerings, attracting and retaining members - and ultimately to dream, to innovate, to build - requires us to improve our financial foundation. I am so pleased with the results of our recent Chanukah appeal, not just because we ex-ceeded our dollar goal, but because the number of congregants who participated was forty percent greater than last year. Involvement in all our activities, including fundraising, helps to strengthen your ties to the Shir Tikvah community. As you look through the CST Forever literature, please know that every heartfelt pledge, regardless of size, is deeply appreciated. A pledge which is meaningful to you, is meaningful to Shir Tikvah.

B’Shalom,Soup Potluck

in the Spirit of Empty Bowls

We hope you will join us for a soup potluck dinner in the spirit of Empty Bowls on Friday, February 10 at 5:45 p.m. Please bring either

a soup or salad or dessert to contribute to the potluck. Also, to support our efforts to feed the hungry, please bring an ingredient to be

used in Sisterhood’s soup making (items needed are listed below), or a

monetary donation to “CST Sisterhood” with “soup” in the memo line to help support the cause, or if you prefer, a donation to a local

food bank (Gleaners, Yad Ezra, Forgotten Harvest).

Soup pantry items needed are: Rice, pasta, barley, and canned veggies.

RSVP at shirtikvah.org to give us a headcount and let us know what you will bring

to the potluck.

Save the Date for a

SUPER FUN Erev Purim Adult Evening

with your Shir Tikvah Friends

Saturday March 11 7:00 p.m.

Dinner, Drinks, Dancing, Costumes, Prizes and More

Don’t miss out on the party of the year!

More info to come in the March Schrier and eblasts!

Theodore and Ashleigh JenningsA. Joseph JuszakTerrence Kalley

Joshua and Carrie KeoughReva Klar

Pamela Knapp and Daniel ZendelMichael and Marcia Leibson

Barton and Judy LessinJulie Lichtenberg Stern and Joel Stern

Larry and Joan LittmanPennie Michelin

Philip and Karolyn MillerShelly and Arnie Podolsky

Joseph and Tracey PriceDean Purcell and Dena ScherLeonard and Karen Redmond

Barry and Rochelle RubinBruce and Karen Sage

Adam Skrzynski and Angela GuptaBen Spitzer

Richard and Pamela SpitzerRabbi Arnie Sleutelberg and Robert Crowe

Ben StefaduSusan Tauber

Ellen Tickner and Mary Jane FasoIrv and Tasha WengrowPaul and Phyllis WenigArni and Paula Zalesin

Sheldon and Leslie BelensonMicki Berg

Seth and Lorelei BergRichard and Carol Blumenstein

Lawrence BoockerNaomi and Paul ChoinardMichael and Gaylyn Close

Nancy and Howard CollensCarolyn ComaiSharon Curran

Gary Dembs and Jan Weiss DembsRon Elkus

Sherry EpsteinIrina Gershanovich

Larry and Sharon GoodmanSteve and Lisa GretchkoAric and Robyn HaleyJon and Lauren Hirsch

William and Betty HoffmanKeith and Patty HurwitzAndrew and Beth Isola

Thank you to the members who made our Lights on Forever campaign a success. We raised $8,000!

F.Y.I. For Your Information

Aura Ahuvia, Rabbi248-649-4418 x2Arnie Sleutelberg, Rabbi Emeritus 248-649-4418 x106

Officers:President: Rich Spitzer1st Vice President: David Muscat2nd Vice President: Herschel PogerTreasurer: Shá BuikemaAssistant Treasurer: Kathy FoxCorresponding Secretary: Ira FirestoneRecording Secretary: Cathy Pefley

Mailing AddressCorrespondence & TributesCongregation Shir Tikvah3900 Northfield ParkwayTroy, MI 48084

Shul Office248-649-4418 Fax: 248-649-8236

MembershipExecutive DirectorLorelei Berg: 248-649-4418 x1 Family EducationDirector of Lifelong LearningSarah Chisholm: 248-649-4418 x3

THE TOWN SCHRIERPublished monthly except July

Articles/AdsEmail to lorelei@shirtikvah.org by the 5th of the prior month. Rates for monthly ads: $18 Bus. Card, $36 1/4 pg., $72 1/2 pg.

All events must be scheduled on the master congregational calendar.Email or call Lorelei Berg for scheduling at 248-649-4418 x1 or lorelei@shirtikvah.org.

Shul Office HoursMonday-10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.Tuesday-10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Wednesday-10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.Thursday-10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.Friday-10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Family Ed Happenings:Shalom,

The past few months have left many in our community with feelings of fear and sadness, while at the same time offering others among us a sense of great hope.

As parents, grandparents, educators, and leaders in our community we must ask ourselves, what happens next? While we can be content to watch the news, cheering from the sidelines or wringing our hands, we must make the often uncomfortable decision to act. How you choose to act is an intensely personal choice and not one that I would presume to force up anyone.

If you are a politically involved person by nature, there are vast resources available to help you reach out to elected officials. Write to your local state or federal representatives. Email, make phone calls, schedule appointments, what-ever is most comfortable for you. Attend city council or school board meetings. Read newspapers from credible news outlets. Keep informed!

And if you need a break from politics, keep busy helping others. Turn to your Shir Tikvah community for ideas. Reach out to me and I will show you how you and your family can make a difference. To get you started here are some examples:

• Honor the spirit of our beloved Michael Philips Z”L and help to ease the suffering of those going hungry in our community. Pick up items next time you’re at the grocery for the group making soup weekly for Song & Spirit, donate to a food pantry like Gleaners or Yad Ezra, check the shul calendar and come make soup!

• Join us on Tikkun Olam Day 2017, April 22 at Shir Tikvah. Tikkun Olam, Earth Day and Havdallah!

• Sign up to volunteer at a community garden, Jewish Senior Life, any of the programs through JFS, etc. Check out http://ivolunteerjewishdetroit.org/ at Jewish Federation of Metro Detroit’s I Volunteer site for more examples!

• Come to Shir Tikvah and help with Tikkun Olam Day, the Purim Carnival, Religious Rituals, or any other groups working hard to help our community thrive.

I can’t wait to see you here!

B’shalom,

Sisterhood SpeaksIt’s mid-winter in Michigan! Can spring be far behind? Well, maybe we shouldn’t answer that one. In the meantime, I hope you’re enjoying the longer days, and the cozy warmth of your home.

Just in time to chase the chill away, Sisterhood hosted our 2nd Annual Pot Luck Dinner and Bingo Night on January 26th. Thanks again to our illustrious caller Fred Silverman, for keep-ing us laughing and entertained. It was a great time with good friends, wonderful food and fun prizes. Who could want more on a cold Winter night? Hope you didn’t miss it.

Looking forward, plan to join us on Sunday, February 26, 2017 for our Sisterhood Sunday Event during Family Ed. We will be holding our 2nd moderated discussion/Pinterest Live centered on the theme of “How does your family include children and grandchildren in Purim and Pesach celebrations?” I’m really looking forward to enhancing the Seder experience for the youngsters in our family and can’t wait to hear your ideas. Coffee and snacks will be served. Please RSVP if you can to Sisterhood@shirtikvah.org if possible, but if you don’t get a chance to RSVP, just come. We want you and welcome you.

With winter in full swing our Tikkun Olam projects continue to be a very high priority. Wheth-er you’d like to contribute shelf stable food items, or gently used winter jackets, coats, hats and gloves or blankets, anything would be greatly appreciated. There’s a bin in the CST vestibule for clothes and blankets, and there’s a blue bin in the kitchen marked CST Sisterhood, Song and Spirit for food.

Also any items you’d like to add to our “Birthday in a Box” would be just perfect. A collection box and information is in our vestibule. This is an opportunity for you to help a local child in need who might otherwise have no birthday celebration at all.

If you have any questions about either Soup for Song and Spirit or Birthday in a Box, or if you would like to participate further, please contact Gail Said at gailgh1@gmail.com 248 979-2702 or Karen Sage thesages@comcst.net 248-227-4697.

Looking forward to seeing your soon,

B’shalom,

Sheila Henkle

Online Access for Members at Shirtikvah.org

Did you know that there is a whole Shir Tikvah world located inside shirtikvah.org??? We are thrilled provide online access to our members! Each member of your family is able to create their own password-protected account and can then view and edit your own contact information and access a member-only on-line directory. To register, please go to shirtikvah.org and click "register" on the top right hand side of our homepage. Once you request an account, it will come to us for approval and you will receive a confirmation email with further instructions. After you have logged in, a "My Account" link will appear in a block titled “navigation” on the right, enabling you to update your contact information. If you do not want to be listed in the on-line directory, click the "Edit Privacy Settings" and a box will then appear that you can check to opt out.

To view your account information, and to make a payment online, once logged in click on the “My Member Dashboard” link in the navigation section. You will be directed to an area that includes any balances on your account, information regarding any contact/relation-ships we have on file for you, as well as a list of any events for which you have registered. You may make a payment on any balance and/or set up a recurring credit/debit card payment. Special note: if financial information is not displayed here, please contact Lorelei Berg. Occasionally, if the email address you entered does not match what we have in the system a duplicate record is created that we have to merge with what we have on file already.

Also once logged in, a "Community Area" block will appear on the right, which includes the link to the membership directory. You may search for an individual name in the directory by expanding the "Edit Search Criteria" at the top of the membership directory page. There is also access to board meeting minutes and other areas of interest. One final reminder, once you have login access set up, please remember to ALWAYS log in before you register for any events. This will streamline the process for you and ensure that all the data is being transferred directly to your account. If you have any questions, please contact Lorelei Berg at Lorelei@shirtikvah.org !

Box Tops for Education

Did you know that we collect Box Tops for Edu-cation for The Kennedy Center in Pontiac? This incredible school comes twice a month during the school year to help keep our shul clean and tidy. Please keep your eye open on grocery and household prod-ucts for the logo seen here which can be redeemed for funding for the school. We have a collection box in the lobby!

This year we are having Tikkun Olam day in April. NO Family Ed on MLK weekend this year. Please watch the Schrier, eblast, etc. for news of our Tikkun Olam 2017 which will be on April 22, and not coincidentally Earth Day. We will gather

at shul for a wonderful afternoon with Havdalah, learning & community

service projects, etc.If you would like to help make this a success,

please Sarah Chisholm.

Tikkun Olam Earth Day @ CST 2017

Shir Tikvah & Social Media

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to receive news and updates on CST events. Also, for members only, we have a closed group Facebook page for member communications. If you would like to join please search “Congregation Shir Tikvah” to request access to the group and/or contact Lorelei Berg for help!

Youth Scholarship Requests

The Youth Scholarship Fund of Congrega-tion Shir Tikvah and CST’s Sisterhood Scholarship Fund are for Kindergarten through High School age youth who need financial help with expenses relating to a Jewish day or overnight camp and/or a NFTY kallah or camp. Please contact our Executive Director, Lorelei Berg, at 248-649-4418 x1 or lorelei@shirtikvah.org to receive the application form that needs to be sent in with your request for scholarship money. (Both the Executive Committee and Sisterhood will confidentially look at all of their requests at one time).

All requests must be received by March 1.

F.Y.I. For Your Information

Aura Ahuvia, Rabbi248-649-4418 x2Arnie Sleutelberg, Rabbi Emeritus 248-649-4418 x106

Officers:President: Rich Spitzer1st Vice President: David Muscat2nd Vice President: Herschel PogerTreasurer: Shá BuikemaAssistant Treasurer: Kathy FoxCorresponding Secretary: Ira FirestoneRecording Secretary: Cathy Pefley

Mailing AddressCorrespondence & TributesCongregation Shir Tikvah3900 Northfield ParkwayTroy, MI 48084

Shul Office248-649-4418 Fax: 248-649-8236

MembershipExecutive DirectorLorelei Berg: 248-649-4418 x1 Family EducationDirector of Lifelong LearningSarah Chisholm: 248-649-4418 x3

THE TOWN SCHRIERPublished monthly except July

Articles/AdsEmail to lorelei@shirtikvah.org by the 5th of the prior month. Rates for monthly ads: $18 Bus. Card, $36 1/4 pg., $72 1/2 pg.

All events must be scheduled on the master congregational calendar.Email or call Lorelei Berg for scheduling at 248-649-4418 x1 or lorelei@shirtikvah.org.

Shul Office HoursMonday-10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.Tuesday-10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Wednesday-10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.Thursday-10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.Friday-10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Family Ed Happenings:Shalom,

The past few months have left many in our community with feelings of fear and sadness, while at the same time offering others among us a sense of great hope.

As parents, grandparents, educators, and leaders in our community we must ask ourselves, what happens next? While we can be content to watch the news, cheering from the sidelines or wringing our hands, we must make the often uncomfortable decision to act. How you choose to act is an intensely personal choice and not one that I would presume to force up anyone.

If you are a politically involved person by nature, there are vast resources available to help you reach out to elected officials. Write to your local state or federal representatives. Email, make phone calls, schedule appointments, what-ever is most comfortable for you. Attend city council or school board meetings. Read newspapers from credible news outlets. Keep informed!

And if you need a break from politics, keep busy helping others. Turn to your Shir Tikvah community for ideas. Reach out to me and I will show you how you and your family can make a difference. To get you started here are some examples:

• Honor the spirit of our beloved Michael Philips Z”L and help to ease the suffering of those going hungry in our community. Pick up items next time you’re at the grocery for the group making soup weekly for Song & Spirit, donate to a food pantry like Gleaners or Yad Ezra, check the shul calendar and come make soup!

• Join us on Tikkun Olam Day 2017, April 22 at Shir Tikvah. Tikkun Olam, Earth Day and Havdallah!

• Sign up to volunteer at a community garden, Jewish Senior Life, any of the programs through JFS, etc. Check out http://ivolunteerjewishdetroit.org/ at Jewish Federation of Metro Detroit’s I Volunteer site for more examples!

• Come to Shir Tikvah and help with Tikkun Olam Day, the Purim Carnival, Religious Rituals, or any other groups working hard to help our community thrive.

I can’t wait to see you here!

B’shalom,

Sisterhood SpeaksIt’s mid-winter in Michigan! Can spring be far behind? Well, maybe we shouldn’t answer that one. In the meantime, I hope you’re enjoying the longer days, and the cozy warmth of your home.

Just in time to chase the chill away, Sisterhood hosted our 2nd Annual Pot Luck Dinner and Bingo Night on January 26th. Thanks again to our illustrious caller Fred Silverman, for keep-ing us laughing and entertained. It was a great time with good friends, wonderful food and fun prizes. Who could want more on a cold Winter night? Hope you didn’t miss it.

Looking forward, plan to join us on Sunday, February 26, 2017 for our Sisterhood Sunday Event during Family Ed. We will be holding our 2nd moderated discussion/Pinterest Live centered on the theme of “How does your family include children and grandchildren in Purim and Pesach celebrations?” I’m really looking forward to enhancing the Seder experience for the youngsters in our family and can’t wait to hear your ideas. Coffee and snacks will be served. Please RSVP if you can to Sisterhood@shirtikvah.org if possible, but if you don’t get a chance to RSVP, just come. We want you and welcome you.

With winter in full swing our Tikkun Olam projects continue to be a very high priority. Wheth-er you’d like to contribute shelf stable food items, or gently used winter jackets, coats, hats and gloves or blankets, anything would be greatly appreciated. There’s a bin in the CST vestibule for clothes and blankets, and there’s a blue bin in the kitchen marked CST Sisterhood, Song and Spirit for food.

Also any items you’d like to add to our “Birthday in a Box” would be just perfect. A collection box and information is in our vestibule. This is an opportunity for you to help a local child in need who might otherwise have no birthday celebration at all.

If you have any questions about either Soup for Song and Spirit or Birthday in a Box, or if you would like to participate further, please contact Gail Said at gailgh1@gmail.com 248 979-2702 or Karen Sage thesages@comcst.net 248-227-4697.

Looking forward to seeing your soon,

B’shalom,

Sheila Henkle

Online Access for Members at Shirtikvah.org

Did you know that there is a whole Shir Tikvah world located inside shirtikvah.org??? We are thrilled provide online access to our members! Each member of your family is able to create their own password-protected account and can then view and edit your own contact information and access a member-only on-line directory. To register, please go to shirtikvah.org and click "register" on the top right hand side of our homepage. Once you request an account, it will come to us for approval and you will receive a confirmation email with further instructions. After you have logged in, a "My Account" link will appear in a block titled “navigation” on the right, enabling you to update your contact information. If you do not want to be listed in the on-line directory, click the "Edit Privacy Settings" and a box will then appear that you can check to opt out.

To view your account information, and to make a payment online, once logged in click on the “My Member Dashboard” link in the navigation section. You will be directed to an area that includes any balances on your account, information regarding any contact/relation-ships we have on file for you, as well as a list of any events for which you have registered. You may make a payment on any balance and/or set up a recurring credit/debit card payment. Special note: if financial information is not displayed here, please contact Lorelei Berg. Occasionally, if the email address you entered does not match what we have in the system a duplicate record is created that we have to merge with what we have on file already.

Also once logged in, a "Community Area" block will appear on the right, which includes the link to the membership directory. You may search for an individual name in the directory by expanding the "Edit Search Criteria" at the top of the membership directory page. There is also access to board meeting minutes and other areas of interest. One final reminder, once you have login access set up, please remember to ALWAYS log in before you register for any events. This will streamline the process for you and ensure that all the data is being transferred directly to your account. If you have any questions, please contact Lorelei Berg at Lorelei@shirtikvah.org !

Box Tops for Education

Did you know that we collect Box Tops for Edu-cation for The Kennedy Center in Pontiac? This incredible school comes twice a month during the school year to help keep our shul clean and tidy. Please keep your eye open on grocery and household prod-ucts for the logo seen here which can be redeemed for funding for the school. We have a collection box in the lobby!

This year we are having Tikkun Olam day in April. NO Family Ed on MLK weekend this year. Please watch the Schrier, eblast, etc. for news of our Tikkun Olam 2017 which will be on April 22, and not coincidentally Earth Day. We will gather

at shul for a wonderful afternoon with Havdalah, learning & community

service projects, etc.If you would like to help make this a success,

please Sarah Chisholm.

Tikkun Olam Earth Day @ CST 2017

Shir Tikvah & Social Media

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to receive news and updates on CST events. Also, for members only, we have a closed group Facebook page for member communications. If you would like to join please search “Congregation Shir Tikvah” to request access to the group and/or contact Lorelei Berg for help!

Youth Scholarship Requests

The Youth Scholarship Fund of Congrega-tion Shir Tikvah and CST’s Sisterhood Scholarship Fund are for Kindergarten through High School age youth who need financial help with expenses relating to a Jewish day or overnight camp and/or a NFTY kallah or camp. Please contact our Executive Director, Lorelei Berg, at 248-649-4418 x1 or lorelei@shirtikvah.org to receive the application form that needs to be sent in with your request for scholarship money. (Both the Executive Committee and Sisterhood will confidentially look at all of their requests at one time).

All requests must be received by March 1.

Rabbi’s corner:Shalom, Shir Tikvah-ites,

Have you ever wished for a “do-over?” If so, you might be pleased to hear that learning from our mistakes is one of the best things we can do to cultivate our leadership skills.

We learn this from the hero of several recent series of stories, Joseph. He’s the boy wonder whose father gave him a special coat of many colors, and whose special dreams foretold of one day being in a power position vis-à-vis his brothers. True to his star, he went from slave in an Egyptian prison to Viceroy of Egypt, second only to Pharaoh, which enabled him to save not only that nation, but his family from starvation and famine.

Although Jewish tradition upholds Joseph as a special kind of person—he is held to be a tzaddik—Righteous Person—he is actually not upheld as a great leader. That honor goes to Judah, one of Joseph’s older brothers, who emerges from the wings.Why is Judah’s leadership valued? One reason is because he is held to be the first person in Torah to admit making a mistake. Another is that he resolved to change himself and his life, so that he’d not repeat his mistakes again. One who achieves “perfect repentance,” teach our sages, encounters the same situation in which they had earlier sinned, but the second time around, do the right thing.

We see this in Judah who, many years earlier, was responsible for Joseph being sold as a slave. “Judah said to his brothers, ‘What will we gain if we kill our brother and cover up his blood? Come, let us sell him to the Ishmaelites and not lay our hands on him; after all, he is our brother, our own flesh and blood.’ His brothers agreed.” (Gen. .37:26). Judah went on to live a troubled life, filled with mistakes. Torah slyly introduces this by saying “Judah went down to Canaan…”, “going down” serving as code for moral decline. But Judah’s mistakes hurt him. Would he learn to act in a different way?

He got the opportunity to find out. In a moving scene, another beloved youngest brother, Benjamin, is found in Egypt, amidst his brothers, with the Viceroy’s silver cup. The Viceroy threatens Benjamin with slavery for the offense. An impassioned Judah steps forward, and implored the Viceroy, saying, “Let me stay as a slave; let my brother go free.” (Gen 44:33) Judah’s repentance is, therefore, “perfect.” Faced with the same circumstance as before—a younger brother at risk—he takes re-sponsibility for the outcome, and protects a brother from slavery. It is at this point that the Viceroy breaks down and, sobbing, reveals that his true identity is Joseph, the youngest brother sold into slavery and presumed dead. In fact, our very name is derived from that of Judah, for Judah’s Hebrew name is Yehudah, and we are Yehudim—Jews.

The lesson that Judah teaches us is that a leader is one who, though they may stumble and fall, arises more honest, humble, and courageous than they werebefore.

L’ivracha,

Congregation Shir Tikvah Shabbat Prayer Opportunites

At CST, every Shabbat contains a Friday night service. Saturday morning services are held at least once per month. Please check the calendar of services for exact service times each weekend or go online to www.shirtikvah.org/events.

Friday Night Services:6:15 p.m. Short and SweetDesigned for a more traditional Shabbat exerprience while still offering our unique Shir Tikvah spirituality. These services only last 45 minutes so that you can head home or out to eat for Shabbat dinner. They are pre-ceded by a “preneg;” a light snack to tide you over. There is no oneg following the service.

7:15 p.m. Music Shabbat Full of singing, dancing and Shabbat warmth, these services are informal, high-energy, and perfect for both adults and children. This service is followed by an “oneg” of coffee, refreshments and desserts.

7:45 p.m Traditional Service Geared towards adults (though open to chil-dren as well), this service contains moreliturgy than the other services and an in-depth sermon or Torah discussion. This service is followed by an “oneg” of coffee, refreshments and desserts.

PJ Tot Shabbat Service Our PJ Tot Shabbat service is a prayer expe-rience geared toward children 7 years old and younger and their families. Full of music, movement, and age-appropriate teaching, these services are scheduled throughout the year on varying Friday nights or Saturday mornings . Fridays begin at 6:15 p.m. and Sat-urdays at 10:00 a.m. and last approximately 30 minutes. Fun crafts and kid snacks follow the service.

Saturday Morning Service Sometimes these are led by our bar/bat mitzvah young adults, offering an incredible opportunity to see the in-depth training Shir Tikvah offers its Family Education students and the wonderful individuality that each 13-year old brings to prayer and Torah study. At other times, these services offer an intimate prayer experience, often led by lay-people, that contain all the warmth and spirituality that people come to expect from Shir Tikvah. This service is followed by an “oneg” of coffee, refreshments and desserts.

Every Little Bit Counts!

Help Shir Tikvah Earn Funds with Your Every Day Shopping (and Holiday Shopping too)!

Did you know that you can link Shir Tikvah to your Kroger Rewards card and Kroger will give 5% back to CST? Simply go to krogercommunityrewards.com and sign in or create an account. Then, under “Account Summary,” go to “Edit Community Rewards” and enter our ID # 82673. Cards must be relinked every April.

We also participate in the AmazonSmile program, by which Amazon.com shoppers would have to go to smile.amazon.com and select Congregation Shir Tikvah as the chairty they want to support. Eligible purchases made through this site would generate a .5% donation back to Shir Tikvah!

Shir Tikvah Volunteer Spot

We are who we are because of the tremendous willingness of our members to “roll up their sleeves” and lend a hand. Want to help? Here’s what we have this month:

- See above Tikkun Olam article for various soup making and other needs!

Tikkun Olam: Cooking for Song & SpiritWith winter approaching, please consider donating any gently used blankets, jackets, coats, scarves, hats, and gloves. The items can be dropped off in the baskets in the front vestibule as you enter Shir Tikvah We are also planning to do Birthday-in-a-box again this year and need your help. Items needed for each box include:

• cake mix • candles• napkins• a book• notepad• pen or pencil• one toy (wow factor)• and few party favor items• each box will cost around $10.00 to $15.00

We hope to complete the birthday in a box project sometime in March. We are collecting for this event as well. No small shoe boxes please. It needs to be wide enough to fit a cake mix & a book in the box . We would love some gently used books for this event as well. We will post the date soon.

Also, we are still making soup on a regular basis. We always need: rice, pasta, barley, and canned veggies. Even adding just one of these items each week to your grocery cart would be a tremendous help to us! We have a blue tub labeled in the kitchen for donations to be dropped off when you are in the building. If you’d prefer to coordinate a drop-off time, or if you have any questions, please contact Gail Said gailgh1@gmail.com, 248-797-2702 or Karen Sage thesages@comcast.net 248-227-4697. Monetary donations will graciously be accepted with checks made out to “CST Sisterhood” with “Song and Spirit Soup” on the memo line.

If you’d like to help in the kitchen, the following dates are on the calendar this month for meal making at 10:30 a.m. in the mornings:

February 1February 6February 14February 28

For the month of February we are short of volunteers. Karen , Janice & Shei-la are out of out on vacation. Please consider helping us to make soup for the homeless. If you can help please contact Gail said 248-797-2702.

It has been very cold. If you have any gently used sleeping bag , blankets, coats, hats, scarves, gloves and socks we are collecting them in baskets by the front entrance.

Thank you to many who have already donated food items & coats/ blankets.

We really appreciate the support.

Facility Rentals

Looking for a warm, inviting and beautiful setting for your next simcha? Consider renting space at Shir Tikvah! For availability and more info, please contact Lorelei Berg.

Tree of Remembrance

A wonderful way to remember your loved ones is through the purchase of a leaf on our Tree of Remembrance, located in the front vestibule. Leaves are $180 per name and can be purchased by contacting Lorelei Berg.

Cemetery Plots at Oakview Cemetery

Did you know that as a CST member you have access to a special rate for cemetery plots in the Shir Tikvah section of Oakview Cemetery? Contact Lorelei Berg to learn more about this important benefit.

Oneg Duty for the 2016-2017 Membership Year In order to continue to keep the “Shir Tikvah” feel to our onegs, we ask members to volunteer for oneg duty at least once per membership year. Not only does having our members bring food and help set up and clean up create a more “hamish” feel, but it also allows for wonderful opportunities to get to know each another better! Please look for the oneg sign-up sheet in your mail box and return it to the CST office so the oneg committee can schedule your spot. You can also register online at shirtikvah.org under the “get involved” menu and click on “volunteer for an oneg.” Note: you must be logged in with your shirtikvah.org member login to be able to view the scheduling link!

Town SchrierFebruary 2017

Table of Contents Reb Aura........................................................page 2 President’s Message.......................................page 3 Calendar of Events........................................page 3 Dinner Info....................................................page 3

Service Times: Greetings 15 minutes before service begins

__Birthday __ Bar or Bat Mitzvah __Birth __Anniversary __A Speedy Recovery __Appreciation __Graduation __Marriage __Yahrzeit __Other Amount of Contribution Enclosed $__________________________

(Checks made payable to Congregation Shir Tikvah) Credit cards accepted. Please charge my card _______________________________________________________________________ (Card Type) (Card Number) (Exp. Date)(Sec. Code) Please select a fund to which you would like to direct your contribution (circle one): - Art Acquistion Fund - Barbara Paley Outdoor Enhancement - Family Education Tributes Fund - - General Fund - Library Fund - Platt/Wenig Torah Fund - Prayerbook Fund - Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund - - Richard J. Sweet Jewish Education Scholarship Fund - Rick May Fund for Jewish Music - -Tauber Caring Community Fund - Youth Scholarship Fund -

SEND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO: _____________________________________________________ DONOR’S NAME:_________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________ City:________________________________________________ City:_______________________________________________________ State:____________________ Zip:_________________ State:____________________ Zip:_______________________

I would like to make the following donation to Congregation Shir Tikvah:

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Please mail to: Congregation Shir Tikvah 3900 Northfield Parkway, Troy, MI 48084 or www.shirtikvah.org

Family Education........................................page 4 Sisterhood Speaks ..................................... page 5 Shir Tikvah Family Info............................ page 6 Volunteer Opportunities...........................page 7

Friday, February 3Short & Sweet Service: 6:15 p.m. Host Trustee: Julie SternCandle Lighting: 5:31 p.m.

Saturday, February 4 Torah Study: 8:45 a.m.Tu B’shevat Tot Shabbat: 10:30 a.m.Host Trustee: TBDParsha: Bo

Friday, February 10Soup Potluck in the Spirit of Empty Bowls: 5:45 p.m.Music Shabbat Service: 7:15 p.m. Host Trustee: Cathy PefleyCandle Lighting: 5:40 p.m.

Saturday, February 11Torah Study: 8:45 a.m.No Service at CSTParsha: Shabbat Shirah

Friday, February 17Brian Yamstein to Lead Service: 6:15 p.m.Host Trustee: Herschel PogerCandle Lighting: 5:49 p.m.

Saturday, February 18Torah Study: 8:45 a.m. No Service at CSTParsha: Yitro

Friday, February 24Lay Led Service: 7:45 p.m. Host Trustee: Justin DrilichCandle Lighting: 5:58 p.m.

Saturday, February 25Torah Study: 8:45 p.m.No Service at CSTParsha: Shekalim

Soup Potluck in the Spirit of Empty Bowls

Friday, February 10Dinner at 5:45 p.m., Music Shabbat at 7:15 p.m.

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