What's Happening at a Glance
Teen Advisory Board meets on Sunday, May 20
Volunteer at the Greater Chicago Jewish Festival on June 10
Creative Worship & Ritual
Friday, May 18: Latest Jerusalem Archaeological Discoveries
Friday, May 18: Latest Jerusalem Archaeological Discoveries
Friday, June 1: A representative of AIPAC is coming to Shir Hadash
Torah class on Sunday, May 20
We need a Shir Hadash webmaster
Greater Chicago Jewish Festival, June 10
New Genetic Education and Screening Program
Social Events & Membership
May Book Club
The book club met on Monday evening, May 14, at the home of Susan Grossman. We had a lively discussion of Drawing in the Dust by Zoe Klein about archeology, Jeremiah, spirituality and religious zeal. The book for July will be The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon.
The book club met on Monday evening, May 14, at the home of Susan Grossman. We had a lively discussion of Drawing in the Dust by Zoe Klein about archeology, Jeremiah, spirituality and religious zeal. The book for July will be The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon.
Looking for Three Families to Host a Tea
The tea will be an evening event during which the rabbi will teach and lead a discussion about a theme of Reconstructionist values and/or thought that is very relevant to our contemporary Jewish lives. The host will help the rabbi select the theme of most interest. The host will invite some Shir Hadash friends to attend as well as some non-member friends who might be interested in participating. Please contact Caryn McArdle at caryn.mcardle@comcast.net.
Family Bike Ride with the Rabbi...
Keep watching the newsletter for information on a family bike ride with Rabbi Eitan, Chicago architect boat tour, and a baseball game, to name a few activities planned for our community in the next few months.
Rabbi's Corner
"How Does It Really Work?"
Shabbat Behar-Behukotai
May 18-19, 2012 / 27 Iyar 5772
Day 42 of the Omer
Torah Portion: Leviticus 25:1-27:34 / Haftarah Portion: Jeremiah 16:19-17:14
Dear Friends,
Reward and Punishment - how does it work? In this week's Torah portion, the Bechukotai section lays it out clearly. If you follow God's commandments, God will reward you with rains in their proper times. The fields will produce wonderful food and the trees will yield abundant fruit. You will live in safety and security and your stored grain will not rot (This was a big deal. Remember: no Zip-loc® or Tupperware® in ancient times).
And if you do not follow God's commandments...well, watch out! You will be punished with misery, Tuberculosis, fever...
Read the rest on the Rabbi's Blog.
L'shalom (In Peace)
Rabbi Eitan
Rabbi Eitan
Teen News
Next Teen Advisory Board Meeting
The Teen Advisory Board is meeting on Sunday, May 20, from 11 a.m.to noon at the synagogue office.
Volunteer Opportunity for Teens
The Greater Chicago Jewish Festival will be held on Sunday, June 10, at St. Paul Woods, Morton Grove. It will have three stages with music, dance and storytelling; a family stage; a kosher food fair; an art fair; and an organization fair. The fair will take place between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.
We have a volunteer slot from 3 to 5 p.m. to sell soda. We still need more volunteers. Please send an e-mail with your name and t-shirt size to youth@shir-hadash.org.
Creative Worship & Ritual
Friday, May 18: Latest Jerusalem Archaeological Discoveries
Please join us on Friday, May 18, at LCHS, for an exciting look at the latest archeological discoveries from Jerusalem's City of David excavations. Rabbi Eitan will present some of the fascinating new finds from the City of David, the earliest levels of Jerusalem where King David ruled. Jewelry, engravings, seal impressions, weapons, walls, water systems, palaces and escape tunnels have been found in the past few months. Be among the first to see them!
Rabbi Eitan holds a B.A. in Old World Archaeology from Rutgers University and has excavated at a number of archaeological digs around the Land of Israel. Shabbat worship services will begin at 7:30 p.m., and the slide lecture will begin at about 8:45. All are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served.
Save the Date: AIPAC Is Coming to Shir Hadash
On Friday, June 1, our service will feature a special guest! A representative of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) will tell us about recent developments in Israel and the Middle East and answer questions. Services will be held at 7:30 at LCHS.
Adult Education
Torah class will be held on Sunday, May 20, from 10 to 11 at the synagogue office. Bagels and cream cheese will be provided. We plan to continue classes over the summer.
Mitzvah
Having a Tough Time?
Please remember that our Mitzvah Committee members are available to help you in your time of need. Those in need should feel free to contact Bob Roiter at bob.roiter@sbcglobal.net or (847) 989-4994.
Mitzvah Committee
We're looking for more Shiva leaders (adults and yes, even Havayah kids). If you are interested, please contact Bob Roiter
Call for Volunteers
Wanted: Webmaster
We are looking for someone to maintain our Shir Hadash website. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Jeff Wallk at jeffrey.wallk@gmail.com.
Get Involved with the Spring Membership Drive
We're planning a lot of activities this spring to expand our membership. If you're interested in helping us grow, please call the office and ask for Lillian (847) 498-8218.
Community Events
Greater Chicago Jewish Festival
The Greater Chicago Jewish Festival will be held on Sunday, June 10, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The festival will feature Steven Page of Barenaked Ladies, Blue Fringe, and Soul Aviv, along with a juried art fair, kosher food court, children's activities, and an organization fair. We are planning to have a Shir Hadash booth, so stay tuned for details, including how to sign up to volunteer at the booth!
The festival will be held at the Cook County Forest Preserve, St. Paul Woods, Oakton Street west of Lehigh. There is plenty of parking on site. A $5 per person donation is suggested. For more information, go to http://www.jewishfestival.org/ or call (847) 933-3000.
Genetic Education and Screening Program
Registration is underway for the Chicago Center for Jewish Genetic Disorders upcoming screening programs for young Jewish adults. The Center is now offering an expanded panel of 18 disorders. Join the Center in June or August for a subsidized screening program ($180 per person), which includes an educational presentation, dinner, and screening.These tests usually cost more than $3,000! Pre-registration is required. Please contact Taryn Brickman at tarynbrickman@juf.org to learn more or visit http://www.jewishgenetics.org/.
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