THE WHOLE

MEGILLAH Purim starts the evening of Wednesday March 4. We all know the story – Haman’s plot to destroy the Jews was thwarted by a series of amazing events and bizarre coincidences involving Esther and Mordechai. There was no overt miracle, but many events occurred that were “hidden” miracles – and in fact Queen Esther’s name is from the Hebrew word that means “hidden.” Our evening Megillah reading starts 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday March 4 in the sanctuary with the PowerPoint animated Megillah reading. The Purim PARTY follows right after the Megillah reading. The party features great entertainment, refreshments and hamentashen, costume contest, door prize, and much more! Please pre-register at the office for the party. Admission – members and immediate family $3, non-members $5, all kids and teens $1.

THE WHOLE MATZAH The first Seder is Friday night, April 3, 2015. The first two days of Passover are Saturday and Sunday April 4 and 5, and the last two days are Friday and Saturday, April 10 and 11, 2015. We look forward to seeing you at services on those days (and any other day for that matter)!

Chametz Throughout the eight days of Passover, we abstain from eating any trace of leavened product or chametz. Foods made from wheat, rye, barley, oats, and all grain products are subject to the laws of chametz. All food and drink for Passover require endorsements from a reputable agency such as “COR” or “OU” with further indication that they are kosher for Pesach, with those words or with a “P” symbol. Selling the Chametz: Remember to sell your chametz since we are not permitted to own chametz during Passover. Chametz that is sold must be stored away in closets or cabinets that are locked or taped. The sale can be arranged through the Pride of Israel, using the form in this bulletin, or through various websites.

SHUL MATTERS

March/April 2015

Adar/Nissan 5775

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Weekly Torah Portion Insights

WEDNESDAYS 11:30 am

The Seder doesn’t end at Dinner!

Learn the songs between Dinner and Chad Gadya

Thursdays 7:15-8:15 pm March 5, 12, and 26

SHABBAT between MINCHA/MAARIV during SEUDA SHLISHIT

Learn modern vocabulary and discuss everyday & current events

INTERMEDIATE Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 pm with Yael Lev ADVANCED Thursdays 1:30 – 3:00 pm with Yael Lev

BEGINNERS CLASS FORMING- Call for date & time - Read Hebrew somewhat

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

For over 20 years, Israeli born Yael Lev has taught the Hebrew language to adults and children. After graduating

Tel Aviv University with a BA in Hebrew language and English linguistics she went on to acquire a certificate in

teaching and mastered the Ulpan method of teaching Hebrew. Her passion for communicating the logic of Hebrew

helps students grasp the basics for learning root words and grammatical tenses. Through biblical and historical

references, Yael makes learning easy, fun and more meaningful.

1st Shabbat monthly

L’DOR V’DOR

FAMILY SHABBAT

9:45 am. Ganz Chapel.

Relaxed, informal, all ages

HEBREW PLAYTIME Ages 2-6

2nd Shabbat monthly

3rd Shabbat monthly

4th Shabbat monthly

Lively discussion of topics of the day. Bring your questions

and:

Following Kiddush

www.prideofisraelsynagogue.com 59 LISSOM CRES 416 226 0111 ext 10

All Ages 9:45 am

Join Rav Jennifer Gorman for a lively, open discussion on the weekly parashah.

Sponsor refreshments

for a minimal fee

and get a tax credit!

Please call the office.

New Students Welcome!

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Please call to pre-register to ensure enough supplies

www.prideofisraelsynagogue.com

59 LISSOM CRES 416 226 0111 ext 10

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SBS PRES IDENT ’S

MESSAGE

ust a quick note of acknowledgement to thank all the past Board members for the dedicated time and service that you all provided during your term on the Board for the 2014-2015

term. It was a wonderful experience working with every one of you. We truly made a great team that was second to none. It is my pleasure to introduce the Sick Benefit Society Executive for 2015-2016. President Willy Lindo Past President Al Perlmutar Vice-Presidents Michele Axelrod Howard Stone Treasurer Al Perlmutar Dues Review Hymie Blum Committee Al Perlmutar Howard Stone Steve Bloom Willie Lindo Eric Sunshine Alan Marks Cemetery Chair Howard Green and Representatives Steve Bloom to Mt. Sinai Willie Lindo Cemetery Al Perlmutar Association Howard Stone Hymie Blum Membership Chair Bonnie Moatti Constitution Carl Zeliger Committee Alan Marks Insurance Hymie Blum Alan Marks

Wellness Harriet Carr Committee Teena Sunshine Security Stewart Bloom Ombudsman Judy Abraham Publicity SBS Pierre Moatti Special Events Irene Fuller Office Chairs Willy Lindo Michelle Axelrod Ritual Rep Jack Steinmetz I look forward to the coming year in my second term as President. We, the Sick Benefit Society Executive and the Synagogue Board of Governors, will continue working as a team to achieve our goals for the coming year. Also, please note that the event planned for March 29 is postponed to a later date, as more time is needed for proper arrangements to be made. Willy Lindo

President, Sick Benefit Society

A SH A B B A T T O R E M E M B E R

We invite Holocaust survivors and the children of Holocaust Survivors to attend our Shabbat Service and obtain an honour on May 2, 2015. Services start at 8:45 am. Please contact the synagogue office to request an aliyah – either speaking or silent.

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FROM THE RABBI

e did it. We purchased food for Pesach. It is still two months out, and we purchased some stuff for Pesach.

This is part of the Gorman modus operandi. With all of the new food that must be purchased for the holiday, for reasons of both finances and general aggravation, we start a little early. This does not present a kashrut issue at all. What do I want you to learn from this? I want you to learn that the preparation and shopping do not have to happen all at once. I want you to learn that hametz actually obeys the laws of physics. That means that it does not pounce on every piece of Pesach food as soon as it comes into the neighbourhood, let alone into your house. In keeping with the laws of physics, one must also remember that a room that, in general, does not get used for eating does not have to be checked and cleaned for Pesach. You may ignore the room and learn as well that Pesach cleaning and spring-cleaning happen to come in the same season but have no other obvious connection. You have heard me say it, and I will say it again. Don't overwork. Don't overspend. When you sit down for Seder, you should not have to feel that you have just given up a year of retirement to purchase the necessities for the holiday. You should not be physically exhausted from all of the preparation. You should be able to relax and be calm, ready to savour your evening. Rav Jen, Jesse, Gavi, Keren, and I wish all of you a hag kasher v'sameach. Rav Sean Gorman

Rabbi C O N G R E G A T I O N A L R U N S E R V I C E

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earn to read from the Torah or lead our service. Or come out and support our congregants as they take over the Shabbat

service. Please contact Morris Nudelman at (416) 665-3795 or at morrisnudelman@gmail.com

MESSAGE FROM THE

SYNAGOGUE CHAIR

am writing this message to you over the Family Day weekend, and I find myself drawn towards sharing a message with you of a

personal nature. I feel fortunate to be able to say that I am surrounded by the love of my family and friends and I have wonderful memories to cherish of those loved ones who are no longer with me. It is in this too busy world that we live in that often our work and obligations get in the way of life and we forget to take a moment to appreciate those around us. We also forget to take the time to take care of our own well-being and ourselves. Being fortunate to be able to remove myself away from the workweek demands and spend time in a different environment gives me the chance to change the pace of my workweek and the way that I process all that I am responsible for. I am able to relax and reflect, to take the time to appreciate all those who surround me and to take care of my mental and physical health. My wife actually takes some role in terms of the meals she prepares, as they seem to be directly related to my physical health! When I hear about the all too frequent losses that our congregation is experiencing and I make Shiva calls to dear friends to support them in their time of grief and mourning, I think about all that I have for which I am grateful and appreciative. Each time I have another funeral to make arrangements for, I think about my family and friends and say a silent word of thanks and appreciation for having them in my life. When dear friends are suddenly faced with unexpected health related issues, my heart and prayers go out to them that they should become well and find themselves in good health again. In all of this reflection about my life, my message to each of you is as follows. Look at your own lives. Look to those who rely on you for your support and for your presence in their lives. Look at your well-being and your mental and physical health. Take care of yourselves and those around you. Life is precious and all can change in a heartbeat. This is something of which all of us are

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all too aware. Here today and changed tomorrow is how our lives can be affected and we must hold tight to all that we love and cherish, including ourselves. When I think of family, it is not just my immediate or extended family I think of. I have another family, my Pride family. The times that I spend here with each of you are also times that have come to bring me warmth and happiness, special moments, and wonderful memories. It is this family that needs to be taken care of as well. We need to support each other through our joys and sorrows, our celebrations, and our losses. Our daily minyan, our Shabbat services, our classes and our special events are all happenings that need you, our family, to participate in and be involved with. The annual reading of the Megillah and the celebrations that are related to this are an opportunity for each of you to reach out to your immediate families and your Pride family, to share together and make memories to hold on to. Be a part of what we have to offer and spend time enjoying the family that the Pride has right here for you. With the festival of Passover coming soon, it is my hope that you will find yourselves surrounded by your families, loved ones, and dear friends, reading from the Hagadah, chanting songs, reliving the stories from the past and eating far too much delicious food. Passover is a wonderful holiday that brings to mind images of Jewish homes throughout the world filled with light and love, laughter, and food. I hope that your home too will be full of moments that will become wonderful memories for all those present. In my home, we have a tradition of searching for the Afikkomen that has taken on a life of its own. Family members import friends from other Seders to partake in our ritual of the now famous search! When I experience this, a feeling of joy and happiness overtakes me as I am filled with gratitude and appreciation that such wonderful and amazing people surround my home and my life. My wish for each of you is that you will take the time to think about your immediate families, yourselves, and your Pride family. Be strong of heart, kind of spirit, and good to yourselves and

others. Be healthy, be well and be a positive influence in the lives of those around you. Michele and I wish each of you a heartfelt Chag Sameach. Steven Bloom

Synagogue Chair House Chair

L’CHAIM – TO L I FE

f someone were to define my role as Security Chairman, they might simply think that I am responsible for the safety and the securing of

the building. They would not realize that I too strive to ensure we have the tools available so that our congregant’s health and well being, while in our building, are met. Whether it is for Shabbat services, a simcha, daily minyan prayers or one of classes, emergency situations may arise where congregants may require medical attention. It is in terms of this health and well being that I am launching a L’Chaim campaign to raise funds to purchase a portable defibrillator machine for our Shul. We currently have 2 oxygen tanks, donated to us by our members, as well as a simple first aid kit with an outdated blood pressure monitor. We need to do better. We need to have access to the proper equipment to safeguard the health of our congregants while they are in our house. I am asking for donations to cover the cost of a portable defibrillator machine. I am currently investigating purchasing this machine through Mikey network, an organization that has made it their mission to make these available to a variety of locations across the city. In addition, I would also like to update our blood pressure monitor and our first aid kit. The cost of all of the equipment is approximately $2,500.00 and training is provided for the proper use of these. To make a donation towards the L’Chaim campaign, please contact Susan in the office or myself. Tax receipts will be issued for all contributions.

Stewart Bloom

Security Chair

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MEMBERSHIP

t was a wonderful day on February 7 at shul. The building was buzzing with a bar mitzvah. We had our first Family Shabbat Program.

And, we celebrated Tu B’Shvat with special foods at Kiddush following services. This is what we’re all about; we can be something for everyone. I’m thrilled to say we had six new, unaffiliated families attend the Family Shabbat Program which is open to all ages. We had three bar mitzvah families - parents, grandparents, sisters, and little ones as young as just over a year old. The bar mitzvah families had their first taste of the activity at the bima and the toddlers and their parents played and relaxed in the Brotherhood Room. It was wonderful to hear one of the parents say “I wish I had something like the Family Shabbat Program when I was growing up.” This is how we show value to members and prospective members. To all you long time members out there, I say bring your children and grandchildren to the Family Shabbat Program. Let them see that there are programs here for them where they can meet other young Jewish families and carry on their traditions at the same time. It gave me a lot of hope for the future of this congregation. When young families bring their friends, their sisters, and parents, they want to hold on to that feeling, nurture it and see it grow. If they bring two friends and they bring two friends, it will be standing room only at High Holy Days!! I want to give special thanks to the following: Bob Bloom for leading this important

program Aaron Bloom for taking on gabai duties and

more Rav Sean for finding the time to come down

and mingle, even though he was missing Larry on the bima

Rav Jen for sharing Jessie Gorman for chanting Torah Alan Marks for arranging catering, and Al Perlmutar and Central Printing for printing

our special Family Shabbat Siddur

The next Family Shabbat Program is planned for March 7. Come yourselves, bring your kids, bring a friend, and showcase your Shul. Todah Raba! Bonnie Moatti

Membership Chairman

S I S TERHOOD NEWS

ark your calendars! Our annual sisterhood dinner is scheduled for Tuesday, May 5th and our major

fundraiser – with guest speaker Aruna Papp is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10th. More details can be found in this edition of shul matters. Bridge Tables Needed We are looking for bridge tables. If you have one that you no longer need, please drop it off at the Synagogue office. You can also leave a message at the shul with a contact number or send a note to prideofisrael.sisterhood@outlook.com and we will arrange to have someone pick it up. Trip to Israel Sisterhood is thinking of putting together a trip to Israel in conjunction with SAR-EL where, as a group, we would volunteer to work on an IDF base. If you are interested in finding out more, please leave a message at the synagogue office (416-226-0111 ext. 10) or send a note to: prideofisrael.sisterhood@outlook.com and we will arrange to have a SAR-EL representative come and talk to us. Wishing you and your family a Happy Passover. Carol Arshoff

Sisterhood President

NE W WEBS I T E Our new website is now available The address is www.prideofisraelshul.org. It contains a variety of new features that were not available on the old website. Eventually, the old website (www.prideofisraelsynagogue.com) will take visitors to the new one automatically.

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A SHABBAT TO

REMEMBER

e were all greatly moved by the recent observance of the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. Much of

the western media meaningfully covered the return of hundreds of survivors, their children, and the diplomats of many western democracies to this place of utmost horror and human degradation, where over 1.5 million Jews, Gypsies, gays, and dissidents perished, and others suffered so greatly yet somehow survived. When we realize that Auschwitz was only one cog in the Nazi death machine that would result in the murder of 6 million Jews, we as a people seek to find some meaning in that madness and a way to properly remember and memorialize the death and suffering of so many of our people. Although the Second World War ended in 1945, it is only recently through natural growth that Jews have regained their world population numbers that existed prior to that war. And it is encouraging that many western democracies have constructed Holocaust museums and have instituted Holocaust studies in their school systems to not only educate but also to hope that such atrocities will never be repeated. In the West, Holocaust deniers are shunned and exposed for their anti-Semitic views. A body of evidence based on the sworn testimony of eye-witness survivors, liberators, and perpetrators, along with pictures and supportive documentation, made necessary in a variety of court cases pertaining to the deportation and trial of Nazis and their collaborators, and of racists and their criminal rantings and writings, have formed legal precedents in our case law that should establish the Holocaust as a legal fact for the future. Yet there are places now in Europe where Jews do not feel safe and secure. The recent events of Paris are still etched in our minds. A non-Jewish journalist recently decided to wear a kippa and a Star of David necklace and walk the streets of his large Swedish city to gage the reaction; he was cursed and threatened.

An English paper decided, in anticipation of the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, to actually ask as its question of the day whether it was even necessary to still recall the holocaust. And then there is the rest of the world. In the Middle East, hundreds of millions of people believe the Holocaust did not exist or has been exaggerated for political gain. Vile and disturbing cartoons and caricatures of Jews are routinely depicted in Middle Eastern papers eerily similar to those displayed in the beginnings of Nazi Germany. So what are we Jews to do? We are to stand tall in memory and in defiance, and by our actions give true meaning to the words “Never Again.” In Israel, on the 27th day of Nissan, air raid sirens will go off throughout the country and Israelis will stop what they are doing and stand in silence in holocaust remembrance. If they are walking on the sidewalk of their cities they will stop and stand. If they are driving their cars on highways they will stop their cars, exit their vehicles, and stand in silence. After consultation with our rabbi, we propose to establish a Shabbat morning to remember. Our members and congregants who are survivors or the children of survivors are invited to come to service and be given an aliya on the Shabbat morning of May 2, 2015. We will have both speaking and non-speaking honours. If you are a survivor or child of one, please contact the synagogue office and provide your name and telephone number and either ask for an aliya to be called to the Torah or for a non-speaking aliya and please have your family members come out to support you. For a torah honour for a male, we also ask that you provide information as to whether you are Cohen, Levi, or Yisroel. Even if you do not qualify, please make it a special point to attend. Let us stand tall together. Carl Zeliger

Ritual Chair

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RABBI RECEIVES

AWARD Rav Sean has been awarded the Order of York Centre Award. This award is designed to recognize the recipients’ involvement and commitment to the community of York Centre. The board of governors and the entire congregation is delighted to congratulate Rav Sean for the award, and to acknowledge all that he does for our congregation, and the community at large – much of it behind the scenes. A hearty Yasher Koach from us all. Rav Sean with Mark Adler, MP for York Centre, receiving the Order of York Centre.

UPCOMING EVENTS (also see upcoming Simchas on this page)

Saturday, March 7, Family Shabbat Program

Monday, March 9, Men’s Club Executive meeting

Saturday, April 4, Family Shabbat Program

MAZEL-TOV To Esther and Michael Filer on the bar mitzvah of

their son, Jack Filer. Proud grandfather is Berman Efraim.

To Bonnie and Ronald Weingust on the bar mitzvah of their son, Mitchell Weingust.

To Ellen Kruger Bloom and Robert Bloom on the B’Nai Mitzvahs of their son and daughter, Jonathon and Rachel Bloom. Proud grandparents are Stanley and Beverley Kruger.

To Bernice and the late Aaron Biranbaum on the marriage of their granddaughter, Naomi, daughter of Shari & David Vodianoi to Mordechai, son of Heshi and Bayla Kuhnreich.

UPCOMING SIMCHAS Saturday, April 18, Bar Mitzvah for Jack Filer Sunday, April 19, Bar Mitzvah for Mitchell

Weingust. Saturday, April 25, B’nai Mitzvot for Jonathon

and Rachel Bloom.

BOOKINGS Simcha coming up? Bookings for the year 2017 are now being accepted. Please call Susan at 416-226-0111, ext. 12 for all inquiries.

CONDOLENCES To Jack Baker on the loss of his grandson, Justin

Rose. To Esther Zon on the loss of her husband, Sid

Zon. To the family of the late Harry Swartz. To Noreen Swartz on the loss of her brother-in-

law, Harry Swartz. To Debra & Carl Zeliger on the loss of her

mother, Shosh (Rose) Teitel. To Gladys and Bryan Aronson on the loss of her

father, Dr. Gerald Sarwer Foner. To the family of the late Minnie Borden.

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DONATIONS We gratefully acknowledge the following donations received between December 17, 2014 and January 31, 2015 General Donations Judy Abraham Bryan & Gladys Aronson Hymie & Carol Blum Robert & Frances Chesney Athol & Barbara Cohen Berman Efraim Leo & Alice Friedman Honey Goldberg Joseph & Sharon Goldstein Norm & Gloria Jacobs Michael & Shawna Kamien Jana & David Lucatch Allan & Toby Perlmutar Martin & Helen Risen Doris Shack Betty Singer Phyllis Weinrib Michael & Randi Weiser Kosher Food Bank Ed & Heather Gilbert Honey GoldbergWilfred & Dona Lindo Arnie & Helen Winer Building Fund Saul & Harriet Carr Joseph & Sharon Goldstein Prayer Book Fund Isaac & Ruth Glowinsky Rabbi’s Discretionary Fund Lynda & Joel Koskie Tillie Jacobs Fund Kenneth & Donna Atkin Norm & Gloria Jacobs

PU S H K A BO X P R O G R A M Thank you to everyone who contributed to our Pushka box programme in 2014. Your tax receiptable contributions totalling $1,961 made this programme a success during the past year.

I urge everyone to please consider helping us achieve an even higher amount during this calendar year. A few coins a week, including your old pennies, add up fast.

A special thank you to the following individuals for their contributions this past year:

Robert & Frances Chesney Robert Epstein Hanna Fridman Irene Fuller Harry & Sarah Glowinsky Isaac & Ruth Glowinsky Joe & Sharon Goldstein Marc & Michelle Goldstein Steve & Phyllis Goldwasser Elizabeth Klein Stanley & Beverley Kruger Alan & Cindy Marks Pierre & Bonnie Moatti Harold & Hannah Sommers Charles & Lynda Weinberg Elita Wigoda Wayne & Sheryl Wolfstadt Carl & Debra Zeliger And to those who contributed to the box located outside the office window

Sharon Goldstein

Pushka Box Committee

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Pride of Israel Sisterhood Fundraiser

Spend An Evening with Aruna Papp

Hear this amazing woman speak.

A dessert reception and book signing will follow

When: Wednesday, June 10, 2015 @ 7:30 p.m.

Where: Pride of Israel Synagogue59 Lissom Crescent Toronto, ON M2R 2P2

Tickets will go on sale April 15, 2015:General Admission: $36Premium Seating: $54Reserved Seating & Dinner with Aruna: $180At Door General Admission: $45

For more information, email Prideofisrael.sisterhood@outlook.com

Aruna Papp is a nationally and internationallyrecognized educator and advocate of human rightswho has inspired many with her courage, wisdom, andcompassion. Join us as Aruna talks about her life, herfocus on culturally rooted gender based violence, and,how she gave a voice to thousands of Canadian girlsand women living in quiet desperation.

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KOSHER FOOD

BANK We should be very proud of our Kosher Food Bank, which fills a critical need in our community. Many volunteers put a great deal of time and energy into our Kosher Food Bank. The groceries have to be purchased, and this requires money, which comes only from donations made by kind caring people. Please call or drop by the office to donate food or money.

PRIDE OF ISRAEL

NEWSLETTER We want to make this newsletter interesting and useful. We welcome articles, pictures, and anything else that you think our members may find interesting. Please send your submissions, photos, etc. to admin@prideofisraelsynagogue.com, and comments to the editor directly at shul@jdsherman.com. Copy editing by Jeffrey Sherman, Michele Axelrod and Steve Goldwasser. Most flyers by Helen Risen. Unsigned material and proofreading by many people including Jeffrey Sherman, Michele Axelrod, Bonnie Moatti, Helen Risen, Marty Risen, and Susan Akler. Thank you to everyone who contributed including those not acknowledged here! Jeffrey D. Sherman Editor Contents of this newsletter ©2015 Pride of Israel Synagogue. Printed in Canada. Reproduction is permitted provided that the source is acknowledged.

CHAMETZ SA LE FO RM

(Please send to the Pride of Israel office. If you have any question, please call Rav Sean.)

I_________________________, authorize Rav Sean Gorman to act as my agent for the purpose of selling my Chametz, my home(s), and my pets for the holiday of Passover. As well, Rav Gorman is authorized to loan my hametz keilim (utensils and pots) for the holiday period. This sale is legally binding. I also authorize Rav Gorman to designate any agent to act on his behalf in this regard.

The sale applies to the following address(es):

1.___________________________________

2.____________________________________

3.____________________________________

My signature is affixed below:

Signature:_____________________________

Date:_________________________________

DONATIONS

In ancient times, visitors to the Temple in Jerusalem made donations to the Temple, today Jews donate to charity. Giving to charity is an important Jewish value.

In honour of your loved ones, you may donate to a charity of your choice: the merit of this is shared with the departed so they and you both benefit. And of course, you get a tax credit as well.

You may specify for whom the donation is in memory of, or in honour of. You can also specify that the donation is for one of the shul’s special funds such as the Rabbi’s Fund, Prayer Book Fund, Mariam Peters Scholarship Fund, Tillie Jacobs Fund, the Building Fund, the Kosher Food Bank, or sponsor an upcoming program.

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PRIDE OF ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE

59 Lissom Crescent, North York, ON M2R 2P2, (416) 226-0111 fax (416) 226-0128

Office hours Monday to Thursday 9-5, Friday 9-1. Closed Jewish and statutory holidays.

website: www.prideofisraelshul.org

Directory ext. email

Accountant 13 accounts@ prideofisraelsynagogue.com Booking events 12 bookings@ prideofisraelsynagogue.com Cantor Charles Weinberg 10 Chairman of synagogue Steven Bloom 18 steven@kvkgroup.com Donations 10 admin@ prideofisraelsynagogue.com Funeral and shiva information 6 Membership chair Bonnie Moatti bonnie moatti@rogers.com Cell: 416 219-2030 Office hours and special events 19 President SBS Willie Lindo 10 Rabbi Sean Gorman 16 rav_sean@ prideofisraelsynagogue.com Reception and general queries 10 admin@ prideofisraelsynagogue.com Ritual director Larry Spring 14 ritualdirector@ prideofisraelsynagogue.com Service times 5 Sisterhood president Carol Arshoff prideofisrael.sisterhood@outlook.com Suggestions and comments about this newsletter shul@jdsherman.com

BENEFITS OF BELONGING TO THE PRIDE OF ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE

Reserved Seating at High Holy Day Services (includes 2 adult seats plus reduced rates

for children, students & family members) Member prices for High Holiday seats for members’ immediate family (parents,

grandparents, and adult children over age 21) Family Seating where children are welcome; and, babysitting is provided. Junior

Congregation programs during the High Holy Days, and throughout the year. Use of the hall included when catering is booked for life events* Clergy services provided (Rabbi, Cantor, or Ritual Director) for life events: Bar/Bat

Mitzvahs**, Baby namings, Weddings, Funerals, etc. Cemetery privileges available for those who qualify and become members of the Pride of

Israel Sick Benefit Society (certain conditions apply) A sense of belonging, a friendly community, a place to call home

* Must be a member for two years

**Does not include Bar/Bat Mitzvah lessons

For information on other benefits of belonging to the Pride of Israel Synagogue, please call Bonnie Moatti at 416 219-2030. To speak with our rabbi, Rav Sean Gorman, please call 416 226-0111, extension #16.

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