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בס"ד
The Village Shul Weekly Bulletin
May 24-30, 2025
26 Iyar - 3 Sivan 5785
Mevarchim Chodesh Sivan
Parashat Behar-Bechukotai
פָּרָשַׁת בְּהַר־בְּחֻקֹּתַי
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IN THIS EMAIL
Click HERE to view pictures from our recent amazing events!
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Sefirat HaOmer - Click HERE
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May 28th - Torah & Tea - Click HERE
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May 26th: Read Hebrew with Rabbi Sytner - Click HERE
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June 1st- 2nd: All-Night Shavuot Learning
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June 2nd: Shavout Ice Cream Party
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June 3rd: The Village Shul Yizkor Service
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June 10th: The Village Shul 27th Annual Golf Tournament - Click HERE
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We need enthusiastic volunteers to help with the Gulf Tournament - Please click HERE
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June 17th: Men's Scotch, Steak & Study - Click HERE
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November 3rd-9th: Men's Israel mission with Rabbi Tzvi Sytner - Click HERE
FOR SALE
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Special Commemorative Edition Wine from the Ella Valley, Israel, Honouring the Historic Relocation of the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem - Click HERE
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Rav Noach Weinberg: Torah Revolutionary by Yonoson Rosenblum - Click HERE
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WE ARE LOOKING FOR SPONSORS FOR SHAVUOT
THANK YOU!
If you are interested, please contact the office:
office@villageshul.com
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THE VILLAGE SHUL MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The Village Shul & Aish HaTorah Learning Centre is to create a community where each individual can experience Jewish living to enhance personal growth, and where membership is outwardly focused in effecting positive change in the world, according to the vision of Rabbi Noach Weinberg zt"l, our founder.
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GET TO KNOW THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Les Aaron (Chairman), Rob Berger (President), Allan Corber, Anton Benjamin, Aubrey Freedman, Elana Carr, Matthew Friedberg, Nancy Weisbrod, Reb Zale Newman, Daniel Israelsohn, David Friedmann, Jacques Sayegh.
Join a committee, get involved.
Contact the office at 416-785-1107.
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FRIDAY, MAY 23RD
7:00 AM Shacharit
6:50 PM Mincha
7:10 PM Earliest candle-lighting
8:26 PM Latest candle-lighting
SHABBAT, MAY 24TH
8:30 AM Shacharit (Main Sanctuary)
10:10 AM (Bronfman Fireplace Room)
Reb Zale Newman
'Stairway to heaven'
10:35 AM (Main Sanctuary)
Rabbi's message with Rabbi Tzvi Sytner
11:10 AM (Main Sanctuary)
Issues @ 11 with Rabbi Asher Vale
'G-d Gave This Land to Me?'
Advanced Ethics (Weinbaum Beis Midrash)
Rabbi Shlomo Katz
"Does the Torah require to keep a Minhag/Tradition?"
A Taste of Talmud (New Tots Room)
Baruch Fleischer
11:55 AM Community Kiddush (Friedmann Berg Social Hall)
7:50 PM Pirkei Avot (Ethics) with Rabbi Shlomo Katz
8:20 PM Mincha followed by Seudah Shlishit
9:26 PM Ma’ariv
9:37 PM Havdallah, Shabbos Ends
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WEEKDAY SERVICES AT TVS
SHACHARIT
Sunday - 8:00 AM
Monday - Tuesday 7:00 AM
Wednesday (Rosh Chodesh) 6:45 AM
Thursday - Friday 7:00 AM
MINCHA
Sunday - Thursday 7:00 PM
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RABBI SYTNER'S DRASHA
THIS SHABBOS
is sponsored by
Billy Berger and Brucyne Sud
in honour of the Yahrzeit of
Billy’s father
David Berger A”H
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THE KIDDUSH
THIS SHABBOS
is co-sponsored by
Ted Starkman and Jenifer Lev
in honour of the Aufruf of their son Maxwell,
for his upcoming wedding to
Noa Pollak
&
Adam and Marina Somogyi
in honour of the birth of their baby girl
&
Michelle Zelunka
Andrew and Cheryl Stein
Craig Rimer and Elyse Zelunka
Mark and Rachel Zelunka
Howard Blitstein and Jennifer Zelunka
and their families
in honour of the Yahrzeit of
Michelle's husband and Cheryl, Elyse, Markand Jennifer's father
Alan Zelunka, Avraham Eliezerben Aryeh Leib v'Rivka A"H.
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THE HERRING TABLE
THIS SHABBOS
is sponsored by
Adam and Marina Somogyi
in honour of the birth of their baby girl
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THE L'CHAIM TABLE
&
THE DESSERT TABLE
THIS SHABBOS
are sponsored by
Ted Starkman and Jenifer Lev
in honour of the Aufruf of their son Maxwell,
for his upcoming wedding to
Noa Pollak
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SEUDAH SHLISHIT
LAST SHABBOS
was co-sponsored by
David Kilimnick
in honour of the Yahrzeit of his mother
Rebbetzin Necha Bat Chayim Zeydel A"H
&
Alan Feder
in honour of the Yahrzeit of his mother
Frummit bat Chana A"H
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SEUDAH SHLISHIT
THIS SHABBOS
is sponsored by
Esther Helfenbaum
and
Jason Helfenbaum,
marking the end of the Shloshim of
Esther’s husband and Jason’s father
Samuel Louis Helfenbaum,
Israel Arie ben Baruch ve Chaya A”H
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mazel Tov to Alex Ball and Suzan Kerner on the Bar Mitvah of their son Levi.
Mazel Tov to Ted Starkman and Jenifer Lev and Jack and Hyla Pollak on the Aufruf of Maxwell Starkman, for his upcoming wedding to Noa Pollak.
Mazel Tov to Adam and Marina Somogyi on the birth of their baby girl.
The Village Shul extends its heartfelt condolences on the passing of our dear friend and long-time supporter Rudy, Rachmiel Ben Julius Solomonovici A”H.
The Village Shul extends its sincere condolences to Yehudit Shier Weisberg and family on the recent passing of Yehudit's beloved husband Ari Weisberg A”H.
The Torah & Tea May Series is sponsored by Joseph and Sue Sonshine in honour of the Yahrzeit of Sue’s beloved mother Gloria Freireich, Zahava bat Yaakov Meir A”H.
TORAH 2.0 Tuesday Night Learning at The Village Shul was co-sponsored by anonymously, Mayer Plonka and Shalom Breitman.
Stan Samole’s Class and Breakfast are sponsored by Jay and Chana Niederhoffer in honour of the memory of the Village Shul's dear friend and long-time supporter Rudy, Rachmiel Ben Julius Solomonovici A”H.
Rabbi Katz's class on Thursday was sponsored by Jennifer Lawrence in honour of the Yahrzeit of Jennifer's brother David Owen Lawrence, David Owen bat Dinah Leah A"H.
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THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAY
Susan Hennick
Eden Macklin
Adam Ospalak
Aaron Elliott Sonshine
Alana Slomovic
Brendan Schwartz
Rylan Atlin
Gabriela Heymann
Joshua Blitstein
Ray Gertner
Maayan de Lara
Eli Horowitz
Brenda Simpson
Amanda Tesciuba
Noah Meir Izenberg
Robin Meredith Nadel
Devorah Rochel Walker
Alisha Kaplan
Rachel Himmel
Rachel S. Goldhar
Beverly Danielle Schwartz
Daniella Mergui
David Ifergan
Elliot Klug
Tami Edelstein
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THIS WEEK'S YAHRZEITS
Cindy Himelstein's grandmother Sara Himelstein, Sara A"H May 24th
Norman Evans' sister Sheva bas Dina Pinchos A"H May 25th
Jordana (Jori) Lichtman's mother Cheryle Gertner A"H May 26th
Elissa Atlin's mother Cheryle Gertner A"H May 26th
Cheryl Stein's father Alan Zelunka, Avraham Eliezer ben Aryeh Leib v'Rivka A"H May 26th Jennifer Zelunka's father Alan Zelunka, Avraham Eliezer ben Aryeh Leib v'Rivka A"H May 26th
Elyse Zelunka's father Alan Zelunka, Avraham Eliezer ben Aryeh Leib v'Rivka A"H May 26th
Tirzah Tward's father Dr.Howard Eleisha Tward, Chaim Elisha ben Binyamin Ze'ev A"H May 28th
Jennifer Lawrence's brother David Owen Lawrence, David Owen bat Dinah Leah A"H May
28th
Jay Niederhoffer's mother Dorothy Niederhoffer, Devorah bat Leib HaLevi A"H May 29th
Baruch Fleischer's aunt Livia, Leah Bat Simcha Bunim A"H May 30th
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GET INVOLVED AT THE VILLAGE SHUL
Are you interested in supporting The Village Shul and making a difference?
We’re opening up new and existing committees and building a roster of volunteers to help continue all the amazing things the VS has to offer.
There are so many opportunities to choose from, and more hands make light work—so the more, the merrier! The more volunteers we have, the less each person needs to do to help keep VS thriving.
Joining a committee is also a great way to get to know the inner workings of the shul and see if a future seat on the board might be something you’d be interested in.
Click the link below to let us know where you’d like to get involved!
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RESPECTING OUR SHARED SPACE
A FRIENDLY REMINDER TO ALL MEMBERS
Our Shul is a shared space, and keeping it clean and orderly is our shared responsibility.
We’re lucky to have an incredible team of dedicated staff who work hard every day to keep everything running smoothly. Let’s support them by doing our part—cleaning up after ourselves, putting things back where they belong, and treating our common areas with care and respect.
Parents: Please supervise your children and assist them in tidying up after themselves. Whether it's during kiddush or programs, your support goes a long way in helping maintain a respectful and welcoming environment for everyone.
Together, we can ensure The Village Shul remains a welcoming and well-maintained space for everyone.
Thank you for your mindfulness and cooperation!
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IT'S ALMOST HERE - THE 27TH ANNUAL VS GOLF TOURNAMENT!
We are thrilled to announce that this year marks the 27th anniversary of the Village Shul Golf Tournament! This milestone is a gift we cannot take for granted, as the tournament has played a crucial role in keeping the Torah lights on and illuminating our community.
This year, we would like to honour our incomparable Rabbis and Rebbetzins. Their stellar leadership, selflessness, passion, and compassion have touched every member of our community, guiding us through thick and thin.
In recognition of their unwavering dedication, we invite you to participate in this special tribute by donating $360 or more towards a hole sponsorship. Your generous contribution will not only pay tribute to our beloved spiritual leaders but also support the continued growth and vibrancy of our community.
Looking for Additional Ways to Support the Golf Tournament?
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Sign Up to Golf - Click HERE
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Make a Donation - Click HERE
Donate an item to be Auctioned Off (gift baskets, sports memorabilia, event tickets, and unique experiences are always popular) Click HERE to contact Cindy.
Volunteer on the Day of the Tournament (We need enthusiastic volunteers to help ensure the tournament runs smoothly. Whether it’s assisting with registration, helping on the course, or managing the auction, your time and energy will make a huge difference) Please click HERE
To get involved or if you have any questions, please reach out to Cindy Benedek at cbenedek@villageshul.com or call the VS main office at 416.785.1107
Your support means the world to us and helps us continue our important work. Together, we can make this event truly special.
Your participation and generosity can make all the difference!
Thank you in advance for your generosity and support.
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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR OUR TOTS TOGETHER PRESCHOOL
We’re excited to announce that registration for Tots Together 2025-26, Toddlers and Nursery, is now open to all families! Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to register soon using the link below.
Click HERE to register
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WEEKLY CLASSES
Fridays
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6:30 AM: Rabbi Tzvi Sytner: Elevate Our Speech
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8:00 AM: Stan Samole: The Third Reading in 15 Minutes
Sundays
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9:15 AM: Rabbi Yosef Posen: Lessons in the Weekly Parsha, a class for men and women (In-Person & Zoom)
Mondays - Thursdays
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6:30 AM: Pesachim Learning Group: (Men)
Mondays
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8:00 AM: Rabbi Shlomo Katz: Halacha: From Then to Now (In-Person)
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9:00 AM: Rabbi Yosef Posen: Mishna on Mondays, a class for men (Zoom)
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8:00 PM: Torah 2.0
Wednesdays
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8:00 AM: Rabbi Shlomo Katz: Halacha: From Then to Now (In-Person)
- 7:30 PM: Tea & Torah
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9:00 PM: Rabbi Elazar Robinson: Talmud – Gateway to Inspired Living, a class for men (Zoom)
Thursdays
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10:00 AM: Rabbi Shlomo Katz: Parsha Plus, a class for women (In-Person)
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11:50 AM: Rabbi Yosef Posen: Delve into Talmud, a class for men (In-Person)
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THE VILLAGE SHUL PHOTO GALLERY
To view and download pictures from our events, please click HERE
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SECURITY AWARENESS
Everyone has a role in community security: do your part. See something, say something! In an emergency, your first call should be to 911. Please report any suspicious or antisemitic incidents to the police and our 24/7 Hotline at 416.635.5600. You can also report using UJA’s digital portal HERE.
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THE VILLAGE SHUL TREE OF LIFE!
Commemorate your Simchas, Births, Dedications, Yahrzeits with a donation to
The Village Shul Tree of Life designed by sculptor ERNEST RAAB.
$360 DONATION:
Small engraved plaque on the wall
by the tree in the Shul.
$720 DONATION:
Large engraved plaque on the wall by the tree in the Shul. Help us cover our wall with your generosity! Receive a Tax Receipt for your donation!
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TRIBUTE CARDS
Tribute cards are the perfect way to strengthen our community.
A donation to the Shul on someone's behalf is a special way of recognizing a friend or loved one. Your contribution in honour or memory of someone goes a long way to supporting the Shul and acknowledging the occasion in a meaningful and lasting way.
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SUPPORT THE VILLAGE SHUL AND AISH HATORAH LEARNING CENTRE
A donation to the Shul on someone’s behalf is a special way of recognizing a friend or loved one. Your contribution in honour or memory of someone goes a long way to supporting the Shul and acknowledging the occasion in a meaningful and lasting way.
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How to Join a Zoom Class: Simply click on the image
for the password
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