Congregation Rodef Shalom

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450 South Kearney Street Denver, C0 80224 303-399-0035 Fax 303-399-7623

I AM RODEF SHALOM "Where every member counts and every voice is heard" Who we are is a Kehillah Kedosha -a sacred community- made up of people who each have a story and special connection to Congregation Rodef Shalom

(library)4:30 pmCTT Mitzvah project
(at Rodef Shalom) 6:30 pmMinyan on the Move(call for location)

We are a Conservative synagogue of under 400 families located in southeast Denver, in the heart of Denver's Jewish community. Our members represent a cross-section of the population, from our founding senior members and older recent residents to Denver, to families with children of all ages, single parents and their families, singles and couples with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and many young people seeking connection to the Jewish community. We are proud to be one of the oldest Conservative congregations in Denver.

Robin & Stuart Pack and Terri & Eric Steiner will be honored at the Annual Dinner on January 29, 2011.
Early Bird Special, December 6

Corrections for Membership Directory A new Membership Directory/Tribute book will be distributed at the Annual Dinner on January 29, 2011 honoring Robin & Stuart Pack and Terri & Eric Steiner. Has any of your information changed? Please send updates about your phone numbers, street address, and email address to Brenda.Wilmore@rodef-shalom.orgor call the office at 303-399-0035.

Kabbalat Shabbat @ Home, November 19
Join Cantor Saul on Friday, Nov. 19. Welcome Shabbat with a family-friendly service in the musical tradition of Shabbat Under the Stars and a potluck DAIRY dinner at the home of Phil and Debi Bush. These special Friday evening gatherings, introduced to our congregation by Rabbi Sara Gilbert, are open to everyone - singles, couples, families at all stages, new and experienced members alike - and to your friends who wish to participate and experience the warmth of Rodef Shalom. Everyone brings a DAIRY side dish, salad or dessert for six people that DOES NOT need to be heated. We will begin with a wonderful Kabbalat Shabbat service promptly at 6:30 pm, enjoy a communal dinner together, and complete the evening with the Maariv service for Shabbat (by around 8:30 pm). Reservations are not necessary. For more information contact Cantor Saul (saul@ecentral.com or 303-748-4815).
Kadima at JumpStreet, November 20
Join Kadima at JumpStreet, an indoor trampoline gym, on Sat. Nov. 20, 6:00-7:30 for Havdalah and a chance to jump of off their walls. Cost is $10 a person and includes food and jump time. All students must have a waiver signed by their guardian and an ID. Please contact Rebecca Cohen at rebecca.cohen@rodef-shalom.org or 303-399-0035 ext 351 for a copy of the waiver form Download here. JumpStreet is located at 7969 E. Arapahoe Rd, Greenwood VIllage, CO 80112. Kadima is a Conservative youth group, associated with United Synagogue, for kids in Grades 6-8. The kids participate in activities such as bowling, overnights, shabbatons and conventions.
Library Book Sale, November 21
Keep your calendar open for our upcoming Congregation Rodef Shalom Library Book Sale on Sunday, November 21 (the Broncos are playing Monday night). We will have the sale from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on November 21. You can also stop by to help yourself during office hours on Monday and Tuesday, November 22-23. There will be no prices on the items, but you are asked to make a reasonable donation to Congregation Rodef Shalom for what you think it is worth. This is like the dollar a book concept the Denver Public Library used for their book sale. If you are interested in assisting Sherrie Davidson, please call her and leave a message at her home: 303-750-7083. Remember, the library is there for your use, it is not a warehouse to store books!
Office & ECEC are Closed, November 25-26
The office and ECEC will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 25 & 26. Happy Thanksgiving!

Sisterhood Shabbat, December 4
Saturday, December 4 is Sisterhood Shabbat. Sisterhood members will be participating in the service and sponsoring the Kiddush.
Shabbat with a Backbeat, December 11
Join Cantor Saul and Shir Rodef as Shabbat with a Backbeat in the round returns on Saturday, December 11, at 9:00 am. This family-friendly service features all the traditional prayers accompanied by the musicians and singers of Shir Rodef. Services without instrumental accompaniment will take place simultaneously in the Chapel in the school building.
Book Club, December 12
The Book Club will continue this winter season on Sunday, December 12, at 5:30 pm. We will discuss Daniel Levin's book "The Last Ember". There is no charge for attending this program. Please RSVP to the office.
Soups On, Order by December 13

Sh'ma Salon, December 18
Sh'ma Salon will meet on Saturday, December 18 at 11 AM. Andrea Novins-Montague and Debbie Rosenthal will facilitate a discussion on the November issue, Inside Jewish Sound. You can download the issue for free at www.shmadigital.com. Read the articles in advance and join us for a lively discussion. Annual Dinner Auctions - donations accepted now

Entertainment Books, now
Entertainment books are in! The cost is $30 per book. Please pick them up during office hours.

Gift Shop is now online!
The Rodef Shalom Gift Shop has partnered with an online Judaica shop. This has given us the opportunity to expand our offerings and simplify your purchase. To shop from your own computer, just follow the link from our website or type inhttp://rodefshalom.judaicabeautiful.com/store/. The gift shop will still benefit from the sale. Please continue to shop in person during our regular store hours.

Preschool Registration Forms for 2010-2011 School Year are now available. Call the preschool 303-256-1061, or stop by the preschool office. Registration 2010-2011

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