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Writings about Rabbi David Frank

-1997-
April 25, 1997—
Donald H. Harrison, "Be it resolved...'Rabbis, Federation protest proposed Israeli law on conversion," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, http://www.jewishsightseeing.com/usa/california/san_diego/united_jewish_federation/sd4-25who's_a_jew.htm

Sept. 19, 1997—
Donald H. Harrison, "Can we get along? The quest for Jewish pluralism," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, http://www.jewishsightseeing.com/usa/california/san_diego/synagogue_councel/sd9-19jewish_pluralism.htm
 

-1998-
March 28, 1998— Donald H. Harrison, "Finest moment: Seacrest Village celebrates Encinitas expansion," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, http://www.jewishsightseeing.com/usa/california/san_diego_county/encinitas/seacrest_village-encinitas/19980327-seacrest_expansion.htm

-1999-
May 14, 1999—
Donald H. Harrison, "Solel: 'Everyone's second family': Encinitas temple offers support for newcomers," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, http://www.jewishsightseeing.com/usa/california/san_diego_county/encinitas/temple_solel/19990514-encinitas_solel.htm

-2001-
April 20, 2001—
Donald H. Harrison, "Last Draw for Preachy B.C.?" San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, http://www.jewishsightseeing.com/usa/california/san_diego/union_tribune/sd4-20bc_eastercomic.htm

May 25, 2001—
Donald H. Harrison, "A pointed offense:Jewish leaders assail cartoon in the Union-Tribune," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, http://www.jewishsightseeing.com/usa/california/san_diego/union_tribune/sd5-25-01anti_israel_cartoon.htm

September 14, 2001—Donald H. Harrison, "Jews of San Diego react to terror assaults," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, http://www.jewishsightseeing.com/usa/california/san_diego/general_stories/9-14-01terrorism_reaction.htm

-2003-
January 17, 2003
Eighteen Day Jewish Activities calendar, in which Rabbi Frank is mentioned under listings for Jan. 19, Feb. 2

-2005-
Summer 2005—
"Thank You Donors! We are grateful for your support," Campus Comments: Hillel of San Diego, page 5:  Gifts received 7/1/04—8/24/05:  $250—$499  ... David Frank

September 21, 2005—
Donald H. Harrison, "San Diego Jews taking root: Four historic community events coincide," San Diego Jewish Times, link:  2005-09-21  

October 2005—"Thank You For Your Contributions and Support of Temple Solel," Temple Solel Pathfinder, monthly newsletter, page 20: Rabbi Frank's Discretionary Fund.... Debbie & Rick Kroner, in appreciation of Rabbi Frank for all of his guidance for Ryan's Bar Mitzvah... Jayne & Gary Marx, in appreciation of Rabbi Frank officiating at Keri & Rick's wedding.... Debby Rosenzweig, Thank you to Rabbi Frank and Robin Rubin...

October 21, 2005—1) "Adult Classes at Solel," San Diego Jewish Times, page 23 ... Shabbat Torah study will be held on Saturday, dec. 3, following the service with Rabbi Frank.  A dairy lunch will be served. Reservations are required.

2) "Obituaries," San Diego Jewish Times, page 29: Schenker, Burton (Bud) Stewart, born June 3, 1926 and passed away Oct. 5, 2005. Mr. Schenker was born in Detroit, MI. His family soon moved to Chicago where he and his younger brother, Allan, grew up. Mr. Schenker joined the Navy in early 1945 and helped bring the Pacific troops home when the war ended. He attended USC and graduated from UCLA. He taught junior high and high school, Sunday school and adult education classes and was active in real estate. He was also involved in the Men's clubs at Temple Solel, congregation Beth Israel, UJF and the BUNWC. After retirement, he and his wife moved to La Jolla, where he played golf, tennis, bridge and babysat his grandchildren. He was a loving and devoted family man. Mr. Schenker is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sylvia; his three daughters Barbara (Kent), Janet (Barry), Hilarie, six grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Services were held at Mt. Sinai Memorial Park in Los Angeles. Rabbi David Frank of Temple Solel officiated. A memorial service was held at Congregation Beth Israel, Rabbi Sheila Goloboy officiating. Donations in his name may be made to UCSD—Alzheimer's Disease research Center, 9500 Gilman Dr., Dept. 0948, La Jolla, CA 92093-0948, or to the Alzheimer's Association, 4950 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 350, San Diego, CA 92123.

November 2005—1) "Synaplex: an exciting new way to experience Shabbat!" Pathfinder (monthly newsletter of Temple Solel. Cardiff-by-the-Sea), page 1: Pizza, Popcorn, PJ's & a Movie —Join your fellow TS families for a fun-filled evening. Dinner cost: $8 per adult/$4 per child. 5:30, Family Dinner; 6:30 p.m., Family Shabbat Service with Rabbi Frank, 7:30, Movie: An American Tale.  Our theme for this wonderful evening is the joy of tsedakah, so please bring a gently used book to donate.

2) "November Service Schedule," Pathfinder, page 2:  Friday, November 11, Synaplex Opening Night. 4:31 p.m. Candle lighting; 6:30 p.m. Family Shabbat Service with Rabbi Frank (more info on front cover); 8:15 p.m., Non-traditional Worship Service....

3) "Adult Education," Pathfinder, page 10: Shabbat Torah Study —Join Rabbi Frank for a dairy lunch and Torah study following Shabbat morning services. Take that first step to delve deeper into the meaning of the weekly parsha. * Saturday, December 3—Reservations required.

4) "Contributions," Pathfinder, page 14:  Our Clergy, Rabbi Frank's Discretionary Fund: Leslie & Jim Barker, in honor of Lindsay Barker's Bat Mitzvah and in appreciaition of rabbi Frank's help, guidance and support. * Kerri & Rick Green, in appreciation of Rabbi Frank officiating at their wedding. * Dr. Stuart Rubenstein, in honor of the bris for Jonas Wilf, son of Laura and Yafton Wilf, the bris for Jacob Wieder, son of Mary and Noah Wieder and the bris for Jacob Burke, son of Braunwyn and Sean Burke. * Ida Shreiber, in memory of Sara Frankel, Leon Frankel and Gershon Frankel, parents and brothers of Ida, grandparents and uncle of Davida Shreiber.

5) "Temple Solel," Pathfinder, back page: (Directory): Board of Directors: Leslie Solomon-Barker, Isaac Berger, Carolyn Berlin, Margaret Bradbury, Kent Bricker, Giacomo Bucci, Debby Bucholz, Rise Edney, Pat Feldman, Steve Fox, Janet Gorrie, Keri Green, Charles Hoffman, Cathy Lebovits, Audrey Levine, Vicki Remas, Leonard Robin, Jamie Rodin, Dr. Bruce Sachs, Sheri Sachs, Jorge Sorokin, Lou Storrow, Lisa Sweet, Hal Taback, Corinna Vanetsky, Dr. Robert Weisgrau, Ilana Woods, Joan Zak.  Executive Committee: Myron Jucha, Presient; Michael Felzer, 1st Vice President; Linda Hukin-Slade, Vice President; Alexis Larky, Vice President; Gry Woods, Vice President; Steve Schechner, Treasurer; Michael Berlin, Past President.  (Staff): David M. Frank, Rabbi; Jeff Brown, Assistant Rabbi; Kathy Robbins, Cantor; Robin S. Rubin, Executive Director; Ellen Fox, School Director; Adrienne Blumberg, Early Childhood Center Director; Susan Jones, Controller; Craig Parks, Youth Programming Director; Linda Silverman Levine, Adult Programming Director.  Temple Solel of Norther San Diego County, Inc, 3474 Manchester Avenue, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007. email: info@TempleSolel.net; web: www.TempleSolel.net Office phone, (760) 436-0654; Office fax, (760) 436-2748; Early Childhood Center (760) 944-1285.

November 17, 2005—Sandi Dolbee, "Service Stations: Synaplex Shabbat gives congregation options, helps temple improve connections," San Diego Union-Tribune, in which Rabbi Frank is quoted about program at Temple Solel, http://www.signonsandiego.com/uniontrib/20051117/news_1c17jewish.html

November 23, 2005—Angela Lau, "Parade Name Spurs Boycott in Encinitas," San Diego Union-Tribune, in which Rabbi David Frank expresses concern over Mayor Dan Dalager's unilateral decision to change name from Holiday Parade to Christmas Parade, http://www.signonsandiego.com/uniontrib/20051123/news_1mi23parade.html

December 2005—1) "Lunch & Torah Study With Rabbi Frank," Pathfinder (Newsletter of Temple Solel, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California): Join Rabbi Frank for a dairy lunch and Torah study following Shabbat morning services, Saturday, December 3—Reservations please. For more information, call the Temple office at (760) 436-0654.

2) "Synaplex: an exciting new way to experience Shabbat," Pathfinder, page 1: ... Continuing into the evening.... Our coffeehouse opens at 7:15 p.m. with live music, wine and cheese.... 7:15 p.m.....Traditional Shabbat service with Rabbi Frank & cantor Robbins.... 8:00 p.m...Interfaith dialogue...8:00-10 p.m.... Come by anytime to schmooze, nosh & listen to wonderful music at the Beit Cafe....8:30-9:30...Young profesionals and teens talk about college and life away from home... 9:00-10:00 p.m....Israeli dancing with Julie Harland....

3) "Adult Education," Pathfinder, page 10: Coming Next Month: Study with Rabbi Frank—These seminars will enrich your knowledge and sense of community as we learn from each other and grow together in a supportive Jewish setting. Breakfast will be provided by the Adult Education Committee.  Topic to be announced.   Sunday mornings, January 29 and February 5, 12, 26, 9:00—10:30 a.m.

4) "Contributions," Pathfinder, page 14: Rabbi Frank's Discretionary Fund: Yvonne & Robert Aach, get well prayers for Robert's successful surgery; Barbara & Harrison Frank, in memory of Harrison's mother, Helen T. Frank; Barbara & Marty Glick, in memory of Marty's mother, Evelyn Gluck; Norma & Dick Stern, in memory of Norma's father, Leon H. Davidowitz; Marcia Kern & Marty Stern, in deep appreciation for Rabbi Frank's care and concern.

 -2006-
January 2006—
"Contributions," Pathfinder, monthly newsletter of Temple Solel, Cardiff by the Sea, California, page 14: Rabbi Frank's Discretionary Fund: Barbara & Harrison Frank, in memory of Barbara's mother, Sprinza B. Korengold.  Lorna & Mark Lavine, in appreciation of the babynaming of their daughter, Marlie Love Lavine.  Dr. Stuart Rubenstein, in honor of the bris for Jason Benjamin Parker, son of Elizabeth & Jeremy Parker.  Rhonda & Steve Wittenberg, in appreciation of Rabbi Frank and his help through the years, especially with Sam's Bart Mitzvah.

February 2006—1) "Contributions," Pathfinder, monthly newsletter of Temple Solel, Cardiff by the Sea, California, page 12: Rabbi Frank's Discretionary Fund: Dr. Chris Bengs, in gratitude of his fabulous Temple Solel Israel trip under Rabbi Frank's guidance; Karin & Albert Bensusen, in appreciation of Rabbi Frank for his caring and support on the recent deaths of both of their fathers, Max Kaplan and Leon Bensusen; Hariet Cooke, in memory of her father, Gus Braff; Estelle & Ed Herman, in memory of Estelle's mother, Golda Cohen; Joy Orner, in appreciation of Rabbi Frank; Ida Shreiber, in memory of Sara Frankel, mother of Ida, grandmother of Davida Shreiber; Dana & Nate Sisitsky, in appreciation of Rabbi Frank's participation in Samantha's naming at Temple Solel.

2) "Adult Education," Pathfinder,  page 15:  Study with Rabbi Frank—Sunday mornings, January 29 and February 5, 12, 26, 9:00—10:30 a.m., Instructor, Rabbi Frank.  Hot button issues from a Reform Jewish perspective; The War in Iraq, homosexuality and same-sex marriage, and embryonic stem cell research. Please call the Temple to RSVP.

2006-04-23Donald H. Harrison, "Continuing Jewish evolution seen in two b'not mitzvot," jewishsightseeing.com

2006-06-25Donald H. Harrison, "Three 'L's' of a rabbinic convention featured in San Diego: locale, locals, loco" jewishsightseeing.com