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FRIDAY JUL 12
CANDLE LIGHTING: 8:08 pm
SHABBAT ENDS: 9:16 pm |
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Women's Partners in Learning
Sign up for Women's Partners in Learning this summer! Learn for 45 minutes, once a week, for 4 weeks on YOUR time, with YOUR schedule, and what YOU are interested in. Dates: August 5th- 29th. Please fill out the attached Google Form to sign up to be partnered with someone with the same interests as you
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New Book on the Weekly Parasha & Jewish Holidays based on the teachings of Harav Eliyahu Ben Haim
With gratitude to Hashem, a new book has been published by Rabbi Mosheh Aziz and Rabbi Chaim Levtov, Penine Haim: Insights on the Weekly Parasha and the Jewish Holidays. The book is based on the teachings of our chief halachic authority, Harav Eliyahu Ben-Haim has been approved for our community by our UMJCA Religious Council. Copies are available for pickup in our kanissas. For more information please contact Rabbi Mosheh Aziz.
Amazon Link: https://t.ly/tw2TQ |
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Unlocking Your Best Self: A Journey Through Middot
Join us for a transformative five-week series dedicated to refining and enhancing your character traits, known as middot. Each week, we will focus on a specific trait, providing practical tools and insights to help you grow and improve. This course is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their self-awareness and strive towards becoming their best self-based on Torah sources. Class Topics: Bitachon (Trust) - Kinah (Jealousy) - Emet (Truth) - Zerizut/Self-Actualization (Diligence and Fulfillment) Teshuva (Repentance). Classes will be held on Monday mornings at 9:30 sharp starting July 15th. Sign up for the entire series and receive audio recordings of all classes to revisit and reinforce your learning. Or… try just one class for $30/per class. To register please contact: Elisheva Hakimian (516) 851-9235 |
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MYC Presents: The Mitzvah Movement
Our newest series where we will unleash a plethora of fun & exciting volunteeropportunities! Join us for our kick off event Monday, July 15th at the Israel Chesed Center for a good time as we pack essential supplies that are bound to Israel!!! A night filled with music & Israeli style dinner and delights, we can't wait to see you there. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER |
Shaare Shalom Shabbat Speakers this Week: Rabbi Elyahoo Ben Haim
Submitted by Hertzl Cohanpour on behalf of the Shaare Shalom Synagogue Board |
IT'S BACK!!! Seuda Shelishit @ Shaare Rachamim
A special Evening with Rabbi Bitton. Shaare Rachamim invites all men to come and enjoy Seudah Shelishi again. Shabbat afternoon following Mincha. Special Guest Speakers: Rabbi Yosef Bitton, Ariel Hakimi, TBA |
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LADIES SEUDA SHELISHIT
Ladies Seuda Shelishit with Rabbanit Coty Bitton
Guest Speakers: Carmit Akhavan and Micol Hakimian
7:30 pm, Shaare Rachamim Tent |
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SBM Ladies Presents: FIRST ANNUAL FASHION SHOW – Mon, Jul 22
Join us for an elegant evening of modest fashion at the home of Stella Basal on Monday, July 22. Open to all teenage girls and ladies, the event will feature dairy dinner, live music, exciting raffle prizes, words of inspiration and an array of fashionable vendors showcasing their products on our very own community models! Venmo @Stella-Basal to register for advanced pricing.
All admission benefit Israel Sheba Hospital & SBM programming. |
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MESA is excited to announce the grand opening of Second grade for the school year 2024-2025
There are very limited spots available for First grade and Kindergarten. Only 4 more spots left with the financial incentive, please see attached flyer for more information. Offer ends July 15th, 2024. For more information, please visit www.MagenEphraim.com or call 516-613-4422. |
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SIGN UP FOR THE NEW SESSION OF PARTNERS IN LEARNING!!
After receiving amazing reviews, Partners in Learning is back for Season 4, Summer Session!! Make your summer meaningful by signing up for Partners in Learning to be matched with a learning partner to learn a Jewish topic you’re interested in!
Hundreds have signed up in the past, what are you waiting for?
SIGN UP HERE: https://bit.ly/partnersinlearning4summmer
How it works:
1) Complete the form to be matched with a learning partner tailored to you.
2) We'll pair you with someone suitable for you
3) You schedule a weekly 30-minute study session at a time that works for both of you.
Zero commitment necessary*: try it one week and back out at any moment!!
For more info please contact
Josh Aziz: 516-418-4601
Mikey Nassimi: 516-423-6218
Aaron Aziz: 516-355-8018 |
UMJCA OLYMPICS 2024 - Special IDF Edition
Dear Community Members, Welcome to the 2024 Special IDF Edition UMJCA Olympic Games! We invite all men & women (high school age & up) to participate! Last year we had 350 Athletes and we expect to grow each year!
- MAY 05 - Registration Begins
- JUNE 09 - Registration Ends
- JULY 23 - Games Begin
- AUG 11 - Championship Day
REGISTRATION: https://forms.gle/hHd4G66TkEQAE12M8
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM FOR NEWS/UPDATES/MEDIA:https://instagram.com/umjcaolympics?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Submitted by Bob Kamali. |
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We're seeking writers for the upcoming issue of Megillah!
Featured Topics for our upcoming issue:
- Is the singles' scene toxic?
- The affordability crisis in Great Neck
- The shortage of housing in Great Neck
- Farewell to the current MYC, term in review
- Best path post high school: Yeshiva, college or straight to work?
Please email megillah@mashadiyouth.org with any questions or submissions.
Submission deadline: August 15, 2024.
Projected Publication Date: October 1, 2024.
Submitted by Adam Etessami |
Immediate Availability @ MBC Center for Mental Health
At the Mashadi Bikur Cholim Center for Mental Health, we offer a safe and confidential space for the Mashadi community to seek psychotherapy services. We provide guidance and support for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and other emotional challenges, in a haven of complete confidentiality. Our services include video sessions, in-person consultations, and flexible scheduling. We accept major insurances and rely on donations to continue our mission as a nonprofit organization.
Contact our clinical director Debra Ilberman at: Phone: 516-814-2666 - Email: MBCMentalHealth@gmail.com |
Celebrating the 50th Year Anniversary of the Mashadi Directory
We are in the final process of preparing the publication of the new UMJCA Mashadi Directory. In the coming weeks there will be a letter mailed to all community members to review your profile and activate your online account. |
Hilchot Shabbat WITH Rabbi Livi
Join us as we resume learning Halachot Shabbat after Javoon Minyan with R Michael Livi. Short recording will be uploaded to this playlist on YouTube. Laws of Friday Night Kiddush began earlier this week:
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UMJCA Israel Emergency Fund
Dear Community Members,
We are all devastated by the horrific situation in Israel. In addition to our prayers, our brothers and sisters overseas need our immediate support. Effective immediately, we have created a UMJCA Israel Emergency Fund. We are sending resources to vetted organizations who can provide immediate relief to those in need. In addition to an emergency fundraiser this Shabbat at all kanissas, we are launching the below link for donations.Please give generously. Thank you, The Central Board
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SBM Daily Dose IS BACK
For technical reasons we will be switching over to an admin only group chat where all future videos will be sent.
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Mashadi Wedding Album
LAST CALL FOR WEDDING ALBUM SUBMISSION
The MYC is asking all couples who were married from 2002 Present, to please complete and submit the form being circulated in order to be included in the upcoming community wedding photo albums. Please spread this message to all friends & relatives! Absolute final submission deadline of August 1, those who do not submit will be left out.
For more information, please contact Adam Etessami or Michael Livi |
NY State Unclaimed Funds for Mashadis
The 2023 unclaimed funds are now available for New York Residents. (There are many Mashadi names on the list, please search your last name):
Submitted by Michael Hakimian |
Rabbi Jonathan Livi Sundays Special Navi & Parasha Class
Please join Rabbi Jonathan Livi on Sundays at 10:00AM for a special Navi & Parasha Class. The Navi Portion begins at 10:00 Parasha begins at 10:30 Bagel Mentch Breakfast is served weekly! At Shaare Rachamim on the Main Floor |
MJCC CONSTRUCTION UPDATES
Thanks to all our community members who have generously donated for the Mashadi Jewish Community Center and made our dream a reality. We cannot continue without your support!
There are still dedications available. We encourage everyone who is still considering to be part of this generational opportunity to contact Omid Hakimi at (516) 770-5533
Please follow our construction progress on www.MJCC.org
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MASHADI BIKKUR CHOLIM
Mashadi Bikkur Cholim is a network of volunteer Mashadi organizations working together to help community members and their families in critical times of need. Our philosophy is that someone has been through this before. We can be there to help make it a little easier for you and your family. 8 divisions include Medical Referrals, Bikkur Cholim (visiting the sick), Social Services, Senior Services, Cancer Support, Fertility Network, Individuals with Special Needs and Mental Health Services. You can DM us on Instagram at @mashadibikkurcholim. All calls are strictly confidential.
Follow @MashadiBikkurCholim on Instagram. For more information please contact: Dr Ariel Nassim, Brian Hakimian, Neda Behnam, and Eddie LeVian.
Social Services Resources, Information and Links - Homeowner Assistance Funding Available from NY State - Mashadi Bikkur Cholim Introduces CAPE - Financial Help with the Cost of Internet Service and the Purchase of Computers - FREE APPLIANCES and more by PSEG Long Island - Senior Services/Social Services - FREE ASSISTANCE
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UMJCA Online Portal
Dear community members. We are proud to announce that the UMJCA has developed an online portal for community members to log in and view their pledges, pay their invoices, and download previous transactions. If interested in taking part in Online Billing and Payments , please forward your Name, Email address and Home address for verification to the following WhatsApp account. Only one Email per household can be used.
Once the Email is authenticated and authorized, you will receive a notification, and the user well have access to the portal. The UMJCA Online portal can currently be found in the Kanissa News mobile app under the Links Tab. Thank you. Submitted by Dr. Daniel Benilevi. |
Halakha of the Day
Making Halakha and Jewish history accessible to all - By Rabbi Yosef Bitton
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Community Certified Matchmaker
We are very happy to introduce Mrs. Karen Koren, the new matchmaker of our community. Karen is a certified life and relationship coach, a Kallah teacher, podcast host, mentor, and
Torah educator for our youth. She has a BA in Communications from Queens College. She currently runs a program for young women that facilitates important discussions and incorporates fun activities to enhance self-esteem, body image, teamwork, and girl empowerment. Mrs. Koren will be assisted by a special team of community volunteers. Karen can be reached via email at SoulSessionswithKK@gmail.com or via phone at 516-698-1953. Submitted by Rabbi Yosef Bitton on behalf of the UMJCA MARRIAGE COMMITTEE |
Central Board Event Calendar Notice
Dear Community Members, We are constantly reviewing and assessing the community calendar rules to try and make them fair to all. We ask all community members to please understand that there must be an order of priority for all events and non-conflicting times. To make a reservation on the calendar, please be sure to email calendar@umjca.org so your request is documented and timestamped.
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Mashadi Women's Shabbat Spice
A weekly dose of wisdom & insights on the Parasha to spice up your Shabbat table! Each week features articles by two women of the community.
For this Week's Edition of Shabbat Spice CLICK HERE
To subscribe by WhatsApp CLICK HERE
To subscribe by email or to write one week, contact mashadishabbatspice@gmail.com |
Tanakh Classes with Rabbi Jonathan Livi!
Sephardic Bet Midrash is proud to present a whole slew of classes on Tanakh by our very own Rabbi Jonathan Livi.
Parasha Classes - AKA "The Parasha Podcast"
■ Monday through Friday: 7:35AM - 8:05AM in the Shaare Shalom social hall
■ Sunday at 9:30AM - in Shaare Rachamim (main floor)
All classes can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. (uploaded daily)
Spotify Link
Apple Podcasts Link
Navi Classes (Starting with Sefer Yehoshua) - AKA "The Navi Podcast"
■ Monday - Friday - 8:40AM - 9:00AM - Shaare Rachamim main sanctuary
■ Thursday nights - 8:30PM Shaare Rachamim Main Floor
Spotify Link
Apple Podcasts Link |
New Podcast Series with Rabbi Adam Sabzevari
Sefer HaMitzvot - We will learn the book of mitzvot in very short episodes.
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UMJCA Wedding Package
We are happy to announce that UMJCA Wedding Package with Lederman Catering is BACK beginning in September. for any information, please contact Haleh Benilevi at (516) 849-3636. |
SHIRA NEWS
Shaare Shalom
▪ Celebrating the Birth of the Newborn Baby Boy, born to Kelly and Rabbi Ryan LeVian
Ohr Esther - Young Mashadi Jewish Center
▪ No Shiras were reported at Ohr Esther for this Shabbat
Shaare Rachamim
▪ No Shiras were reported at Shaare Rachamim for this Shabbat
ADDITIONAL SHIRAS
Shaare Yashar (813 Middle Neck Rd, Great Neck)
▪ Celebrating the Wedding of Rachel (Soleimani) to Joshua Girnun
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THIS WEEK IN SHALOM WEEK
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