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MENORAH'S DAILY MINYAN

 IN-PERSON Friday: 6:00pm | Saturday: 10:00am | Sunday: 8:45am | Weekdays: 8:00am 

ON ZOOM Friday: 8:00am | Sunday: 8:45am / 6:00pm | Monday-Thursday: 8:00am / 6:00pm
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Parashah Ki Tisa

15 Adar 5785 • 15 March 2025
General Overview 

Hebrew/English Linear Translations  •  Text with Rashi's Commentary

Sanctuary Flowers Are By

Siassipour,  Szpunar, Melotek, Weinstein and Koch Families 
remember their beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother
Norma Weinstein z'l on the anniversary of her yahrzeit.
Forever in our hearts

Kiddush Is Sponsored By
Stacy Nerenstone & Mort Weinstein
remembering the yahrzeit of their fathers

Marc Nerenstone ז"ל and Paul Weinstein ז"ל

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Celebrate a special occasion or remember a loved one by sponsoring 

Shabbat Kiddush, Sanctuary Flowers and/or Dessert.

Contact us for availability.

THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE

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FRIDAY, MARCH 14

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person) 

6:00 pm – Kabbalat Shabbat Services (in-person only)
7:11 pm – Shabbat Candle Lighting

SATURDAY, MARCH 15
10:00 am – Shabbat Services (in-person only)

10:00 am – Shabbat Kids Program (Olemberg Hall's Mommy & Me Room)

8:04 pm – Shabbat Ends

SUNDAY, MARCH 16

8:45 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

6:00 pm – Minyan Services 

MONDAY, MARCH 17

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

6:00 pm – Minyan Services 

7:00 pm – Pirkei Avot Class w/ Rabbi Josh Kunis

TUESDAY, MARCH 18
8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person) 

6:00 pm – Minyan Services 

7:00 pm – Rabbi's Challenge, Study Session w/ Rabbi Eliot Pearlson

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19
8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)
12:00 pm – Lunch & Learn w/ Rabbi Eliot Pearlson

6:00 pm – Minyan Services 

THURSDAY, MARCH 20

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)
6:00 pm – Minyan Services 

7:00 pm – ISHA Bible Study w/ Ahuva Retter Franco

FRIDAY, MARCH 21
Positive Thoughts & Torah Message Are Sponsored By Fred Taubman remembering beloved father, Joseph Taubman ז"ל
8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

6:00 pm – Kabbalat Shabbat Services (in-person only)

Esther K. Belfer & Bill Belfer z'l in honor of the wedding of their grandson, Samuel Cohen to Morgan Levy! Mazal Tov parents, Stacy Belfer Cohen and Lee Cohen!

DEADLINE COMING UP:
ORDER YOUR WINE FOR PASSOVER BY MARCH 24
for delivery in time for the holiday!

WE THE NATION OF ISRAEL MOURN OUR BRETHREN
Our prayers are with the families of the soldiers and/or civilians killed as Israel continues Operation Iron Sword. (Source: Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

No new names were released this week.​​​​​​​

MATZAH WITH A MISSION, SUPPORT ISRAEL’S DEFENDERS
Starting next week, you'll be able to order matzah and support Israel defenders. Stay tuned for details!

Background - on the border of Egypt and Gaza, in the heart of the Negev Desert, lies Shlomit, a community dedicated to faith, resilience, and tradition. Here, Emunah Matzah is handcrafted from locally grown wheat and water from Jerusalem, embodying the spirit of Israel and the story of liberation. 

In 2024, despite uncertainty and conflict, the people of Shlomit remained steadfast, baking and delivering Matzah for Passover. Now, you can be part of this mission. By donating Emunah Matzah, you’re sending a piece of tradition, faith, and strength directly to Israeli soldiers and their families, ensuring they celebrate Passover with the spirit of unity and hope.

JEWISH EDUCATIONAL LOAN FUND
Helping Jewish students earn degrees with interest-free loans Applications are open until April 30 for the next academic year; details at jelf.org

MENORAH'S DAILY MINYAN

 IN-PERSON Friday: 5:30pm | Saturday: 10:00am | Sunday: 8:45am | Weekdays: 8:00am 

ON ZOOM Friday: 8:00am | Sunday: 8:45am / 5:30pm | Monday-Thursday: 8:00am / 5:30pm
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Parashah Terumah

Shabbat Shekalim | Rosh Chodesh Adar

1 Adar 5785 • 1 March 2025
General Overview 

Hebrew/English Linear Translations  •  Text with Rashi's Commentary

Sanctuary Flowers Are Sponsored 

Ronny & Laura Finvarb
in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter Sabrina

Kiddush Is Sponsored By
Dr. Isidoro Morjaim
on the occasion of the yahrzeit of

his mother, Sarita Morjaim ז"ל and grandfather, Isidoro Zarco ז"ל

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Shabbat Kiddush, Sanctuary Flowers and/or Dessert.

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Sabrina’s magnetic personality and incredible sense of humor are just a couple of the reasons she has so many friends at school and Camp Laurel. She is kind-hearted, considerate, and funny, always bringing joy to her family and friends. Her positive attitude and infectious smile make an impact wherever she goes. Sabrina excels in school, is a member of her school’s lacrosse team, and enjoys playing tennis in her free time. She also plays the piano and loves performing in dance shows. Traveling is one of her greatest passions, and she cherishes the time spent exploring different parts of the world with her family, especially skiing in Colorado and Utah. She treasures special moments with her grandparents in St. Barths and the Bahamas and eagerly          anticipates summers in Maine with her friends at Camp Laurel.
For her Bat Mitzvah project, Sabrina is raising funds and dona-ting a portion of her gifts to support the rebuilding of the Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center, which was tragically destroyed in the Southern California wildfires.
Sabrina’s drive and determination—whether in sports, the arts, or the classroom—are truly exceptional. We are incredibly proud of all that she has accomplished! She takes great pride in her Jewish heritage and has worked extremely hard for this special day. We are honored to celebrate Sabrina’s Bat Mitzvah with our beloved family and friends.
Sabrina is grateful to Rabbi Pearlson, Rabbi Josh, and Rosalind Lanes for their invaluable guidance and support in helping her prepare for this meaningful Bat Mitzvah milestone. She is deeply grateful to her family and friends for their unwavering love and encouragement, which make this celebration even more meaningful.

THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE

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Meeting ID: 649 646 6938 / Passcode: 62075

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28

Morning Minyan Are Sponsored By Jay & Glenda Mirmelli remembering beloved mother Vivian Wish ז"ל
Positive Thoughts & Torah Message Are Sponsored By The Levi Family remembering our beloved grandmother Victoria Levi ז"ל
8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person) 

5:30 pm – Kabbalat Shabbat Services (in-person only) 
5:56 pm – Shabbat Candle Lighting

SATURDAY, MARCH 1
10:00 am – Shabbat Services (in-person only)

10:00 am – Shabbat Kids Program (Olemberg Hall's Mommy & Me Room)

6:49 pm – Shabbat Ends

SUNDAY, MARCH 2

8:45 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

5:30 pm – Minyan Services 

MONDAY, MARCH 3

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

5:30 pm – Minyan Services

7:00 pm – Pirkei Avot Class w/ Rabbi Josh Kunis

TUESDAY, MARCH 4
8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person) 

5:30 pm – Minyan Services

7:00 pm – Rabbi's Challenge, Study Session w/ Rabbi Eliot Pearlson

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5
8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)
12:00 pm – Lunch & Learn w/ Rabbi Eliot Pearlson
5:30 pm – Minyan Services

THURSDAY, MARCH 6

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)
5:30 pm – Minyan Services

7:00 pm – ISHA Bible Study Class w/ Ahuva Franco

FRIDAY, MARCH 7
8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

5:30 pm – Kabbalat Shabbat Services (in-person only)

PURIM BASKET ORDERS DUE MONDAY, MAR 3! 

Ronny & Laura Finvarb in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Sabrina! Mazal Tov to grandparents, Richard & Helen Finvarb and Morris & Arlene Goldfarb! 

Baruch Dayan Ha’emet
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Epstein, Jarashow and Nessel families on the passing of their beloved Barbara Epstein ז"ל
wife of Michael Epstein
mother of Deena (Daniel) Jarashow, Sharon (Craig) Nessel, and David (Eliana Salzauer) Epstein
grandmother of Yaffa Moerdler, Avigayil Geller and Leora Jarashow

May the memories of Barbara” ז"ל continue to inspire us to acts of chesed and love as she so practiced each day of her life.

WE THE NATION OF ISRAEL MOURN OUR BRETHREN
Our prayers are with the families of the soldiers and/or civilians killed as Israel continues Operation Iron Sword. (Source: Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

No new names were released this week
​​​​​​​
HOSTAGES
Shlomo Mansour (85), Ohad Yalaomi (50), Tsahi Idan (50) and Itzik Elgarat (69) were confirmed killed by Hamas on October 7th. Their remains were returned this past week and they burial was held in beloved home of Nir Oz.

JEWISH EDUCATIONAL LOAN FUND
Helping Jewish students earn degrees with interest-free loans Applications are open until April 30 for the next academic year; details at jelf.org

MENORAH'S DAILY MINYAN

 IN-PERSON Friday: 5:30pm | Saturday: 10:00am | Sunday: 8:45am | Weekdays: 8:00am 

ON ZOOM Friday: 8:00am | Sunday: 8:45am / 5:30pm | Monday-Thursday: 8:00am / 5:30pm
 Join Our Minyan on Zoom by clicking here

Already have the Zoom app installed? Meeting ID: 649 646 6938 | Passcode: 62075

Parashah Yitro

17 Shvat 5785 • 15 February 2025
General Overview 

Hebrew/English Linear Translations  •  Text with Rashi's Commentary

Sanctuary Flowers Are Sponsored 

Loly Zelcer & Family 
remembering their beloved 
husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather 
Isaac Zelcer ז"ל

Kiddush Is Sponsored By

Berenice & Sol Chadowitz 
in honor of
Sol’s Special Birthday

Share your Simchas with your Menorah Family!
Celebrate a special occasion or remember a loved one by sponsoring 

Shabbat Kiddush, Sanctuary Flowers and/or Dessert.

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THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE

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Meeting ID: 649 646 6938 / Passcode: 62075

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 14

Minyan Breakfast Is Sponsored By Loly Zelcer & Family remembering their beloved 
husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather Isaac Zelcer ז"ל
Positive Thoughts & Torah Message Are Sponsored By The Feldman, Shor, Kokiel and Gambach Families remembering their beloved Daniel Kokiel ז"ל
8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person) 

5:30 pm – Kabbalat Shabbat Services (in-person only) 
5:56 pm – Shabbat Candle Lighting

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15: Welcome Israel Tour Guide
10:00 am – Shabbat Services (in-person only)

10:00 am – Shabbat Kids Program (Olemberg Hall's Mommy & Me Room)

6:49 pm – Shabbat Ends

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16

8:45 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

5:30 pm – Minyan Services 

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17: PRESIDENTS' DAY

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

5:30 pm – Minyan Services

No Pirkei Avot class this week due to the holiday

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person) 

5:30 pm – Minyan Services

7:00 pm – Rabbi's Challenge, Study Session w/ Rabbi Eliot Pearlson

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

Evening Minyan Is Sponsored By Andrea Siassipour and Family remembering their beloved grandmother Paula Brickman Sheer ז"ל on the anniversary of her Yahrzeit, with all of our love
8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)
12:00 pm – Lunch & Learn w/ Rabbi Eliot Pearlson
5:30 pm – Minyan Services

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20

Minyan Breakfast Is Sponsored By Moises & Doris Fins remembering beloved father, 
Nissim Faro ז"ל

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)
5:30 pm – Minyan Services

7:00 pm – ISHA Bible Study Class w/ Ahuva Franco

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

5:30 pm – Kabbalat Shabbat Services (in-person only)

PURIM IS COMING:

Sol Chadowitz in honor of his special birthday!

Dr. Polly Buck on publishing her first book, "Fetal Follies: A Guide for Brilliant Parents to Create Brilliant Babes", a magazine-style pregnancy journal, is filled with open prompts/journaling pages, activities, thoughts, advice; it is available for sale on Amazon!​​​​​​​

​​​​​​​Lehrman Community Day School's First Graders who received their first siddur/prayerbook at this week's Hagigat HaSiddur ceremony:

•    RIO BRUSOVANIK (daughter of Gosha Brusovanick & Lauren Luis) 
•    SALLY & MIMI GELPI (daughters of Estee & Nick Gelpi)
•    ANNABELLE GOLDENHOLZ (daughter of Gilad & Rebekah Goldenholz)
•    JAMES GOLDMAN (son of Corey & Eliana Goldman and grandson of Dr. Michael & Lishka Wittels)
•    PEARL KHOUDARI (daughter of Alan & Elyse Khoudari, granddaughter of Jeff & Lillian Rosenberg, great-granddaughter of Morris Rapport ז"ל)
•    DYLAN LUCAS (son of Hal Lucas & Marisa Toccin Lucas) 
•    SYLVIE SAVIR (daughter of David Savir & Jackie Savir and granddaughter of David & Cindy Berger)
•   CHARLES SPECTOR (son of Vladimir Spector & Elizabeth Dascal Spector, grandson of Charles & Fanny Dascal ז"ל)
•    MAYA WEINSHEL (daughter of David & Irina Weinshel)
•    SOPHIA WOLFSON (daughter of Howard & Pamela Wolfson)
•    ZOEY ZALAZNICK (daughter of Jeff & Ali Zalaznick)

WE THE NATION OF ISRAEL MOURN OUR BRETHREN
Our prayers are with the families of the soldiers and/or civilians killed as Israel continues Operation Iron Sword. (Source: Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

No new names were released this week

MENORAH'S DAILY MINYAN

 IN-PERSON

Friday: 5:30pm | Saturday: 10:00am | Sunday: 8:45am | Weekdays: 8:00am 

ON ZOOM

Friday: 8:00am || Sunday: 8:45am / 5:30pm || Monday-Thursday: 8:00am / 5:30pm

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(Meeting ID: 649 646 6938 | Passcode: 62075)

Parashah Bo

3 Shvat 5785 • 1 February 2025
General Overview 

Hebrew/English Linear Translations  •  Text with Rashi's Commentary

Sanctuary Flowers Is Sponsored By

Udi & Amy Sabach 

in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Talia

Desserts Are Sponsored By
George Minski
in celebration of Miriam’s Hebrew Birthday

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FRIDAY NIGHT BAT MITZVAH:

TALIA CAPRI SABACH is the daughter of proud parents Amy

and Udi Sabach, and big sister to Gabriella (GG) Sabach. She is honored to become a Bat Mitzvah on February 1, 2025, and carry on the beautiful and important traditions of her Jewish heritage.

After gaining a strong Jewish foundation during her elementary years at Lehrman Community Day School, Talia is continuing her education at Miami Country Day School. She is currently an exemplary 7th grade student, who always strives to do her best

best and achieve high academic goals. In addition to her academic achievements, Talia is a passionate athlete, playing both volleyball and basketball on her middle school teams. Her summers are spent at Camp Blue Star, in Asheville, NC. In her free time, Talia loves spending time with her friends, playing with her dog Marley, and just relaxing at home.

For Talia’s mitzvah project, she became involved in the Young Lions of Judah Program, where she was paired up with a Holocaust survivor, and given the opportunity to get to know him and learn about his experiences during the Holocaust. Through this priceless opportunity, she can now continue to share these extremely important stories with future generations.

Above all else, Talia is a loving daughter, caring sister, and loyal friend. She is a blessing in our lives, and we are so proud of her. She is a light in our lives, and we are so blessed to be her parents. 

Talia is so thankful to Rabbi Pearlson, Rabbi Josh, and Rosalind Lanes for their guidance and support as Talia prepared for her Bat Mitzvah. 

Thank you to all of our family and friends for being here to share in our celebration!

THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE

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Meeting ID: 649 646 6938 / Passcode: 62075

FRIDAY, JANUARY 31

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person) 

5:30 pm – Kabbalat Shabbat Services (in-person only) 
5:46 pm – Shabbat Candle Lighting

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1
10:00 am – Shabbat Services (in-person only)

10:00 am – Shabbat Kids Program (Olemberg Hall's Mommy & Me Room)

6:40 pm – Shabbat Ends

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2

8:45 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

5:30 pm – Minyan Services 

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

5:30 pm – Minyan Services

7:00 pm – Pirkei Avot w/ Rabbi Josh Kunis

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person) 

5:30 pm – Minyan Services

7:00 pm – Rabbi's Challenge, Study Session w/ Rabbi Eliot Pearlson

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5
8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)
12:00 pm – Lunch & Learn w/ Rabbi Eliot Pearlson
5:30 pm – Minyan Services

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)
5:30 pm – Minyan Services

7:00 pm – ISHA Bible Study Class w/ Ahuva Franco

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7: JNF DINNER

8:00 am – Minyan Services (also in-person)

5:30 pm – Kabbalat Shabbat Services (in-person only)

NEXT FRIDAY:

NEXT SATURDAY, FEB 8, 2025

Charles & Marta Waserstein in honor of the birth of a great-child, Benjamin Aaron Bekerman, son of Dr. Jessica Waserstein & Nate Bekerman! Mazal Tov to  grandparents, Alan & Traci Waserstein!

Udi & Amy Sabach in honor of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter, Talia!

Alma Weintraub in honor of the Bar Mitzvah of grandson, Samuel! Mazal Tov to parents,

Avi & Maria Weintraub!

Sarita Rozencwaig, Richard & Jodie Rozencwaig on the occasion of their beloved Brandon Rozencwaig ז"ל being remembered at the Friendship Circle Gala!

WE THE NATION OF ISRAEL MOURN OUR BRETHREN
Our prayers are with the families of the soldiers and civilians killed as Israel continues Operation Iron Sword. (Source: Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

No new names were released this week

EXTENDED UNTIL MID-FEBRUARY