LODGE MOLEDET MONTHLY

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South Africa * Australia * Israel * United Kingdom * United States of America * Zimbabwe

AGENDA

1. 1. Opening Ceremony.

2. Welcome to Delegations and Visitors.

3. Apologies.

4. Announcements.

5. Candle Lighting Ceremony: The following Brethren are requested to attend the next Open

Lodge Meeting, and to present themselves, when called upon to do so, so that they may

Light their next Candles:-

Third Candle - Brother Max Grunberg ;

Fifth Candle - Brother Shaul Rottenbach.

6. MEMORIAL CEREMONY for our DEPARTED BRETHREN.

7. Reading and Confirmation of the Minutes of the Previous Open Lodge Meeting, and Matters

Arising.

8. Presentation to Worthy Brother Morrie Sacks.

9. Treasurer’s Report.

10. Correspondence and G.L. Forms: (a ) Worthy Brother Secretary. (b ) Scribe’s Report.

11. Management Committee Meeting, and Vice - Presidential Report.

12. Almoner’s Report.

13. General.

14. Closing Ceremony - Adjourn to our Chaverschaft Table Lodge.

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PRESENTATION TO WORTHY BROTHER MORRIE SACKS

To commemorate Worthy Brother Morrie’s recently achieving FIFTY YEARS continuous Membership of the HEBREW ORDER of DAVID INTERNATIONAL, he will be presented with his “ Fifty Years Medallion ” during our September Open Lodge Meeting.

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MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE

The next MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING of LODGE MOLEDET NO. 44, will be held on WEDNESDAY 08 th. OCTOBER, 2003, at 8, 00 p.m. sharp

at the home of Phyllis and Brother Solly Hare, Rechov Har Sinai 23 / 5, Ra,anana.

Phone: ( H ) 09 – 771 3620.

FROM THE PRESIDENT’S PEN

Dear Worthy Brethren and Brethren,

Somehow the years seem to fly past faster and faster each year. It is hard to believe that Rosh Hashanah is already just around the corner, and it is at this time of the year that I feel it appropriate to discuss some of the many aspects of this, one of the most significant “chagim” in the Jewish calendar.

Rosh Hashanah is observed for two days; the first and second days of the Hebrew month of Tishri. In Hebrew, Rosh Hashanah literally means “head of the year” and is commonly known as the Jewish New Year. This name is somewhat misleading when comparing it to the non Jewish equivalent. There is little similarity between Rosh Hashanah, one of the holiest days of the year for the Jewish people, and the non-Jewish festive celebrations of drinking and dancing in their New Year. This is borne out by the fact that the name “Rosh Hashanah” is not used in the Bible to describe this holiday, but refers to it as Yom Ha-Zikaron (the day of remembrance) or Yom Teruah (the day of the sounding of the Shofar).

Nonetheless, there is one significant similarity between the two. Many of the non-Jews use their New Year as a time to plan and make resolutions for the incoming year. Likewise, the Jewish New Year is also a time for us to begin introspection, looking back at our mistakes of the past year and the changes to be made in the year ahead.

There are many facts that many of us simply take for granted, but are unaware of the reasoning behind them. For example, how many of us know why the day in the Jewish calendar begins at sunset and not at midnight as accepted by the rest of the world? The answer can be found in the story of Creation: “And there was evening and there was morning, one day” and the inference is that the day begins with evening (sunset)

You are no doubt aware that most holidays in the Diaspora do not conform with the number of days as those specified in the Bible. In most instances one day more is celebrated than the Bible requires, and the reason for this extra day bears an interesting explanation. The Jewish calendar is lunar with each month beginning on the new moon. In the days of old, the new moon was determined by observation. When the new moon was observed, the Sanhedrin declared the beginning of the new month and messengers were dispatched to advise the people that the new month had begun. People in distant communities could not always be advised in good time so they did not know the precise day on which to celebrate a chag. They knew that the old month would be either 29 or 30 days, so if they did not get confirmation, they celebrated chagim on both possible days.

This practice of celebrating an extra day was maintained as a custom even after a precise mathematical calendar was adopted as it was the custom of our ancestors. This extra day is not celebrated in Israel because it was from here that the Sanhedrin dispatched the messengers, and the locals were never left in any doubt.

Why then is Rosh Hashanah also celebrated for two days in Israel? Because Rosh Hashanah falls on the first day of the month, and as messengers were not dispatched on the holiday, the people in Israel, too, were unaware whether or not a new moon had been observed. This resulted in two days being celebrated, not only in the Diaspora, but in Israel as well. The custom is still maintained even though a mathematical calendar has since been adopted.

With these few interesting pieces of information, on behalf of my wife and myself, I take this opportunity of wishing you all, and your families, a Happy and Prosperous New Year, and Well Over the Fast. May the New Year bring with it Peace to Clal Yisrael, and the wide, wide world.

Fraternally

WORTHY BROTHER BENNIE STEINGOLD.

President.

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ALL CORRESPONDENCE TO BE ADDRESSED TO

THE HONORARY SECRETARY, H.O.D. LODGE MOLEDET NO. 44, P.O. BOX 452,

RA’ANANA 43100 ( ISRAEL ).

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ROSH HASHANAH MESSAGE

DAYS OF AWE

SOME THOUGHTS FOR THIS HOLY SEASON

By our Chaplain, Wor.Bro. CYRIL FINE.

It is surprising how our New Year always appears to take us by surprise. It is upon us before we even realize it, and before we are ready for it. Most of us, unfortunately, are not of that pious breed who lead so perfect a life that there need be very little change in their manner of living, or thought, to bring them to the ideal state to stand fearlessly before the King of Kings on this day of Judgement. Most of us, who are very very less than perfect, are instilled with awe and trembling as we hear the sounds of the Shofar, which is blown daily during the whole month of Elul preceding Rosh Hashanah, and we are suddenly reminded that D-Day is barely a month away.

Yes, this is the time to take stock of ourselves. Each one of us will undoubtedly have many aspects of our life which could be reviewed and adapted to different thoughts or strategies. We certainly can improve many of our ways should we stop to consider things properly.

It is true that most of us think in terms of religious practices when we refer to Rosh Hashanah. But let us not forget that our Jewish religion lays greater stress on our relationships between “Man and Man” than those between “Man and G-d”.

A quick glance at our “Confession” –Vidui –וידוי - which forms a large part of our prayers on Yom Kippur, will certainly show that most of our sins are between our fellow man and us. Especially impressive are the number of crimes committed with our mouths. As every Brother knows this is also a basic concept in the H.O.D. and one, which is, practiced unfortunately more in its breach than in its practice.

Many a Brother has been guilty of maligning other Brethren, of speaking Lashon Hara, of causing great pain to others – there is no limit to the damage and misery that may be caused by our tongues.

I am equally sure that there are times when we should stop to think about what we have said and how we have hurt a Brother or even another person. We would admit that we really regret that we did not bite our tongues in time. Think about it this year. Let us make a special effort to concentrate on being careful not only on what goes into our mouths (it should of course be Kosher) but also what comes out of our mouths (that too should be Kosher).

There are many instances in Judaism where we go to great lengths to prevent any disgracing or embarrassing a person in public. One such example comes to mind in the Sedrah of Ki Tissa in Sefer Shmot. This is a rather long Sedrah, and its’ seven stops are divided rather disproportionately. The first and second aliyot, to which a Cohen and a Levi are respectively called up, are particularly long. The following five aliyot, which are reserved for those not belonging to those tribes, are extremely short. Tradition has it that one may not “cut up” the first two aliyot. The reason is very interesting and demonstrates how sensitive Judaism is to the feelings of others.

The second aliya tells the story of the Golden Calf. As we all know the Children of Israel were all involved in this crime with the exception of the tribe of Levi. We are therefore prohibited from calling up a Yisroel for the reading of this portion “so as not to shame him in public” for it was his ancestors who participated in this sin.

Brethren, we certainly can concentrate on improving our actions and speech in the future starting with this coming year. We should start by being sensitive to the feelings of our Brethren and we will all see that it will soon extend to family and friends. Can you imagine what Lodge would be like with no bickering, and all striving to fulfill the aims of the Order. Come on. Lets give it a try!!!

I wish all Worthy Brethren, Brethren, all their families, as well as all Israel to be written in for a Peaceful, Healthy and a Happy Year. May the coming year see the fulfillment of our dreams for our future in Israel.

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ADD DIGNITY TO THE MEETING BY COMING TO LODGE DRESSED IN

A WHITE SHIRT AND DARK TROUSERS.

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TABLE LODGE - TABLE LODGE - TABLE LODGE

The Agenda for our Open Lodge Meeting this month includes our Annual Memorial Ceremony for our Departed Brethren, and as the Open Lodge Meeting and Chaverschaft Table Lodge gathering is the last one before Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur, our Table Lodge will be of a subdued nature.

All Worthy Brethren and Brethren are invited to attend the Open Lodge Meeting and Memorial Ceremony, and then to adjourn to Table Lodge for some refreshments. It will be a good opportunity to reminisce about Brethren who have passed on, and maybe also to reflect on the New Year ahead.

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“ AROUND AND ABOUT ” - MEMBERSHIP NEWS

MAZAL TOV: A very sincere and hearty Mazal Tov is extended to:

Anita and Brother Mannie Hosiosky, and family, on the recent birth of their fourth Grandchild, a new Grandson, a Son born to Vered and Doron.

Lynne and Brother David Conroy, and family, on the occasion of the recent celebration of the Barmitzvah of their Nephew, in Canada.

Cecily and Brother Barry Hack, on the occasion of the celebration of their Silver Wedding Anniversary (25 th. ) earlier this month.

Freda and Brother Gaby Haimovitz, and family, on the occasion of the celebration of the Barmitzvah of their Grandson, Guy, Son of Ron and Stefanie, on the 6 th. September.

Hilary and Worthy Brother Ivan Waldman, and family, on the occasion of the recent birth of their fourth Grandchild, their second Grand-daughter, a Daughter born to Chana and Michael, in Jerusalem.

Doron Chitiz, Son of Debbie and Worthy Brother Clive Chitiz, and Grandson of Worthy Brother Morrie Sacks - Behatzlacha on leaving to further his studies at Yeshivat Har Etzion in Alon Shvut.

Adele and Worthy Brother Julian Sagor, and family, on the occasion of the celebration of the Marriage of their elder Son, David, to Karen Schmeidler, on the 18 th. September, in New York, U.S.A.

GET WELL SOON: We wish a very speedy and complete recovery to:-

Brother Basil Max, who has not been well, and was in Kaplan Hospital in Rehovot.

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. NEWSLETTER PART – SPONSORSHIPS

The “ Part – Sponsorships ” of our monthly Newsletter go a long way to help cover the costs of producing and distributing this vital Lodge communication medium.

The Editorial Board is ever grateful to those Worthy Brethren and Brethren who have sponsored

our Newsletter up to now, and begs to remind you, that should anyone wish to “ Part – sponsor ”

our Newsletter, please advise our Worthy Brother Brother Secretary, Worthy Brother David Gelfand. ( Phone: (H ) 09 - 749 3467. ) (“ Part – Sponsorship ” may be made at the rate of 10-00 Shekels per month, for three months at a time. )

This month our Newsletter has been Part – sponsored by the following:- Worthy Brother Bennie Steingold, Worthy Brother David Gelfand, Mrs. Adele Sagor, Brother Reuven Mowszowski, Brother Nathan Mowszowski, Brother Wolfie Sacks, Worthy Brother Max Geffen, Brother Shim Maresky, Mrs. Gertrude Cohen, Worthy Brother Ralph Stock, and Brother Ken Burleigh.

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CANDIDATES FOR INITIATION

Should any Worthy Brother or Brother know of any gentleman / men who may be potential CANDIDATES for INITIATION into our Lodge and the Order, please advise Brother Aubrey Danziger of the name/s of the person/s (Phone: (H) 09 – 774 5380 or Cellphone: 054 – 826 276 ) so that the required procedures can be initiated.

ROSH HASHANAH GREETINGS

THE EDITORIAL BOARD JOINS THE FOLLOWING WORTHY BRETHREN AND BRETHREN, THEIR WIVES AND FAMILIES, IN WISHING ALL WORTHY BRETHREN AND BRETHREN, AND THEIR FAMILIES, WHEREVER THEY MAY BE, A VERY HAPPY, HEALTHY, AND PEACEFUL NEW YEAR, AND WELL OVER THE FAST.

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Mike and Ros Ayl Shim and Ditty Maresky

Ken Burleigh Cecil and Riva Migdal

Brian and Elana Cohen Nathan and Terry Mowszowski

Cyril and Brenda Fine Reuven and Roselyn Mowszowski

Max and Ruth Geffen Archie and Edie Poliak

David and Gillian Gelfand Julian and Adele Sagor

Gaby and Freda Haimovitz Zellick and Fay Sendzul

Louis and Isobel Hare Leon and Zelma Singer

Solly and Phyllis Hare Bennie and Freda Steingold

Leon and Shirley Kaplan Ralph and Reva Stock

Sam and Denyse Kirsch Alex and Ethne Tolkin

Claude and Kaleen Lavenski Ivan and Hilary Waldman.

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BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES

APOLOGY: The Editor sincerely apologizes to Mrs. Myra Becker, wife of Brother Marty Becker, for the error in our last Newsletter. Myra will celebrate her 71 st. Birthday on the

23 rd. September, and NOT her 81 st. as stated in the August Newsletter.

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BIRTHDAYS - OCTOBER, 2003:

The following are wished a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY, and many more, “ AD MEA VE’ESRIM ”

01	Leah Fine	11	Clive Chitiz
02	Sam Kirsch	14	Monica Heideman
03	Yehudit Lipman	16	Hertzel Katz
03	Morrie Sacks	17	Solly Hare
06	Brian Armist	21	Cynthia Kahanovitz
06	Aaron Diamond	24	Freda Lanesman
07	Eddie Lipman	26	Mannie Hosiosky
08	Tony Waks	28	Ralph Lanesman
09	Ditty Maresky	31	Edith Poliak
09	Len Woolf	31	Len Saitowitz.
10	Jack Bernstein

ANNIVERSARIES - OCTOBER, 2003:

MAZAL TOV, and many more HAPPY ANNIVERSARIES, to:

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Mannie and Anita Hosiosky

35 th.

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MONEY MATTERS

Our Treasurer, Brother Sam Kirsch, wishes to remind those Worthy Brethren and Brethren, who are not yet in compliance, to please contact him to make arrangements to settle their dues.

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CHARITABLE DONATIONS

The following people have donated money to Lodge Moledet:

Ruth & W/B Max Geffen in honour of the barmitvah of Guy, grandson of Freda & Gaby Haimovitz.

Edie & W/B Archie Poliak in honour of Josie & Joe Grosman moving into their new home.

Edie & W/B Archie Poliak in honour of Mrs Selma Isaacson moving into her new home.

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

SEPTEMBER 2003
Thursday 18th	Lodge Lishkat Hasharon: Tiyul to the School for training pre-school blind children (Morning), and Bowls (Evening).
Wednesday 24th	Lodge Moledet No. 44 Open Lodge Meeting, at 8:30 p.m., at Beit Issie Shapiro, Ra’anana, including our Annual Memorial Ceremony.
Friday 26th	Erev Rosh Hashana
Saturday 27th	Rosh Hashana - First Day
Sunday 28th	Rosh Hashana - Second Day
Monday 29th	Fast of Gedalya
OCTOBER 2003
Sunday 05th	Erev Yom Kippur
Monday 06th	Yom Kippur
Wednesday 08th	Lodge Moledet No. 44 Management Committee Meeting, at 8:00 p.m., at the home of Phyllis and Brother Solly Hare, in Ra’anana.
Friday 10th	Erev Succoth
Saturday 11th	Succoth
Sunday 12th to Thursday 16th		Hol Hamoyed Succoth
Friday 17th	Hashana Rabah
Saturday 18th	Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah
Monday 27th	Lodge Lishkat Hasharon Open Lodge Meeting, in Netanya
Wednesday 29th	Lodge Moledet No. 44 Open Lodge Meeting, at 8:30 p.m., at Beit Issie Shapiro, in Ra’anana

LODGE MOLEDET OFFICERS: 2003 / 2004

President	W/Bro. Bennie Steingold (Freda)	09 – 7451288
Vice-President	W/Bro. Claude Lavenski (Kaleen)	09 - 7717250
Immediate Past President	W/Bro. Max Geffen (Ruth)	09 - 7449180
Treasurer	Bro. Sam Kirsch (Denyse)	09 - 7745070
Secretary	W/Bro. David Gelfand (Gillian)	09 - 7493467
Scribe	W/Bro. Julian Sagor (Adele)	03 – 9451002
Master - of - Ceremonies	W/Bro. Ivan Waldman (Hilary)	09 - 7743448
Preceptor	W/Bro. Moshe Abramowitz (Barbara)	09 - 7454519
Inner Guard	Bro. Cecil Migdal (Riva)	09 - 7496163
Registrar	Bro. Aubrey Danziger	09 - 7745380
Chaplain	W/Bro. Cyril Fine (Brenda)	03 - 9337336
Trustees	W/Bro.Charles (Chooks) Heideman (Monica)	09 - 7742394
	Bro. Gaby Haimovitz (Freda)	09 - 7452126
	W/Bro. Archie Poliak (Edie)	09 - 9582750
Management Committee	Bro. Eddie Lipman (Bella)	09 – 7710685
	Bro. Solly Hare (Phyllis)	09 - 7713620
	Bro.Keevan Kahanovitz (Cynthia)	09 - 7496172
	W/Bro. Eric Horwitz (Phyllis)	09 - 7454560
	W/Bro. Zellick Sendzul (Fay)	09 - 7409212