Hey Everyone,
YOM YERUSHALAYIM SAME'ACH!!! This is one of the best days to be a Jew. Yerushalayim represents the heart and soul of the Jewish people, that place where we are shalem - whole. The building of Jerusalem also reminds us that we constantly work for Shalom - Peace!
As the "outside world" starts to slowly open-up, I think it is really important to remember that "God helps those who help themselves". We still have to be vigilant and cautious. Jerusalem was liberated 53 years ago, and Israel is still vigilant and cautious to not take that for granted, carefully measuring our actions to achieve a lasting Peace.
I'm not sure if it is just me, but these weeks seem busier than ever, and yet I always feel that I need to be doing more. The new routine is so variable, depending on the needs of the kids, family, and community, that it can hardly be considered a routine. Not a feeling of "at peace" at all, but still working on it.
Parents, Sunday is Rosh Chodesh Sivan. There is a tradition to say a Prayer for Our Children on the Eve of Rosh Chodesh Sivan - which is tomorrow, Shabbat. If you would like, you can print the Parent's Prayer here:
https://www.shearim.com/Tefilat%20HaShela.pdf
Thank God, we all have our health, and everyone I have spoken to has been managing, despite challenges. One of the best ways to support each other is to connect.
This afternoon, at 5pm, we will once again have the opportunity to connect over ZOOM, singing with Bryna for our pre-Shabbat Sing-along. Make sure you mark it in your calendars, and I look forward to seeing you there!
"Pre-Shabbat Songs and Stories" with Rabbi David and Bryna Wechsler.
When: Every Friday
Time: 5-5:30pm
Where: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85896765234
TEENS: we are looking to create a Senior's Line. Some of the elderly in our community need some more human engagement. Let me know if you'd be interested in speaking to an older member of our community, or even just reading to them over ZOOM.
The shul is constantly creating more virtual opportunities for learning, praying and connecting. Check out www.beby.org for a full listing and follow us on Facebookto keep up on everything happening at the Virtual Beth Emeth.
If there is something that YOU want to see, please let me know by replying to this message. We will do our best to bring you what you want.
We, both the shul, but also more personally, Shira Rachel and I, are here for you during this COVID-19 experience. Physical and mental health are primary and we need to do everything possible and utilize every resource available to ensure that we stay healthy. Please, do not hesitate to call or email, 24/7, for any reason:
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
