February 27, 2025
Issue #704
Letter from Rabbi Ross
Dear TBS Friends and Family,
This Saturday we have Prayer Essentials at 9:00 am and Torah Study at 9:45. In our Prayer Essentials group, we will discuss the start of Rabbi Michael Cumins book, “Making Prayer Real.” I will provide handouts the first few weeks. In Torah Study, we will explore the building on the mishkan in section Terumah.
This weekend marks the completion of the “First Phase” of the ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. On Wednesday, Yarden Bibas buried his wife and two small children. All three were buried in the same casket. It has been a raw week for many in Israel.
25 living hostages have now been returned and 8 dead hostage bodies have been returned. About 25 living hostages remain in Gaza and about 30 dead hostage bodies remain there as well.
The “Second Phase” of the ceasefire was supposed to begin this weekend. Negotiations, which were scheduled to begin 3 weeks ago, began Thursday. The second phase calls for Israeli troops to leave Gaza, and for the ceasefire to become permanent.
It’s not clear if this First Phase will be extended for a week or two. It might.
It’s not clear if war will resume. It might.
We hope and pray that the desire to bring back all the hostages will encourage the continuation of the process until a “Second Phase” is completed.
Purim is coming!
Today is Rosh Chodesh Adar. TBS will have a megillah reading and service on Friday March 14. Drinks and hamantaschen will be served! Wear a funny hat!
On Sunday, March 16, our religious school will host our annual Purim Carnival. All are invited! We are in need of Purim helpers for Sunday 3/16, from 9:30-12:30. All teens and parents are asked to lend a hand.
Religious School News
– TBS’ education director Kate Pallleschi’s father died early this month. Kate needs to step away from her duties this semester at TBS to handle his estate. We send our deepest condolences to Kate and her family. We thank her for her work with our school over the past year and a half, as first a teacher and then as our director.
– Jean Beasley and I will resume our former interim roles running the religious school. Jean will run the Thursday Hebrew program as our Assistant Director. I will become the interim education director for this semester.
– We will begin the job search for a new education director shortly. Please let us know if you know someone who can run our sweet, little school.
Nariya Shabbat, Friday 3/7
In late January, Hillel hosted Rabbi Micah Shapiro for a special musical shabbat. He has formed a monthly group that meets Cleveland Heights, called Nariya.
TBS will be taking a field trip to join his next service on March 7.
Please join me for a wonderful, unique musical experience.
– Please register here: Nariya Shabbat & Dinner
by Tues, March 4 at 5:00 pm if you are planning to stay for dinner
– Friday, March 7:00 – 6:00 pm, service, 7:15 pm dinner
– Beth El – The Heights Synagogue, Cleveland Heights
Two Upcoming Surgeries
On March 10, I am scheduled to undergo hernia surgery. I plan to take a few days off.
On April 15, I will have my batteries replaced in my chest stimulators. Again, I will need a few days off.
Your thoughts and prayers for a quick, speed yrecovery are requested.
TBS’ Adult B’nai Mitzvah Class Starting this winter!
Our Adult B’nai Mitzvah classes turns in February to Hebrew and the book “Making Prayer Real.”
More than a dozen people have already signed up for this cohort! The book for Saturdays class can be ordered here: Making Prayer Real
CLASSES:
– Making Prayer Real – the art of prayer (Saturdays before Torah Study,
from 9:00 – 9:45 am)
– Basic Hebrew (Tuesdays at 7 pm)
– Torah Reading & Chanting (Fall ’25)
– Spiritual Autobiography writing (Fall ’25 or Spring ’26)
TBS Legacy Fund Update
Participation increasing!
I want to thank everyone who are answering the call to join us in owning and preserving
our building and the Jewish presence it represents. Since last week participation has increased from 29% to 40%, great progress but still looking to get that up to 80, 90, 100%.
Again, no contribution is too small, and our match is still happening so whatever you give will be doubled. Our total is up to 70% so let’s keep this going.
Contributions can be made by check, stock or right on our website. And if you use Zeffy to process your credit card you can choose the amount you want for fees all the way down to 0%. Let’s do this!
Thank you and blessings to all,
Larry
TBS Brotherhood Bingo Night 2025
This year’s FUN event was well attended with scrumptious, appetizers, desserts, cash prizes, and drawings! This year’s event was NO exception!
SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!
TBSBrotherhood meetings/events
• Brotherhood Membership
The Brotherhood performs much needed projects for TBS. Even if you cannot participate in Brotherhood, PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING A DONATION. This will help to complete the many projects planned for 2024 – 2025 for TBS. Please contact treasurer Art Busch, ascyb34@yahoo.com with any questions.
* Please Do Not pay along with your Temple dues.
• We meet throughout the year in the spirit of friendship and good humor. We sponsor social events, fundraisers and building beautification projects to support and enhance the TBS community. Announcements will be posted as soon as they are available!
Contact: Mike Miller at: mikemillercsi@roadrunner.com
Thank you for your support!
TBSSisterhood meetings/events
• You’re Invited!
To Robin Selinger’s Sisterhood Shabbat Dinner. Feb 28, 2025 at 6:30 pm, 533 Overlook Drive in Kent. Robin will supply a main dish (chicken) and matzo ball soup, along with water, wine, and grape juice.
We need to bring challah, appetizers, desserts, side dishes, salads, vegetarian dishes, and any soft drinks or other beverages that you would enjoy. When you choose a slot, please leave a comment indicating what you plan to bring.
Please complete sign-ups by Feb 21. Thank you!
Sign-up genius link: http://tiny.cc/shabbatwithrobin
• Join the Sisterhood and support us with a dues donation. Please email me, Robin Rosen-Sharp (rrsdvm2@gmail.com) if you need a membership form and would like to mail your payment.
* Please Do Not pay along with your Temple dues.
• Upcoming meetings and events are currently being planned and scheduled by the Sisterhood. Announcements will be posted as soon as they are available!Thank you for your support!
Temple Beth ShalomWebsite Notes and Links
*Receive our weekly e-newsletters!
Please email your First Name, Last Name, and Email Address
to: hberman44236@yahoo.com
PAST NEWSLETTERS PW: TBSHudson
Past e-Megillahs can be found on Media > e-Megillah Newsletters page
CALENDAR PAGE View upcoming services and events
SHABBAT SERVICE ID: 861 4959 4595. Contact TBS or join our Facebook group for access.
Available when noted on the Upcoming Events schedule
TORAH STUDY ID: 844 3145 6155. Contact TBS or join our Facebook group for access.
Saturday Prayer Essentials and Torah Study
KENT HILLEL SHABBAT Candle-lighting, Service/Community Discussion, FREE Dinner (*Registration is REQUIRED and will close each week on Thursday at 2:00pm)
KENT HILLEL Providing a comfortable atmosphere for socializing, studying, or connecting spiritually for students
Zeffy We can now use Zeffy for Dues, Fees, and Donations.
Temple Beth Shalom does not pay a fee
ISRAEL DONATIONS Donations to support Israel can be made at
Cleveland Federation
Please include ‘e-megillah news‘ in the subject field.
We are looking for Volunteers to help our Temple
Welcome to Temple Beth Shalom!
***Non-members who wish to attend High Holy Day services at Temple Beth Shalom***
You can purchase guest tickets. To request tickets, please contact Amy McCormick, ticket coordinator, at e-mail: membership@tbshudson.org. In your e-mail, please leave your full name (first and last) as well as your phone number and best contact e-mail so Amy can get back to you.
Temple Beth Shalom is a dynamic congregation of about 100 families, under the leadership of Rabbi Michael Ross. Known as the Synagogue of the Western Reserve, we are a Reform Jewish congregation, affiliated with the national organizations of that movement.
Although the Temple has grown over the years, it endeavors to maintain a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Please come join us so we can share who we are today and our vision for the future.
The Temple is located in a beautiful, historic building at 50 Division Street in Hudson. Friday night services are held twice a month at 7:30 p.m. For a schedule of services and other activities, see our Calendar page.
Address: 50 Division Street, Hudson, OH 44236
P.O. Box 2230, Hudson, OH 44236
330-656-1800, Please Note: there is no on-site staff and there may be a delay in retrieving and returning messages left at this number.
Office hours vary; please email for appointment.
Rabbi: rabbimichaelross@gmail.com
Education Director: education@tbshudson.org
President: president@tbshudson.org
Membership: membership@tbshudson.org
Accounting: accounting@tbshudson.org