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It has been a sad few days. Just after Islamic terrorists opened fire in Turkey's Istanbul Ataturk Airport, a Jewish teenager from Kiryat Arba was murdered in her bed the morning after a dance recital, and a father from Hebron was shot to death as his children watched from the backseat of their car. What are we to make of this tragedy? What do we say to people burying the mangled remains of their fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers, sons and daughters? I do not know. There are times when no words can adequately express the deep feelings that come directly from our souls. As the Torah says after Aaron’s two sons died, “Aaron was silent.”
And let us turn heavenward, pleading in our hearts for the day when “they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war anymore.” |
Let our governments turn with steely determination toward the sponsors of terror, letting them know through concrete action that their horrible acts will not go unchecked.| Volume 17 Number 41, 25th of Sivan 5776, July 1st '16 | |
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Chabad Weekly Update
Please join us this Shabbos as we celebrate the Bar Mitzvah of Joshua Levinson, son of Devra and Gordon Levinson.
This week’s Kiddush is being sponsored by the Levinson Family in honor of Joshua’s Bar Mitzvah. Everyone is invited to join us for this beautiful weekly gathering! Kiddush Sponsorship If you have not sponsored a Kiddush for a while and/or if you have a birthday, anniversary, or perhaps a Yarzeit you wish to mark, please respond to this message. Kiddush sponsorship begins at $180. An Open Letter to Our Community Dear Community, I want to express my deepest gratitude for the generosity and kindnesses given to me during this difficult time. I was comforted by the members of Chabad of La Costa by the outpouring of condolences, visits during shiva, meals and donations. My mom was an extraordinary woman and exceptionally loving mother. I treasure her in my heart forever. Thank you. Linda Rivkin Barbecue Bounty is BACK – THIS Week – New Machines have Arrived Barbecue Bounty has been growing each week. Come in and find out why. Also our beautiful new Cotton Candy and Snow Cone Machines have arrived and they work superbly. Chabad at La Costa’s World Famous Barbecue Bounty features burgers, dogs, hot wings, fries, salads, cotton candy, and snow cones! Adults are just $18 and children (3-12) are $10. “All-you-can-eat!” Reservations, while not necessary, are GREATLY APPRECIATED by clicking the image or calling 760-943-8891. HAPPY GRILLING! Please note that next Sunday we will have an Italian Festa in lieu of our regular menu. This is truly not to be missed! 4th of July Celebration @ Shul – NO CHARGE
Join us as we celebrate the birthday of America on the 4th of July at 8:30pm for desserts and a fireworks show of epic proportions. We have the best view of the La Costa Resort fireworks from our front yard/parking lot, and a great view of the Park Hyatt fireworks from our back porch. Add in some delicious home-made desserts and you can’t go wrong. An anonymous sponsor has stepped forward to cover the costs so there is no charge to participate! Brainstorming Meeting
We are currently working on the calendar for the coming year. There are numerous new programs that we are considering and would like everyone from the community to have a voice in what is offered. If you have some ideas that you would like to see implemented we would love to hear from you! 6pm on Monday, July 4th. Friday Night Community Dinner to Mark the Rebbe’s Yarzeit
Weekly Class Schedule Shabbat: During Mincha – Women’s Issues with the Rebbetzin Tuesday: Chasidic Philosophy – 7:30pm Wednesday: Portion of the Week with Rabbi E – 7:30pm Membership Time 6-23-16
Dear Friend & Supporter, We have had an exciting year here at your Jewish Center. So many programs – so many services, so many classes, so many parties, etc., but, and this is a big but, we have so much more to do! This is going to be a very big year. We are poised to offer more Jewish opportunities than ever before to you, our shul family. Now, on to the business at hand. Everything that we do/provide to the community costs us money. We know that you already know this, but we have a mortgage that costs money, the electricity costs, the phone costs, the Internet access costs, the books cost, the food costs, and the gas in my car costs money. Due to these costs (and many more like them) we need friends to partner with us so that we can accomplish all that needs to be accomplished. Not to put too fine a point on it, but we need YOU. YOUR support is our lifeblood. Of course we want more than just your money (“More than just my money?!,” you exclaim.). Yes, more than just your money. First of all we don’t want all of your money – just a small percentage actually. Secondly, we want your participation! That means you coming to all (or at least some) of the wonderful things mentioned above is also extremely important and demonstrates your support. With all of the above in mind PLEASE take a moment and fill out the Membership Form and Calendar Ad Form found on our website, www.chabadatlacosta.com, ASAP. Those simple documents help us know where we stand and where we should be going to help better serve you and your family’s needs. All joking aside, please make the commitment to become an official member this year. G-d bless you and your family with all manner of good, particularly good health, happiness, and success in all of your positive endeavors! Sincerely, Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort Jewish Art Calendar
We are now collecting ads for our gorgeous Jewish Art Calendars. Brenda Joseph will be helping manage this year’s edition so we expect it to be the best yet. Not only are the calendars lovely to look at, but they are full with information about Jewish holidays, special events, and even recipes! The special touch that we have is the personalization where we can add your own birthdays, anniversaries, or the Yarzeits of those you love. We are also looking for a sponsor/dedication for this year’s calendar. Participating in the calendar is an important way to support the Shul as well as advertise your business or personal event. Please call the office today for pricing information at 760-943-8891. The deadline for all orders is July 31st! All business ads paid for before July 15th receive a 10% discount. Special Wishes HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Russel Shirley, and all of those celebrating their birthdays this week! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating their anniversaries this week! We remember all of those who have a Yarzeit this week. May Fran Sekela, Roz Mintz and Mel Bridge be blessed with a full and complete recovery! ### Hebrew School 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. Our students want to be here! 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. 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 and the new Board was dedicated by the Alter Family. 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 and the light on the Board will be illuminated each year on the Yarzeit. We also have a gorgeous Tree of Life dedicated by the Lieberman Family that will shortly be going up. 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 only $360 per plaque for the Memorial Board or $180 for the Tree of Life. Those who wish to participate should send an email to [email protected], or call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891. 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. 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! Please Patronize Our Sponsors Your Chabad Real Estate Agent & Mortgage Broker Jonathan Rozansky is a licensed realtor and mortgage professional. Whether you are Selling, Buying or Refinancing your home, do not proceed without calling Jonathan Rozansky 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 DRE. # 01754457 NMLS ID : 315987 Ron Lewis Insurance Services 760.525.5769 / [email protected] Specializing in Medicare Supplements, Long-term care (LTC) plans, Individual health plans, Dental, and Term life insurance. Need health or life insurance or know someone who does? If so, please visithttp://InsuranceProductQuotes.com and get plan and rate comparisons INSTANTLY from the major insurance carriers in California and Washington. Apply directly online or call for more information. There is no charge for this service! Interested in having long-term care insurance WITHOUT purchasing an expensive LTC insurance plan? Watch this 10 minute video: http://www.westlandinc.com/downloads/10MinMG/player.html 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. 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For free samples, including Power Breakfast, call me or fill out contact info atwww.FeelGreatSamples.com. For Skin Care samples, www.MySkinCareSurvey.com. Your referrals are appreciated. Hauling the Junk Away with Victor Victor Libraty has recently moved to Encinitas and has started a junk hauling and recycling business. Just in time for Pesach! If you have junk that needs to be removed call Victor at 760-815-7004. Tell him you saw his information in the Chabad Weekly Update! Cost Effective Advertising Available HERE Hundreds of people see Chabad at La Costa's Weekly Email Update. Those who are looking to effectively promote their business and at the same time support this important community resource are invited to become sponsors for only $50 per month (that's per MONTH, not per week). Call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891 to get your message out there. |
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Bar Mitzvah Celebration this Shabbos!
Kiddush this Shabbat
