CBAJ Notes Weekly E-mail

Tomorrow: Beis Midrash Night; Weekly Classes

06/14/2023 12:01:12 PM

Jun14

JOIN US tomorrow for Torah & Tea and Community-wide Beis Medrash Night!

COMMUNITY LEARNING NIGHT

THURSDAY (JUNE 15) 8:45 PM (following Maariv)
This week at Cong. Shomray Torah (the Shteeble)
Independent & Guided learning
Guided learning topic:
Classical Views on Mashiach
Explore the differing and divergent opinions in Jewish tradition on what the Messiah and Messianic era will be like.
This week we will learn about views that differ from Rambam.

COMMUNITY LEARNING NIGHT

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Beha'alotcha

06/09/2023 10:30:42 AM

Jun9

Shabbat Beha'alotcha
June 9 - June 10, 2023

Friday Evening Services
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
8:13 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:06 am

Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Talmud Class
7:05 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
8:05 pm

Shabbat Maariv
9:15 pm

Shabbat ends
9:25 pm

TORAH READING
Numbers 8:1-12:16, Artscroll p. 774
Haftarah: Zechariah 2:14-4:7, p. 1182

SPEAKER
Rabbinic Intern Jack Hartstein will deliver his FINAL Dvar Torah as our rabbinic intern at Shabbat morning services.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ in honor of:
Jack Hartstein on the occasion of his final Shabbat with CBAJ after three years of excellent service as rabbinic intern, teen director/NCSY chapter director, Yamim Noraim chazzan, and previously as youth director;
Yael Gonzalez's final Shabbat as youth director after one year of excellent serivce.

MAZAL TOV
Mazal tov to CBAJ member Herm Ungerman on the birth of a great-grandson last Friday. The Brit Milah will take place this in Boston.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

I would like to personally thank everyone who has organized, registered for, or wished me well on my upcoming installation this Sunday. Your show of support means so much to me and Miriam.

Please join us this Shabbat morning as we honor and say thank you to Jack Hartstein, our rabbinic intern, and Yael Gonzalez, our youth director, for everything that they have done for CBAJ!

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

UPCOMING EVENTS

INSTALLATION OF RABBI KEAN
The Installation Dinner for Rabbi Kean (for pre-registered participants) will be this Sunday, June 11th.
Cocktail hour 5:00 pm, violinist Joshua Sussman performing
Dinner 6:00 pm, featured guest speaker Rabbi Robert D. Block

SIMCHA KIDDUSH

The next Simcha Kiddush is June 17!
Sponsors are invited to submit their celebratory announcements by Thursday, 6/15/2023. Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org.

SENIOR LUNCH & LEARN - Summer Series

6/20/23  " Living a Spiritual Life: What Does it Actually Mean?"
7/11/23  "The Person of Faith & Politics"
8/15/23  "Jewish Attitude Towards Education"

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, is free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

Blueberry Picking - Sunday, June 25

Save the date for summer blueberry picking at Indian Ladder farms with your CBAJ friends!
We will meet at Indian Ladder Farms at 2:00 PM.

Apple Picking - Sunday, September 10

*Note updated date*
Save the date for pre-Rosh Hashanah apple picking at Indian Ladder farms with your CBAJ friends!
We will meet at Indian Ladder Farms at 2:00 PM.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.

Tot Shabbat
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 7:05 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends.
We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:45-9:45 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: June 15th at CBAJ, following 8:20 pm Maariv
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

June 11 - June 16

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Thursday

8:20 pm

Friday
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday, June 16
8:17 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews.
Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitzthe Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

THE DEE PIRKEI AVOT PROJECT
The Dee Pirkei Avot project was inspired by the Dee family's weekly commitment to learning and Pirkei Avot every Friday night. Each week, people connected to Lucy, Maia, and Rina, z''l, will prepare a Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet in honor of their memory. CBAJ is proud to join in this project by distributing the Pirkei Avot sheets at services.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In order to continue to ensure daily minyan, we ask all adult Jewish men to do their best to attend weekday minyan with
greater frequency

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you display a placard issued from the office.
A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary.
Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

UPDATED: Shabbat Nasso (Mazal Tov; Summer Family Programs)

06/02/2023 09:01:46 AM

Jun2

Shabbat Nasso
June 2 - June 3, 2023

Friday Evening Services
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
8:09 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:06 am

Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am*
*See note below

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Talmud Class
7:00 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
8:00 pm

Shabbat Maariv
9:10 pm

Shabbat ends
9:20 pm

TORAH READING
Numbers 4:21 – 7:89, Artscroll p. 748
Haftarah: Judges 13:2 – 25, p. 1181

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah at Shabbat morning services.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by Rabbi Tzvi & Ester Ita Holt in honor of the birthdays of they are celebrating this week: Nechama Leah Holt: 13 Sivan (Friday), Gittel Sarah Holt: 15 Sivan (Sunday), & Esther Ita Holt: 18 Sivan (Wednesday).

MAZAL TOV
Mazal tov to Marjorie & Stu Gang on the birth of their grandson! Mazal tov to the parents, Danielle & David Eller, and to big sister Zoe Rose.

Mazal tov to Rabbi Dr. Moshe E. & Rochel Bomzer on being recognized with the Chesed Award at the Maimonides School dinner yesterday (Wednesday, May 31)!

Mazal tov to Devorah Leah Kaufman on being recognized with the Dedication to Education Award at the Maimonides School dinner!

Mazal tov to Seth Rosenblum & Amarit Rosin on being CBAJ's nominees to Jewish Family Services' Mensches & Mimosas, taking place this evening at 7:00 pm (Thursday, June 1).
Visit www.jfsneny.org to view the program.

Mazal tov to all of the past presidents of the Hebrew Academy of the Capital District, including many CBAJ members, on being honored at HACD's 60th anniversary gala this Sunday (June 4), hosted by CBAJ.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

Thank you to all everyone who helped make Shavuot at CBAJ so special this year! From the volunteers, to the sponsors, NCSY advisors, and attendees, Shavuot programs and events were fun and meaningful.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

UPCOMING EVENTS

INSTALLATION OF RABBI KEAN - JUNE 11

Kindly RSVP before June 1.

Click here to register or sponsor the event.

SENIOR LUNCH & LEARN - Summer Series

6/20/23  " Living a Spiritual Life: What Does it Actually Mean?"
7/11/23  "The Person of Faith & Politics"
8/15/23  "Jewish Attitude Towards Education"

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

Blueberry Picking - Sunday, June 25

Save the date for summer blueberry picking at Indian Ladder farms with your CBAJ friends!
We will meet at Indian Ladder Farms at 2:00 PM.

Apple Picking - Sunday, September 24

Save the date for pre-Rosh Hashanah apple picking at Indian Ladder farms with your CBAJ friends!
We will meet at Indian Ladder Farms at 2:00 PM.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.

Tot Shabbat
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Please note: Babysitting this week (June 3) will be staffed this Shabbat solely by our teenage babysitters. Our teenage babysitters are competent, capable and trustworthy, however parental discretion is advised given the change in typical staffing.
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 7:00 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: TONIGHT AT CBAJ!
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

June 4 - June 9

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Thursday

8:15pm

Friday
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday, June 9
8:13 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews.
Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitzthe Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

THE DEE PIRKEI AVOT PROJECT
The Dee Pirkei Avot project was inspired by the Dee family's weekly commitment to learning and Pirkei Avot every Friday night. Each week, people connected to Lucy, Maia, and Rina, z''l, will prepare a Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet in honor of their memory. CBAJ is proud to join in this project by distributing the Pirkei Avot sheets at services.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In order to continue to ensure daily minyan, we ask all adult Jewish men to do their best to attend weekday minyan with
greater frequency

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you display a placard issued from the office.
A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary.
Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Nasso

06/01/2023 06:30:20 PM

Jun1

Shabbat Nasso
June 2 - June 3, 2023

Friday Evening Services
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
8:09 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:06 am

Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am*
*See note below

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Talmud Class
7:00 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
8:00 pm

Shabbat Maariv
9:10 pm

Shabbat ends
9:20 pm

TORAH READING
Numbers 4:21 – 7:89, Artscroll p. 748
Haftarah: Judges 13:2 – 25, p. 1181

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah at Shabbat morning services.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by Rabbi Tzvi & Ester Ita Holt in honor of the birthdays of they are celebrating this week: Nechama Leah Holt: 13 Sivan (Friday), Gittel Sarah Holt: 15 Sivan (Sunday), & Esther Ita Holt: 18 Sivan (Wednesday).

MAZAL TOV
Mazal tov to Rabbi Dr. Moshe E. & Rochel Bomzer on being recognized with the Chesed Award at the Maimonides School dinner yesterday (Wednesday, May 31)!

Mazal tov to Devorah Leah Kaufman on being recognized with the Dedication to Education Award at the Maimonides School dinner!

Mazal tov to Seth Rosenblum & Amarit Rosin on being CBAJ's nominees to Jewish Family Services' Mensches & Mimosas, taking place this evening at 7:00 pm (Thursday, June 1).
Visit www.jfsneny.org to view the program.

Mazal tov to all of the past presidents of the Hebrew Academy of the Capital District, including many CBAJ members, on being honored at HACD's 60th anniversary gala this Sunday (June 4), hosted by CBAJ.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

Thank you to all everyone who helped make Shavuot at CBAJ so special this year! From the volunteers, to the sponsors, NCSY advisors, and attendees, Shavuot programs and events were fun and meaningful.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

UPCOMING EVENTS

INSTALLATION OF RABBI KEAN - JUNE 11

Kindly RSVP before June 1.

Click here to register, sponsor the event, or purchase a journal ad.

SENIOR LUNCH & LEARN - Summer Series

6/20/23  " Living a Spiritual Life: What Does it Actually Mean?"
7/11/23  "The Person of Faith & Politics"
8/15/23  "Jewish Attitude Towards Education"

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.

Tot Shabbat
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Please note: Babysitting this week (June 3) will be staffed this Shabbat solely by our teenage babysitters. Our teenage babysitters are competent, capable and trustworthy, however parental discretion is advised given the change in typical staffing.
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 7:00 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: TONIGHT AT CBAJ!
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

June 4 - June 9

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Thursday

8:15pm

Friday
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday, June 9
8:13 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews.
Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitzthe Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

THE DEE PIRKEI AVOT PROJECT
The Dee Pirkei Avot project was inspired by the Dee family's weekly commitment to learning and Pirkei Avot every Friday night. Each week, people connected to Lucy, Maia, and Rina, z''l, will prepare a Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet in honor of their memory. CBAJ is proud to join in this project by distributing the Pirkei Avot sheets at services.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In order to continue to ensure daily minyan, we ask all adult Jewish men to do their best to attend weekday minyan with
greater frequency

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you display a placard issued from the office.
A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary.
Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Today: Beis Midrash Night; Weekly Classes; JFS Mensch's & Mimosas

06/01/2023 08:32:16 AM

Jun1

Join any of the wonderful programs happening today!

Click here to join Torah & Tea on Zoom (9:30 am this morning)

COMMUNITY LEARNING NIGHT

THURSDAY (June 1) 8:45 PM*
This week at CBAJ
Independent & Guided learning
*NOTE TIME DIFFERENCE DUE TO MINYAN TIME

COMMUNITY LEARNING NIGHT

In the community: JFS Mensches & Mimosas
(Online)

Visit www.jfsneny.org to watch.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shavuot

05/25/2023 11:34:43 AM

May25

Shavuot
May 25 - May 27, 2023

THURSDAY
MAKE ERUV TAVSHILIN!

Candle Lighting
8:02 pm

Evening Services
8:05 pm

Shavot Dinner & Tikkun Lel Shavuot
8:50 pm

FRIDAY
Shacharit
4:55 am
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:08 am

no youth groups or babysitting on Friday.

Candle Lighting
before 8:03 pm

Evening Services
8:05 pm

SHABBAT
Shacharit
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:07 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Babysitting
10:00 am

Mincha &
Seudah Shlishit
7:55 am

Maariv
9:03 am

Havdalah
9:13 am

TORAH READING
Shavuot I (Friday)
Exodus 19:1-20:23, Artscroll p. 400
Maftir: Numbers 28:26-31, p. 892
Haftarah: Ezekiel 1:1-28; 3:12, p. 1228
Shabbat/Shavuot II
Deuteronomy 14:22-16:17, p. 1012
Maftir: Numbers 28:26-31, p. 892
Haftarah: Habakkuk 2:20-3:19, p. 1229

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah at Shabbat morning services.

KIDDUSH
Tikkun Leil Shavuot is sponsored by Artie & Nanette Brenner & family in memory of Artie's mother, Joan Brenner, z''l, whose shloshim concludes with Shavuot.

Second day of Shavuot Kiddush luncheon is sponsored by Laura & Zvi Segal in honor of the aufruff and upcoming marriage of their son, Samuel Segal & Allie Kugler, daughter of Stephanie & Drew Kugler

Mazal tov to CBAJ president Laura & Tzvi Segal and past CBAJ president Drew & Stephanie Kugler on the aufruf and upcoming marriage of their children, Samuel and Allie.

Mazal tov to Amarit Rosin & Seth Rosenblum on being CBAJ's nominees to Jewish Family Services 4th Annual Mensches & Mimosas ! Mazal tov to all the worthy nominees from across the community.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat and a joyous Shavuot!

Shavuot is all about celebrating our love for and acceptance of the Torah. I wish you a Shavuot infused with this love of Torah. Check out all the wonderful programming happening at CBAJ below.

PLEASE REMEMBER ERUV TAVSHILIN ON FRIDAY!

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Chag Sameach & Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

Click Here for the full schedule

HIGHLIGHTS:
Shavuot Night (Thursday, May 25)
*Dairy Dinner on the First Night of Shavuot - feat. Divrei Torah from children!
*Tikkun Leil Shavuot - All night learning
*Midnight Ice Cream Party
*All night NCSY programs
Shabbat/Shavuot II (Saturday, May 27)
*Meat Kiddush Luncheon celebrating the aufruf of Samuel Segal & Allie Kugler

TIKKUN LEIL SHAVUOT
SPEAKER SCHEDULE

10:30-10:55 PM
Daniela Mikhaylov: "Men Over Angels"
11:00-11:25 PM
Vadim Mikhaylov
11:30 PM-12:25 AM
Samson Goldberg: “Making Intuitive Sense out of Nonsense”
12:30-1:00 am
Midnight Ice Cream
1:00-1:55 am
Sean Ference: “Insights from the Nesivos Shalom on Shavuos”
2:00-2:45 am
R’ Jack: “The Essence of Torah? Understanding the 10 Commandments”
3:00-3:50 am
Tom Kligerman: “Public Right of Passage on Rivers: Talmudic & New York State Law”
3:55-4:45 am
Rabbi Kean: “Israeli Judicial Reform: Reflections from Jewish Tradition”

Schedule of NCSY programming
Albany NCSY Shavuaton 2023 Schedule

Thursday May 25th
All-Night Learning!! Tikkun Leil Shavuot

10:30 pm - 11:25 am
“How not to get Jealous”
11:30 pm - 12:25 am
“A Tefilah that I can relate to”
12:30 am - 1:10 am
Ice cream and Sushi Party!!
1:10 am
“Ask me anything” with Rabbi Kean
2:00 am - 2:45 am
“Mashiach Now!”
2:50 am - 3:45 am
Jeopardy Time!
3:50 am - 4:10 am
Presenting the Book of Ruth
4:15 am - 4:45 am
“Speed Learning”
4:50 am
Shacharit

Saturday May 27th
4:00 - 6:00 pm
Albany NCSY Classic Hangout at Buckingham Pond
Games, snacks, candy, friends, advisors

UPCOMING EVENTS

INSTALLATION OF RABBI KEAN - JUNE 11

Sunday, June 11, at 5:00 pm
Please join CBAJ for Rabbi Kean's Installation Dinner.
Featured guest speaker: Rabbi Robert Block, Founding Rabbi, Roslyn Synagogue
Submit sponsorships & journal ads by May 31. RSVP before June 1.

Click here to register, sponsor the event, or purchase a journal ad.

SUMMER SERIES schedule:

6/20/23  " Living a Spiritual Life: What Does it Actually Mean?"
7/11/23  "The Person of Faith & Politics"
8/15/23  "Jewish Attitude Towards Education"

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.

Tot Shabbat
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - No Talmud Class This Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: Thursday, June 1 at CBAJ
Guided Learning Topic: The Messianic Era in Classic Jewish Thought
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

May 28 - June 2

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Frida
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Friday

8:10 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday, June 2
8:09 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews.
Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitzthe Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

THE DEE PIRKEI AVOT PROJECT
The Dee Pirkei Avot project was inspired by the Dee family's weekly commitment to learning and Pirkei Avot every Friday night. Each week, people connected to Lucy, Maia, and Rina, z''l, will prepare a Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet in honor of their memory. CBAJ is proud to join in this project by distributing the Pirkei Avot sheets at services.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you display a placard issued from the office.
A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary.
Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Mevarchim Bamidbar

05/18/2023 06:18:36 PM

May18

Shabbat Mevarchim Bamidbar
May 19 - May 20, 2023

Friday Evening Services
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
7:56 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:10 am

Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Talmud Class
6:50 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
7:50 pm

Shabbat Maariv
8:55 pm

Shabbat ends
9:05 pm

TORAH READING
Numbers 1:1 - 4:20, Artscroll p.726
Haftarah: I Samuel 20:18-42, p. 1207
(Shabbat Erev Rosh Chodesh)

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah at Shabbat morning services entitled, "How Do We Conduct a Census? A Message for Yom Yerushalayim"

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

Tonight begins Yom Yerushalayim, a day in which we celebrate Israel's victory in the Six Day War and the return of Jerusalem to Jewish sovereignty. Israel's victory was a truly miraculous upset, and it is therefore appropriate to express our gratitude to Hashem on this day.

Shavuot is right around the corner! Check out all the wonderful programming happening at CBAJ below.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

Click Here for the full schedule

HIGHLIGHTS:
Shavuot Night (Thursday, May 25)
*Dairy Dinner on the First Night of Shavuot - feat. Divrei Torah from children!
*Tikkun Leil Shavuot - All night learning
*Midnight Ice Cream Party
*All night NCSY programs
Shabbat/Shavuot II (Saturday, May 27)
*Meat Kiddush Luncheon celebrating the aufruf of Samuel Segal & Allie Kugler
Email Rabbi Kean if you would like to speak at the Tikkun Leil Shavuot or to sign up your child to deliver a Dvar Torah at the Shavuot night meal.

UPCOMING EVENTS

There will be a multi-generational flower arranging event for CBAJ Seniors and Youth, Tuesday May 23 at 5:00 PM in the CBAJ Social Hall.
All arrangements will decorate the shul for Shavuot
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

INSTALLATION OF RABBI KEAN - JUNE 11

Sunday, June 11, at 5:00 pm
Please join CBAJ for Rabbi Kean's Installation Dinner.
Featured guest speaker: Rabbi Robert Block, Founding Rabbi, Roslyn Synagogue
Submit sponsorships & journal ads by May 31. RSVP before June 1.

Click here to register, sponsor the event, or purchase a journal ad.

SUMMER SERIES schedule:

6/20/23  " Living a Spiritual Life: What Does it Actually Mean?"
7/11/23  "The Person of Faith & Politics"
8/15/23  "Jewish Attitude Towards Education"

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.

Tot Shabbat
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 6:50 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: Thursday, June 1 at CBAJ
Guided Learning Topic: The Messianic Era in Classic Jewish Thought
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

May 21 - May 29

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Thursday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Friday
1st day of Shavuot
9:00 AM

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Friday

8:05 pm

Candle Lighting
Thursday
Shavuot Eve
8:02 pm

Friday, May 19
First Day of Shavuot
7:56 pm

Click here to view the Shavuot Schedule

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews.
Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitzthe Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

THE DEE PIRKEI AVOT PROJECT
The Dee Pirkei Avot project was inspired by the Dee family's weekly commitment to learning and Pirkei Avot every Friday night. Each week, people connected to Lucy, Maia, and Rina, z''l, will prepare a Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet in honor of their memory. CBAJ is proud to join in this project by distributing the Pirkei Avot sheets at services.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In order to continue to ensure daily minyan, we ask all adult Jewish men to do their best to attend weekday minyan with
greater frequency

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you display a placard issued from the office.
A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary.
Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Behar-Bechukotai

05/11/2023 07:21:55 PM

May11

Shabbat Behar-Bechukotai
May 12 - May 13, 2023

Friday Evening Services
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
7:49 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:14 am

Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

TOT SHABBAT
10:30 am

Talmud Class
6:35 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
7:40 pm

Shabbat Maariv
8:47 pm

Shabbat ends
8:57 pm

TORAH READING
Leviticus 25:1 - 27:34, Artscroll p.696
Haftarah: Jeremiah 16:19 - 17:14, p. 1179

SPEAKER
Rabbinic intern Jack Hartstein will deliver a Dvar Torah at Shabbat morning services.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

Thank you to everyone who joined our scholar in residence Shabbat with Dr. Rachel Anisfeld last Shabbat. Our deep gratitude to Dr. Anisfeld for a wonderful and enriching Shabbat of learning.

I am pleased to share that I will be the speaker for the OU's Daily Tehillim & Chizuk call (click to join) this Tuesday, May 16, at 1:00 pm ET and I invite you to join me on it.

During this critical time, while Israel is currently under fire, it is important for us to stand with Israel. As of this writing, one Israeli in Rehovot has been killed, 40 have been injured, and communities in Israel within 25 miles (40 km) of the border with Gaza are under restrictions, including school closures.

I urge everyone to pray for Israel, the defeat of terrorist organizations that seek to harm innocent lives, and innocent civilians on both sides
(click here for suggested tefilot, prayers, from the OU).

Additionally, I encourage you to take action - whether that means donating to organizations that are supporting Israelis under fire, writing to our elected officials to urge them to stand with Israel during this difficult time, or reaching out to friends and family living in Israel to let them know that you are thinking of them.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.

Tot Shabbat TOT SHABBAT THIS SHABBAT !
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 6:40 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
**TONIGHT AT THE SHTEEBLE AT 8:30 PM**
Next date: TBA
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

May 14 - May 19

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Thursday

7:55 pm

Friday
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday, May 19
7:56 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews.
Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitzthe Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

THE DEE PIRKEI AVOT PROJECT
The Dee Pirkei Avot project was inspired by the Dee family's weekly commitment to learning and Pirkei Avot every Friday night. Each week, people connected to Lucy, Maia, and Rina, z''l, will prepare a Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet in honor of their memory. CBAJ is proud to join in this project by distributing the Pirkei Avot sheets at services.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In order to continue to ensure daily minyan, we ask all adult Jewish men to do their best to attend weekday minyan with
greater frequency

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you display a placard issued from the office.
A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary.
Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Tomorrow: Beis Midrash Night; Weekly Classes

05/10/2023 09:16:42 PM

May10

JOIN US tomorrow for Torah & Tea and Community-wide Beis Medrash Night!

Click here to join Torah & Tea on Zoom

COMMUNITY LEARNING NIGHT

THURSDAY (MAY 11) 8:30 PM
This week at Cong. Shomray Torah (the Shteeble)
Independent & Guided learning
Guided learning topic:
Classical Views on Mashiach
Explore the differing and divergent opinions in Jewish tradition on what the Messiah and Messianic era will be like.

COMMUNITY LEARNING NIGHT

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

CORRECTED: Shabbat Emor (Condolence Notice)

05/05/2023 01:39:02 PM

May5

Shabbat Emor
May 5 - May 6, 2023

Dr. Anisfeld Talk 1
6:45 pm

Friday Evening Services
7:30 pm**
**Note Change

Candle Lighting
7:41 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:18 am

Dr. Anisfeld Talk 2
following services

Kiddush Luncheon
following talk 2

Dr. Anisfeld Talk 3
following luncheon

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Talmud Class
6:35 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
7:35 pm

Shabbat Maariv
8:38 pm

Shabbat ends
8:48 pm

TORAH READING
Leviticus 21:1 - 24:23, Artscroll p.672
Haftarah: Ezekiel 44:15 - 31, p.1176

SPEAKER
Dr. Rachel Anisfeld will deliver Divrei Torah and teach Friday night before services, Shabbat morning following morning services, and following the Kiddush luncheon.
Full schedule below.

SIMCHA & SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE KIDDUSH LUNCHEON
This week, Simcha Kiddush (meat) is prepared by the Simcha Kiddush Committee, chaired by Faye Silton & Marta Koblenz, and in honor of the Adult Education Committee and our Scholar-in-Residence guest, Dr. Rachel Anisfeld.
Sponsors are listed below.

MAZAL TOV
Mazal Tov to Nina and Grigory Mikhaylov on the birth of a grandson. Mazal Tov to the parents Liya and Hayim Ovadia, and the entire Mikhaylov family. The Brit Milah will be next Tuesday in Brooklyn.

CONDOLENCES
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob regrets to inform you of the passing of Joan Brenner, mother of CBAJ member Artie Brenner. Our condolences to Artie & Nanette Brenner and their children, Lianna Brenner & Elie Peltz; Misha, Nofar & grandson Netzach Brenner; Camille Brenner & Jeremy Wilson; and Ravi Brenner.
The funeral was held Friday, May 5 in Philadelphia.
Artie will sit shiva in Albany at his home, 32 Greenway South, with the following schedule of minyanim and visitation:
Monday: 6:15-8:30 pm
Tuesday & Wednesday: 8:00-10:00 am, 1:00-3:00 pm, 6:15-8:30 pm
Shacharit on Tuesday & Wednesday: 8:00 am
Mincha/Maariv on Monday-Wednesday: 6:15 pm
Click here to register for services to help us confirm a minyan

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob regrets to inform you of the passing of Shelly Sanders,
aunt of CBAJ member Eric Sanders. The funeral will takes place on Sunday at the Beth Moses cemetery in Wyandach, NY. Eric will join his family sitting shiva on Long Island.

CANDLE LIGHTING TONIGHT

FOR THOSE DRIVING TO DR. ANISFELD'S TALK TONIGHT:
Rabbi Kean advises those driving to Dr. Anisfeld's talk this evening (before services) to do one of the following options for candle lighting:
1. Light candles at home, prior to driving, with the stipulation that you are not accepting the beginning of Shabbat with candle lighting.
2. For those who do not intend to stay for Friday night services and who are able to return home before Shabbat after the talk, you may return home after the talk to light candles.
3. There will be a candle lighting station set-up at CBAJ (this option is less than ideal, since there is no meal at CBAJ this evening).

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

A special welcome back to Albany to our scholar-in-residence, Dr. Rachel Anisfeld! I look forward to joining all of you in learning so much from and with Dr. Anisfeld over the course of Shabbat.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE

This Shabbat
we welcome
Dr. Rachel Anisfeld
as our guest scholar.

Schedule of Shabbat & Dr. Anisfeld's talks:

SHABBAT THEME: "Who Are You?"

Friday night, 6:45 PM, before Mincha:
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, & Maariv will follow at 7:30 pm.

Part I: You are Not Who You Think You Are: Our False Inner Beliefs
(a shiur with text handouts)

Most of us carry false beliefs about ourselves that cause us suffering. In this talk, we will explore the concepts of Emet (truth) and Sheker (falsehood) as they apply to our inner beliefs about ourselves, making use of Torah texts as well as therapeutic concepts, and exploring ways to notice and distinguish what is true and false in our inner worlds, leaving room for us to grow into our highest selves.

Shabbat day, following morning services:
(Approximately 11:15 AM)

Part II: Shabbat and The Real You: Finding Your Inner Resting Place
(a guided meditation)

Dr. Anisfeld will guide us through a 20 minute "parsha meditation" that is a cross between a traditional drasha and an experiential mindfulness meditation, drawing on Torah sources as well as mystical and therapeutic ideas around inner work, growth and healing. The topic will be Shabbat, which is mentioned in this week's parsha, and the focus will be on our capacity to find that Resting Place inside us -- our true selves -- at all times. No previous meditation necessary. Just sit back, relax and try something new together with friends. Afterwards, we will take some time to reflect on the experience.

Kiddush Luncheon
Following Parsha Meditation
(Approximately 11:45 AM)

Part III: Who Are You? Maybe Less is More: Pirke Avot 4:1
(Approximately 12:45, following luncheon, a facilitated group discussion)

Focusing on one small text of Pirke Avot, Dr. Anisfeld will explain the text and then lead a creative interactive discussion group where we listen and build on each other's ideas, and take in inspiration and strength from one another.

Rachel Anisfeld teaches and writes on the themes of Torah and inner work. She holds a BA in Religion from Princeton and a PhD in Jewish Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and has been teaching Torah for many years. Over the past decade, she has been working to integrate Torah with concepts of psychotherapy, mindfulness, and self compassion, aiming to find a Torah that helps people heal and grow in a deep way. She leads regular “parsha meditations” and is currently training to be a Spiritual Guide.
A former resident of Albany and member of CBAJ (one of her favorite places), she now lives in Atlanta with her husband and almost empty nest.
Check out her website: Rachel Anisfeld: Torah and Inner Work

SIMCHA
&
SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE
KIDDUSH LUNCHEON
SPONSORS

The May Simcha and Scholar-in-Residence Kiddush Luncheon is sponsored by CBAJ,
and by the families of our celebrants:
Steve Rich in honor of Rachel Anisfeld, Ph.D., and CBAJ.
Margie and Stanley Rosenberg in honor of Ephraim Rosenberg’s graduation from West Virginia University and new job
Nina and Grigory Mikhaylov in honor of their granddaughter Tiferet Yael’s 6th birthday and their newborn grandson.
Stacy and David Cohen in honor of our Scholar in Residence, Rachel Anisfeld.
Sheryl Hoffman and Aron Cepler in honor of Annie Cepler’s 2nd birthday.
Debbie Fruchtman and Seth Rigberg in honor of Jasmine Simons birthday.
Ofir and Josh Katz in honor of Lior's 11th birthday.
Paula Mosher in gratitude to Dr. Rachael Anisfeld for inspiring us with her prodigious knowledge.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors
NEXT Session: Tuesday, May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.

Tot Shabbat
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 6:35 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: Thursday, May 11 at the Shteeble
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

May 7 - May 12

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Thursday

7:50 pm

Friday
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday, May 12
7:49 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews.
Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitzthe Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

INTRODUCING THE DEE PIRKEI AVOT PROJECT
The Dee Pirkei Avot project was inspired by the Dee family's weekly commitment to learning and Pirkei Avot every Friday night. Each week, people connected to Lucy, Maia, and Rina, z''l, will prepare a Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet in honor of their memory. CBAJ is proud to join in this project by distributing the Pirkei Avot sheets at services.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW FLYER

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In order to continue to ensure daily minyan, we ask all adult Jewish men to do their best to attend weekday minyan with
greater frequency

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you display a placard issued from the office.
A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary.
Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Emor

05/05/2023 11:52:50 AM

May5

Shabbat Emor
May 5 - May 6, 2023

Dr. Anisfeld Talk 1
6:45 pm

Friday Evening Services
7:30 pm**
**Note Change

Candle Lighting
7:41 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:18 am

Dr. Anisfeld Talk 2
following services

Kiddush Luncheon
following talk 2

Dr. Anisfeld Talk 3
following luncheon

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Talmud Class
6:35 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
7:35 pm

Shabbat Maariv
8:38 pm

Shabbat ends
8:48 pm

TORAH READING
Leviticus 21:1 - 24:23, Artscroll p.672
Haftarah: Ezekiel 44:15 - 31, p.1176

SPEAKER
Dr. Rachel Anisfeld will deliver Divrei Torah and teach Friday night before services, Shabbat morning following morning services, and following the Kiddush luncheon.
Full schedule below.

SIMCHA & SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE KIDDUSH LUNCHEON
This week, Simcha Kiddush (meat) is prepared by the Simcha Kiddush Committee, chaired by Faye Silton & Marta Koblenz, and in honor of the Adult Education Committee and our Scholar-in-Residence guest, Dr. Rachel Anisfeld.
Sponsors are listed below.

MAZAL TOV
Mazal Tov to Nina and Grigory Mikhaylov on the birth of a grandson. Mazal Tov to the parents Liya and Hayim Ovadia, and the entire Mikhaylov family. The Brit Milah will be next Tuesday in Brooklyn.

CONDOLENCES
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob regrets to inform you of the passing of Joan Brenner, mother of CBAJ member Artie Brenner. Our condolonces to Artie & Nanette Brenner and their children, Lianna Brenner & Elie Peltz; Misha, Nofar & grandson Netzach Brenner; Camille Brenner & Jeremy Wilson; and Ravi Brenner.
The funeral was held Friday, May 5 in Philadelphia.
Artie will sit shiva in Albany at his home, 32 Greenway South, with the following schedule of minyanim and visitation:
Monday: 6:15-8:30 pm
Tuesday & Wednesday: 8:00-10:00 am, 1:00-3:00 pm, 6:15-8:30 pm
Shacharit on Tuesday & Wednesday: 8:00 am
Mincha/Maariv on Monday-Wednesday: 6:15 pm
Click here to register for services to help us confirm a minyan

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob regrets to inform you of the passing of Shelly Sanders, uncle of CBAJ member Eric Sanders. The funeral will takes place on Sunday at the Beth Moses cemetery in Wyandach, NY. Eric will join his family sitting shiva on Long Island.

CANDLE LIGHTING TONIGHT

FOR THOSE DRIVING TO DR. ANISFELD'S TALK TONIGHT:
Rabbi Kean advises those driving to Dr. Anisfeld's talk this evening (before services) to do one of the following options for candle lighting:
1. Light candles at home, prior to driving, with the stipulation that you are not accepting the beginning of Shabbat with candle lighting.
2. For those who do not intend to stay for Friday night services and who are able to return home before Shabbat after the talk, you may return home after the talk to light candles.
3. There will be a candle lighting station set-up at CBAJ (this option is less than ideal, since there is no meal at CBAJ this evening).

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

A special welcome back to Albany to our scholar-in-residence, Dr. Rachel Anisfeld! I look forward to joining all of you in learning so much from and with Dr. Anisfeld over the course of Shabbat.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE

This Shabbat
we welcome
Dr. Rachel Anisfeld
as our guest scholar.

Schedule of Shabbat & Dr. Anisfeld's talks:

SHABBAT THEME: "Who Are You?"

Friday night, 6:45 PM, before Mincha:
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, & Maariv will follow at 7:30 pm.

Part I: You are Not Who You Think You Are: Our False Inner Beliefs
(a shiur with text handouts)

Most of us carry false beliefs about ourselves that cause us suffering. In this talk, we will explore the concepts of Emet (truth) and Sheker (falsehood) as they apply to our inner beliefs about ourselves, making use of Torah texts as well as therapeutic concepts, and exploring ways to notice and distinguish what is true and false in our inner worlds, leaving room for us to grow into our highest selves.

Shabbat day, following morning services:
(Approximately 11:15 AM)

Part II: Shabbat and The Real You: Finding Your Inner Resting Place
(a guided meditation)

Dr. Anisfeld will guide us through a 20 minute "parsha meditation" that is a cross between a traditional drasha and an experiential mindfulness meditation, drawing on Torah sources as well as mystical and therapeutic ideas around inner work, growth and healing. The topic will be Shabbat, which is mentioned in this week's parsha, and the focus will be on our capacity to find that Resting Place inside us -- our true selves -- at all times. No previous meditation necessary. Just sit back, relax and try something new together with friends. Afterwards, we will take some time to reflect on the experience.

Kiddush Luncheon
Following Parsha Meditation
(Approximately 11:45 AM)

Part III: Who Are You? Maybe Less is More: Pirke Avot 4:1
(Approximately 12:45, following luncheon, a facilitated group discussion)

Focusing on one small text of Pirke Avot, Dr. Anisfeld will explain the text and then lead a creative interactive discussion group where we listen and build on each other's ideas, and take in inspiration and strength from one another.

Rachel Anisfeld teaches and writes on the themes of Torah and inner work. She holds a BA in Religion from Princeton and a PhD in Jewish Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and has been teaching Torah for many years. Over the past decade, she has been working to integrate Torah with concepts of psychotherapy, mindfulness, and self compassion, aiming to find a Torah that helps people heal and grow in a deep way. She leads regular “parsha meditations” and is currently training to be a Spiritual Guide.
A former resident of Albany and member of CBAJ (one of her favorite places), she now lives in Atlanta with her husband and almost empty nest.
Check out her website: Rachel Anisfeld: Torah and Inner Work

SIMCHA
&
SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE
KIDDUSH LUNCHEON
SPONSORS

The May Simcha and Scholar-in-Residence Kiddush Luncheon is sponsored by CBAJ,
and by the families of our celebrants:
Steve Rich in honor of Rachel Anisfeld, Ph.D., and CBAJ.
Margie and Stanley Rosenberg in honor of Ephraim Rosenberg’s graduation from West Virginia University and new job
Nina and Grigory Mikhaylov in honor of their granddaughter Tiferet Yael’s 6th birthday and their newborn grandson.
Stacy and David Cohen in honor of our Scholar in Residence, Rachel Anisfeld.
Sheryl Hoffman and Aron Cepler in honor of Annie Cepler’s 2nd birthday.
Debbie Fruchtman and Seth Rigberg in honor of Jasmine Simons birthday.
Ofir and Josh Katz in honor of Lior's 11th birthday.
Paula Mosher in gratitude to Dr. Rachael Anisfeld for inspiring us with her prodigious knowledge.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors
NEXT Session: Tuesday, May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.

Tot Shabbat
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 6:35 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: Thursday, May 11 at the Shteeble
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

May 7 - May 12

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Thursday

7:50 pm

Friday
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday, May 12
7:49 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews.
Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitzthe Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

INTRODUCING THE DEE PIRKEI AVOT PROJECT
The Dee Pirkei Avot project was inspired by the Dee family's weekly commitment to learning and Pirkei Avot every Friday night. Each week, people connected to Lucy, Maia, and Rina, z''l, will prepare a Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet in honor of their memory. CBAJ is proud to join in this project by distributing the Pirkei Avot sheets at services.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW FLYER

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In order to continue to ensure daily minyan, we ask all adult Jewish men to do their best to attend weekday minyan with
greater frequency

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you display a placard issued from the office.
A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary.
Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Achrei Mot-Kedoshim

04/28/2023 09:12:21 AM

Apr28

Shabbat Achrei Mot-Kedoshim
April 28 - April 29, 2023

Candle Lighting
7:33 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:23 am

Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Talmud Class
6:25 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
7:25 pm

Shabbat Maariv
8:29 pm

Shabbat ends
8:39 pm

TORAH READING
Leviticus 16:1 - 20:27, Artscroll p.636
Haftarah: Amos 9:7 - 15, p. 1173

SPEAKER
Rabbinic Intern Jack Hartstein will deliver a Dvar Torah.
The Talmud class will be taught by a visiting rabbinical student, Ben Katz, guest of R' Jack.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

Thank you to everyone throughout the community who joined in making our Yom HaAtzmaut celebration and Yom HaZikaron commemoration so meaningful! May it be Hashem's will that these first 75 year's of the existence of the State of Israel are just the beginning of many, many years of flourishing.

Last night's installment of Community Beis Midrash night was a great success, with people deeply engaged in areas of personal interest. It was wonderful seeing people share their Torah learning interests with other participants. In the beginner's track, we learned about the Rambam's complicated views about the Messianic era--a subject we will return to in our next installment.

The Shabbat afternoon Talmud class is beginning a new chapter of Masechet Makkot -- making this week an ideal opportunity to join the class since this begins a new topic!

Miriam and I will be out of town this Shabbat on a brief vacation. We look forward to seeing you when we return.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

UPCOMING EVENTS

SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE
Mark your calendars for the next Scholar-in-Residence, May 5-6.
Dr. Rachel Anisfeld will be joining us to discuss the Torah and inner healing. More details to follow.

Rachel Anisfeld teaches and writes on the themes of Torah and inner work. She holds a BA in Religion from Princeton and a PhD in Jewish Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and has been teaching Torah for many years. Over the past decade, she has been working to integrate Torah with concepts of psychotherapy, mindfulness, and self compassion, aiming to find a Torah that helps people heal and grow in a deep way. She leads regular “parsha meditations” and is currently training to be a Spiritual Guide. A former resident of Albany and member of CBAJ (one of her favorite places), she now lives in Atlanta with her husband and almost empty nest. Check out her website Torah and Inner Work

Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors
NEXT Session: Tuesday, May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.

Tot Shabbat
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 6:20 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

CBAJ BOOK CLUB  
Our next zoom gathering is Wednesday, May 3 at 8:00 pm. We will discuss The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczu. It is available on Amazon, Thrift Books and in local libraries. CBAJ has 2 available copies to loan.

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning April 26th, students will meet  Wednesdays, 8:00 to 9:30 pm
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer .
The instructor is Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
It is not too late to join the course!
The goal of the course is to gain proficiency in reading and understanding classical Hebrew.
Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8906974931?pwd=bFlqejlBc0NHbnVqL0xBUGpQcUo3QT09
Meeting ID: 890 697 4931
Passcode: D3zRs8

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: TBA
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

April 30 - May 5

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Thursday

7:40 pm

Friday
7:30 pm**

**Note time change to next week's Friday night services for the Scholar-in-Residence**

Candle Lighting
Friday, May 5
7:41 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews.
Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitzthe Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

INTRODUCING THE DEE PIRKEI AVOT PROJECT
The Dee Pirkei Avot project was inspired by the Dee family's weekly commitment to learning and Pirkei Avot every Friday night. Each week, people connected to Lucy, Maia, and Rina, z''l, will prepare a Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet in honor of their memory. CBAJ is proud to join in this project by distributing the Pirkei Avot sheets at services.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In order to continue to ensure daily minyan, we ask all adult Jewish men to do their best to attend weekday minyan with
greater frequency

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you display a placard issued from the office.
A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary.
Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Tomorrow: Beis Midrash Night; Weekly Classes

04/26/2023 07:13:40 PM

Apr26

JOIN US tomorrow for Torah & Tea and Community-wide Beis Medrash Night!

Click here to join Torah & Tea on Zoom

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

This Week with CBAJ: Israel @ 75; Minyan Change; Beis Midrash Night; Weekly Classes

04/24/2023 05:59:15 PM

Apr24

TUESDAY, APRIL 25
YOM HAZIKARON - YOM HA'ATZMA'UT

Israel is turning 75!
CBAJ is joining Jewish Federation on April 25 at the Massry Center for the Arts for a community-wide Tekes Ma’avar ceremony led by Rabbi Kean to commemorate Yom Hazikaron & special Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration with a musical performance by the a cappella group Six13 and special guests from Eshkol!

MINYAN:
CBAJ's evening services will take place at the Massry Center on Tuesday night. Mincha will be at 6:00 pm and a Festive Maariv will take place following the celebration at approximately 8:30 pm.
Tickets are not needed for the minyan, just the Tekes and performance.

PARKING:
The Massry Center for the Arts Lot is located behind 1002 Madison Avenue. Enter driveway at stoplight located at 1000 Madison Avenue. At the end of the driveway, turn left and park in the large Music East Saint Rose parking lot. Avoid parking in the Saint Vincent’s Parish Center marked parking spaces – your car will be towed. Alternatively, you can turn right at the end of the driveway to park behind the Massry building. Additional parking is available in the Lasalle Lot or the Lally School of Education Lot, enter both from Western Avenue.

Click here for tickets: https://jewishfedny.ticketspice.com/israel-75

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Yom HaZikaron/Yom Ha'Atzmaut

04/23/2023 08:01:16 AM

Apr23

TUESDAY, APRIL 25, MINYAN NOTICE:
Please note: CBAJ's evening services will take place at the Massry Center on Tuesday night. Mincha will be at 6:00 pm and a Festive Maariv will be at 8:30 PM (following the celebration).

YOM HAZIKARON
YOM HA'ATZMA'UT

Israel is turning 75!
CBAJ is joining Jewish Federation on April 25 at the Massry Center for the Arts for a community-wide Tekes Ma’avar ceremony led by Rabbi Kean to commemorate Yom Hazikaron & special Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration with a musical performance by the a cappella group Six13 and special guests from Eshkol!

CBAJ's evening services will take place at the Massry Center on Tuesday night. Mincha will be at 6:00 pm and a Festive Maariv will take place following the celebration at approximately 8:30 pm.

Click here for tickets: https://jewishfedny.ticketspice.com/israel-75

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Tazria-Metzora Rosh Chodesh Iyyar

04/20/2023 06:58:30 PM

Apr20

Shabbat Tazria-Metzora
Rosh Chodesh Iyyar
April 21 - April 22, 2023

Candle Lighting
7:25 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:29 am

Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Tot Shabbat
10:30 am

Talmud Class
6:20 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
7:20 pm

Shabbat Maariv
8:20 pm

Shabbat ends
8:30 pm

TORAH READING
Leviticus 12:1 - 15-33, Artscroll p.608
Maftir: Numbers 28:9-15, p. 890
Haftarah: Isaiah 66:1-24 p. 1208

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah entitled, "When G-d Calls us Back: The New Mother's Sacrifice & Yom Ha'Atzmaut."
Following morning services, Joshua Schulman-Marcus will make a siyum (completion) on Rambam's Mishneh Torah.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is co-sponsored by Marissa and Eitan Barlaz in honor of Marissa's father's yahrzeit of Harvey Goldrich z" l, and Sandra Sabzevari and Joshua Schulman-Marcus in honor of his siyum on Rambam's Mishneh Torah.

MAZAL TOV
Mazal tov to CBAJ members Rabbi Paul & Faye Silton on the birth of (their first!) great-grandson! The Brit Milah will take place this Shabbat in Baltimore. Mazal tov to the parents, Sigalle & Shua Soskil, and the grandparents, Dr. Ari & Elana Moskowitz.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

I hope that you will join Jewish Federation's Yom HaAtzmaut Celebration & Yom HaZikaron Commemoration this Tuesday, April 25. It will be a wonderful opportunity to join the wider community in celebrating Israel, the program will feature a great performance by Six13, and I am pleased to share that I will run the Tekes Maavar to commemorate Israel's fallen soldiers and terror victims, which I pray will be a meaningful tribute to their memory. Please note that there will be changes to our evening services on Tuesday evening, which are noted below in the information about the program.

CBAJ is joining a new initiative, the Dee Pirkei Avot Project, to honor the memory of Lucy, Maia, and Rina Dee, z''l, three members of one Israeli family who were murdered in a terror attack over Pesach. A Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet prepared by a friend of the Dee family will be distributed at CBAJ next to the Shabbat notes. To learn more, see below.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

YOM HAZIKARON
YOM HA'ATZMA'UT

Israel is turning 75!
CBAJ is joining Jewish Federation on April 25 at the Massry Center for the Arts for a community-wide Tekes Ma’avar ceremony led by Rabbi Kean to commemorate Yom Hazikaron & special Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration with a musical performance by the a cappella group Six13 and special guests from Eshkol!

CBAJ's evening services will take place at the Massry Center on Tuesday night. Mincha will be at 6:00 pm and a Festive Maariv will take place following the celebration at approximately 8:30 pm.

Click here for tickets: https://jewishfedny.ticketspice.com/israel-75

UPCOMING EVENTS

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning April 26th, students will meet Wednesday, 8:00 to 9:30 pm
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer .
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
The goal of the course is to gain proficiency in reading and understanding classical Hebrew.
Zoom link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8906974931?pwd=bFlqejlBc0NHbnVqL0xBUGpQcUo3QT09
Meeting ID: 890 697 4931
Passcode: D3zRs8

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: April 27 @ CBAJ Social Hall
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE
Mark your calendars for the next Scholar-in-Residence, May 5-6.
Dr. Rachel Anisfeld will be joining us to discuss the Torah and inner healing. More details to follow.

Rachel Anisfeld teaches and writes on the themes of Torah and inner work. She holds a BA in Religion from Princeton and a PhD in Jewish Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and has been teaching Torah for many years. Over the past decade, she has been working to integrate Torah with concepts of psychotherapy, mindfulness, and self compassion, aiming to find a Torah that helps people heal and grow in a deep way. She leads regular “parsha meditations” and is currently training to be a Spiritual Guide. A former resident of Albany and member of CBAJ (one of her favorite places), she now lives in Atlanta with her husband and almost empty nest. Check out her website Torah and Inner Work

Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors
NEXT Session: Tuesday, May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.
Registration information available here

Tot Shabbat
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 6:20 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

CBAJ BOOK CLUB 
Our next zoom gathering is Wednesday, May 3 at 8:00 pm. We will discuss The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczu. It is available on Amazon, Thrift Books and in local libraries. CBAJ has 2 available copies to loan.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

April 23 - April 28

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Mon., Tues. &
Thurs., Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

WEDNESDAY
Yom Ha'Atzmaut
6:35 am
with Hallel

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Thursday

7:35 pm

TUESDAY 4/25
CBAJ's evening services will take place at the Massry Center Mincha will be at 6:00 pm and a Festive Maariv will take place following the celebration at approximately 8:30 pm.

Friday
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday, April 28
7:33 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews.
Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitzthe Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

INTRODUCING THE DEE PIRKEI AVOT PROJECT
The Dee Pirkei Avot project was inspired by the Dee family's weekly commitment to learning and Pirkei Avot every Friday night. Each week, people connected to Lucy, Maia, and Rina, z''l, will prepare a Pirkei Avot study and discussion sheet in honor of their memory. CBAJ is proud to join in this project by distributing the Pirkei Avot sheets at services.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In order to continue to ensure daily minyan, we ask all adult Jewish men to do their best to attend weekday minyan with
greater frequency

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you display a placard issued from the office.
A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary.
Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Mevarchim Shmini

04/14/2023 11:30:40 AM

Apr14

Shabbat Mevarchim Shmini
April 14 - April 15, 2023

Candle Lighting
7:17 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:35 am

Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Talmud Class
6:10 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
7:10 pm

Shabbat Maariv
8:11 pm

Shabbat ends
8:21 pm

TORAH READING
Leviticus 9:1 - 11:47, Artscroll p. 588
Haftarah: II Samuel 6:1-7:17, p. 1168

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah Shabbat morning.
Nathaniel Zorn will deliver a Dvar Torah in honor of his bar mitzvah, followed by members of the Zorn family.

KIDDUSH
A kiddush luncheon is sponsored by Gilad & Shiri Zorn in honor of the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Nathaniel.

MAZAL TOV
A kiddush luncheon is sponsored by Gilad & Shiri Zorn in honor of the Bar Mitzvah of their son, Nathaniel. Mazal Tov to Nathaniel, his brother, Daniel, and his grandparents David & Larissa Akirav, and Meron & Aliza Zorn

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

I hope that you had a meaningful Pesach! Please remember to scroll down to see information about all of our upcoming programming, including the upcoming community-wide Yom HaShoah and Yom HaZikaron/Yom HaAtzmaut commemorations.

Mazal tov to the Zorn family on Nathaniel's bar mitzvah this Shabbat at CBAJ!

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

YOM HASHOAH

Save the date for April 17, at 7:30 PM, for a Capital District-wide
Yom HaShoah Commemoration
sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York
and the Capital District Board of Rabbis,
and hosted by Congregation Gates of Heaven.

Zoom link for Yom HaShoah:
https://venue.streamspot.com/c8e4281c

YOM HAZIKARON
YOM HA'ATZMA'UT

Israel is turning 75!
CBAJ is joining Jewish Federation on April 25 at the Massry Center for the Arts for a community-wide Tekes Ma’avar ceremony to commemorate Yom Hazikaron & special Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration with a musical performance by the a cappella group Six13 and special guests from Eshkol!

Click here for tickets: https://jewishfedny.ticketspice.com/israel-75

UPCOMING EVENTS

TOT SHABBAT
The next Tot Shabbat will be April 22!

SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE
The Adult Education Committee is planning the next Scholar In Residence event. Save the Date for Shabbat Emor, May 5-6.
More details to follow.

Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors
NEXT Session: Tuesday, May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.
Registration information available here

Tot Shabbat  Next Tot Shabbat April 22
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA*
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 6:10 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

CBAJ BOOK CLUB 
Our next zoom gathering is Wednesday, May 3 at 8:00 pm. We will discuss
The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczu. It is available on Amazon, Thrift Books and in local libraries. CBAJ has 2 available copies to loan.

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: TBA
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

April 16 - April 21

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
**Monday:**

6:00 pm

Sunday, Tuesday-Thursday:
7:25 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday, April 21
7:25 pm

**PLEASE NOTE: Mincha/Maariv on Monday, April 17, will take place at 6:00 pm (at Plag HaMincha) to enable everyone to attend the community-wide Yom HaShoah Commemoration at 7:30 pm at Congregation Gates of Heaven in Schenectady.**

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz, the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.
We ask that adult Jewish men to attempt to come to minyan more frequently.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Concluding Days of Passover, Passover (VII, VIII)

04/11/2023 02:56:41 PM

Apr11

Pesach VII &
Pesach VIII, Yizkor
April 11 - April 13, 2023

TORAH READING
Pesach VII
Exodus 13:17-15:26, Artscroll p. 366
Maftir: Numbers 28:16-25, p. 892
Haftarah: II Samuel 22:1-51, p. 1225
Pesach VIII
Deuteronomy 15:19-15:26, p. 1018
Maftir: Numbers 28:16-25, p. 892
Haftarah: Isaiah 10:32-12:6. p. 1224

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah each morning of Yom Tov.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Yom Tov.

I hope that you have had an impactful and enjoyable Pesach and Sedarim thus far, and I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

While Pesach is a time for rejoicing as "Zman Cheruteinu," this year, our joy is overshadowed by the tragic murder of Rebbetzin Lucy (48), Maiah (20), and Rina (15) Dee, a British-Israeli mother and two of her five children, of Efrat, Israel.

May the Almighty comfort the their surviving family, Rabbi Leo, Keren, Benjamin, and Tali Dee in this time of unimaginable pain.

With tears, and prayers for nechama and peace, Chag Sameach,

Rabbi Ben Kean

CONCLUDING DAYS OF
PASSOVER SCHEDULE

Tuesday, April 11, Passover VI
Morning Services................ 6:30 am
Evening Services ................7:20 pm
Candle Lighting .................. 7:14 pm

Wednesday, April 12, Passover VII
Morning Services.................9:00 am
Evening Services. ...............7:20 pm
Candle Lighting........... after 8:17 pm

Thursday, April 13, Passover VIII
Yizkor is recited
Morning Services...................9:00 am
Evening Services...................7:20 pm
Shabbat/Yom Tov ends......... .8:18 pm

YOUTH PROGAMS

No Youth Groups
There will not be youth groups (for children in grades k-5) over Yomtov. Youth groups will resume over Shabbat.

Babysitting
There will be babysitting (for children ages 0-5) both days of Yomtov
(Pesach VII and Pesach VIII),10:00 am until the conclusion of services.

Babysitting Policy
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

YOM HASHOAH

Save the date for April 17, at 7:30 PM, for a Capital District-wide
Yom HaShoah Commemoration
sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York
and the Capital District Board of Rabbis,
and hosted by Congregation Gates of Heaven.

YOM HAZIKARON
YOM HA'ATZMA'UT

Israel is turning 75!
CBAJ is joining Jewish Federation on April 25 at the Massry Center for the Arts for a community-wide Tekes Ma’avar ceremony to commemorate Yom Hazikaron & special Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration with a musical performance by the a cappella group Six13 and special guests from Eshkol!

Click here for tickets: https://jewishfedny.ticketspice.com/israel-75

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Pesach I & II; Shabbat Chol Hamoed Pesach

04/04/2023 03:56:10 PM

Apr4

Pesach I, Pesach II (1st Day Omer), &
Shabbat Chol Hamoed Pesach (2nd Day Omer)
April 5 - April 8, 2023

TORAH READING
Pesach I
Exodus 12:21-51, Artscroll p. 354
Maftir: Numbers 28:16-25, p. 892
Haftarah: Joshua 3:5-7; 5:2-6:1; 6:27
Pesach II
Leviticus 22:26-23:44, p. 680
Maftir: Numbers 28:16-25, p. 892
Haftarah: II Kings 23:1-9, 21-25
Shabbat Chol Hamoed
Exodus 33:12-34:26, p. 504
Maftir: Numbers 28:16-25, p. 892
Haftarah: Ezekiel 37:1-14, p. 1224

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah each morning of Yom Tov and Shabbat.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ.
Seudah Shlishit is sponsored by Nanette and Artie Brenner in honor of the wedding of Camille Brenner and Jeremy Wilson.

MAZAL TOV
Mazal tov to CBAJ members Nanette & Artie Brenner and Susan & Arnold Wilson on the marriage of their children, Camille and Jeremy, this past week.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Chag Kasher V'Sameach - A happy and kosher Passover.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Chag Sameach & Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

SALE OF CHAMETZ - LAST CHANCE!
Designate Rabbi Kean your agent to sell you chametz one of three ways:
1) ONLINE: Please click here to complete an online sale of chametz form.
OR
2) IN PERSON: Please click here to download a printable paper copy to print out and give directly to Rabbi Kean.
(If completing in person, Rabbi Kean will be available at the shul for authorizing the sale of Chametz immediately following morning and evening services (except Shabbat) from Tuesday morning, March 28, to Wednesday morning, April 5,
(or by appointment.)

If you own a pet, you must make sure that you switch their food to non-chametz pet food. If they must eat chametz, please contact Rabbi Kean about making the proper arrangements to sell your pet.

The deadline to submit a chametz form to CBAJ is April 5, by 8:30AM

PASSOVER SCHEDULE

Tuesday, April 4
Search for Chametz..................................................After 8:07 pm

Wednesday April 5, Passover Eve
Morning Services & Siyum...............................................6:40 am**
(note updated time)
Do not eat chametz past.................................................10:49 am
Burn Chametz......................................................before 11:53 am
**Remember to do Eruv Tavshilin**
Candle Lighting..................................................................7:07 pm
Evening Services ..............................................................7:10 pm
Start Seder After ...............................................................8:09 pm

Thursday, April 6, Passover I
Morning Services..............................................................9:00 am
Evening Services..............................................................7:10 pm
Candle Lighting & Seder...................................................8:10 pm

Friday, April 7, Passover II
Morning Services..............................................................9:00 am
Evening Services..............................................................7:10 pm
Candle Lighting......................................................before 7:09 pm

Shabbat, April 8, Passover III
Morning Services.............................................................9:00 am
Talmud Class...................................................................6:00 pm
Evening Services, Seudah Shlishit..................................7:00 pm
Shabbat Ends..................................................................8:12 pm

SERVICES DURING CHOL HAMOED
Sunday & Monday, April 9-10,
Passover IV-V

Sunday Morning Service .....8:00 am
Monday Morning Service ....6:30 am
Evening Services .................7:20 pm

CONCLUDING DAYS OF PASSOVER

Tuesday, April 11, Passover VI
Morning Services................ 6:30 am
Evening Services ................7:20 pm
Candle Lighting .................. 7:14 pm

Wednesday, April 12, Passover VII
Morning Services.................9:00 am
Evening Services. ...............7:20 pm
Candle Lighting........... after 8:17 pm

Thursday, April 13, Passover VIII
Yizkor is recited
Morning Services...................9:00 am
Evening Services...................7:20 pm
Shabbat/Yom Tov ends......... .8:18 pm

YOUTH PROGAMS

Babysitting
There will be babysitting (for children ages 0-5) both days of Yomtov (Pesach 1 and Pesach 2), and on Shabbat, 10:00 am until the conclusion of services.

Youth Groups
There will only be youth groups (for children grades k-5) on Shabbat, 10:00 am until the conclusion of services. Youth groups will not meet on Pesach 1 and Pesach 2. As always, classroom 1 will be open to children, but there will not be supervision or structured programming.

Babysitting Policy
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

YOM HASHOAH

Save the date for April 17, at 7:30 PM, for a Capital District-wide
Yom HaShoah Commemoration
sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York
and the Capital District Board of Rabbis,
and hosted by Congregation Gates of Heaven.

YOM HAZIKARON
YOM HA'ATZMA'UT

Israel is turning 75!
CBAJ is joining Jewish Federation on April 25 at the Massry Center for the Arts for a community-wide Tekes Ma’avar ceremony to commemorate Yom Hazikaron & special Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration with a musical performance by the a cappella group Six13 and special guests from Eshkol!

Click here for tickets: https://jewishfedny.ticketspice.com/israel-75

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat HaGadol Tzav

03/30/2023 07:01:20 PM

Mar30

Shabbat HaGadol Tzav
March 31 - April 1, 2023

Friday Night Services being held at AJCC

Candle Lighting
7:01 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
6:00 pm - at AJCC

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:49 am

Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Talmud Class
5:55 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudah Shlishit
6:55 pm

Shabbat Maariv
7:54 pm

Shabbat ends
8:04 pm

TORAH READING
Leviticus 6:1 - 8:36, Artscroll p.568
Haftarah: Malachi 3:4 - 24, p.1220

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver the Shabbat HaGadol Discourse, entitled "Remembering Egypt: How is this Night Different from all other Nights?"
Rabbinic Intern Jack Hartstein will deliver a Dvar Torah at Friday night services, at the Kiddush luncheon, and at Seudah Shlishit.

KIDDUSH LUNCHEON & SHEVA BRACHOT
Following regular Shabbat morning services and Shabbat HaGadol lecture, join CBAJ for a pre-Pesach luncheon & sheva brachot for Shoshie & Ami Israel.
Luncheon sponsors are listed below.

MAZAL TOV
Mazal tov to CBAJ members Mark & Chana Israel and Ellen Brickman on the marriage of their children, Ami and Shoshie this past Sunday and on Sheva Brachot this Shabbat. Mazal Tov to the grandparents, CBAJ member Nina Israel, Sonia Wilgowicz, and Judy Brickman.

CONDOLENCES
We regret to inform you of the passing of Shirley Notarius, grandmother of CBAJ members Amarit Rosin (Seth Rosenblum). She is survived by her three children, six grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren. May the family be comforted, and may Shirley's memory be for a blessing.

FRIDAY NIGHT SERVICES THIS SHABBAT

CBAJ's Friday night services will take place this week at the Albany JCC at 6:00 PM in order to take part in the Federation's Community-wide Friday night dinner program.

You do NOT need to be registered for the dinner to attend the services (registration to attend the dinner is closed).

In order to allow people to leave their cars at CBAJ over Shabbat, the CBAJ parking lot gate will be open from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM, and OpenPath will work, and the pedestrian entrance on Whitehall Rd will be accessible using the regular passcode to enable access to the building.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

Pesach is fast approaching! Please see email entitled "Passover at CBAJ" for CBAJ's plans for Pesach (including information about chametz sale forms, seder hospitality. If there are any questions that you may have about Pesach preparation, please do not hesitate to reach out.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

UPCOMING EVENTS

COMMUNITY-WIDE SHABBAT DINNER - March 31
(For Pre- Registered participants only)
Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York unites with local clergy at the Albany JCC. CBAJ will be joining in the program &
CBAJ's Friday evening services will be held at AJCC
6:00 PM SERVICES | 7:01 PM CANDLE LIGHTING
7:00 PM COMMUNITY KIDDUSH & DINNER
Supervised by Vaad Hakashruth of the Capital District

SHABBAT HAGADOL KIDDUSH LUNCH - April 1

The Shabbat HaGadol Kiddush Luncheon is sponsored by
Laura & Zvi Segal, Marta & Mark Koblenz, Paula Mosher,
Rina & Elliot Chester.
The Luncheon is generously prepared by Dina Gottesman & Daniel Reznik and Amanda & Josh Gurock.

Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors

NEXT Session: Tuesday, May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

YOUTH PROGAMS

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.
Registration information available here

Tot Shabbat  Next Tot Shabbat April 22
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI - Only on Chol Hamoed, Sunday & Monday
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Postponed until after Passover
Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 5:55 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

CBAJ BOOK CLUB 
Our next zoom gathering is Wednesday, May 3 at 8:00 pm. We will discuss
The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczu. It is available on Amazon, Thrift Books and in local libraries. CBAJ has 2 available copies to loan.

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: TBA Beginner topic: "Sources of the Seder"
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

April 2 - April 7

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday -Tuesday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Monday -Tuesday
7:10 pm

CLICK HERE for Passover Schedule

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz, the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.
We ask that adult Jewish men to attempt to come to minyan more frequently.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Jewish Family Services - Grief & Loss Support Group
JFS is offering an in-person weekly support group for anyone who is grieving the death of a family member or friend. Select Thursdays in February & March, starting 2/16, 2 - 3 pm. Locations TBA. For dates, registration & fee information CLICK HERE

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Vayikra

03/23/2023 07:59:50 PM

Mar23

Shabbat Vayikra
March 24 - 25, 2023

Candle Lighting
6:53 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
6:55 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:56 am

Simcha Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Talmud Class
5:45 pm

Shabbat Mincha & Seudat Shlishit
6:45 pm

Shabbat Maariv
7:45 pm

Shabbat ends
7:55 pm

TORAH READING
Leviticus 1:1 - 5:26, p.588
Haftarah: Isaiah 43:21 - 44:23, p. 1165

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah Shabbat morning.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ.

MAZAL TOV
Mazal Tov to CBAJ members Ilana & Rob Kovach, Hesh & Barbara Ungerman, and the entire Kovach and Ungerman families on the engagement of their daughter and granddaughter Bina Kovach to Natan Mendelson. Mazal Tov to Natan's parents, Robin & Jeff.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

Pesach is fast approaching! Please keep an eye out for communications about CBAJ's plans for Pesach. If there are any questions that you may have about Pesach preparation, please do not hesitate to reach out.

A reminder that TOMORROW AT 10 AM is the last time to purchase ticket's to the Community-wide Shabbat dinner hosted by the Federation next week at the Albany JCC.

As noted below, CBAJ is proud to join Yesh Tikva's annual Infertility Awareness Shabbat. In addition to Yesh Tikva's resources, if you are facing infertility, and you are looking for support, please reach out to me, and I can connect you with individuals in our community who have faced infertility in the past who can help you navigate your fertility journey.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob is proud to participate in Yesh Tikva's 8th annual Infertility Awareness Shabbat along with synagogues in North America, Israel, and Australia. This event aims to promote empathy for those facing infertility in our community while increasing awareness and raising sensitivity to their struggles.

Our goal is to create a more inclusive communal space for our fellow Jews who dream of growing their families.

For more information on how to support loved ones in struggle, please visit
yeshtikva.org/supporting-others

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors
NEXT Session: Tuesday, March 28: Four Myths & Facts About Passover

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

HAGGADAH INSIGHTS *New*
Tuesday March 28, 7:45-8:30 pm at CBAJ
Join Rabbi Kean for a two-part lecture series exploring the Haggadah.
Rabbi Kean's goal is to primarily share ideas that are new to him.

COMMUNITY-WIDE SHABBAT DINNER - ONE NIGHT. ONE COMMUNITY
CBAJ will be joining in the program and CBAJ's Friday evening services will be moved to the JCC on March 31.
Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York unites with local clergy to offer the first-ever community Shabbat experience at the Albany JCC.
6:00 PM SERVICES
7:00 PM COMMUNITY KIDDUSH & DINNER
Candle lighting is 7:01 PM
Supervised by Vaad Hakashruth of the Capital District
TICKETS:
$10 per adult, $8 per senior (65+), $5 per child (up to age 12; 2 & under free)
Registration is required by 10:00 AM, Friday, March 24
All are welcome! REGISTER HERE: https://jewishfedny.ticketspice.com/community-shabbat

CBAJ SHABBAT HAGADOL PRE-PESACH LUNCH
Shabbat, April 1
Following morning services & the Shabbat HaGadol Drasha, join CBAJ for a delicious Pre-Pesach kiddush lunch!
Free of charge, for sponsorship opportunities, please contact Seanan.

YOUTH PROGAMS

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 5:45 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

CBAJ BOOK CLUB 
Our next zoom gathering is Wednesday, May 3 at 8:00 pm. We will discuss
The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczu. It is available on Amazon, Thrift Books and in local libraries. CBAJ has 2 available copies to loan.

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: TBA Beginner topic: "Sources of the Seder"
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

March 26 - March 31

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Monday - Friday
7:00 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday 3/31/2023
7:01 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz, the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.
We ask that adult Jewish men to attempt to come to minyan more frequently.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

TEMPLE ISRAEL BLOOD DRIVE
Temple Israel is hosting a blood drive Tuesday March 28th from 1-6 pm.

Jewish Family Services - Grief & Loss Support Group
JFS is offering an in-person weekly support group for anyone who is grieving the death of a family member or friend. Select Thursdays in February & March, starting 2/16, 2 - 3 pm. Locations TBA. For dates, registration & fee information CLICK HERE

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Mevarchim Parshat Hachodesh Vayakhel-Pekudei

03/16/2023 04:48:11 PM

Mar16

Shabbat Mevarchim
Parshat Hachodesh
Vayakhel-Pekudei
March 17 - 18, 2023

Candle Lighting
6:45 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
6:45 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
10:03 am

Simcha Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Tot Shabbat
10:30 am

Talmud Class
5:35 pm

Shabbat Mincha
6:35 pm

Shabbat Maariv
7:37 pm

Shabbat ends
7:47 pm

TORAH READING
Exodus 35:1 - 38:20, Artscroll p. 516
Maftir: Exodus 30:11-16, 484
Haftarah: II Kings 12:1 - 17, p. 1213

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah Shabbat morning.

SIMCHA KIDDUSH & AUF RUF
This week, Simcha Kiddush is prepared by the Simcha Kiddush Committee, chaired by Faye Silton & Marta Koblenz, and Mark & Chana Israel in honor of the auf ruf of their son, Ami and upcoming marriage to Shoshie Brickman. The Simcha Kiddush sponsors are listed below.
**Kiddush will be meat with vegetarian options**

MAZAL TOV
Mazal tov to Mark & Chana Israel and Ellen Brickman on the upcoming marriage of their children, Ami and Shoshie. Ami's auf ruf is this Shabbat at CBAJ.

NCSY CHAPTER SHABBATON
Please see below for details of this Shabbat's NCSY Shabbaton!

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

After a few snowy, quiet weeks, I look forward to a crowded shul this Shabbat for the Simcha Kiddush, Auf Ruf of Ami and Shoshie, Tot Shabbat, and NCSY Shabbaton!

Pesach is fast approaching! Please keep an eye out for communications about CBAJ's plans for Pesach. If there are any questions that you may have about Pesach preparation, please do not hesitate to reach out.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

SIMCHA KIDDUSH SPONSORS

The March Simcha Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ,
and by the families of our celebrants:

Joshua Schulman-Marcus and Sandra Sabzevari on their upcoming move to Albany.
Amy and Mitch Abolafia in honor of Jacob Abolafia’s birthday.
Ellen Brickman in honor of Shoshie Brickman's birthday and
Shoshie's and Ami's upcoming marriage.
Stacy and David Cohen in honor of the birthdays of our sons Benjamin and Steven.
Chaim Schaffer and Simma Kinderlehrer in honor of their birthdays.
Paula Mosher in honor of Ellen and Jack Kaplowitz on their safe return from Israel.
Debra Fruchtman and Seth Rigberg in celebration of the birthdays
of Netanya Simons and Johanna Steper.
Ilana and Rob Kovach in celebration of the engagement of
Bina Kovach and Natan Mendelson.
Amarit and Seth Rosenblum in honor of Ezra Rosenblum’s 9th birthday.
Esther Miriam and John Martino in honor of their 1st wedding anniversary.

UPCOMING EVENTS

HAGGADAH INSIGHTS *New*
Tuesdays, March 14 & 28, 7:45-8:30 pm at CBAJ
Join Rabbi Kean for a two-part lecture series exploring the Haggadah. Rabbi Kean's goal is to primarily share ideas that are new to him.

LUNCH & LEARN for SENIORS *New*
Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors.

March 28: Four Myths & Facts About Passover
May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.

* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

COMMUNITY-WIDE SHABBAT DINNER - ONE NIGHT. ONE COMMUNITY
CBAJ will be joining in the program and CBAJ's Friday evening services will be moved to the JCC on March 31.
Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York unites with local clergy to offer the first-ever community Shabbat experience at the Albany JCC.
6:00 PM SERVICES
7:00 PM COMMUNITY KIDDUSH & DINNER
Candle lighting is 7:01 PM
Supervised by Vaad Hakashruth of the Capital District
TICKETS:
$10 per adult, $8 per senior (65+), $5 per child (up to age 12; 2 & under free)
Registration is required by Friday, March 24.
All are welcome! REGISTER HERE: https://jewishfedny.ticketspice.com/community-shabbat

YOUTH PROGAMS

NCSY Events

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.
Registration information available here

Tot Shabbat THIS SHABBAT!
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI - *NEW*
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 5:55 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

CBAJ BOOK CLUB 
Our next zoom gathering is Wednesday, May 3 at 8:00 pm. We will discuss
The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczu. It is available on Amazon, Thrift Books and in local libraries. CBAJ has 2 available copies to loan.

KABBALAH AND CONSCIOUSNESS *New*
With Simma Kinderlehrer & Howard Schaffer
Curious about Kabbalah?
We are offering a taste of the book Kabbalah and Consciousness, by Allen Afterman. We will discuss a few juicy tidbits to wet your appetite for an ongoing study of this accessible, experiential ascent from ordinary consciousness toward knowledge of and union with The Infinite.
Sunday, March 19, 10:00 a.m. on Zoom. Future sessions will be in person, time dependent on participants.
R.S.V.P. Requested by March 13. Please text response and questions to (516) 382-5201

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: Thursday, March 16 Beginner topic: "Sources of the Seder"
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

March 19 - March 24

Shacharit
Sunday
Day Light Saving Day
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Wednesday, & Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Thursday
6:35 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Monday - Friday
6:55 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday 3/24/2023
6:53 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz, the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.
We ask that adult Jewish men to attempt to come to minyan more frequently.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Jewish Family Services - Grief & Loss Support Group
JFS is offering an in-person weekly support group for anyone who is grieving the death of a family member or friend. Select Thursdays in February & March, starting 2/16, 2 - 3 pm. Locations TBA. For dates, registration & fee information CLICK HERE

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Parshat Parah Ki Tisa

03/10/2023 11:08:50 AM

Mar10

Shabbat Parshat Parah Ki Tisa
March 10 - 11, 2023

Candle Lighting
5:37 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
5:35 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:10 am

Simcha Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00

Shabbat Mincha
12:35 pm

Talmud Class
5:55 pm

Shabbat ends
6:38 pm

Ma'ariv
6:55 pm

TORAH READING
Exodus 30:11 - 34:35, Artscroll p.484
Maftir: Numbers 19:1 - 22, p. 838
Haftarah: Ezekiel 36:16 - 36, p. 1216

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah Shabbat morning entitled "Praying for the Sinful & Forgiveness Before Teshuva."

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

I would like to thank all of you for helping to make Purim so special and meaningful this year.
In particular, I would like to acknowledge all of the many volunteers who helped make everything that we do possible:

Mishloach Committee & Distribution: Mark & Chana Israel, Ben & Tanya Schwartz, Kovach family, Daniel Govindan, Graber family, Katz family, Segal family, Gurock family, Marcy Stryker, Rabbi Kean, R’ Jack, Rosenblum family, Abolafia family, Johanna Steper, Howard Schaffer and Simma Kinderlehrer, Cepler family, Kaufmann family, Debbie Fruchtman and Seth Rigberg, Brenner family, Wildman family, Barlaz family, Reznik family, Schwarzmer family, Mikhaylov family, Gang family, Cohen family, Zilberberg family, Bahir family

Purim Carnival: Dina Gottesman & Dan Reznik, Amanda, Josh, Max, & Jacob Gurock, Chana Israel
Artie Brenner, Tom Kligerman, Bob Crystal, Laura Segal, Beth Liotta Tyler, Seanan Herrick

Megillah Readers: Rabbi Moshe Bomzer, Artie Brenner, Dan Reznik, Rabbi Kean, and Rabbi Mendy Shepherd. Torah readers: Rabbi Moshe Bomzer and Ra'anan Schwarzmer.

Rabbinic Intern Jack Hartstein, for helping me distribute Mishloach Manot from CBAJ to every resident at the Massry, contributed to the HACD Purim Assembly, and assisted us running of services and Megillah readings at CBAJ.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

UPCOMING EVENTS

SIMCHA KIDDUSH
The next Simcha Kiddush is on March 18!
Sponsors are invited to submit their celebratory announcements by 3/15/2023. Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org.

The next TOT SHABBAT will be March 18!

HAGGADAH INSIGHTS *New*
Tuesdays, March 14 & 28, 7:45-8:30 pm at CBAJ
Join Rabbi Kean for a two-part lecture series exploring the Haggadah. Rabbi Kean's goal is to primarily share ideas that are new to him.

LUNCH & LEARN for SENIORS *New*
Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors.

March 28: Four Myths & Facts About Passover
May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.

* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

COMMUNITY-WIDE SHABBAT DINNER - ONE NIGHT. ONE COMMUNITY
CBAJ will be joining in the program and CBAJ's Friday evening services will be moved to the JCC on March 31.
Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York unites with local clergy to offer the first-ever community Shabbat experience at the Albany JCC.
6:00 PM SERVICES
7:00 PM COMMUNITY KIDDUSH & DINNER
Candle lighting is 7:01 PM
Supervised by Vaad Hakashruth of the Capital District
TICKETS:
$10 per adult, $8 per senior (65+), $5 per child (up to age 12; 2 & under free)
Registration is required by Friday, March 24.
All are welcome! REGISTER HERE: https://jewishfedny.ticketspice.com/community-shabbat

YOUTH PROGAMS

NCSY Events
Stay tuned for more information.

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.
Registration information available here

Tot Shabbat Next Tot Shabbat March 18!
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI - *NEW*
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 5:55 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

CBAJ BOOK CLUB 
Our next zoom gathering is Wednesday, May 3 at 8:00 pm. We will discuss
The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczu. It is available on Amazon, Thrift Books and in local libraries. CBAJ has 2 available copies to loan.

KABBALAH AND CONSCIOUSNESS *New*
With Simma Kinderlehrer & Howard Schaffer
Curious about Kabbalah?
We are offering a taste of the book Kabbalah and Consciousness, by Allen Afterman. We will discuss a few juicy tidbits to wet your appetite for an ongoing study of this accessible, experiential ascent from ordinary consciousness toward knowledge of and union with The Infinite.
Sunday, March 19, 10:00 a.m. on Zoom. Future sessions will be in person, time dependent on participants.
R.S.V.P. Requested by March 13. Please text response and questions to (516) 382-5201

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

COMMUNITY BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
ALTERNATING THURSDAYS 8:30-9:30 PM
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Next date: Thursday, March 16 Beginner topic: "Sources of the Seder"
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

March 12 - March 17

Shacharit
Sunday
Day Light Saving Day
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Monday - Friday
6:45 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday 3/10/2023
6:45 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz, the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.
We ask that adult Jewish men to attempt to come to minyan more frequently.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Jewish Family Services - Grief & Loss Support Group
JFS is offering an in-person weekly support group for anyone who is grieving the death of a family member or friend. Select Thursdays in February & March, starting 2/16, 2 - 3 pm. Locations TBA. For dates, registration & fee information CLICK HERE

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Parshat Zachor Tetzaveh

03/02/2023 08:19:44 PM

Mar2

Shabbat Parshat Zachor Tetzaveh
March 3 - 4, 2023

Candle Lighting
5:29 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
5:30 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:17 am

Simcha Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00

Shabbat Mincha
12:36 pm

Talmud Class
5:45 pm

Shabbat ends
6:30 pm

Ma'ariv
6:45 pm

TORAH READING
Exodus 27:20-30:10, Artscroll p.464
Maftir: Deuteronomy 25:17-19, p. 1066
Haftarah: I Samuel 15:1-34, p. 1214

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah Shabbat morning
Daniel Grossberg will lead the Kiddush Conversation.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ.

CONDOLENCES

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob regrets to inform you of the passing of Shirley Gordon, mother of CBAJ member Harvey (Michelle) Gordon of Albany, Mark Gordon of Sacramento CA and Lisa (Jano) Handler of Brooklyn NY, grandmother of 9 grandchildren, including CBAJ member Seri (Sean) Ference, great grandmother of 11 great grandchildren.
May the family be comforted, and may Shirley's memory be a blessing.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

This week, I am saddened by recent events in Israel. I am mourning the murders of brothers Hillel Menachem (22) & Yagel Ya'acov Yaniv (20) and Israeli-American Elan Ganeles (26, a native of West Hartford, CT, who I had many mutual friends with) by Palestinian terrorists. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families.

I am deeply disturbed by the violence committed by Israeli Jews in Hawara this past week. I join the Orthodox Union in condemning this horrific act. It is tragic and upsetting to see such horrible things done in the name of Judaism.

It is difficult with such difficult news coming out of Israel to properly be excited about Purim coming up next week. Nonetheless, I believe we have the imperative to celebrate this joyous holiday.

We have a wonderful schedule of events at CBAJ, and I look forward to celebrating with you!

Please remember to view the Purim guide and donate to our Matanot La'Evyonim campaign which supports both members of the local Jewish community and wonderful organizations (donating to the CBAJ campaign fulfills the mitzvah of Matanot La'Evyonim as the money we collect is distributed on Purim).

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

AGUNAH AWARENESS DAY

Ahead of International Agunah Day on Ta'anit Esther, CBAJ is joining the Organization for the Resolution of Agunot (ORA) in dedicating this Shabbat to agunot around the world. Just as Esther was trapped in an unwanted marriage, as we approach Ta'anit Esther we take a moment to remember the many women facing the same predicament today, along with the need for communities to step up in support. To read more about ORA's work, please visit: www.getora.org.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MONDAY, MARCH 6
FAST OF ESTHER
Shacharit 6:20 am
Mincha 5:35 pm
(with Zecher L'Machatzit Ha-shekel)

MAARIV &
FAMILY MEGILLAH READING
6:20 pm
followed by a light break fast

LATE "QUIET" MEGILLAH READING
9:00 pm

TUESDAY, MARCH 7
Shacharit & Megillah Reading
6:20 am
Remember Tzedakah for Matanot L'Evyonim

CBAJ PURIM CARNIVAL
with HACD, MAIMONIDES, & YAD
Family-Friendly Megillah Reading
4:15 pm
Dinner ("Seduah") & Carnival
5:15 pm - 7:00 pm
MINCHA/MAARIV
5:35 pm - in the Carr Chapel

Click Here for the CBAJ Purim Guide

Click Here to give Matanot La'Evyonim

UPCOMING EVENTS

SIMCHA KIDDUSH
The next Simcha Kiddush is on March 18!
Sponsors are invited to submit their celebratory announcements by 3/15/2023. Click here to complete the online form or email office@cbaj.org.

The next TOT SHABBAT will be March 18!

HAGGADAH INSIGHTS *New*
Tuesdays, March 14 & 28, 7:45-8:30 pm at CBAJ
Join Rabbi Kean for a two-part lecture series exploring the Haggadah. Rabbi Kean's goal is to primarily share ideas that are new to him.

LUNCH & LEARN for SENIORS *New*
Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors.

March 28: Four Myths & Facts About Passover
May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.

* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask during the Lunch & Learn
& take lunch home to enjoy.

YOUTH PROGAMS

NCSY Events
Stay tuned for more information.

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Contact Rabbi Kean with questions.
Registration information available here

Tot Shabbat Next Tot Shabbat March 18!
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI - *NEW*
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 5:35 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

CBAJ BOOK CLUB 
Our next zoom gathering is Wednesday, May 3 at 8:00 pm. We will discuss
The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczu. It is available on Amazon, Thrift Books and in local libraries. CBAJ has 2 available copies to loan.

KIDDUSH CONVERSATIONS
This year's Topic: "The World of Midrash"
Join CBAJ members in discussing a different Midrash every week during daylight savings! Midrash is one of our Tradition's most powerful and ancient tools for understanding the Torah and demonstrating its relevance to later generations.

KABBALAH AND CONSCIOUSNESS *New*
With Simma Kinderlehrer & Howard Schaffer
Curious about Kabbalah?
We are offering a taste of the book Kabbalah and Consciousness, by Allen Afterman. We will discuss a few juicy tidbits to wet your appetite for an ongoing study of this accessible, experiential ascent from ordinary consciousness toward knowledge of and union with The Infinite.
Sunday, March 19, 10:00 a.m. on Zoom. Future sessions will be in person, time dependent on participants.
R.S.V.P. Requested. Please text response and questions to (516) 382-5201

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

* New - Ongoing Learning Program *
COMMUNITY-WIDE BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Starts Thursday, March 2, 8:30-9:30 pm at CBAJ (social hall)
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served.
All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners.
This will be a recurring program - Next Scheduled Night TBA
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

CBAJ COVID POLICY

DAILY SERVICES

March 5 - March 10

SUNDAY & Wednesday - Friday Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)
Wednesday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
5:35 pm

Candle Lighting
Friday 3/10/2023
5:37 pm

PURIM EVE
Monday & Tuesday
Erev Purim
Fast begins
5:11 am
Shacharit & Selichot
6:20am
Mincha
5:35 pm
Megillah Reading
6:20 pm
Fast Ends
6:21 pm
Megillah Reading
9:00 pm

PURIM
Shacharit
6:20 am
Megillah Reading
4:30 pm
Carnival and Purim Seudah (dinner)
5:15 pm
Mincha/Maariv
5:35 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz, the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.
We ask that adult Jewish men to attempt to come to minyan more frequently.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Community-wide Shabbat Dinner at JCC
Save the date: March 31
CBAJ will be joining in the program and CBAJ's Friday evening services will be moved to the JCC on March 31. More details to follow!
Hosted by the Jewish Federation at Albany JCC

Jewish Family Services - Grief & Loss Support Group
JFS is offering an in-person weekly support group for anyone who is grieving the death of a family member or friend. Select Thursdays in February & March, starting 2/16, 2 - 3 pm. Locations TBA. For dates, registration & fee information CLICK HERE

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Terumah

02/23/2023 02:19:51 PM

Feb23

Shabbat Terumah
February 24 - 25, 2023

Candle Lighting
5:20 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
5:20 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:23 am

Simcha Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00

Shabbat Mincha
12:37 pm

Talmud Class
5:35 pm

Shabbat ends
6:22 pm

Ma'ariv
6:35 pm

TORAH READING
Exodus 25:1 - 27:19, Artscroll p. 444
Maftir: Deuteronomy 25:17 - 19, 1066
Haftarah: I Samuel 15:2 - 24, 1214

SPEAKER
Rabbinic Intern Jack Hartstein will deliver the final lecture of a three-part winter lecture series entitled Pillars. This week's installment: "Chesed in the Age of Facebook."

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

I am so glad I was able to visit with so many members of our CBAJ family in Florida this past week, and I am thrilled to be back in Albany!

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.

In light of this, we ask two things of adult Jewish men:
1) If you are able to attend weekday minyan more frequently (even one day per week), please consider joining.
2) If you think you will be able to join minyan, regularly or occasionally, please sign-up on the weekly sign-up sheet so that we can know whether there will be enough attendees, or if we need to request additional attendees.

Please contact Rabbi Kean to join the minyan WhatsApp group, useful for receiving the sign-up sheet or if you may be available to attend a minyan on short notice.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

UPCOMING EVENTS

PURIM 5783!
Purim is right around the corner, March 6-7!
Save the date for our schedule of events (details to follow):
Monday night:
7:20 PM Family-friendly Megillah Reading & Light Break Fast
9:00 PM Late (Quiet) Megillah Reading
Tuesday:
Megillah reading with regular daily minyan
4:30 PM Family-friendly Megillah Reading
5:15 PM-7:00 PM Carnival & Purim Seudah (dinner)

LECTURE SERIES: TALMUD TOGETHER
Thurs. February 16 & Tuesday February 28 at 7:00 pm (note schedule change)
Join Rabbi Ben Kean and Rabbi Greg Weitzman for an evening - or two - of shared learning. Over the course of two evenings, both rabbis will teach their favorite Talmudic texts from their own unique perspectives.
The first session will be on Thursday, February 16th at Congregation Beth Emeth and the second on Tuesday, February 28th at CBAJ. Rabbi Greg Weitzman joined CBE as their Co-Senior Rabbi last summer, one year after Rabbi Kean joined CBAJ.

SOFER DAY: MEZUZAH & TEFILIN CHECKING
Sunday, February 26, 10 am to 4 pm (note schedule change)
Rabbi Mendel Serebryanski, Sofer STA"M, will come to CBAJ to check Tefilin and Mezuzot. Reservations are preferred, but we will try to accommodate walk-ins.
To make a reservation, fill out this form.
Dedicated in memory of HaRav Chaim Zev Bomzer, z"l, on his 10th yahrtzeit, 28 Shevat, by Rabbi Moshe & Rebbetzin Rochel Bomzer.

LUNCH & LEARN for SENIORS *New*
Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors.

February 28: Contemporary Lessons from the Holiday of Purim
March 28: Four Myths & Facts About Passover
May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
NOTE: Please feel welcome to wear a mask to the Lunch & Learn
and take lunch home to enjoy

COMMUNITY-WIDE BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Starts Thursday, March 2, 8:30-9:30 pm at CBAJ (social hall)
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served. All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners. This will be a recurring program, taking place every other week.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

YOUTH PROGAMS

NCSY Events
Stay tuned for more information.

Torah High 2022-2023 - Next semester starts 2/27/2023!
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Registration information available here

Tot Shabbat Next Tot Shabbat March 18!
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI - *NEW*
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 5:35 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

CBAJ COVID POLICY

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

CBAJ BOOK CLUB  
Our next zoom gathering is Wednesday, May 3 at 8:00 pm. We will discuss
The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczu. It is available on Amazon, Thrift Books and in local libraries. CBAJ has 2 available copies to loan.

KIDDUSH CONVERSATIONS
This year's Topic: "The World of Midrash"
Join CBAJ members in discussing a different Midrash every week! Midrash is one of our Tradition's most powerful and ancient tools for understanding the Torah and demonstrating its relevance to later generations,
For more information, suggested source material, or the volunteer sign-up page, please click here.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Rabbi Kean or Steve Rich.  Begins November 19, and will take place following Kiddush.

KABBALAH AND CONSCIOUSNESS *New*
With Simma Kinderlehrer & Howard Schaffer
Curious about Kabbalah?
We are offering a taste of the book Kabbalah and Consciousness, by Allen Afterman. We will discuss a few juicy tidbits to wet your appetite for an ongoing study of this accessible, experiential ascent from ordinary consciousness toward knowledge of and union with The Infinite.
Sunday, March 19, 10:00 a.m. on Zoom. Future sessions will be in person, time dependent on participants.
R.S.V.P. Requested. Please text response and questions to (516) 382-5201

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

HAGGADAH INSIGHTS *New*
Tuesdays, March 14 & 28, 7:45-8:30 pm at CBAJ
Join Rabbi Kean for a three-part lecture series exploring the Haggadah. Rabbi Kean's goal is to primarily share ideas that are new to him.

FEEDBACK REQUESTED
The Adult Education Committee wants to hear from you!
All ideas about classes, lectures, and other adult education programs of interest should be forwarded to events@cbaj.org

DAILY SERVICES

February 26 - March 3

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday- Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Friday
5:30 pm

Candle lighting
Friday 3/3/2023
5:29 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz, the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Community-wide Shabbat Dinner at JCC
Save the date: March 31
CBAJ will be joining in the program and CBAJ's Friday evening services will be moved to the JCC on March 31. More details to follow!
Hosted by the Jewish Federation at Albany JCC

Jewish Family Services - Grief & Loss Support Group
JFS is offering an in-person weekly support group for anyone who is grieving the death of a family member or friend. Select Thursdays in February & March, starting 2/16, 2 - 3 pm. Locations TBA. For dates, registration & fee information CLICK HERE

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Mevarchim Parshat Shekalim Mishpatim

02/17/2023 11:05:55 AM

Feb17

Shabbat Mevarchim Parshat Shekalim
Mishpatim
February 17 - 18, 2023

Candle Lighting
5:11 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
5:10 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:29 am

Simcha Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00

Shabbat Mincha
12:37 pm

Talmud Class
5:30 pm

Shabbat ends
6:14 pm

Ma'ariv
6:30 pm

TORAH READING
Exodus 21:1 - 24:18, Artscroll p.416
Maftir: Exodus 30:11-16, 484
Haftarah: II Kings 12:1 - 17, p. 1213

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah Shabbat morning.
Mike Kupferschmid will lead the Kiddush Conversation.

KIDDUSH
A special, parve, sit-down Kiddush is sponsored by Rakhamim Yakobov & Rachel Muratova L'iluy Nishmat (in memory of):
Masliach ben Yafa (Rakhamim's paternal grandfather)
Ari Khai ben Rachel (Rachel's paternal grandfather)
Mira bat Chana Bakhmal (Rachel's maternal grandmother)
Yehi Zichram Baruch - May their memories be for a blessing.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

I am excited to share that I will be headed to Florida next week (Boca Raton on Tuesday, Fort Myers on Wednesday) to visit with our CBAJ community in Florida! If I have not already been in touch with you and you would be interested in events in Florida, please email me!

Something I'm thinking about this week is "being different together." I thoroughly enjoyed my discussion this past week with Rabbi Greg Weitzman of Cong. Beth Emeth. The conversation helped me to simultaneously understand others' points of view better and respect them more, while also strengthening my commitment to my own views.

In that vein, I want to make a plug for the Jewish Federation's Community-wide Shabbat dinner hosted at the Albany JCC on March 31 (see details below). When Rob Kovach approached me with the idea of a Community-wide Shabbat, he shared it within the context of the value of "being different together," and I truly believe that it will help strengthen both our community-wide bonds, and our particular commitments and values.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.

In light of this, we ask two things of adult Jewish men:
1) If you are able to attend weekday minyan more frequently (even one day per week), please consider joining.
2) If you think you will be able to join minyan, regularly or occasionally, please sign-up on the weekly sign-up sheet so that we can know whether there will be enough attendees, or if we need to request additional attendees.

Please contact Rabbi Kean to join the minyan WhatsApp group, useful for receiving the sign-up sheet or if you may be available to attend a minyan on short notice.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

UPCOMING EVENTS

PURIM 5783!
Purim is right around the corner, March 6-7!
Save the date for our schedule of events (details to follow):
Monday night:
7:20 PM Family-friendly Megillah Reading & Light Break Fast
9:00 PM Late (Quiet) Megillah Reading
Tuesday:
Megillah reading with regular daily minyan
4:30 PM Family-friendly Megillah Reading
5:15 PM-7:00 PM Carnival & Purim Seudah (dinner)

LECTURE SERIES: TALMUD TOGETHER
Thurs. February 16 & Tuesday February 28 at 7:00 pm (note schedule change)
Join Rabbi Ben Kean and Rabbi Greg Weitzman for an evening - or two - of shared learning. Over the course of two evenings, both rabbis will teach their favorite Talmudic texts from their own unique perspectives.
The first session will be on Thursday, February 16th at Congregation Beth Emeth (100 Academy Rd) and second on Tuesday, February 28th at CBAJ. Rabbi Greg Weitzman joined CBE as their Co-Senior Rabbi last summer, one year after Rabbi Kean joined CBAJ.

SOFER DAY: MEZUZAH & TEFILIN CHECKING
Sunday, February 26, 10 am to 4 pm (note schedule change)
Rabbi Mendel Serebryanski, Sofer STA"M, will come to CBAJ to check Tefilin and Mezuzot. Reservations are preferred, but we will try to accommodate walk-ins.
To make a reservation, fill out this form.
Dedicated in memory of HaRav Chaim Zev Bomzer, z"l, on his 10th yahrtzeit, 28 Shevat, by Rabbi Moshe & Rebbetzin Rochel Bomzer.

LUNCH & LEARN for SENIORS *New*
Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors.

February 28: Contemporary Lessons from the Holiday of Purim
March 28: Four Myths & Facts About Passover
May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

COMMUNITY-WIDE BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Starts Thursday, March 2, 8:30-9:30 pm at CBAJ (social hall)
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served. All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners. This will be a recurring program, taking place every other week.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

YOUTH PROGAMS

NCSY Events
Stay tuned for more information.

Torah High 2022-2023 - Next semester starts 2/27/2023!
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Registration information available here

Tot Shabbat Next Tot Shabbat March 18!
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI - *NEW*
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 5:30 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

CBAJ COVID POLICY

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

CBAJ BOOK CLUB  
Our next zoom gathering is Wednesday, May 3 at 8:00 pm. We will discuss
The Books of Jacob by Olga Tokarczu. It is available on Amazon, Thrift Books and in local libraries. CBAJ has 2 available copies to loan.

KIDDUSH CONVERSATIONS
This year's Topic: "The World of Midrash"
Join CBAJ members in discussing a different Midrash every week! Midrash is one of our Tradition's most powerful and ancient tools for understanding the Torah and demonstrating its relevance to later generations,
For more information, suggested source material, or the volunteer sign-up page, please click here.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Rabbi Kean or Steve Rich.  Begins November 19, and will take place following Kiddush.

KABBALAH AND CONSCIOUSNESS *New*
With Simma Kinderlehrer & Howard Schaffer
Curious about Kabbalah?
We are offering a taste of the book Kabbalah and Consciousness, by Allen Afterman. We will discuss a few juicy tidbits to wet your appetite for an ongoing study of this accessible, experiential ascent from ordinary consciousness toward knowledge of and union with The Infinite.
Sunday, March 19, 10:00 a.m. on Zoom. Future sessions will be in person, time dependent on participants.
R.S.V.P. Requested. Please text response and questions to (516) 382-5201

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

HAGGADAH INSIGHTS *New*
Tuesdays, March 14 & 28, 7:45-8:30 pm at CBAJ
Join Rabbi Kean for a three-part lecture series exploring the Haggadah. Rabbi Kean's goal is to primarily share ideas that are new to him.

PILLARS LECTURE SERIES
Please note change of final installment to February 25th

FEEDBACK REQUESTED
The Adult Education Committee wants to hear from you!
All ideas about classes, lectures, and other adult education programs of interest should be forwarded to events@cbaj.org

DAILY SERVICES

February 19 - February 24

Shacharit
Sunday & Monday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Tuesday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Friday
5:20 pm

Candle lighting
Friday 2/24/2023
5:20 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz, the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Community-wide Shabbat Dinner at JCC
Save the date: March 31, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
CBAJ will be joining in the program and CBAJ's Friday evening services will be moved to the JCC on March 31. More details to follow!
Hosted by the Jewish Federation at Albany JCC

Jewish Family Services - Grief & Loss Support Group
JFS is offering an in-person weekly support group for anyone who is grieving the death of a family member or friend. Select Thursdays in February & March, starting 2/16, 2 - 3 pm. Locations TBA. For dates, registration & fee information CLICK HERE

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Yitro

02/10/2023 08:01:24 AM

Feb10

Shabbat Yitro
February 10 - 11, 2023

Candle Lighting
5:02 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
5:00 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:00 am

Simcha Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

NO YOUTH GROUPS THIS SHABBAT

Tot Shabbat
10:30 am

Shabbat Mincha
12:36 pm

Talmud Class
5:20 pm

Shabbat ends
6:05 pm

Ma'ariv
6:20 pm

TORAH READING
Exodus 18:1 - 20:23: Artscroll p. 394
Haftarah: Isaiah 6:1- 7:6, 9:5-6 p. 1154

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah Shabbat morning.

SIMCHA KIDDUSH
The Simcha Kiddush is prepared by the Simcha Kiddush Committee, chaired by Faye Silton & Marta Koblenz. The sponsors are listed below.

SIMCHA KIDDUSH SPONSORS

The February Simcha Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ, and by the families of our celebrants:

CBAJ in appreciation of the Security Committee volunteers & greeters.

Tom Kligerman in celebration of the birthdays of Adina Kligerman and Lisa Woolfe.
Daniel Reznik and Dina Gottesman in honor of their wedding anniversary.
Moshe Kudan in honor of Yossi and Nechama Kagan on the birth a boy, and Mazal Tov to grandparents Ruvain and Shayna Kudan and family.
Clara and Scott Roth in celebration of their wedding anniversary and the birthday of Ilana Schaeffer.
Stan Rosenberg in honor of his milestone birthday.
The Barlaz family in honor of Ayal’s first birthday!
Joshua Schulman-Marcus and Sandra Sabzevari in honor of their wedding anniversary.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

Please join me in welcoming Leah Ahava Weintraub on her visit to Albany. Leah Ahava and her husband Elon (and their son) are considering moving to Albany. Please take the chance to introduce yourself to her if you meet her.

While in this week's parsha we read about the initial Ma'amad Har Sinai (the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai), our tradition teaches that every time we read from the Torah or study Torah, it is like we are reliving Ma'amad Har Sinai.

In that spirit, we are pleased to share a number of new adult education/Torah learning programs to supplement our standing programs and previously announced ones. Check out the "Upcoming Events" and "Adult Education" sections of the Shabbat notes for more information. I hope that you find a learning opportunity that piques your interest!

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.
Please also wear a mask if you suspect or know of a covid exposure regardless of symptoms.

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.

In light of this, we ask two things of adult Jewish men:
1) If you are able to attend weekday minyan more frequently (even one day per week), please consider joining.
2) If you think you will be able to join minyan, regularly or occasionally, please sign-up on the weekly sign-up sheet so that we can know whether there will be enough attendees, or if we need to request additional attendees.

Please contact Rabbi Kean to join the minyan WhatsApp group, useful for receiving the sign-up sheet or if you may be available to attend a minyan on short notice.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SECURITY COMMITTEE
CSS Level 1 Training
This is an in-person Level 1 at CBAJ on Sunday, 12 February at 1 pm.
You will need to have complete the online training prior to the class as per your registration with committee chair Ari Fisher.

ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING
A 1-hour active shooter training class for the general membership has been scheduled, by our Security Committee in partnership with our NYS Trooper liaison, for February 15 at 7:00 pm at CBAJ. Please consider attending this important training.

NEW LECTURE SERIES: TALMUD TOGETHER
Thurs. February 16 & Tuesday February 28 at 7:00 pm (note schedule change)
Join Rabbi Ben Kean and Rabbi Greg Weitzman for an evening - or two - of shared learning. Over the course of two evenings, both rabbis will teach their favorite Talmudic texts from their own unique perspectives.
The first session will be on Thursday, February 16th at Congregation Beth Emeth (100 Academy Rd) and second on Tuesday, February 28th at CBAJ. Rabbi Greg Weitzman joined CBE as their Co-Senior Rabbi last summer, one year after Rabbi Kean joined CBAJ.

SOFER DAY: MEZUZAH & TEFILIN CHECKING
Sunday, February 26, 10 am to 4 pm (note schedule change)
Rabbi Mendel Serebryanski, Sofer STA"M, will come to CBAJ to check Tefilin and Mezuzot. Reservations are preferred, but we will try to accommodate walk-ins.
To make a reservation, fill out this form.
Dedicated in memory of HaRav Chaim Zev Bomzer, z"l, on his 10th yahrtzeit, 28 Shevat, by Rabbi Moshe & Rebbetzin Rochel Bomzer.

LUNCH & LEARN for SENIORS *New*
Join Rabbi Kean for the new Lunch & Learn Series for Seniors.

February 28: Contemporary Lessons from the Holiday of Purim
March 28: Four Myths & Facts About Passover
May 9: Myths & Facts: Lag Ba'Omer

All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. All curious minds are welcome.
Lunch catered by 518 Kosher, supervised by the VHCD, free of charge.
Please register by contacting our events coordinator Beth Liotta Tyler at 518.489.5819 x4 or beth@cbaj.org.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

COMMUNITY-WIDE BEIS MIDRASH NIGHT *New*
Jointly presented by CBAJ & the Shteeble
Starts Thursday, March 2, 8:30-9:30 pm at CBAJ (social hall)
Join the Shteeble & CBAJ for Beis Midrash Night! Take part in the unique experience of in-depth, textual chavrusa or individual learning in a Beis Midrash setting. Cholent & kugel will be served. All levels of experience are welcome—with guided options available for beginners. This will be a recurring program, taking place every other week.
For more information, contact: Rabbi Kean, Sean Ference, or Mendy Shepherd.

YOUTH PROGAMS

NCSY Events
Stay tuned for more information.

Torah High 2022-2023 - Next semester starts 2/27/2023!
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Registration information available here

Tot Shabbat Next Tot Shabbat March 18!
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

Youth Groups
THERE WILL NOT BE YOUTH GROUPS THIS SHABBAT!
(Our teen leaders are all out of town for Northeast NCSY's regional Shabbaton. Youth groups will resume next Shabbat.)
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI - *NEW*
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 5:20 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

CBAJ COVID POLICY

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

KIDDUSH CONVERSATIONS
This year's Topic: "The World of Midrash"
Join CBAJ members in discussing a different Midrash every week! Midrash is one of our Tradition's most powerful and ancient tools for understanding the Torah and demonstrating its relevance to later generations,
For more information, suggested source material, or the volunteer sign-up page, please click here.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Rabbi Kean or Steve Rich. Begins November 19, and will take place following Kiddush.

KABBALAH AND CONSCIOUSNESS *New*
With Simma Kinderlehrer & Howard Schaffer
Curious about Kabbalah?
We are offering a taste of the book Kabbalah and Consciousness, by Allen Afterman. We will discuss a few juicy tidbits to wet your appetite for an ongoing study of this accessible, experiential ascent from ordinary consciousness toward knowledge of and union with The Infinite.
Sunday, March 19, 10:00 a.m. on Zoom. Future sessions will be in person, time dependent on participants.
R.S.V.P. Requested. Please text response and questions to (516) 382-5201

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

HAGGADAH INSIGHTS *New*
Tuesdays, March 7, 21, & 28, 7:45-8:30 pm at CBAJ
Join Rabbi Kean for a three-part lecture series exploring the Haggadah. Rabbi Kean's goal is to primarily share ideas that are new to him.

PILLARS LECTURE SERIES
Please note change of final installment to February 25th

FEEDBACK REQUESTED
The Adult Education Committee wants to hear from you!
All ideas about classes, lectures, and other adult education programs of interest should be forwarded to events@cbaj.org

DAILY SERVICES

February 12 - February 17

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Friday
5:10 pm

Candle lighting
Friday 2/17/2023
5:11 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz, the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Community-wide Shabbat Dinner at JCC
Save the date: March 31, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
CBAJ will be joining in the program and CBAJ's Friday evening services will be moved to the JCC on March 31. More details to follow!
Hosted by the Jewish Federation at Albany JCC

Jewish Family Services - Grief & Loss Support Group
JFS is offering an in-person weekly support group for anyone who is grieving the death of a family member or friend. Select Thursdays in February & March, starting 2/16, 2 - 3 pm. Locations TBA. For dates, registration & fee information CLICK HERE

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Beshalach

02/02/2023 06:35:15 PM

Feb2

Shabbat Beshalach
February 3 - 4, 2023

Candle Lighting
4:53 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
4:50 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:38 am

Simcha Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Shabbat Mincha
12:35 pm

Talmud Class
5:10 pm

Shabbat ends
5:56 pm

Ma'ariv
6:10 pm

TORAH READING
Exodus 13:17-17:16, Artscroll p. 366
Haftarah: Judges 4:4 - 5:31, p. 1152

SPEAKER
Rav Jack will deliver a Dvar Torah Shabbat morning.
Tom Kligerman will lead the Kiddush Conversation.
Rav Jack will teach the Shabbat afternoon Talmud class this week.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

Miriam and I have both tested positive for COVID (my test was this morning, Miriam's was Tuesday evening), so we will not be in present this Shabbat. You may wish to consider monitoring yourself for symptoms or getting yourself tested if you were in contact with either of us recently.

Thankfully, Miriam and I are both doing well, with minor symptoms, and we have everything that we need. We are so grateful to everyone who has offered there assistance already. It is such a tremendous privilege to be part of such a special community where everyone looks out for each other.

Likewise, I have heard from a few individuals who were present at services last Shabbat that they tested positive for COVID earlier in the week. Please take these incidents as a reminder that we all must take health and wellness seriously, including staying home when we are sick.

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome Noah & Hadassah Tye, along with their son Betzalel, who have just moved into Albany this week. Additionally, I'd like to welcome Ahava Weintraub to Albany. Ahava and her husband Elon are considering moving to Albany. Please take the chance to extend a warm Albany-welcome (on a not-so-warm Albany day).

As I will not see you over Shabbat, I would like to share a brief D'var Torah:
Two weeks ago, I spoke about the idea of "complex faith" - the idea that we can simultaneously hold in our hearts both deep trust in HaShem and also to grapple with the challenge of the existence of suffering of the innocent.

This idea stemmed from Moshe Rabbeinu asking G-d "why have you done evil to this nation?" (Exodus 5:22), apparently challenging G-d and his righteousness. The Midrash (Devarim Rabbah 11) exonerates Moshe, declaring him "bar levav" pure of heart, because he was simply demaning the salvation of Israel, pained by the sight of their suffering.

I would like to suggest that a similar idea - of complex faith - can be seen in this week's parsha. As Israel is trapped between the encroaching Egyptian army and the Yam Suf, we see an apparent contradiction in their behavior.

In Exodus 14:10, we read "and the children of Israel cried out to the Lord," apparently expressing deep faith in the power of G-d to be their savior, but then in the next verse, they cry to Moses, "Was it because there were no graves in Egypt, that you took us away to die in the wilderness? What have you done to us, to bring us forth out of Egypt," expressing a deep lack of faith in the leadership of Moses, G-d's servant.

There are numerous answers that could be offered, for instance, Nachmanides suggests that perhaps Israel faith in HaShem but not in Moses. But a colleague of mine suggested that perhaps Israel had complex faith. On the one hand, complete belief in HaShem, His abilities and saving power, while on the other, grappling with a harsh reality that does not always appear to reflect Divine justice.

I will conclude by noting that while in this incident, Divine justice is clearly and publicly manifested in the salvation of Israel, our faith often demands that we grapple with a difficult reality where great miracles are not so apparent. I wish you strength in that struggle.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELLNESS REMINDER
Anyone who has symptoms of any illness or is not feeling well is strongly encouraged to stay home, irrespective of vaccination status. Better to miss services than risk spreading COVID or another viral infection.

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY THIS SHABBAT
Please be aware of the Winter Weather Advisory that is in effect in Albany from 8:00 am on Friday until noon on Saturday, with windchills up to 30 to 35 degrees below 0. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. Everyone is encourage to take this into account when walking to shul, and those who may be at greater risk are encouraged to remain at home.

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.

In light of this, we ask two things of adult Jewish men:
1) If you are able to attend weekday minyan more frequently (even one day per week), please consider joining.
2) If you think you will be able to join minyan, regularly or occasionally, please sign-up on the weekly sign-up sheet so that we can know whether there will be enough attendees, or if we need to request additional attendees.

Please contact Rabbi Kean to join the minyan WhatsApp group, useful for receiving the sign-up sheet or if you may be available to attend a minyan on short notice.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

UPCOMING EVENTS

FEBRUARY SIMCHA KIDDUSH
The February Simcha Kiddush is on 2/11/2023
Sponsors are invited to submit their celebratory announcements by NOON
on Thursday 2/9/2023. CLICK HERE to complete the online sponsor form or email office@cbaj.org.

The February TOT SHABBAT will be 2/11/2023!

SECURITY COMMITTEE
CSS Level 1 Training
This class has been postponed until February 12th
Please email Ari Fisher for more information or to register for the next
CSS Level Training to be rescheduled for February 12th at 3:00 pm.

ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING
A 1 hour active shooter training class for the general membership has been scheduled, by our Security Committee in partnership with our NYS Trooper liaison, for February 15 at 7:00 pm at CBAJ. Please consider attending this important training.

NEW LECTURE SERIES: TALMUD TOGETHER
Tues. February 7th & Thurs. February 16 at 7:00 pm
Join Rabbi Ben Kean and Rabbi Greg Weitzman for an evening - or two - of shared learning. Over the course of two evenings, both rabbis will teach their favorite Talmudic texts from their own unique perspectives. The first session
will be Tuesday, February 7th, at CBAJ and the second on Thursday, February 16th at Congregation Beth Emeth (100 Academy Rd). Rabbi Greg Weitzman joined CBE as their Co-Senior Rabbi last summer, one year after
Rabbi Kean joined CBAJ.

SOFER DAY: MEZUZAH & TEFILIN CHECKING
Sunday, February 12, 10 am to 4 pm
Rabbi Mendel Serebryanski, Sofer STA"M, will come to CBAJ to check Tefilin and Mezuzot. Reservations are preferred, but we will try to accomodate walk-ins.
To make a reservation, fill out this form. (link has been restored)
Dedicated in memory of HaRav Chaim Zev Bomzer, z"l, on his 10th yahrtzeit, 28 Shevat, by Rabbi Moshe & Rebbetzin Rochel Bomzer.

**NEW** LUNCH & LEARN for SENIORS
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program
Save the following dates for a new Lunch & Learn series for seniors, taught by Rabbi Kean in the CBAJ social hall.
February 28: Four Contemporary Lessons from the Holiday of Purim
March 28: Four Myths & Facts About Passover
May 9: TBA
All sessions will begin at 12:30 pm. Lunch will be catered by 518 Kosher under the supervision of the VHCD, free of charge.
All curious minds are welcome.

Youth Programs

NCSY Events
FEB 10-12 Winter Regional Shabbaton
All Teens grades 8-12 are invited to sign up for Northeast NCSY Winter Regional! This Shabbaton will bring Jewish teens together from across New England & Upstate NY for a weekend of fun, new & old friends, engaging and meaningful programming, & an uplifting Shabbat together in the beautiful Ethan Allen Hotel
in Danbury, CT. Saturday night will feature all the attractions at the CT Xtreme Indoor Adventure Park!
For more information and to register, go to NCSY's website.

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Registration information available here

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Tot Shabbat - the next scheduled Tot Shabbat is February 11th
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI - *NEW*
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 4:55 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

CBAJ COVID POLICY

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

KIDDUSH CONVERSATIONS
This year's Topic: "The World of Midrash"
Join CBAJ members in discussing a different Midrash every week! Midrash is one of our Tradition's most powerful and ancient tools for understanding the Torah and demonstrating its relevance to later generations,
For more information, suggested source material, or the volunteer sign-up page, please click here.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Rabbi Kean or Steve Rich. Begins November 19, and will take place following Kiddush.

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

PILLARS LECTURE SERIES
Please note change of final installment to February 25th

FEEDBACK REQUESTED
The Adult Education Committee wants to hear from you!
All ideas about classes, lectures, and other adult education programs of interest should be forwarded to events@cbaj.org

DAILY SERVICES

February 5 - February 10

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Friday
5:00 pm

Candle lighting
Friday 2/10/2023
5:02 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz , the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Bo

01/27/2023 07:30:19 AM

Jan27

Shabbat Bo
January 27 - 28, 2023

Candle Lighting
4:43 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
4:45 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:41 am

Simcha Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Shabbat Mincha
12:34 pm

Talmud Class
5:00 pm

Shabbat ends
5:48 pm

Ma'ariv
6:00 pm

TORAH READING
Exodus 10:1 - 13:16, Artscroll p. 340
Haftarah: Jeremiah 46:13-28, p. 1151

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah Shabbat morning.
Barry Siegel will lead the Kiddush Conversation.

KIDDUSH
Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ.

CODONLENCES
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob regrets to inform you of the passing of Dr. Donald Kaner (David ben Zev), father of Vicky O'Brien, who will be sitting shiva in Albany at the following times/locations:
Friday, Jan. 27:
9:15-10:15 am at the Shteeble (following the Shteeble's morning services)
10:45 am-12:30 pm at Shabbos House
May the family be comforted, and may Donald's memory be a blessing.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob regrets to inform you of the passing of William Maxwell, Jr., z''l, father of our dear friend and CBAJ member Leah Siegel (and Barry) and grandfather of our dear friend and CBAJ member Deborah Govindan (and Daniel).
The funeral details are private.

Leah will sit shiva at her home, 24 Upton Rd
Sunday, Jan. 29, 6:00-8:00 pm

May the family be comforted, and may William's memory be for a blessing.

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.

In light of this, we ask two things of adult Jewish men:
1) If you are able to attend weekday minyan more frequently (even one day per week), please consider joining.
2) If you think you will be able to join minyan, regularly or occasionally, please sign-up on the weekly sign-up sheet so that we can know whether there will be enough attendees, or if we need to request additional attendees.

Please contact Rabbi Kean to join the minyan WhatsApp group, useful for receiving the sign-up sheet or if you may be available to attend a minyan on short notice.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SECURITY COMMITTEE
CSS Level 1 Training
This class has been postponed until February 12th
Please email Ari Fisher for more information or to register for the next CSS Level Training to be rescheduled for February 12th at 3:00 pm.

ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING
A 1 hour active shooter training class for the general membership has been scheduled, by our Security Committee in partnership with our NYS Trooper liaison, for February 15 at 7:00 pm at CBAJ. Please consider attending this important training.

NEW LECTURE SERIES: TALMUD TOGETHER
Tues. February 7th & Thurs. February 16
Join Rabbi Ben Kean and Rabbi Greg Weitzman for an evening - or two - of shared learning. Over the course of two evenings, both rabbis will teach their favorite Talmudic texts from their own unique perspectives. The first session will be Tuesday, February 7th, at CBAJ and the second on Thursday, February 16th at Congregation Beth Emeth (100 Academy Rd). Rabbi Greg Weitzman joined CBE as their Co-Senior Rabbi last summer, one year after Rabbi Kean joined CBAJ.

SOFER DAY: MEZUZAH & TEFILIN CHECKING
Sunday, February 12, 10 am to 4 pm
Rabbi Mendel Serebryanski, Sofer STA"M, will come to CBAJ to check Tefilin and Mezuzot. Reservations are preferred, but we will try to accomodate walk-ins. To make a reservation, fill out this form.
Dedicated in memory of HaRav Chaim Zev Bomzer, z"l, on his 10th yahrtzeit, 28 Shevat, by Rabbi Moshe & Rebbetzin Rochel Bomzer.

Youth Programs

NCSY Events
FEB 10-12 Winter Regional Shabbaton
All Teens grades 8-12 are invited to sign up for Northeast NCSY Winter Regional! This Shabbaton will bring Jewish teens together from across New England & Upstate NY for a weekend of fun, new & old friends, engaging and meaningful programming, & an uplifting Shabbat together in the beautiful Ethan Allen Hotel
in Danbury, CT. Saturday night will feature all the attractions at the CT Xtreme Indoor Adventure Park!
For more information and to register, go to NCSY's website.

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Registration information available here

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

Tot Shabbat - the next scheduled Tot Shabbat is February 11th
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI - *NEW*
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 4:55 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

CBAJ COVID POLICY

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

KIDDUSH CONVERSATIONS
This year's Topic: "The World of Midrash"
Join CBAJ members in discussing a different Midrash every week! Midrash is one of our Tradition's most powerful and ancient tools for understanding the Torah and demonstrating its relevance to later generations,
For more information, suggested source material, or the volunteer sign-up page, please click here.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Rabbi Kean or Steve Rich. Begins November 19, and will take place following Kiddush.

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

PILLARS LECTURE SERIES
Please note change of final installment to February 25th

FEEDBACK REQUESTED
The Adult Education Committee wants to hear from you!
All ideas about classes, lectures, and other adult education programs of interest should be forwarded to events@cbaj.org

DAILY SERVICES

January 29 - February 3

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Friday
4:50 pm

Candle lighting
Friday 2/3/2023
4:53 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz , the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

Shabbat Mevarchim Vaera

01/19/2023 06:52:44 PM

Jan19

Shabbat
Mevarchim Vaera
January 20 - 21, 2023

Candle Lighting
4:35 pm

Mincha,
Kabbalat Shabbat,
& Ma'ariv
4:35 pm

Morning Services
Shabbat
9:00 am

Latest Shema
9:43 am

Simcha Kiddush
following services

Babysitting
10:00 am

Youth Groups
10:00 am

Tot Shabbat
10:30 am

Shabbat Mincha
12:31 pm

Talmud Class
4:55 pm

Shabbat ends
5:40 pm

Ma'ariv
5:55 pm

TORAH READING
Exodus 6:2 - 9:35, Artscroll p. 318
Haftarah: Isaiah 66:1-24, p. 1208

SPEAKER
Rabbi Kean will deliver a Dvar Torah Shabbat morning.
Steve Rich will lead the Kiddush Conversation, entitled "Did G-d Make Us the Best that He Could?" .

SIMCHA KIDDUSH
The Simcha Kiddush is prepared by the Simcha Kiddush Committee, chaired by Faye Silton & Marta Koblenz. The sponsors are listed below.

CONDOLENCES
Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob regrets to inform you of the passing of Dr. Donald Kaner (David ben Zev), father of Vicky O'Brien.
The funeral will take place at Mount Ararat Jewish Cemetery on Long Island (Farmingdale, NY) on Sunday. Shiva details to be announced.

MESSAGE FROM
CBAJ BOARD OF DIRECTORS

We would like to announce the Designation of Rabbi Emeritus which has been affirmed by the CBAJ Board of Directors to Rabbi Bomzer. We wish Rabbi Bomzer a hearty Mazal Tov and sincerely thank him for his ongoing dedication to CBAJ and look forward to our continued relationship and his support of CBAJ's Rabbi Kean.

Warmly,
Laura Segal, President
CBAJ Board of Directors

MESSAGE FROM RABBI KEAN

On behalf of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob, I would like to wish you and your family a restful and meaningful Shabbat.

I join the CBAJ Board of Directors in wishing Rabbi Moshe Bomzer a warm mazal tov on being officially designated as CBAJ's Rabbi Emeritus. On a personal note, I would like to take this moment as an opportunity to express my gratitude to him for the support and council that he has extended to me since the beginning of my tenure.

CBAJ's new Nach Yomi class which meets before weekday Shacharit is completing its first week! It is not too late to join interesting discussion, freshly brewed coffee, and a meaningful and attainable goal to finish all of Nach.

A special welcome to all of the NCSY advisors who are joining us this Shabbat for a wonderful NCSY Albany Chapter Shabbaton! See below for the full schedule of events for teens.

The adult education committee is currently working on several exciting new classes and learning opportunities. Please continue to check back in the coming weeks as they are announced.

I hope to see you soon at a tefilah, children's program, event, or class!

Shabbat Shalom,

Rabbi Ben Kean

SIMCHA KIDDUSH SPONSORS

The January Simcha Kiddush is sponsored by CBAJ, and by the families of our celebrants:
Amy Svirsky & Mitch Abolafia in honor of her birthday.
Tom Kligerman in honor of the daily minyan.
Maureen and Elliot Chester in honor of the birth of their son, Saul Aaron.
Rabbi Dr. Moshe & Rebbetzin Rochel Bomzer in celebration of the conferring of the title Rabbi Emeritus to Rabbi Bomzer for his rabbinic service to CBAJ, with special thanks to Rabbi Kean, Laura Segal, Mark Israel, the Executive Committee, and Board of Directors of CBAJ.
Nanette and Artie Brenner in honor of Lianna Brenner’s birthday.
Jill and Howard Goldberg in honor of Shore and Shajar Goldberg’s marriage on December 28, 2022.
Daniela and Vadim Mikhaylov in honor of David Mikhaylov's birthday, Nina Mikhaylova's birthday, and in honor of the 1st wedding anniversary of Daniela and Vadim Mikhaylov.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MINYAN NOTICE
In recent weeks, guaranteeing a weekday minyan has been a greater challenge, especially for Mincha/Maariv which is early in the Winter.

In light of this, we ask two things of adult Jewish men:
1) If you are able to attend weekday minyan more frequently (even one day per week), please consider joining.
2) If you think you will be able to join minyan, regularly or occasionally, please sign-up on the weekly sign-up sheet so that we can know whether there will be enough attendees, or if we need to request additional attendees.

Please contact Rabbi Kean to join the minyan WhatsApp group, useful for receiving the sign-up sheet or if you may be available to attend a minyan on short notice.

PARKING NOTICE
For security purposes, any time a CBAJ member parks in our parking lot overnight, or the B'nai Shalom parking lot at any time, we request that you
display a placard issued from the office. A supply will be left on the shelf in the hallway outside the sanctuary. Please contact office@cbaj.org if more placards are needed.

UPCOMING EVENTS

SECURITY COMMITTEE
CSS Level 1 Training
This class has been postponed until February 12th
Please email Ari Fisher for more information or to register for the next CSS Level Training to be rescheduled for February 12th at 3:00 pm.

ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING
A 1 hour active shooter training class for the general membership has been scheduled, by our Security Committee in partnership with our NYS Trooper liaison, for February 15 at 7:00 pm at CBAJ. Please consider attending this important training.

NEW LECTURE SERIES: TALMUD TOGETHER
Tues. February 7th & Thurs. February 16
Join Rabbi Ben Kean and Rabbi Greg Weitzman for an evening - or two - of shared learning. Over the course of two evenings, both rabbis will teach their favorite Talmudic texts from their own unique perspectives. The first session will be Tuesday, February 7th, at CBAJ and the second on Thursday, February 16th at Congregation Beth Emeth (100 Academy Rd). Rabbi Greg Weitzman joined CBE as their Co-Senior Rabbi last summer, one year after Rabbi Kean joined CBAJ.

SOFER DAY: MEZUZAH & TEFILIN CHECKING
Sunday, February 12, 10 am to 4 pm
Rabbi Mendel Serebryanski, Sofer STA"M, will come to CBAJ to check Tefilin and Mezuzot. Reservations are preferred, but we will try to accomodate walk-ins. To make a reservation, fill out this form.
Dedicated in memory of HaRav Chaim Zev Bomzer, z"l, on his 10th yahrtzeit, 28 Shevat, by Rabbi Moshe & Rebbetzin Rochel Bomzer.

Youth Programs

NCSY Events
NCSY Shabbaton Schedule - This Shabbat!
All events to take place at CBAJ unless otherwise noted
Friday, Jan. 20th
4:35 PM Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
6:15 PM Delicious "Heimish" Shabbos Homestyle Dinner
7:30 PM Oneg Featuring Desserts and Stories

Shabbat, Jan. 21st
-11:45 AM "The Parsha and Me" Activity with Advisors after morning services @ CBAJ; Grades 6-7
-2:30 PM Shabbos Afternoon Dessert and Hangout @ 197 Holmes Dale 12208;
Grades 6-12
-7:00 PM Movie Night @ CBAJ featuring fresh popcorn; Grades 8-12

FEB 10-12 Winter Regional Shabbaton
All Teens grades 8-12 are invited to sign up for Northeast NCSY Winter Regional! This Shabbaton will bring Jewish teens together from across New England & Upstate NY for a weekend of fun, new & old friends, engaging and meaningful programming, & an uplifting Shabbat together in the beautiful Ethan Allen Hotel
in Danbury, CT. Saturday night will feature all the attractions at the CT Xtreme Indoor Adventure Park! Early Bird Price until Jan 15th
For more information and to register, go to NCSY's website.

Torah High 2022-2023
CBAJ's Torah High meets Mondays, 7-9 pm and is open to all students in grades 8 - 12. Pizza dinner is served. Registration information available here

Babysitting
Babysitting is available for children ages 0-5 every Shabbat morning for from 10:00-11:30 am! You do not need to be a member to drop off your kids. At least one parent or guardian must be at CBAJ for the duration of babysitting. Babysitting will take place in Classroom 3. The babysitters will bring the kids to Kiddush, please remember to pick up your kids when babysitting ends! Please make sure to inform the babysitters if your child has any food allergies/restrictions. Children in diapers may participate, but babysitters will not be able to change diapers, so please check on kids in diapers.

Youth Groups
Kids in grades k-5 will meet each Shabbat morning at 10-11 am.
Groups will be led by our youth director, Yael Gonzalez, and teen youth leaders. For more information about attending, or if your teen wants to work as a youth leader, email office@cbaj.org.

TOT SHABBAT THIS SHABBAT
For children ages 0-5 and their parents at 10:30 am in classroom 3.
Please contact Joshua Schulman-Marcus (jschumar@gmail.com) if you would like to be added to the Young Families WhatsApp group.

WEEKLY
LEARNING
AT
CBAJ

WEEKLY CLASSES
NACH YOMI - *NEW*
Join Rabbi Kean for studying a chapter of NACH (Nevi'im & Ketuvim, the latter two sections of Jewish scripture) every weekday before Shacharit, Sunday through Friday, half an hour before the regular start time for morning services (7:30 am on Sundays, 6:10 am Monday - Friday) - in the social hall.

TORAH & TEA* Thursday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 AM on Zoom*. Studying Kings 2.
* A Theodore Strauss z"l Endowment Fund sponsored program

TALMUD CLASS - 4:55 pm this Shabbat
Join our Shabbat Afternoon TALMUD SHIUR
in-person, at CBAJ, starting 45 minutes before Shabbat ends. We are studying Masechet Makkot.

*CBAJ ZOOM ROOM (weekday classes only)
Go to https://zoom.us/join
Enter meeting ID: 940 508 9347 | Enter passcode: 613518

CBAJ COVID POLICY

ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMMING

FEEDBACK REQUESTED
The Adult Education Committee wants to hear from you!
All ideas about classes, lectures, and other adult education programs of interest should be forwarded to events@cbaj.org

BOOK CLUB
The next CBAJ Book Club is meeting in the CBAJ Zoom Room on January 18th at 8:00 pm to discuss A Journey to the End of the Millennium - A Novel of the Middle Ages by A. B. Yehoshua.

KIDDUSH CONVERSATIONS
This year's Topic: "The World of Midrash"
Join CBAJ members in discussing a different Midrash every week! Midrash is one of our Tradition's most powerful and ancient tools for understanding the Torah and demonstrating its relevance to later generations,
For more information, suggested source material, or the volunteer sign-up page, please click here.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Rabbi Kean or Steve Rich.
Begins November 19, and will take place following Kiddush.

READING CLASSICAL HEBREW COURSE *New*
Beginning after Pesach, on one evening each week students will meet
on Zoom for a 90-minute class to learn grammar and vocabulary from the textbook The First Hebrew Primer.
The instructor will be Mike Kupferschmid. For more information,
please send an email for him to nancylawson10@gmail.com.
(The day of the week will be determined by the availability of the students.)

PILLARS LECTURE SERIES
Please note change of final installment to February 25th

DAILY SERVICES

January 22 - January 27

Shacharit
Sunday
8:00 am
(Nach Yomi 7:30 am)

Monday
Rosh Chodesh Shevat
6:35 am
(Nach Yomi 6:05 am)

Tuesday - Friday
6:40 am
(Nach Yomi 6:10 am)

Mincha/Maariv
Sunday - Friday
4:45 pm

Candle lighting
Friday 1/27/2023
4:43 pm

MESSAGE FROM LIFE & LEGACY

“The things you do for your self are gone when you are gone, but the things
you do for others remain as your legacy.” Kalu Ndukwe Kalu

We are excited and honored to be partnering with 10 other local organizations in the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY™ program. Please help us pay it forward and leave a legacy for future Capital District Jews. Please speak to Paula Mosher or Ellen Kaplowitz , the Life & Legacy committee chairs about partnering on this crucial initiative to ensure the vitality of Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob for the next 200 years.

COMMUNITY EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

POSITIVE PARENTING WITH RABBI ZALMY KUDAN
Sunday, January 22, 2023 at the Jewish Federation Golub Center (184 Washington Ave. Ext., Albany). The Jewish Federation of NENY & Maimonides PTA invite you to a parent's night out, for an evening of inspiration.
See flyer for details. RSVP to MHDSpta@gmail.com

Congregation Beth Abraham-Jacob
380 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208

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