Holy Blossom Temple

Numbers 8:1 - 12:16

Haftarah: Zechariah 2:14 - 4:7

Parashat HaShavuah – Timely Insights, Timeless Wisdom.

Starting this July.

The Rabbis of Old often compared Torah to water. Both can quench our thirst. Both can refresh the soul. Both can replenish our bodies.

So whether you prefer the lakeside, poolside, or seaside, please join me and fellow congregants for Shabbat morning Torah study this summer.

Immerse yourself or just take a dip into the vast sea of Jewish wisdom and be buoyed by it.

Everyone is welcome.

Usually held in our beautiful sanctuary, our Shabbat morning service is the centrepiece of our week. The voices of our Cantors and Temple Singers lead our prayers in celebration of Shabbat. The teachings of our Rabbis explore Jewish ideas and Jewish ideals. The life cycle occasions of our congregants --
Babynaming, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Ufruf, Special Anniversary, Significant Birthday, acknowledging recovery, accomplishment or loss -- bring our congregation together in sacred community to share in each others' joy and sorrow.
Kiddush-lunch follows for all to gather and greet.

Ru, Kim Thúy
The Governor General's Literary Award-winning novel is a lullaby for Vietnam and a love letter to a new homeland. Vignettes of exquisite clarity, sharp observation and sly wit, carry the reader on an unforgettable journey from a palatial residence in Saigon to a crowded and muddy Malaysian refugee camp, and onward to a new life in Quebec.

Enjoy the best of Yiddish literature, read and translated with commentary. We are currently reading Di Agunah by Chaim Grade. The story is about a conflict between two rabbis who have diametrically different positions on whether a woman whose husband has disappeared may remarry

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a challah. To RSVP please call Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a Challah. Please RSVP to Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532.

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants will receive a freshly baked challah. RSVP to Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a freshly baked Challah. Please RSVP to Elana 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532

On the last Friday of each month Shabbat Fusion Service is literally that - a fusion of music from eastern continents to western communities. This service is geared for our the 20's and 30's. It happens once a month for 8 months at 6:30 pm. Bring a friend. DON'T MISS IT!

Numbers 13:1 - 15:41

Haftarah: Joshua 2:1 - 2:24

Parashat HaShavuah – Timely Insights, Timeless Wisdom.

Starting this July.

The Rabbis of Old often compared Torah to water. Both can quench our thirst. Both can refresh the soul. Both can replenish our bodies.

So whether you prefer the lakeside, poolside, or seaside, please join me and fellow congregants for Shabbat morning Torah study this summer.

Immerse yourself or just take a dip into the vast sea of Jewish wisdom and be buoyed by it.

Everyone is welcome.

Usually held in our beautiful sanctuary, our Shabbat morning service is the centrepiece of our week. The voices of our Cantors and Temple Singers lead our prayers in celebration of Shabbat. The teachings of our Rabbis explore Jewish ideas and Jewish ideals. The life cycle occasions of our congregants --
Babynaming, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Ufruf, Special Anniversary, Significant Birthday, acknowledging recovery, accomplishment or loss -- bring our congregation together in sacred community to share in each others' joy and sorrow.
Kiddush-lunch follows for all to gather and greet.

What is Talmud? Is it halachah (law)? Is it aggadah (stories)? Is it a commentary on the Mishnah? Is it an exact record –a transcript—of the rabbis’ discussions in the Academy? Does the Talmud have only an historical interest for us, or can it speak to us as modern Jews? We’ll discover answers to all these questions as we “journey through the sea of Talmud” together. No previous experience is necessary – only curiosity and a sense of humor.
Sponsored by Sisterhood

Enjoy the best of Yiddish literature, read and translated with commentary. We are currently reading Di Agunah by Chaim Grade. The story is about a conflict between two rabbis who have diametrically different positions on whether a woman whose husband has disappeared may remarry

WHY THE ROMA?
Supporting a Community’s Struggle for Justice

A panel discussion introduced by Rabbi Dow Marmur, Rabbi Emeritus of
Holy Blossom Temple, and moderated by Mary Jo Leddy, 2011 recipient of
the Gunther Plaut Humanitarian Award and founder of Romero House.

PANELISTS:
Bernie Farber: Social Activist, Former CEO of Canadian Jewish Congress
Anna Porter: Publisher of Key Porter Books, Author of Kasztner’s Train
Gina Csanyi-Robah: Executive Director of the Roma Community Centre, Educator,
Human Rights Advocate

Reception and Roma Photo Exhibit to follow

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a challah. To RSVP please call Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a Challah. Please RSVP to Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532.

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants will receive a freshly baked challah. RSVP to Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a freshly baked Challah. Please RSVP to Elana 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532

Tot Shabbat:
Young children, 6 and under, (their parents, siblings, grandparents and anyone they know who could benefit from this service) are invited to enjoy our children friendly Shabbat Service. This service consists of, stories, songs music all Shabbat related. Please join us on the first Friday of every month beginning at 6:00 pm in the Philip Smith Foyer when we have our Shabbat Service and Semi-pot luck dinner following . RSVP‘s are required for this service. Everyone welcome.

Greet Shabbat and one another with the sounds of prayer and nigun.

The new Hebrew month of Tamuz

Numbers 16:1 - 18:32

Haftarah: Isaiah 66:1 - 66:24 (Shabbat Rosh Chodesh)

Parashat HaShavuah – Timely Insights, Timeless Wisdom.

Starting this July.

The Rabbis of Old often compared Torah to water. Both can quench our thirst. Both can refresh the soul. Both can replenish our bodies.

So whether you prefer the lakeside, poolside, or seaside, please join me and fellow congregants for Shabbat morning Torah study this summer.

Immerse yourself or just take a dip into the vast sea of Jewish wisdom and be buoyed by it.

Everyone is welcome.

Usually held in our beautiful sanctuary, our Shabbat morning service is the centrepiece of our week. The voices of our Cantors and Temple Singers lead our prayers in celebration of Shabbat. The teachings of our Rabbis explore Jewish ideas and Jewish ideals. The life cycle occasions of our congregants --
Babynaming, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Ufruf, Special Anniversary, Significant Birthday, acknowledging recovery, accomplishment or loss -- bring our congregation together in sacred community to share in each others' joy and sorrow.
Kiddush-lunch follows for all to gather and greet.

Join us once a month after Shabbat Kiddush as we gather to learn the weekly Torah portion using the WRJ’s, The Torah, A Women’s Commentary.
Everyone welcome. After Shabbat services and Kiddush (about 1 p.m.)

The new Hebrew month of Tamuz

What is Talmud? Is it halachah (law)? Is it aggadah (stories)? Is it a commentary on the Mishnah? Is it an exact record –a transcript—of the rabbis’ discussions in the Academy? Does the Talmud have only an historical interest for us, or can it speak to us as modern Jews? We’ll discover answers to all these questions as we “journey through the sea of Talmud” together. No previous experience is necessary – only curiosity and a sense of humor.
Sponsored by Sisterhood

Enjoy the best of Yiddish literature, read and translated with commentary. We are currently reading Di Agunah by Chaim Grade. The story is about a conflict between two rabbis who have diametrically different positions on whether a woman whose husband has disappeared may remarry

Everyone welcome to come and share your jewllery, handbags and all your old treasures and see what exciting things your friends have to share. For more information please call Elana at 416 789-3291 x 221

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a challah. To RSVP please call Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a Challah. Please RSVP to Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532.

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants will receive a freshly baked challah. RSVP to Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a freshly baked Challah. Please RSVP to Elana 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532

Numbers 19:1 - 22:1

Haftarah: Judges 11:1 - 11:33

Parashat HaShavuah – Timely Insights, Timeless Wisdom.

Starting this July.

The Rabbis of Old often compared Torah to water. Both can quench our thirst. Both can refresh the soul. Both can replenish our bodies.

So whether you prefer the lakeside, poolside, or seaside, please join me and fellow congregants for Shabbat morning Torah study this summer.

Immerse yourself or just take a dip into the vast sea of Jewish wisdom and be buoyed by it.

Everyone is welcome.

Usually held in our beautiful sanctuary, our Shabbat morning service is the centrepiece of our week. The voices of our Cantors and Temple Singers lead our prayers in celebration of Shabbat. The teachings of our Rabbis explore Jewish ideas and Jewish ideals. The life cycle occasions of our congregants --
Babynaming, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Ufruf, Special Anniversary, Significant Birthday, acknowledging recovery, accomplishment or loss -- bring our congregation together in sacred community to share in each others' joy and sorrow.
Kiddush-lunch follows for all to gather and greet.

Enjoy the best of Yiddish literature, read and translated with commentary. We are currently reading Di Agunah by Chaim Grade. The story is about a conflict between two rabbis who have diametrically different positions on whether a woman whose husband has disappeared may remarry

Join us for a wonderful evening of song, laughter and tears as members of the cast of Stratford's presentation Fiddler on the Roof come to Holy Blossom. This promises to be an evening of delight as Stratford's finest bring Fiddler 'to life'.

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a challah. To RSVP please call Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants receive a Challah. Please RSVP to Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532.

Come and get in the mood for Shabbat with music, movement and more! This program is for babies under 13 months of age, accompanied by their parents or grandparents. Please join Mark Weinstock for singing, dancing and storytelling. And each week, participants will receive a freshly baked challah. RSVP to Elana at 416 789-3291 x 0 or vm 532