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Women of Rodef Shalom

Members of the Women of Rodef Shalom enjoy getting together for a variety of activities and projects that enrich and support our members, as well as our congregation and the broader community.

For information on membership, please contact Carol Leaman at rscsisterhood@rodefshalom.org.

What We Do:

During this last year, the Women of Rodef Shalom employed some of the Covid-restricted time to carefully review and update our by-laws. This led to the recognition that with a stronger structure in place, now would be the right time to reimagine our future, even in a still uncertain environment.

And for that we need your input and support, both participatory and financial.

So here is a short list of a few of our many programs and activities:

 

  • The Caring Community reaches out to our members, for example with deliveries of homemade soup, a challah, and dessert, truly “Soup From the Heart.” Also, each week we provide the flowers which grace the temple’s pulpit, and after Shabbat deliver them to members. Gift bags hold holiday goodies, such as mishloach manot, which cheer members residing in senior living facilities.

  • Topical Programs in various formats (i.e. Zoom, in-person, hybrid) are being planned this year. Topics under consideration include expert discussions on mental health, antisemitism, recent Supreme Court decisions, women’s issues, social justice, and more. You tell us what interests you!

  • Social Connections are made and maintained in our popular weekly programs, like bridge, mahjong, and sewing - smaller gatherings that offer an easy way for newer members to get to know others in an informal setting. Plus, we look forward to festive larger events, with food, of course.

  • Congregational Support extends beyond financial contributions to programs such as the Family Center, religious school, and camp scholarships. Annually we also offer a seder and, jointly with the Brotherhood and religious school, a special Shabbat service. Throughout the year Sisterhood supports holiday celebrations and onegs, and presents gifts to our b’nai mitzvah students. We manage the Gift Corner, which sells gorgeous Judaica and unique items. Profits from this and other sources just enabled us to make a generous contribution to the stained glass window repair.

  • The Women of Reform Judaism Atlantic District Convention will be hosted by us in Pittsburgh next spring, because WRS member Jan Shaw will be installed as District President of this 100+ year-old organization. As a member of WRS, you automatically gain membership to WRJ, which strives to enrich contemporary life with Jewish traditions and values. We join with WRJ in practicing Tikkun Olam, in the belief that our collective action can create a more just and compassionate world.

Tzedakah:

The Community Outreach and Social Action (COSA) Committee and Women of Rodef Shalom (WRS) are looking for volunteers to help make hats and scarves for The Free Store. The Free Store is a project that was started by Gisele Fetterman, a past recipient of Rodef Shalom Congregation’s Pursuer of Peace Award. WRS has a lot of yarn and material available for anyone who would like to help. Please contact Nancy Rosenthal at bobnancyrosenthal1@verizon.net with any questions or to get involved.

Who We Are:
Women of Rodef Shalom Board 2022-2023

Terry Starrett

President

Open

Executive Vice President

Teri Cowan

Vice President

Sandie Brand

Vice President

Carol Leaman

Vice President

Marilyn Asimow

Vice President

Gail Lefkowitz

Treasurer

Nancy Rosenthal

Financial Secretary

Judy Kampert

Assistant Treasurer

Marjorie Goldfarb

Recording Secretary

Sheila Werner

Assistant Recording Secretary

Phyllis Feinert

Corresponding Secretary

Emmeline Silk

Assistant Corresponding Secretary

Rochelle Sufrin

Director

Joan Forscher

Director

Janet Ocel

Director

Barbra Bowman-Labbie

Director

Marion Damick

Parliamentarian

Upcoming Events

  • May 30, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Beginners welcome! Lunch to follow. Bring lunch for yourself and a dessert to share.
  • Multiple Dates
    Details
    May 30, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Come join our lovely, little Canasta Group. Beginners are welcome - we will have lessons. New and experienced are playing and ready for more people to join us!!
  • May 31, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Everyone is welcome to this informal game of mahj!
  • Bridge
    Thu 01 Jun
    Multiple Dates
    Details
    Jun 01, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Contact Sandie Brand if you have any questions.
  • Multiple Dates
    Details
    Jun 04, 12:30 PM – Jun 05, 2:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Come join our lovely, little Canasta Group. Beginners are welcome - we will have lessons. New and experienced are playing and ready for more people to join us!!
  • Jun 06, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Beginners welcome! Lunch to follow. Bring lunch for yourself and a dessert to share.
  • Jun 06, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Beginners welcome! Lunch to follow. Bring lunch for yourself and a dessert to share.
  • Multiple Dates
    Details
    Jun 06, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Come join our lovely, little Canasta Group. Beginners are welcome - we will have lessons. New and experienced are playing and ready for more people to join us!!
  • Jun 07, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Everyone is welcome to this informal game of mahj!
  • Bridge
    Thu 08 Jun
    Multiple Dates
    Details
    Jun 08, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Contact Sandie Brand if you have any questions.
  • Jun 13, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Beginners welcome! Lunch to follow. Bring lunch for yourself and a dessert to share.
  • Jun 13, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Beginners welcome! Lunch to follow. Bring lunch for yourself and a dessert to share.
  • Multiple Dates
    Details
    Jun 13, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Come join our lovely, little Canasta Group. Beginners are welcome - we will have lessons. New and experienced are playing and ready for more people to join us!!
  • Jun 14, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Everyone is welcome to this informal game of mahj!
  • Bridge
    Thu 15 Jun
    Multiple Dates
    Details
    Jun 15, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Contact Sandie Brand if you have any questions.
  • Jun 20, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Beginners welcome! Lunch to follow. Bring lunch for yourself and a dessert to share.
  • Jun 20, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Beginners welcome! Lunch to follow. Bring lunch for yourself and a dessert to share.
  • Multiple Dates
    Details
    Jun 20, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Come join our lovely, little Canasta Group. Beginners are welcome - we will have lessons. New and experienced are playing and ready for more people to join us!!
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