We thank those that have renewed their 2024/25 membership. If you have not yet renewed now is the time! Click here to renew your place in the Beth David community! Tickets High Holy Day Tickets have been mailed out to members who renewed their membership by Sunday, September 15. Members who renew after this date can pick up tickets from the office beginning Monday, September 23 until October 1. After this time, tickets will be available for pick-up at the door during High Holy Day services.
!Participate in Our High Holy Day Services! The following opportunities are available: Read Torah • Open the Ark • Carry the Torah Hagbah or Gelilah • Take an Aliyah Contact Faye 437-770-2302
Happening Today
You may be interested in the new Na'aleh: Toronto Jewish Mindfulness Collective, these programs feature Rabbi Jordan and are co-sponsored by Beth David. See below for more information on this year's initial programs in Jewish mindfulness practice, including a pre-holiday daylong retreat, Nashuva, this Sunday, September 22!
**registration closes today!** We look forward to having you join us for special evening of reflection and renewal in preparation for Rosh Hashanah
Children will have the opportunity to meet & engage with our new Shinshinyot, Hila and Noya during some fun after-dinner activities.
Click HERE or on image to register. DEADLINE to register for the dinner is tomorrow bethdavid.com or call 416-633-5500
As we continue to plan both meaningful and engaging programming for our community, volunteers are needed. Please consider lending a hand in your spare time. click here to sign up
Community Buzz
Synagogues thrive when the community sees a meaningful place where they can grow, celebrate, and find meaning together. Without the support of the community in many different ways, no religious institution has an inherent right to exist. Financial renewal is just one part of that. If family and friends are still undecided on where to attend the High Holy Day services, use your membership to invite them to join us, at a very nominal fee. We want to be as inclusive as possible and enriched from being together. If you require special consideration, please call Ian in the office (416-633-5500 x22).
The “Youth-Led Blue Jeans Shabbat” last week was a tremendous success with approximately 55 young people and families actively participating, in addition to our loyal regulars. Justin Kay and Jonah Mintz provided the derasha and talked about their very recent experiences in Poland and their unforgettable and meaningful time experiencing Israel as it is today, including coping with the realities of October 7th. That date will be a day forever etched into our memory and that’s the reason we are joining with 22 countries and 325 communities in participating in the Simchat Torah Project (dancing through tears). More descriptive information will follow on this, but our sincere appreciation goes to Jay Harris for raising our awareness, and then sponsoring this project on the synagogue’s behalf.
There is a Chinese proverb that states "learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere." A good reason perhaps for our Rabbi Cantor, Marshall Loomer, to spend 4 years of study to obtain his Semicha - rabbinic ordination - obtaining a Mastery in Halacha (Jewish Law). As Marshall continues in his studies, he will be receiving a second Semicha in Orach Chaim (practical Jewish law). Marshall is just one of four members of our outstanding clergy team who are leading our High Holy Day services.
We are excited to kick off the season, beginning with the “Reflection & Renewal” program on the September 24th. Also, we look forward to you joining us for the Shabbat dinner on September 27th when we will congratulate Marshall for these accomplishments. There will also be an opportunity on the 27th for your children to meet our shinshiniot who will be keeping them engaged after dinner with some fun activities.
Finally, we are excited to be introducing a new initiative this year called “Supper with Shinshiniot.” We are providing the opportunity for members to host our new Shinshiniot, Hila and Noya, for dinner. If you would like to see and hear what life is like in Israel through the eyes and hearts of Noya and Hila, including the joys and challenges of being a young Israeli, you will have the chance to invite them to a weekday dinner between 6 – 8pm. Please contact Karen ( karen@karian.ca ) to book this rich and fun experience for family and friends.
The author will be bringing books for purchase. Payment may be made by cash, e-transfer or cheque.
Ritual
Get ready for the High Holy Days with a brief Selihot service just before the morning service on Sunday, September 29. Repentant breakfast following.
Beth David Women
TIKKUN OLAM
Beth David Women's September collection is: NEW packaged men’s & women’s underwear; toothpaste and toothbrushes; soap Drop-off: 116 Hetherington Cres, Thornhill & 25 Verwood Ave, Toronto
BDW in the Beth David Sukkah Tuesday October 22nd 2:00pm More information coming soon.
Club Chaverut
Jack Steinberg and the York Jazz Ensemble Sunday October 27th, 1:30pm - 3:00pm Come and sing, dance and have a great time being entertained by this great band. please RSVP by October 22nd to Rose Haspel Click here for more information
Beth David Book Club (on Zoom)
Monday September 30th, 2024 Memento Park by Mark Sarvas Moderated by Brenda Cooper-Geffen Click HERE to register, and for additional information, dates and book titles All meetings will be at 7:30pm, on zoom
Upcoming Teen Programs 2024 - 2025
Register now for the Inter-Shul Teen Limo Hop October 22 at 6:15pm
Save the following dates for additional upcoming Inter-Shul Teen Events for grades 8-12
Teen Bubble Tuesday November 19, 2024
Family and Teen Skate Saturday January 18, 2025
Top Chef Wednesday February 26, 2025
Teen Zikaron B'Salon Tuesday April 22, 2025
Beth David Judaica Shop
Beautiful Green Boxed Ceramic Honey & Apples Platter. Only $40. Gift wrapping is always included!
To view additional items from the gift shop please clickhere
Contact Dorothy at: bethdavidjudaicashop@gmail.com Payment by cash, cheque or e-transfer. No HST as we are a registered charitable organization.
Community Programs and Events
HAMAS, HEZBOLLAH, IRAN: FROM CRISIS TO VICTORY Featuring: Brigadier-General (res.) AMIR AVIVI Moderated by: Moshe Davis, Director of International Operations of IDSF Monday September 23rd, 7:00pm - 8:30pm at Adath Israel free admission
Proof of Life (Book Launch) A powerful poetry anthology entitled Proof of Life: An Exploration of Conflict, Survival, and the Human Spirit Post October 7th. This collection brings together voices from our community and around the globe, capturing the resilience and spirit of the Jewish people in the wake of October 7th. Thursday September 26th, 7:00pm - 8:00pm on zoom There is no charge. click here to register and for more information
Information Regarding Minyanim This Week
SERVICES: Sunday September 22nd Morning services - 8:30am Evening services - 7:00pm Monday September 23rd - Thursday September 26th Morning Services - 7:30am Evening services - 7:00pm Friday September 27th Morning service - 7:30am Kabbalat Shabbat - 6:00pm Saturday September 28th Morning Service 9:00am Weekly Minha Seudah Shlisheet, Ma'ariv - Havdallah - 6:15pm If you would like to sponsor a breakfast, Kiddush or a Seudah, please email faye@bethdavid.com
If you are using the keypad for entry, or need the code for entry to the shul (please email faye@bethdavid.com) and ensure that you enter alone and that the door closes securely behind you. When leaving the shul at any time, please make sure that the door closes and locks securely behind you.
🚫 Beth David is a SCENT-FREE space 📵 Cell phone use is prohibited on Shabbat
Past Programme Recordings on Beth David's YouTube Channel
Our YouTube Channel is updated as programs occur. CLICK HERE to access our channel
Sponsorship Opportunities Click here or contact Faye at 437-770-2302
Dedicate a Weekday Sim Shalom Prayer Book $90 Shabbat morning Kiddush $450 | Seudah Shlisheet $350 | Weekday Breakfast $200 Saturday Evening Havdallah $36 | Weekday Morning Minyan $54 | Kabbalat Shabbat $100 Shabbat Shalom newsletter $100 | Events & Opportunities newsletter $100 Shabbat morning Livestream Service $100 | Clergy Classes $100 per session ------------------------------------------------------- Effective November 1, 2024, the price for breakfast will increase to $250, the price for Seudah Shlisheet will increase to $400, and the price for Shabbat morning kiddush will increase to $500.00
🗝HELP KEEP BETH DAVID SAFE🗝
If you see something suspicious, please say something immediately by notifying a member of our staff or guard when present. Do not leave doors open or allow unknown individuals to enter our facility. Thank you for doing your part to maintain our collective security.
To Contact the Shul: For emergencies please call the office at 416-633-5500 and listen to the instructions.
Ian Borer, Executive Director 416-633-5500 ext. 22 ian@bethdavid.com
Faye Major, Administrator 416-633-5500 ext. 0 faye@bethdavid.com 437-770-2302 Rebecca Joffe, Program and Communications Manager 647-632-9156 rebecca@bethdavid.com
