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Friday, December 6, 2019
8 Kislev 5780
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Light Up The World Mitzvah Party
Presented by Project ARK (Acts of Random Kindness)
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Sunday, December 15 - 2:00-4:00 PM
Get creative at our mitzvah stations!
Batshaw Youth and Family Centres; Montreal Children’s Hospital; Jewish General Hospital; Soroka Medical Center, Beersheba, Israel; Shaar Meals-on-Wheels; Place Kensington Seniors Residence; Atelier JEM Workshop; SPCA, and Kerry's Kitchen.
Also featuring:
S.T.E.A.M. activities; obstacle course; doughnut decorating; dreidel competition; toddler corner, and Chanukah snacks.
Free admission, everyone welcome. Please bring a new toy (unwrapped) or a gently used children's winter coat. Donations will also be accepted in support of Ellie White. Enter at 425 Metcalfe Avenue. INFO: 514.937.9474 ext.137; youngfamilies@theshaar.org
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Soirée festive pré-Hanouca
Presenté par French Connexion
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Le dimanche 15 décembre à 18h
Comme Hanouca tombe pendant les vacances scolaires, nous vous proposons de nous retrouver avant de partir pour une soirée festive. Chacun apporte un plat ou un dessert cachère, lait ou pareve. Inscription obligatoire. L'adresse sera communiquée aux inscrits.
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Westmount Community Candle Lighting
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Monday, December 23 - 5:00 - 6:30 PM
The City of Westmount, in collaboration with Congregation Shaar Hashomayim and Temple Emmanu-El-Beth Sholom, invite the community to celebrate the festival of lights. Everyone welcome! At the Lawn Bowling Clubhouse next to City Hall (401 Kensington Avenue, Westmount) followed by candle lighting outside City Hall.
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The Rabbinic Intrapreneur
By
Rabba Rachel Kohl Finegold
, Published on ejewishphilanthropy.com,
December 4, 2019.
In an era when young Jews are questioning the relevance of the synagogue, the role of the rabbi is changing.
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Mazal tov to:
Gracy and Ari Kugler
on the birth of their twin granddaughters, Eliana Grace and Brielle Juliette Balayla, daughters of Perlyne and Jacques Balayla, and sisters to Eytan, on November 18, 2019.
Stephanie Hops and Jason Paperman, Heather and Joseph Paperman, Madeline Ritz
, and
Leila Paperman
on the birth of their son, grandson and great-grandson Oliver Hayden (Chayim) Paperman, on November 23, 2019.
Rabba Abby and Rabbi Adam Scheier
on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter Ayelet Hadar Scheier on November 30, 2019.
Lisa Kattan and Adam Cieply
on their marriage on December 1, 2019.
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Congregational Kiddush on December 7 sponsored by
Lianne and Steven Singer
in honour of the Bar Mitzvah of their son Jordan Singer.
Breakfast on December 9 sponsored by
Cheryl and Sam Abrams, Carolyn and Harold Abrams
and
Sarah and David Druker
in honour of the aufruf of Jason Druker and his upcoming marriage to Dana Abrams; and by
Shirley Goldfarb
in observance of the yahrzeit for her husband Leo Goldfarb.
Breakfast on December 11 sponsored by
Jon Wasserman
in observance of the yahrzeit for his father David Wasserman.
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We extend our condolences to the family of
Rose Freiheit
, mother and mother-in-law of our members Mortimer and Barbara Freiheit
Anne Shaffer
, mother of Rhonda Herman, Shaar
Meals-on-Wheels Coordinator
Aaron Pollack
, father and father-in-law of our members Gideon Pollack and Lisa Modell
Nanette Kaplan
, mother and mother-in-law of our members Eric Kaplan and Diane Gold
Our member
Anita Shapiro
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LIFE AND LEGACY INITIATIVE
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Be remembered forever by Congregation Shaar Hashomayim with a gift in your will, trust, retirement account or life insurance policy.
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Attention – Visitors to the Shaar Cemetery
Please note the recent change in parking regulations on Chemin de la Forêt. Parking is now permitted on both sides of the street for a maximum of 2 hours, with the exceptions of 8:00 AM -12:00 PM on Tuesdays and
Fridays. Please read the signs carefully for specific instructions.
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Congregation Shaar Hashomayim Mishloach Manot Purim Project 2020
Before you head south for the winter, get a head start on reaching out to your friends and family. Bring joy and love to others by fulfilling the mitzvah of Mishloach Manot this Purim. Contact us today to place your order early.
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Are you passionate about Jewish Learning?
The Adult Education Committee is looking for new people to join the team to help plan and organize programs. Please contact Robyn Bennett, Member Engagement and Program Manager, to get involved. Let's learn together. 514.937.9474 ext. 146.
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YP Distillery Tour
For young professionals in their 20s and 30s
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Saturday, December 7 - 9:00 PM
Enjoy drinks and a tour of Montreal’s toast of the town, Cirka, an artisanal distillery known for its exceptional gin and vodka. 2075 Cabot St. $20 in advance; $25 at the door.
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Séances Yoga Bilingue/Bilingual Yoga classes
Presenté par French Connexion
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Les 10 et 17 décembre 2019 de 19h à 20h
Cette discipline permet de se ressourcer et de diminuer le stress tout en gardant la forme dans une atmosphère paisible. Entrée 450 av. Kensington. Apporter un matelas de yoga, une serviette, et si possible, un bloc et une sangle. 15$ la séance. Inscription requise.
Tuesdays, December 10 and 17 – 7:00-8:00 PM
Relax and reduce stress in a calm environment. Enter at 450 Kensington Avenue. Bring your yoga mat, towel, and if possible. a block and a strap. $15 per class Registration required.
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Shabbat, December 14 - 2:00-4:00 PM
Rabbi Yair Silverman
, Co-founder and Rabbi of Moed in Zichron Yaakov. Moed brings together secular and religious Israelis in the Carmel region in study and social action to reimagine and generate passionate and shared Jewish life in modern Israel.
Sermon -
One people, Divided: The Culture of Machloket (Debate) in the Chanukah Story
Kiddush
Connection
s:
Conversion in Modern Israel: Challenges and Opportunities
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Torah Classes
All are welcome. You may join at any time.
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End-of-life Narratives: From Torah to Today
with Rabba Rachel Kohl Finegold
We will use the study of end-of-life narratives to glean insights into life itself. We will study from the Tanach, Talmud, and modern literature, to explore what these stories might teach us about the character, values, and lives of those we encounter. Free and open to all.
Next
Class
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Wednesday, December 11
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Tot
Shabbat
(Kindergarten and under)
in the Paperman Lobby (Gift Shop)
Children under age 2 must be accompanied by an adult
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Rock
Shabbat
(Grades 1-4)
in the Bronfman Youth Lounge
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DAILY SERVICE TIMES
MORNINGS
Shabbat, Sundays, Legal Holidays – 8:45 AM
Monday - Friday – 7:30 AM
Weekday Rosh Chodesh/Chol Hamo'ed – 7:15 AM
Sunday Rosh Chodesh/Chol Hamo'ed – 8:30 AM
Kiddush following morning services on Shabbat. Breakfast following services, except Sundays.
EVENINGS
Sunday to Thursday - 4:00 PM
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SHABBAT
FRIDAY & SHABBAT, DECEMBER 6 & 7
Parashat Vayetzei
Candle Lighting - 3:53 PM
Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat - 4:00 PM
Mincha/Ma'ariv - 4:00 PM
Havdalah - 5:01 PM
FRIDAY & SHABBAT, DECEMBER 13 & 14
Parashat Vayishlach
Candle Lighting - 3:52 PM
Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat - 4:00 PM
Mincha/Ma'ariv - 4:00 PM
Havdalah - 5:02 PM
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