April 26th, 2013 - Beth Tikvah Synagogue, Toronto

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Beth Tikvah
Synagogue
מה נשמע Ma Nishma
17 Iyar 5773 – April 27 th , 2013
Glick Music Shabbat - Parashat Emor
DAILY MINYAN
Sunday
9:00 AM/7:30 PM
Mon -Thurs
7:15 AM/7:30 PM
Friday
7:15 AM/6:30 PM
Note: Beginning May 3 rd , the time for services on
Friday evenings will be changing from week to week
until Simhat Torah, therefore please check the
schedule each week on the website or in the
Ma Nishma. The time on May 3 rd will be 6:30pm.
Musica Beth Tikvah presents its annual fundraiser:
THE REEL JEWISH EXPERIENCE – Songs From The Jewish Cinema
Sunday, June 2 nd , at 8:00pm
Join us as we bid farewell to Rabbi Howard Markose
With Soloists: Gabi Epstein, Michele Tredger, Mitch Smolkin
and Cantor Tibor Kovari
Pick up a flyer in the foyer or view our website for details
Call the Synagogue Office for tickets: 416‐221‐3433
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Candle Lighting (Apr 26)
Kabbalat Shabbat/Ma’ariv
Shaharit (Sanctuary)
Minha/Ma’ariv
Havdalah
Candle Lighting (May 3)
7:55 PM
6:00 PM
9:00 AM
7:45 PM
8:55 PM
8:03 PM
THANK YOU TO OUR CO-SPONSORS:
The Congregational Kiddush is co-sponsored by:
Merle and Stephen Goldman and Family in memory of
Rose Karasik z”l, late mother of Merle.
Sarah Wunch Glick in memory of her late husband,
Srul Glick z”l.
We invite you to join Judge Irv Sherman this Shabbat
during the Torah service in the Youth Room from
10:00am – 11:00am. “Emor” – An Eye for an Eye.
Retribution and Proportionality.
The Seudah Shlishit is sponsored by Morley Goldberg,
in memory of his late wife, Ruth Goldberg z”l.
TO HONOUR THE SANCTITY OF THE SYNAGOGUE
We do not permit smoking, photography, writing, use of beepers, cell phones or other wireless equipment in the synagogue
throughout Shabbat and Yom Tov. At any time in the service when the congregation is standing in prayer, please refrain
from moving about. Applause is not customary at any time during the service. Any person coming up to the bimah must
have their head and shoulders covered and women’s dresses should be of modest length.
3080 Bayview Ave., Toronto, ON M2N 5L3 • Tel: 416-221-3433/Fax: 416-221-1602 • www.bethtikvahtoronto.org
Senior Rabbi (Interim): Howard M. Markose Hazzan: Tibor Kovari President: Robert Weill
Rabbi: Jarrod Grover Ritual Director: Irv Kirshenblat Executive Director: Doris Alter
Rabbi Emeritus Senior Scholar: Dr. Avraham Feder Choir Director: Klara Bagley Heifetz Youth and Young Families Director: Sigal Tuch

TGIS: Thank G‐d It’s Shabbat! Youth Services will take
place this morning from 10:30am – noon. Babysitting (JK
& SK) is in the Staff Room, Beginyan (Grade 1‐3) and
Allstars (Grade (4‐7) will meet in the Chapel and then
break off into groups following tefillah. For more
information call Sigal.
Tikvah Tots Spring Series Has Begun: For kids (ages 1‐3)
and their families. It is not too late to join us for the
series with sessions running Sunday, April 21 st ‐ May
12 th . Sing Hebrew songs with Tibi, big toys, crafts and
more! Play and crafts led by Karmela Klasner and
Monica Nemani. Contact the synagogue office to
register.
The Lag Ba’Omer BBQ Picnic scheduled for Sunday, April
28 th at 5:30pm has been cancelled. We apologize for
any inconvenience.
Our Last Young Family Shabbat for the 2012‐2013
program year will take place on May 11 th from 10:30am
– noon in the Chapel. Led by Sigal, this service features
interactive activities, family friendly tefillah and fun for
the entire family. Reserved tables will be available at the
Congregational Kiddush following services. For more
information contact Sigal.
BT Blazers/Halutzim: If you are in grades 1‐4, join us for
our Trampoline Program at the NEW Skyzone Toronto
(45 Esander Drive – Eglinton and Laird area) on Sunday,
May 12 th from 3:30pm to 5:00pm. Cost: Members $20,
Non‐Members $25. Please contact Danielle at:
btblazers@gmail.com to reserve by May 7 th . NOTE: All
participants must complete a Skyzone waiver as well as a
Halutzim waiver in order to participate. Both are
available on the BT website.
Kadima: If you are in grades 5 ‐8 join us for The Amazing
Race Limo Scavenger Hunt on Sunday, May 5 th from
4:00pm to 7:30pm. Cost: Members $20, Non‐Members
$25. Trip will leave from the Beth Tikvah parking lot.
Please contact Danielle at betsykadima@gmail.com to
register by April 30 th . We are happy to invite our
Halutzim Seniors (grade 4 only) to participate in this
event. Participants must have completed a waiver
(available on the BT website) in order to participate.
Tikkun for Tweens: If you are in grades 4‐8 join Sigal in
the Youth Room on Erev Shavuot, Tuesday May 14 th
from 9:45pm – 11:30pm. Enjoy a special study session
with Sigal; make your own candy sushi and ice cream
sundae buffet with lots of fun for everyone! There is no
charge to participate, but please contact Sigal by May 9 th
to register. Can’t wait to see you there!
Calling all Youth Grades 6‐12: It is not too late to
participate in Jserve with thousands of teens across the
world for the Global Day of Youth Service. Sunday, April
28 th from 11:30am‐5:00pm with the springboard
presentation at the CHAT Wallenberg Campus. Then
choose from a variety of community service projects taking
place across the city of Toronto (transportation will be
provided). Earn five hours of community service and help
make the world a better place. If you haven’t already
registered and would like to participate, visit the Jserve
website at www.jserve.ca. right after Shabbat and contact
Sigal or Danielle if you have any questions.
BAR/BAT MITZVAH PROGRAM: This Shabbat is the last
class for the Bar/Bat Mitzvah Program. From 10:45am –
11:45am in the Boardroom.
Tikkun Leil Shavuot ‐ 2013 On Tuesday, May 14 th , Erev
Shavuot, Beth Tikvah will be hosting a moderated panel
discussion with some of the community's leading
educators, and experts in the field on the challenges of
Jewish Education in Toronto. Dinner will be served at
9:00pm. followed by the Keynote Discussion at 10:00pm.
Dinner reservations are required, $25 per person, please
call the office to register by May 6 th . The Overnight study
session with Rabbi Markose will follow, beginning at
midnight, examining Teshuvot (Responsa) from the
Orthodox, Conservative and Reform Movements, on the
subjects of Abortion, Smoking, and Jewish Attire. The night
will be spent studying the biblical and rabbinic references
which relate to these issues as well as some of what has
been written about the subjects by the various streams of
Judaism. Refreshments will be served at the end of the
Keynote presentation and throughout the night.
Wednesday, May 15 th
5:00am – Early Shaharit
9:00am – Regular Shaharit
7:00 pm – Minhah/Ma’ariv
Thursday, May 16 th
8:45am – Shaharit – Yizkor
8:30pm – Minhah/Ma’ariv
Recently, we have been receiving a number of requests
from law students affiliated with Beth Tikvah for help in
securing an articling position. If you, or someone you
know, might be interested in hiring an articling student,
please contact rabbigrover@bethtikvahtoronto.org
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LUNCH & LEARN SPRING 2013 SERIES continues on
Tuesdays with Lunch at 12:15pm and Learn at 12:45pm.
4 Sessions: $65 for Beth Tikvah Members, $75 for
Community Members. Tickets can be ordered now ‐ $20
per session. Email helen@bethtikvahtoronto.org or call
the Lunch & Learn Hotline at 416‐221‐3433 x352. We
accept VISA or MC.
Thank you to Helen Stollar whose generous donation
enables us to present this program.
April 30 th : The Evolution of Jewish Films ‐ Larry
Anklewicz is a film reviewer who specializes in Jewish
films and videos. Larry served as Programme Director of
the Toronto Jewish Film Festival for 8 years.
May 7 th : Alison Pick’s novel Far to Go was long‐listed for
the Man Booker Prize. Having won the Jewish Book
Award, Far To Go has also been optioned for a film. Set
in Czechoslavakia on the eve of WWII, Alison will discuss
the book and its personal ties.
May 21 st : Inside Ve’ahavta – Avrum Rosensweig is the
founder of Ve’ahavta, Canada’s only Jewish humanitarian
organization. Through his leadership, the Jewish
Community has worked with Canada’s homeless and
indigenous populations as well as people in dire need
around the world. With Hockey Night in Canada’s Ron
MacLean, Ve’ahavta has launched a school for the
homeless called the Ve’ahavta Street Academy.
PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE BELOW:
May 28 th : Michael Mostyn – The Relationship between
Jews and Evangelical Christians. Chair of the
Government Relations Committee of B’nai Brith Canada,
Mr. Mostyn liaises with members of Parliament, civil
servants, ambassadors, opinion makers and provides a
strong voice on issues of concern to the Jewish and
human rights community. Mr. Mostyn is a published
author on matters of law, anti‐semitism, human rights
and public policy.
June 4 th : Dr. Joey Shulman – Improve the Quality of
Your Food to Improve the Quality of Your Life. Author
Should and authority you require on anyhealth and nutrition, Dr. Joey
empowers people with simple steps to take back the
reigns of their health and live their best life. Dr. Joey will
inspire and educate.
The Judaica Shop will be open on Sunday, April 28 th from
9:30am ‐ 11:00am. Drop by to see our new merchandise!
Your purchases help support Beth Tikvah Women projects.
BEREAVEMENT GROUP: The Bereavement Group
started on Sunday, April 14 th , at 10:00am. It will
continue for 6 more sessions (excluding the Sunday
before Victoria Day – May 19 th ). If you would still like to
register, call Rosalie at
416‐221‐3433 or rosalie@bethtikvahtoronto.org
The next Torah Class will be held on May 4 th , at 10:00am
– 11:00am, taught by Morley Goldberg.
BETH TIKVAH WOMEN PROGRAMS 2013
PARASHAT HASHAVUAH (Weekly Torah Portion) CLASSES
WITH RABBI GROVER
The last Spring Sessions are:
May 6 th and May 13 th at 10:00am
PIRKEI AVOT (Ethics of the Fathers)
CLASSES WITH RABBI GROVER
The last Spring Sessions are:
May 6 th and May 13 th at 6:30pm
THE BOOK OF NUMBERS – Wednesday mornings with Rabbi
Markose, April 24 th – May 29 th (except May 15 th ), from
9:30am – 11:00am. Rabbi Markose will discuss “Metaphors in
the Book of Numbers”, the topic of his doctoral thesis. Men
and women at all levels of Jewish education are invited to
participate. No previous knowledge of Hebrew is required.
The Beth Tikvah Memoirs/Creative Writing Group will resume
Thursday, May 2 nd at 2:00pm. Facilitator: Ruth Frankel‐
Graner. There is something here for everyone who wishes to
record or write. We are a friendly group and new members
are most welcome. Please call the office for details at 416‐
221‐3433.
FROM SHTETL TO SHTETL
Come and join Cantor Tibi Kovari and Klara Bagley for an
informal lecture/recital featuring Yiddish musical gems and
stories about the Jewish Communities of Eastern Europe.
Sunday, May 5 th at 10:00am. Call the Shul Office to
reserve at 416‐221‐3433. Tickets $10 including breakfast.
SAVE THE DATES: Thursday June 27 th , July 4 th , 11 th & 18 th
from 8:00pm – 9:30pm. Mussar Sessions with Modya
Silver, exploring the 16 th Century classic Kabbalistic and
Mussar text, the Palm Tree of Devorah. Mussar offers a
personal journey within the structure of organized religion.
Focus will be on humility, patience, love, compassion and
joy and how our tradition defines character traits and how
innovative practices over the past 150 years have helped to
create personal growth within a Jewish framework. No
charge for Beth Tikvah Members. $50 for the 4 Sessions for
Non‐Members. Call the Office to register at 416‐221‐3433.
POMEGRANATE GUILD EXHIBIT ‐ Be sure to visit the foyer
showcase to view the new exhibit by members of The
Pomegranate Guild of Judaic Textiles, Toronto featuring
twenty‐five kippot created for biblical figures. The exhibit
showcases the Guild members' creative use of a variety of
materials and techniques. Each kippah is dedicated to a
biblical figure and is embellished with visual references
relevant to events in the figure's life.
The exhibit will be on display from Friday, March 15 th until
Friday, May 3 rd . Several members of the Guild are Beth Tikvah
members.
SAVE THE DATES FOR BETH TIKVAH SYNAGOGUE AND
CONSERVATORY THEATRE – 2 Plays for Summer/Fall –
Sorry … I’m Canadian at the Dunfield Theatre, Cambridge
on Thursday, July 18 th at 2:00pm ‐ $75 and
The Light in the Piazza, Shaw Festival, Niagara‐on‐the‐Lake,
Wednesday, October 9 th at 2:00pm, new price Less than
$85. Call Fran Caine 905‐881‐4830 or Ruth Simon at 905‐
731‐3072.
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YAHRZEIT
The following members are observing Yahrzeit this week:
Fri Apr 26 th : Joan Shanker, Nira Lerman, Aaron Caplan, Miriam Freedman, Anne McCleave, Reeva Solomon,
Elinor Caplan, Irene Kasner‐Bottner, Max Lissoos, Marvin Maskowitz, Lester Posen, Rochelle Rubin,
Isabela Kovari, Lorena Saim, Marsha Rosen, Renee Abbott, Lorne Tick
Sat Apr 27 th : Errol Abella, Max Sieber, Merle Goldman, Helen Lake‐Cohen, Irene Kott, Viki Rumack
Sun Apr 28 th : Gilda Rusonik, Stephen Farber, Norman Gardner, Morley Goldbreg, Mady Grotsky, Adela Birenbaum,
Nat Kaiman, Gail Schwartz, Marvin Lavine, Les Mitelman, Helen Lake‐Cohen
Mon Apr 29 th : Lois Demone, Allan Cooper, Arnold Donsky, Gordon Donsky, Morton Donsky, Renee Exton, Rivea Gawron,
Jeanne Foot, Cecile Nightingale, Brian Renard, Stephen Renard, Pearl Babins
Tues Apr 30 th : Lee Ostrov, Mindy Finkelstein, Anabel Stancer, Harriet Kunz, Renee Szlak, Sheila Sone, Miriam Freedman,
Joel Snitman, Helen Daniels
Wed May 1 st : Barbara Aufgang, Elizabeth Yan, Allan Friedland, Frances Barish, David Herlick, Jack Jerusalim,
Leslie Krawitz, Violette Cohen, Gigi Haiat, Anne Perlove
Thurs May 2 nd : David Cordovi, Harvey Dolman, William Dolman, Harold Pollock, Lorne Pollock, Etty Danzig,
Marsha Raubvogel, Pamela Krett, Ruth Simon
Fri May 3 rd : Samuel Koblinsky, Norman Roth, Norman Shanker, Alfred Wells
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
All evening meetings and programs begin with services at 7:30pm unless otherwise listed.
Mon Apr 29 th : Hesed Committee Meeting 11:00am
Investment Committee Meeting
6:00pm
Ritual Committee Meeting
7:30pm
Tues Apr 30 th : Spring Lunch & Learn ‐ Larry Anklewicz 12:15pm
Adult Education Committee Meeting
8:00pm
Wed May 1 st : The Book of Numbers with Rabbi Markose 9:30am
Thurs May 2 nd : Heather Kassel Book Review – State of Wonder 1:00pm
Choir Rehearsal
8:00pm
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
LAG B’OMER JEWISH FAMILY FESTIVAL AT EARL BALES PARK – April 28 th from 2:00pm – 6:00pm. Join in for a fun filled day of exciting rides,
kosher food, carnival booths, a hot air balloon ride and a bonfire. Pre‐show with musical group, “8 th Day Band” at 12 noon. Fun for the whole
family and free admission.
CANADIAN FRIENDS OF THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY OF JERUSALEM ‐ UP CLOSE & PERSONAL WITH MORGAN FREEMAN – Monday, May 6 th at The
Toronto Center for the Arts, Musical performance by Linda Rodrigues. For more information call 416‐485‐8000 or email TOR@CFHU.ORG or visit
WWW.CFHU.ORG
UJA’S WALK WITH ISRAEL – Sunday, May 26 th at 9:00am. Coronation Park, Rain or Shine.
MOSLEM‐JEWISH DIALOGUE – Sunday, June 9 th at 12:30pm – 3:00pm. Explore life’s goals and experiences with Ajmi Moslems from Pakistan, India
and Bangladesh. Both secular and religious, they are non‐Arab Muslims open to Israel but not familiar with Jews or Judaism. Open discussion and
cuisine sampling. To register, Jews should contact David Nitkin (416‐783‐7569) and Moslems, Tariq Khan (905‐565‐8179. High school students
meet with peers, adults meet separately. Registered participants meet at a near‐subway community centre near the Allen Road and Lawrence.
RABBI GROVER’S TORAH ON TOUR
Where Dreams Come From
In a touching passage, well-known Talmudic sage recounts that as a child, his mother used to take him to
play on the lawns of a great academy. The spirit of this academy captured his imagination, stayed with him,
and ultimately led him to become a great scholar.
Caruso similarly once recalled that his earliest childhood memory was that of his mother’s beautiful voice.
The idea of musical harmony stayed with him always from that point.
People don’t just dream. Their dreams come from somewhere. They come from having the freedom to
imagine, to create, and to find happiness. We should never underestimate our ability to give those gifts to
another.
“Cherish your visions and your dreams,” said Napoleon Hill. “As they are the children of your soul and the
blueprints of your ultimate achievements.”
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