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Chabad at La Costa Times Tevet/Shvat 5778 – January ‘18
A Thought from the Rabbi
Can you hear Moshiach’s footsteps?
There have been some incredible events taking place around the world. The winds are a-changing, and for the better at that!
The honorable US Ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, has been a breath of fresh air. The welcome news that the US will (finally) be moving the US Embassy to Israel’s capital, Jerusalem, has been passionately and eloquently announced (and defended) by the good ambassador.
Before you get taken in by the numerous ‘fake news’ outlets about how this will turn the whole middle east into a cauldron of hate and destruction please consider the following: Israel is THE only country in the world that the UN has tried to deny the right to pick its own capital. The portion in Jerusalem where the Knesset is located is in the part that has always been under Israeli control and has never been and never will be subject to any negotiations. The armistice lines established in 1948 (after all of Israel’s neighbors illegally invaded the Jewish state on its first day of existence) were NEVER meant to be borders in any event. Israel has NO legal obligation to remove her sovereignty over an inch of Jerusalem, west or east. Never has the world united to dictate to another sovereign country where it could place its embassy. The Chutzpah of the UN dictating to the US is astonishing.
So when these ‘fake news’ outlets begin trumpeting their dooms day prognostications you should understand that it is all a bunch of hot air. Even if it would be true, which it isn’t, why should Israel’s capital be chosen by the anti-Semites who seek to destroy her? And that is EXACTLY what this is all about. Bad old anti-Semitism again rearing its ugly head.
Thank G-d, the US is clear-sighted enough to recognize that there is no peace possible without Jerusalem as the Jewish state’s capital. If declaring the obvious is a cause for war there was never any peace to begin with and no peace is possible. The hypocrisy of the world, though no longer a surprise, is still just as sickening as it always has been. The Jews and their state have always been subjected to a double standard. Finally the US is turning the pressure on the Palestinians to make peace instead of the one party that has always made concessions and gestures for peace. The US has FINALLY STOPPED BLAMING THE VICTIM!
Every Jew and every lover of Israel and Hashem owes a sincere thank you to the US government for this change of policy! There is still a very long way to go. The US gives lots of material support to the Palestinian Authority, support that is used to fund terrorism against Israel. The PA must be defunded, its mission in Washington closed down, and to be identified for what it is and what it always has been, a terrorist organization. But this Jerusalem move is a very good start!
Am Yisroel Chai!
Happy Birthday Club
We would like to wish Happy Birthday to all of those celebrating their birthday this month and each subsequent month. For the Month of January we honor Beverly Galperin, Raquel Baron, Julia Horowitz, Jon Rozansky, Elia Eilfort, Chana Levy, Chaim Israel, Evelyn Wise, Joan Markovits, Roarke Estrin, Eliot Tubis, Jake Alter, Leah Estrin, Meghan Alter, Jake French, Stephanie Estrin, and Zachariah Isaac. May G-d bless each and every one of you with a happy, healthy, and successful year!
Kids Shabbat Takeover
Friday, January 26th at 5pm
Parents watch out! The kids are running the show this Shabbat dinner! Join Chabad Houses around the world as they host a worldwide unity event like no other, celebrating family, community and the power of children to make a difference.
Holistic Health Workshop
Sunday January 28th at 3:00pm
Please join us for an interactive workshop geared towards holistic approaches to health and wellness for your healthiest year yet! Taking an integrative approach, we will discuss using diet, lifestyle, essential oils, and herbal remedies. You will have the opportunity to make two remedies/products that you can take home and start using immediately! Immunity for the whole family. Managing stress levels. Getting a good night's sleep. Gentle detoxification. Soothing aches and pains. Easy ways to create a spa experience at home. Glowing skin.
Deena Barselah, San Diego-based Integrative Health Coach and graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, has coached over 500 women and families around the world towards better wellness. Deena is a mom as well, and understands the delicate balance of taking care of herself and others. She is so excited to bring this workshop to Chabad! Please call 760-943-8891 for further information or email [email protected].
An Evening with Nitsana Darshan-Leitner
Wednesday, January 17th at 7pm @ The San Diego Jewish Academy, 11860 Carmel Creek Rd., S. Diego.
Nitsana Darshan-Leitner is an Israel activist and human rights attorney. As the president of Shurat HaDin – Israel Law Center, she has represented hundreds of terror victims in lawsuits worldwide.
She has written and will be discussing her outstanding new work titled Harpoon: The Mossad’s Covert War Against Terrorism’s Money Masters. Harpoon tells the story of Mossad director Meir Dagan and his campaign of targeting – and draining – the finances of organizations that fund attacks against Israel. Nitsana will autograph copies of purchased books.
Register at nitsana.eventbrite.com. Bring identification for security purposes.
FREE EVENT
Services with Joy & Meaning
Those who attend our Shabbat services always feel better than when they came. Some feel better because they enjoy the beautiful melodies we sing together, while others do because of feelings of closeness with G-d that they experience, while still others enjoy the Rabbi’s sermon. The delicious Kiddush served at the end is a perfect way to bring the entire experience to a successful conclusion as we enjoy each other’s company and wonderful food. Whatever it is you may be seeking in your spiritual life there is a good chance you will find it here every Saturday from 10am – 12:30pm. You don’t have to be an expert in Jewish practice to benefit – you just have to be willing to give it a try. There is nothing to lose and everything to gain.
January ’18 / Tevet-Shevat 5778
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Morning Services 8:30am
Hebrew School 9:30am-12pm
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1 Services 9am
Bris of Baby Boy Eilfort
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2 Services 8am
Chasidic Philosophy 7:30pm
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3 Services 8am
Torah Portion Class 7:30pm
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4 Services 8am
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5 Services 8am
Light Candles 4:38pm
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6 Services 10am Parshat Shemot
Shabbat Ends 5:37pm
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7 Morning Services 8:30am
Hebrew School 9:30am-12pm
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8 Services 8am
Game Night Encinitas 6:30 – 9:30pm
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9 Services 8am
Chasidic Philosophy 7:30pm
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10 Services 8am
Torah Portion Class 7:30pm |
11 Services 8am Story Time in Barnes & Nobles 10:30-11:30am |
12 Services 8am
Light Candles 4:44pm |
13 Services 10am
Parshat Va’Eira
Shabbat Ends 5:43pm |
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14 Morning Services 8:30am
Hebrew School 9:30am-12pm |
15 Services 8am
Game Night Encinitas 6:30 – 9:30pm
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16 Services 8am Code of Jewish Law Tanya
Chasidic Philosophy 7:30pm |
17 Rosh Chodesh Services 8am
Torah Portion Class 7:30pm |
18 Services 8am Story Time in Barnes & Nobles 10:30-11:30am |
19 Services 8am Code of Jewish Law Tanya
Light Candles 4:51pm |
20 Services 10am Parshat Bo
Shabbat Ends 5:49pm |
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21 Morning Services 8:30am
Hebrew School 9:30am-12pm
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22 Services 8am
Game Night Encinitas 6:30 – 9:30pm
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23 Services 8am
JLI Art of Communication 7-9pm |
24 Services 8am
Torah Portion Class 7:30pm |
25 Services 8am Story Time in Barnes & Nobles 10:30-11:30am
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26 Services 8am
Kids Shabbat Takeover Light Candles 4:58pm
Services @ 5pm |
27 Services 10am Shabbat Shirah Parshat BeShalach
Shabbat Ends 5:55pm
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28 Morning Services 8:30am Hebrew School Grandparents’ Day 9:30am-12pm
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29 Services 8am
Game Night Encinitas 6:30 – 9:30pm
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30 Services 8am
JLI Art of Communication 7-9pm |
31 Tu BiShvat 15th of Shvat Services 8am
Tu Bi’Shvat Seder 7pm |
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Mazel Tov! It’s a Boy!
Bris & Shalom Zachor Information
We are thrilled to announce that Rabbi Elia, Rebbetzin Chaya, and Big Brother Dovey welcomed a new addition into the family on Sunday, December 24th (night of 7th of Tevet). The baby boy weighed in at 7lbs. 9.5oz, and measured 20”. Baruch Hashem, thank G-d, mom and baby are doing great!
A traditional Shalom Zachor (‘Welcome Home!’) for the baby will be held Friday night, December 29th at the Rabbi’s and Rebbetzin’s home in Carlsbad at 8pm. For the address and/or directions please call 760-943-8891 or email [email protected]. We will sing joyous songs, share thoughts and words of Torah, enjoy refreshments, and say LeChaim to our new addition!
The Bris, G-d willing, will take place on Monday, January 1st at the shul. Services will begin at 9am. Following services will be the Bris Ceremony beginning at 10:30am. Following the Bris a festive brunch will be served.
A family Simcha is enhanced when the entire family celebrates together. We hope to see you!