- new map!

SHABBOT NITZAVIM-VAYEILECH

24 Elul - 2 Tishri 5771 / September 3 - 10, 2010

KIDDUSH:

The August 28 Kiddush is sponsored by Congregation Beth Tefilah.

Shul Programs

Parsha Class:

Rabbi Lazer teaches a Parsha Class at Congregation Beth Tefilah every Wednesday at 7:30pm.

Talmud Class - exception- Cancelled for September 12 and September 26:

Rabbi Lazer teaches Talmud every Sunday morning after services at approximately 9:45 a.m. Current study is Baba Metzia, Chapter 6 “ Hasocher Es Haumnin.”

Weekly Pirkei Avot Class for Women:

The weekly Pirkei Avot class for women will be held on Shabbat afternoon at 6:00 pm at the Rabbi and Rebbetzins home, 543 Huron St. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Basie.

Selichos Prayers:

Are recited in the early morning during the weeks leading up to Rosh Hashanah. Selichos begins at 1:00 AM on Saturday night, September 4, (which is in fact early Sunday morning) . Selichos is recited before morning services Monday through Wednesday.

High Holiday Class – Monday Evening, September 13, 7:30pm:

As he does every year Rabbi Gurkow is offering a lecture on a High Holiday Theme. The subject this year will be, “Change We Can Believe In.” The High Holidays are designed to impact the entire year; this means that the way we live every day can be impacted by our conduct during the High Holidays. Our sages throughout the ages have formulated rituals, liturgy and customs designed to help us effect this kind of change.

In this lecture Rabbi Gurkow will explore the rituals and liturgy of this holiday and illustrate that they are not only designed to impact the High Holidays but also to help us believe that we can change. These customs are not only ritualistic; they are empowering.

No admission fee for this class. Please mark the date on your calendar and invite your family and friends.

Lulav and Etrog – September 15:

As he does every year Rabbi Gurkow will journey to Toronto to purchase Lulav and Etrog for your family. If you would like to order a set for your family please contact the rabbi before Wednesday, September 15. The price for the set varies every year, depending on quantity and quality. Although the exact price cannot be guaranteed in advance it might be helpful to know that the price is usually in the range of $50 per set.

Simchat Bet Hashoeva – Sukkot Carnival – September 26:

A Family Sukkot Carnival & Lunch. Arts & Crafts, Jumping Castle, Interactive Game Show and a lunch in the Sukkah. Adults are invited to enjoy the atmosphere, camaraderie and social interaction in the Sukkah, while the children are at play. Takes place at Beth Tefilah on Sunday, September 26, 12:00 – 2:00 PM. Admission for this program is $6.00 per child and $18.00 per family. Members pay $5.00 per child and $15.00 per family.

Simchat Torah – September 30:

We will begin with Arvit services at 7:30 PM, followed by a delicious buffet deli Kiddush and then the dancing will begin. The first Hakafah will take place at about 8:30 PM and will be dedicated to the children.

JLI Semester:

The Fall Semester Course, Jewish Medical Ethics, is offered at Beth Tefilah on six consecutive Tuesdays commencing October 26, 2010 - November 30, 2010. Please register for the course by going to www.bethtefilah.org and click on the link for the Jewish Learning Institute. The fee for this semester is $89.00.

Our Lives

Birthdays:

• Ilana Guslits, 24 Elul
• Samara Miriam Mazer, 29 Elul
• Uriel Gorodzinsky, 3 Tishrei

Yahrzeits:

• Ruth Antony for her aunt, Rebecca Wolf, 26 Elul (Sat./Sun.)
• Stephen Antony for his great aunt Rebecca Wolf, 26 Elul (Sat./Sun.)

Lost Item:

Jesse Richmond's tallis has been misplaced. It is brightly colouful and mainly white within a bag. If you have seen it please advise the office.

Shul News

Minyan:

To make a commitment or confirm a Minyan, please contact Rabbi Lazer.

Yahrzeit Minyan Email List

We have a new email list for anyone who is organizing a yahrzeit minyan.
You can sign up here. Please note that only subscribers will be able to send email to this list.

Kiddushim:

Why not consider sponsoring a Kiddush? Do it yourself or with others. Birthdays, anniversaries, Yahrtzeits and other occasions are great reasons. Helping with set up is greatly appreciated and needed.

If you would like to volunteer on a periodic basis to help out with kiddush preparation or you would like to sponsor a Kiddush call Congregation Beth Tefilah at 519-433-7081.

Monthly Bulletin:

The deadline for announcements to go into the October Bulletin is 10:00 am on Monday September 27, 2010. If you miss the deadline but would like an announcement to be made verbally on Shabbat, please ensure that the text of your announcement is received by the executive by Friday. If using email, requests should be sent to: announcements@bethtefilah.org

Tree of Life:

The Tree of Life is an excellent way to commemorate life events, to honour a friend or loved one, or to mark any other significant occasion. Leaves cost $180 and stones are $1,500.

Library:

Members are invited to browse through our library. The library is available whenever the shul is open, for in-house reading. Book loans are not available at this time.

Peanut Allergies and other sensitivities:

Please be advised that the food served in the synagogue cannot be guaranteed to be peanut free. It is our policy though, not to allow any peanut products in this building.

Congregation Beth Tefilah tries to provide an environment in which all can attend in comfort, therefore we request that our attendees refrain from using strong perfumes and scents.

Other:

The key for the Or Shalom Cemetery is available at the Gas Station, across from the Or Shalom Cemetery at the corner of Proudfoot and Oxford Street.

Office Hours:

For the week of September 6 - 10, 2010

	Tuesday 	9:00am - 4:00pm
	Wednesday 	9:00am - 4:00pm

web hosting by Share-a-Brain.com; mail hosting by idologic.com

Community News

Women’s Rosh Chodesh Program:

The next meeting will be held in October 2010 and details to follow.

THE JEWISH NATIONAL FUND - YISKOR CAMPAIGN:

This Fall, JNF communities around the world are working to raise funds to help restore and rehabilitate the fire damaged forests in Israel. As a result, funds raised from this Yiskor campaign will go toward creating a better and healthier environment for Israel and indeed, our entire planet. Please consider a generous contribution as a way of remembering a loved one. Call the JNF office in London at 519-432-2139 to make your donation. Look inside the September issue of our local Jewish newspaper to find a flyer that you can mail or fax in. To learn more, visit JNF LONDON on Facebook.

Jewish London:

Do you want to know what is going on in the London Jewish community? You can by subscribing to the community's weekly e-mail ( click here ) or by visiting JewishLondon.ca. You can also call (519)673-3310 to be added to the mailing list for the London Jewish Community News - the community newspaper that speaks to Jewish London.

This Month's Sponsor

Your Name Here

You can sponsor our monthly bulletin, in honour of a birthday, anniversary, yahrzeit, or any other occasion. Contact the office for further details.