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Happy  to be Back  in our  sanctuary - Join us in person or  on livestream

24/08/2020 08:22:42 AM

Aug24

Dear Congregational Family,

This past Shabbat, a total of twenty-seven people attended services emanating from our synagogue sanctuary. This service was the first one held at our shul in many months. Among the attendees, we had singles, couples, and entire families -  a true microcosm of our congregational family. I extend a Yasher Koach to all attendees who have paved the way for more people to come in the weeks ahead. I commend many volunteers who have spent countless hours behind the scenes to ensure that our shul is safe and adheres to provincial guidelines. I thank many people who have served as ushers and coaches at our renewed daily and Shabbat synagogue services.

The Parsha this past Shabbat reviewed a scenario first described at the end of the book of B'Midbar. Once the Israelites entered the Promised Land, they had to establish three cities of refuge for the accidental manslayer to find a place of safety and protection. These were the original and authentic "sanctuary cities." Some commentators find parallels between the cities of refuge and the actual wilderness sanctuary. Both were commanded by God so that people could find physical and spiritual safety and uplift.

During the contemporary pandemic, the members of our synagogue have made it possible for Beth Emeth to emulate these biblical predecessors. Our shul is prepared to be a place of physical and spiritual comfort; a place for community to come together; a place where moments of joy and sadness can be commemorated together.

What we need is YOU - to pre-register and be approved so that you can help form and augment our daily and Shabbat morning services. For those who are unable to attend, you are encouraged to join us through our new sanctuary livestream and other social media options. Please check the website daily to know which platforms are being used for services and programs.

With Rosh Hashanah less than a month away, I look forward to greeting more of you in person in the weeks to come and to connect with you via social media outlets. I wish everyone good health and safety as we countdown to a new year.

Rabbi Howard Morrison

 

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