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HAZAK - LEIDA URETSKY AUXILIARY

About HAZAK

The Leida Uretsky Chapter of Hazak is an auxiliary of Congregation Anshai Torah, whose members are adults 55 and older. Hazak is an organization founded by United Synagogue for Conservative Judaism in recognition that the most rapidly growing demographic group in the Jewish community are the 55 and older “Baby Boomers”. Hazak provides opportunities to connect with each other, enrich our personal and congregational lives, strengthen our congregation, be a voice for seniors in our synagogue and, most importantly, to have fun. We are 250+ members strong, and growing!

The name HAZAK (strength) is an acronym: the het stands for Hokhmah (wisdom), the zayan for Ziknah (maturity) and the kuph for Kadima (looking ahead). Hazak affirms the traditional Jewish view that mature adults should have the opportunity to continue to learn and be active in their congregations, their communities and amongst themselves.

Hazak promotes Judaism through projects and meaningful experiences both in the synagogue environment and on a community level. Hazak compliments congregational adult education programs with specially designed social, spiritual, physical, and educational components. These opportunities help develop a sense of community through a variety of creative programs, most of which are open to the entire community.

Address questions to and receive additional information from Hazak President, Harvey Swento, at HazakCAT@gmail.com.

JOIN US!

If making a real contribution to OUR Anshai Torah and the larger Jewish community is important to you, JOIN US!

If YOU enjoy educational, interactive presentations and spending time with friends and family, JOIN US!

If YOU are a forward-thinker with the wisdom and maturity of both the present and past, JOIN US!

Yes, we are dedicated to maintaining our physical and mental health.

Yes, we cherish our children and generations before and after.

Yes, we support the Shul and those in need.

Yes, we are all 55+ (or a spouse thereof).

Yes, we love to sing and dance.

Yes, we need YOU to

JOIN US!

You can join Hazak by any of the following manners:

1. When you establish your membership in Anshai Torah you will have the opportunity to

JOIN US!

2. Online by clicking on this link Hazak Membership Form and sign-up to

JOIN US!

3. Contact David Intebi (HazakCAT@gmail.com) and say you want to

JOIN US!

For only $20.00 per person per year, we invite YOU to JOIN US! as we share new

experiences and enjoy our passion for life together - whatever the event or activity.

AM YISRAEL CHAI - WE STAND WITH ISRAEL!!

On behalf of it's members, HAZAK has made a $1,000 donation to

MAGEN DAVID ADOM

to assist with the relief efforts resulting from the horrific events on October 7, 2023.

יחד ננצח, יחד נשאר
Yachad ninatze'ach, yachad nisha'er
Together we will win, together we will remain.

2024 - 2025 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS

Officers

Co-Presidents: Harvey Swento & Philip Balis
Past President: David Intebi
Vice President: Andy Rabhan
Treasurer: Josh Socolof
Secretary: Karen Schultz

Board Members

Hospitality:

Intebi, Marcie
Swento, Cherry
Yaris, Diane

Membership:

Intebi, David

Publicity:

Balis, Sandy

Sunshine:

Fleshman, Jackie

Programming:

Babitch, Hal
Billman, Sheryl
Fink, Amy
Kasner, Cheryl
Shindler, Eliot
Silver, Andrew
Ziarko, Pam
Zucker, Gilda

Committees and their Members

Historian: Sandy Balis, Sheila Brown
Project Isiah: Sheila Brown

WE NEED YOU AT MINYAN!

Many families are saying Kaddish due to a recent loss or annual remembrance. As YOU need the support of 9 others when it’s YOUR time to say Kaddish, it is OUR privilege and obligation to support others with regular Minyan attendance. Send an email to HazakCAT@gmail.com with the date and whether you will attend the morning and/or evening service. We will be there for YOU! Until further notice minyanim are in person or via Zoom.

Join us for HAPPY HOUR every Wednesday at 5:45PM. We meet each Wednesday 30 minutes before the start of minyan. So bring your favorite food and/or drink, relax and SCHMOOZE! Then stay to join the minyan.

Give it a try, meet your friends on Zoom & chat!

Everyone Can Join Zoom Happy Hour via Zoom:

CLICK TO CONNECT TO ZOOM SESSION

SUNSHINE

Do you know a member who is recovering from an illness? Please contact Jackie Fleschman to have a get-well card sent from Hazak. Also, please inform Risa Diamond if you know of someone who is in the hospital or recuperating and would like some company or a visit.

We would likewise love to acknowledge simchas. Please contact Jackie Fleschman.

UPCOMING HAZAK ACTIVITIES

HAZAK HAS THE FOLLOWING EVENTS SCHEDULED: