It's time to read Lamentations by candlelight. The Fast of the 9th of Av is a time to recall the destruction of the First and Second Temples, and to contemplate the enormity of the Diaspora. Adat Shalom is joining other congregations at Kehillat Ma'arav on Saturday August 9, 8:00 p.m.
Our next service is on
September 6, 2008
(6th of Elul, 5768)
at 9:30 a.m., and will be led by Rabbi Toba August and Cantorial Soloist Mollie Wine.
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August 9
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Tisha B'Av, full day fast.
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September 6
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9:30 a.m. Services in the Adat Shalom Sanctuary
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September 29
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Erev Rosh HaShanah
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Sept. 30-Oct. 1
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Rosh HaShanah
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It is traditional, during the period of Jewish holidays known as "The Nine Days" to refrain from eating meat. This is a time of mourning as we reflect on the destruction of the holy Temple in Jerusalem. Here is a recipe that I gleaned from the gluten-free chef at http://www.iamglutenfree.blogspot.com/
It's not only gluten free, but it's kosher, vegan and delicious.
Gluten-free is the diet plan for Celiacs. You can go to this blog and sign on for Ellen Allard's regular updates on living on a gluten-free diet, as well. FYI, Ellen, and her husband Peter Allard, also write much of the music that we sing in Jewish worship! Check it out!
I've included the instructions for cooking brown rice here, but when I'm pinched for time I just grab for frozen, pre-cooked brown rice (freeze it yourself, or look for it in the freezer section at Whole Foods).
Sushi Bowl Recipe from 101 Cookbooks blog
2 cups short-grain brown rice
3 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons fine grain sea salt
2 (4-inch) square sheets nori seaweed
6 ounces extra-firm tofu
grated zest and juice of one orange
grated zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tablespoons (raw) brown sugar (reg. sugar is ok too)
2 tablespoons shoyu sauce (or soy sauce)
2 tablespoons (brown) rice vinegar
4 green onions, chopped
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
Put on your kimono and rinse and drain the rice two or three times. Combine the rice, water, and salt in a heavy saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat, cover, and simmer gently until the water is absorbed, about 45 minutes.
Toast the nori in a preheated 300F degree oven or a medium-hot skillet for a few minutes. Crumble or chop coarsely.
Drain the tofu and pat it dry. Cut the block of tofu lengthwise through the middle to make four 1/4-to 1/2-inch thick sheets of tofu. Two at a time, cook in a dry skillet or well-seasoned skillet over medium-high for a few minutes until browned on one side. Flip gently, then continue cooking for another minute or so, until the tofu is firm, golden, and bouncy. Let cool, enough to handle, then cut crosswise into matchsticks. Repeat with the remaining sheets while singing "I'm Called Little Buttercup" from the Mikado.
To make the dressing, set the sheets aside. Combine the orange juice, lemon juice, and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a gentle boil. Cook for 1 or 2 minutes, and then add the shoyu and vinegar. Return to a gentle boil and cook another 1 or 2 minutes, until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in the zests.
When the rice is done, stir in 1/3 cup of the dressing and add more to taste. Scoop the rice into individual bowls and top with the toasted nori, green onions, tofu, avocado slices, and a sprinkling of sesame seeds. Makes 4-6 servings.
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06-12-2008
A.F.V.
Today, I saw the Infinite.
I looked into a mirror and saw an echo of myself.
Within these windows we call eyes were worlds I'd never seen.
I quickly turned my face away from the glimpse of what might have been.
But the innate faith and innocence of a child reawakened my curiosity,
And allowed my essence to deny my fear.
I turned back trembling to face the silvered glass,
To see reflected there, all hopes, all dreams, all aspirations ever dreamt of,
Or imagined, or desired.
All the hungers of the heart,
All those flights of fancy danced before me
Trailing clouds of Lavender and Mauve,
Beguiling me, transporting me, transforming me,
Until finally the reflection and I were one,
And stirring deep within me dwells God's Gift,
The Soulful Promise of Endless Possibility.
I walked around and listened in on conversations during our June service and was inspired by what various women were saying. For the Shavuot teaching, I used the image of receiving "Torah" by becoming a receptive "vessel." However, our vessels are tired, old, neglected and worn. The question was, how do we repair and replenish our vessels so we are open to receive the inspiration and teaching that is all around us at all times?
My dearest Lev Eisha women, the time is now! What will you be doing this summer to renew yourselves? I am ready for time off, and in fact it is 8pm, the night of my wedding anniversary, and I am still in the office writing this column.
So, have a meaningful and joyful summer and find moments to delight in the simple things and pay attention to the small miracles "which daily attend us!"
Look forward to seeing everyone in September.
L'Shalom,
Rabbi August
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Announcing the birth of Emuna Sarah on March 28, 2008 in Nahariya, Israel, to Ariela & Yitzchak Yakuti, daughter and son-in-law of Cena & Yakov Abergel. Mazal Tov to Sarah Gross on becoming a Great Grandma!
Mazal Tov to Aaron R. Abergel, son of Cena & Yakov Abergel, who graduated, cum laude, from Loyola Marymount College in NYC with a BA in Communication and who was chosen Speaker of the Class. He delivered his message on graduation day to a crowd of 4,000 at Lincoln Center in NYC!
Mazal tov to Chris Gacsi on the birth of her grandson, Joseph, in June!
Mazal tov to Joy Krauthammer on the publishing of her poem!
If you have a milestone to share please send it to: editor@leveisha.org. Our newsletter gets printed about a week before each service. Please send the info ASAP.
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