Friday Services start at 7:30 PM
December 2016
Saturday Services start at 10:30 AM
A Reform Congregation
FROM THE RABBI
Volume 12, Issue 6
Chanukah begins on Saturday evening, December 24th. Be sure to attend the candle lighting ceremony in
Valor Park in Market Common at 5:30 P.M. on December 24th followed by the Chanukah Happening at 7:00
P.M. at the temple. The following are some commonly asked questions about Chanukah:
How is the holiday spelled in English? In Hebrew, it is always spelled the same way. But because
there is more than one possible English letter equivalent for some Hebrew letters, there are various ways it is
spelled in English. The major problem is that there is no English letter or combination of English letters that
has the guttural sound used in pronouncing the name of the holiday. Chanukah is my preferred spelling. But
Hanukah, Hanuka, Hannukah and Hanukkah are also possibilities. Sometimes when an H rather than a Ch is used for the first
sound, a “.” is placed under the H to indicate the guttural sound.
How significant is the holiday? It is post-biblical and was traditionally considered a minor holiday. But Judaism has
evolved as a religion and it became more important with the passage of time, perhaps in response to a Christian holiday which
occurs about the same time of year.
Why do we celebrate the holiday? The holiday commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple by Judah the
Maccabee and his followers on the 25th day of Kislev in the year 165 B.C.E. after its desecration by the forces of King Antiochus,
a Syrian king who was a proponent of Greek culture. King Antiochus ruled over a Syrian empire, including the land of Judea. He
wanted all of his subjects to adhere to Greek culture and religious practices. He outlawed Jewish rituals and installed statues of
Greek gods in the temple in Jerusalem. In 168 B.C.E., there was a Jewish revolt led by the Maccabees, which, after three years,
was successful in routing the forces of King Antiochus. The temple was cleansed of Greek gods and rededicated as a Jewish
temple. The word Chanukah means dedication.
Why is the holiday celebrated for eight days? Most scholars believe the holiday is celebrated for eight days because
King Solomon dedicated the first temple on the holiday of Sukkot which, when Sh’mini Atzeret is added on, lasts for eight
days and Judah the Maccabee wanted to emphasize the importance of his rededication of the temple. However, there is a legend that the festival was instituted for eight days because the pure olive oil found in the temple , though sufficient for only one
day, miraculously burned for eight days, which allowed time for a new supply to be obtained.
Why is the holiday important? If the Maccabees had not been successful, Judaism might have been wiped out. Chanukah should be celebrated as a holiday of religious freedom.
How should the Chanukah menorah (Chanukiah) be lit? The lights are inserted into the menorah from right to left, but
the actual lighting is from left to right, beginning with the most recently added candle.
What foods are traditionally eaten on Chanukah? Foods made with oil. Potato latkes are a holiday favorite. In Israel, a
type of donut is eaten.
Chag sameach. Happy holiday.
Rabbi David Weissman
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
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SHABBAT SERVICES
We meet at 4023 Belle Terre Blvd, Myrtle Beach,
SC. Parking is located in front and in back of the
building.
A Reform Congregation
PO Box 51034
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
Our Friday evening services begin at 7:30pm.
There is an Oneg after services. On Saturday
mornings services begin at 10:30 am. A small
Kiddush is celebrated after services.
(843) 903-ONEG (6634)
FROM THE PRESIDENT:
TempleShalomMyrtleBeach.org
Rabbi
David Weissman
Board of Directors
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Lily Ann Revitch
Cookie Brenner
Robert Post
Flo Pflaster
At Large:
Bobby Guseman
MaryAnn Lempert
Felice Breidner
Natalie Kramer
Norbert Flatow
Michelle Foels
Committee Chairpersons
Calendar & Bulletin
Dine & Schmooze
Education
Finance
House Committee
Membership
Oneg
Publicity
Ritual Chairman
Webmaster
Food Bank Chair
Yahrzeit Notices
Sisterhood President
Brotherhood President
Dave Pflaster
Felice Breidner
Natalie Kramer
Rabbi Weissman
Lily Ann Revitch
Gabe Brenner
Burt Kramer
Flo Pflaster
Burt Kramer
Burt Kramer
Dave Pflaster
Natalie Kramer
Felice Breidner
Laurie Ward
Gabe Brenner
Contact webmaster [email protected]
Lily Ann is currently on vacation. The article below
is one written by David Pflaster for the December,
2009 bulletin when Sandy Lempert was President
and on vacation.
The holiday season is upon us. This should not be much of a
surprise to most of us since this season occurs every year. Usually we find people are more willing to interact with friends,
acquaintances and even strangers. This sudden, if but brief,
spurt of shared joy is characterized by a the basic feeling of
hope for a better future contrasted by the reality of the present
and immediate past.
We are ordered to celebrate the holiday season ( HAVE a
HAPPY Thanksgiving, HAPPY Hanukah, HAPPY NEW
YEAR). We are flooded with requests for donations in the mail,
on the TV and in front of stores. Will giving a toy to a child or
helping provide the funds for a holiday meal cure our problems ? Probably not, but we like to think so.
In the spirit of the holiday season let me pass along my wishes
of good health and happiness to all of us at Temple Shalom. My
wishes, though, extend through the year. May those of us undergoing treatments for various ills be treated successfully. May
those of us recovering from surgeries recover fully. May those
of who have lost loved ones find solace in the friendship and
knowledge that our congregation shares their loss.
It is said that when one door closes another door will open. In
the spirit of the season, I look forward for Temple Shalom to
find that open door.
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Harriette Firestone’s unveiling will be held
2pm December 4th at Southern Palms
Cemetery. Afterwards, a dessert reception
in Harriette’s honor will be hosted by Steve
and Jeff Firestone. The reception will be held
at Temple Shalom from 3 - 4:30pm.
Mi Sheberach list
We all pray that those who are mentioned on the Mi Sheberach list each Shabbat regain their health
and continue to join us. However, Beginning immediately, persons whose names are on the list will
be mentioned each Shabbat for a period of 30 days. If you want to extend that mention beyond the
30 days, please contact Rabbi Weissman each month as appropriate. As always, at Shabbat services you can add a name to the Mi Sheberach list.
ONEG
NEWS
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and now we can look forward to
the craziness of December! All of the onegs for 2016 are now fulfilled.
The available ones for the coming months are:
January 27: February 3: February 17: February 24 all of March and April as
well as others throughout 2017.
I appreciate those of you who have chosen to perform this mitzvah of doing one
or more onegs this year-you have made this "job" so easy!
Thanks,
Flo Pflaster
910-575-6243 [email protected]
CANDLE LIGHTING AT VALOR PARK AND HANUKKAH HAPPENING
Everyone is invited to attend the lighting of the first Chanukah candle on the
giant menorah in Valor Park (off Farrow Parkway) in Market Common led by
Rabbi David Weissman at 5:30 P.M. on Saturday, December 24th, followed at
7:00 P.M. by the Hanukkah Happening at Temple Shalom (reservations required
for the Hanukkah Happening).
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JOIN SISTERHOOD FOR
AN AFTERNOON
OF FRIENDSHIP AND FUN AT OUR
CHANUKAH/HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2016
12:30 PM
DAMON’S GRILL
MYRTLE BEACH OCEANFRONT
2985 S. OCEAN BLVD., MYRTLE BEACH, SC
PRIVATE ROOM WITH OCEANFRONT VIEW
Order anything off the menu
Most entrees under $10.00
Dessert Included
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY
MONDAY, DECEMBER 12TH
RSVP TO EITHER
Meryl Chiarello
or
Laurie Ward
843-399-0534
843-347-3114
[email protected]
[email protected]
--------------------------------------------A TIME OF CHARITABLE GIVING
Instead of gifting ourselves, we will be collecting a suggested $10.00 donation
to benefit a very deserving organization --NEW DIRECTIONS FOR FAMILIES
MYRTLE BEACH HAVEN
LOCATED ON CAMPBELL STREET
Myrtle Haven is a facility designed to provide shelter for homeless families and
Individuals, providing emergency and transitional housing, daily meals,
Back to Work/Back to Life program, job readiness program, support groups and individual
case management. They also provide non-residency support and assistance to at-risk children
and youth.
Thank you and enjoy!
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Sisterhood News
I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your families and friends!
Our November meeting was very well attended. There was much to discuss – especially the great
success of our fall fundraisers. Sisterhood made $1,000.00 on Attractions Books sales and our
Break the Fast was attended by over 40 members. Everyone enjoyed the delicious food and social
interaction. Thanks again to our chairs and their committees for their hard work.
Please join us for an afternoon of friendship and fun at our Chanukah Luncheon, scheduled for
Thursday, December 15, 2016 at 12:30 pm at Damon’s Grill on the waterfront in Myrtle
Beach. All female Temple members and their friends are welcome. Please RSVP to Meryl Chiarello
at [email protected] or to me at [email protected] no later than Monday, December
12, 2016. Please refer to the flyer in this bulletin for more details.
Sisterhood will also be sponsoring Hanukkah Happening on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at
7:00 pm at the Temple after the menorah lighting at Valor Park in the Market Common at 5:30 pm.
Light your menorahs, eat latkes, enjoy songs and games and win prizes as we celebrate on the first
night of Chanukah. Please see the flyer in this bulletin for more details.
Sisterhood is also currently sponsoring a sale of Rada knives, which make great gifts for Chanukah
and other holidays and occasions, as well as for yourselves. In addition to great knives, you can order other items such as specialty foods and other utensils. Please contact Wendy Margulies at 267987-8126 or at [email protected] for a catalogue and more details. This fundraiser will continue
for several months, so everyone has a chance to participate!
Sisterhood welcomes a new member of the Temple and a new member of Sisterhood, Marianne
(Honey) Chiocco. It is never too late to join Sisterhood. If you are not a member, please consider
joining us to serve the Temple and the greater Jewish community and community at large.
Our next meeting is scheduled for Monday, January 9, 2017 at 7:15 pm, followed by Sisterhood Shabbat on Friday, January 13, 2017 at 7:30 pm (rescheduled from November). I hope all
of you will attend as Sisterhood members conduct the service and sponsor the oneg!
Wishing you all a very Happy Chanukah, Happy New Year and a wonderful holiday season!
See you all in 2017, if not before,
Laurie Ward, Sisterhood President
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TEMPLE SHALOM
4023 BELLE TERRE BLVD
Myrtle Beach, SC
HANUKKAH
HAPPENING
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2016
7:00PM
Light Candles (Bring Your Menorah)
Eat Home-Made Latkes and Other
Traditional Foods, Enjoy Songs & Games
Adult Admission -- $15.00
Children 12 and under $10.00
Children under 4 free
TICKETS AVAILABLE IN ADVANCE OR AT THE DOOR
Checks payable to Temple Shalom Sisterhood,
Mail to: Temple Shalom,
P.O. Box 51034,
Myrtle Beach SC 29579
CALL 843-903-6634
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DONATIONS
Yahrzeits December
In Loving Memory
Dora Unger Grandmother of Lynn Kamchi Lynn Kamchi
Joseph Miletti
Linda & Si Kaplan
George Topaz Father of Lynn Sostrin
Lynn & Louis Sostrin
Tobey Honer
Mother of Philip Honer
Philip & Sheila Honer
Arlene Goldberer Sister of Sheila Komito Sheila Komito
Rose Goldberg Grandmother of Beth Crow
Beth Crow
Bea Milesky Robbins Cousin of Beth Crow Beth Crow
Roseann Slavins Wine Mother of Beth Crow Beth Crow
IN MEMORY OF RON CROW
James & Irene Klein
Sheila Komito Dave & Flo Pflaster
Ze'ev & Lily Ann Revitch
Norman & Sydelle Cohen
Art & Ina Falk Bob & Linda Post David Stoller Linda Kaplan
Alvin Hall Myrtle Trace Homeowers Association
Charles Falk
Brother
Shirley Schlanger
Mother
Menachem Hemerov Grandfather
Tobey Honer
Mother
George Topaz
Father
L.S. (Jimmy) Firestone Father
Arlene Goldberger
Sister
Henry Levine
Father
Josephine Reid
Sister
Michel J. Ciesla
Father
Ann Levine
Mother
of
of
of
of
of
of
of
of
of
of
of
Art
Dorothy
Ze'ev
Phil
Lynn
Steve
Sheila
Susan
Ron
Maryann
Susan
Falk
McCawley
Revitch
Honer
Sostrin
Firestone
Komito
Marks
Crow
Lempert
Marks
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8
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15
30
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IN REBEMBRANCE OF Joseph Miletti
David & Flo Pflaster
Holiday Donation
HOW DO I HELP TEMPLE SHALOM TO GROW ?
Birthday
Burt Kramer
December 1
Natalie Krmer
December 17
Robert Post
December 19
Beth Crow
December 23
Marianne Chiocco
December 26
Felice Breidner
December 28
Anniversary
Marcia & Robert Jacobs
December 27
Let me tell you some of the ways:
l. Support synagogue events.
2. Sponsor an Oneg
3. Join the Chai Club
4. Amazon Smile
5. Link Temple Shalom to your Kroger Card
6. Join Sisterhood
7. Join Brotherhood
8. Donations
Yahrzeit
Memorial Plaque
Purchase a Prayer Book
Mitzvahs
9. Purchase a cemetery plot
If you would like to participate in one of the
above and need some help please contact
LilyAnn Revitch or Linda Post.
From the editor’s desk
Deadline for January Bulletin is
December 23, 2016
Submission is via e-mail to :
[email protected]
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December 2016
1 Kislev— 2 tevet
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
Service: 7:30 PM
Oneg: Natalie &
Burt Kramer
Burt’s Birthday
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1 Kislev
Harriette
Firestone’s
unveiling will be
held 2pm at
Southern Palms
Cemetery. Reception to follow at
4PM at Temple.
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13
11 Kislev
12 Kislev
14
13 Kislev
Service: 7:30 PM
Oneg: Sheila
4 TISHREI
19 Kislev
14 Kislev
21 Kislev
16 Kislev
23
26 Kislev
27 Kislev
28 Kislev
24
30
29 Kislev
17 Kislev
No morning
services
today.
Menorah lighting at Valor
Park; 7:00 P.M.
- Hanukkah
Happening at
Temple Shalom
23 Kislev
22 Kislev
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6 TISHREI
Morning
Service: 7:30 PM
Oneg: Joan & Irving Service: 10:30AM
Bierman
24 Kislev
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Service: 7:30 PM
Oneg: Beth Crow
25 Kislev
10:30 A.M.
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16
15 Kislev
22
28
27
26
25
20 Kislev
10
12
13
Morning Service
5 TISHREI
Service: 7:30 PM
Oneg: Felice & Sam
Breidner
Felice’s Birthday
18 Kislev
3 Kislev
Komito
yahrzeit of
sister - Arlene
Goldberger
15 Sisterhood
luncheon
12:30 Damon’s
Grill on the waterfront in Myrtle Beach.
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Morning Service
10:30AM
2 Kislev
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3 TISHREI
2 TISHREI
1 TISHREI
12
18
7
6
7:30 PM
Adult Ed
29 ELUL
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SATURDAY
1 Tevet
Morning Service:
10:30AM
2 Tevet
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Brotherhood
At our meeting on November 14, Brotherhood discussed plans for a wine and cheese night
with a speaker and our first annual barbecue Memorial Day weekend. Dates will be announced soon.
All Temple Shalom members. The Board of Directors approved that its support of the can collection of
can tabs for Shriners Hospital. A bottle is on the front table in the temple. Any tin pop top from soda
and beer cans, dog and cat food cans, and some others are fair game. The Shriners Hospital in
Greenville, SC appreciates any and all donations of these pop tops and it is a valuable fund raising tool
for them. If you have questions, please contact Gabe Brenner at [email protected] or see
me at the temple.
Thanks for your help. Our kids appreciate it.
~ Brotherhood ~
President
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Phil Honer
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Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
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