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At the heart of every Chabad House lies the spirit of Abraham’s inn, a place where all are welcomed warmly, given sustenance, and reminded of G-d’s presence in the world. Just as Abraham’s inn was a beacon of monotheism and ethical living in an idolatrous world, Chabad Houses around the globe serve as sanctuaries of light and faith in a world too often darkened by antisemitism and hostility.
Today, Chabad Houses stand as symbols of Jewish pride and resilience. Our open doors embody an unwavering commitment to share the beauty of Jewish life and Torah values, regardless of the circumstances. In cities where antisemitism looms, a Chabad House is a reminder of Abraham’s legacy—a place where fear and hatred are met with love and learning.
The influence of a Chabad House extends far beyond those who walk through its doors. Like Abraham’s inn, the mere presence of these institutions in a city radiates a powerful message of unity, kindness, and the steadfast presence of Jewish life. By boldly upholding Torah values in every corner of the globe, Chabad helps to foster a more compassionate and understanding world, bringing us closer to an era of peace and brotherhood that Abraham first envisioned. In an era where antisemitism seeks to divide and destroy, Chabad Houses stand as fortresses of faith and unity.
May we soon witness the arrival of Moshiach, when all forms of hatred and antisemitism will be eradicated, and the world will be filled with peace and Divine light.
Shabbat shalom,
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Candle Lighting Times
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LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE:
Friday, November 15 @ 4:29pm
Shabbat Ends: Saturday, November 16 @ 5:25pm
Come pick up a Shabbat Candle lighting kit with the prayers and instructions.
LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE
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Holidays & SHABBOS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
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NO Evening Services & YES Morning Services & YES Soup and Challah
MAZEL TOV! IT’S OFFICIAL – WE HAVE OUR BUILDING PERMIT!
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR GENEROUS DONORS, ESPECIALLY THOSE WHO HAVE MADE DEDICATIONS!
To review the DEDICATIONS that are still available click here: (Short link chabadatlacosta.com/JLC)
NEW JLI COURSE STARTED THIS WEEK
Nurturing Relationships 6 Weeks
Jewish Wisdom for Building Deeper, Richer Connection in All Your Relationships
Relationships don’t just happen—they’re nurtured. This course empowers you to enhance, enrich, and nurture all your interpersonal relationships—at home, at work, and beyond.
Explore classic Jewish texts to uncover knowledge and skills for practicing
Empathy
Active Listening
Navigating Disagreement
Staying Positive
Influencing Others
Forgiveness
This course will satisfy most states' continuing education requirements for Medical Doctors, Psychologists, Social Workers, LMFTs, and LMHC/LPCs.
Go to myjli.com/continuingeducation for a complete accreditation statement.
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Textbook included (PDF or hardcopy) and the course is being recorded. YOU CAN STILL SIGN UP.
Call Nechama to Register 760-612-9787 or www.myJLI.com for more info
Hebrew School News – HEBREW IMMERSION!
Yesterday we learned about the letter Gimmel ג and Geshem גשם . We started a curriculum where we will go through all of the Alef Bet and learn about something that we are grateful for, starting with the letter of the week.
The first week was א אור . Alef for Ohr- light. And we made lanterns.
Last week was ב בית. Bet for Bayit- house and we made Birchat Habayit to hang in our homes.
Yesterday we learned about Geshem- rain and made rain in a bottle!
The children have also begun alef champ which is a self paced hebrew reading program.
I am so proud of all of our ckids students and parents ❤
Chanukah is Coming SOON…
We are proud to announce our full list of Chanukah activities! We sure hope YOU will join us.
Family Chanukah Experiences
- Encinitas Block Party, Dec. 25th, 4pm – 6pm (Contact us for the location.)
- Sunday, December 29th, 4:30pm – 6:30pm at the Forum Carlsbad
- Monday, December 30th, 4:30pm – 6:30pm at the Carlsbad Premium Outlets
Music
Chanukah Themed Arts-n-crafts
Dreidels Galore
Delicious Jelly Doughnuts
Homemade Hot Latkes & Applesauce
Live Entertainment
For more information, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/chanukah
Celebrating Thanksgiving as the Family We Are
We are again offering a Thanksgiving feast at the shul for those who wish to participate as a community. If your biological family is out of town and you are not able to travel to them, join your family here and celebrate with us!
Highlights of the evening will include a magnificent feast featuring turkey and all of the trimmings. As far as entertainment goes… Rabbi Eilfort bestows native American names on everyone who wants one. It is a once-a-year tradition going back decades and has become a focal point of the celebration.
The cost to attend is $36 per adult (13+) and $18 per child (3-12). Advanced reservations are a must by responding to this message.
December 24th Ancient Jewish American Custom Observed
On the evening of December 24th, a much-observed custom has arisen amongst the Jewish community of the United States; to eat Chinese food. Being that there is a severe shortage of Kosher Chinese restaurants in San Diego, Chabad at La Costa will be offering a Chinese Food Feast! Not only will there be a full buffet of Chinese favorites, there will also be games and lots of fun!
Advanced reservations are a must by responding to this email.
The cost is $25 per adult (13+) and $10 per child (3-13).
Weekly Torah Class with Rabbi Sholom
Join Rabbi Sholom Eilfort, virtually, as he gives a weekly class in the Torah Portion. You can view the class on Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort’s Facebook feed (must be Facebook “Friends” with Rabbi Eilfort to be able to see the class).
A number of commentaries are curated to make the class profound while also covering the basics. Everyone is invited to join. There is no cost to participate.
Thursdays at 6pm.
Security Guard Sponsor Sought – Can You Help?
We have a wonderful security guard who keeps a watch over us while we are in services. The cost is $250 per week. We are looking for a sponsor this week and future weeks. If you are able to help please donate securely by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/donate. Thank you!
How to Make a Donation (or Payment)
We would be nowhere without the generous support of our community. Please know that your support is profoundly appreciated!
There are many ways to donate besides checks and cash. Following, please find a list of the various other ‘platforms’ that are available for secure donations that go directly and entirely into the synagogue account (even though they say Nechama's name).
1. PayPal [email protected] or PayPal.me/Neilfort
2. Venmo @Nechama-Eilfort
3. Cashapp $nechamae
4. Zelle (Bank of America) [email protected]
5. Personal credit card chabadatlacosta.com/donate
6. Join our Legacy Circle - see below
Kiddush Sponsor – ADDITIONAL SPONSORS SOUGHT
The Kiddush this week is being sponsored by Rabbi Yeruchem and Rebbetzin Nechama Eilfort in honor of the Yarzeit of David Eilfort, Dovid ben Zev, may his memory be a blessing.
It is also being sponsored by an anonymous donor.
Each Shabbos after services, our beautiful community enjoys Shabbos lunch together. It is a true celebration where we bask in each other’s company while savoring delicious food.
YOU ARE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE
We are always seeking additional sponsors, so if you can sponsor a Kiddush, please let us know.
An Important Note about Kiddushes –
The policy of the shul is to allow multiple sponsors for every Kiddush unless it is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or something similar (like a 50th wedding anniversary etc.).
There is no such thing as an exclusive Kiddush sponsor.
This is our policy for numerous reasons, not least of which is the fact that Kiddush sponsorships help generate much-needed income for our community and encourages more people to participate.
We thank you for your support and understanding!
Soup & Challah Sponsors
Soup and Challah is being sponsored by Clive Walden & the estate of Channah Hale.
NEED MORE DRIVERS
Challah is delivered to Mental Health Residential Centers in the area, people undergoing chemotherapy, and people who really love the addition to their Shabbos experience.
Deliver and get a bag of challah for your family as well!
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RABBI'S WEEKLY ARTICLE
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Rabbi's Thoughts and Haftarah Overview
One People with One G-d, One Torah, and One Land
By: Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort
The election is finally over.
Baruch Hashem! What a tremendous relief! And no, I am not referring to any particular race or ballot measure passing or failing. Rather, I have come to face each subsequent election cycle more apprehensively than the last.
Is it just me, or does each successive election seem to be more contentious than the last? The level of hysteria, rhetoric and hyperbole goes north, while the level of mutual respect, and (dare I say it?) love, declines.
Yes! I am speaking to YOU. Each of us is mutually responsible for each other and if a negative is detected, it is up to us to address it and work on improving it. How? By modeling behavior that is appropriate, instructive, and inspirational.
We recently began our yearly cycle of “living with the times, the Weekly Torah portion.” As such we are currently “living with” our beloved Patriarchs and Matriarchs. Personally, I absolutely adore this part of the yearly narrative. I continue to be profoundly inspired by the lovingkindness of Abraham and Sarah, the intense spirituality and self-refinement of Isaac and Rebecca, and of the nation-building under the most challenging of circumstances of Jacob and Rachel, Leah, Bilhah and Zilpah.
Our Mothers and Fathers left us a legacy of feeling responsible not only for each other, but for the world at large. They demonstrated, through their actions, how to make a positive impact on the world.
Was their mission an easy one to accomplish? Not at all! In fact, it was fraught with difficulties and tests. But somehow they managed to transform those tests into opportunities for growth and catalysts to accomplish real, positive change in their surroundings.
That ability and drive is found in each of us, it is in our DNA. It is why the Jewish people are born activists. It is why we continually feel the need to challenge the status quo, to not rest until we are satisfied that even the poorest stranger among us is properly cared for. But having the drive is not nearly enough. It behooves us to channel that drive, directing it in positive paths. An unchanneled drive, like a river that has overflowed its banks, is dangerous and destructive.
No, we must combine our drive with discretion, differentiating between worthy endeavors as opposed to destructive pursuits. In this case, good intentions are not enough. We must learn to judge the tree by the wholesomeness of the actual fruit it produces. If our driving energy leads us to burn down buildings, or to dehumanize those who think differently, we can rest assured that we are on the wrong path.
We must walk the narrow line of respecting everyone, and tolerating dissenting opinions, while at the same time remaining true to the ideals, ethics, and morals, of the Torah. We must always take the high road.
We see this approach modeled by our Patriarchs and Matriarchs. The world of politics, which is by definition divisive, should not be our driving motivation on a daily basis. The purpose of an election is to create one out of many. The many voices weigh in, and then, when the votes are counted and the majority found, we rejoin with each other as one people to work towards a better world. We must ascribe to all good intentions, not only when we agree, but especially when we disagree.
Interestingly, the Torah does not tell us Abraham’s feelings towards the ascension of Avimelech to the throne. Abraham concerned himself with other things – bringing Heaven down to earth knowing that immersion in politics would hinder his true calling.
Now, let us reinvigorate our devotion to G-d, to His Torah, to His Land, and to His People, and create One from the many!
Shabbos Parshas VaYeira
Kings II 4:1 -37.
In this week's Torah reading, G‑d promises a child to Abraham and Sarah, despite childless Sarah's advanced age. This week's haftorah describes a similar incident that occurred many years later — the prophet Elisha assuring an elderly childless woman that she will bear a child.
The haftorah discusses two miracles performed by the prophet Elisha. The first miracle involved a widow who was heavily in debt, and her creditors were threatening to take her two sons as slaves to satisfy the debt. When the prophet asked her what she had in her home, the widow responded that she had nothing but a vial of oil. Elisha told her to gather as many empty containers as possible — borrowing from neighbors and friends as well. She should then pour oil from her vial into the empty containers. She did as commanded, and miraculously the oil continued to flow until the last empty jug was filled. The woman sold the oil for a handsome profit, and had enough money to repay her debts and live comfortably.
The second miracle: Elisha would often pass by the city of Shunam, where he would dine and rest at the home of a certain hospitable couple. This couple even made a special addition to their home, a guest room designated for Elisha's use. When the prophet learned that the couple was childless, he blessed the woman that she should give birth to a child in exactly one year's time. And indeed, one year later a son was born to the aged couple.
A few years later the son complained of a headache and died shortly thereafter. The Shunamit woman laid the lifeless body on the bed in Elisha's designated room, and quickly summoned the prophet. Elisha hurried to the woman's home and miraculously brought the boy back to life.
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SPECIAL WISHES
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Condolences | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Yarzeits
PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDAR FOR BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, AND YARZEITS AS WELL AS OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND NEWS
HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Sholom Eilfort, Madeleine Rott, Tanya Mintz, Jacob Reisman, and all of those celebrating their birthdays this week!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating anniversaries this week!
WE REMEMBER Faye Hale, Faye Infeld, David Eilfort, Jeri Reisman, Stephen Cohen, David Fish, Jennie Richard, and all of those whose Yarzeit is observed this week.
May Mike Schwartz, Doreen Prager, Rachel Perez, Clive Walden, Sheila Lebovitz, Adam Lemberger, Sandy Radom, Rachel bas Shoshana, Roz Mintz, Sandra Sapol, Penny Chapman, Marissa Sacco, and Greg Leon be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery!
Kiddush Sponsors:
November 16th – Eilfort Family in memory of David Eilfort
Anonymous
November 23rd- Miriam Reisman in memory of Jeri Reisman
November 30th – Perez Family in memory of Elias Perez
Alter Family in memory of Doris Markus
Naomi Judith in memory of Shmuel Moish Olkon
December 7: Chadwick Family in honor of Eli's Bar Mitzvah
KIDDUSH SPONSORS NEEDED
Sponsoring a Kiddush is a great way to feel part of the Chabad at La Costa family!
(You can co-sponsor a Kiddush)
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FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERING
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Giving & Helping Opportunities
Volunteering
Our Soup and Challah Project has been going on its FOURTH year! It was sponsored by Channah Hale and now carried on in her memory.
We are at the point that we need NEW volunteers to drive and deliver food packages around the area.
Please consider making this a part of your Friday routine. Volunteers pick up a few containers of soup and bags of challah at 3:00pm and delivering them to the door of the recipients. Volunteers also get soup and challah!
Enhanced Security
Our number one priority is to ensure the safety and security of our shul family. We have a robust security system in place. We have gone to the added expense of hiring a uniformed, armed guard, who is with us, watching over us, in addition to our internal security team.
The added layer of security is expensive. Please help us by donating to the security of our shul community by following this link: www.chabadatlacosta.com/donate. The cost is approximately $300 per week. All donations are tax-deductible.
New Mitzvah Opportunity
Bikur Cholim of SD Volunteers Needed!
There are a number of patients at UCSD La Jolla that have come from Israel to receive transplants here. They need our help!
Bikur Cholim of S Diego is a community organization helping the sick with care packages, visitation, driving spouses to and from the hospital, etc.
If you are able to give a few hours of your time, it will make another person's day that much better!
To get involved, sign up at www.BikurCholimSD.com
The Foundation Project - City Approved Plan
We are raising funds that will be used towards completing our basement. This project will include a TEEN LOUNGE, CLASSROOMS, a LIBRARY, OFFICES, STORAGE SPACE, BATHROOMS, and more. Call Rabbi to inquire about available dedications. The money we raise also goes towards scholarships for Hebrew School students, our Challah and Chicken Soup program, and all of our ongoing expenses.
New Dedications available www.chabadatlacosta.com/JLC
Create Your Jewish Legacy Plan for the Future - Now
We have been blessed with life! Yet, we know that no one lives forever. This begs the question, “What will your legacy be?” Most of us have children, and they certainly should figure prominently into our plans. But our children are only a part of what we leave behind. Just as we endeavor to give Tzedakah generously, so as to selflessly make the world a better place while we are alive, so too we need to make sure that we leave a percentage of our estates for the benefit of others. Judaism tells us that it is incumbent upon us to leave the world better than when we found it. We do this by giving Tzedakah.
We can help.
Chabad has partnered with the Jewish Community Foundation in the creation of our Legacy Circle "Generation to Generation - Ensuring a Jewish Tomorrow, Today". Many people do not prepare appropriately for the inevitable. They do not leave a will, or even if they do it is not consistent with Jewish Law. If one wants his body to be handled with the respect and care mandated by Jewish Law or if one wants the funeral service conducted according to Jewish Law, it must be arranged in advance. Don’t leave these critical details to luck!
Contact Rabbi Eilfort for a private appointment so these important matters can be handled how you want.
Send a personal email to [email protected] to schedule an appointment today.
We honor our Legacy Circle Members*:
Joel Barnett
Angela Chapman
Beverly Galperin
Anonymous 1
Channah Hale
Len Hyman
Devorah Katz
Sheila Lebovitz
Ilyse Loven
David Markoff
Anonymous 2
Karen Miller
Ed Richard
Ira Schechtel
Sharon Silverstein
Steve and Cindy Marion Walker
Anonymous 3
*Has provided Chabad with a Declaration of Intent.
Click here for a Declaration of Intent and more information
Memorial Plaques & Tree of Life Plaques Available
Our beautiful Memorial Boards have been installed. We specifically designed our custom-built bookcases to ‘frame’ each of the boards. The first Memorial Board was dedicated by the Brunelle Family, the second Board was dedicated by the Alter Family, and the new Board has been dedicated by Miriam Reisman in memory of her husband, Harold.
We are currently offering Memorial Plaques to those who wish to perpetually honor the memory of a loved one in a most dignified and permanent manner. Those who dedicate Memorial Plaques will also receive yearly reminders of the Yarzeit in the newsletter and in the calendar and the light on the Board will be illuminated each year on the Yarzeit. The donation is only $500 per Memorial Board plaque.
We also have a gorgeous Tree of Life dedicated by the Lieberman Family that has been ‘growing. The purpose of the plaques on the Tree of Life is to commemorate joyous occasions (like Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversaries, special birthdays, weddings etc.). The donation is $180 for a leaf on the Tree of Life.
Those who wish to participate should send an email to [email protected], or call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891.
We are excited to designate a section of our Tree of Life to our Legacy Circle. Watch the Tree and see article above.
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CHABAD VIRTUAL & IN PERSON Classes
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We have an ever-expanding menu of online learning opportunities for everyone. Below please find an overview of our current classes and a schedule of when you can join in on Facebook Live. If you miss the live class you can watch the recorded version, on Facebook.
Rabbi Sholom Eilfort will be giving a class about Shemini Atzeres and Simchas Torah on Monday, Chol HaMo'ed Sukkos, at 6pm
JLI Course - this series of courses requires registration...
Coastal Gan - GROWING AGAIN!
We are looking for NEW STUDENTS and NEW STAFF
We are accepting infant and preschool age children.
I Please Like the shul’s Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/ChabadatLaCosta
For up to date pictures and announcements follow our Facebook Page and join our community Group.
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A COMMUNITY FOR YOU AND ME
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Coastal Chabads are here for YOU
COMMUNITY NEWS
Kosher Food Options in SD:
Ralph's La Jolla - a full service Kosher market, bakery, and deli, dairy (CY) also available. Store Hours 5am to 1am. Counter hours 9-5 (Fridays 9-2)
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-597-1550
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego and RCC
Harissa - Mediterranean Cuisine (used to be Botanic Burger) Sun 10:30am-5:30pm Mon-Thurs 10:30am-8pm
4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 (in the JCC)
858-362-1353
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego
Parisien Gourmandises - Dairy items NOT CY Pareve items are acceptable, some CY items available M-Th 9am-5:30pm
7643 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (inside Floral Palette La Jolla)
858-352-6552
KSA Kosher
Spice at the Oceanview cafeteria UCSD - Spice station is a international themed restaurant, located within the Oceanview Terrace at UCSD. Hrs?
9500 Gilman Drive 0512, Thurgood Marshall College, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 822-1677
Star-K
Hamitbach - Israeli street food S-Th 11am-7pm F 11am-3pm
5664 Mission Center Rd #402, San Diego, CA 92108
Vaad HaRabbonim of San Diego
La Mesa Pizzaworks - Classic & Unique Pizzas. Ice cream Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri 11am-2pm
Saturdays Closed (check out our social media and website for special Saturday Nights that we will be open)
Dine in and takeout
Lamesapizzaworks.com
7406 University ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
Boker Kitchen - Coffee, Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza S-Th 9am-8pm F 9am-3pm
8935 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
Meats and Eats - Shopping for kosher meat, and poultry, mostly frozen goods. Packaged groceries and baked goods. M-Th 9am -7pm
12925 El Camino Real J-0, San Diego, CA 92130
(760) 756-7437
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Check packages for Kosher status.
Mega Glatt Mart - Large variety of meat and groceries. Hours S-Th 9-6 Fr 9-3
6375 El Cajon Blvd suite F San Diego, CA 92115
(310) 663-6528
Prepackaged items under RCC Check packages for Kosher status.
DAILY JEWISH NEWS Available in Your Inbox for Free!
Sign up, as we have, for the daily Jewish news by subscribing to the www.sdjewishworld.com. Our dear friend and noted writer, Don Harrison, curates a refreshing variety of Jewish-interest stories. The daily emails are refreshing, as they come from a Jewish perspective. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Simply logon to the website and follow the prompts to subscribe.
Security Protocols
Everyone is Subject to Search
No Firearms (We have a well-defined security plan in effect and any unauthorized firearms could create confusion and actually reduce security).
Backpacks Prohibited
All Bags Subject to Search
Need a Minyan?
If you need a Minyan to say Kaddish please give the office at least a few days’ notice. We are happy to provide this important service, but it takes time to arrange enough participants to assure the quorum is present. Please email [email protected] your request.
Shabbat Services with Meaning & Joy
Every Saturday we get together to celebrate the holy Shabbat in song and prayer. Our services are both traditional and user-friendly, as we fully recognize that not everyone has experience Davening (praying) in a traditional setting. What those who have joined have found is that the atmosphere in our synagogue is conducive to meaningful meditation. A knowledge of Hebrew is not necessary to participate. In fact, the only thing that is needed is the desire to learn and to connect to the Almighty. It is an enriching experience not to be missed! Shabbat services begin at 10am and conclude at approximately 12:30pm and are followed by a wonderful community lunch. There is no cost to attend and reservations are not needed.
Membership
NOW is the time to join the family! Membership includes High Holiday seats and discounts on other programs and activities. However, the main reason to join is to demonstrate your commitment to the future of Judaism in our area and to our community.
If you have already filled out and returned your Membership form please accept this message as our sincere thank you!
We urge you to pick the level of Membership and the financial commitment you feel comfortable with, and to fill out the form that you will find by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/membership. We thank all of our amazing donors!
Belonging to a Jewish Community is not only gratifying and fulfilling it is also extremely important, for within the community one finds a place to connect with G-d and one’s soul, a place of learning and spiritual enrichment, a great source of friends, a place to bestow one’s Jewish legacy upon his or her child/ren, and so much more. Check out www.ChabadatLaCosta.com to learn more.
The beauty of OUR Jewish Community is that we offer so many different options that everyone is sure to find something enriching and meaningful. Below please find a partial list of some of our current offerings. If you have never come by before pick an item or two and try it out. If you have already tried an item or two find another one that sounds interesting and give it a whirl. “Connection” – that is the name of the game and that is precisely what you will find here!
*Daily Minyan *Shabbat Services *Weekly Kiddush Luncheon *Mysticism Classes *Torah Portion Class *Hebrew School *Bar/Bat Mitzvah Training *Mommy and Me *Family Friday Night Services and Dinner *Women’s Group *Youth Activities *Pastoral Counseling *Holiday Programming *Community Meals *Hospital Visitation *Weekly Email Updates *Hospital Visitation *Mezuzah Campaign *Jewish Heritage Workshops *Jewish Learning Institute Affiliate *Jewish Encinitas *Chabad of Carlsbad N *Coastal Gan Preschool *Ckids Hebrew School
Shul Etiquette
Those who join us regularly for Shabbat services will agree that we have something very special going. The family-friendly atmosphere is unique and most inviting. We welcome everyone as though he/she is a long time member of the family.
At the same time it is important to remember that we are a synagogue. Our sanctuary is meant to be a place where it is conducive to finding inner peace and tranquility. That is why the Rabbis have many laws concerning the decorum of a shul.
It is appropriate to dress modestly and to dress somewhat formally in shul. Men should wear button down shirts, slacks (no jeans or shorts), with jackets and even ties when possible. Of course the head is to be kept covered at all times. Women should wear skirts that go past the knees and blouses with high neck lines and sleeves that cover the elbows. Married women should wear hats and the like.
Children must be supervised at all times by the parents except during Junior Congregation (11:30am). While we want the children to have a great time together it is also important that they do not become so wild and/or boisterous that they disturb those of us who are participating in the services.
We must remember that we should walk to shul and never park in the parking lot if there already eight cars parked. Finally, and we fully realize this goes against Jewish DNA, it is appropriate to come to shul ON TIME. While we know everyone is vying to be counted as the 10th, we are equally sure Hashem will give extra credit to those who come ON TIME at 10am (not to be confused with 11:30). We look forward to seeing you here!
Cell Phones & Chatting During Services
Needless to say the sanctuary on Shabbat or holidays is a place that must be conducive to reflective prayers and serenity. To help keep it this way, please refrain from engaging in any conversations during services and please do not bring in your cell phone. Thank you for your cooperation.
Critical Maintenance Issue – Your Cooperation Needed
PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY thing that may be flushed is toilet paper – NO EXCEPTIONS. This means tissue, baby wipes, paper towels, or any other product may NEVER be flushed, but instead must be disposed of in the provided trash receptacles.
THANK YOU for your cooperation!
Public Service Announcement – Let’s Work TOGETHER to Maintain OUR Shul
We have a beautiful shul. Everyone agrees. It is not easy to maintain everything, but we work hard to keep things clean and in good working order. We need your help.
Our sanctuary is graced with gorgeous, custom made, stained glass windows. These windows MUST be kept in pristine condition. Please respect the windows by only looking and never touching them. G-d forbid, they can easily be scratched if we are not careful. Also, please do not put ANY objects (cups, books, tissues etc.) on the window sills as it detracts from the windows.
Our custom-built furniture from Israel is as precious as it looks. People have put down cups (full and empty) on the partitions and the shelves. This is inappropriate. Children cannot sit on or climb on the furnishings – other than sitting in the pews as they were designed to be used. No exceptions.
Please put away your own Talis and prayer books, and replace the book racks when done using them. Please throw away your own garbage.
If we can all work together we will keep our shul beautiful!
THANK YOU for your understanding and cooperation.
Omni La Costa Resort Welcomes Chabad at La Costa Guests
We are pleased that our world-famous neighbor, the Omni La Costa Resort, has extended a special program offering all sorts of perks to those who book using the Chabad code when booking.
More than 600 people use the Chabad code each year ! Many people have expressed gratitude at having such world-class facilities in such close and convenient proximity to our Shul, and the joy at being to stay at the Omni and walk to Chabad for Shabbat services.
For discount details, to make your reservation, or to share the information with a friend, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/omni and click through. And remember to leave a positive review.
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T 760 438 2211
F 760 438 2014
►Rina Coleman is an Enrolled Agent with more than 20 years experience preparing taxes for all walks of life. Please contact her at [email protected] for a free 15 minute consultation.
►Marc Nimetz Farmers Insurance
It's almost all the same, until you have a claim!
Marc Nimetz
Farmers Insurance
15644 Pomerado Road, Suite 104
Poway, CA 92064
License #0H35885
858-866-8147 (Office)
858-603-4961 (Cell)
858-815-6930 (Fax)
►Jonathan Rozansky : Your Chabad Real Estate Agent & Mortgage Broker
Whether you are Selling, Buying or Refinancing your home, do not proceed without calling Jonathan Rozansky, a licensed realtor and mortgage professional, first. Jonathan will look out for your best interest and can answer all your real estate and financing questions. Call for a free market analysis report today.
Jonathan Rozansky
Direct (619) 392-1234
[email protected]
www.rozanskyteam.com
DRE. # 01754457
NMLS ID : 315987
► Ron Lewis Insurance Services
www.MedigapExpress.com
[email protected]
760-525-5769 - Cell
866-718-1600 - Toll-free
Specializing in Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Insurance!
• As an independent agent, I work with ALL the major insurance carriers.
• Let me do the shopping for you!
• I will save you money on your insurance premiums.
• Call me for a free, no-obligation quote.
• References available upon request.
► Neal Sperling Business Development
Highly talented, highly experienced business development/marketing consultant to wide range of businesses and non-profits can help you to find innovative new ways to raise money, launch, brand, market, sell, merchandise, and promote your products, services, and organization. Has written and improved wide variety of business plans, marketing plans, obtained major grants/new funding for a wide variety of ventures. Has unique ability to study most any business, quickly and creatively identify new sources of potential revenue, reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and drive more sales in the quickest time frames. Recognized expert on how to drive new sales via the internet. Acclaimed speaker to Southern California business groups, and particularly known for being a great “connector” with ability to introduce you to a wide variety of hard-to-reach decision-makers in various fields. Strong background in consumer products, medical products, high tech, "clean tech," "green" products, non-profits, much more. Call for details: cell: 818-219-9585.
►Dream Home Cinema
*Family Room Surround
*Wholesale House Audio
*Home Automation
Joseph Markowitz:
760-415-8742
[email protected]
►Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoos
I am a small Jewish farmer running my business in La Costa called Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoo. I arrive with my animals at little children's birthday parties, senior homes, graduation parties, and resorts in the area, to share my love of animals. I also do animal therapy with children and adults. Fantastic!! Call me to make an appointment or set up a birthday party.
Pam Glickman 760-535-5293
►Healthy Haven Live Radio Show with Anna Mintz
►Window Paintings and Murals by Eileen Tilt-Lavy contact info available
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