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This week's Parshat Ekev
When we look at recent events, it is clear that those who lead
the financial and political worlds –those one might call the upper
echelons of society – have not been the perfect examples of ethical
rectitude.
In Ekev, Moses asks the question: "What does Hashem ask of you?" (Devarim
10:12). His answer follows on: "Only to fear the L-rd your G-d ..."
The word "only" implies being asked to do
something which is not very difficult. Now, we know that the fear of
G-d is not easy to achieve. The Gemara considers this and says that,
as far as Moses was concerned, fear of G-d was not difficult.
The Kli Yakar (R' Shlomo Ephraim Lunshitz, 1550-1619) says that this
needs clarification as the Torah is speaking to everyone, and we
cannot compare anyone to Moses. He gives two answers,
one of which is relevant to our times. He says that the fear of G-d
appertaining to the generation who lived in the time of Moses should
not have been so difficult. The reason for this is that Moses, who
was elevated to a spiritual status unique in Jewish history, gave an
outstanding example of leadership which set a model for others to
follow in laying a foundation for a society based on eternal values.
What can we expect from the younger generation, when those who
should be guiding them have no sense of right or wrong? The Kli
Yakar is pointing out that, as Moses was a shining light in
his time, so the leaders of every nation, whether in the spiritual
or secular sphere, should act in such a way as to reflect honour on
themselves and, by their example, bring about a healthy and
principled society.
Events
Everyday, 365 days a year!
Daf Hayomi Shiur will resume after the summer - at 5:50am
every weekday in Ohr Yisrael.
Join Rabbi Garson and thousands of other eager Gemara learners
around the world, to complete the whole Talmud cycle in just over 7
years!
For more info please contact Dr Richard Shama:
richard_shama@yahoo.co.uk
MondaysJujitsu for ladies and girls at Ohr Yisrael,
31/33 Theobald Street, 6.15 pm - 7.15 pm -
Year 2 to Year 6. Year 7 to adults 7.30 pm - 9.00pm.
£5 per session. Holly Hudson takes the classes and can be reached at
www.parklodgejjk.co.uk
TuesdaysJujitsu for men and boys at Ohr Yisrael,
31/33 Theobald Street 7.30pm for boys (age 10 yrs to
under 15 yrs) and 8.30pm for men (all levels). For
more information and to confirm attendance please contact Martyn
Landau.
FridaysBaby
& Toddler Group
10am - 12pm
Join us for a morning of singing, playtime and kabbalat shabbat.
The group is now meeting in people's homes. For details of whose home
it's in, or to volunteer to host it please email Louise Shama:
richard_shama@yahoo.co.uk or Liz Braun:
ebraun@email.com
The group is open to all, so please bring family and friends with
babies and toddlers.
Shabbat
This Shabbat at Ohr Yisrael...
Kabbalat Shabbat: Richard Shama.
Pseukei Dzimra: Ronnie Phillips.
Shacharit: Norman Nodell.
Leining: Eytan Phillips, Ed Pertchick,
Moishe Gotlieb, Michael Ross.
Maftir: Michael Ross.
Mussaf: Moishe Gotlieb.
If you or your child
would like to participate in the service please contact Harold
Bergson on
haroldbergson@yahoo.co.uk
JULY - Our 1st Shabbatot Charity Special...
Please invite your family and
friends for a Shabbat meal over any weekend in JULY. Ask
for a donation instead of a present. All proceeds will go towards
our beloved shul.
The family that raises the most money will receive a special prize.
Lets eat our way to success!
For more info please contact Justine Deacon on 8953 4003 /
paulandjustine@hotmail.co.uk
Young First Aider Course
Sunday 5th September,
10am - 12pm.
Help your child to stay calm and
be prepared in the event of a medical emergency. This course is
specially adapted to teach kids the vital tools of first aid so
that they will feel confidant and in control if they are the only
ones around.
For Children aged 7 - 10 years.
Venue: Ohr Yisrael Shul
Run by an experienced & reputable
training company, Jemcare Training.
Cost: £10 per child
Up to 15 children only - 1st
come 1st serve.
For more info or to book your places please contact Juliet:
julietsummerfield@btinternet.com 07908 767 336 or Deborah:
ohryisrael@tiscali.co.uk / 0781 303 8673.
Don't let you child miss out on this amazing and important
opportunity!
(a course for older children will take place another time)
Shul Parking
Due to the recent parking
restrictions around the shul premises, please can you avoid
driving to shul on Erev Shabbat as there are very few places to
park. Thank you!
CRP Forms
On the table in the shul foyer you will find 2 boxes
with the children's CRP registration forms. Please take your child's
name from the black box marked TAKE OUT
and put into the blue box marked PUT IN.
The boxes will only be there between 10:15am - 10:45am.
Keeping
it Together - The Jewish Family
Back in September...
watch this space!
LADIES! New series on Shalom Bayit (peace & harmony in
the home), Taharat Hamishpacha (family purity) and general
family issues led by Deborah Garson.
Even the best marriages need improvement so here's your
opportunity to join an informal, friendly and non- judgemental
discussion group.
For more information please
contact Juliet Summerfield:
julietsummerfield@btinternet.com
New Hilchot Shabbat Shiur
Restarting end of August/beginning of September. 8:30pm at Family
Carr, 2 Alwyn Close, Elstree.
Further to over 2 years of successful Daf Yomi, we are
about to start another big project.
Rabbi Garson will be giving a weekly
shiur on Monday nights to cover volume 3 of Mishna Berura
- which covers all the laws of Shabbat.
The shiur will be text based, but
will be accessible to all - as all concepts will be clearly
explained.
Hoping many of you will take this
opportunity to become more knowledgeable about the importance of
keeping Shabbat kehilchato - according to its laws.
All men and women are
welcome.
Stewart Rocklin has just got up from sitting shiva for his mother
may
we all
in future
enjoy just simchas.
Booking the Shul for a function
We encourage you to
use the shul and hall for simchas and other events. If you wish to
do so please contact our secretary Iris Cohen to
book your date in our communal diary to avoid calendar clashes.
Iris Cohen: 020 8207 5728 /
iriscohen@btopenworld.com
Ohr Yisrael's 2nd Sefer Torah
We are delighted to have launched a project for a new Sefer Torah.
The Torah will be donated by Darren Friedman for his late father,
together with members of the community. For further details please
speak to Rabbi Garson or Darren.
Shul Calendar
Please ensure that all
advertisments, personals, greetings, birthdays, yahrziets etc... are
handed in to Len or Iris Cohen no later than the 30th of
July. Full details of prices have been sent out by post.
For more details please speak to Len or Iris Cohen.
"Boruch Rofeh Cholim"
If you know of anyone in the community that is in hospital or ill at
home and would appreciate a visit or meals then please let us know
so we can arrange it. Please contact Deborah on
rebbetzen@ohr-yisrael.org.uk / 0781 303 8673
Borehamwood
Mikveh Information
Information: Mikveh Answerphone 0208 387 1945
Appointments (at your convenience):
Naomi Freeman
Mikveh Mobile No. 07786 071962
For Shabbat/Yomtov appointments, please email
Philippa Ford
mikveh@borehamwoodshul.org
Please check the Mikveh answerphone on the above number for opening
hours. Appointments are optional, but it may be wise to call ahead
to let the attendants know you are expected, for security purposes.
Ladies please try and support our local
Mikvah.
Email Newsletter
To avoid errors & ensure accuracy, anyone who wishes to make an
announcement in the newsletter is advised to personally contact
Deborah Garson at
rebbetzen@ohr-yisrael.org.uk by Tuesday evening.
Looking for a home
Juliet Summerfield has a television that she no longer needs and
would like to offer it to someone in the community. For details
please email
mjulietsummerfield@btinternet.com
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Shabbat Times:
Shabbat begins at 8:32pm
Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat & Ma'ariv at 7:15pm.
Candle lighting between: 7:16pm & 7:30pm
Please note that candles may not be lit before 7:16pm.
For more information about Plag Hamincha - please see
email from Rabbi Garson.
Shacharit 9:15am, followed by kiddush
kindly sponsored by Len Shonfield.
Mincha: 8:25pm followed by a 'Welsh Style'
seudat shlishit kindly sponsored by Ronnie
& Emma Philips.
Maariv & Motzei Shabbat 9.47pm.
Week's Davening Times:
Have a meeting with G-d!
Sunday Morning: 8:15am
Mon - Fri: 6:45am
Please make every effort to help make up the minyan as many of our
'regulars' will be away over the summer.
Useful Contacts:
Any information regarding yahrzeits, simchas or requests for
aliyahs should be sent to
warden@ohr-yisrael.org.uk
Any information about events, simchas, bereavements, etc must
reach Deborah Garson at
rebbetzen@ohr-yisrael.org.uk by Tuesday evening to be in the
newsletter.
To sponsor a kiddush or a Seudat Shlishit, please contact
Melissa Freedman on 07737 9211 29
In the sad event of a bereavement, please contact Rabbi Garson at
rabbi@ohr-yisrael.org.uk
In the event of a birth in the community, a bereavement, if you
know someone is ill and needs assistance or meals, or, for any
questions or help (or a chat) please don't hesitate to contact
Deborah Garson on
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