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Only
two weeks left
to get your
membership renewal form or non-member reservation form
returned to us for the
High Holy Days!
August 27, 2007
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PARDES LEVAVOT
PARDES
CALENDAR
SPECIAL
MEMBER NEEDS/OFFERINGS
- Love and Logic
- A special request
from
the Boulder Jewish community rabbis
- 4-Quarters/4-Corners
- Shopping for
Pardes
Levavot
- Free Stairmaster
Exercise Machine
AROUND
TOWN AND BEYOND
- Jewish Family
Service, August 2007
- Stepping Stones
Orientation & Welcome
- Climb Kilimanjaro
PRAYERS
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AT PARDES LEVAVOT
Welcome!
We would like to extend
a very warm welcome to the newest family to join our Orchard of Hearts,
Robert and Arden-Marie Silvers! Please welcome Robert and Arden-Marie
by introducing yourself at
services or Wednesday evening chant and meditation and saying hello!
Thank
You
Thanks to Myra
Tuckerman and Steve Nerney for
providing our oneg shabbat this past Saturday.
Events
This Week
No Chanting and
Meditation
Reb Nadya returns from
the east coast next week. Remember to use Psalm
27 as a spiritual practice during this month of Elul.
www.pardeslevavot.org/chant
Celebrate Shabbat with Friends and Family
Friday, August 31
Celebrate Shabbat with friends and family this Labor Day weekend. Be
safe, have fun, and don't forget the milk and honey!
Parashat Ki Tavo
Ki Tavo Torah Journey
Events Coming Up
Selichot
Dear Hearts &
Friends
of Hearts: You are cordially invited to attend 13 Steps to Becoming
Beynoni
[walking a middle of the road path] AKA: How to Fall in Love with
G!d and Yourself
all Over Again as a prelude to the Selichot Services. We will focus on
the first of
13 of G!d's attributes as defined by Moshe Cordovero, a 13th century
kabbalist - and interpreted by Donna Friedman.
Saturday Night,
September
8th, 2007
3175 18th Street,
between
Forest and Elder (enter through the garage door)
Arrival: 9:45 pm
Ending: 1:00 am or sooner
(Tea will be served - please RSVP
to Donna.)
High Holy Days 5768
Join us in our journey
back
to the Source Of It All "T'shuvah: Recalibrating the Soul". Our
prayers, ritual, chant and storytelling will take us through a process
of self-discovery to self-acceptance, compassion and the wisdom to know
how AWEsome we really are, how WONDERful life is, how HOLY the world
and all its inhabitants really are.
If you are a member of Pardes Levavot or would like to join, please get
your membership
renewal form
to us as soon as you can. And remember that you need to sign up for the
Break the Fast meal following Yom Kippur and for child care. If you are
not a member and would like to attend our High Holy Day services,
please complete the non-member
reservation form and return it to us as soon as you can.
www.pardeslevavot.org/high_holy_days/5768.html
Getting Involved
From the Shepherd
of the Hills Bulletin
To all those who have
recently donated to the Community Infant Program, thank you! CIP is
now in need of a standard-size crib mattress, and of course: diapers,
diapers, diapers!!
Below is a letter from a Rolf Institute Student in need of housing
while going through her course:
Hi, My name
is Amy Kammerer. I saw your name on the housing list at the Rolf
Institute. I'm a massage therapy student from Portland, OR coming to
Boulder to attend the Rolf Institute. I'd like to rent a warm, 1st or
2nd floor room with a bed (or futon) & dresser (or closet) between
the dates of 9/7/07-11/17/07. Shared bath is fine. Common space needs
to be fairly well ordered. I'm a mature, serious student. Quiet. Non
smoker. Happy. Semi-vegan. Love to hum & swim. No drugs, drinking
or drama. I travel with a certified service dog as occasionally I'm
totally blind. Although she's a working dog, I do let people pet her.
She's extremely gentle with people. She's 12 years old, a golden
retriever cross, famous for her harbor seal impression. Cats love her.
She raised one as her pet. However, she's not friendly with other dogs.
She'll be with me all day at the Institute. I can pay rent in advance
for the entire period. Please call me at 971-533-9868 to chat. Thanks
for reading. Have a beautiful day! Regards, Amy
Blankets may not be foremost in our minds during these hot days of
summer, but for men and women who are sleeping outside this summer,
blankets are a very important part of getting through each night
outdoors. The Shelter hands out blankets all summer long, and currently
we are at a point where we have very few left to give out. Donations
may be dropped off at the Shelter (4869 North Broadway) any day of the
week and anytime except from noon to 4pm. Other donations needed are:
Blankets; Sample size toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, deodorant;
Disposable razors; Combs; Antacid; Latex gloves; Aspirin; Simple Green
(cleaning agent); Laundry detergent; Batteries: AA and D; Bleach;
Brooms; Mops; Toilet paper; Facial tissue; Band-Aids; Antiseptic
ointment; Gauze; Adhesive tape; Socks (one size fits all); Hydrogen
peroxide; Feminine hygiene products; Aprons; Dish detergent; Aluminum
foil; Plastic wrap; Styrofoam cups and containers; Paper napkins;
Sponges; Lunch bags; Paper towels; Masking tape; Binders; Pens/Markers;
Liquid Soap; Toothpaste; Toothbrushes; Coffee Creamer; Sugar.
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PARDES
CALENDAR
August 2007
29, Wednesday NO
Chant
and Meditation
September 2007
1, Friday - Celebrate
Shabbat with Friends and Family!
5, Wednesday - Chant
and Meditation, 7-9pm
8, Saturday - Selichot
Service, 9:45pm-1am
12, Wednesday - Erev Rosh
HaShanah, 7-9:30pm
12, Wednesday - NO Chant and Meditation
13, Thursday - Rosh
HaShanah 1st day, 9:30am-2pm
13, Thursday - Tashlich/picnic,
immediately following services
14, Friday - Rosh
HaShanah 2nd day, 10am-1pm
19, Wednesday - Chant
and Meditation, 7-9pm
21, Friday - Kol Nidre,
6:30-9:30pm
22, Saturday - Yom Kippur,
10am-7:15pm
22, Saturday - Yom
Kippur Break the Fast, 7:30pm
26, Wednesday - Chant service and potluck dinner in Sukkah, 7-9pm
28, Friday - Kabbalat Shabbat Service, 7-9pm
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SPECIAL MEMBER NEEDS/OFFERINGS
Love and Logic
Love and Logic is a
philosophy of raising and teaching children which allows adults to be
happier, empowered, and more skilled in the interactions with children.
Love allows children to grow through their mistakes. Logic allows
children to live with the consequences of their choices. Love and Logic
is a way of working with children that puts parents and teachers back
in control, teaches children to be responsible, and prepares young
people to live in the real world, with its many choices and
consequences. Tuesdays at Aish Kodesh, starting August 28th and ending
September 25th. Spaces are limited - please RSVP to Stephanie Bryan at
303-397-0646 or email her at stephanie@REALparenting.net.
www.pardeslevavot.org/announcements/sbryan-20070828.html
A special request
from
the Boulder Jewish community rabbis
Dear Jewish Community
Member,
This letter regards Meira (Lucia) Chmiel, a person most of us know,
whether as friend or teacher, as student or colleague. She has
participated in four of our synagogues in Boulder that span
denominations: Har HaShem, Aish Kodesh, Pardes Levavot, and Bonai
Shalom. What many of us do not know is that Meira has also been a
rabbinic student these last five years through the ALEPH Renewal
rabbinic ordination program. The time has come in Meira's rabbinic
training to study abroad for a full-time year in Israel. Meira needs an
additional scholarship in order to attend. We, the local rabbis of
Boulder, are creating a fund to help her in this endeavor. Please
see our web site for the full letter and more information on the
wonderful contributions Meira has made to the Boulder Jewish community.
www.pardeslevavot.org/announcements/meira_scholarship.html
4-Quarters/4-Corners
Dear Hearts and Friends
of
Hearts (who are also Hearts):
Thank you for your interest in my newly designed 4-Quarters/4-Corners
Talitot! In brief, the idea came to me in the fall of 2005, while
living in Jerusalem, Israel. When I brought one back to the Ohalah
(that’s the annual rabbinic conference for Jewish Renewal, which takes
place in Boulder, Colorado every January) for my friend Jalda Nehora
Rebling to wear at her ordination this past January, everyone said
"Donna, you MUST make these available here in the States." Thus, I
found Ibrahim the tailor and well, the rest is
herstory/history/ourstory/you’re part of the story.
Blessings, Donna Friedman, Rabbinical Student
www.pardeslevavot.org/announcements/talitot/
Shopping for Pardes
Levavot
Are you looking for a
new
book, movie or music? Or perhaps some electronic gizmo? Or maybe you
just want to virtual-window-shop and see what strikes your fancy. If
any of these apply, please consider going to GiveLine
for your purchase. Giveline
is like many other online retailers, but with a difference. They give
back part of the purchase price to charitable organizations, such as
Pardes Levavot. And one thing I especially like - they tell you exactly
how much from your purchase will be donated. None of the "a portion of
all proceeds..." nonsense. I've also found that their prices are in
line with other online retailers - they are taking less profit rather
than marking up prices. Please go check them out, bookmark the site,
and consider using them for your next online purchase. Here's how they
describe themselves:
Giveline.com
is a revolutionary online store created for the community-minded
shopper. Every transaction in our store generates a financial
contribution to your favorite charity, school, religious organization,
or any other cause you support. And with our unique supplier
relationships and efficient new technology, this contribution is
significant and truly makes a difference. Giveline contributes between
7 and 33 percent of product sales to the selected organization, with a
store-wide average of nearly 16 percent per transaction. The amount to
be donated to your cause varies by product; however, our "open book"
policy includes displaying the exact amount on every product page as
well as throughout the checkout process.
What an easy way to
donate to
Pardes Levavot!
www.giveline.com/default.asp?v=V010245913
Free Stairmaster
Exercise Machine
A member of Shepherd of
the Hills has donated a Stairmaster 4000 PT
exercise machine - however, there is no place to put it! If you would
like to have it, it is free for the taking. All you have to do is
arrange transportation, such as any pickup truck. A search
on the web
will show that even used Stairmasters are being sold for more than
$1,000. And this is free - what a bargain! This is offered in as-is
condition with no guarantees, but we have been told it is in fine
working order. Do a mitzvah and get this out of the Welcome Room before
the High Holy Days!
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AROUND TOWN
AND BEYOND
Jewish Family
Service, August 2007
www.pardeslevavot.org/announcements/jfs-20070821.html
Stepping Stones
Orientation & Welcome
Stepping Stones,
helping
interfaith couples and families make informed decisions, will be
hosting orientation and welcome sessions to provide valuable
information regarding our Fall Enrollment. All interfaith couples are
welcome to visit our webpage at www.steppingstonesfamily.com
to learn more about our education and social programming or call our
office at 303-388-1198. Please register today for one of the following
orientation and welcome
sessions. August 8 7:00-8:30 PM; August 14 7:00-8:30 PM; September 6
7:00-8:30 PM
Climb Kilimanjaro
From October 21-28,
2007
Steppin' Out will take fun-loving adults from across the country on an
unforgettable trek up Mount Kilimanjaro, the world's highest
"freestanding" mountain at 19,340 feet.
www.pardeslevavot.org/announcements/kilimanjaro-20070806.html
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PRAYERS
Each newsletter
contains
names of people in our community, or friends of our community, who need
prayers for healing, support, et cetera. Please send names in Hebrew
and/or English, with other details as desired, to info@pardesleavavot.org.
And
remember to let us know when our prayers have been effective!
Yehoshua Mishulim ben Sarah Leah
David Sapper
Miriam Fields
Marcia Kohler
Shoshana Nejman
Rav Benyamin Eliyahu ben Etel Alka (Rabbi Jamie Arnold)
Alter Shoresh ben Zion v'Shoshana
HaRav Devorah Rut bat Tamar (Rabbi Deborah Ruth Bronstein)
Rut bat Miriam
Lior
bat Esther Masha
Dov Baer Ben Yehuda ha Kohen v'Devorah
John Silverman
Mimi Ito
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After the circumcising of his baby brother in shul, little Jonah sobbed
all the way home in the back seat of the car. His father asked him
three times what was wrong. Finally, the boy replied, "That rabbi said
he wanted us brought up in a Jewish home and I want to stay with you
guys!"
For information about Pardes Levavot or our events please visit our
website at www.pardeslevavot.org
or write info@pardeslevavot.org.
To contact Rabbis Nadya and Victor Gross write rabbis@pardeslevavot.org.
If you would like to post something on our Pardes Levavot mailing
lists, or if you have questions about our mailings, lists,
communications, etc., contact info@pardeslevavot.org.
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