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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.

It is time for the Habitat Build of 2012 to begin. We will begin building in early June and expect to have the home completed by the end of August. The address is 3955 Cook Street, Denver, 80205. It is a 1 story, 3 bedroom, single family home. I'd like to introduce you to the Woticha-Dullo Family: Saba and Dadafu have lived in Denver since 2006 when they immigrated from Ethiopia. Their two children (ages 1 & 4) were born here. Saba is a Teacher's Assistant at Dayton Learning Center and Dadafu is a Taxi Driver for Union Taxi. They are very excited to partner with Habitat and look forward to the permanence and stability that home ownership will provide as well as the chance to invest in their family's future. While you may build on any of the volunteer days which begin June 7th, a special Sunday has been designated for Congregation Rodef Shalom and B'nai Havurah to build together on June 10, 2012. This is always great fun even though we do work hard! Please check your schedules and if you can commit to helping a whole day (9 am to 4:30 pm), please sign up at www.hiadenver.org. If you know you cannot build, but want to help, please consider making a donation. Our golf tournament is coming up on June 4th at Murphy Creek and we need golfers and companies to provide sponsorship. We are also looking for donated items for our silent auction such as sporting event tickets, resort or hotel stays, and prize giveaways such as bottles of wine, restaurant gift cards, etc. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year so we hope you will participate. We have a great time too! Another easy way to support the Habitat Interfaith Alliance is to support a Pizza Fundraiser on Tuesday, June 12th from 11 am - 8 pm at Slices Pizza (7155 E. Hampden Ave.). 25% of all sales on this day will benefit the Woticha-Dullo Habitat for Humanity home! If you can help with any of these items, or if you have any questions please contact me. Leslie Tjarks 303-220-0189 ltjarks@earthlink.net.

Sisterhood Needs Your Help A collection bin for much needed items for The Gathering Place will be placed at Rodef Shalom. The Gathering Place is Denver’s only daytime drop-in center for women and children who are experiencing homelessness and poverty. They provide programming and services to an average of 260 women and children every day. See list below for items we hope all congregants will donate.   Toiletries – shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, razors, deodorant, lotion, lip balm Socks – for adults and children School supplies – crayons, pencils, erasers Baby items – sippy cups, shampoo, wash, powder, formula, jars of food

INFANT CARE TO BE AVAILABLE AT RODEF SHALOM!
Congregation Rodef Shalom Early Childhood Education Center has announced the addition of an Infant Care room as part of the preschool offerings. The additional room will offer parents another option in the community's growing need for care for our youngest members. This new service at Rodef Shalom will be available beginning this August, coinciding with the regular preschool calendar year. For more information please call the preschool at 303-256-1061 or email them at: preschool@rodef-shalom.org

Little one wants to be with you instead of babysitting during services? Please feel free to take advantage of our new Toy Tree in the Lobby! Lovingly put together by Heather Oginsky, these colorful bags are filled with "service-friendly" toys and books for you to borrow and enjoy  while here. Thank you, Oginskys!

The DJSL (Denver Jewish Softball League) season has already begun! Come cheer on our Rodef Shalom teams at the Kennedy Field Complex nearly every Sunday morning! The complex is located two blocks south of Dartmouth on Kenton Street. Watch the Rodef Shalom Men in Green vs. BMH-BJ Silver Bullets (in the Corned Beef Division) and the Rodef Jew Crew vs. The Jewish Experience (in the Pastrami Division). Come have a good time and support your team! For the complete schedule click here: http://www.denverjewishsoftball.org/ Go team!

Tot Shabbat program "New Beginnings" will take place on Saturdays, May 19 from 11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in the Library. Each session begins with a short, but spirited service tailored to young families and includes a Bible or Jewish holiday story. The session is followed by a Kiddush for the participants.

Special End of Shabbat Shmooze on May 19 at 6:30 pm
All who participated in this year's Kabbalat Shabbat @ Home, Seudat Shabbat @ Home, and End of Shabbat Shmooze programs are invited to join Rabbi Gerson for Seudah Shlishit (the third Shabbat meal) and discussion about next year's plans for our Shabbat offerings. RSVP to Rabbi Gerson

Separation of Church and State: Where Do We Draw The Line? Join us for an enlightening and informative presentation Co-Sponsored by the National Council of Jewish Women, Colorado Section and Congregation Rodef Shalom 450 S. Kearney St., Tuesday, May 22, 2012 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, No charge and open to the community, Information: (303) 399-0035 Click here for Flyer.

The Rodef Shalom Book Club will read for our Spring selection "Songs for the Butchers Daughter" by Peter Manseau on Wednesday, May 23th at 7:15 pm. at the home of Les and Sherrie Davidson. Info: Paul Bogan or the office.

The Ultimate Jewish-American Memorial Day SHAVUOT 5772 - May 26th - 28th

Saturday, May 26 Erev Shavuot   9:00 am • Services               10:00 am • Shabbat Discovery   8:00 pm • Maariv, Kiddush and Study at Rabbi's home, 8:00 pm  the first session will start before the end of Shabbat, and then we will break for Maariv and Kiddush before resuming  the study; this will enable some of the folks who don't stay late to get some of the study component "The Value of Teaching and Learning Torah" (Judge David Richman) "Religious Emotions: An Evolution of the Counting of the Omer" (Yael Weinstein) "The Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave: The Haftarah for Shavuot in the context of Memorial Day" (Sue Parker Gerson)   9:05 pm  • Yom Tov Candle Lighting Sunday, May 27 First Day Shavuot Service    9:00 am • Shacharit, Hallel, Akdamut, Torah Reading (up to Ten Commandments) 10:30 am • Family-Friendly Reading of Ten Commandments, Conclusion of Torah Reading, & Return of Torah 11:00 am • Adjourn to Social Hall for Kiddush/Brunch, Haftarah Reading (Click to Reserve for free brunch) 11:45 am • Musaf Service in the Meditation Garden    9:06 pm • Yom Tov 2nd day Candle Lighting  Monday, May 28 Second Day Shavuot Service  10:00 am • Sanctuary Service - including Yizkor with Jewish War Veteran, Marvin Meyers.

Tot Shabbat program "New Beginnings" will take place on Saturdays, June 2, 16, 30 from 11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in the Library. Each session begins with a short, but spirited service tailored to young families and includes a Bible or Jewish holiday story. The session is followed by a Kiddush for the participants.







Join your Rodef Shalom "family", as well as other community members for a family-friendly, fun night on the town! Colorado Rapids Soccer game, Wednesday, June 20th, 7:30 p.m. Questions? 303-399-0035 x316 
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Shul of Rock, Friday, June 22
All families with young children, ages 8 and under, are invited to attend our "Shul of Rock" experience on Friday, June 22 from 5:30 p.m.-6:30 pm. This series will begin with a short, kid-friendly service filled with joyous song, stories and music. The interactive, musical Kabbalat Shabbat Service will be followed by a dairy dinner. Adults $10; Youth (5-10) $5.00; Under 4 Free! Don't miss this chance to enjoy Shabbat with your children and connect with other young families at the same time! RSVP here by June 18 !

Kosher Express
Congregation Rodef Shalom announces its partnership with The Kosher Express. The Kosher Express (found at www.thekosherexpress.com) sells the highest quality OU certified meat directly to consumers nationwide. With it's philanthropic program called the Tzedek Express, a portion of member's sales will be donated directly to Rodef Shalom, when entering the following promotional code upon purchase: RDF01. Members simply register with the site, enter the promo code, and all purchases are then linked to our affiliate account. On the first order, members receive an exclusive 15% discount. On the second order, 10% of the purchase amount is donated directly to Congregation Rodef Shalom. Going forward, a portion of every order is donated. All products are shipped frozen, in a Styrofoam container, under dry ice to ensure that they remain frozen while shipping. If you have any questions, please email The Kosher Express at info@thekosherexpress.com.

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 in http://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 2012-2013 School Year are now available. Call the preschool 303-256-1061, or stop by the preschool office. Registration 2012-2013

 
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