1. religion and spirituality
2. judaism

Vol u me 7, I s su e 1
News
from your
Sisterhood
O ct ob e r , Nove mb e r ,
De c e mb er
2014
Ti s h re i, Ch es h va n ,
K is le v
Inside this issue:
Our Mission
To join together in Sisterhood and, guided by the principles
of Reform Judaism, to strengthen our congregation, our
community and ourselves.
Celebrating Marcia Goldstein’s 26 Years of Service
O
n Sunday, September 7th,
Sisterhood held its Fall
General Membership
meeting “Mensch Munch
Lunch”, honoring Marcia Goldstein for
her almost 26 years as IHC’s director
of lifelong learning. 100 ladies were in
attendance, which is over 1/3 of our
total membership! The tables were set
with beautiful hydrangeas and the sun
shone in so brightly.
Lunch was an amazing collection of salads and wonderful
pastries by Blue
Bakes! To honor
Marcia, Patty Goodman and Elyse
Chuvalas read a beautiful poem that
they wrote especially for Marcia and
we all participated in a Marcia trivia
game. On behalf of the sisterhood,
Amy Isaacs presented Marcia with a
lovely framed piece of Judaica and also
the poem framed. The remainder of
the morning was spent on the business portion of our meeting. We
voted and approved our 2015 budget
and also voted to make a donation to
the “Stop the Sirens” campaign. This
campaign will support humanitarian
efforts in Israel
during this time
of conflict. Our
members
also
brought in diapers which we
donated to Popsie’s Pantry, as our social action portion of the morning. It was a beautiful morning, not only a perfect day
outside but also inside the gathering
Fall Membership Meeting
2
Sisterhood Board
2
Ode to a Mensch
3
Programming
4
Religious Living
5
Gift Shop
5
Fundraising
6-7
Membership
7
Staying Connected
7
Mark your Calendar:
October
Wed 10/1 Sisterhood BOD mtg
Fri 10/3 Kol Nidre
Sat 10/4 Yom Kippur
Sun 10/5 Gift Shop closed (no RS)
Wed 10/8 9:15 am Torah Talk
Wed/Thurs 10/8-9 Sukkot
Tues 10/14 Sisters in the Sukkah
Wed/Thurs 10/15-16 Simchat
Torah
Sun 10/19 Gift Shop closed (no
RS)
Wed 10/22 9:15 am Torah Talk
Wed 10/29 9:15 am Torah Talk
November
Sun 11/2 Pancake Breakfast
Wed 11/5 9:15 am Torah Talk
Thurs/Sun 11/6-9 WRJ District
Meeting (Columbus, OH)
Wed 11/12 Sisterhood BOD mtg
Sat/Sun 11/15-16 Collector’s
Choice
Wed 11/19 9:15 am Torah Talk
Wed 11/26 9:15 am Torah Talk
Sun 11/30 Gift Shop closed (no
RS)
December
Wed 12/10 Sisterhood BOD mtg
Wed 12/3 9:15 am Torah Talk
Wed 12/10 9:15 am Torah Talk
felt warm and festive and joyous. We could only begin to show Marcia our gratitude
for all of her years of commitment, creativity, love and generosity. We fortunately have
the rest of the school year to continue celebrating our Huggie Bubbie.
Thank you again to Patty Goodman, Elyse Chuvalas and their committee: : Randi
Roger, Carly Turow, Amy Jerris, Stefani Schaffer, Sarah Freeman, Susie Townsend,
Missy Wise, Robin Weiss, Jane Corn, Stefany Mitlak, Sara Halberstadt, Diane Evans,
and Sonja Kantor, for making the day so special.
Sisterhood Board of Directors— 2014-2016
President
Co-VPs, Membership
Co-VPs, Ways & Means
Co-VPs, Programming
Vice President, Religious Living
Treasurer
Ways & Means Treasurer
Financial Secretary
Assistant Financial Secretary
Recording Secretary
Corresponding Secretary
Parliamentarian
Gift Shop Director
Co-Directors, Social Action
Communications Director
Operations Director
Immediate Past President
Amy Isaacs
Roberta Dakich & Sarah Freeman
Jackie Barrett & Laurie Freeman
Elyse Chuvalas & Patty Goodman
Roseanne Marusa
Robin Weiss
Karen Rossen
Carly Turow
Michelle Stele
Becky Ristow
Melissa Herman
Anita Dansker
Amy Micon
Lisa Deremiah & Karen Schiffer
Sara Cox
Joanne Lenke
Sonja Kantor
Committee Chairs
Hamentashen:
Tammy Falender & Judy Levy
YES Fund:
Lea Coleman & Bonnie Foster
By-Laws & Policies:
Jennifer Vigran
Gift Shop Volunteers:
Marcella Slabosky
Torah Talk:
Susan Moss
WRJ Central District Board
Beth Lande
Lea Coleman
Page 2
Volume 7, Issue 1
Ode to a Mensch...
here to share some
W e’re
laughter
Bobby Darin, Elvis & Neil Sedaka
Kept the girls a crooning
Reading Betty and Veronica
Kept Marcia from a swooning
Despite her tiny stature
She’s a giant in our eyes
She showed us all what good can
come
When someone really tries.
She has been a tireless presence
From her start in ‘89
A director, an educator,
And a mentor of every kind.
She grew up north on College
Near the Vogue and other bars.
Tho’ we have no photo proof
We’re pretty sure the streets had
cars.
Her role in special programs,
Gifted students, accreditations
Early childhood, Jewish Studies
And many, many other stations.
She’s touched so many lives
With her energy and passion
And showed us lifelong learning
Would always be in fashion
As a Girl Scout she sold cookies
With “Logan” form she sold a
bunch
Thin Mints and Samoas
Along with Thank U Berry Munch
She’s played so many roles
With no thoughts of praise or fame,
She even showed us all
That “underneath we’re all the
same.”
She was known as “Goody two
shoes”
For her mind would not corrupt
Yet get her in a classroom
And she would never quite shut up.
If you wonder what she’ll be doing
When that retirement time does
come
The Boston Terrier service dog she
trains
Will certainly keep her from getting glum
And we’re here to shed some tears
As we honor Marcia Goldstein
After twenty-five-plus years
But to truly know our Marcia
And understand what motivates
Let’s take a look at what exactly
Led her to her fates.
Her father was an Orthodox
Her mother was Reform
She’s been a mediator
From the moment she was born.
The granddaughter of a fur trader
From the northern part of the state
Who knew she’d become a grader
And hone many of a trait
Her schooling took her global
And every challenge she did meet
Whether Tel Aviv, Jerusalem,
Or Butler down the street.
She gained so many friends
With her energy and vision
I’ve never met someone
A delivery of Chinese food
So completely absent of derision.
Would be divine at every meal
A little side note here
Unless of course she’s in the mood If for gossip you are starvin’
For hitting up the Colonel for the
Don’t bring your
latest deal
date if you’re a
friend
The orchards they head to in the
‘cause that’s how
fall
she met Marvin.
With all five grandchildren in tow
They pick and schlepp those bushels
So then the applesauce can flow
Temple Sisterhood of Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation
So let’s wish her well upon her
leave
A new chapter with her hubbie.
You’ll always be inside our hearts
Our joyful Huggie Bubbie.
Page 3
Programming
Social Action
Page 4
Volume 7, Issue 1
Religious Living
Photos from our Spring Sisterhood Shabbat.
Gift Shop
Sisterhood Gift Shop Hours
To volunteer,
contact Marcella Slabosky
Marcella_s@yahoo.com
872-7308
Monday-Friday: 10 am - 2 pm
Friday evening: 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Sundays: 9 am—1:15 pm
(when Religious School is in session)
Temple Sisterhood of Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation
To visit during nonbusiness hours,
contact Amy Micon
at 571-1005.
Page 5
2014
Fundraising
Sisterhood
It’s been over 10 years since Sisterhood has published a cookbook! Filled with almost
250 recipes from your friends, aunts, mothers, sisters and grandmothers, this book is
not only a source of great recipes, but also a treasury of the culinary memories of our
congregation!
The cookbook will be available before Chanukah, so order multiple copies NOW! This
book is not only a wonderful keepsake gift for children, grandchildren and friends, but
it will also make a terrific housewarming, bridal shower or college graduation gift!
***********************************************************************************
ORDER FORM
Name _________________________________________________________
Email _________________________________________________________
Phone # _(____)_________________________________________________
Please reserve ______ copies at $25 each.
Total $___________
Please mail check made out to IHC Sisterhood to:
Laurie Freeman
563 W. 79th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46260
We will announce when books are available and may be picked up at IHC!
Page 6
Volume 7, Issue 1
Shop for a Cause! Don't miss the Collector's
Closet Sale! 2 Opportunities to shop:
■
■
VIP Preview Sale on Saturday, November
15 at 7:00 pm at Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation. Reserve your space today!
Open to the Public Sale on Sunday, November 16 from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Visit our Facebook Page for up to date photos
and information on all of our great acquisitions!
Money raised will help fund our education and
social justice projects.
Space Still Available...
Taste of Edible Indy
Tuesday, October 7th—The Golf Club of Indiana 6905 S 525 East, Lebanon.
Join Edible Indy Magazine publishers (and IHC members) Jennifer & Jeff Rubenstein for a culinary tour of
local restaurants and food artisans together all in one location! Delicious appetizers, ethnic foods, very best
gourmet chocolates, craft beers & cocktails. For Adults, Couples, Singles 21+. Just $35/person.
Havdalah Hoedown, Family Style!
Saturday, October 11th—GUCI Corral!
This Havdalah Hoedown is created especially for families. Drink Sarsaparilla, attend a Havdalah service led
by Rabbi Covitz, eat a Chuckwagon dinner, square dance, enjoy a bonfire and eat S'Mores! For Adults, Families and kids 2 years and older. $25/Adult, $10/Kid (ages 2-12).
Spirits with a Splash of Spirits
Saturday, October 18th—The home of Laurie and Edward Freeman.
Enjoy just Spirits (drinks) and snacks for $35/person OR Spirits, snacks and a 10 minute psychic reading by
Marilene Isaacs Kaufman for $70/person.
For more information on these parties, Click here to see & print out the Party & Event Catalog.
Click here to print out the order form. You can mail in your registration or deliver it to IHC with your check; or
Click here to go online to register by credit card, or to make a donation if you can't attend any event.
Temple Sisterhood of Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation
Page 7
Membership
We
Our Members!
Our Sisterhood touches almost every aspect of our temple life. But beyond providing funding and volunteers, being a part of Sisterhood provides each of us an easy and meaningful way to connect with other women
to build friendships, study, learn and give back to IHC and our community.
Sisterhood of IHC currently boasts 284 members, 34 of whom are new since
July of last year.
Welcome New Members!
Linda Chinsky is originally from New York. She and
her husband Rob have been IHC members for 17 years.
Linda stays at home and volunteers with Indianapolis
Children’s Choir, spends time with family and friends
and enjoys reading. The Chinsky’s
children, Joshua
(17) and Jessica (16) are both Madrichim for the religious school and
both have read Torah on Yom Kippur every year since they became a
Bar/Bat Mitzvah! Linda chose to rejoin Sisterhood in order to align herself with other women at Temple!
Membership in IHC Sisterhood is open to all
women members of IHC. You don’t need to
be Jewish—just a member of IHC.
If you have not yet joined, or would
like more information on joining
Sisterhood,
click here for a membership form,
or contact Roberta Dakich
(rkdakich@att.net)
or Sarah Freeman
(sarahelizabethfreeman@gmail.com)
We look forward to meeting you!
Natalie Terman is originally from Chicago, but has
lived all over the world in the military. Natalie currently works as a teacher. She enjoys spending
time with her daughter, Barrie (almost 6), nature
walks, research, library, and book stores. Natalie is
a new member of IHC (August 2014) and has
joined Sisterhood to meet new friends and help out
in our community. Natalie said, “My daughter,
Barrie Edina and I are excited to live in the Mid-West and be a part of the
IHC community. We also like GUCI!!”
Staying Connected
The Sisterhood newsletter is published 4 times annually and is distributed via email with the goal of keeping our membership and the IHC community informed of our always busy Temple Sisterhood. Watch this
space for info regarding upcoming events, activities and other ways to get involved, create connections, or
make a difference.
To update your email address or for comments or questions, please contact: Sara Cox, Communications
Director · coxfamily@indy.rr.com · 317-580-0222.
We look forward to connecting.
Temple Sisterhood of Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation
Page 8