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Writings about Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal

-1988-
August 4, 1988--"Tifereth Israel Welcomes Rabbi Rosenthal," San Diego Jewish Times, p. 12: Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal has been appointed associate rabbi of Tifereth Israel Synagogue. Rabbi Rosenthal was formally inducted by Tifereth Israel’s senior rabbi, Dr. Aaron S. Gold, at the Friday evening services on July 15. Rabbi Rosenthal, a native of California, served as acting rabbi for three years at Temple Beth Israel in Maywood, New Jersey, while he was a student at the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York.  He was called to his first pulpit in Tampa, Florida, by Congregation Kol Ami. Rabbi Rosenthal explains, “The reluctant decision to leave Tampa was my own. Judy’s and my family live in California, and we decided that having our children grow up with their grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins was the overriding concern in our lives.”  He was appointed rabbi of Temple Sharon in Costa Mesa and director of the Jewish Studies Institute Day School in Anaheim.  Ralph Barnes, president of Tifereth Israel Synagogue, notes, “Our congregation, now well over 700 families strong, has for some time expressed a need for an associate rabbi to cope with the demands for spiritual guidance from an ever growing congregation. Rabbi Rosenthal with his background and experience will be  a tremendous asset to Tifereth Israel. With the example of his own young family of three children, we look to him to be an inspiration for the young marrieds in the San Diego community.  We expect that many of those unaffiliated younger people in the community will want to participate in the many exciting activities planned by Rabbis Gold and Rosenthal.”

-1997-


June 13, 1997—
Donald H. Harrison, "Sprayed Hate: ADL offers $5,000 reward to catch vandals who struck Tifereth Israel last weekend," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage,  http://www.jewishsightseeing.com/usa/california/san_diego/tifereth_israel_synagogue/sd6-13synagogue_vandalism.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

-1999-
April 23, 1999
Donald H. Harrison, "Is Israel another Serbia? Specialist in terrorism says similarities are superficial," San Diego Jewish Press-Hertiage.
 

-2001-

April 20, 2001Donald H. Harrison, "Last draw for preachy B.C.?" San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage

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

-2002-
November 29, 2002
Donald H. Harrison, "Eight Stories for Eight Nights," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage


-2003-
2003-01-03
Donald H. Harrison, "A smorgasbord of learning," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, pages 3-4.

January 3, 2003Eighteen Day Calendar, San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, page 21

2003-01-10
Donald H. Harrison and Gail Umeham," Rabbis recall glories, griefs of their own b'nai mitzvah," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, pages 2-4

2003-01-10 Donald H. Harrison, "From bar mitzvah dad to publisher," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage
2003-01-10—"Eighteen Days: January 10-27," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage

2003-01-17Eighteen Days," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage, in which Rabbi Rosenthal appears in the Jan. 21 listing.

January 24, 2003
—Donald H. Harrison, "Tifereth Israel's 'Grandparents Shabbat' honors patriarchs and matriarchs of today," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage

-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:  $500—$999  ... Leonard & Judy Rosenthal...

Fall 2005, Agency for Jewish Education of San Diego, Annual Report 2004-2005, "Todah Rabbah to all our generous Donors!," page 12: ...Bonim...Builders...Rabbi Leonard and Judy Rosenthal...

September 2005—Tifereth Israel Synagogue, "Rabbi Aaron S. Gold Institute of Jewish Studies," Course Catalog 5766, 2005-2006, page 1 (inside): Fall Courses: Just in time for the Holidays, Crash Course in Hebrew Reading: Lost at services? Can't tell an alef from a bet? Then this crash course in Hebrew reading is just for you! In three short sessions you will learn the basics to deciphering the prayer book.  Dates & times, Sundays, September 25—October 9, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.  Fees: There is no charge for this class. Instructor: Dr. Zev Bar-Lev.  Mini Course: Exploring Jewish Prayer-The Shabbat Morning Service: If you feel lost during services, this is the course for you! In this course we will reveiw the structure and meaning of the Shabbat morning service, and study selected prayers in depth. Ability to read Hebrew is helpful, but not necessary. Date & Times: Sundays, October 16-Deceember 11, 9:30 to 10:40 a.m. (No class November 13 or 27).  Fees $35 (members) or $40 (non-members), including books: Mini-Course: What's It All Say - Hebrew "Key-Letters" Have you ever wanted to know what Hebrew words actually mean? In this mini-course you will learn to understand verses from the prayer book and Bible, learning Hebrew vocabulary with the help of Dr. Zev Bar-Lev's "key-leter system." (Rooted in Kabbalah, it is taught at three universities.) Vocabulary in Hebrew can be unbelievably easy to understand if you have the "key." The meanings of just fourteen Hebrew letters can help you figure out and remember the meanings of most Hebrew roots and words. (No prerequisites required. All you need to know for this mini-course is the alphabet.) Date & times: Sundays, October 16-December 11, 9:30 to 10:40 a.m. (No class November 13 or 27). Fees $20. (members) or $25 (non-members), plus books. Instructor. Dr. Zev Bar-Lev. Spring Courses: Torah Chanting for the Musically Challenged, Back by popular demand! Even if you don't have any musical ability, you can learn to chant Torah fairly easily. This innovative approach, specially recommended for adults, bypasses many of the musical and linguistic difficulties of the traditional approach. Date & times: Sundays, January 22-April 9, 10:45 a.m. to 12:00 noon (No class February 19 or March 19). Fees: $20 (members) or $25 (non-members) plus books. Instructor: Dr. Zev Bar-Lev.  Mini Course: The Wisdom of the Fathers: Pirkei Avot: "If I am not for myself who will be for me? If I am only for myself, then what am I? If not now, when? These well known words of Rabbi Hillel come from the section of the mishne known as Pirkei Avot, the Ethics of the Fathers. Pirkei Avot contains the timeless wisdom and ethical teachings of Jewish sages. we will study selections from Pirkei Avot, analyze the principles and values they teach, and learn how this ancient wisdom can help us negotiate through treacherous times and solve contemporary issues. Dates & times: Sundays, January 22-April 9, 9:30 to 10:40 a.m..  Fees $20 (members) or $25 (non-members) plus books.  Instructor: Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal.  Reading Hebrew: This Hebrew reading instruction course will focus on expressions and words found in the prayer book and the Bible.  (This course is a mandatory component of the Basic Judaism course listed (below). There is no additional fee for Basic Judaism students.) Dates & times: Sunday, January 8-April 9, 9:30 to 10:40 a.m. (No class January 15 or February 19).  Fees: $20 (members) or $25 (non-members), plus books: Instructor: Dr. Zev-Bar-Lev.  Year Long Courses Basic Judaism: This course explains Jewish concepts, values and rituals. It provides a good review of subjects learned in Torah School on an adult level, and is a required course for conversion to Judaism. A mandatory Hebrew Literacy component of this course is scheduled for January---see "Reading Hebrew" (above). Dates & times, Sundays, September 18-April 9, 10:45 a.m. to 12:00 noon (No class October 9, November 13 &27, December 25, January 1 & 15, or February 19) Fees $40 (members) or $124 (non-members), plus books. Instructor: Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal. Adult B'nai Mitzvah Even though not everyone becomes a Bar or Bat Mitzvah when they reach the age of 13, many Jews feel something missing from their lives if they do not participate in this coming of age ceremony. Fortunately, it is never too late to celebrate becoming a Bar or Bat Mitzvah! Students will learn to chant from the Torah and Haftarah, and to led the service. The year will culminate at a moving and inspirational Adult B'nai Mitzvah service on June 24, 2006. (Please note: Adult B'nai Mitzvah students must be simultaneously enrolled in, or have previously completed, Rabbi Rosenthal's Basic Judaism class.  The class is open to TIS members only.)  Dates & Times: To be determined at the mutual convenience of the students and instructor.  Fees: $118. Instructor: Becky Bar-Lev.

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

September 30, 2005—"Holiday Services," San Diego Jewish Times, page 21: Cantor Michael Davis will officiate with Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal at High Holy Days.  Cantor Davis has served as a cantor of synagogues throughout the United States for over 20 years.  He has also appeared in numerous concerts and recitals featuring Jewish and popular music.  An operatic tenor, he has also appeared with the New York City Opera National Company....

October 2005—1) "Chevrat Bonim," The Shofar (monthly newsletter of Tifereth Israel Synagogue, San Diego), page 7: The Chevrat Bonim (TIS' Legacy Society) inaugural party on September 11th at the (Leslie and Jacob) Bercovitz home was a lovely event honoring those who have pledged to leave a bequest to Tifereth Israel or have set up endowments for the synagogue. Sylvia Hartman, a member of TICO (Tifereth Israel Community Orchestra), played beautiful harp and piano pieces while guests visited and enjoyed the view of El Cajon from the Bercovitz' patio.  We honor those who are leaving a legacy to TIS either by pledging a bequest or by giving an endowment. (Endowment donors are bold).  Irvin (z"l) and Ruth Belenzon, Jacob and Leslie Bercovitz, Scott and Karen Blumen, Dr. Ira and Sharon Braverman, Theodore and Ella Cashuk, Hal and Helen (z"l) Cohen, Dr. Franklin and Jean Gaylis, Kenneth Ginsburg and Bonnie Sowa, Rabbi Aaron (z"l) and Jeanne Gold, Robert and Joan Greenstone, Michael and Maria Herman, Isadore and Betty Horne, Dr. Seth Krosner, Sam and Gabrielle Labson, Ira and Susan Lerner, Larry and Marla Lobenstein, Robert Novick, Helen Orin, Abraham (z"l) and Anne Ratner, Rabbi Leonard and Judith Rosenthal, Irving and Gloria Schiffman, Joseph (z"l) and Ellen Strum, Jeffrey and Barbara Wasserstrom, Dr. Marvin and Judith Zaguli.

2) "Sisterhood Tributes" The Shofar, page 16: Condolences —Rabbi and Judy Rosenthal, in memory of cousin, Judy Willows  (from Judy and Jack Morgenstern).

October 13, 2005—Tifereth Israel Synagogue, Yom Kippur 5766 Donor Booklet, "Chevrat Bonim: Those who are leaving a legacy to Tifereth Israel Synagogue, either by pledging a bequest or by giving an endowment," page 3:: ... Judith & Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal..... "Nitchadesh (Capital) Campaign," page 3: ...Judy & Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal..."Additional Pledges (in Alphabetical Order)," page 10: Judy & Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal, in honor of our children, Adina, Adam & Sarah, & Margalit...

October 14, 2005—Audrey Jacobs, "Community & Fund Raising News," Kolenu (weekly newsletter of Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School), page 8:  "Before we officially launch this year's Annual Giving Campaign, I want to first thank and acknowledge our generous donors from last year's 2004/2005 Annual Campaign. Last year we raised $630,000. Below is a list of our donors from last year's campaign which helped 1) fund all of our scholarships; 2) upgrade or facilities; 3) maintain our small class sizes; and 4) provide funds for professional development for our excellent faculty.... Chaverim—Friends.... Leonardo (sic, Leonard) & Judy Rosenthal...

October 21, 2005—Tifereth Israel Synagogue, Shabbat Shalom (weekly announcements), page 1:  Rabbi, Leonard Rosenthal; President, Leslie Bercovitz. Executive Director, Regina Wurst. Youth Director, Beth Klareich. Torah School Director, Shelley Abramson. Preschool Director, Yael Edelstein. Sisterhood President, Harriet Salter. Men's Club President, Joel Kriger. Friendship Club President, Sol Goldstein. Friday services are at 6:15 p.m. First Friday of the month is Family Service. Saturday services are at 9:15 a.m. Minyan meets at 7:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. on Sundays and civil holidays (when the office is closed); breakfast is served afterwards.

November 2005—David Berlin, "Louis Rose Society Holds Picnic," San Diego Jewish Journal, page 14:  The Jewish settler and entrepreneur Louis Rose played a major role in San Diego's rapid growth for more than a century. On Sunday, September 25th, the Louis Rose Society held a picnic to announce the creation of a statue honoring the man who connected our city to its coastline. Among the more than 100 in attendance were Louis Rose Society president, Donald Harrison, U.S. Rep. Bob Filner of San Diego, Ted Medina of the Parks and Recreation Department, David Watkins of the San Diego Historical Society, Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal of the San Diego Rabbinical Association chapter, and Michael Rassler, Executive Vice President of the United Jewish Federation of San Diego. The picnic was held at the future sight of the statue in the former Naval Training Center which is being converted into a public park.  The area was originally laid out and developed by Rose in 1869 when he saw that San Diego, then located mostly inland had little access to the water.  To raise the money for the statue's construction, the Louis Rose Society is asking for donations of only $36 from at least 3,000 families. For more information on how to get involved, visit the Louis Rose Foundation website at www.jewishsightseeing.com/louis_rose_historical/louis_rose_historical.htm

November 2005—"Heard from the Board," The Shofar (newsletter of Tifereth Israel Synagogue, San Diego), pages 5, 6:  Excerpts from the minutes of the September 28th meeting of the TIS Board of Directors—The meeting opened up with a focused excercise, led by Board member Jean Gaylis, to examine those features of TIS that make it attractive to both current and new members.  This exercise—called SWOT—Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats, will continue through additional Board meetings and will form a basis of Board action for medium and long range planning to improve the processes and activities at TIS.  Rabbi Rosenthal suggested that a separate committee be established to follow up on ideas resulting from these discussions...Rabbi Rosenthal announced that Jeanne Gold, widow of our former Rabbi Aaron Gold, was in the process of establishing an endowment fund to provide for funding of future Adult Education programs. Part of the money from this fund may also be used to defray normal congregation operating expenses.|

November 4, 2005—Tifereth Israel Synagogue, "Silberman Preschool Grandparents Shabbat, Friday, November 4, 2005, 9:30-10:30 a.m.," pamphlet, pages 2-4:  A. Preschoolers sing songs: 1) "Shabbat is Here"; 2) I've Got a Shabbat Feeling."; 3) It's Shabbat; B. Shabbat singing with the Rabbi.  C. Brachot for candlelighting, kiddush, and challah.  D. "Ooga Ooga" sing with "Special Guest."  E. Bruch.  F. Preschoolers presenting gifts to "SpecialGuests" and say good-byes. Preschool Staff:  Rabbi Rosenthal, Larisa Borukhov, Michele Brosnahan, Yael Edelstein, Heather Habina, Neta Kaminski, Sara Kaminski, Beth Klareich, Estee Mendelovitz, Polina Polyakov.

December 2005—1) "High Holy Day Pledges," The Shofar (monthly newsletter of Tifereth Israel Synagogue, San Diego, California), page 16.. Judy & Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal—In honor of our children, Adina, Adam & Sarah, & Margalit....

2)
"Donations," The Shofar (monthly newsletter of Tifereth Israel Synagogue), page 17:  We acknowledge with sincere appreciation the following contributions:  ...Rabbi's Discretionary Fund:  ...Susan and Charles Hayman—In honor of Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal....

December 2005—Create a Jewish Legacy," Defining Our Future, Annual Report 2005, (San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, pages 28-30: Today, you work hard to provide for your family, to support the community, and to make a difference. You teach your children to be caring and generous and to connect with causes and organizations about which they feel passionate. You lead by example and ensure that the generations who follow will be taken care of, and will continue to build upon what you leave behind. Your strength in work and character live forever when you choose to Create a Jewish Legacy.  Since April 2004, more than 220 families have stepped forward through the Create a Jewish Legacy Program to promise an estimated $45 million to 35 different Jewish causes. Their promises today ensure that their individual commitment tot he community will live on in perpetuity for the benefit and improvement of Jewish life in San Diego, Israel and around the world. Options for Legacy gifts include: Simple bequest in will or trust; Outright gift, using appreciated assets or cash; Life insurance policy; IRA or pension plan; Pooled income fund; Charitable remainder trust; Charitable gift annuity... Legacy givers....Leonard & Judy Rosenthal...

2005-12-12 Louis Rose Society Newsletter #13-American Jewish Committee salutes its presidents on LRS website

December 13, 2005—"In Loving Memory of Esther Ruth Brenes," pamphlet distributed at Greenwood Cemetery, December 13—Native of Minneapolis, Minnestota; Date of Birth August 27, 1910; Date of Death, December 9, 2005; Funeral Service, Tuesday December 13, 2004, 3:00 p.m., Greenwood Garden Chapel. Officiant, Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal.  Entombment: Sholom Mausoleum, Greenwood Memorial Park, San Diego, California

December 23, 2005—"As our community celebrates Chanukah the Festival of Lights," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 28: We honor all those who have promised to leave a legacy to our Jewish community through the "Create a Jewish Legacy program since April 2004....Leonard & Judy Rosenthal...

-2006-
January 2006—
1) "Send our Tifereth Israel Synagogue family member to the World Zionist Congress," The Shofar (Monthly newsletter of Tifereth Israel Synagogue, San Diego, California), page 5: Congratulations to Adam Rosenthal, son of Rabbi Leonard and Judy Rosenthal, who is a candidate on the slate representing MERCAZ USA, the Zionist organization of the Conservative Movement, to the 35th World Zionist Congress. our votes can elect him as a delegate. Voting has begun so if you haven't yet registered do so today. Visit the MERCAZ website http://www.mercazusa.org and click "register" to register online or click "learn" to download and print out the PDF voter application which must be mailed by January 15th.

2) "Donations," The Shofar (monthly newsletter of Tifereth Israel Synagogue," page 13: We acknowledge with sincere appreciation the following contributions: ...Rabbi's Discretionary Fund... Elana & Ary Abramovic—in memory of beloved mother, Chaja Abramovic; Leslie & Jacob Bercovitz—In honor or Yariv becoming a Bar Mitzvah; Marcia Berger—In memory of Rhoda Morrow; Anne Fingerhut—In honor of Taube Krause, with get well wishes; Margaret & Lewis Fischbein—In loving memory of Sophie Low-Zimmer; Terry & Bob Forman—in honor of Rosalie Star's 80th birthday;p Terry & Bob Forman—in honor of Gussie Zak's 80th birthday; Pauline Frankel—In memory of beloved son, Michael Frankel; Judy & William Friedel—In honor of new grandchild, Jacqueline Jordan Hoover; Lillian Frye—In memory of Cy Frye, beloved husband & father; Joan & Bob Greenstone; Roxanne & Norman Katz—In memory of Rhoda Morrow; Rochelle , Bram, Jeff & Jenny Rubinstein & Family —In memory of William Rubinstein; Rose Schiff—In honor of opening the ark, and in appreciation of the Mi Shebeirach; Brooke Stern—In honor of Barbara & Sol Minsberg; Dorothy Weinstock—In memory of beloved sisters, Rose Kline, Ida Arowiitz & Reba Strauss.

January 13, 2006—Tifereth Israel Synagogue, Shabbat Shalom, (weekly announcements), page 3:  Send our Tifereth Israel Synagogue family member to the World Zionist Congress! Congratulations to Adam Rosenthal, son of Rabbi Leonard and Judy Rosenthal, who is a candidate on the slate representing MERCAZ USA, the Zionist organization of the Conservative Movement, to th 35th World Zionist Congress. Your votes can elect him as a delegate.  Visit the Mercaz website, www.mercazusa.org and click "register" to register online, click "learn" to download and print out the pdf voter application, or pick up a registration form in the lobby.  Mail in your registration by January 15, or register online by February 15.

2006-01-14—Donald H. Harrison, "Levens saga recalled during nostalgic Shabbat program at Tifereth Israel Synagogue," Jewishsightseeing.com

January 17, 2006—United Jewish Federation, Men's Event 2006 Program Presenting Prime Minister Ehud Barak, brochure insert: we want to thank our very generous donors who supported the 2005 Annual Campaign  (*deceased): Pacesetters, $1,000-$4,999.... Leonard Rosenthal...

January 20 2006—Tifereth Israel Synagogue, Shabbat Shalom, (weekly announcements), page 3: Advance notice! By popular demand, Rabbi Rosenthal will review "Stars of David" by Abigail Progrebin at a joint meeting of Sisterhood and Men's Club at 7:00 p.m. on March 9.  The book is a fascinating glimpse into the lives of famous Jewish names and faces in Hollywood and the media. A limited number of books are available in the synagogue office for $10.

February 2006—1) "A Home for the 21st Century," The Shofar (monthly bulletin of Tifereth Israel Synagogue) page 1: Following Shabbat services on Friday, February 24th Past President Ralph Barnes will give the third and final Centennial Lecture. This will cover the period of Tifereth Israel's tenure at Cowles Mountain Boulevard and will include the ministerial lives of Rabbis Aaron Gold and Leonard Rosenthal at Tifereth. The congregation is invited to an extended oneg after the lecture, graciously donated by Sisterhood.

2) "Stars of David," The Shofar, monthly newsletter of Tifereth Israel Synagogue, page 12:  Thursday, March 9th, 7:00 p.m. -- By popular demand, Rabbi Rosenthal will review Stars of David, Prominent Jews Talk about Being Jewish by Abigail Pogrebin during a joint meeting of Sisterhood and Men's Club at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 9th. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the lives of famous Jewish names and faces in Hollywood and the media. The synopsis of the book on the jacket says, "Sixty-two of the most accomplished Jews in America speak intimately—most for the first time—about how they feel about being Jewish.  In unusually candid interviews conducted by former 60 Minutes producer Abigail Pogrebin, celebrities ranging from Sarah Jessica Parker to Supreme court Justic Ruth Bader Ginsburg, from Larry King to Mike Nichols, reveal how resonant, crucial or incidental being Jewish is in their lives...Books may be ordered through the synagogue office for $10.00 each.

2006-02-05Donald H. Harrison, "Putting on Tefillin: Tifereth Israel forms its own 'wrap' group," jewishsightseeing.com

2006-02-15—Donald H. Harrison, "Barbara Goldberg, San Diego Jewish community volunteer, laid to rest," jewishsightseeing.com

2006-03-17—Donald H. Harrison, "Lively 35th World Zionist Congress predicted by U.S. Mercaz delegate," jewishsightseeing.com

2006-04-25
Donald H. Harrison, "Somber ceremony under chuppah symbolizes bride's destruction in Shoah," jewishsightseeing.com

2006-05-19—Eileen Wingard, "All-Russian Concert a Success," San Diego Jewish Times

2006-06-09Donald H. Harrison, "It's only pre-school, but graduation is a big deal!" jewishsightseeing.com

2006-09-09—Donald H. Harrison, "Our San Diego Alef Bet: News of Jews of San Diego County," jewishsightseeing.com