Parashat Shemot (Names) Exodus 1:1 - 6:1 Haf Torah Isaiah 27:6 - 28:13; Isaiah 29:22-23 Pharaohs Daughter finds the Hebrew baby and names him Moses Dear friends, I begin this week's message on a sad note informing you of the death of Norman Perlmutter, father of David Perlmutter, father in-law of Patty Perlmutter and grandfather of Jared, Bryan, and Megan. He was an active member of Temple Israel in Springfield, Illinois and very devoted to faith and family. You can read h

Parashat Vayigash (and he approached) Genesis 44:18 - 47:27 Haf Torah Ezekiel 37:15-28 Joseph Reunites with his Brothers Dear friends, What a wonderful Hanukkah week this has been. We were blessed to share the celebration with our JCC family as we prayed, partied, and served the community together. Now as we begin our winter season, please continue to join in with your synagogue family as we continue our mission. See the schedule of upcoming events at the end of this

Parashat Miketz (at the end) Genesis 41:1 -44:17 2nd Torah Chanukah 6 Rosh Chodesh Numbers 28:9-15 3rd Torah Chanukah 6 Rosh Chodesh Numbers 7:42-47 HafTorah Zech 2:14-4:7; Miketz Dear friends, What a wonderful week to be celebrating the ongoing holiday of Hanukkah ! We had record attendance at our pre-Hanukkah Shabbat dinner last Friday and a beautiful and emotional experience bringing Hanukkah ritual and joy to the residents of the Trinity Place assisted living center on

Parashat Vayishlach (and he sent) Genesis 32:4-36:43 Haf Torah Obadiah 1:1-21 JACOB AND ESAU Dear friends, I am sorry to begin this week's message on a sad note. We have just learned that our member Debra Michaud passed away on Thanksgiving Day. May we all together with her family and friends be blessed by her memory. Thanks to Carl Vengel who sponsored the wonderful Kiddush luncheon last Shabbat afternoon. Spending time while sharing a meal with congregants and friends i