MARATHON JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

Shabbat Ki Tavo
Deuteronomy 26:1-29:8

Candle Lighting Time: Friday, August 27, 2010 7:18 p.m.

The H1N1 pandemic focused the world’s attention on viruses. Viruses are living
organisms that need a host to survive and wreak their havoc. In some cases, a
virus can be present for many years before the host is even aware of it. During
that time, the virus can inflict widespread and untold damage. Take it away from
the host, and it remains dormant or dies.

In a similar way, sin needs a host to stay alive. By themselves, sins such as
pride, greed, anger, and selfishness are mere words. But when sin overpowers a
human host, it works to destroy it for as long as the host is alive.

As we prepare for our Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur (only 12 more days!), we need
to remember that Judaism has the concept of sin, but doesn’t believe people by
their very nature are doomed to sin and transgress. We can choose the way we
live our lives; we can choose to turn our lives around at any time. The good
news from this week’s Torah portion, Ki Tavo, is that we can be inoculated
against sin. The consequences for being faithful to God and observing the Torah
are blessings and a righteous life. “Now if you obey the Lord your God to
observe faithfully all His commandments…Blessed shall you be in the city and
blessed shall you be in the country….Blessed shall be your basket and your
kneading bowl. Blessed shall you be in your comings and blessed shall you be in
your goings.” (Dt. 28:1-6)

Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur are just around the corner. It’s still not too late
to get you Elul “booster shot” in time for the holidays.

Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Gary Greene

Services Schedule:
Friday night 7:00 p.m.
Shabbat 10:00 a.m.
Mon. & Thurs 6:30 a.m.
Sun. -Thurs night 7:30 p.m.

5771 Fall Holiday Service Schedule
All Services will begin promptly on time!

Saturday, September 4 Slichot
Slichot Program & Program 10:00 P.M.
Slichot Services 11:30 P.M.

Erev Rosh Hashana, Wednesday, September 8
Candle Lighting 6: 58 p.m.
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 p.m.

1st Day Rosh Hashana, Thursday, September 9
Shacharit 9:00 a.m.
Carlbach Minyon and
Youth Services 10:30 a.m.
Tashlich/Healing Service 5:00 p.m.
Candle Lighting Time after 7:58 p.m.
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 p.m.

2nd Day Rosh Hashana, Friday, September. 10
Shacharit 9:00 a.m.
Carlbach Minyon and
Youth Services 10:30 a.m.
Mincha /Ma’ariv 7:00 p.m.

Shabbat Shuva, Friday, September 11
Candle Lighting Time 6:55 p.m
Kabbalat Shabbat services 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 4
Shacharit 9:00 a.m.

Erev Yom Kippur, Friday, September 17
Mincha 6:30 p.m.
Candle Lighting Time 6:43 p.m.
Kol Nidre 6:45 p.m.

Yom Kippur, Shabbat, September 18
Shacharit 9:00 a.m.*
Carlbach Minyon and
Youth Services 11:00 a.m.
Yizkor approx. 1:00 p.m.**
Mincha 5: 30 p.m.
Neila 6:45 p.m.
Ma’ariv with Shofar Blasts 7:45 p.m.

Erev Sukkot, Wednesday, September 22
Candle Lighting Time 6:34 p.m.
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 p.m.

1st Day Sukkot, Thursday, September 23
Shacharit 9:00 a.m.
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 p.m.
Candle Lighting after 7:34 p.m.

2nd Day Sukkot, Friday, September 24
Shacharit 9:00 a.m.
Traditional Mincha/Ma’ariv
Creative Sukkot services
Candle Lighting 6:31 p.m.

Shabbat Hol Hamoed Sukkot, September 25
Shacharit 9:00 a.m.
Carlbach minyon 10:00 a.m.

Sunday, Hol Hamoed Sukkah, September 26
Sukkah Dinner sponsored by Sisterhood, 5PM
Erev Shimini Atzeret, Wednesday, September 29
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 p.m. Candle Lighting Time 6:23:p.m.

Shimini Atzeret and Simchat Torah,
Thursday, September 30
Shacharit 9:00 a.m.
Yizkor approx. 11:00 a.m.
Candle Lighting Time after 7:29 p.m.
Ma’ariv, &
Simchat Torah Hakafot 7:00 P.M.

Simchat Torah, Friday, October 1,
Shacharit 9:00 a.m.
Sit Down Chollent Kiddush after Services
Kabbalat Shabbat 7:00 p.m.

Erev Shabbat, September 24
Candle Lighting Time 5:43 p.m.
Kabbalat Shabbat Services 7:00 p.m
Candle Lighting Time 6:19 p.m..

Shabbat Beraisheet, October 2
Shacharit 9:00 a.m.

** Please Note Time for Yizkor on Yom Kippur!

“Preparing Your Heart and Soul for the High Holidays: 3 Thursdays in August. “
Looking at three prayers through the prism of the multi-leveled meanings of the
text, of singing and chanting, and of meditation we shall take charge of our own
prayer life and deepen our receptiveness to the message of our High Holidays.
All classes begin right after Ma’ariv (7:30 p.m.) and will end at 8:30 p.m.

August 26th-Unetaneh Tokef

On Shabbat, August 28, we are having the thirdof our 3 special summer outdoor
services. These services use a special prayer book. Throughout our davening we
will emphasize some English prayers, singing and guided meditation allowing the
davener to take charge of his/her own spiritual prayer life. Both the
experienced and novice davener will appreciate this service. Best of all,
services begin at 10:00 a.m!

Saturday, September 4th Joint Slichot service at Little Neck Jewish Center
9:00 P.M. Fellowship and the Screening the movie "Circumcise Me!"
11:00 PM. Slichot Services
The Slichot service is a preparation for the penitential season. The prayers
include reflections on human life and on divine mercy, petitions for relief from
suffering and persecution, confession of sin and pleas of forgiveness.

Join with your friends from Little Neck Jewish Center and Marathon Jewish
community Center at 9:00 P.M. for Havdalah, cake, coffee and fellowship.

We shall screen the movie "Circumcise Me!" at 9:15 P.M. Born Christopher
Campbell, Yisrael Campbell makes his living as a comedian. He speaks about his
Jewish journey from his Catholic roots and drug filled life to an observant
orthodox Jew in a most touching and humorous way. His journey helps him turn his
life around 180 degrees. Now living in Jerusalem, he is a father of a young
child. As we reflect upon our own lives during this High Holiday period of
introspection and teshuva (repentance), Yisrael's life story will inspire us to
continue our own Jewish journeys where ever they may lead. Immediately
afterwards, join us for our Slichot prayers.

Sunday Chair Yoga is back. Sign up for September 12th and 19th, 10:00-11:00
a.m. Only $10.00 per session.

Dinner in the Sukkah, Sunday, September 26th at 5:00 p.m. $20. per adult;
$10.00 per child; and Hebrew School students free with paid parent.
Reservations with payment must be made received by September 19th.

Don’t forget to order your Lulav and Etrog now to get the early bird discount of
20%!

UJA-Federation of New York's Connect to Care at the Samuel Field Y Presents
Several Extraordinary FREE programs!
Every Thursday - Job Search Workgroup
UJA-Federation of New York's Connect to Care is a multi-agency initiative
assisting families who have been adversely affected by the economic downturn and
provides assistance with:
Employment & Career Transition Services, Legal and Financial Consultations,
Supportive Counseling & Jewish Spiritual Care.
View our other workshop flyers, and our resource directory at:
www.sfy.org/connecttocare

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Job Search Workgroup
Come and network with other professionals from various fields and help
contribute to the collective knowledge of how to best conduct a job search,
interview, and get ahead. Please bring a copy of your resume.
Date/Time: Thursdays | 10am – 11am
Location: Samuel Field Y 58-20 Little Neck Parkway, Little Neck, NY 11362
RSVP to: (718) 224-0566 or connect-to-care@sfy.org
Space is limited. Advanced Registration Required

Reminder – We’ve Moved!
UJA-Federation’s Connect to Care @ JBFCS is now located at 135 West 50th Street,
6th Floor
Our new number is (212) 632-4602.
Our fax number has remained the same (212) 399-2475.

New Group forming!
Budget and Expense Management: The Times They Are A’ Changing
Start date based on pre-registration.
Held at JBFCS
Are you on track with your new financial goals? Do you need to change your
spending habits during these changing financial times? If so, what helps and
what gets in the way. Join us to explore these issues. Light refreshments
served. Facilitated by a JBFCS clinician and NYLAG Financial Counselor.
Reservations required. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated. Call 212 632-4602 or
email connect-to-care@jbfcs.org

Improve Your Computer Competence and Learn New Skills!
Computer Lab workshops on Microsoft Office skills, Excel, LinkedIn are offered
throughout the month at F•E•G•S Employment & Career Transition Services. Visit
www.ParnossahWorksFEGS.org for workshop descriptions, dates and time.

I-PREP
Thursday, August 5th, 12:15 - 1:30 PM Held at
F•E•G•S Employment & Career Transition Services
I-PREP (Interview, Preparation and Review for the Emerging Professionals) is a
mock-interview session designed to provide you with an opportunity to practice
your interviewing skills and gain a newfound confidence. You will have two
30-minute interviews, each conducted by a New York Cares volunteer, who will
interview you and give you feedback and advice on best interviewing practices.
Please be mindful and respectful of our volunteers’ time – if you register for
this session, attendance and prompt arrival are expected. Workshop will be
facilitated by a F•E•G•S staff employee. To register, visit www.ParnossahWorksFEGS.org

Offer and Negotiations
Thursday, August 5th, 2:00 - 4:00 PM Held
at F•E•G•S Employment & Career Transition Services
This workshop will cover all aspects of receiving, evaluating, and accepting an
offer. It will provide you with options you should consider for evaluating an
offer and negotiating the best deal. Workshop will be facilitated by a F•E•G•S
staff employee. To register, visit www.ParnossahWorksFEGS.org

From Strength to Strength: Jewish Spiritual Support As You Seek Employment
Tuesday, August 10th, 2:30 – 4:00pm Held at
JBFCS
The economic downturn challenges us to search for hope and build resilience. You
are not alone. Twice a month we will draw strength and support from Jewish
stories, poetry, rituals, songs, and more – and from one another. Gather new
perspectives and insights, while sharing ideas about how to remain optimistic
during these very tough times. Facilitated by Rabbi Simkha Y. Weintraub, LCSW.
RSVP required before every meeting. (212) 632-4602 or connect-to-care@jbfcs.org
Also offered on August 24th, 2:30 – 4:00 pm.

Navigating Successful Career Change
Thursday, August 12th, 10:00 - 12:00 PM Held at
F•E•G•S Employment & Career Transition Services
With the changing job market, some job seekers have had significant challenges
in securing interviews, obtaining job offers and maintaining employment. If
you’re the current market has necessitated considering a career change or if you
just want to change careers, there are strategies that will help you market
yourself effectively. This workshop will address how to effectively make a
transition and increase your marketability to employers. We will discuss tools
to determine trends in the market, methods of networking, developing a strategy
and remaining motivated so that you have the best chance of reaching your goals.
Workshop will be facilitated by a F•E•G•S staff employee. To register, visit
www.ParnossahWorksFEGS.org

Job Search for the Mature Worker
Monday, August 16th, 10:00 - 12:00 PM Held at
F•E•G•S Employment & Career Transition Services
Job search, particularly if one has held a single position for a long time, is a
daunting task. As a mature person there are concerns that may make this task
more challenging. We will look at methods and approaches to searching, resume
preparation and interview practices that will better prepare the mature worker
to face this task. The major focus will be on accessing the 85% of jobs that are
not advertised. Workshop will be facilitated by a F•E•G•S staff employee. To
register, visit www.ParnossahWorksFEGS.org

How to Search for a Job in Today’s Job Market
Tue, August 17, 6:30pm – 8:00pm Held at
JCC in Manhattan
Beginning a job search can be overwhelming, but not if you know where to look.
In this workshop you will learn the best places to search for jobs, as well as
discover how to access the hidden job market through networking. We will discuss
various networking techniques and the best way to divide your time when job
hunting. This workshop, offered by F•E•G•S Employment and Career Transition
Services, is suited for people who are either looking to re-enter the workforce
or are trying to transition their career. JBFCS Resource Specialists will
provide an overview of UJA-Federation of New York’s Connect to Care Initiative
which take aim at the impact of the economic downturn. Pre-registration is
required. Call 646.505.5708 or online at www.jccmanhattan.org

Volunteer Orientation
Friday, August 20th, 11:00 - 1:00 PM Held
at F•E•G•S Employment & Career Transition Services
Volunteering has always proved to be beneficial for a person’s growth. In this
current economy, it seems to have even more advantages --- expanding your
network, exploring new interests, offering your unique skills, and more. For
more information, attend the Volunteer Orientation Session to learn more about
available volunteer opportunities, requirements, and the placement process.
Workshop will be facilitated by a F•E•G•S staff employee. To register, email
Smadar Yaish at syaish@fegs.org and attach a copy of your resume.

Hunting a Job
Wednesday, August 25th, 10:00 - 12:00 PM Held at
F•E•G•S Employment & Career Transition Services
Frustrated with a lack of responses from your job search? The Internet is a
great place to find a job, but is often times overwhelming. In this workshop we
will look at ways to make the most of your time spent online, how to network
effectively and how to develop an efficient plan for job hunting. Workshop will
be facilitated by a F•E•G•S staff employee. To register, visit
www.ParnossahWorksFEGS.org

JBFCS is excited to be a lead agency of UJA-Federation of New York's Connect to
Care. This initiative takes aim at the impact of this economic downturn in the
Jewish community. If you have been impacted since early 2008, this program
provides a broad array of coordinated service, including:
• Employment and career-transition services, including job networking
opportunities and career seminars.
• Financial consultation, debt counseling, and budget assistance.
• Legal services.
• Supportive counseling and Jewish spiritual care.
• Loan Assistance.
(212) 632 – 4602
email: connect-to-care@jbfcs.org
website: http://www.jcprograms.org/connect-to-care