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Messages from
Lorne Weiss, President........................9 Rabbi Matthew Leibl.........................11 Rabbi Aníbal Mass...........................12 Ian Staniloff, Executive Director.......15 Sisterhood Update............................16 Leslie Emery, Lay Clergy and Playgroup Teacher........................22 Dr. Rena Secter Elbaze, Engagement and Education Director.................25 Nola Lazar (Advertorial for Mercaz)....27
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High Holy Days..................................4 B’nai Mitzvah...................................10 Photo Gallery.....................8, 13, 14, 24 Holiday List.........................................9 Sisterhood Gift Shop.........................16 Tributes.............................................17 In Memoriam....................................20 Mazel Tov.........................................23 Programs..........................................28 Services (Minyan, Shabbat)..............30
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High Holy Day A Message from Rabbi Matthew Leibl & Rabbi Aníbal Mass
Selichot
Saturday, August 25
8:30 PM - see the back cover for details.
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Rabbi Matthew Leibl
Rabbi Aníbal Mass
Sunday, September 9, 2018 at 6 PM (No ticket necessary to attend Erev Rosh Hashanah)
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 and 2
Monday, September 10, and Tuesday, September 11, 2018 (Tickets required to attend) First Service 9:30 AM to Noon Second Service 1:00 to 3:30 PM Tashlich on Day 1 at 3:45 PM
Kol Nidre
Tuesday, September 18, 2018 (Tickets required to attend) First Service 6:15 to 8:00 PM Second Service 8:45 to 10:30 PM
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Yom Kippur
Wednesday, September 19, 2018 (Tickets required to attend) First Service 9:30 AM to Noon Second Service 1:00 to 3:30 PM
Evening Service (A ticket is required to attend - free tickets available) Mincha 5:30 PM
Ne’ilah 6:30 PM
Ma’ariv 7:40 PM Fast Ends 8:13 PM
Havdallah 8:13 PM featuring Dor Chadash Youth Choir
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Machzor Keyboard Quartet Short Services (Under 2 ½ hours)
Services
5779 // 2018
We’re already looking forward to the High Holy Days and to seeing all of you again as we bring in the new year of 5779. These will be our first services without Rabbi Green in nearly two decades, marking a significant time of transition for our congregation, but we are truly honoured for this opportunity to build on the innovations we started with him and put our own spin on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. We’re thrilled to have Justin Odwak and the Quartet back as well as Leslie Emery leading the Family Service, and we’re excited to unveil major enhancements to our Machzor and our Yizkor Book, both of which will make these services even more engaging, relevant, and inspiring. Nobody’s going to go home the same. We hope you’ll join us. And don’t forget to think of our Executive Chef, Joel Lafond, and his team when you’re planning the menus for your holiday lunches and dinners. Shanah Tovah!
Quartet
Justin Odwak, Choir Director
Sarah Sommer Mal Magorel
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Mornings Only Games • Activities Puzzles • Music Crafts • Books
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 and 2 Yom Kippur Day
John Anderson
Singing • Drums Guitar • Puppets Interactive • Torah • Shofar Davening • Inspiring • Meaningful
For Children Ages 1 to 101!
Rosh Hashanah Day 1 & 2 Limited Space Register Early!
Monday, September 10 & Tuesday, September 11
Lounges: 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM
Yom Kippur
Wednesday, September 19 Lounges: 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM
Leslie Emery, Lay Clergy
Ticket Information Contact
Lara London, Seating Coordinator
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Sanctuary Services Family Service Need seats for only part of the Holy Days?
Adults, Teens and Tweens: Your Sanctuary Service
Purchase a ticket for both days of Rosh Hashanah only OR a ticket for Kol Nidre and Yom Kippur only. (*See The Fine Print at the bottom of this column) Planning not to renew your seat? Selecting this option may permanently release your seat, making it available for purchase by another party. (*See ‘The Fine Print’ in the next column for details) Attending the Family Service? Your Sanctuary ticket allows you free access to this service for free.
ticket allows you access to the Family Service
Member Pricing
Available the mornings of both days of Rosh Hashanah and on Yom Kippur Day. No Registration Required, No Cost.
Adults:
1st Service: $155-320 | Partial: $100-$200 2nd Service: $100-320 | Partial: $150-$200 Rush Seating 2nd Service in Auditorium: $100
University/College Students (full time):
1st Service: $105-215 | Partial: $70-140 2nd Service: $100-215 | Partial: $120-140 Rush Seating 2nd Service in Auditorium: $100
Children/Teens (ages 3 to 17):
1st Service: $105-155 | Partial: $70-$100 2nd Service: $100-155 | Partial: $85-$100 Rush Seating 2nd Service in Auditorium: $100
Non-Member Pricing (All Ages)
Members and Non-Members: $36 This ticket will allow your child access to the Family Service. If the child will also be attending Sanctuary Services, you can purchase a seat for them which will include access to the family service as well. Registration is required.
Kids Break Room The Fine Print
Rates apply to anyone in your party, including extended family!
Children (ages 10 and under):
• Your synagogue account must be in good standing in order to confirm and pay for your seats. • If you plan not to renew your seats, you wish to buy a ticket for only part of the High Holy Days, or you do not contact us by Wednesday, August 15th, your seat may be permanently released for sale to others should a new party decide to buy your seat and choose to come to all services. • Complimentary tickets are available to attend the Yizkor portion of the Yom Kippur second service and Ne’ilah for those who require only these tickets. Available in Late August from the shul office. • You will receive a tax receipt for 100% of the cost of your seat(s). To be mailed in Jan 2019.
1st Service: $275-480 | Partial: $175-$300 2nd Service: $100-480 | Partial: $225-$300 Rush Seating 2nd Service in Auditorium: $100
RUSH SEATING
SECOND SERVICE AUDITORIUM: $100!
Would you like an Aliyah? Contact Alice Weissmann, Ritual Secretary 204 204 287 5131 alice@szwinnipeg.ca
Memorialize the names of your loved ones in the
2018/5779 Yizkor Book Shanah Tovah!
A % of our commission from the sale or purchase of your home will gladly be donated to the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue in your name
To participate contact Estelle Raber by Wednesday, August 22 204 975 3484 estelle@szwinnipeg.ca Need a form? www.szwinnipeg.ca
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HOUSEHOLD GOODS FOR NEW YAZIDI REFUGEE FAMILIES
Thank you to everyone who donated items and circulated information about the last campaign to collect household goods and furniture for refugees in the Winnipeg Yazidi community. Here is a project update from our friends at Operation Ezra: Yazidi Resettlement Winnipeg —
Another very successful day at the warehouse yesterday. Over 20 government families came and were given time to pick what they needed or wanted. Several vans were brought by volunteers from the Yazidi community to load and deliver the items at the end of the day. The warehouse space was generously donated by Mel Lazareck. Lots of space and very accessible. ** Kitchenware, linens and towels and sofas are still needed so we will continue to collect, store and deliver over the summer months. Please contact Operation Ezra at operationezra1@gmail.com if you have new or gently used items listed above available for donation. **
CAN WE BE DOING BETTER? MESSAGE FROM
LORNE WEISS, PRESIDENT
That is the question that many of us will be asking ourselves as we near the fast-approaching holy days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. It is also the very question that all of us at Shaarey Zedek will be asking about our synagogue. Likely, both of our answers will be the same. YES! The next question could be, “Are we doing better than this time last year?” Here at Shaarey Zedek I can answer, “YES”! In the past year we have seen the positive impact of our dynamic rabbinic team of Rabbis Leibl and Mass. Our attendance for our Shabbat morning services and the Family Services, under the direction of Leslie Emery, has continued to increase. The daily minyan has also continued to grow and strengthen to become a unique achievement in our city of a twice-daily minyan under the ongoing stewardship of Bill Weissmann and the recent addition of Bonnie Robinson. We are hosting more lifecycle events such as b’nai mitzvah, weddings, and general family celebrations. And thanks to the efforts of our Executive Director, Ian Staniloff, our membership is growing. Our programming and outreach continue to grow and expand thanks to Dr. Rena Elbaze and Rabbis Mass and Leibl.
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Chef Joel Lafond and his team keep raising the bar on the quality of their product and service. Remember, they catered the food for 800 people at the JNF Gala this spring. It all sounds pretty good and positive; and it is. But there is more to this story. We can still do better. To find out more, please join me on the first day of Rosh Hashanah at Shaarey Zedek. L’shanah tova tikatevu
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Joseph Michaw
October 6, 2018 Saturday afternoon Son of Tannis and Rob Michaw
Joel Schwersensky
October 18, 2018 Thursday morning Son of Nora Sobel Son of Javier Schwersensky
Parties Bar/Bat Mitzvah Weddings Corporate Events Community Programs Professional Music & Entertainment Services
October 20, 2018 Shabbat morning Son of David and Marisa Hochman
Lev Kohn
November 10, 2018 Shabbat morning Son of Steven Kohn and Michelle Pollock-Kohn
Myer Andress
November 17, 2018 Saturday afternoon Son of Jack and Shoshana Andress
If you are having a Bar or Bat Mitzvah in Israel, we’d love to publish your simcha in an upcoming edition of the Shofar! Contact Clare at 204 452 3711 or clare@szwinnipeg.ca Engagement • Wedding • Children and Family Maternity • Babies • Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Graduation Photowall and Photobooth
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SHOFAR - SO GOOD MESSAGE FROM RABBI MATTHEW LEIBL
With a playful smile, Heather casually said, “I think I could do it.” “What?!?!” “Oh, for sure. I bet it's just like playing the French horn.” When Heather was younger, she did, in fact, play the French horn. And won some competitions, I might add. But in the ten years we'd been together, she’d never played for me. Not once. So you can imagine my reaction when she casually picked up my shofar (given to me as a gift once upon a time) and, on the first try, with what seemed like no effort at all, belted out one of the most powerful and magnificent “tekiahs” I'd ever heard! It frightened our cat something awful, but it blew me away. Six weeks later, after building up her stamina and mastering the three different calls, she was sounding the shofar in front of the congregation on Rosh Hashanah. After, I asked how it felt. “Exhilarating and terrifying,” she said. “All at the same time.” What a perfect answer, I thought. After all, the sound of the shofar is supposed to convey so many different, somewhat-conflicting emotions simultaneously. It's meant to mimic the heart-breaking sound of crying, of wailing, and yet it's also the sound of battle, of declaration, of triumph. It’s the sound of the present, the here and now, grabbing our attention, forcing us to listen, and yet it's also the sound of the past, of memory, of ancient times and of Rosh Hashanah services we remember from when we were younger. And it's also the sound of the future, of something new and important coming, of possibility, of potential. Of God. (Don't forget, the call of the shofar emanated from Mount Sinai.)
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For a primitive instrument with major musical limitations, it’s amazing how much it says with just one note. When we redesigned our High Holy Day services at Shaarey Zedek three years ago, we decided to put the shofar at the very beginning. Before any prayers. Before the Torah. Before anything. Totally unconventional. But, really, what else could possibly go first? Hockey has the opening face-off. Football has the kickoff. An Olympic race has the shotgun start. And a horse race has the trademark bugle call. Even the New York Stock Exchange has the opening bell. Iconic events deserve iconic openings. This is ours. The perfect sound to kick off the marquee services of the year. To ring in the New Year. Literally. We have this funny convention of showing up late to synagogue services. It's an understandable reaction to the unbearably-long services of the past. But times have changed and so should our customs. Our services are much shorter now. Now our idea - our dream - is for everyone to be together for the whole service. Start to finish. Shofar to Adon Olam. So, this Rosh Hashanah, come for the very beginning. Don't come late. Don't miss the shofar. Be there as “tekiah”, “shvarim”, and “truah” echo through our packed sanctuary, setting the tone for a 5779 full of possibility and hope. For all of us. After all, you'd never want to miss the opening face-off of a Jets playoff game, would you? Heather and I want to wish you Shanah Tovah u’Metukah - a sweet, healthy, and happy new year.
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It happened last summer. My wife, Heather, and I were chatting about the upcoming High Holy Day services and I decided to confess my greatest synagogue shame. No matter how hard I try, I cannot blow the shofar. Ask me to lead the davening, chant from the Torah, or even give a sermon, and I can do it. But pass me that hollowed-out ram’s horn and you're going to be disappointed. (Unless the sound you're looking for is the pathetic sputtering of a car engine that won't start.) I've tried. I just don't have what it takes.
CONCEALED MIRACLE WORKERS MESSAGE FROM Photo credit: Elaine Halpert
RABBI ANÍBAL MASS
A very humble Rabbi dies and goes to Heaven. God decided to honour this humble man in a special way... He sent Elijah the Prophet to welcome the Rabbi. “Welcome to Heaven”, said Elijah. “Sorry, but I can’t enter”, said the Rabbi. ‘What a humble man’, thought Elijah, as he went to report to God about the situation. God was so impressed by such humility that He decided to send Avraham to welcome the Rabbi. “Welcome to Heaven”, said Avraham. “Sorry, but I can’t enter”, said the Rabbi. ‘What a humble man’, thought Avraham, as he went to report to God about the situation. God was so impressed by such humility that He decided to send Moses to receive the Rabbi. “Welcome to Heaven”, said Moses. “Sorry, but I can’t enter”, said the Rabbi. ‘What a humble man’, thought Moses, as he went to report to God about the situation. So, God went to talk to this Rabbi in person. “Welcome to Heaven”, said God. “Sorry, but I can’t enter”, said the Rabbi. God, a little confused, asked the Rabbi: “Tell me something. I sent you Elijah, Avraham, Moses, and even I came in person to welcome you. Why in this world can’t you enter?” “I’ve been a humble person all my life”, reply the Rabbi, “where are the photographers???”
I want to talk to you today about “Concealed Miracle Workers”. As I reviewed the past Jewish year to get an inspiration for this article, I noticed all the tragic incidents, painful situations and unnecessary deaths in a challenging world. But at the same time, I discovered inspiring moments where hope, joy, healing, restoration, construction and redemption could be found. Perhaps one of the most significant of these awe-inspiring moments was on Monday July 2nd, when Navy Seal Rescuers found all 12 boys and their soccer coach alive deep inside a partially flooded cave in northern Thailand, more than a week after they disappeared and initiated a desperate search that drew international help and captivated the world. We all saw the images of the Divers and the Navy Seals going into the cave, but today I want to focus on those other inconspicuous miracle workers who contributed to the miracle from behind the scenes. The Thai workers who prepared pipes for an attempt to drain water from a flooded cave during a search and rescue operation.
A Massage Therapist providing family members and rescue staff traditional massage therapy to ease the physical trauma... for free. The Farmers residing near the cave who had no reservation in sacrificing their fields and livelihood so that water could be pumped out from the caves, even though it meant losing an entire year’s worth of crops. The volunteers who cooked and delivered food to the rescue team. The owner of the local washing machine store who did freewashing and dry cleaning of the rescue team’s and divers’ clothes everyday. An Israeli company that immediately donated 100,00 dollars worth of communication devices to be used by the recue team. The people from all over Thailand who came to the entrance of Tham Luang Nang Non cave to pray for a successful rescue for the 12 trapped children and their coach. These are people who didn’t stop to calculate if their participation was worth it based on how much recognition they will have. These are people who were happy and
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content by knowing that they were helping the Navy Team to rescue all the boys without expecting anything in return. This is what the Rabbis describe as True Chessed, True Acts of Lovingkindness, where all the efforts were done in a completely altruistic way. Where the only “payment” was the satisfaction of being part of the miracle. My challenge for you in this New Year is to get inspired by this amazing story and to be a concealed miracle worker, striving to bring hope, joy, healing, restoration, construction and redemption to this world without expecting anything in return. From my family to yours, Shanah Tovah
24th Annual AMIA Community Commemoration Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at the Berney Theatre
Brought to you by Argentinean Manitoba Association, Jewish Federation of Winnipeg, B'nai Brith Canada, League for Human Rights of B'nai Brith Canada, Congregation Shaarey Zedek Photos courtesy of B'nai Brith
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THE TIMES THEY ARE A-CHANGIN' MESSAGE FROM
IAN STANILOFF
With Rabbi Alan Green’s retirement now officially in place, (more about that later), Rabbis Aníbal Mass and Matthew Leibl have assumed firm control over the Ritual Department at our shul. With the change in clergy, there came an opportunity to reassess what the Shaarey Zedek of the 21st Century should strive to become. They both felt very strongly that we should continue down the path we have chosen of becoming even more welcoming and inclusive. The growth in our Shabbat service numbers speaks directly to the successful transition to a shorter, more musical and most importantly, more engaging Shabbat morning. We have almost doubled the number of regular attendees on Shabbat which is forcing us to frequently spill over to our sanctuary to accommodate everybody. If you haven’t attended a service in a while, I suggest you drop by on a Shabbat morning and experience in person what so many others have now discovered. In order not only to maintain, but continue to grow our synagogue, our rabbis felt it important that we expand our Ritual Department to ensure the needs of all our congregants are met. Effective July 1st, Bonnie Robinson has joined our staff on a full-time basis. Bonnie will continue to lead morning services as well as provide assistance on the bimah on Shabbat, as the backup Torah reader and Gabbai. Leslie Emery has now become a full-time member of our ritual team. She will continue to lead the very popular Shabbat Family Service which will now be offered on most Saturday mornings. Leslie will also be providing b’nai mitzvah and Hebrew tutoring for those who require as well as leading the extremely popular High Holy Day Family Services. She will also provide backup services as a Torah reader when necessary. Lay Clergy (Shammes), Bill Weissmann, our longest tenured ritual team member and longtime Minyan leader, will continue in his role at the minyan, but will now share the duties with Leslie and Bonnie to allow him to provide
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much needed pastoral care and hospital/home visitations. Bill will also provide relief to our rabbis by performing funerals on an as-needed basis. As you may all be aware, we have been providing an audio broadcast of all our services over the last 18 months. This has proven to be very successful in reaching out to many people who want to be connected but due to circumstances are not able to attend. Recognizing the success of these audio broadcasts and understanding the potential growth in this area, congregants Harriet and Ted Lyons and family have generously donated a state-of-the-art video system which allows for a complete broadcast of not only our Shabbat services, but all our life cycle events as well. This will now include weddings, funerals, b’nai mitzvahs, etc. This will now allow out of town families and friends to be a part of each of these services no matter where in the world they may be located. It also allows those who are, in Winnipeg but unable to attend in person, an opportunity to be a part of these events. We can’t thank Ted, Harriet and family enough for bringing our community closer together. I mentioned earlier that Rabbi Green has now officially retired. However, you may not be aware that he has been bestowed with the title of Rabbi Emeritus and has agreed to return occasionally to Shaarey Zedek over the next few years to provide holiday rabbinic relief or scholarin-residence assistance. Stay tuned for announcements in the new year as to when you can expect a Rabbi Green appearance. Combined with our very strong programming department, a second-to-none catering department led by Executive Chef, Joel Lafond, and a committed Board of Directors led by President Lorne Weiss, we feel very we have strongly positioned Shaarey Zedek to move forward in meeting the needs of our congregation and community for many years to come! I look forward to seeing you all at Shaarey Zedek during the High Holy Days! L’Shanah Tovah
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Bob Dylan said it best, “The Times They Are A-Changin’"! As the High Holy Days approach, I felt it important to bring you up to speed on all the new and exciting changes that have been and are about to be taking place at Shaarey Zedek.
SISTERHOOD UPDATE
Louise Raber, Sisterhood Past President One year ends with an extremely successful program, and a new one begins with another very special event.
We had the best closing event ever in June. If you weren’t there, then you missed a truly phenomenal program. The seventy people in attendance were delighted to meet our new Rebbitzins up close and in person. Dr. Ashira Meyers Mass and Heather Wadsworth are engaging, well-educated and very kind young women. Ashira, besides being a mother extraordinaire, is a worldrenowned microbiologist/virologist. Heather is a family lawyer with PK/Petersen King, and, thanks to her years of playing the French horn, has started a new tradition of blowing shofar for Shaarey Zedek! We thank Ashira and Heather and look forward to their involvement in Sisterhood for many, many years to come. The 2018-19 year will kick off with a fantastic event on Thursday evening, October 25, which you won’t want to miss! The Women’s League of Congregations Etz Chayim and Shaarey Zedek together will welcome as guest speaker,
Prior to the October program, Membership Chair, Laurie Shapiro, will send you the 2018-19 Membership Renewal Reminder. Please take a moment to send in your dues, which is still only $36. Sisterhood is committed to continuing its support of the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, Simkin Centre, Willow Place, Women’s League for Conservative Judaism and the Torah Fund, but those costs keep rising. Therefore, if you are able, please consider contributing more than the basic $36 and help us continue the good works Sisterhood has done for over 89 years! On behalf of Shaarey Zedek Sisterhood, thank you. I wish you all a Shana Tovah Umetukah!
Book Club
Explore and discuss a new book at each meeting led by Toni Berenhaut and Margaret Kellerman McCulloch.
Tuesday, October 23, 7 PM Modern Girls by Jennifer Brown
the International President of Women’s League for Conservative Judaism, Margie Miller.
Margie will share her personal and life altering experiences with reference to 9/11 and “the lessons I’ve learned about coping with the challenges of life.” As of this writing, details are not complete, but I wanted to give you all a heads up, so you can mark your calendars.
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Tuesday, November 20, 7 PM Strangers With the Same Dream by Alison Pick
Year round, the Gift Shop is always there to provide your needs. We try to cover all necessities, but if you have any ideas or requests please let us know. Also, we are always looking for new volunteers and would love to have you join us. It doesn’t have to be on a regular schedule, a few hours every so often would be greatly appreciated.
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Tributes
May 16 - July 15, 2018 TODAH RABAH CONTRIBUTIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FROM Rochelle Litman Todd Sheriff
ALIYAH CONTRIBUTIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED FROM
Lois Ackerman in honour of her birthday Harold and June Black in honour of June’s birthday Neil and Judy Charach in honour of their anniversary and Judy’s birthday Daniel and Ellen Hamburg in honour of their anniversary and Danny’s birthday Gerry and Penny Kalef in honour of their anniversary and Gerry’s birthday Paul Leinburd and Ceci Kaufman in honour of their 1st anniversary Norm and Elaine Silverberg in honour of their anniversary David Wilder in honour of his birthday
MAZEL TOVS
HAVE BEEN SENT TO Jono Bernstein on his special birthday Harry and Rhonda Youell Lou and Clara Bernstein on their great-grandson, Lucas, becoming bar mitzvah Joe and Fern Hershfield Danny and Adele Yan, Adam and Julie
Claire Breslaw on her special birthday Pat Charad Martin and Mira Buchwald on the engagement of their granddaughter, Amy, to Gabriel Sid Ritter Terry and Andrea Braunstein on their granddaughter, Sophie, becoming bat mitzvah David and Nessie Greenberg Sandra Caplan on her Summer of Simchas Alex and Elaine Sommer Clifford and Maxa Chisick on their special anniversary Harry and Rhonda Youell Esther Dashevsky on her special birthday Lorne and Jill Brandes Hymie Fox and Lynne Stoffman and Hart Stoffman Arlene Fages on her special birthday Brian and Jeanne Pauls David and Barbara Goldenberg on their grandson, Lucas, becoming bar mitzvah Danny and Adele Yan, Adam and Julie Eli and Jen Goldenberg on Lucas becoming bar mitzvah Danny and Adele Yan, Adam and Julie Jen Goldenberg on being appointed a Master of the Court of Queen’s Bench of Manitoba Allan and Linda Finkleman Joe and Fern Hershfield Randee Goldman on her special birthday Janie Shnier Rabbi Alan Green on his retirement Leonard and Hilda Smith
Saul Greenberg on his special birthday Don Selver and Lesli Shafer Gerry Kalef on his special birthday Harold and Elaine Charlat Karen Vickar and Family Daniel and Heather Micflikier on their special anniversary Lloyd and Debbie Baker, Steven and Seth Barb Neaman on her special birthday Jerry and Dale Marcus Shmee and Terry Pollock on their special anniversary Phyllis Laveman Marvin Rawitch on his special birthday Lorne and Louise Raber Dick and Joanne Rothberg on their special anniversary Brian and Jeanne Pauls Dick and Joanne Rothberg on their grandson, Spencer, becoming bar mitzvah Brian and Jeanne Pauls Toby Sawyer on the marriage of her granddaughter, Anna Dick and Minnie Bell Bryan and Bev Schwartz on Lainie and Itay’s marriage Linda Sawyer, Mel, Michael, Devyn and Reegan Cindy Singer on her retirement Barry Stronger Irv and Toby Vinsky on their special anniversary Lorne and Jill Brandes Allan Walder on his special birthday Sheila Streifler and Family Sam and Wendy Wilder on their granddaughter becoming bat mitzvah Brian and Jeanne Pauls
Kevin Wynne on completing the Choosing Judaism Program Pat Charad Judy Roman
GET WELL WISHES
HAVE BEEN SENT TO Gordon “Gordy” Kay Allan and Linda Finkleman and Family Jory Stillwater Gordon Pollock Bill Weissmann Allan and Gloria Cantor Allan and Linda Finkleman Edith Kimelman
CARDS OF APPRECIATION
HAVE BEEN SENT TO Rabbi Alan Green Deborah Nye Chef Joel Lafond and Team Allan and Linda Finkleman Stephen Segal and Mara Zimmerman Ron and Audrey Zimmerman Rabbi Matthew Leibl Allan and Rennie Elfenbein Stephen Segal and Mara Zimmerman Harry and Rhonda Youell Ron and Audrey Zimmerman Rabbi Aníbal Mass Deborah Nye Stephen Segal and Mara Zimmerman Ron and Audrey Zimmerman Shaarey Zedek Office Staff Anonymous Lorne Weiss Arthur Ripstein Bill Weissmann Allan Finkel Deborah Nye
CONTRIBUTIONS HAVE BEEN MADE
Joseph Chula Larry and Glory Fleisher Alvin Corne IN MEMORY OF Jeff Itzkow and Cathy Moser Max Abrams Beverly Craven Eleanor Burke Robert and Elaine Paul Rolande Albaum Robyn Diamond Bernie and Bev Binder Pearl Morantz Lorne and Louise Raber Rose Bell Hannon Bell Sharon Enkin Morley Rypp Isaac Berkowitz Rochelle Pincovich Miriam Erenberg David and Rhonda Erenberg Dorothy Binder Bernie and Bev Binder Harold Fleishman Brownie Fleishman Harry Binder Toby Sawyer Bernie and Bev Binder Ray Fleishman Ida Blankstein Toby Sawyer Daniel and Ellen Hamburg Arthur “Artie” Frankel Morley Blankstein Dan Blankstein and Sara Israels Alvin, Bev and Mark Wire Leo and Mary Blankstein Joseph Freiden Edith Landy Verna Blankstein Daniel and Ellen Hamburg Efim Frumin Clare Whiteman Ben Blum Shelley Blum Saul Garfinkel Marvin and Merle Garfinkel Joseph Brodsky Greg and Sylvia Brodsky Percy Gess Lorraine Reiner William Bubis Danny Bubis and Family Sarah Ginsberg Eleanor Burke Patricia Cherniack Louise Raber and Elaine Gamer Steven Schipper and and Families Terri Cherniack Sergio Glogowski Florence Chochinov Miriam Glogowski Earl and Ethel Chochinov
Sondra Goldstein Preston and Miriam Segal Sylvan Goodman Daniel Kravetsky and Family Godel “Jack” Grushko Greg Mason and Rita Gunn Priscilla Guberman Don Selver and Lesli Shafer and Family Fanny Guttman Saul and Lolly Guttman Bryan Hershfield Brian and Jeanne Pauls Gail Hyman Donald and Belva Gutkin Itzik and Anne Joudan Gary Jacob Sybil Plattner Richard “Dick” Janger Larry and Evelyn Hecht Wilfred “Wolfe” and Sue Juravsky Tanis Jury Mindel Kagna Terri Kushner Shannon Kemp Brenlee Kemp Betty Koretz Brenlee Kemp Gary Kravetsky Daniel Kravetsky and Family Myra Kravetsky Patti Morris Gladys Kushner Michael Kushner and Family
Manuel Lecker Dick and Joanne Rothberg Tina Lerner Neal Lerner Celia Lipkin Jack and Debbie Lipkin Ernie Ludick Rona Morris Reuben Ludwick David and Lois Wolch Aaron Maister Art Maister and Kayla Gordon Esther Maizlin Robert Schwob Howard Martin Sidney Ritter Sally Maslovsky Murray and Sharon Knazan Esther Mendelson Martin and Linda Fingold David Friedman, Lillian Hirsch and Sarah Friedman Larry and Rhoda Kussin George Meyers Barbara Meyers Cecile Meyrowitz David and Irene Meyrowitz James Mock Irv and Sandra Shore Slateon Morry Barry and Eve Gindin and Family Sylvia Nairn Norman and Elaine Silverberg Jack Neaman Barb Neaman Frances Nemy Corinne Nemy Morton Nemy Corinne Nemy Sydney Parks Paula Parks David Paul Robert and Elaine Paul Issie Paul Robert and Elaine Paul Sylvia Peikoff Andrew and Karen Gomori Shayneh Permack David and Shirley Permack Max “Morris” Philozoph Bernie and Bev Binder Maurice Pierce David and Sheila Brodovsky Harry Plattner Sybil Plattner
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LEAVES ON THE TREE OF LIFE HAVE BEEN DEDICATED TO
Anita Cohen On her special birthday Children and Grandchildren Esther Dashevsky on her special birthday Louise and Sheldon Claman Barbara Neaman on her special birthday Jo-Anne Neaman
ENHANCEMENT CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE SHABBAT MORNING KIDDUSHIM HAVE BEEN MADE BY
Marjorie Blankstein in memory of Morley Blankstein Sandra Caplan in memory of Barry Caplan Reva and Allan Micflikier, Faye Vickar-Lazer and Joel Lazer, Larry and Tova Vickar in memory of Florence Vickar
In Memoriam Cynthia Brick
Priscilla Guberman
Beloved mother of Marsha Cohen, Ira (Susan) Brick, Robert (Krista) Brick, Lisa Brick, Stuart (Cheryl) Brick and sister of Sharon Ganetsky
Beloved mother of Maylene (Israel) Ludwig, Shane (Mary-Anne) Donen, Larry (Nancy) Donen, Joel Donen (Brenda Tessler Donen), Joel (Faith) Guberman, Connie (Kapri) Guberman and brother of Jack Gusman
Louis Cogan Beloved husband of Marcia Cogan, father of Susan Cogan (Yair Shachar-Hill), Karen Cogan (Neil Grahn) and Joel (Jessica) Cogan, brother to Leya (Bernie) Tapper, Harvey (Nessie) Cogan
Robyn Moglove Diamond Beloved wife of Harvey Diamond, mother of Richard and Michael Diamond, sister Jo-Ann (Arthur) Chapman and sister-in-law of Sandy Tapper
Esther Mendelson Beloved mother of Glenna (Michael) Kay
Beverly Nord Beloved mother of Kelly (Jocelyn) Nord, Carla (Len) Eastoe, Wesley Nord, Kierstein (Michael) Urbanovich, Eric (Ada) Nordkvist and sister of Brenda (Tom) Tallman, Holly Poholko, Alexander Dmytryszyn
Sondra Goldstein
Gary Stitz
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Brother of Neil Stitz
Sarah Golumbia Beloved mother of Reesa (Jerry) Niznick, Elaine Golumbia and Sheldon Golumbia and sister of Shirley (Irv) Garfinkel
Debra Wesa Beloved wife of Keith Wesa, mother of Mitchel Wesa, Warren (Jessica) Wesa, Ian Wesa, Melissa Kold and daughter of Harvey and Corinne Ackerman and sister of Corey (Amanda) Ackerman
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THERE’S MAGIC AT THE MINYAN LESLIE EMERY, LAY CLERGY &
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In my early 20s I began what became a seven year journey as the Torah reader for Shaarey Zedek’s daily Minyan. I had never attended Minyan regularly in the past, but I had read Torah many times as a volunteer. In my time at the Minyan I discovered many meaningful Jewish rituals I had never experienced first-hand. I have also met some incredible people I will never forget. Recently I was formally made a part of Shaarey Zedek’s Ritual Team, an opportunity that I am very grateful for and humbled by. The morning Minyan is back in my regular rhythm and am enjoying the camaraderie, the support, the rituals and the opportunity to daven and express gratitude more regularly. After the High Holy Days there are a series of rituals that are observed at our morning Minyan service, that you may or may not be aware of. Many of us have held a lulav and etrog, but how many of us have had the opportunity to shake them during Hallel? Sukkot is beautiful and one of my favorite Jewish holidays. Sometimes I feel as though I have stepped out of time when experiencing Sukkot, shaking a lulav and etrog as
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our ancestors have done for thousands of years. Sukkot ends with Hoshanah Rabah which falls on Sunday, September 30th this year. For those of you who aren’t early morning people, the service begins at a friendly 9:00 am. At this service we complete seven Hoshanot, special prayers that are recited while participating in processions, each individual carrying a lulav and etrog. Following the Hoshanot we take willow branches and strike the pews (or ground depending on where you observe the holiday) five times. Most of us have never observed Sukkot at Shul, but I would highly recommend it. There is something beautiful and deeply meaningful in carrying our most ancient rituals into modern times. Over the years I have often thought that there’s magic at the Minyan. Not only have I discovered and experienced rituals I had never participated in, perhaps most importantly I discovered an amazing cohort of individuals supporting each other through life’s most difficult times. Some of the lessons I have learned at the Minyan have shaped me as an adult and I am grateful for the wisdom shared by those I have met over the years. Words from the heart, reach the heart. Without hope there is nothing. Life is short and unpredictable, make your moments count. Love, live and find joy where you can. More than one person has said the Minyan has saved their life. There is magic at the Minyan and I hope over the course of the year, you choose to experience the magic for yourself. Our Minyan is a special place, the heartbeat of our Shul. Wishing you and yours a Happy Healthy and Sweet New Year. Shanah Tovah U’Metukah,
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DR RENA SECTER ELBAZE ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION DIRECTOR
In the modern business world, companies annually gather their members to review the year, to assess whether their actions align with their goals and if they have achieved their objectives. They call this an AGM or Annual General Meeting and a quorum is required to do this. They may not call it “Minyan” but no decision can be validated without this critical mass. Each individual employee also goes through an annual review process and identifies potential professional development requirements to help them succeed. There is something very familiar in this modern management process, to us as Jews. As a people and as individual members of the “tribe”, we have been doing these annual evaluations for thousands of years! Every year, the full month leading up to Rosh Hashanah is a time for us to start evaluating our own actions AND our actions as a community. Judaism allots a specific time for this, not taking for granted that this activity will happen on its own. Then for a set 10-day period between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, we purposefully review our relationships, come clean of any poor behaviour, and define strategies to BE better and DO better by others and before G-d.
special outdoor Havdallah service and a musical Kirtan1 Selichot2 service. This third annual Kirtan style service will feature Rabbi Anibal Mass on the harmonium, with participation by Dr. Rena Secter Elbaze, Bill Weissmann on the tambourine, Jay Stoller on the drums, and Patrick Elazar on the guitar.
We even have personal advisors, our Rabbis, who can help us find strength and guidance on how to confront such insurmountable tasks such as coping with loss and mourning but also how to live better, how to love better, when to give and when to receive.
Shana Tova; A Happy and Healthy New Year to you all!
If you would like to DO better and BE better, use this pre-Rosh Hashanah period to challenge yourself. Review your goals, your behaviour and listen to your inner voice. To kick-start the process, join us for A Late Summer Evening of Music, Art & Introspection on Saturday, August 25th at 8:30 PM. We will begin our evening with the opening of our High Holy Day themed Art @ the Zedek exhibit and a reception featuring East Indian desserts followed by a
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As for the planning and preparation of activities and classes for the coming season, I am happy to announce the return of some exciting adult learning opportunities with: The Real Women of Jewish Winnipeg; Shabbat: A Taste of the World to Come; Chamishi @ the Zedek for young professionals, Pirkei Avot3 with Rabbi Aníbal Mass and Jewish Songwriters with Rabbi Matthew Leibl. NEW this year!! Watch for our Congregational Dinner in the Sukkah followed by a bonfire and music during the holiday of Sukkot. Please feel free to call me at 204-975-3489 or rena@szwinnipeg.ca for more information about how to participate.
1 Kirtan, is a Sanskrit word that means “narrating, reciting, telling, describing” of an idea or story. It also refers to a genre of religious performance arts, connoting a musical form of narration or shared recitation, particularly of spiritual or religious ideas. 2 Selichot from the Hebrew root selicha or forgiveness, are communal prayers for Divine forgiveness, said during the High Holiday season or on Jewish fast days. 3 Pirkei Avot or “Ethics of the Fathers” refers to a body of teachings on how to be a better person.
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As Rosh Hashanah approaches, we transition into the New Year through a period of preparation. There is of course the preparation which involves buying seats for synagogue services and the preparation that inevitably involves thinking about holiday meals, but most importantly, there’s the introspection…this is the hard part. How often do we actually stop along our paths and really assess if we are going in the right direction? Have we really thought about our destination? Our goal? and… do we have a strategy to actually achieve it? How fortunate we are that Judaism has built in this time for us to reconsider what really counts in life. If you ever doubted Judaism’s relevancy in today’s world, take a moment to consider this…
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WHAT IS MERCAZ AND WHY DO WE NEED IT NOLA LAZAR, SECRETARY OF THE BOARD, MERCAZ-CANADA
In February, I attended a MERCAZ Leadership Conference with 35 Delegates from 15 countries to prepare for the 2020 World Zionist Congress. MERCAZ is the Conservative Movement’s Zionist organization. There, the World Zionist Organization elects officers and decides on WZO policies for the next five years, which affect decisions at the Knesset. I discovered new Conservative programs. NOAM is the USY equivalent. Teens graduate to a young professional division - MAROM. These young adults are passionate about Conservative Judaism in ways you rarely hear from Canadian Conservative Jews. I would love MAROM in Winnipeg! It was inspiring to be around people who were passionate about Conservative Judaism for all that it is, not just for what it’s not. After a seminar on State and Religion in Israel, we met with Members of Knesset Yair Lapid (Yesh Atid Chair), Yuli Edelstein (Likud, Speaker of the Knesset), Tzipi Livni (Zionist Union), Yitzhak “Boojy” Herzog (Zionist Union, Leader of the Opposition) and Yael Cohen-Paran (Zionist Union), a practicing Masorti Jew. Each discussed bills of importance to Jewish pluralism in Israel, including the Egalitarian Plaza at the Kotel, equal funding for all religious streams, marriage and the Nation State Bill. We celebrated Masorti Israel’s 40th anniversary - 400 Jews from Israel and around the world learning together. A highlight was Rabbi Gershom Sizimou. Black, Ugandan and Conservative, the Abayudaya converted over 100 years ago. He sang prayers to traditional Ugandan rhythms, told stories of home and spoke about serving in Uganda’s Parliament and the struggles of his community to be recognized by Israel’s government. 650 people attended the gala dinner. Why is MERCAZ important enough to devote hours of my time? Why should you, a member of a Conservative synagogue in Winnipeg, think that Israeli politics are important? I care because I go. I want to be able to experience Judaism in Israel in a personally meaningful way. But also because Israel is affected. Children of immigrants, who grew up in Israel and served in Tzahal are deemed “not Jewish” to be married. Fallen soldiers may not
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be buried with their comrades because they are “not Jewish.” A non-Orthodox Rabbi conducting a wedding ceremony can be fined or imprisoned. Paradoxically, in Israel Jews do not have full freedom of religion. What happens in Israel affects our religious life. The Rabbinate in Israel does not accept non-Orthodox conversions. Many who consider conversion choose Orthodox over Conservative in case they or their children want to make aliyah. Letters from Conservative rabbis for individuals making aliyah are not always accepted. Should our rabbis be considered in any way less than other rabbis! Each Zionist Organization, secular or religious, sends representatives to the Congress. Mizrachi is Orthodox, ARZA - Reform and MERCAZ represents us, the Conservative/Masorti movement. MERCAZ is the avenue to infuse our values into Israeli politics and society. As the Congress approaches we need members to make a difference! Currently Canada has 20 delegates, which are divided roughly based on membership and historical division. This time we will likely have an election requiring a strong, active membership. MERCAZ also provides educational materials through MERCAZ-Canada, MERCAZ Olami and the WZO. Celebrate Israel@70 has interesting links and videos that are well worth the time. https://70years.mgcsdev.com/ Connection to MERCAZ is an excellent way to remain connected to the larger Conservative Jewish world. I know all of us here are strong advocates for Israel. Let us all advocate for an Israel with which we can identify and be proud. Membership is only $18 and for those 18 -25 years old, only $9. To learn more visit www.MERCAZ.ca.
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Playgroup Explore Experiment
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With Leslie Emery, Preschool Teacher A weekly socialcultural program for children to explore the world together and experience Jewish music, holidays and concepts in a creative and playful way.
Babies
Ages 3 Months to 18 Months (Flexible) Tuesdays 10:45 AM to Noon
ADULT SPECIAL INTERESTS CHAMISHI AT THE ZEDEK
Learning Discussion Networking With Dr Rena Secter Elbaze
Explore modern professional development informed by ancient Jewish wisdom. Wine and Cheese Served.
Session 1 of 7 - It’s Just a Matter of Time! Thu, Oct 11, 7:30 - 9:30 PM How do we navigate a system where time is money and a precious commodity that cannot be recovered once it’s spent? Judaism offers sound advice on how to become the master over one’s time. New Topics Each Session (2018: Dec 6, 2019: Jan 10, Feb 7, Mar 7, Apr 11, Jun 6). $15 per Session OR $75 for all 7 Sessions
THE REAL WOMEN OF JEWISH WINNIPEG:
September 25 to June 18
WOMEN’S NETWORKING GROUP
Toddlers
This group offers women an opportunity to meet over a glass of wine and appetizers to discuss strategies for surviving and thriving within the challenges of modern living, Inspired by Jewish wisdom. Come try an assortment of Kombucha, herbal teas or gourmet coffee with healthy appetizers.
$75 ($55 Members) Drop-ins: $7 ($5 Members) (No Class Dec 25, Jan 1, Mar 26)
Ages 18 Months to 3 Years (Flexible) Wednesdays 9:30 to 11:00 AM September 26 to June 19
$125 ($100 for Members) Drop-ins: $12 ($10 Members) (No Class Dec 26, Jan 2, Mar 27)
Preschoolers
Ages 3+ (Flexible) Thursdays at 1:00 to 2:30 PM September 27 to June 20
$125 ($100 for Members) Drop-ins: $12 ($10 Members) (No Class Dec 27, Jan 3, Mar 28)
With Dr Rena Secter Elbaze
Session 1 of 3 - Who Will Be For Me: Defining Your Personal Brand Thu, Oct 18, 7:30 - 9:30 PM
A conversation that brings together modern Communications and Branding concepts with age-old Jewish teachings to provide insight on how to develop one’s personal brand through character building and personal awareness. New Topics Each Session (2019: Jan 24, Jun 13). $18 per Session OR $45 for all 3 Sessions
HEAR, O ISRAEL: JEWISH THEMES IN POPULAR MUSIC With Rabbi Matthew Leibl
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Free trial class for new attendees! Registration and Questions: 204-452-3711 hello@szwinnipeg.ca
This course explores the influence of Jewish culture on Popular Music and the American Way of Life. Refreshments served.
Mondays, Nov 12 to Dec 10 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM (No Class Nov 26) $36 (Members $30)
EDUCATION SHABBAT: A TASTE OF THE WORLD TO COME With Dr Rena Secter Elbaze
This course provides a template for a day of unplugging and reconnecting with oneself, loved ones and community, taking the student from traditional preparation to celebration through a variety of medium including challah baking, Shabbat specialties, song and study of inspirational texts.
Session 1 of 3 - Thu, Nov 15, 7:30-9:30 PM Introduction and Preparation of Moroccan Dafina (Chulent/slow cooked Shabbat specialty), followed by Learning and Refreshments. Session Cost: $36 includes Dafina meal to finish cooking at home (meat or vegetarian options), course materials and refreshments Register by Friday, November 9 New Topics Each Session - (2019: Mar 28, May 30).
WEEKNIGHTS PIRKEI AVOT: ETHICS OF OUR FATHERS With Rabbi Aníbal Mass
Pirkei Avot - Ethics of the Fathers - is a compilation of the ethical teachings and maxims passed down to the Rabbis, beginning with Moses and onwards. Join us for lively discussion and insights into the wealth of resources and support systems available in ancient Jewish wisdom.
Every Second Wednesday October 10 to December 19 8:00 - 9:30 PM No Cost
SHABBAT
Welcome to the Tent!
Dinner in the Sukkah
Food Bonfire Music Thu, Sep 27 at 6:30 PM On the Steinkopf Family Plaza
Enjoy a beautiful autumn evening under the stars with a delicious dinner in the Sukkah and learning with Rabbi Matthew Leibl and Rabbi Aníbal Mass followed by a bonfire and music. Make the traditional blessings, Shake the Lulav and Etrog, and find out what has been bringing Jews into the “tent” for thousands of years.
FREE EVENT Registration Required by Mon, Sep 24 204 452 3711 hello@szwinnipeg.ca
Everyone Is Welcome!
TORAH L’CHAYIM With Rabbi Aníbal Mass
Join us for a discussion of the weekly Torah portion and insight into Jewish holidays as they relate to modern day life.
Every Shabbat from 1:00 to 2:30 PM
PRIVATE GROUPS
Private group sessions can be booked with Rabbi Matthew Leibl in businesses or other off-site locations - catering included! Please contact our Director of Adult Education for details.
Register Today
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Volunteer Night Returning this fall! Stay tuned for upcoming volunteer dates!
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VIDEO STREAM Thanks to a generous donation by Harriet and Teddy Lyons and Family, we are excited to now offer L i v e V i d e o S t r e a m i n g of: Minyan and Shabbat Services Life Cycle Events Shaarey Zedek Special Services and Events Private and Public Events
Shabbat Morning Service 10:00 AM Following the service, join us for Kiddush and Torah L’Chayim
A musical, engaging, relaxed and interactive Shabbat morning experience!
Daily Minyan
Sh'mini Atzeret - Monday, October 1, will be held at 9:00 AM (Yizkor at 10:15 AM) Monday to Thursday 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM Friday 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM Saturday 10:00 AM, 6:00 PM Sundays 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM Canadian Holidays 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM
Yizkor
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Yom Kippur Wed, Sep 19
If you would like to attend Yizkor, please call 204-975-3481 for a complimentary ticket to this portion of the service.
Sh’mini Atzeret Mon, Oct 1
Service begins at 9:00 AM Yizkor is recited at 10:15 AM
NEW TIME
Simchat Torah Celebration and After Party A U n i q u e O n c e A Ye a r E x p e r i e n c e !
Monday, October 1 at 6:30 PM 6:30 PM Life-Size Torah "Tour", Un-scrolling the Torah, Readings, Hakafot (Procession), Israeli Dancing, and Singing
8:00 PM After Party with Feature Cake and Ice Cream Bar! Featuring: Rabbi Matthew Leibl and Rabbi Aníbal Mass; Lay Clergy: Leslie Emery, Bonnie Robinson, Bill Weissmann (Shammes); And Dr. Rena Secter Elbaze, Engagement and Education Director.
FREE EVENT No Registration Required
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Celebrating Community and Culture
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Congregation
Shabbat Family Service For All Families!
Gratitude • Song • Prayer • Puppets Torah • Togetherness • Kiddush NEW
With Leslie Emery, Lay Clergy and Rabbi Aníbal Mass
EVERY WEEK AT 10:45 AM
STARTING SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2018 to June 22, 2019 No Service December 29, January 5, March 30
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Congregation
Shaarey Zedek
Celebrating Community and Culture
Kirtan Selichot & Art @ the Zedek Saturday,
August 25, 8:30 PM
Congregation Shaarey Zedek 561 Wellington Crescent
8:30 PM Art @ the ZEDEK High Holy Day Theme Featuring Local Artists
East Indian Desserts 9:18 PM Havdallah and Musical Kirtan Selichot Service
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Rabbi AnĂbal Mass (Harmonium) Dr. Rena Secter Elbaze (Vocals) Bill Weissmann (Tambourine) Jay Stoller (Drums) Patrick Elazar (Guitar)
FREE EVENT
Everyone is welcome! Registration Appreciated, Walk-ins Welcome hello@szwinnipeg.ca 204 452 3711