Action packed shabbos
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SANDTON CENTRAL SHUL NEWSLETTER
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 Dear Friend,
This is an action-packed weekend for us.
Today is our dear Sara Rosa's 3rd birthday. Please join us in celebrating her
special occasion when she begins lighting Shabbos candles for her very first time at 5:30pm today at Shul with a cocktail candle-lighting party. This will be followed with an energetic Shul service and dinner (by rsvp) with our guest speaker, Saul Djanogly. Even if you won't be joining us for dinner tonight, you want to be at Shul this Shabbos to hear his talks The Kabalah of Money and G-d,
Money, & Power, see more info about him below. This is our miniature Sinai Indaba, as in the evening you will get to experience 11 of the world's great talents inspire you away at the Sandton Convention Centre.
So here's a brief though on the Kaballah of Money, to be continued later. One of life’s quandaries is to figure out exactly how to deal with our money. Does G‑d want us to live extravagantly and utilize
the finest materials that He created? Or does he want us to reject materialism, live modestly, and focus on the spiritual? In this week’s Torah portion we read about the construction of the Tabernacle—the portable sanctuary our ancestors used while wandering through the desert. Here, G‑d instructed Moses touse only the finest materials, including gold, silver, and copper. In other words, G‑d insists on using
the best this world offers for His home. Yet throughout the Torah we are taught to live modestly, not to covet what others have, and to give a large percentage of our income to charity. How do we reconcile these two seemingly contradictory approaches? The answer is that in our personal lives we must take the modest approach, but when it comes to G‑d and the community we are to use only the best the world
has to offer. This explains why synagogues have traditionally been the most ornate buildings in the community even when the Jews lived in absolute poverty. In fact, the Midrash tells us that gold was created solely for the building of G‑d’s sanctuary, and the Talmud instructs that the tallest building in any city or town should be the Shul. While we must live modestly in our personal lives, we should give only the best for G‑d and all things holy.
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thank you for making our Shul the most magnificent glorious place.
See you soon at Shul!
Rabbi Ari & Batya Kievman
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Shabbos Times |
Candle Lighting & Motzei Shabbos
 Sandton, South Africa
Shabbos Parshat Truma
Friday
Light
Candles before 6:19PM
Mincha 6:00PM
Kabolas Shabbos 6:15PM
followed by Kiddush/Brocha in Shul
Shabbos
Shiur 9:00AM
Shacharis 9:30AM
followed by Kiddush luncheon
Mincha 6:00PM Seuda
Shlishit & Mariv
Shabbos ends: 7:07PM
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Shul Bulletin |
Join Batya and the ladies for an exclusive Women's Shiur,
"Her Story - My Story" exploring some of the great women in Jewish history.
Each week we get together and learn from the struggles and challenges, the celebration and redemption,
of key personalities, women who are central figures in the history of the Jewish people. Empowered by their uniquely feminine qualities and prophetic vision, they inspired not only the women of their respective generations, but also our people as a whole, to identify with their personal mission and spiritual purpose. Today, living in our modern world, we too can connect with these great
women, and by tapping into their stories we can attain personal fulfillment and success within our very own stories.
For info contact Rebetzin Batya Kievman at 072-801-7491 |
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Community Bulletin |
Position for Peta Fuhr:
I have been an employee of the late Carlton Hotel and managed the decor and front desk of Stephan Welz & Co. Within my personal capacity I am a fastidious and proud housekeeper. If you know of a position available please let her know [email protected]
Do you know of a place for a domestic to stay in or near the Sandton area? Please contact [email protected] . Thank you!! |
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Mazal Tov! |
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!
We wish a hearty Mazel Tov to Yossi & Miriam Simona
on the birth of a beautiful princess yesterday
We wish the family with continued Simchas. May she be a true source of Nachas to her dear family and the entire Jewish nation. May we collectively be blessed with joy in our
families and share many happy occasions together!
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Refua Sheleima |
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On behalf of all Shul members we wish a hearty refua sheleimah to
Stan Rosenberg, Arnon Goldberger and Bernice Kavin
Please have them in mind during your prayers for a complete and quick recovery. |
Please let us know of anyone who isn't well so we can pray for them and be of any help if we can. Thank you!
Here's a link to our
MiSheberach page.
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Kiddush/Brocha |
Please join us after Shul... for a delectable Bracha!
THIS WEEK'S BROCHA IS GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY
Bernice & Ronnie Funk
in honour of Bernice's birthday
Please consider sponsoring a Brocha in the coming weeks
You can acquire this most meritorious opportunity and the ultimate Zechut by helping build community fellowship with your sponsorship of next week's Brocha or any one of the coming weeks.
Do you have a birthday, anniversary or any
special occasion, how about sponsoring or co-sponsoring a Brocha to celebrate?
Thus far we have not missed a single week of delectable fabulous Brochas at our Shul.
Can you sponsor next week's Kiddush? Email [email protected] or call 079-434-1293
We are seeking sponsorship for the weekly Shul brachas. If you would like to dedicate a kiddush at the Shul or if you have great ideas for the weekly Shul Kiddush, please let us know! Suggested Brocha Sponsorships
Standard Friday Night Bracha: R360
Standard
Shabbos Day Kiddush: R2500 |
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Happy Birthday |
We wish a very happy birthday to...
Bernice Funk
Shaoul Cohen
Robyn Kavin
Sara Rosa
Marvyn Wayburne
Mendel Carlebach
Celene Bernstein
and to all our dear friends who celebrate their birthdays this
week
We wish you to be blessed with much happiness, wealth and perfect health. May the Almighty grant you all your heart's desires for good - an abundance of material and spiritual richness and only blessings and success in all your endeavours together with all your loved ones. |
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Purim Events |
Purim celebrations for young and old, at night and day!
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Multimedia Megilla Reading * Delicious Food & Drink * Hamantashen *
Music & Dancing * Dress Up! * Fun for the whole family Saturday
Evening, 11 March
Megillah Reading: 7:45pm • Fun & Refreshments to follow ........Sandton Central Shul @ Chabad's Goodness & Kindness Centre........
8 Stella St, (opposite Gautrain & Mandela
Sq)
More about Purim The festival of Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar. It commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in Ancient Persia from Haman's plot "to destroy, kill and annihilate all the Jews, young and old, infants and women, in a single day."
Click here for more >
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The Pesach Retreat |
Celebrate the Holiday of Freedom with real freedom!
THE PESACH RETREAT
Celebrate the 3,329th anniversary of Freedom
this year at the
Bon Hotel Riviera on Vaal
 Enjoy a Pesach packed with the best in Jewish learning and living, surrounded by deluxe amenities and exciting activities. Relax with family, meet new friends, and encounter teachers of international renown at this unforgettable
event.
Monday, 10 April through Wednesday, 19 April 2017
Soak up the soft
glow of the festive atmosphere, the tingle of petillant Seder wines on your palate, the irresistible aromas of fine Yom Tov cuisine. Experience the joy and warmth of The Pesach
Retreat with family and friends.
For more info contact Batya Kievman
+27-72-801-7491
[email protected]
Deluxe Accommodation  Relax Dine
Rejuvenate
Strict Kashrut Gourmet Cuisine Entire Hotel Kosher l'Pesach
World-Class Entertainment
Guest Speakers Inspiring Insights Electrifying Services
Daily Activities
The Pesach Retreat-South Africa 2017
Unique & inspiring experience in a warm and friendly atmosphere
Prices starting at R18,990 per person sharing for full holiday or R2,490 per day
Program Features
Private, Semi Private or Communal Seder options
Guest speakers, lectures and workshops
Daily children's activities
The children will be busy while you relax and enjoy your Pesach holiday!
CKids’ Club with captivating, age-appropriate, fun and meaningful Yom Tov activities
Water Sports & Cruises
Arts & Crafts, Face Painting, Jewish Movies, Jumping Castles, Jungle Gyms,
Babysitting Options
Exquisite Pesach Cuisine
Celebrate Pesach the way it's meant to be with the most delectable and elegant Pesach dining
Executive Chef Alan Bender
Let our gourmet chefs delight your palate!
3 Delectable Meals Daily
Elegant Tea Room & Snacks Box lunch options for Chol-Hamoed Day Trips
Mehadrin Standards • Non-Gebroks • Shmura Matzah • Cholov Yisroel • Selection of Wines
Hotel Features
Spa, Golf Club, Swimming Pool & Fitness Centre on premises
Most rooms with picturesque views overlooking the Vaal river
Stylish Dining Rooms and Shul Facilities
Wifi throughout entire resort
Various room options offering maximum comfort and hospitality during your stay
Riverboat Cruises & Barge Dining
Complimentary parking
Only 45 minutes from Johannesburg |
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JLI Review |
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Thank you to all who joined us for the second lesson of The Dilemma. If you haven't been able to attend previous
classes, plese feel welcome to come any time! It is a fascinating series and I'm sure you would really enjoy it. THis week we explored how enforcing the law for oneself might undermine peace and civility, and if applied improperly, will cause unwarranted pain and injustice. This has led some to be more cautious with allowing self-help. At the same time, the justice system is often
unable to address every claim expediently and efficiently, and this has led some to advocate the broader allowance of self-help. In terms of Jewish law, the first practical principle is that when local governments enact civil laws for the benefit of society, halachah requires that Jews follow these laws. We
studied a three-way Talmudic debate on how Jewish law regards self-help. The halachic consensus is that, with the exception of self-help in the form of retribution or revenge, people are allowed to self-help in order to avoid the hassle of pursuing the matter through the justice system, even if going to the courts will cause no irreparable financial loss. However, the self-helper must choose the least harmful means to achieve justice,
and in cases of theft, may not take (to keep) anything but the item itself that was stolen. We also pointed out that it is insufficient for self-helpers to know that they are definitely right; they must also have court-worthy evidence to back up their claims. Otherwise, if challenged in court, their actions would be reversed, and hence, unjustifiable.
I look forward to continuing next Wedenday with Lesson 3 at 7:15PM. See you then. | |
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Shul Wish List |
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Donate in-kind
 Our Shul requires, in addition to monetary donations, numerous, more specific areas in which merely money will not suffice to meet our needs. You can choose to contribute, more
specifically, a non-monetary donation. Listed below are some of the areas that Chabad needs for improvement. If you are capable of performing such a mitzvah, from the list below, your “tzedek”-ness will be greatly appreciated. The list will updated as necessary. Thanks in advance for your generosity!
New Vehicle
The Chabad Seniors Club is seeking a mini van or other passenger vehicle for transportation. If you can assist, please touch base asap! Thanks!
Security System
“A safe synagogue ensures a safer Torah” Either actual monitoring equipment or the provision of a monitoring service will greatly ensure our safety. Thanks to Solly Zaslansky, Gershon Abrams, Menasheh Selemolela and Mike Gaddin for our Shul's recent security upgrades, including new locks and surveillance systems.
We are now seeking barbed wire or electric fence and a bamboo mat or similar fencing to block the public view into the Shul. Please consider sponsoring.
Laptop/Computer
We are still in need of a good working computer or laptop. New or used. Mac or PC. Your donation of a computer will help us work more efficiently.
Cold Drinks & Crisps
for daily minyanim and classes. We supply daily refreshments to all who come for Shul, however our supply has now depleted. Please consider sponsoring in the merit of a loved one!
Wine & Grape Juice
for Shabbos Kiddush. There's a special prayer said for one who sponsors wine for kiddush!
Paper Goods
The Shul provides countless programs in which food is involved. These events range from breakfast after Shacharis to Mincha refreshments to JLI classes, weekly Shabbos Brochas and Meals to holiday celebrations et al. Thanks to Sybil Goldbereger, Joanne & Larry Levenberg and to Ryan
Lazarus for a recent donation of paper goods
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Membership |
Thank you for your continued support toward our growing mishpocho involved with our beautiful Sandton Central Shul. We cherish your valuable support, encouragement and participation in the Shul's minyanim and various activities.
Last year, we launched an annual Shul membership. Many have taken us up on the offer
and contribute a monthly amount or one sum at the beginning of the year. If you have done so, we are very grateful and appreciate your generosity. Can we count on you to continue your contributions for the coming year too? If you haven't yet been able to, would you consider supporting for this year?
We suggest the following monthly membership: Family membership:
R360 Single Membership: R250
Payment can be arranged by way of a recurring monthly stop order from your bank account. Of course, any amount you're able to contribute would be gratefully appreciated.
Besides helping the Shul to meet some of the unavoidable running expenses, as a fully fledged member you will also be entitled to the following privileges:
· Reserved Yom Tov High Holiday
seating
· Complimentary ticket/s to the annual Miracle Drive dinner
· Tickets in the Miracle Drive prize draw.
· Discounted price for UOS related events eg marriage fees
· Use of Shul facilities for your family simcha if required. T&C apply.
You can click here for our Shul Membership form and provide us with important
family information including birthdays, Yarzheits, anniversaries etc. We look forward to your prompt feedback.
As always, we're here for you. Please don't hesitate to touch base. May you and your loved ones be showered with Hashem's blessings for all that is good and joyous. Thank you for your generosity and support!
Warm personal regards,
Rabbi Ari & Batya Kievman
Chabad's Goodness
& Kindness Centre
Sandton Central Shul
PS This year's Miracle Drive dinner takes place on Tuesday, 21 February. Please book with us asap, so we can arrange for your preferred seating arrangement.
The best method of payment is via EFT, directly into our Shul's account.
You can easily arrange a monthly 'stop order' with your bank.
Account number: 62457937989 FNB Balfour Park - Branch : 250-655 Ref: your name + Shul
membership.
Please email any proof of payments to [email protected]
Thank you for your kind and generous support!!
WE COULDN'T DO IT WITHOUT YOU!
· High Holiday Services and Dinners
. Hospitality for visitors
. Daily Services
· Shabbos Dinners
· Holiday parties and events
. Chanukah Menorah Lightings
· Pesach Seders
· Weekly Jewish Learning Institute courses
· Office Lunch & Learns
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Seniors programmes and weekly visitations
· Study and Social opportunities
· Mezuzah, Matzah, Sukkah and mitzvah campaigns and much more |
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Banking Details |
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Our Shul counts on YOU for support!
Here are our banking details, please show your support! Thank you!!
Account number: 62457937989
FNB Balfour Park - Branch : 250-655
Ref: your name
Please email any proof of contributions or payments for the Shul to [email protected]
Thank you for your kind and generous support!!
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Weekly Parshah |
Parshat Terumah
The people of Israel are called upon to contribute
thirteen materials—gold, silver and copper;
blue-,
purple- and
red-dyed wool; flax, goat hair, animal skins, wood, olive oil, spices and gems—out of which, G‑d says to Moses, “They shall make for Me a Sanctuary, and I shall
dwell amidst them.”
On the
summit of Mount Sinai, Moses is given detailed instructions on how to construct this dwelling for G‑d so that it could be readily
dismantled, transported and reassembled as the people journeyed in the desert.
In the Sanctuary’s inner chamber, behind an artistically woven curtain, was the
ark containing the tablets of testimony engraved with the Ten Commandments; on the ark’s cover stood two winged
cherubim hammered out of pure gold. In the outer chamber stood the seven-branched
menorah, and the table upon which the “
showbread” was arranged.
The Sanctuary’s three walls were fitted together from 48 upright wooden boards, each of which was overlaid with gold and held up by a pair of
silver foundation sockets. The roof was formed of three layers of coverings: (a) tapestries of multicolored wool and linen; (b) a covering made of goat hair; (c) a covering of ram and tachash
skins. Across the front of the Sanctuary was an embroidered screen held up by five posts.
Surrounding the Sanctuary and the copper-plated
altar which fronted it was an enclosure of linen hangings, supported by 60 wooden posts with silver hooks and trimmings, and reinforced by
copper stakes.
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Chabad's Goodness & Kindness Centre
Sandton Central Shul
8 Stella Street, Sandton 2031
(off West St, across Gautrain)
Rabbi Ari & Batya Kievman
Chairman Gavin Jacobson |
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