I really hope everyone is doing well, staying healthy, and staying home as much as possible. The whole e-learning has been such a challenge for us. There are definite successes, and then there are other times: a couple of days ago our kids were both not having any more of the zoom classes or work and went to play with a new 3D puzzle we got them. I not only didn't have the energy to push them back to 'school', but they were playing really nicely with each other, so that's still a win, right?! Yes, definitely!
It reminded me of the "4 sons" from the Pesach Haggadah. The times they are completely focused is like the Chacham (wise child), the times they are difficult and fighting the whole balagan is like the Rasha (wicked child), the times they just want to play is like the Tam (simple child), and the times that they don't know what is happening at school - or at home - and are like a deer in headlights is like the She'eno Yode'ah (the one who doesn't know how to ask). I'd love to hear your version!
I want to wish a MAZAL TOV, to AARON and RACHEL MARMER on the birth of Avi (Avraham Chaim) on March 8th and on Avi's Brit Milah. Welcome to the tribe, little man! Mazal Tov also, to Avi's siblings Eli, Mimi, and Sadie.
WHAT: Let's get together on ZOOM to prepare for Shabbat and Pesach. We will sing together, share some Shabbat and Pesach inspiration, and, most importantly have fun!
We will be singing the following songs (time permitting): - Kol HaOlam Kulo - Od Yavo Shalom Alenu - Bim Bam Shabbat Shalom - Lechu Neranena - Lecha Dodi
Bring your instruments and play along!
DRESS CODE: Anything from PJs to your Shabbat best to your silliest costumes. THERE WILL ALSO BE A SPECIAL TREAT FOR EVERYONE WHO ATTENDS THE PROGRAM!
Friday evening at 6pm, the Cantor will be LIVE on the Beth Emeth Facebook page leading an abridged musical Kabbalat Shabbat. After Shabbat he will lead us in Havdalah.
THIS SUNDAY, April 5th at 9:30am I will be running a 30 minute ZOOM seminar on "Calmly Cleaning for Pesach in 2 hours or less".
Check it out here: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/550012082 There are many other classes and opportunities to connect on ZOOM and Facebook Live. Check out www.beby.orgfor a full listing, and links to the various ZOOM classes.
What would make your Covid experience more meaningful?
We are all trying to navigate this whole experience together - learning new ways to be a community, often from our own homes. How would you like to be connected? Reach out and let us know.
We, both the shul, and also more personally, Shira Rachel and I, are here for you during this COVID-19 experience.
Please, do not hesitate to call or email: Rabbi David - 647.207.0045 - rabbidavid@beby.org Shira Rachel - 647.217.1276 - davidshirarachel@gmail.com
HELP B.E.B.Y. BE THE BEST IT CAN BE! We are looking to create a community of involved leaders. Are you looking to...
improve current programming?
create new innovative programs?
bring your expertise to our community?
Let me know and we will create our teams!
SHABBAT SHALOM!!!
Rabbi David, Director of Ritual and NEXTgen Community rabbidavid@beby.org
TORAH TALK FOR THE TABLE with Rabbi David
Parshat Tzav and Shabbat Hagadol
This Shabbat is called Shabbat Hagadol - the great shabbat - because we are preparing for the freedom which is coming to us. At a time when we are "trapped" inside, what could be greater than freedom?
One of my favorite lines in this weeks Parasha is "Esh tamid tookad al hamizbe'ach, lo tichbeh - An eternal fire will burn on the altar, it will never go out". I love this line so much becuase it gives me a way to engage within difficult times. It reminds me to ask myself about the things that I love doing the most and to recognize that, regardless of what is happening, that passion - the fire on the altar - will never go out and will carry me through.
When times are challenging, we can all focus on those things we love about ourselves and we can allow those things to stay lit up - keeping the fire alive, and never letting it go out.
Discussion Questions
What do you love to do?
Why do you love it?
How can you use it to make yourself happy?
How can you use it to make other people happy?
Let me know your answers by emailing rabbidavid@beby.org! Outstanding answers will be shared in next week's NEXTgen NEWS.
Shabbat Shalom!
THIS WEEK
In response to the COVID19 pandemic, all of our programs are on hold. :(
YOUNG FAMILIES
THIS WEEK was supposed to be a FAMILY SHABBAT! We can't do it in the shul, but we can do it virtually!
THE SPIRIT OF SHABBAT with BEBY NEXTgen - on ZOOM!
WHAT: Let's get together on ZOOM to prepare for Shabbat and Pesach. We will sing together, share some Shabbat and Pesach inspiration, and, most importantly have fun!
We will be singing the following songs (time permitting): - Kol HaOlam Kulo - Od Yavo Shalom Alenu - Bim Bam Shabbat Shalom - Lechu Neranena - Lecha Dodi
Bring your instruments and play along!
DRESS CODE: Anything from PJs to your Shabbat best to your most rediculous costumes.
We want to grow the program and need YOUR HELP! Email Rabbi David for more info.
YOUTH
ALL SHABBAT YOUTH PROGRAMMING IS CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Nursery (ages 0-6) Junior Congregation (7-11)
Here is the weekly Youth Program schedule. Come early for the most FUN available!
10 - 10:45 - Free play
10:45 - 10:50 - Clean up
10:50 - 11 - Tefillah
11 - 11:10 - Parshah Discussion/Story
11:10 - 11:20 - HEALTHY snack
11:20 - 11:45ish - Games/Activities
11:45ish - Go into main shul for Ein Keloheinu, Aleinu, Adon Olam
Beth Emeth's Youth Department is looking to hire energetic, engaging, and caring staff for weekly Shabbat morning youth programming. Positions are available for the Nursery (Kindergarten and younger) and Junior Congregation (Grades 1-6). These are paid positions.
Responsibilities include: -Welcoming all children into the programming space -Engaging with the children in play and other activities -Leading interactive and fun circle time (nursery) or prayers (junior congregation) -Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of participants at all times -Supervising volunteers and other Shabbat morning staff -Working together with the Youth Coordinator and other Shabbat morning Youth Department staff to execute all aspects of Shabbat morning youth programs -Attending staff training sessions as necessary (not on Saturday mornings)
Please send a cover letter and resume to Rabbi David, Director of Next-Gen at rabbidavid@beby.org. Please indicate which age group you are interested in working with in your cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU SOON at the NEXT NEXTgen EVENT!!!
Beth Emeth Bais Yehuda Synagogue 100 Elder Street Toronto, ON M3H 5G7
SHABBAT SHALOM!!!
