CONGREGATION AMCHAH



2771 East Oakland Park Boulevard
 Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33306 
(954) 561-2003

 

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      July / Aug / Sept 2001

             
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High Holiday Schedule

S'LICHOS
Sept. 8 - Sat. Movie    10:00 pm
Sept. 8 - Sat. Service   11:30 pm

ROSH HASHANAH
Sept. 17 - Monday -     7:30 pm 
Sept. 18 - Tuesday -   10:00 am

YOM KIPPUR
Sept. 26 - Wed.  Kol Nidre 7:30 pm
Sept. 27 - Thurs. 10:00 am
Sept. 27 - Thurs. Yizkor   1:00 pm
Sept. 27 - Thurs. Neilah   6:00 pm
Sept. 27 - Thurs. Break the Fast

 


Summer Hiatus

 Services will resume August 18


 Upcoming Events

Aug. 18 - Bar Mitzvah - Jonathan Lee
Sept. 30 -  Sukkah building party
Oct. 2 -7 - Sukkos Holiday
Oct. 20 - Dance concert -Hal Schaefer
Trio & Guest Artists
Nov.  2 -  Shabbos Experience
Nov.  4 -  Congregation Fall Picnic
Nov. 10 - Blood Drive
Nov. 18 - Guest speaker & discussion
Dec.   2 - Chanukah on Las Olas
Dec. 10 - Chanukah Celebration


Jewish Study Classes
 (Starting in November)

Tuesdays (7 pm) - Hebrew Level 1
                               Hebrew Level 3

Tuesdays (8 pm)  - Torah Study

 

 

 

Hal Schaefer Concert

On Sunday afternoon, May 21 we were treated to a truly spectacular show as Hal Schaefer presented a Musical Showcase featuring eight of his very talented music students. Along with Hal's accompaniment on keyboards, the audience was serenaded with some of the most beautiful voices, singing some of the greatest songs of all time.

The show began as the first soloist, Alexandra Lavelanet, sang a beautiful medley, which included the song "Over the Rainbow". She was followed by Gwen Lai who's songs included the hit "I Got Love".  The next performer, Fern Ellis, sang a beautiful rendition of  "I've Got Rhythm", and the first set closed as Anais Escobar sang "Accentuate the Positive" and "Bye, Bye Blackbird" with the audience asking for an encore.

Everyone was then treated to a lovely intermission, highlighted with finger sandwiches, iced champagne, a variety of cheeses, and dessert and coffee.

The second half began with Jim Guido singing "Close your Eyes" and "These Foolish Things".  His performance had the audience dancing in their seats. Next was Myrna Gross whose performance included "Take Me As I Am". Marilyn Goldberg followed, and her song "New York State of Mind" earned a standing ovation.  The show closed as Amanda Braverman sang a beautiful Gershwin Medley.

The Show Was Spectacular! Thank you Hal Schaefer and students for such wonderful performances, for such an enjoyable afternoon, and for such a successful fund raising event.

 

Spring Picnic

"A beautiful day marked by perfect weather, lots of good food, and the fun and enjoyment of our friends". That's the only way to describe our Congregation's Spring Picnic, held on May  6th at Plantation's Heritage Park.

Heritage Park offers picnic shelters surrounding a beautiful lake offering fishing, boating, and bird watching. There are many nature trails and bicycle paths, as well as numerous playgrounds and fields for kids to enjoy.

The afternoon's fun began as Rabbi Winer launched one of his colorful high-flying kites.  Other fun and frolic included softball, volleyball, a huge tug of war (the Rabbi really fell for this), and lets not forget the water balloons.

Our President, Alec fancies himself as a gourmet chef so naturally the burgers and hot dogs were grilled to perfection!

Our next picnic will be held in the fall on Nov 4th.  If you missed the last one, don't miss the next.  Check out all the wonderful photos on the photo page.


      High Holiday Contributions

The Board of Directors has adopted a two-tiered ticket pricing for the High Holidays. Tickets are available at $75 per person for Congregation Members and $125 per person for non-members.

A Member is defined as someone who attends Shabbos Services, is a financial contributor, and helps and participates in temple activities.

Congregants with limited financial resources are invited to discuss their situation with Rabbi Winer.

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President's Message

Shalom Fellow Congregants,

As the summer approaches, I would like to look back on the extraordinary year gone by, and recall the outstanding times we spent together.

The year began with our observance of the High Holidays in our beautiful newly dedicated Sanctuary.  Shortly thereafter, the Rousse/Wattenberg Library was dedicated and thanks to you, our shelves began to fill.

As the year progressed, many festive holiday celebrations were shared together.  The children enjoyed latkes at our Hanukkah Party, a meaningful and delicious Passover Seder was attended by many, and let us not forget our costume Purim Festival featuring Rabbi Winer disguised as "Megillah" Gorilla.

We presented two wonderful benefit musical concerts.  The first was a jazz concert by Hal Schaefer in honor of his wife Brenda and the second an excellent afternoon with his talented students.

We all gathered for a day of "Fun in the Park" at Plantation Heritage Park at the Shul picnic.  The food was plentiful, the games were fun, the kites flew high, and everyone had a great time.

We were treated to a delightful lecture and breakfast provided by Israeli Bonds in honor of our Rebitzen Becky Winer.

As always, the year was full of learning and discovery for our children as they met with the Rabbi for ongoing Bar and Bat Mitzvah lessons.  This year proved special as we launched Continuing Education Programs for adults as well.  Classes include Hebrew Level 1 and 2, Introduction to Judaism, and various Torah study classes are ongoing.

Amidst all these wonderful celebrations, ongoing Shabbat services were attended by many, and of special note are all the life-cycle celebrations shared in our synagogue including:

Baby Namings: Jonah Wexler (Seth and Rene), Maya Eley (Michelle and Tim), The Lieberman Triplets and Garrison, (Phillip and Elizabeth), Elaina Cohen (Evan & Marcaux), Brendan Lederer (Cindy & Joseph)

Bar/ Bat Mitzvahs: Caitlin Whalen, Jeffrey Gluck, Michael Fried, Mark Wilson and Jeremy Wilson

 

Auf-Rufs: Beth and Dan Chehebar, Kim and Gregory Adler, Rosane and Neil Rathgeb, Faith and Jonathan Williams, Rachel and Joseph English.

Conversions: Stephanie Tallerie and Patrice Bye. 

These special times could not have happened without your support and generosity. As always your financial contributions go a long way.  As we have no formal dues structure, we rely on your generosity.  Plans for the upcoming year already include the same wonderful events enjoyed last year, and in addition will include the celebration of Sukkos, including the building of a Sukkah, a benefit golf tournament, guest lectures, movie nights, museum trips, and many other wonderful celebrations of our Jewish lives and heritage.  I urge everyone to make a commitment to our synagogue and its future.  A monthly pledge of as little as $18 (less than a day at the movies) will allow us to continue to grow and offer the programs and activities that better serve you and your family.  Have a great summer!

 What a year it has been...
                  What a year it will be!

Respectfully, Alec M. Messeroff



Congregation Amchah

Rabbi
Larry Winer

Cantorial Soloist
Ellari Mirabel

 President
Alec M. Messeroff

 Vice Presidents
Barry Glaser
Marty Glazer, Editor

Secretary / Treasurer
Becky Winer

Board Members
Larry Toroker, Past President
Shelley Glazer, Editor
Ann Schary
Bud & Theresa Singer
Bernie and Lila Weisfeld
Lucie Rousse
Eleanor Berman
Al Hazen
Rebecca & Martin Barmack

 

Contributors

Our thanks for your generosity…

Harold & Iris Abel, Shirley Attias, Martin & Rebecca Barmack, Ruth Barnes, Eleanor & Al Berman, Susan Bilheimer, Charles & Andrea Binstok, Richard Blank, Steven & Olga Cardonick, Robert Chehebar, Lawrence Davis, The Davis Family, William & Roberta Dunaief, Michelle & Tim Eley, Gloria Evans, Rhoda Feinberg, Marty & Shelley Glazer, Irma Gould, Mrs. Samuel Greenberg, Myrna Gross, Jonathan Guariglia, Dr. & Mrs. Jack Harris, Erica Hartman, Al Hazen, Jamie Huff, Mary Jackson, Ruth & Robert Kaplan, Anne Kennedy, Susan & Tom Kokus, Mr. & Mrs Jeffrey Konvitz, Jeff Kraus, David Lee & Family, Dr. Elliot Levitch, Tulia Lightfoot, Dick & Alice Long, Julie McConnell, Alec & Nancy Messeroff, Claire & Jerome Messeroff, Jay & Janice Messeroff, Rachel & Leonard Mirabel, Paul Pope, Hugo & Rodica Press, Milli Rais, Dr. Marvin Rosenblatt, Adele Rosenstock, Lucie Rousse, Hal Schaefer, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Schaefer, Anne & Ed Schary, Renee Serlin, Bud & Theresa Singer, Mr. & Mrs. Norman Sirota, Stan & Sara-Lee Sterling, Isabel Tabin, Stephanie & Paul Tallerie, Larry & Ruth Toroker, Peter Trachtenberg, Phyllis & Mort Wagner, Barry Wattenberg, Janet Weber, Bernie & Lila Weisfeld, The Whalen Family, Yvonne Williams, Paul & Lisa Wilson, & Mark Wilson.

 

     Why Send Hallmark?

Next time you decide to purchase a greeting card from a stationary store, why not consider purchasing one from us, and letting us send it for you.

We now offer customized greeting cards for all special occasions.  Send a personalized message to friends and family, and support Congregation Amchah at the same time.

Thank you Shelley Glazer who has volunteered to administer our greeting card program.  Just call her at (954) 565-4925 with your information, and she will do the rest.  Your only cost is a tax-deductible donation.

 

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Congregation Amchah - Donation and Dedication Opportunities

“Your Generosity Allows Us to Serve the Community as a Synagogue Serving All”

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                General Donations  

  • General Synagogue Fund

  • Rabbi’s Tzadakah Fund

  • Library Fund

  • Kiddush Fund

  • Flower Fund

  • Monthly Pledges

 
   Founder’s Level Annual Pledges  

  • KeterTorah

  • Chai

       

 $ 360 monthly
$ 180 monthly  

              

         Building Dedications  

  • Sanctuary                        

  • Rabbi’s Study                

 $ 36,000
$ 10,000  
       Sanctuary Dedications  

  • ARK                                  

  • Torah & Mantle

  • Cantor ‘s Podium

  • Torah Crown   

  • Stained Glass Panel (lg.)

  • Stained Glass Panel (sm.)

  • Sanctuary Chairs (10 )

 $ 18,000  
$ 12,000
$   7,200
$   3,600  
$   3,600 
$   1,800  
$      720  


Celebrate a Special Occasion by sponsoring a Kiddish

 Share your happiness by sponsoring a Kiddish after Services.  Honor a special occasion, a birthday, an anniversary, the birth of a child, a graduation, or any other life celebration in your life or the life of a family member or friend.

For further information, inquire at the Synagogue or call (954) 561-2003
  

 


 
Amchah Food Drive

 One of the basic concepts of Judaism is that of Tzadakah – doing that which is just and right.

We invite all to bring toiletries, canned goods and other non-perishable food items to the Synagogue for distribution to the homeless, the needy, and the hungry.

Please help us to help others !

 

The Tree of Life

Not only does the TREE OF LIFE enhance the beauty of our Shul, but also the purchase of a Leaf is a way to permanently commemorate a joyous occasion, or a special day in your life or the life of a family member or friend.

 Please consider the purchase of a Leaf or Stone on the Synagogue’s Tree Of Life.

Suggested Donation  
Leaf  $72.00      Stone $360.00

 

Memorial Plaques

A cast Bronze Plaque on our MEMORIAL TABLET is a dignified memorial for your loved ones who have passed on.

  Plaques are lit for a full week in observance of the Yahrzeit, and during all Yizkor Services.

Your loved one’s name is also memorialized at the Shabbos service preceding the Yahrzeit.

Suggested Donation  $180.00  
 

 


     I wish to make a donation to Congregation Amchah in the amount of $______________

     Type of Donation or Dedication:_____________________________________________

         In honor of        ____________________________________________

         In memory of     ____________________________________________

                         Name               _____________________________________

                         Address            _____________________________________

                         City, State, Zip _____________________________________

                         Phone (_____) ______________________________________
 

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From the Rabbi’s Desk…

I trust that all of you are enjoying the summer and are looking forward to the coming Synagogue year with anticipation.

In addition to looking forward, I would also encourage you to look inward.  The time before the High Holidays has traditionally been a time for introspection and self-discovery - a time for a spiritual inventory.  I believe that our spirituality as Jews is rooted in our interaction with the world around us.  To be Jewish... is to do Jewish.  As a tool to assist us in this, I would urge you to pick up a copy of Rabbi Joseph Telushkin's "Book of Jewish Values".  It is perhaps the best guide I have found for what I call Practical Judaism.

Rabbi Teluskin's book contains an entry for each day of the year. It contains 

paragraphs which discuss topics that range from the destructiveness of gossip, to when (if ever) it is permitted to lie, to what we should do as Jews when we hear the siren of an ambulance or fire truck.  Rabbi Telushkin has the gift of being able to write on ethics, Judaism and spirituality in an interesting and lively style.

Do yourself, a friend, or a family member a favor and pick up a copy.  I would particularly suggest using the various entries as a basis for discussion around the Shabbos table.  Try it and let me know how it works for you.

Regarding the upcoming High Holidays, I know that our Board would very much appreciate it if you could send your registration forms as soon as possible to avoid disappointment, as once again seating will be limited.  Also, if you would like to honor the memory of a loved one, by having

 

a hand cast bronze plaque mounted on our memorial board in time for the Yom Kippur Yizkor Service, it is necessary that it be ordered by no later then July 20th.

Our new season will begin on August 18, when we will call Jonathan Lee to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah.

Many exciting events for the upcoming year have been planned, including very special and innovative Services for the first Friday of each month, beginning in October.  Please plan to join us on the first Friday of each month or any Saturday morning, for Shabbos Services. Bring a friend and let them experience and enjoy the warmth and spirituality of a Congregation Amchah Shabbos.

In the meantime, be well, enjoy the summer, and may G-d bless you.

                     Rabbi Larry Winer

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 Congregation Amchah Photo Pages


The Congregation’s Spring Picnic at Plantation Heritage Park – May 6, 2001



Nancy Messeroff with Tim &
Michelle Eley with their
baby Maya at her first picnic.

 

Shelley and Ellen Glazer
having lunch with Eleanor
Berman and Adele Rosenstock.

Hal Schaefer chats with
Bud & Theresa Singer.
Nice ponytail Bud !



Tulla Lightfoot enjoying some lunch while Adele enjoys
the shady pavilion

 

Al Hazen with Bruce Fried.
Nice hat Al !
 That’s Seth Wexler behind them.

 

Everybody… the food’s on!
David Lee grabs a plate,
as Hali Charron digs in.

 
Rabbi and Ginger really “fell” for
the Tug-of-War. Alec hangs on as Caitlin captures the moment.		 Peter & Olga Cardonik and their
team putting their heart and
body into the tug.

Jessica Guariglia roots-on her
mom Lisa and her Grandpa Al
Berman.  Come on team…  pull !

 

Uh oh… trouble in the rear.
It doesn’t look good for this team !

 

Hal Schaefer with his dog Louie
coaching as everyone tugs.

 Rabbi Winer, Lila and Bernie
Weisfeld and Alec enjoying the
beautiful day and a cold drink.

Alec handing out balloons for the
toss.  Don’t drop it Becky !

 

 Okay…everybody toss.
Don’t let it burst !		 Sue & Larry White and Hali look on
as Annie  shows her balloon
animal to Becky.

Rabbi… how’s your Hotdog
asks Noah Wexler ?

 

Renee Wexler, Michael Whalen,
and Big Brother John

 

 Tom Whalen on the mound,
as Dillon heads to first		 Alec fire’s up the bbq.

Alexandra Lee
perched in a tree.

 

The Rabbi’s stunt
kite is flying high.

 

 Caitlin Whalen down on
one knee trying to hang on !		 Rabbi Winer and Becky
taking Louie for a walk.

Jonathan Lee leading
the tug-of-war.

 
 

Hal Schaefer Student Benefit Music Concert



Orchestra left.

 

Hal Schaefer and his student performers.

Orchestra right.
 

Shabbos Services – June 26, 2001



Stephanie Tallerie embraces the Torah
as she is welcomed into
our Jewish Community.

Cantor Ellari looks on as Rabbi Winer
offers a blessing at Dan & Beth
Chehebar’s Auf-Ruf.

Noah Wexler grabs the Auf-Ruf candy
(with a little help from the Rabbi).

Rebecca, Lila, Nancy, Shelley,
Irma and Becky.  All the ladies…
looking pretty !

Rebecca and Martin Barmack
after Shabbos Services.

Yvonne Williams, Susan & Sam
Bilheimer, Michelle & Maya,
and Shelley Glazer.