Synagogue Happenings (Listed in alphabetical order)

Adult B'nei Mitzvah
Call the synagogue office to express your interest.

Babysitting for Shabbat Morning Now Available
Babysitting for children age 7 and under is now available at Rodeph Sholom every Saturday from 10 AM to Noon during Shabbat morning services. There is NO cost for this service. Babysitting will be held in the Irving Cohen Center. For more information, please contact Judy Van Der Stelt at 813.837.1911.

Caring Committee
The Caring Committee was created to provide comfort and fellowship to the members of our Rodeph Sholom family during certain life-cycle events. Thanks to the leadership of our volunteer coordinator of Rodeph Sholom’s shivah calls, Bond of Life books and kugels are delivered to bereaved families. Another volunteer coordinates the baking of these kugels, and a third committee volunteer inscribes the books. One of our volunteers writes Mi Sheberach notes to those who are ill. Two other volunteers coordinate visits to Rodeph Sholom’s shut-ins, so that additional light and joy is brought to those who can no longer get about as freely as they once did. The volunteer coordinator of Jewish baby book deliveries provides families with these special acknowledgements of the new Jewish lives in their midst. In all, over 30 individual volunteers work in an ongoing way to make Rodeph Sholom’s members feel more connected to their congregational family. What a special mitvah!! If you would like more information about becoming a part of this effective, nurturing community outreach committee, please contact Iris Pastor.

Downtown Study Group
This study group meets on the 27th floor of the Bank of America Building, at the law offices off Trenam Kemker-from noon to 1 pm, on the first Thursday of every month. Our next meeting will be TBA. Year long schedule: TBA.

Hazak
The over- 55 age group, meets monthly on Wednesdays, where they are entertained, enlightened, educated and fed. Our lunch and learn programs feature Real Food, Real Friends, Real Talk. Neighbors, friends, relatives and non-members welcome.

Taking cues from the ongoing success of USCJ’s Kadima and USY Youth Groups, Hazak offers membership in an organization that provides:

* Camaraderie & social interaction
* Intellectural stimulation
* Religious guidance and
* Fun!

Invitation to Judaism
IN THE BEGINNING” an Invitation to Judaism class, covers all the basics in a survey form: Jewish rituals and beliefs, exploring how Judaism differs from other religious systems, looking at Jewish ideas about history – including a survey of different books of Jewish religious literature. Class begins Sept. 3rd, every Wed. from 6:15pm-7:30pm with Rabbi Sack. RSVP to the office at 837-1911.

Junior Congregation
Shabbat morning services for children in 1st-5th grade is held in the Youth lounge. Children are able to select parts to lead, sing songs, play games, listen to stories, and have their own Kiddush together. The Rabbi visits and chldren will be anle to ask questions or just talk with him. At the conclusion of our service the children rejoin the main congregation for the final prayers. Parents are welcome to join the service with their children or allow them to attend independently. During the year each grade will take turns leading Junior Congregation service sas part of their classroom studies. Look for more details in the monthly Menorah. We look forward to seeing everyone!

Kadima
Contact Jan Lepow for more information.

Lunch and Learn
This study group meets on the second Thursday of each month at 12:15 PM. Bring a brown bag dairy lunch to the chapel at the synagogue or buy lunch for $3. Drinks will be provided.

Men’s Club
For more information on Men’s Club, please contact Barry Hanerfeld or the synagogue office.

Playtime Program
A program especially for families with children ages six and under. Enjoy theme related activities, refreshments, games and socialization. Programs are held Sunday mornings from September through June. It is a wonderful pgraom for parents as well as children to celebrate being Jewish together. Call Judy Van Der Stelt for more information. Year long schedule:TBA.

Rabbi's Study Group
"What Do We Believe?”– Plugging-in to our own private Judaism- Rabbi Sack’s newest study group, meets every fourth Monday night of the month at the synagogue. From September to June. 6:30-8pm. $12 per person, includes dinner. RSVP to the synagogue at 837-1911.

Read Hebrew America
All Classes held at Rodeph Sholom. Please call the office to express interest.

Rodeph Rugrats
This exciting mommy, daddy and me program is for babies and toddlers. We meet weekly during the Fall, Winter and Spring for fun. rpojects, discussions, speakers, socialization, and playtime! Join us and get to know the youngest members of our Jewish community. Look for details in the Menorah and the Jewish press or contact Judy Van Der Stelt for more information or to be added to our mailing list.The fun is Wednesdays beginning TBA.

Rodeph 20s/30s
The 20s/30s is a group open to all those who are in their 20’s and 30’s, single/dating/married/ parents
For more information please contact Carlyn Neuman or Michael Robbins

Sisterhood Events

For more information on Sisterhood, please contact Claudia Strthman or Lynn Billing.

Shabbat on Your Block
We invite you to Shabbat in your own neighborhood hosted by Congregation Rodeph Sholom families. This is a unique way for our congregants to meet for an informal Shabbat and potluck dinner and at the same time getting to know other families in your area. Look for details in the monthly Menorah publication.

Social Action Committee
There are Volunteer opportunities at Metropolitan Ministries for Thanksgiving. Please let us know if they can volunteer. For more information, or to join the Social Action Committee, please contact Iris Pastor 813.837.1911

Tot Shabbat
Tot Shabbat is our terrific twice a month Shabbat morning program for young children. Our program includes songs, stories, games, puppets, arts & crafts, and prayers. The children look forward to the "Torah Parade" and our own special Torah storybook. Join us for services each month on Saturday at 10:15 am in the Irving Cohen Center from August through June. For more information please contact Judy Van Der Stelt.

USY
For more information please contact President Sam Bobo or Jan Lepow.