It has been wonderful to catch up with so many of you throughout Pesach. The festival continues this weekend and we hope you will join us for services including our Pesach Live service this Shabbat! Several of our events will also be available to view online.
We have put together a special section of our website with all of the details. Click the button below.
Also, please remember to contribute to the Pesach Drive being held byour Social Justice Committee together with Mazon. They are collecting food and toiletries for the Asylum Seekers Centre - see details below.
Acting in the interests of everyone Reverend Sam Zwarenstein
On the seventh day of Pesach we read about the splitting of the Sea of Reeds (Red Sea), the demise of the pursuing Egyptians, as well as Shirat Hayam, the Song of the Sea. This song is identified with the Israelites’ expression of faith and their recognition of God’s role as protector.
Willow's Bat Mitzvah
Thank you so much to everyone who joined us to celebrate Willow’s bat mitzvah. We were so touched by all of your presence with us online during the day and those who watched afterwards, your messages and well wishes.
The video is still on the website www.willowsbatmitzvah.com and on our Emanuel Synagogue's Facebook page if you want to see it and missed out on the day.
We feel so embraced and blessed.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Jacki, Adam and Willow
Zikaron Salon - Remembering the Holocaust Next Tuesday 6 April from 6:30pm
Zikaron BaSalon is a unique style of event and provides an intimate and engaging way to commemorate the holocaust.
For one night, engage with special memories – in a way you never have before. Listen first-hand to a survivor telling their story.
Our guest will be Holocaust survivor Peter Reisman who will discuss his experiences prior, during and after World War II. This event is a rare opportunity to hear Peter’s story of survival, and to ask any questions that you may have. This is a special in-person event at Emanuel Synagogue; numbers are strictly limited.
THEATRE AUDITION UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY: SPECIAL CALL OUT
FOR THE PLAY “TWO SISTERS” BY GAIL LOUW
The Producer and Emanuel Synagogue invite expressions of interest for professional actors to audition to co-star with Jean Kittson in a dramatised reading of “Two Sisters”.
“Two Sisters” is a funny and poignant play about two sisters who re-unite on a kibbutz in Israel for the elder sister's 75th birthday. The part calls for a woman who can play a sister,
aged in her 60s or early 70s.
Please send a brief resume including a mobile phone number to Marina Capponi: marina@emanuel.org.auby COB on 12 April.
For more information, click here.
In Conversation Julian Leeser MP Constitutional Recognition of
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People:
Where to from here?
Sunday 11th April from 5:00pm to 6:30pm
Julian Leeser served as vice-president of the Liberal Party of Australia (New South Wales Division) from 2015 to 2016 and was elected to parliament at the 2016 federal election. After the 2019 election Julian became chair of the Joint Standing Committee on Migration and the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Indigenous Affairs. He is the Member for Berowra, New South Wales.
We are offering weekly Beginners and Intermediate Hebrew classes as well as classes in learning to chant Haftarah on Monday evenings in term. We will open the world of reading a Hebrew prayerbook for you! Your commitment is just one hour a week and 10-15 minutes practice a day.
Attending Services We are pleased to advise that registration is no longer required for services.Please scan the QR code on entry.
Aliyah
If you would like to request an Aliyah during a Shabbat service, please click here.
Yahrzeit Observance
If you would like to come to Shabbat Services to observe the Yahrzeit of your loved one on a different date to the dates advised in the yahrzeit notification email, please click here. This will ensure your loved ones' name is included on the relevant list to be read.
Pesach Beyachad service
in person Friday at 6:15pm
Join us for our Beyachad service which weaves elements of the Progressive, Masorti and Renewal services beyachad, together.
This service is in-person; registration is not required but please use the Service NSW app for the QR code on arrival.
Shabbat Live Fridays at 6:15pm Please note, Shabbat Live will not be on this Friday. This week, please join our special Pesach Beyachad service from 6:15pm.
Join us in our sanctuary or online as we welcome the Shabbat with the spiritual, meaningful, music, prayers and stories of Shabbat Live.
Children's Shabbat Services Saturdays from 10:30am to 11:30am This weekly service is especially for children from 5 to 10 years and provides a space for them to learn basic elements of the synagogue service, learn songs and enjoy activities.
Saturday morning services in person Masorti Shabbat service at 10:00am. Pesach Live at 10:00am.
Pesach 8th Day Sunday April 4th at 10:00am Pesach Beyachad with Yiskor
Join us for our Beyachad service which weaves together elements of our Progressive, Masorti and Renewal services. This service will include the prayers for Yizkor and we will read the names of those who have died from Shavuot to Pesach in our congregation as well as recite prayers for all our loved ones.
There are mourners in our community to whom we extend our sincerest sympathies on the death of their loved ones.
Last 30 Days
Randi Cantor, Eva Stotskaya, Nora Morris, Julie Simmons, Aileen Kadison,
Clare (Mulli) Chester, Elaine Elman, Mike True, Moshe Sharon.
Morning Minyan
A meaningful way to begin the day. The morning minyan provides an opportunity to welcome the day with prayer, and a chance for mourners to recite kaddish.
Minyanim are on Zoom from 7:30am Monday to Friday. In addition they are in the Millie Phillips Building on Monday and Thursday at 7:30am; Bar and Bat Mitzvah students may attend on those days. Note: this week Monday's minyan will be at 8:00am.
Conversations about Israel Mondays - 10:00am to 11:30am The next class will be on April 12
Rabbi Jeffrey Kamins together with guest speakers examines contemporary issues impacting the Jewish homeland.
Join us in person or online.
On April 12, our guest will be Yossi Eshed from JNF.
Speakeasy with
Rabbi Jeffrey Kamins Tuesday from 5:00pm An hour of shmoozing about a topical matter of social import, made that much easier with a drink of your choice from the comfort of your home.
Parashat HaShavua -
Weekly Parasha Study Wednesdays at 8:15pm -
- Musings on our Texts - Note, there will be no session this week due to Yom Hashoah. Rabbi Kaiserblueth presents a contemporary look at our ancient texts. We delve into our weekly portion looking at difficult passages, inspiring texts, and stories.
No prior experience necessary. Texts and sources will be provided.
Join us for JBaby Every Friday from 9:30am to 11:00am for parents of 0-2 year olds (note: next session April 9)
Each week it is wonderful to see so many families at JBaby. We welcome all! Enjoy socialising, entertainment and refreshments with activities for children.
Lunch & Learn: Building a mikvah: how hard can it be? Saturday, 10 April, 2021 after services
Join Rabbi Ninio as she explores the rules and regulations around the construction and operation of a mikvah as we look at the possibility of building our own mikvah here at the synagogue.
Ready or Knot
Next session Sunday 18 April
from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
If you are planning on getting married, then this new course will provide answers to many of the questions you may have as you prepare for a life together. Engaged couples or those exploring the possibility of marriage will receive advice from experts such as a financial advisor, a genetic counselor and a marriage counselor.
Dunera have showcased some wonderful musical, cooking and health events as well as interesting talks. Click here to catch up on what you've missed and go to the Catch Up page.
