There seems to be alot of discussion as to who's offended this week, how the mods have handled it, and whether we need less moderation or more.
In that vein, I thought it important to be sure we offend all people groups equally, until a consistent policy can be constructed.
So, we'll start by offending the Jews, as follows:
Subject: Funny Jewish Announcements
> >
> >
> > These announcements were found in shul newsletters and
> > bulletins.
> > Even the spellchecker wouldn't have helped.
> >
> > 1. Don't let worry kill you. Let your synagogue help. Join us
> > for our Oneg
> > after services. Prayer and medication to follow. Remember in
> > prayer the
> > many who are sick of our congregation.
> >
> > 2. For those of you who have children and don't know it, we have
> > a
> > nursery downstairs.
> >
> > 3. We are pleased to announce the birth of David Weiss, the sin
> > of Rabbi
> > and Mrs Abe Weiss.
> >
> > 4. Thursday at 5:00pm, there will be a meeting of the Little
> > Mothers Club.
> > All women wishing to become Little Mothers please see the rabbi
> > in his
> > private study.
> >
> > 5. The ladies of Hadassah have cast off clothing of every kind
> > and they
> > may be seen in the basement on Tuesdays.
> >
> > 6. A bean supper will be held Wed. evening in the community
> > centre.
> > Music will follow.
> >
> > 7. Weight Watchers will meet at 7 PM at the JCC. Please use the
> > large
> > double door at the side entrance.
> >
> > 8. Rabbi is on vacation. Massages can be given to his secretary.
> >
> > 9. Goldblum will be entering the hospital this week for testes.
> >
> > 10. The Men's Club is warmly invited to the Oneg hosted by
> > Hadassah.
> > Refreshments will be served for a nominal feel.
> >
> > 11. Please join us as we show our support for Amy and Rob, who
> > are
> > preparing for the girth of their first child.
> >
> > 12. We are taking up a collection to defray the cost of the new
> > carpet in
> > the sanctuary. All those wishing to do something on the carpet
> > will come
> > forward and get a piece of paper.
> >
> > 13. If you enjoy sinning, the choir is looking for you!
> >
> > 14. The Associate Rabbi unveiled the synagogue's new
> > fund-raising
> > campaign slogan this week. "I Upped My Pledge. Up Yours."