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(from the bulletin of Kesher Israel of Harrisburg, PA)
Upcoming Program at Kesher Israel
Kesher Israel's 2nd Annual Dave & Frances Cohen
Volunteer Recognition Shabbaton - February 25-26, 2011
Kesher Israel will have a special treat for the
community in conjunction with the Dave & Frances Cohen Volunteer
Shabbaton weekend. In addition to honoring special members for their
volunteer service through the years, Shlomo Horwitz, a one man
educational theatre performer will deliver 3
presentations.
Shlomo transforms himself into many characters, and takes
his audiences on dramatic adventures with powerful stories that
challenge all those in attendance to reflect on topics that are real
and relevant.
The three performances will take place as
follows:
Friday night, February 25: There will be a
Shabbos dinner at Kesher Israel at 6:15 PM, with Shlomo's theatrical
feature to follow. The community is invited to either or both
events. Since we are living in Central PA, we get to meet "My Amish
Friend, Benuel" -- as an Amish buggy driver helps us see where the
Amish worldview is similar and different as he visits a Chasidic
Jewish friend in Boro Park, NY for a Shabbos. It will be a wonderful
meal and a dynamic event to get everyone into a perfect Shabbos
mode.
Reservations for the dinner are needed and
can be arranged by calling Cecelia at KI 238-0763 (or e-mailing her
at kesherisrael@aol.com).
The early reservation special (by 2/15) is $25 per person or $70 per
family. [Reservations made after 2/15 will be $30 per person and $85
per family.]
Shabbos morning, February 26: In
delivering the Shabbos sermon, Shlomo will ask: "Do We Have a Leg to
Stand On?" With so many major religions and billions of adherents,
why do we think that we're still right, and why don't we follow the
religions with the greatest numbers? Following services, there will
be an enhanced Kiddush for everyone to enjoy.
Shabbos
afternoon at Shalosh Seudos (around 5:40 PM): With our proximity to
Gettysburg, Shlomo will recreate the battle of the rabbinic sermons
in the North and the South in the 1860's against the backdrop of the
Civil War. A look at the Torah and the code of Jewish Law will yield
some very unexpected and shocking conclusions.
All of
the weekend events are designed to enhance Kesher Israel's tribute
to some very special people in our congregation who have been
incredible volunteers for the Shul through the years.
KI will honor all of the past presidents of KI's
Sisterhood, who have helped create such a wonderful environment for
so many years. Additionally, KI will to recognize Dr. Sandy
Silverstein for his tireless efforts over the course of many
decades.
All of our honorees are perfect examples of
the legacy of volunteerism that Dave and Frances Cohen demonstrated
during their lifetimes.
The events of the weekend have
been generously sponsored by Dr. Sid and Phyllis Cohen (Cleveland,
OH), as an act of honor and respect for their parents -- and as a
call to action for everyone presently affiliated with Jewish
communal organizations.
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