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 Ten Days of Turning
by Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback
וּבַדָּבָ֖ר הַזֶּ֑ה אֵֽינְכֶם֙ מַאֲמִינִ֔ם בַּה׳ אֱלֹהֵיכֶֽם׃
Yet for all that, you have no faith in the ETERNAL your God. (Deuteronomy 1:32)
We knew what was expected of us. We knew what had to be done. God couldn’t have been clearer about it. God told us to leave the wilderness, to go forth from Mount Sinai and journey to the Land of our Dreams, the land promised to our ancestors.
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 Melton School Opens Enrollment to New Audiences
Wise’s award-winning Melton School is proud to open registration for adult education classes to those who have never enrolled in a Melton course before. This groundbreaking program engages participants in deep learning and study with incredible instructors on a variety of fascinating topics. This fall, study Israeli Literature, Bereshit: From Adam to Abraham, or even take our new online class The Long Relationship of Judaism and Islam. Become part of our special community of learning through Melton School and open yourself up to new ways of looking at Judaism!
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 This Week’s Torah Portion: Vaethanan
FRIDAY, JULY 27
6:15 p.m. Shabbat Services | Plotkin Chapel
Led by Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback and Cantor Emma Lutz
SATURDAY, JULY 28
Shabbat Morning Services | Plotkin Chapel
Led by Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback and Cantor Emma Lutz
9 a.m. Torah Study
10 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
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NEXT WEEK:
FRIDAY, AUGUST 3
6:15 p.m. Shabbat Services | Geldin Chapel
Led by Rabbi Sari Laufer and Cantor Nathan Lam
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4
Shabbat Morning Services | Plotkin Chapel
Led by Rabbi Sari Laufer and Cantor Paul Dorman
9 a.m. Torah Study
10 a.m. Shabbat Morning Service
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Learning Opportunities with Clergy
Bible Study with Rabbi Ron Stern: Monday, July 30 at 9 a.m. | Temple Conference Room
Talmud Study with Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback: Wednesday, August 1 at 12 p.m. | Udko Annex
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Journey to New York City with Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback and Rabbi David Woznica
Highlights include:
- Harlem’s Jewish Heritage walking tour
- Meeting with a member of Israel’s delegation to the United Nations
- Tickets for the Tony Award-winning Best Musical The Band’s Visit
- Greenwich Village Food and Sipping Tour
- Shabbat experiences with your Wise community
- and many more unique opportunities!
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High Holy Days tickets now on sale
Visit WiseLA.org/HighHolyDays Your one-stop guide to schedules, tickets, membership, family experiences, and more. Earlybird High Holy Days ticket prices are in effect until August 1!
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 Family Experiences: Learn What’s New and What’s Changing
Families with children of all ages have a variety of amazing options when it comes to High Holy Days with Wise! At our Family Services, parents and kids can pray, sing, and learn together. During our Days of Awesome, kids can learn through activities tailored just for them (no grown-ups allowed!)
And, of course we offer Child Care for all services on the Wise campus and
at Bel Air Church.
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 Yizkor Book of Remembrance Submissions
Our Yizkor Book of Remembrance is a time-honored and meaningful way to remember your departed loved ones during this year’s High Holy Days and throughout the year. Submissions will be open from July 12 through August 20. We encourage you to make a contribution of $18 per name listed. This donation allows us to a printed version of the book for all who attend our Yizkor services. Please contact us during office hours at 310.476.8561 if you have any questions or if we may assist you in completing your submission.
SUBMIT ONLINE
PRINTABLE MAIL-IN FORM
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 Voting is for the Wise
Casting your ballot is the single most important way that you can personally influence the policies and positions of our city, state, and country. It is the way that we, as a Jewish community, can make sure that our interests and those principles we uphold are represented. Are you registered to vote? Are your children over the age of 18 registered? Share this link with any non-registered voters. Make sure to register yourself. You can even register to receive a permanent vote-by-mail ballot if you have difficulty voting in person. Make your voice heard!
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 WiseFit presents Open Gym — Pick-Up Sports for Adults
Final Summer Dates:
Wednesdays from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29
Sundays from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
7/29, 8/5
Why should kids have all the fun? Stephen Wise Temple members are invited to play pick-up basketball in our beautiful new Katz Family Pavilion athletics facility. Bring your A-game and up to two friends every Wednesday night from 6 to 8 p.m. to show off your hoops skills. Open gym is completely free. Note that only persons 18 and over are eligible. Please wear appropriate gym clothing. Waivers must be signed upon entry.
Swimming: Do you prefer the water over dry land? We’ve got you covered! Come down to the pool and check out our WiseFit Master’s swimming program. This program includes guided workouts three times per week early in the morning.
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| Upcoming Events |
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 Shabbat by the Shore
with Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback and Cantor Emma Lutz
Friday, August 17 at 6:30 p.m.
Crescent Bay Park, Santa Monica
Our seaside service has become a beloved summer tradition, bringing together friends from all over Los Angeles for a sunset Shabbat full of meaningful prayer and uplifting music. As always, arrive early to stake out a spot for your blanket and picnic “pre-neg” and be sure to pack your frisbees and beach balls for an after-service hangout!
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Lunch Bunch: Caring for the Stranger
Tuesday, August 21 at 5 p.m. | Sanctuary Building
Help our Lunch Bunch care for the stranger by assembling lunches for residents at LA Family Housing’s valley shelter. Delivery of the lunches will take place on the morning of Wednesday, August 22. Your help is greatly appreciated, especially in the summer months when school is not in session and many are traveling. To RSVP for Tuesday’s food preparation or if you have questions, email Diane Kabat or call 818.981.5485.
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 Concert on Cañon
with Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback, Cantor Nathan Lam, Cantor Emma Lutz, Music Director David Kates, and the Stephen Wise Temple Soulful Musicians and Singers
Thursday, August 23 at 6 p.m.
Beverly Cañon Gardens, Beverly Hills
For the past two years, our extraordinary clergy, musicians, and singers have wowed audiences at Beverly Hills’ beautiful Beverly Cañon Gardens, performing an eclectic mix from traditional Jewish and Israeli music to pop favorites to last year’s stunning “Summer of Love” selections. This hidden gem of a venue has plenty of seating, lawn space for family picnickers, and restaurant patios for those grabbing a happy hour cocktail and nosh. Limited free parking is available.
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| Lifecycle • Yahrzeits |
We remember with love those who died in recent days and weeks:
Lillian Kleiman, Mansour Nedjathaiem
We observe the yahrzeits of:
Hyman Adler*, Leona Berr*, Herbert S. Bornstein*, Yeugenia Ya. Brusilovskaya*, Sunnie Crasnick*, Gilmore H. Danney*, Kenneth F. Dryfoos*, Albert Jerome Goodman*, Yetta Hundert*, George Ben Jacobs*, Melinda Kaish*, Andrew Kahn, Phineas Kappe*, Abraham Miller*, Z. Steven Petrus*, Roslyn Pinkus, Charlotte C. Rabin*, Herbert A. Samuel, Henry Scheinbaum*, Phillip Schwartz*, David Sheinbein*, Irene Shpall, Philip B. Shubb*, Lee Shumsky, Maurice H. Stept*, Jerry Tanzer*, Dorothy Tomin*, Maurice C. Verbin*, Albert Waldinger*, Ted T. Ward, Albert Waldinger, Victor M. Williams*, Saul Zucker
*Designated on our memorial walls
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| Lifecycle • Mazal Tov |
| Shehechianu Moment
Do you have a milestone birthday or anniversary approaching? We’d like to celebrate your special day on the bima during Friday evening Shabbat Services! Invite your family, join your Wise community, make it a “shehechianu moment” – a time to give thanks for life, health, and the blessings that enable you to reach this great moment in your life. Let us know by emailing Arlene Spiegelman or calling 310.889.2272 and she’ll make sure to schedule a date that works for you. We’d love to share your celebration!
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We honor our loved ones, our family simchas, our communal losses through charitable giving. To give in honor or in memory of a cherished family member or dear friend please visit WiseLA.org/Giving.
RABBIS’ DISCRETIONARY FUND
IN MEMORY OF:
Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback for officiating at the wedding of Lauren Paletz and Adam Karp, by Robyn Palez
Alma Hutkin, by Susan and David Friedman
Hyman Adler, by Bernard Adler
CANTORS’ DISCRETIONARY FUND
IN HONOR OF:
Cantor Emma Lutz for officiating at the Bat Mitzvah of our daughter Francesca Tyberg, by Lori and Leandro Tyberg
WISE SCHOOL GENERATIONS ENDOWMENT
IN HONOR OF:
Andrew Berman on commencing his two-year term as Chair of the Board of Directors of the Los Angeles Jewish Home
AFSANEH YOUSEFZADEH MEMORIAL FUND
IN HONOR OF:
Deborah Friedman, thank you for your kindness, by Shawn Azizzadeh
SOCIAL JUSTICE FUND
IN MEMORY OF:
Ted T. Ward, by Susan, Jon, Sami and Carly Berger
Albert Waldinger, by Gloria Waldinger
YAHRZEIT FUND
IN MEMORY OF:
Dr. Miriam Reichstein, by Jackie Harrell, Erin Harrell, Blair Olenick, and Jaime Olenick
Ted Ward, by Sylvia Ward, Carrie, Denise, and Amanda Hasson
Art Waldinger, by The Glick and Sheerin Family
Roz Pinkus, by Frank Pinkus
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| Thank You |
| We appreciate our wonderful volunteers:
Nosh Volunteer:
Susan Firestone
Gift Shop Volunteers:
Terrie Baumann
Rochelle Fox
Lori Rubin
Carol Sookman
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| A Welcoming Community |
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