RABBI’S SHABBAT MESSAGE

The book of Devarim – Deuteronomy –has an obsession. While the Torah is filled with the mission of removing idolatry from the midst of the Jewish

people the book of Devarim takes this to new heights.

It would be true that Judaism emerged as a unique form of monotheism. While other cultures may have had central gods, only in Judaism did we find the eradication of all ‘others’, and the prohibition of graven images. However the real world implementation proved to be more tricky: Devarim struggles

with getting the Jewish people on message with this. Thus, the commandment to remove and destroy all places of idolatry are numerous in this book, and from this morning’s reading – presumably, because this was

the most pressing issue of its time.

Shabbat Shalom Rabbi Aaron Flanzraich

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Saturday August 19, 2017 • 27 Av 5777

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Morris Burstyn Etta Cohen Block Robert Feldman

Fred Fleischmann Toby Goldberg Joseph Grader Anne Halpern

Julio Hirschberg Dianne Ingles

Theodor Kerzner Morris Konick Hanne Krieger Solly Krieger

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Andrew Reiner Rosalie Rich

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Sarah Slatt Sylvia Smith

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To the family of Patricia Wagman-Baradz”l, sister and sister-in-law of Richard & Susan Wagman.

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Candlelighting: Friday August 25 at 7:48 pm

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This unique Haftorah scroll will be read from at weekly Shabbat and holiday services.

Donor names and dedications will be inscribed on the scroll cover. For more information or to dedicate a portion contact Cantor Moses at 416.783.6103 x224 or cantor@bethsholom.net

This weeks bulletin is sponsored by David Krieger & Family in honour of the yahrzeit of their parents Solly & Hanne Kriegerz”l.

The congregation is invited for Kiddush in the Kiddush Lobby following services, sponsored by the Libfeld & Johnson families in honour of the upcoming marriage of Tamara Libfeld

to Andrew Johnson.

Guests of the Libfeld/Johnson families are invited to a luncheon in the Banquet Hall immediately following services.

Thursday October 19th

7:00pm

Presidents Installation Dinner & Dance Save the date! Celebrate and dance the night away as we welcome our incoming President, Steven Kelman and pay tribute to our out-going President, Steven Goldenberg.

Voluntary donations to our Kosher Food Bank and Out of the Cold are encouraged! To register or for more information contact Rivy at rivy@bethsholom.net

Wednesday August 23rd 12:30pm

Chai Society Join us for exercise, a delicious lunch and games like rummy cube and bridge. Cost $5.00

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Saturday October 28th 9:45 am

Shabbat Beth Sholom featuring The Ruach Singers! Join Rabbi Flanzraich for coffee, danishes and a morning Learn N’ Schmooze at 9:00am in Shabbat Café. Then head into the Sanctuary for our first Shabbat Beth Sholom of the year featuring The Ruach Singers!

Sunday September 17th 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Sholom Kids “Kick-off” the Year with Bubble Soccer! "Kick-off" the year with Alexa and Bubble Soccer! Round-trip transportation provided from Beth Sholom Synagogue. Snacks and refreshments provided. Ages 6-11. $20 per child. Register with Alexa at alexa@bethsholom.net or 647.873.1238

Friday September 15th 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Mini Minyan - Sweet New Year! Join us for our first Mini Minyan of the year with snacks, crafts, apples and honey and our Mini Minyan short Kabbalat Shabbat musical service. No Cost. Ages 0-4. Register with Alexa at alexa@bethsholom.net or 647.873.1238

Saturday October 14th 10:00 am

Mindfulness Minyan with Aviva Chernick Join us for our first Mindfulness Minyan of the year. Musician and meditator Aviva Chernick will take you through a unique Shabbat morning service for your body, mind and soul. Yoga mats and bolsters provided. Wear comfortable clothing. All are welcome.

To Sheldon & Francine Libfeld on the upcoming marriage of Tamara Libfeld to Andrew Johnson, son of Karen & Doug Johnson. Proud grandparents are Lorraine Libfeld, Darrel & Shirley Johnson and Edward Jacobsen. Fondly remembered are Ted Libfeldz”l, Mike & Marie

Klodawskiz”l and Anne Jacobsenz”l.

Saturday October 14th 8:45 am

Sisterhood Shabbat Join us as the women of Beth Sholom lead us in services. This Sisterhood Shabbat will feature the women of our Adult Bat Mitzvah class! Contact Margaret Lindzon at margaret@margaretlindzon.com for more information or to sign up for a part of the service.