2017-2018 / 5778 prayer, study & community catalogue · 6 congregation shir ha ma’alot •...

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Celebrating The Celebrating The

Music, Life & Soul ofMusic, Life & Soul of

Cantor Arië ShiklerCantor Arië Shikler

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M E M O R Y • M I T Z V A H • M E N T S C H M A K I N G • M A K I N G M E A N I N G

Rabbi Richard SteinbergThe Rona Perley Memorial

Senior Rabbinic Chair

Rabbi Richard Steinberg

Rabbi Sarah DePaoloAssistant Rabbi

The Jaffe Family Rabbinic Chair

Cantor Arië Shikler The Hollander Family Cantorial Chair

Beth Shikler The Loeb Family Executive Director Chair

Stacy Bleiweis Membership Director

Lynne KofflerBookkeeper

Lynda ClineCommunications /Graphic Design

Lindsey MorlanAssistant Executive Director

Heather Rosenthal Religious School Principal

The Alpert-Waldman Family Education Chair

Daylen DegelsmithDirector of Youth Engagement

Kat Key Entzminger Religious School Administrator

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Beth CarrollCo-president

Rachel HarmanCo-president

Sharon BlindellPast President

Heath LinerTreasurer

Mickey GubmanSecretary

Charlotte Radziminsky1st Vice-President

Carole Frankel2nd Vice-President

Rod Stern3rd Vice-President/Legal

BOARD MEMBERSLinda GreeneEllen Winters MillerDebra GoldmanRob FleishmanRaschel GreenbergTeri BassmanStephanie MitchellDavid TeincuffJamie EvansDavid SussonBob RadusLaura Van de MerghelKen PerlmanLisa MonetteBob YonowitzEileen LensonJerry Silver

BrotherhoodBrandon Mitchell, Co-President

Greg Brandt, Co-President

NaSHiM (SHM Women)Jamie Evans Co-Chair

Lysa Goldstein, Co-Chair

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Congregation Shir Ha-Ma’alot’s Purpose StatementCongregation Shir Ha-Ma’alot is a Reform Jewish community that provides a spiritual home guided by memory and

mitzvah, committed to mentsch making and making meaning.

Memory:• We have a sacred obligation to be guardians of the past and to remember those who came before us. We stand on their

shoulders.• We shall use our collective Jewish memory to guide us on our paths.• We will pass our tradition from generation to generation. We will cherish the past and we will create new Jewish memories for

those who come after us.

Mitzvah:• We will create a community, and by extension, a world, centered in good deeds.• We will serve as a place where people will be inspired to do mitzvot as part of their very being.• We will treat each other with kindness. We will be guided by the biblical dictum, “Love thy neighbor as thyself, I am the Lord

(Lev. 19:18)” and the Talmudic dictum, “What is hateful to you, do not do to another person. (Hillel)”. Our congregants and congregation as a whole will represent the best of humanity.

Mentsch Making:• We will recognize that every human being is created in God’s Image. Our community will emulate that Holy Reflection and all

will bask in its glow.• We will teach that everyone is special and has something unique to offer our community. In so teaching, we strive to further

deepen our relationships to each other, to our community and to the Eternal One.• We will create a holy community, beginning within the walls of the synagogue and then flowing outside the walls; in which

kindness abides, benefit of the doubt is common place and caring is paramount.

Making Meaning:• We recognize that Judaism marks time as holy. From our music to our meetings, every moment will be a time to make

meaning.• We will search for meaning in all that we do. In times of joy and in times of sadness, bringing a Jewish message to those

moments fills time with depth.• We will treat each minute, from the classroom to the boardroom, as a gift from God to be used wisely.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Honoring Cantor Arie ShiklerFacebook Group “Honoring Cantor Shikler.................... pg 7

Spring Gala Fundraiser ................................................. pg 7

Friday Night Live! Celebrations..................................... pg 8

Summer SeriesJuly Events & Services ................................................ pg 10

August Events & Services ........................................... pg 11

September Events & Services ..................................... pg 12

Adult LearningTorah Study ................................................................ pg 13

Adult B’nai Mitzvah .................................................... pg 13

Shabbat Service with guest, Rabbi Rick Jacobs .......... pg 13

Shabbat Service with guest, Dr. Rachel Korazim ........ pg 14

Living Room Learning ................................................ pg 14

Movie Mondays ......................................................... pg 14

Listen to Our OC Leaders ............................................ pg 15

Community ProgramsChavurot .................................................................... pg 16

Chesed ....................................................................... pg 16

Congregational Family Retreat ................................... pg 16

New Member Welcome Groups .................................. pg 16

Krav Maga Class ......................................................... pg 16

Book Discussion Group ............................................... pg 17

Brit Tikvah .................................................................. pg 17

Women’s Support Group ............................................ pg 17

Men’s Spirituality Group ............................................. pg 17

Men’s Retreat ............................................................. pg 17

SHM Brotherhood ...................................................... pg 18

Congregational Trip to Germany & Italy ..................... pg 18

NaSHiM (SHM Women) .............................................. pg 19

Living Room Learning ................................................ pg 20

Women’s Seder .......................................................... pg 20

Spring Gala Fundraiser ............................................... pg 20

JFFS Family Services at SHM (New Program!)............. pg 21

Shabbat & Special Services2017-18 Special Services at a Glance ......................... pg 22

Shabbat Service with guest, Rabbi Rick Jacobs .......... pg 22

Family Shabbat Services ............................................ pg 23

Tot Shabbat Services .................................................. pg 23

Hot Challah Club ........................................................ pg 23

Shabbat Service with guest, Rabbi Uri Regev ............. pg 23

Shabbat Service with guest, Dr. Jeffrey Glass “Honoring Those Who Protect Us” ........................... pg 23

Shabbat Service with Installation of Rabbi Sarah DePaolo with guest, Rabbi Helene Ferris .............................. pg 24

Shabbat Service with guest, Dr. Rachel Korazim ........ pg 24

Shabbat Services with Youth Band ............................. pg 24

Shabbat Services with Adult Choir ............................. pg 24

Shabbat Services with Temple Musicians ................... pg 24

Friday Night Live! Shabbat Celebrations ..................... pg 25

Holidays at SHM5778 High Holy Days Schedule ................................... pg 26

Sukkot ....................................................................... pg 27

Simchat Torah & Kindergarten Consecration .............. pg 27

Chanukah Service ...................................................... pg 27

Purim Shpiel & Carnival ............................................. pg 27

Passover Seders & Services ........................................ pg 28

Yom HaShoah Services ............................................... pg 28

Yom Ha’Atzmaut Israel Celebration ............................ pg 28

Shavuot Service & Study ............................................ pg 29

Social Action ProgramsHolocaust Survivor Luncheons ................................... pg 29

Red Cross Blood Drive ................................................ pg 29

Yad Vashem Names Project ........................................ pg 29

Jessica Herron Sharing & Caring Program .................. pg 30



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Family ConnectionsFamily Camps ............................................................. pg 31

Family Experiences in the Community ....................... pg 31

Family Shabbat Services ............................................ pg 31

Hot Challah Club ........................................................ pg 31

Holiday Celebrations .................................................. pg 32

Congrgational Family Retreat .................................... pg 32

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Family Workshops ........................... pg 32

Youth ProgramsSHMoFTY (Grades 9-12) ............................................. pg 33

JiFTY (Grades 6-8) ...................................................... pg 33

MiTY (Grades 4 & 5) ................................................... pg 33

Mini-MiTY (Grades 2-3) ............................................. pg 34

Jr Congregation (Grades 3-7) ..................................... pg 34

Teen Shabbat (Grades 8-12) ....................................... pg 34

Musical Theater (New Program!) ................................ pg 34

Youth Band ................................................................ pg 34

Religious SchoolEarly Childhood .......................................................... pg 35

1st–6th Grade Judaica ............................................... pg 35

1st–6th Grade Hebrew .............................................. pg 36

7th Grade ................................................................... pg 36

8th Grade ................................................................... pg 37

9th Grade ................................................................... pg 37

10th Grade Confirmation ........................................... pg 37

11th & 12th Rappin’ with the Rabbi ........................... pg 38

Madrichim ................................................................. pg 38

Temple MeetingsAnnual Congregational Meeting ................................ pg 39

Executive Committee Meetings .................................. pg 39

Board of Trustees Meetings ........................................ pg 39

Education Committee Meetings ................................. pg 39

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A L I F E T I M E O F B E L O N G I N GA L I F E T

Arie Shikler was born in Palestine under the British rule, before Israel was Israel, to Polish

immigrant parents Moshe and Shulamit Shikler and has an older sister Ilana. He grew up

in Ramat Gan and showed very early talent in art. At the age of ten Arie entered and won

a city-wide art competition. The event led to the opening of Beit Emanuel, an art school

for gifted children where he was the star. He also studied privately with Avraham Tavori, a known art

master.

Arie was athletic and participated in many sports. He was very popular with many friends in the

neighborhood and beyond his youth; was full of fun. Although he played a recorder as many kids there

did, it was the guitar he received as a gift for his fifteenth birthday that changed his life. With his high

school friend Memi, they formed a duo and performed at parties and clubs.

Before being drafted to the army Arie auditioned for a spot in the Central Command ISO group but the

letter of acceptance arrived after he began training to be a Morse Code operator. A show biz career

was missed when his superior commander refused to transfer him to the ISO. Instead he enlisted in

cadet school and became a radio officer continuing to play guitar and was in charge of entertainment

in addition to his duties on the base. His sense of humor and ability to do impressions led to many fun

times.

After the service, he was hired by the Ministry of Posts along with four other radio officers who finished

their mandatory service. They were tasked with a goal to bring the country’s entire communication

systems under one central control. All radio and telephone infrastructure was to be supervised and

controlled from their brand new high-rise office in the Shalom Tower in Tel Aviv. Later this evolved into

Bezek, the government owned entity.

The Six Day war found Arie a year later in the Sinai fighting as a brigade communication officer under

Col. Kuti Adam who reported to Gen. Arik Sharon, the Division commander. They fought a fierce and

successful fight in Abu Ageila, a strategic Russian built fortified complex controlling the main road into

the Peninsula. The war played a part in his desire to study abroad where there were “no wars”. He was

accepted at Cal State University at Long Beach in the Industrial Design program. He continued to draw

and paint and sold out a complete exhibition of his paintings while a student at CSULB.

It was during those years, that in order to make ends meet he taught seventh grade Hebrew at Temple

Beth Emet in Anaheim and was discovered by our founding rabbi, Bernie King, who offered him the



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cantor’s job for services and life cycles. The Temple was called

Harbor Reform Temple in those days and services were held at

St. James church on Lido Isle. Later they moved to the Balboa

Peninsula’s Christ Church By The Sea. A man of many interests

Arie learned how to fly a single engine aircraft and enjoyed it

very much. He doubled as a cantor and an industrial designer

until a move to Europe in 1975. Arie worked as chief Designer

for Fokker Aircraft in Amsterdam, a job that brought him to

distant lands in Africa and Asia. He was involved with airlines

and executive planes, many of them ordered by heads of state.

A phone call from Rabbi King in 1978 brought Arie and his young

family back to the congregation that missed him during the

three years he was gone. He resumed his cantorial duties and

went to work for Fleetwood Enterprises as design manager of

class C motor homes, where he invented a few patents for the

company. The Temple was now located in East Bluff’s St. Mark

Church and Arie worked during the week at Tiger Air in Burbank.

A few years later he opened his own consulting firm and was

involved with a variety of projects ranging from medical and

consumer products to executive interiors. The largest of these

projects was a Jetfoil ship designed for King Fahd of Saudi

Arabia. Friday nights and Saturday mornings at temple were his

sweet escape from the pressures of the corporate world and a

spiritual refuge. His three children grew up at temple, literally.

He took a job as director of design at Auto Shade, a company in

the San Fernando Valley. And it was in 1994 that Arie became

our full time cantor. During that time Cantor Shikler has recorded

five full length CD’s of original work. Under his leadership, SHM

has instituted the Friday Night Live Program, a youth choir and

youth band, an Adult Choir, yearly concerts, a congregational

musicians band and adds flavor and spirituality to all that

he does.

Beyond his congregational family, Cantor Shikler is married to

Beth Shikler (also our Executive Director) and his children are

Karen (Tim), Merav (Adam), Alexandra (Joe) and his son Gidon

(Andrea) who is a frequent guest performer at Friday Night Live

and annual concerts all live in the US. He has 2 grandchildren,

Elijah and Isaac.

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SHM GALA FUNDRAISER

2018 Spring GalaHonoring Cantor Arie Shikler

Saturday, April 28th at 6:00 pm

Watch your in-box and the Ma’alot for Gala updates and

join us for our annual Gala Fundraiser in support of

the programs and events at Shir Ha-Ma’alot. Join us

for this elegant adult evening with dinner, dancing,

entertainment, and much more.

EVERYONE IS INVITED

Be a part of Honoring Cantor Shikler on Facebook Share your memories, photos, good wishes, etc.

Find the page by entering “Honoring Cantor Shikler” in the Facebook search bar. This is a public group created by Wendi Fast.



FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE! ~ EVERY MONTH A CELEBRATION!

Arie’s Favorite Jewish SongsFriday, July 28th at 7:30 pm

As we begin our year of celebrating Cantor Shikler, we thought there was no better way to begin

than with his favorite music. Start the celebration right by showing up this night!

Original Music of Cantor Arie ShiklerFriday, August 25th at 7:30 pm

As we continue our year of celebrating Cantor Shikler, we knew there was no better way to honor

him than with his original music. Plese join us for this powerful and moving service.

Hebrew Jazz XVII featuring a tribute from Jerry Silver

Friday, October 27th at 7:30 pm

Cantor Shikler will perform our favorite Hebrew Jazz

songs with his Friday Night Live! band tonight and he

will be honored by SHM temple member, Jerry Silver

Kids Come Home to Sing with Cantor featuring a tribute from

Wendy & Bruce Gary

Friday, November 24th

at 7:30 pm

Cantor has taught and performed with

many, many young singers and musicians

over the years. His youth choir members—past and present

will join in honoring their Cantor tonight. SHM temple members

Wendy and Bruce Gary will honor the Cantor this evening

as well.

Cantor Sings with Kim Cohenfeaturing a tribute from

Don Abrams and Marc Franklin

Friday, January 26th at 7:30 pm

Temple member Kim Cohen and Cantor Shikler have

performed together many times over the years. Kim

has a beautiful voice that blends so well with the

Cantor. She will be back on the bimah with Cantor

and the FNL Band. We will also have SHM members,

Don Abrams and Marc Franklin this evening to pay

tribute to the Cantor.

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Cantor Sings with Duvid Swirskyfeaturing a tribute from Yossie & Dana Hollander

Friday, February 23rd at 7:30 pm

Duvid Swirsky, of the Moshav Band has joined Cantor Shikler for a

number of his annual concerts in support of the Friday Night Live!

program. Duvid will be here this evening to join his dear friend

one more time. We will also have a tribute to the Cantor from SHM

members, Yossie & Dana Hollander.

Cantor Sings with the SHM Adult Choir featuring Matt Martinez

and a tribute from Ron Elter

Friday, March 23rd at 7:30 pmCantor Shikler, the SHM Adult Choir, and the high

holy days go hand in hand. One without the other

would not be as moving or special an event. The

choir will join Cantor and the band to perform

many of the Cantor’s favorite songs. We will also have a tribute to

Cantor Shikler from SHM member, Ron Elter.

Due to Passover this is not the last Friday

Gidon Shikler Pays Tribute to his Fatherfeaturing a tribute from The Shikler Family

Friday, April 27th at 7:30 pm

As the culmination of a year of Friday Night Live! performances

especially designed to honor our beloved Cantor, Gidon, Arie’s

son will join him and the band for a night of song and love that

will be sure to leave not a dry eye in the house! Gidon with his

sisters, Karen and Merav, and the rest of the Shikler clan pay

tribute to Arie this evening.



Friday, July 7thFamily Shabbat Service, “Swimming Shabbat” JCC Pool, 1 Federation Way, IrvineTurn onto Federation Way from Turtle Ridge Drive. Enter the JCC at the main entrance and you will be directed to the pool.Service at 7:00 pm / Oneg & Swim, 7:45 pmCome join us for this unique celebration of Shabbat. From cross-ing the Red Sea, to swimming in the Mediterranean, water has much symbolism in Judaism. Join us for a creative service and a great time. Don’t forget your swim suit!

Friday, July 14th at 7:30 pmShabbat Service with Board of Trustees Installation Mormon Center, 23 Lake Rd., IrvineCome honor the leaders of our Temple as we celebrate their accomplishments and renew our faith with Shabbat.

Friday, July 21st at 6:00 pmTot Shabbat Service “Arts & Crafts”Las Lomas Park, Community Park Craft Room,

10 Federation Way, IrvinePark is at the corner of Federation Way and Turtle Ridge Drive. Parking available in the lot off Federation Way. Craft Room is accessed through the Community Center.Join us for a fun-fi lled Shabbat service designed for our smallest congregants! Celebrate Shabbat with us followed by a crafting session for our tots!

Friday, July 21st at 7:30 pmShabbat Service with Mentsch of the Quarter & panel discussion “How to Be Happy” Mormon Center, 23 Lake Rd., Irvine

Happiness is a choice. Join us as some of our happiest congre-gants share their ability to see the cup of life as half-full all the time. Come hear these members share their insights on how to choose to be happy. Panel: Karen Busch, Hope Sherwood White, Jamie Evans, and Neil Neimark

Friday, July 28th at 7:30 pmFriday Night Live! Shabbat Service, “Arie’s Favorite Jewish Songs”Mormon Center, 23 Lake Rd., Irvine

As we begin our year of celebrating Cantor Shikler, we thought there was no better way to begin than with his favorite music. Start the celebration right by showing up this night!

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Friday, August 4th“Shabbat at the Beach”Bring Your Picnic Dinner at 6:00 pmFamily Shabbat Service at 6:45 pmBig Corona del Mar Beach, 3001 Ocean Ave, Corona del MarThis Shabbat at the beach allows us to celebrate the Sab-bath amidst the ocean, sand, moon and stars. It’s fun for the whole family and inspiring for all. (parking is $15-carpooling is recommended)

Friday, August 11th at 6:30 pm****Note: Special start time

The Beauty of Shabbat in Nature Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve Center, Peter & Mary Muth Interpretive Center, 2301 University Drive, Newport Beach

Nature center is on a small paved path .2 miles after Irvine Ave crosses University Dr in Newport Beach. This is not University Dr in Irvine. Parking is available at the Center.Special time and location! Come enjoy the amazing com-bination of Shabbat and the peaceful panoramic view of Newport’s Back Bay Nature Preserve.

Friday, August 18th at 7:30 pmShabbat Service with Sermon by Rabbi Sarah DePaoloMormon Center, 23 Lake Rd., IrvineCome to welcome Rabbi Sarah DePaolo to SHM and enjoy her fi rst sermon as our new Assistant Rabbi.

Saturday, August 19th at the JCC Pool“Splish Splash Tot Shabbat” 9:00 am Service / 9:45 am Swim & OnegSplash Pad Pool Area, 1 Federation Way, IrvineTurn onto Federation Way from Turtle Ridge Drive. Enter the JCC at the main entrance and you will be directed to the pool.Special location and start time! Join us for a Saturday morning service for our little ones to equate Shabbat with good times…Bring your child to this unique Shabbat ex-perience at the pool. Oneg & swimming to follow at 9:45 am.

Friday, August 25th at 7:30 pmFriday Night Live! Shabbat Service, “Original Music of Cantor Arie Shikler”Mormon Center, 23 Lake Rd., IrvineAs we continue our year of celebrating Cantor Shikler, we thought there was no better way to begin than with his original music.

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Friday, September 1stFamily Shabbat Service “Sunset Shabbat in the Park”Mason Regional Park, Shelter #5, 18712 University Drive, Irvine

Bring Your Picnic Dinner at 6:00 pmFamily Shabbat Service at 7:00 pm

We have been called the wandering Jews. Soon our wandering will end as we move back home, but this last Shabbat in the wilderness will be celebrated at the local park. Our Shabbat light will sparkle in the dark. There is a $3.00 entry fee per vehicle.

Friday, September 8th at 7:30 pmShabbat Service with Rabbi SteinbergMormon Center, 23 Lake Rd., Irvine

Friday, September 15thMormon Center, 23 Lake Rd., Irvine

• Tot Shabbat Service at 6:30 pm“Jump High for the High Holy Days”

• Shabbat Service at 7:30 pmSermon by Rabbi Sarah DePaolo

Saturday, September 16thAt the home of Eyal and Yael Aronoff .

RSVP is required, parking directions sent when

registered. Attendees will be shuttled to the house.

S’lichot Dessert Reception at 9:00 pmS’lichot Service at 9:30 pm

Friday, September 22nd at 7:30 pmMormon Center, 23 Lake Rd., Irvine

Shabbat Shuvah, “Return Again”

Please note: we will not have a Friday

Night Live! service in September

Sunday, October 1stFirst Day of Religious School at Tarbut V’Torah, Lower Campus

5200 Bonita Canyon Road, Irvine

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Weekly Lessons of Life: Torah StudyRABBI STEINBERG AND RABBI DE PAOLO

Saturdays at 8:30 amEach week our Torah portion invites us to search our souls

for meaning, memories, mitzvah, and lessons on how to be

a mentsch. We read the Torah over and over again each year,

increasing our insight into its depth. Study the weekly Torah

portion with the Rabbis and gain inspiration that will nourish

your soul. You will have food for thought that will nourish your

soul. Weekly study is an essential part of Jewish life.

Adult B’nai MitzvahTAUGHT BY RABBI STEINBERGSundays at 9:45–10:45 am

This year-long intensive course is

designed for students who wish

to learn Hebrew, basic Judaism,

and read Torah at the conclusion

of the class. Be part of the great

mitzvah of lifelong learning. The

classes require a commitment of

time, energy, and devotion. No

prior Judaic or Hebrew knowledge

is required, although, knowledge

of the letters is helpful. No fee for the class (a $20 book is

required and can be purchased from the temple office) however

registration is appreciated. Register online or by calling the

temple office. You

• October 8 (class starts), 15, 22, 29• November 5, 12• December 3, 10, 17• January 7, 21, 28• February 4, 11, 25• March 11, 25• April 8, 15, 22, 29• May 6, 20

Lifelong LearningRABBI STEINBERG AND RABBI DE PAOLOJoin us for one or all of these sessions with our rabbis. Bring your

lunch (or dinner in the case of 12/13/17) and relax and learn.

October 18th at 12:00 pm “The Struggle Between the Brain and the Heart” with Rabbi SteinbergOur mortality is a twofold matter—a wrestling match often

between the brain and the heart. Judaism offers us a pathway.

December 13th at 7:00 pm“What is Chanukah?” with Rabbi DePaolo It may be one of the most popular and recognizable of the

Jewish holidays, but where and when does this beloved holiday

come from? We’ll study the texts that inform our understanding

of Chanukah, and what it celebrates.

February 14th at 12:00 pm“Love Jewish Style” with Rabbi DePaolo February 14th is not the Valentine’s Day in Judaism, although

Judaism has much to say about marriage, love and relationships.

Join us for this thoughtful session.

April 11th at 12:00 pm“Stories that Inspire” with Rabbi Steinberg The Holocaust is forever in our heart. Come learn of the

inspirational stories that derived from pain and suffering. These

stories will lift your spirit and inspire you.

• September: 2, 9• October: 7, 14, 21, 28• November: 4, 11, 18• December: 2, 9, 16• January: 6, 13, 20, 27• February: 3, 10, 17, 24• March: 3, 10, 17, 24

• April: 7, 14, 21,28• May: 5, 12, 19• June: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

No Torah Study on 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 11/25, 12/23, 12/30, 3/31, 5/26

Mark Your Calendar: SHABBAT SERVICE WITH SPECIAL GUEST,

RABBI RICK JACOBSPresident of the Union for Reform Judaism

Friday, March 16th, 2018Richard “Rick” Jacobs was among a group of American Reform rabbis that called for “urgent change” in the Reform movement. He focuses on environmentalism, social justice and liberal Zionism alongside traditional worship.

He has served on the boards of several Jewish organizations, including the World Union for Progressive Judaism, American Jewish World Service and the New Israel Fund.He is listed as number six in Th e Daily Beast and Newsweek’s list of “America’s Top 50 Rabbis for 2013” and holds position 26 on the Jerusalem Post’s 2012 list of “50 most infl uential Jews in the world.”

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Living Room LearningLED BY RABBI STEINBERG AND RABBI DE PAOLOThis program, designed for women, will cover issues, concerns

and topics in a safe, intimate and warm environment. This year

are evening meetings as well as mornings.

October 11th at 10:00 am

“Who is Eve?” with Rabbi DePaolo at the home

of Jane Fischel

December 6th at 7:00 pm

“Seeking Out Wisdom” with Rabbi DePaolo at

the home of Rachel Harman

February 7th at 10:00 am

“What Do You Mean Moses’ Wife was not

Jewish?” with Rabbi DePaolo at the home of

Debra Goldman

April 26th at 7:00 pm

“Are You Who You Want to Be?” with Rabbi

Steinberg at the home of Harriet Malmon

June 6th at 10:00 am

“Getting What I Want” with Rabbi Steinberg

at the home of Arlene Taslitz

Shabbat Service with Dr. Rachel Korazim Friday, April 13th at 7:30 pm

As a teacher at some of Israel’s most

distinguished education institutions, Dr.

Korazim will bring her incredible insights

on early Zionism, the Holocaust and Israeli poetry. Born in

Israel, Dr. Korazim is a graduate of Haifa University with a

Ph.D. in Jewish Education and has vast experience in Jewish

education and curriculum development, both in Israel and the

Diaspora.

Movie Mondays11:30 amForget the theater – come to

Temple to watch the best Jewish

themed movies. Eat your

lunch, watch the movie

with friends and then join in

an active discussion about the

movies’ themes, meanings and

insights led by Rabbi Steinberg

APRIL 2ND

Deli ManAt last, the deli documentary you’ve

been waiting for! Erik Greenberg

Anjou’s film explores Jewish culture

as it reflects the heart of a vital

ethnic history. Indulge in the deli

foods you love and learn about the

traditions that make deli one of America’s great cuisines.

JUNE 4TH

Crimes & Misdemeanors

Judah is a philandering eye doctor

who wants to preserve his marriage.

Twinned with Judah’s tale is that of

Cliff Stern, a documentary filmmaker

whose problems, which involve love

and art, are tame but funny.

JUNE 25TH

A Serious Man Larry Gopnik is a physics professor

at a 1960s university, but his life is

coming apart at the seams. Larry

seeks advice from three different

rabbis, but whether anyone can

help him overcome his many

afflictions remains to be seen.



LISTEN TO OUR

ORANGE COUNTY LEADERS

Rabbi Steinberg will interview these four fascinating people about their careers, their views and their thoughts about the future of our

County. There will be time for questions and answers as well. Bring you lunch and schmooze with the people who make a difference in

our lives. Unless noted, events will be held at the Kraut Education Center on the SHM Campus, Irvine.

Orange County Sheriff Sandra HutchensThursday, September 14th

at 11:30 amSmart Circle Office, 4490 Von Karman Ave, Newport Beach 92660

Sandra Hutchens is the current Sheriff-

Coroner of Orange County, California.

She was appointed to the position on June 10, 2008. Prior to her

appointment, she was retired from the position of division chief

within the Los Angeles County Sheriff ’s Department. In the June

2010 California Primary Election, she won a majority of the votes

and is currently serving her first full term as Sheriff. Hutchens

was raised in Long Beach, California. Shortly after graduating

from high school she was hired as a secretary for the Los Angeles

Sheriff ’s Department and later graduated from the Sheriff ’s

Academy. She is a graduate of the University of La Verne with a

degree in Public Administration as well as a graduate of the FBI

Academy.

Orange County Supervisor Todd SpitzerThursday, November 2nd

at 11:30 am

Todd Spitzer is an Orange County

Supervisor and former California State Assemblyman. He led the

successful campaign to pass Marsy’s Law for All, the organization

formed after the 2008 passage of California’s Victims’ Bill of

Rights Act of 2008: Marsy’s Law. As an Assistant District Attorney

in Orange County, Spitzer handled criminal matters and

supervised line prosecutors. Spitzer joined the Orange County

DA’s Office in 1990 and served until 1997. During this period

Spitzer developed his interest in victims’ rights.

Rusty Kennedy, CEO OC Human Relations CouncilThursday, January 4th

at 11:30 am

Responding to the need for proactive

approaches to the intolerance,

discrimination, and intergroup conflict in Orange County,

Rusty built a wide collaborative of key stakeholders in

business, education, faith, law enforcement and neighborhood

communities, creating the nonprofit “OC Human Relations

Council” in 1991. He developed an inclusive, multi-generational,

multi-ethnic, skilled board and staff to support this nonprofit’s

mission, crafted in his vision to unite and empower communities

and promote positive change in Orange County.

Chief David MaggardSunday, March 11th

at 11:30 am

David L. Maggard, Jr., a distinguished

30-year law enforcement veteran, was

announced in 2016 as the next Chief of

Airport Police Division (APD). Maggard

joined Los Angeles World Airports—

LAWA—in November 2015 as Assistant Airport Police Chief

for Operations after 13 years as Chief of Police and Director of

Public Safety for the City of Irvine, CA, where he led 450 public

safety professionals, implemented an innovative personnel

deployment model known as Geographic Based Policing which

serves as a model for other jurisdictions, and created a nationally

acclaimed Area Traffic Officer program. At VNY, he recently

worked with tenants to improve security at the general aviation

airport—by addressing safety concerns while enhancing

relationships with local law enforcement partners.

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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

ChavurotChavurah, Hebrew for “friendship group,” enables members of our Congregation to get

acquainted with one another in smaller, more intimate groups based upon compatible

needs and interests. Consisting of 7-12 households, these groups meet regularly for

socializing and planning religious, educational, or cultural activities. Contact Carole

Frankel at [email protected] for more information.

ChesedOur Chesed Committee is the soul of our Congregation. This committee focuses on the

needs of our congregants in times of joy and difficulty. When a baby is born, Chesed

responds. When a loved one dies, Chesed is there. When one needs a ride to services,

Chesed is there. If you would like to volunteer with this special group of people contact

Laura Van de Merghel at [email protected].

New Member Welcome GroupsSunday, October 8th at 9:45 amSunday, October 22nd at 9:45 amSunday, December 3rd at 9:45 am

When you choose to join SHM, you become part of our sacred

community. We look forward to getting to know you, and having

you get to know other new members by pulling together groups

of new members at similar stages of life, to hear one another’s

stories. Each group of peers will be sent an invitation. We hope

to see you there.

Krav Maga Class3rd Wednesday of month at 6:30 pm

Classes begin after High Holy Days

Join us at temple for an evening of Isaeli self defense instruction

with a Krav Maga of Orange County instructor. No experience

is necessary and all ability levels are welcome! Wear workout

clothing. Mouth-guard an/or cup recommended. No fee for

these classes, register on our website (www.shmtemple.org) or

call the temple office.

CONGREGATIONAL

FAMILY RETREAT

January 12–14, 2018 at Camp Hess Kramer,

Malibu CA

Take the family away to beautiful Malibu for a weekend at camp

for the entire family! Join the clergy and staff for an uplifting

and inspiring Shabbat filled with family, friends, prayer, study,

celebration, music and much, much more! This weekend is for

adults and children of all ages to join with other SHM families

and friends in the relaxed and beautiful camp environment in

Malibu. This is a family experience you do not want to miss!



Book Discussion Groupat the home of Ruth Shulman

This ongoing group reads and discusses books of all genres, not

only Jewish themed books. If you are interested, please contact

Ruth Shulman at [email protected]

September 12th at 6:30 pm: Discussing “Boston

Girl” by Anita Diamant

November 14th at 6:30 pm (Book to be

determined)

January 24th at 6:30 pm: Discussing “A Guide for

the Perplexed” by Dana Horn. This evening will

be a partnership with Nashim

February 27th at 6:30 pm (Book to be

determined)

SUPPORT GROUPS

Brit Tikvah: Support Group for Parents of Children withSpecial NeedsThis ongoing program provides a safe place to discuss the joys

and difficulties families face, and how to ensure your child feels

safe, affirmed and loved in a Jewish environment.

Women’s Support GroupFACILITATED BY EILEEN LENSONThe group provides a safe, supportive environment to

explore issues specific to women. The group is comprised of

women striving to stretch their comfort zones and examine

issues, feelings and beliefs that lead to self-acceptance

and authenticity. If you are interested in joining this group,

please contact Eileen Lenson at 949-854-2200.

MEN’S SPIRITUALITY RETREAT

SAVE YOUR SPOT NOW…SPACE IS LIMITED

2017 Men’s Spirituality Retreat

NOVEMBER 17TH19TH, 2017

PALA MESA RESORT2001 OLD HWY 395, FALLBROOK, CA 92028

760 7316803

Men’s Spirituality GroupFACILITATED BY RABBI STEINBERG

Meets the 2nd Tuesday of month at 7:30 pm

Join Rabbi Steinberg for this exploration into universal issues

that all men face. Young, old, or somewhere in-between, we will

discuss subjects such as relationships, business, sexuality and

spirituality. In a confidential setting we will be able to share and

talk about what it means to be a man as defined by Judaism, by

modernity and ultimately by one’s self.

October 10th

November 14th

December 12th

January 9th

February 13th

March 13th

April 10th

May 8th

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WE ARE GOING TO GERMANY AND ITALYMAY 1ST13TH, 2018LED BY RABBI STEINBERG

GERMANY: MAY 17ITALY: MAY 713CONTACT THE TEMPLE OFFICE AT 9498572226 FOR MORE INFORMATION OR EMAIL LINDSEY MORLAN AT [email protected]

SHM BROTHERHOOD

Brotherhood is a great way for the men of Shir Ha-Ma’alot to socialize and get involved in the life of the Temple. We host social

activities like poker night, billiards tournaments, and parties for watching important sporting events. Not to be overlooked is our

spirit of volunteerism as the Brotherhood takes charge of the bagel sales every Sunday during religious school. All proceeds support

Brotherhood activities,Temple programming, and scholarships.

Mark your calendar and join us:

July 22nd: Angels Game

August 24th: Steve Bisheff, NFL Draft &

UCLA/USC Football

September 10th: NFL Kickoff Party at Classic Q

November 17-19: Men’s Retreat at Pala Mesa

January 18th: Poker Night at

David Teincuff’s house

February: Jewish Movie Festival

March 15th: March Madness

April: K1 Racing

May: Wine Event

CONGREGATIONAL TRIP TO GERMANY & ITALY



Team Nashim Walking GroupSunday mornings, 9:30–10:30 am

Meet at SHM and walk from there.

October 8 November 19

January 7 February 4

March 11 April 29

Girls Night Out: Taco Tuesday at El Torito GrillTuesday, October 17 at 6:30 pm

OC Mega Challah BakeThursday, October 26

(Time & location to follow)

Watch for more information in the monthly newsletter.

Reservations will be made directly to OC Mega Challah Bake as

soon as they are open.

Nashim Members Only: A Special Evening with Rabbi DePaoloThursday, November 9 at 6:00 pm

Judaica Art EventSunday, December 3 at 10:00 am

Silk painting, jewelry making and more in preparation for

Chanukah.

Nashim Day in Jewish LASunday, January 21, 9:30 am–4:30 pm

Event details to follow, watch your email and Ma’alot newsletter

for updates.

Nashim Partners with the Book ClubWednesday, January 24 at 6:30 pm

home of Ruth Shulman

Rabbi DePaolo will lead an engaging discussion of “A Guide for

the Perplexed” by Dara Horn. Purchase your copy today!

Girls Night Out: Game NightThursday, February 15 at 6:30 pm

Hamantashen HappeningsSunday, February 25 at 4:00 pm

Join with Nashim for a fun afternoon of hamantashen making to

nurture our community with mishloach manot (sweet gifts) and

treats for the Purim Carnival.

Braid, Beverage and BuySpring 2018 (Date & time to follow)

Join with Nashim to dedicate the new gift shop during this

special evening of wine and cheese, shopping, and a bonus;

challah baking!

Women’s SederSunday, March 18 at 4:00 pm

Bring your mother, daughters, sisters and friends including

women of other faiths! Before you prepare for Passover, take a

break to celebrate the Festival of Freedom with other women

and Rabbi Sarah DePaolo. You’ll make new memories while we

recall the past during our catered multi-generational Passover

Seder. Guests are welcome. Let us know if you would like to

participate in the planning.

Girls Night Out: Karaoke and Cuisine at Tokyo TableWednesday, May 9 at 6:30 pm

NASHIM (SHM WOMEN)

Nashim (SHM Women) provides opportunities for all SHM women to connect. We invite every female congregant

to join us for educational, ritual, social and social justice events. Renew your Nashim membership online at www.

shmtemple.org or call the office at 949-857-2226 if you haven’t done so already. Membership is $36 per year.

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SHM GALA FUNDRAISER

2018 Spring GalaHonoring Cantor Arie Shikler

Saturday, April 28th at 6:00 pm

Watch your in-box and the Ma’alot for Gala updates and join us

for our annual Gala Fundraiser in

support of the programs and events

at Shir Ha-Ma’alot. This elegant

adult evening with dinner, dancing,

entertainment, and much more.

Nashim Shabbat with guest speaker from Women of Reform JudaismFriday, May 11 at 7:30 pm

“The Color Purple” at Segerstrom Center for the Performing ArtsThursday, June 21 at 7:30 pm

With a soul-raising score of jazz, gospel, ragtime and blues,

THE COLOR PURPLE gives an exhilarating new spirit to this

Pulitzer Prize-winning story, based on Alice Walker’s 1982

novel and the 1985 Warner Brothers motion picture. Orchestra

seat ticket price and dinner options will be shared closer to

the event.

LIVING ROOM LEARNING

TAUGHT BY RABBI STEINBERG AND RABBI DE PAOLOThis program, designed for women, will cover issues, concerns

and topics in a safe, intimate and warm environment. This year

are evening meetings as well as mornings.

October 11th at 10:00 am

“Who is Eve?” with Rabbi DePaolo at the home

of Jane Fischel

December 6th at 7:00 pm

“Seeking Out Wisdom” with Rabbi DePaolo at

the home of Rachel Harman

February 7th at 10:00 am

“What Do You Mean Moses’ Wife was not

Jewish?” with Rabbi DePaolo at the home of

Debra Goldman

April 26th at 7:00 pm

“Are You Who You Want to Be?” with Rabbi

Steinberg at the home of Harriet Malmon

June 6th at 10:00 am

“Getting What I Want” with Rabbi Steinberg

at the home of Arlene Taslitz



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2017-18 SPECIAL SERVICES AT A GLANCE

Oct. 5 Sukkot Service ............................10:30 am

Oct. 6 Sukkot Family Service & New Member Blessing ....................................... 6:00 pm Sukkot Family Dinner ................... 6:45 pm

Oct. 12 Yizkor Service at Temple Bat Yahm ...................................................10:30 am

Oct. 15 Simchat Torah/Kindergarten Consecration ...............................10:00 am

Nov. 10 Shabbat Service Honoring Those Who Protect Us ............................ 7:30 pm

Dec. 8 Shabbat Service with Rabbi DePaolo’s Installation .................................. 7:30 pm

Dec. 15 Chanukah Family Service ............. 6:00 pm

Dec. 22 College Homecoming Shabbat Service ......................................... 7:30 pm

Feb. 2 Jewish Disability Awareness Month Shabbat Service ................ 7:00 pm

Feb. 16 Brotherhood Shabbat with Bob Wolf Community Service Award ........... 7:30 pm

Mar 16 Guest, Rabbi Rick Jacobs .............. 7:30 pm

Mar 18 Women’s Seder ............................ 4:00 pm

Mar 31 Passover 2nd Night Community Seder ........................ 5:30 pm

April 6 Passover Yizkor Service at SHM ...10:00 am

April 12 Yom Ha Shoah Service ................. 5:30 pm

April 13 Guest, Dr. Rachel Korazim ............ 7:30 pm

May 11 Nashim Shabbat with guest speaker from Women of Reform Judaism .......... 7:30 pm

May 19 Shavuot Study Program ............... 6:00 pm

May 20 Yizkor Service at Congregation B’nai Tzedek ................................10:30 am

May 25 10th Grade Confirmation ............... 7:30 pm

Mark Your Calendar: SHABBAT SERVICE WITH

SPECIAL GUEST,

RABBI RICK JACOBSPresident of the Union for Reform Judaism

Friday, March 16th, 2018Richard “Rick” Jacobs was among a group of American Reform rabbis that called for “urgent change” in the Reform movement. He focuses on environmentalism, social justice and liberal Zionism alongside traditional worship. He has served on the boards of several Jewish organizations, including the World Union for Progressive Judaism, American

Jewish World Service and the New Israel Fund.He is listed as number six in Th e Daily Beast and Newsweek’s list of “America’s Top 50 Rabbis for 2013” and holds position 26 on the Jerusalem Post’s 2012 list of “50 most infl uential Jews in the world.”



FAMILY SHABBAT SERVICES

First Friday of the month at 7:00 pm

Come experience an interactive Shabbat service that is catered to

your entire family. Each service has a theme related to the Torah

portion. We will read Torah every service to learn the lessons of

a lifetime.

October 6th: Sukkot Family Shabbat & Pizza

Dinner

November 3rd: Grades 6 & 7

December 1st: Grades 3, 4 & 5

January 5th: Pre-K, Kindergarten & Grades 1 & 2

February 2nd: Grades 6 & 7

March 2nd: Purim Family Shabbat Service

April 6th: Pre-K, Kindergarten & Grades 1 & 2

May 4th: Grades 3, 4 & 5

TOT SHABBAT SERVICES

Third Friday of each month at 6:30 pm

Tot Shabbat is an interactive service for young children that will

help them understand the meaning, joy, and richness of their

Jewish heritage as well as excite them about their Jewish future.

July 21st August 19th–Saturday

September 15th October 20th

November 17th January 19th

February 16th March 16th

April 20th May 18th

June 15th

HOT CHALLAH CLUB

Come just a few minutes before services to nourish your body as

well as your soul. We invite people of all ages to make a challah

and while you are at services, the challah will bake. As you leave

for home after the Oneg, you will have a fresh challah to enjoy

for the Sabbath.

Friday, March 16th at 6:00 pm

Friday, June 15th at 6:00 pm

SPECIAL SERVICES

Shabbat Service

with guest,

Rabbi Uri RegevFriday, October 13th

at 7:30 pm

Uri Regev is a lawyer and rabbi

of the Reform movement of

Judaism in Israel, and an active civil rights and religious

pluralism advocate. Currently he serves as the president and

CEO of Hiddush—For Freedom of Religion and Equality, a trans-

denominational nonprofit organization aimed at promoting

religious freedom and equality in Israel, a partnership between

Israeli Jews and World Jewry, founded in 2009.

Shabbat Service with guest, Dr. Jeff rey Glass “Honoring Those Who Protect Us”Friday, November 10th

at 7:30 pm

Jeffrey Glass, MD completed

a dual residency in Psychiatry

and Internal Medicine at UCI Medical Center. Five years

ago, he left private practice to accept a position with the

Tibor Rubin VA (formerly Long Beach VA), to help build a

program in Primary Care-Mental Health integration, providing

co-located collaborative psychiatric care within the primary care

medical setting.

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Shabbat Service with Installation

of Rabbi Sarah DePaolo

with guest,

Rabbi Helene FerrisFriday, December 8th at 7:30 pm

We will welcome Rabbi Sarah DePaolo to

the bimah at Shir Ha-Ma’alot this evening

as we install her as Assistant Rabbi. She will

be accompanied by Rabbi Helene Ferris, her

childhood rabbi. Join us for this wonderful

service.

Jewish Disability Awareness Shabbat

Sponsored by Brit Tikvah Friday, February 2nd at 7:00 pm

February is Jewish Disability Awareness Month. Please join us for

a unique Shabbat Service (and Tot Shabbat) as we learn about

the blessings and challenges of having a family member with

special needs.

Shabbat Service with Dr. Rachel Korazim Friday, April 13th

at 7:30 pm

As a teacher at some of Israel’s

most distinguished education

institutions, Dr. Rachel Korazim

will bring her incredible insights

on early Zionism, the Holocaust

and Israeli poetry. Born in Israel, Dr. Korazim is a graduate of

Haifa University with a Ph.D. in Jewish Education and has vast

experience in Jewish education and curriculum development,

both in Israel and the Diaspora.

MUSICAL SHABBAT SERVICES

Shabbat Services with Youth Band“B’nai Ha-Shirim” is comprised of skilled young musicians who

like to have fun with music. Contact Cantor Shikler at the Temple

for more information.

Rehearsals are Sunday afternoons immediately following

Religious School from 11:45 am to 12:45 pm.

November 3rd December 1st

January 5th February 2nd

March 2nd April 6th

May 4th: Youth Friday Night Live!

Shabbat Services with Adult ChoirIf you like to sing we welcome you to join our choir. All Bass,

Baritone, Alto and Soprano voices are invited to join us. Contact

Cantor Shikler ([email protected]) or call him at the

temple.

The Choir will sing during the following Shabbat services:

November 10th January 12th

March 9th May 11th

June 8th

Shabbat Services with

Temple MusiciansWe have great musical talent in our Congregation. Come

celebrate Shabbat as our services are enhanced by their added

instrumentality. Contact Cantor Shikler (ashikler@shmtemple.

org) or call him at the temple.

The Temple Musicians will play during the following Shabbat

services:

July 21st August 18th

October 20th November 17th

December 8th January 19th


April 20th May 18th

June 15th



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FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE! SHABBAT SERVICES

Arie’s innovative FNL program, now in its 17th year, is a way to celebrate Shabbat in a unique fashion. This year we will also celebrate

Arie by inviting special singers to join him in leading our congregation for each FNL services. They have all sung with Arie before and

will sing to these nights to rejoice with him and us in all of Arie’s accomplishments. In addition, each FNL one of our long time members

will offer a “toast” to Arie to acknowledge the beauty he has brought to our synagogue for this last half century.

Arie’s Favorite Jewish SongsFriday, July 28th at 7:30 pm

As we begin our year of celebrating Cantor Shikler, we thought

there was no better way to begin than with his favorite music.

Start the celebration right by showing up this night!

Original Music of Cantor Arie ShiklerFriday, August 25th at 7:30 pm

As we continue our year of celebrating Cantor Shikler, we

thought there was no better way to begin than with his original

music. Start the celebration right by showing up this night!

Hebrew Jazz XVII featuring a tribute from Jerry Silver

Friday,October 27th at 7:30 pm

Cantor Shikler will perform our favorite Hebrew Jazz songs with

his Friday Night Live! band tonight and he will be honored by

SHM temple member, Jerry Silver

Kids Come Home to Sing with Cantor featuring a tribute from Wendy & Bruce Gary

Friday, November 24th at 7:30 pm

Cantor has taught and performed with many, many young

singers and musicians over the years. His youth choir and youth

band members—past and present will join in honoring their

Cantor tonight. SHM temple members Wendy and Bruce Gary

will honor the Cantor this evening as well.

Cantor Sings with Kim Cohenfeaturing a tribute from Don Abrams and Marc Franklin

Friday, January 26th at 7:30 pm

Temple member Kim Cohen and Cantor Shikler have performed

together many times over the years. Kim has a beautiful voice

that blends so well with the Cantor. We will also have SHM

members, Don Abrams and Marc Franklin this evening to pay

tribute to the Cantor.

Cantor Sings with Duvid Swirskywith a tribute from Yossie & Dana Hollander

Friday, February 23rd at 7:30 pm

Duvid Swirsky, of the Moshav Band has joined Cantor Shikler for

a number of his annual concerts in support of the Friday Night

Live! program. Duvid will be here this evening to join his dear

friend one more time. We will also have a tribute to the Cantor

from SHM members, Yossie & Dana Hollander.

Cantor Sings with the SHM Adult Choir & Matt Martinezfeaturing a tribute from Ron Elter

Friday, March 23rd at 7:30 pmCantor Shikler, the SHM Adult Choir, and the high holy days go

hand in hand. One without the other would not be as moving

or special an event. The choir will join Cantor and the band to

perform many of the Cantor’s favorite songs. We will also have a

tribute to Cantor Shikler from SHM member, Ron Elter.

Due to Passover this is not the last Friday

Gidon Shikler Pays Tribute to his Father with a tribute from The Shikler Family

Friday, April 27th at 7:30 pm

As the culmination of a year of Friday Night Live! performances

especially designed to honor our beloved Cantor, Gidon, Arie’s

son will join him and the band for a night of song and love that

will be sure to leave not a dry eye in the house! Gidon with his

sisters, Karen and Merav, and the rest of the Shikler clan pay

tribute to Arie this evening.



S’lichot: The High Holy Day Season Begins (RSVP online or call temple)at the home of Eyal and Yael Aronoff

Saturday, September 16th

9:00 pm: Dessert Reception

9:30 pm: S’lichot Service in the Atrium

On the Saturday night before Rosh Hashanah, Jews around the

world gather together to mark the beginning of our Season of

Awe. There will be beautiful music and the chance to join with

friends old and new as we offer the season’s first prayers of

forgiveness together.

We will listen to the call of the Shofar to awaken our spirits, and

then walk silently into the Sanctuary to change all of the Torah

covers to their High Holy Days majesty. S’lichot is a highlight of

our annual calendar and is the perfect way to spiritually prepare

for the High Holy Days.

RSVP is required, parking directions sent when

registered.

Erev Rosh HashanahWednesday, September 20th

5:30 pm Early Service

8:15 pm Late Service

Rosh HashanahThursday, September 21st

8:30 am Family Service

11:00 am Morning Service

11:00 am Children’s Workshops (Grades K-4)

4:00 pm Tashlikh on Corona del Mar Beach

Kol NidreFriday, September 29th

5:30 pm Early Service

8:15 pm Late Service

Yom KippurSaturday, September 30th

8:30 am Family Service

11:00 am Morning Service

11:00 am Children’s Workshop (Grades K-4)

2:00 pm Study Session

2:45 pm Ask the Rabbi

4:00 pm Afternoon, Yizkor & Ne’ilah Services

Break-the-Fast immediately

following

HIGH HOLY DAYS~5778

Unless noted, services are at Mormon Center, 23 Lake Road, Irvine



SUKKOT

Sukkot Service at Temple Bat YahmThursday, October 5th at 10:30 am

This wonderful under-celebrated holiday is an opportunity to

share in the beauty of fall, remember the trek of the ancient

Israelites, and partake of the Fall harvest time.

Family Sukkot Service & Pizza DinnerFriday, October 6th at 6:00 pm

followed by Sukkot Pizza Dinner at 6:45 pm

Sukkah Around TownSaturday, October 7th at 6:30 pm

Join us as we welcome the festival of Sukkot with a casual and

fun dairy potluck Sukkah party! We will meet in the backyard

sukkah of SHM temple members. Contact the temple office and

we will match you with a host near you. Your host will contact

you after Yom Kippur to coordinate the potluck.

EREV SIMCHAT TORAH &

CONSECRATION

Yizkor Service at Temple Bat YahmThursday, October 12th at 10:30 am

Religious School CelebrationSunday, October 15th at 10:45 am

Each year we read the Torah in its entirety. Please join us this

year as we read the last lines of Deuteronomy and the first

lines of Genesis. Indeed this is a celebration. For we not only

celebrate Torah on Simchat Torah, we celebrate the learning of

Torah by consecrating the newest students to our Temple. Each

student will be given his or her own Torah, and will be called

to the bimah for a special individual blessing with the Rabbi.

In addition, there will be dancing, singing, celebrating, flag

waving, and much more.

CHANUKAH SERVICE

Friday, December 15th at 6:00 pm

Chanukah—the holiday of light—is a time to

join with friends and family as our sanctuary is

illuminated with the brightness of the Chanukah

menorahs and the sparkle of smiles.

PURIM SHPIEL & CARNIVAL

Sunday, March 4th

Purim Shpiel at 10:00 am

Carnival at 11:00 am

Join the entire congregation for a lively celebration of Purim with

food, fun, and laughter. The joy of Judaism will come alive with

song, dance, laughter, costumes, and prayer (albeit, silly prayer!)

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PASSOVER

Women’s SederSunday, March 18th at 4:00 pm

Bring your mothers, daughters, sisters and friends and consider

inviting women of other faiths to join you! Before you prepare

for Passover, take a break to celebrate the festival of freedom

with other women and Rabbi Sarah DePaolo. You’ll make new

memories while we recall the past during our catered multi-

generation Passover Seder. Guests are welcome. Let us know if

you would like to participate in the planning.

Passover Community SederSaturday, March 31st at 5:30 pm

More than 90% of Jews all over the world will celebrate

Passover at a seder table this year. Be one of them and join our

congregational family at our second night seder. Look for more

information in the month of March.

Passover Yizkor ServiceMonday, April 6th at 10:30 am

Just as it is customary on the three Pilgrimage Holidays to

hold a service, so too on the last day. On that last day of the

holiday (in this case, Passover) it is customary to observe Yizkor

(Remembrance) and recall those who live in our hearts, but

are no longer with us on this earth. Yizkor commemorates the

end of a holiday and the rich memories that we shared with

loved ones.

YOM HASHOAH SERVICE

Thursday, April 12th at 5:30 pm

On Holocaust Remembrance Day, Yom Ha Shoah, we will join as

an inter-generational community to keep the memory alive of

those who were killed in the Holocaust, and honor the lives of

the survivors of the Shoah.

YOM HA’ATZMAUT ISRAEL

CELEBRATION

Sunday, April 22nd at 10:45 am

Join the Religious School students and the congregation of

Shir Ha-Ma’alot for a fun-filled day of celebration for Israel’s

birthday! Enjoy our traditional homemade Israeli food, Israeli

dance and more!

SHAVUOT SERVICE & STUDY

Saturday, May 19th at 6:30 pm

According to tradition, it was on Shavuot that Moses received the

Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. To observe this occasion,

the Kabbalists would stay up all night learning, studying, and

celebrating this wonderful revelation of the Jewish People. This

event, for the entire congregation, is a chance to study with

many different teachers about relevant and real issues of the

soul, spirit and mind.

Sunday, May 20th at 10:30 am

Yizkor Service at Congregation B’nai Tzedek



Social Action Programs at SHMShir Ha-Ma’alot strives to provide meaningful opportunities for congregants to participate in social justice projects throughout the

year. We believe that all actions including food drives, blood drives, building a home, serving a meal or writing a letter to Congress

have the potential to heal the world.

Although we see that the world is broken, we have the power as a Jewish community to help repair the brokenness through our

actions–Tikkun Olam.

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HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR LUNCHEON

SHM hosts luncheons twice a year for survivors of the Holocaust.

The luncheons are much anticipated events. Our guests come

from all over Orange County. For more information on the

Holocaust Outreach Committee, call Toni Rios at (949) 683-2145

or [email protected]

Sunday, July 16th at 10:00 am (Brunch)

December 13th at 11:30 am

SHM/RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

Sunday, July 16th at Beth Jacob Congregation

3900 Michelson Drive, Irvine in the Back Tent

Give the gift of life at the Red Cross Blood Drive at SHM.

You must be age 16 and over. Parents must be present

to authorize donations for 16-year-olds. Reserve your

time online at www.redcrossblood.org, sponsor code

“Beth Jacob” or contact Bruce Gary at brucegary@

gmail.com

NAMES PROJECT (YAD VASHEM)

For over 50 years, Yad Vashem, the world center for Shoah

(Holocaust) remembrance and education, has led the

historic mission to gather the names of those who perished

and memorialize them. In the Central Database of Shoah

Victims’ Names, close to 4 million names have been recorded.

Congregation Shir Ha-Ma’alot is working together to help ensure

that every victim of the Shoah has a place in our collective

memory.

Our goal is for each family to reach out to their family members

and friends who know of victims who died in the Holocaust.

Then, we must be sure that the names we find are properly

entered in the Central Database.



JESSICA HERRON SHARING &

CARING PROGRAM

Thanksgiving Food Drive Sunday, November 19th, 10:00 am–1:00 pm

Each year Shir Ha-Ma’alot collects food for families throughout Orange County

through our synagogue Jessica Herron Sharing & Caring Program. The families

chosen for this program are among the poorest of the working poor. This

project helps fill a desperate need. Watch for details in the Ma’alot newsletter.

Chanukah & Christmas Gift DriveSunday, December 17th, 10:00 am–1:00 pm

SHM participates in the Jessica Herron Sharing & Caring Program for the

Holidays by helping needy families celebrate Christmas. You will be given a

choice of families to “adopt” along with their “wish list” of household needs. We

also partner with Jewish Family Services to assist needy families at Chanukah.

Donations of gift cards, cash or checks will go far in helping families in need.

Passover Gift Card DriveDeadline is Sunday, March 18th, 11:00 am–12:00 pm

Please join us in helping needy Jewish families celebrate Passover by donating

grocery store gift cards, cash or checks. All donations are tax deductible.

Passover food donations are welcome too!

Opportunities for Year Long GivingSHM families and friends can donate gift certificates and money throughout

the year for food for the hungry and college or camp scholarships for needy

students. SHM families can also be matched with families in Orange County

to develop a bond for a lifetime. Spread the Warmth! New and/or cleaned,

gently used sleeping bags can be donated all year long. These are given to

families that are sleeping on the floor in apartments that they share with

others. Throughout the year, gently used goods are collected and distributed

to families in need. Contact Barbara King directly at [email protected] for

donation opportunities.

The Jessica Herron

Sharing & Caring Program

Story

This program is dedicated to the memory of

Jessica Herron, daughter of Dana Klein and Jay

Herron, who lost her life in a traffic accident in

October 2005. Jessica had a lifelong history of

caring about the needs of others.

She volunteered at Share Our Selves, helping

with the Thanksgiving and Christmas food

drives, delivered for Meals on Wheels for six

summers, and worked the finish line for the

Susan G. Komen “Race for the Cure” among many

other projects.

Barbara and Rabbi Bernie King chose to rename

SHM’s Inner-City Partnership Program in Jessica’s

memory to honor her love for helping others.

There will be three major projects and the

ongoing partnership throughout the year. The

Thanksgiving meal program provides a week’s

worth of groceries to the poorest working

families in Orange County. The Christmas and

Chanukah drives ensure that a family can

provide new holiday gifts for each of their loved

ones. The Passover program provides kosher for

Passover food to Jewish families who could not

afford it otherwise.

These drives make miracles happen! For

more information contact Barbara King at

[email protected]



FAMILY CONNECTIONS

Family CampsAs part of our commitment to connect our families to the

education that their children are receiving in the classroom,

we are reintroducing Family Camps. Family Camps are special

days in which families join with their child(ren) and engage in

learning at temple. Each grade level will have a specific day to

learn and experience together. Through original and engaging

programming, families will explore Jewish ethics, celebrate

Jewish holidays, study together, sing, dance, and so much more!

Pre-K/Kinder: January 28th, 2018

1st Grade: February 11th, 2018

2nd Grade: March 18th, 2018

3rd Grade: April 22nd, 2018

4th Grade: December 10th, 2017

5th Grade: November 12th, 2017

6th Grade: October 29th, 2017

Family Experiences in the CommunityOnce during the year, each student and his/her family is invited

to experience Judaism with his/her peers. These days will be

filled with connections to one another, connections to our

traditions and connection to our community. The Off-Site Family

Experiences made a meaningful impact on those who attended

last year and they are sure to liven up your Jewish spirit and

soul. These Off-Site Family Experiences are focused around the

learning of different middot (virtues/values).

Pre-K, Kindergarten & 1st Grades: April 15th, 2018

2nd, 3rd & 4th Grades: November 5th, 2017

5th & 6th Grades: February 25th, 2018

FAMILY SHABBAT SERVICES

First Friday of the month at 7:00 pm

Come experience an interactive Shabbat service that is catered to

your entire family. Each service has a theme related to the Torah

portion. We will read Torah every service to learn the lessons of

a lifetime.

October 6th: Sukkot Shabbat & Pizza Dinner

November 3rd: Grades 2, 5 & 7

December 1st: Grades 3 & 6

January 5th: Pre-K, Kindergarten & Grades 1 & 4

February 2nd: Grades 2, 5 & 7

March 2nd: Purim Family Shabbat Service

April 6th: Pre-K, Kindergarten & Grades 1 & 4

May 4th: Grades 3 & 6

HOT CHALLAH CLUB

Come just a few minutes before services to nourish your body as

well as your soul. We invite people of all ages to make a challah

and while you are at services, the challah will bake. As you leave

for home after the Oneg, you will have a fresh challah to enjoy

for the Sabbath.

Friday, March 16th at 6:00 pm

Friday, June 15th at 6:00 pm

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SPECIAL PROGRAMS &

HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

Sukkot Family Service and Dinner: October 6th

Simchat Torah with Consecration: October 15th

Chanukah Family Service: December 15th

Jewish Summer Camp Fair: January 21st

Purim Family Shabbat Service: March 2nd

Purim Shpiel and Carnival: March 4th

Yom HaAtzmaut Israel Celebration: April 22nd

Confirmation Shabbat Service: May 25th

CONGREGATIONAL

FAMILY RETREAT

January 12–14, 2018 at Camp Hess Kramer,

Malibu CA

Take the family away to beautiful Malibu for a weekend at camp

for the entire family! Join the clergy and staff for an uplifting

and inspiring Shabbat filled with family, friends, prayer, study,

celebration, music and much, much more! This weekend is for

adults and children of all ages to join with other SHM families

and friends in the relaxed and beautiful camp environment in

Malibu. This is a family experience you do not want to miss!

BAR/BAT MITZVAH FAMILY

WORKSHOPS

This interactive experience is intended for those families

celebrating a Bar or Bat Mitzvah in the coming months and is

open to all interested in the subject. Geared for B’nai Mitzvah

students and their families, we will explore the prayers,

meaning, and particulars of becoming a Bar or Bat Mitzvah.

Tuesday, January 17th at 6:30 pmIf your Bar/Bat Mitzvah is during June 2019–December 2019

Tuesday, May 16th at 6:30 pmIf your Bar/Bat is during January 2020–June 2020



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SHM YOUTH PROGRAMS

Participating in a Jewish Youth Group is an important way to create a positive connection with the Jewish people and Jewish

tradition. Jewish youth groups are also a fun way to make friends that last forever.

SHMoFTY(SHIR HA-MA’ALOT FEDERATION OF TEMPLE

YOUTH)

9th–12th Grade Youth Group

The Shir Ha-Ma’alot 9th-12th Grade Youth Group provides

creative ways to bring busy high school teenagers together for

fun! Events will include activities specifically for our SHM teens

along with regional programs such as the Bureau of Jewish

Education’s TALIT Nation, as well as NFTY events. Many of the

programs will be planned by the leadership board. Flyers for

each event will be e-mailed to you a few weeks prior.

SHMoFTY Events:

September 9th

October 6th

November 11th

December 9th

January 12th–14th

February 3rd

March 10th

April 14th

JiFTY (JUNIOR FEDERATION OF TEMPLE YOUTH)

6th, 7th & 8th Grade

This youth group’s purpose is to create an atmosphere of fun

social interactions amongst the Jewish youth of Shir Ha-Ma’alot.

While most programming is social in nature, Jewish practice,

ideas, and values are transmitted at every opportunity.

JiFTY Events:

September 24th October 21st

November 4th December 2nd

January 27th February 24th

March 24th April 7th

May 12th

MiTY (MINI FEDERATION OF TEMPLE YOUTH)

4th & 5th Grade

Throughout the year, fun and exciting programs are planned for

this youth group! These events offer each child a fun, warm and

safe environment in which to interact with other Jewish young

people, make new friends, and of course have fun.

MiTY events are at 12:00 pm:

September 10th November 5th

January 21st March 11th

May 6th



Mini-MiTY (MINI-MINI FEDERATION OF

TEMPLE YOUTH)

2nd & 3rd Grade

It is never too early to begin the

youth group experience! Mini-MiTY

is the gateway into our youth group

programs at temple. Safe, fun and

Jewish programming is provided.

This is a wonderful opportunity for kids to make friends that will

last a lifetime.

Mini-MiTY events are at 12:00 pm:

October 8th

December 17th

January 21st

February 4th

April 15th

May 6th

Jr. Congregation (Grades 3–7)We will celebrate Shabbat in meaningful ways such as a challah

cook-off, Shabbat songs around a bonfire, and so much more!

Come find out how much fun it can be to celebrate Shabbat with

your friends in new ways at SHM!

Jr. Congregation services begin at 7:30 pm

December 8th

April 13th

Teen Shabbat (Grades 8–12)This service is designed with Jewish teens in mind. We fill

Shabbat with ruach as we pray, sing and explore through a

Jewish lens issues which are important to teens.

November 10th

March 9th

SHM MUSICAL THEATER

New this year! (Rehearsals on Sundays from 11:45-12:45)

Are you or your child interested in dancing, singing or acting?

New this year, we will be putting on a show like no other four our

community to experience! This is sure to ignite excitement and

ruach (spirit) into our community and fill it with music, singing

and dancing! More information will be coming soon!

YOUTH MUSIC PROGRAMS

Youth Band“B’nai Ha-Shirim” is comprised of skilled young musicians

who like to have fun with music. Contact Cantor Shikler at the

Temple for more information. Rehearsals are Sunday afternoons

immediately following Religious School from 12:30–1:30 pm

SHM Youth Choir & Band perform:

November 6th

December 4th

January 1st

February 5th

March 4th

Youth Friday Night Live!Friday, May 4th at 7:00 pm

Be with us for this special musical family Shabbat service

showcasing “B’nai Ha-Shirim”, our very own youth band. It is sure

to fill our sanctuary and your hearts with the joy of Shabbat.


M E M O R Y • M I T Z V A H • M E N T S C H M A K I N G • M A K I N G M E A N I N GY

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EARLY CHILDHOOD

Torah Time for Tots- Ages 2-39:30-11:45 Every Other Sunday

Torah Time for Tots is a “parent and me” experiential program for

toddlers, ages two and three, and their parents. In this program,

the families will learn the basic symbols, traditions and rituals

associated with the Jewish holidays.

Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten 9:30-11:45 Every Sunday

Our students in Pre-K and Kindergarten enjoy learning through

stories, music, art and dance. They will begin to understand

what it means to be Jewish in today’s society by gaining a

deeper connection to our traditions and the holidays. Our

Kindergarteners, along with you, will celebrate the beginning

of their formal Jewish education with a Consecration service on

Sunday morning, October 15th, 2017.

Sibling ClubSundays 8:00-9:25

Many families have children in multiple grade-levels. Those

parents who are bringing 3rd through 6th graders for Hebrew,

and who do not want to return before 9:30 to bring younger

children, Sibling Club is available to simplify your Sundays!

Staffed by teachers and madrichim, children will have an

opportunity for structured free play, both inside and outdoors.

1ST — 6TH GRADE

JudaicaEvery Sunday 9:30-11:45

As students enter into their classroom on a Sunday morning,

they will feel the ruach (spirit/energy) that is welcoming and

contagious. Our students begin their Judaica time in their grade

level classrooms with their teachers.

Judaica class time will be enhanced each week with an

opportunity to participate in one of our Judaica Enrichments:

Conversational Hebrew, Israeli Dancing and Music.

In addition, Sundays will continue to be enriched by participation

in our other chuggim, student chosen electives, such as Jewish

art, drama, teva (nature and group building), cooking, and more.

Chuggim are for our 2nd through 6th graders only.

At the end of the morning, the entire school community will

gather together for meaningful and participatory T’fillah/prayer.

• 1st Grade: My Place in the Chain of Tradition—From Creation to Today

• 2nd Grade: Jewish Values for Everyday Living (Mussar)• 3rd Grade: Holy Presence: God and Israel• 4th Grade: Jewish Story, Jewish People: Torah and

Peoplehood• 5th Grade: Reform Judaism and the Prophets• 6th Grade: My Jewish Life and the Life Cycle

Welcome Back!to our new home…

KRAUT EDUCATION CENTER

Sunday, October 8th, 2017

First day of school is

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HEBREW

Sunday Hebrew Chavurah 8:00 am–9:25 am—New time this year

Our Sunday Hebrew program meets once a week for Hebrew

before Sunday Judaica session. Students in Sunday Hebrew will

have two teachers in their classroom, which will allow them to

benefit from small group instruction, forming connections and

bonds with other peers in their grade level and, of course, their

teachers!

Tuesday Hebrew Chavurah 4:45 pm–6:15 pm

This is our 2-day a week program. In addition to Sunday Judaica,

students attend on Tuesday afternoons for Hebrew. Students

in this program will be placed in small groups based on their

Hebrew fluency, not grade—Alef (1st level), Bet (2nd level),

Gimel/Dalet (3rd/4th level). Another benefit to this Hebrew

program is that the levels are fluid and students can move

levels throughout the year, based on their understanding and

mastery of the Hebrew language and prayers. Students in the

Tuesday program join together in a T’fillah/prayer time during

the program, giving them twice as much exposure to the prayers

and the melodies as the Sunday program offers.

Tuesday Hebrew Tutoring 4:45 pm–6:15 pm

This year, there is a tutoring option for our Hebrew students who

need some extra help. This tutoring is offered only on Tuesday

nights and is a 45 minute block of time during which a student

can be tutored by an adult with years of experience.

Cost is $15 per 45-minute session and must be booked through

the Principal by Monday of the week tutoring is needed.

Individual Hebrew Instruction (scheduled based on your availability)

New this year is a learning option for students who attend

Sunday Judaica, but are unable to attend traditional classroom

Hebrew on Sundays or Tuesdays. Our staff will pair students up

with an SHM teacher who will travel to your house once a week

for a 45-minute one-on-one lesson. If you are interested in this

Hebrew program, you must fill out an Individual Instruction

form, so that we can best match you up with the appropriate

teacher to fit the needs of your child(ren).

7TH GRADE

Seventh Grade Judaica9:30-11:45 Every Sunday

7th Grade takes place on Sunday mornings and is taught by

our new Assistant Rabbi. The class is focused on Middot and

Mitzvot (values and sacred actions).This program teaches our

students how a particular Middah (value) can be brought into

their current lives and show them how through an Action Day.

Each Action Day is tied to a Mitzvah that shows a particular

Middah in action. There are multiple opportunities for

hands-on activities within our community, which reinforces

the learning done in class. In addition, there is a 7th grade

Retreat in the beginning of the year where students make lasting

friendships (the weekend of October 22nd). Lastly, our students

culminate their learning by hosting our school’s end of the year

Tzedakah Fair, which is entirely run by our 7th grade students. It’s

a transformative year in their lives and Jewish education!

7th Grade Prayer ClassSundays 8:45-9:25

In preparation for their B’nai Mitzvah celebrations, our 7th

graders have an opportunity to review the prayers that they

learned in their formal Hebrew instruction.



8TH & 9TH GRADE

Every other Tuesday from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm

8th GradeIn joining the Tuesday night teen community, 8th graders

attend twice a month on Tuesday evenings from 5:00-7:30pm.

Dinner and social time will be available from 5:00-5:30. At 5:30,

students begin their core hour with Heather Rosenthal. In this

class, students will take a deeper look at the Holocaust with

a curriculum entitled, “Our History, Our Time”. Our 8th graders

will be helping lead our Yom HaShoah service, which is the day

we remember those who were lost during the Holocaust, on

April 12th, 2018.

9th GradeAlong with 8th grade, our 9th graders also attend twice a

month on Tuesday evenings from 5:00-7:30pm. Dinner and social time will be available from 5:00-5:30. At 5:30, students begin their

core hour with Rabbi DePaolo. During this time, students will discover the ancient wisdom of Mussar, exploring self-defining traits and

reflecting with themselves and one another how to enhance those traits in themselves to live a healthy and happy life as teens.

At 6:30, the elective hour will allow the 8th and 9th graders to learn together in topics that they choose, ranging from Jewish art to

Jewish cooking to debate to ‘hot topics’ to prayer yoga to Torah study and more.

10TH GRADE CONFIRMATION

Confirmation is a transformative year as our 10th grade students

are affirming their commitment to the Jewish people. The

students will learn about themselves by exploring how the

Ten Commandments can be applied in their everyday lives.

This class will provide a fun, safe, challenging and exciting

environment for our students to explore their Judaism.

Taught by Rabbi Steinberg with Rabbi DePaolo, this year will

provide opportunities to apply the Jewish wisdom to their lives

as teens, as well as expand their Jewish horizons. They will be

confronted with situations where they consider their choices

for their future, therefore confirming their place in the Jewish

community.

Together the class will celebrate their accomplishments with a

year-end Confirmation service created and led by the students

themselves.

Mark your calendars now for

Confirmation 5778 May 25th, 2018!

Confi rmation RetreatL’Taken Seminar in Washington, D.C. February 9-12th, 2018

*For this trip, we will be accepting registrations from 10th-12th graders

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11TH & 12TH GRADE

Rappin’ with the RabbiSecond Tuesday of the month, 6:00pm–7:30 pm

Keeping our post-Confirmation teens engaged and connected

is one of the main goals of our program. Having a place where

our juniors and seniors feel comfortable and connected to

our synagogue is crucial for their continued Jewish lives. Join

Rabbi Steinberg once a month for a discussion of today’s issues.

Connection is an integral part of this program as our students

continue to build those lifelong friendships. Come prepared to

be engaged, challenged and of course, have fun!

MADRICHIM

Students in grades 8-12 have the opportunity to give back to their community by serving as a Madrich/a, a Guide or Teacher’s

Assistant, on Sunday mornings or Tuesday afternoons. Madrichim are powerful role models for the younger students! This program

will enhance not only our teens’ Jewish knowledge, leadership capability and identity, but will also enable them to make a difference

in the lives of younger children.

Madrichim will also take part in the Madrichim Leadership Seminar (MLS) every Sunday during Religious School. This class is designed

to empower them as leaders and teach them about working in classrooms and with children.

Before the school year starts all Madrichim must take part in Madrichim Orientation, and first year Madrichim will also take part

in a Leadership Training Institute (LTI). These sessions are an important part of ensuring that our Madrichim are prepared for the

year ahead!



ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

Tuesday, June 5th at 10:00 am

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETINGS

Meetings are held on most first Tuesdays of the

month at 6:30 pm

August 1st September 5th

October 3rd November 7th

December 5th January 4th (Thursday)


April 3rd May 1st

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETINGS

Charged with the oversight of the Temple’s affairs, the elected

members of the Board of Trustees meet monthly. Meetings are

open to congregants who wish to attend.

Meetings are held on first Tuesdays of the

month at 7:30 pm

August 1st September 5th

October 3rd November 7th

December 5th January 4th (Thursday)


April 3rd May 1st

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Composed of members of the Congregation with special

interest or expertise in education meets regularly to create and

implement the vision for our Religious School.

Third Tuesdays of the month at 6:30 pm

August 15th

September 19th

October 17th

November 21st

December 19th

January 16th

February 20th

March 20th

April 17th

May 15th

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5778 HIGH HOLY DAYS SCHEDULEUnless noted, services are at

Mormon Center, 23 Lake St, Irvine

S’lichot at the home of Eyal & Yael Aronoff*

Sat, September 16th

9:00 pm: Dessert Reception

9:30 pm: S’lichot Service

Erev Rosh HashanahWed, September 20th

5:30 pm: Early Service

8:15 pm: Late Service

Rosh HashanahThur, September 21st

8:30 am: Family Service

11:00 am: Morning Service

11:00 am: Children’s Workshops

4:00 pm: Tashlikh at Corona del Mar

State Beach

*RSVP Required. Register at www.shmtemple

Kol NidreFri, September 29th

5:30 pm: Early Service

8:15 pm: Late Service

Yom KippurSat, September 30th

8:30 am: Family Service

11:00 am: Morning Service

11:00 am: Children’s Workshops

2:00 pm: Study Session

2:30 pm: Ask the Rabbi

4:00 pm: Afternoon Service, Neila,

Yizkor & Havdallah

6:30 pm: Break the Fast

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