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Dear Friends,
The events last week at a synagogue in Texas, where several Jews were held hostage by a gunman threatening to kill them unless his demands were met, should remind us of the important idiom of “Kol Yisrael areivim zeh lazeh—all Jews are responsible for one another.”
The first time the Jewish people stood together as one nation was at Mt. Sinai, when we received the Torah from G-d, as described in this week’s Torah portion. We stood there “as one person, with one heart.”
Wherever a Jew may be and in whatever situation he may find himself, he will always be part of the collective Jewish family. We are spread out around the globe, we have many different backgrounds, and we don’t all look the same; but a Jew is a Jew, and when one Jew is in peril, it affects us all.
Thankfully, with G-d’s help, law enforcement was able to bring the situation to a relatively peaceful ending, allowing Jews around the world to breathe a sigh of relief. We prayed together, and we rejoiced together.
We continue to pray for peace and security for all people around the world. May we all experience only joy and happiness in our lives. And may we all experience the ultimate communal sigh of relief, with the coming of Moshiach!
Shabbat shalom,
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| SHABBOS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS |
| We are Open for Services this Week – And there will be Soup & Challah
We are being extremely careful and are asking the following to anyone contemplating coming:
- If you have ANY symptoms of Covid please do not come.
- If you have been around anyone who has Covid please do not come.
- If your doctor told you to be especially careful please do not come.
- If you are concerned/afraid please do not come.
- If you do come please keep your mask (properly) on at all times.
- Please maintain social distancing at all times.
- Please wash and sanitize your hands regularly.
This is a very difficult situation. We ask for your support and understanding as we do our absolute best in providing a vibrant spiritual home that is SAFE for our community. This means that even if you are not concerned about Covid please be thoughtful about those who are concerned. This means even if you are extremely concerned about Covid do not be judgmental of those who feel they must attend shul to ensure we have a minyan.
We simply MUST FIND A WAY to coexist and remain a close and loving community.
SPECIAL SHABBOS! – 10 Commandments to be Read
This Shabbos is the Torah portion of Yisro, which contains the 10 Commandments. Yes, THE 10 Commandments! The 10 Commandments have impacted human existence more than anything else in history. They have uplifted our lives and given all of us divine meaning in a mundane world.
It is a great Mitzvah for everyone who is able to attend the synagogue and listen to the same reading as will be done in synagogues around the world and as has been done since the Torah was given. We demonstrate by so doing that we are part of the unbroken chain, which connects us with the Jews who left Egypt and stood at the foot of Sinai.
Torah reading will take place at about 11am on Saturday. We hope to see you here.
Winter JLI Course Starting Soon
Eat. Work. Sleep. Repeat.
Does that sound like you?
How much time of your life is spent on what matters most?
What if I told you that, with a bit of Meditation from Sinai, you don’t need more time in your life to become “spiritual” because the most mundane chores of your life already contain the power to be transformed into truly meaningful, spiritual experiences?
It’s true that Judaism places great emphasis on action. As a result, many Jews have never been taught another important facet of Judaism: meditative practices to mindfully create deeply meaningful moments of spirituality within your daily living.
Whether you’ve practiced meditation before or not, this course will not only present the Jewish approach to meditation, it will both inspire and practically guide you into reaping the benefits of a more spiritual and mindful life.
With Meditation from Sinai, you won’t see life’s humdrum as tiresome and stressful, but rather as an abundance of sacred and unique opportunities of purpose.
So Eat. Work. Sleep.
But with Purpose.
Sign up at www.myjli.com
Tu bShvat Bracha Seder and Salads & Succulents Event
See pictures here
Kiddush Sponsor(s)
This week’s Kiddush is being sponsored by the Alter Family in honor of the Yarzeit of Werner Markus (Naomi’s father). May his Neshama (soul) have an Aliyah (ascend to a higher level of Gan Eden)!
More Beautiful Every Day
Two beautiful new displays are being installed to further enhance the beauty of our sanctuary; one is for the Weekly Kiddush Sponsor/s and the second has the blessing on the ceremonial washing of the hands for Challah.
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
Soup and Challah - YES - Soup & Challah This Week
We are always seeking additional volunteers to help deliver Soup and Challah. If you can help with this beautiful Mitzvah please respond to this message. Thank you and G-d bless!
We wanted to extend a very special thank you to Carrie Rossenfeld for her help every week!
We will still be offering Soup and Challah to those who request it. Sometimes we will need people to pick it up themselves from shul, depending on the volunteer drivers’ status. Our focus is now to have people join us at shul so we can enjoy Kiddush TOGETHER!
Our A Team is busy preparing Challahs for the community as this is being written (and THANK YOU to our amazing donors for making that happen!). However, we are facing a big challenge as we need angels to deliver the fruit of our ovens to our hungry constituents. If you are ready, willing, and able to assist please respond to this message or contact the Rebbetzin to volunteer ASAP. G-d bless you!
If you can help with deliveries, reach out to Kayla or Nechama.
Please note that all food is prepared and delivered using recommended safeguards.
Sponsors Appreciated (And Needed)
These are extraordinary times many people are reaching out for help and, Baruch Hashem / thank G-d, we are HERE to help! ‘We’ means YOU and US, TOGETHER. It is an amazing partnership that we have!
A very special thank you goes out to our “Super Sponsor” Channah Hale who has continuously stepped forward helping us to maintain this service!
We are extremely grateful to those who have reached out to help fund us, enabling us to serve others. Thank you to our amazing volunteer drivers - you can volunteer to deliver Soup and Challah!
Note About Sponsorships
You may have noticed that we seek multiple sponsors for the Kiddush, Challah, Soup, and Torah classes. We do this because we need to find ways to cover our budgetary shortfall that has been caused by the coronavirus. The donations coming to the shul have been dramatically reduced. We greatly appreciate those of you who are still supporting us! G-d bless you! We greatly appreciate your understanding as we seek ways of propping up the income necessary to keep things afloat. Your ideas about additional income streams are likewise greatly appreciated!
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| RABBI'S WEEKLY ARTICLE |
| Rabbi's Letter | Thought for the Week | Haftarah
Living with the Times - Yitro - Jethro
by Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort
Hero or Zero?
This week’s portion is titled, “Yitro” and is named after the father-in-law of Moshe (Moses), our teacher. At the outset of our portion we learn that Yitro joined up with the Jewish people following their successful war against the nation of Amalek, which was preceded by the destruction of the Egyptian army after they followed the Jewish people into the midst of the split Sea of Reeds.
It did not take Yitro long to make his presence felt amongst the people. He witnessed Moshe judging the people “from morning till night.” Every case was brought to Moshe for adjudication. Yitro wisely counseled Moses to establish a court system so that the people and Moshe himself would not become worn out by this unsustainable system. Moshe heeded his father in law and everything settled down and worked well.
This portion is arguably the single most important portion in the Torah as it includes the 10 Commandments.
We know that the name of a portion is indicative of its content. Whereas we can clearly see the connection of the name to the first part of the portion we can fairly ask what is the connection to the latter part; the part that includes the 10 Commandments?
The Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson of righteous memory, gives us a fascinating insight based upon an explanation of the Zohar (the foundational Kabbalistic text written by Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai).
The story of Yitro advising Moshe about establishing an appropriate legal apparatus can be understood in a much deeper way than the simple explanation that Yitro saw a need so he advised how to properly fulfill that need. The beginning of our portion states that Yitro testified that he came to join the Jewish people because he heard about all that G-d had done for the Children of Israel. Which episodes specifically inspired Yitro to join the Jews? The classic commentary Rashi explains those mentioned above, the splitting of the sea and the subsequent destruction of the Egyptians, and the attack and defeat of Amalek.
We know that there were many miracles that had occurred between the time Moses had last seen Yitro and Yitro deciding to join the people of Israel. Why were those two incidents so important?
Our Sages explain that each of those incidences demonstrate G-d’s attribute of justice, the attribute that resonated most profoundly with Yitro. The Egyptians had been cruel taskmasters towards their Jewish slaves and had oppressed them in many ways. However, the fact that they cast the Jewish babies into the water stood out as the most heinous and barbaric treatment of them all. What could be worse than terminating an innocent baby? Yitro’s saw the Egyptian army’s downfall in the crashing waves of the Sea of Reeds as a form of poetic just, or in the Hebrew, “Middah kinegged middah,” which means measure for measure.
The infamous Amalakites attacked the most vulnerable of the Jewish people, the old and infirm and other stragglers. The attack came after the Jews expressed doubt in G-d and His motives. This doubt resonated in the Amalakites who represent indifference and coldness towards G-dliness. It is precisely indifference that leads one to doubt G-d, His providence and power. When the Jews experienced doubt in G-d, they became vulnerable to attack. Along came Amalek to execute the attack. The Israelites drove them off handing them a horrendous defeat. And how did they accomplish this?
We learned last week that Moses oversaw the battle and when he raised his hands the Jewish people would vanquish Amalek. Raising his hands heavenward demonstrated to the Jewish warriors that they must look heavenward for their salvation, they must strengthen their trust in G-d. When they did, they won. Amalek was defeated by the very trait that they sought to undermine and exploit. Measure for measure.
Specifically these stories appealed strongly to Yitro’s sense of justice. Interestingly we learn about Yitro that he had sampled every known form of idol worship in his day before finally reuniting with Moses. What compelled Yitro to leave idolatry and embrace ethical monotheism as embodied in Judaism? Justice is what attracted Yitro. Therefore, when he came to the Israelite camp and he saw a system that was lacking due to a paucity of judges, Yitro spoke up. Moshe, being the humble servant of the Almighty recognized the truth in Yitro’s critique and followed his advice.
We can now also understand why the portion containing the 10 Commandments should be called Parshat Yitro – the portion of Yitro. The 10 Commandments are the definition of justice. Finally, Yitro found a system that addressed all of the inequities that exist. He was strongly attracted to the system that created and defined true justice for humanity. He found his path going forward!
May we all embrace the truism that our Law, the Holy Torah, is the path of justice for all humankind and is the superior way for every one of us to connect with the Almighty!
Wishing everyone a happy and HEALTHY Shabbos!
Haftarah of Parshat Beshalach
Isaiah 6:1–13.
This week's haftorah discusses Isaiah’s vision of the Heavenly Chariot (the merkavah), a revelation that was experienced by all the Israelites when G d spoke the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai—an event recounted in this week’s Torah reading.
Isaiah perceives G d sitting on a throne surrounded by angels. Isaiah vividly describes the angels and their behavior (in anthropomorphic terms). During the course of this vision, Isaiah volunteers to be G d’s emissary to transmit His message to the Israelites. He is immediately given a depressing prophecy regarding the exile the nation will suffer as punishment for their many sins—and the Land of Israel will be left empty and desolate, though there will be left a “trunk” of the Jewish people that eventually will regrow.
Weekly Sermon will take place immediately following the Daily Tanya class, which will begin at 8:45am
Join Rabbi Eilfort Friday afternoons at 12pm on Facebook Live for his Weekly Sermon. If you have not already done so, please send Rabbi Eilfort (Yeruchem Eilfort) a Friend Request on Facebook!
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| FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERING |
| GIVING & HELPING OPPORTUNITIES
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 for 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.
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
The Foundation Project - Donations
 We are raising funds that will be used towards completing our basement. This project will include a TEEN LOUNGE, CLASSROOMS, a PLAYGROUND, 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.
To donate securely online follow this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/donate.
Sponsor a Kiddush – Sponsors Needed
A huge thank you to our dedicated Kiddush Committee (including but not limited to): Naomi Alter, Sheila Lebovitz, Channah Hale, Kayla Perez, and the Rebbetzin.
Our weekly, communal lunch is a chance to enjoy our gorgeous Shabbos atmosphere, together with our wonderful community, in the beautiful surroundings of our breezeway and patios.
We thank our generous sponsors, without whom, none of this would be possible!
We always need additional sponsors. If you have a birthday, anniversary, Yarzeit, or some other occasion you want to beautifully commemorate while benefiting the entire community please consider Kiddush sponsorship (half sponsorships also available). We also hope that everyone will be supportive and understand that multiple sponsors benefits the shul and doesn’t, in any way detract, from your occasion
If you are interested please respond to this message or call the shul, 760-943-8891, and you will be put in touch with the appropriate party to make your occasion happen. Please see below for a list of the upcoming Kiddush Sponsors.
Easy Fundraising Opportunity
First, let us take this opportunity to thank all of those who have had Facebook Birthday Fundraisers for Chabad at La Costa! I cannot tell you how much Nechama & I appreciate it! The money we have received through these fundraisers has helped our shul continue with programming, delivering soup and challah as well as other activities.
Do you have a birthday coming up? We would be honored if you would consider making our shul the recipient of your birthday fundraiser. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to celebrate your birthday and do a wonderful Mitzvah at the same time? Thank you for your consideration and Happy Birthday!
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Condolences | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Yarzeits
OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES are extended to the families of the victims of the coronavirus & the other tragedies that have recently struck.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to to to Lindsay Brown, Leah Estrin, Meghan Alter, Jake French, Chad Brown, and all of those celebrating their birthdays this week!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating anniversaries this week!
WE REMEMBER Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka, Benjamin Lebovitz, Carl Sperling, Werner Markus, the Dreese Family (observed), the Hagenaar Family (observed), and all of those whose Yarzeit is observed this week.
May Brenda Joseph, Stephanie Lewis, Rachel Perez, Miriam Reisman, Channah Hale, Sheila Lebovitz, Adam Lemberger, Sandy Radom, and Roz Mintz, be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery!
Upcoming Kiddush Sponsors:
January 22: Alter Family in memory of Werner Markus
January 29: Jason & Rina Coleman in honor of their belated birthdays
February 5: Eileen Tilt-Lavy Need CoSponsor
February 12: Buenaventura Family
February 19: Sheila Lebovitz
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| CHABAD VIRTUAL & IN PERSON ACADEMY |
| Get Some Class
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, either on Facebook or on YouTube (our channel is called the Chabad Virtual Academy).
If you cannot get the classes online please email us at [email protected] and we will work out a different arrangement.
Classes!
Tanya - Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life (Daily)
Join Rabbi Eilfort every morning on Facebook at 8am. Watch Live or watch the recording later in the day.
Caffeine for the Soul (Mondays)
Join Muka Rodal on Facebook every Monday at Noon. Watch Live or watch the recording later.
JLI Course - (Mondays) Winter Course Meditation from Sinai
Beginning January 31st. Taught by Rabbi Yossi Rodal. To register: https://www.myjli.com
Lesson Details
Lesson 1:MIND CONTROL, I THINK THEREFORE I CAN
Mind over matter—when you mind, life matters. The Torah teaches that our brains don't control us, we control our brains. When we harness our awesome gray matter, dreams become a matter of fact.
Lesson 2:SPIRITUAL AWAKENING, TUNE IN, PLAY ON
What is spirituality and how do I tune into its song? Meditation is the instrument that allows you to play the spirited music of existence, and the voice that enables you to sing the soul of every experience.
Lesson 3: DIVINE ANIMATION, JOY VEY
G-d animates everything, perpetually. Discovering G-d is opening ourselves to life's divine animation. Results include but are not limited to increased joy, more resilience, and deeper purpose.
Lesson 4: HERE AND WOW, FREE EVERY MOMENT
Long before living in the moment gained its moment in the spotlight, G-d gifted us the incredible power to live with, live in, live up, and transform every single moment of our lives. It's happening now, at this very moment.
Lesson 5: CLUB MED, EAT BETTER, SLEEP DEEPER, WORK HIGHER
All of life is elevated by meditation. Here we zoom in and focus on three of life’s essentials: when we consume, when we repose, when we hustle-bustle.
Lesson 6: ACT NATURAL, CLIMB THE MOUNTAIN DO
Those that can't, don't. Those that can, do. And you can. At its core, Mount Sinai is Mountain Do. Physical actions, called Mitzvos by the Creator, engender spiritual and physical change in the universe.
Upcoming JLI Courses lineup:
Coastal Hebrew School
To find out more about our Hebrew school visit www.jewishencinitas.com/hebrewschool
Rosh Chodesh Coastal Women's Society
Mark your calendars for the upcoming Coastal Women's New Moon Circle
C-Teen Events
Book Club & Review (Wednesdays)
Wednesday at 6:30pm on Zoom (link sent to subscribers)
New Book to be announced after the High Holidays
Follow this link to sign up: https://www.chabadatlacosta.com/AdultEd
Jewish Bootcamp (aka Judaism 101) (Wednesdays)
Wednesday at 7:15pm on Zoom (link sent to subscribers)
Will resume after the High Holidays
Follow this link to sign up: https://www.chabadatlacosta.com/AdultEd
Hebrew Reading RHA
Will restart in person
Rabbi Eilfort Published Weekly by the San Diego Jewish World
Our own Rabbi Eilfort is submitting weekly columns on the Torah Portion of the Week and other subjects, which are published by the San Diego Jewish World ( www.SDJewishWorld.com).
Rabbi Eilfort always enjoy hearing feedback about his articles, so please don’t be shy!
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 |
| Coastal Chabads are here for YOU
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 *www.JewishEncinitas.com *Chabad of Carlsbad N
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!
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
Anonymous 1
Channah Hale
Len Hyman
Sheila Lebovitz
Ilyse Loven
David Markoff
Anonymous 2
Ed Richard
Sharon Silverstein
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.
Hebrew School & C-Kids
Hebrew School Theme this Week: King Solomon
Give your children the Jewish education that they deserve! Our Sunday Hebrew School offers lots of hands-on activities and positive reinforcement. Students learn Hebrew language skills, Jewish living and observance, Jewish history, and so much more! We include arts & crafts, field trips, and holiday programming to make their experience even more enjoyable. Your child will have fun as he or she gains an appreciation for the ‘why’s and ‘how’s of Judaism. Morah Chaya has worked diligently to create an amazing curriculum that will educate and inspire our students. Our teachers will always offer lots of positive reinforcement to the students so that they will not only learn, but they will ENJOY the EXPERIENCE! Please get back to us and let your friends know. Our students want to be here!
Please contact our Hebrew School Director, Morah Chaya Eilfort for info at [email protected].
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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Tzedakah news –
Ordinarily, individuals who elect to take the standard deduction cannot claim a deduction for their charitable contributions. The law now permits these individuals to claim a limited deduction on their 2021 federal income tax returns for cash contributions made to certain qualifying charitable organizations. Nearly nine in 10 taxpayers now take the standard deduction and could potentially qualify to claim a limited deduction for cash contributions.
These individuals, including married individuals filing separate returns, can claim a deduction of up to $300 for cash contributions made to qualifying charities during 2021. The maximum deduction is increased to $600 for married individuals filing joint returns.
Another tax tip: Donate a car, the amount the vehicle is sold for (if your non profit chooses to sell it) can also potentially lower your taxable income.
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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
► Dr. Danielle Weiss: Center for Hormonal Health and Well-Being
Center for Hormonal Health and Well-Being ">is a personalized, proactive, patient-centered medical practice with a unique focus on Integrative Endocrinology. Dr. Danielle Weiss takes a holistic approach to the patient and their health condition. She harnesses the physical, social, and spiritual aspects of healing. Dr. Weiss prides herself on spending time truly listening to your concerns and needs. She uses a team approach to develop a plan to address these issues together. http://www.centerforhormonalhealth.com/
► 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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