Message from Rabbi Yonatan: What do miracles and light have to do with one another? CLICK HERE to view my weekly video to hear a thought on this question! Chag Sameach & Shabbat Shalom! Please note: Rabbi Yonatan will be on leave from secular New Years until early February. In case of an emergency please contact: President@kehilatnitzan.org.au
Hanukkah BBQ Bonanza 2022 Over 80 people of all ages enjoyed a perfect summer evening in the Silver family’s beautiful garden the BBQ was a lovely relaxed occasion. A heartfelt thank you to our generous and gracious hosts Jo, Steve, James and Aidan Silver. With crafts, music, food and more we have many to thank for their time and talent. Thank you to our dedicated organzising committee led by Miriam Faine and to Aidan Silver, Ruby Krug, and Rabbi Gabbi for organising and leading the children’s activities.Thank you to Amanda Mckeown for the social media support and to Julie Leder and Bobby Marcus who led the spirited singing and organised the music. Thank you to day of volunteers Pam Gelfand, Anna and Greg Shalit, Anna Plotkin, David Krug, Judy Feiglin and Deb Korman we couldn't have done it without all of your help. A special thank you to Rabbi Yonatan, Sue Zyngier for their leadership and Alex Silver for her support and assistance. And everyone who attended and made the night such a success! Chag Sameach!
Join us for Musical Kabbalat Shabbat Friday 23 December 6:00 pm
Kesher/B'nei Mitzvah Korner
We wish everyone an early Happy Hanukkah, a safe and relaxing summer and we look forward to seeing everyone at our first class of the new year: Orientation Night/Pizza Party on the 8th of February. To register your child for the 2023 Kesher/Bnei Mitzvah program please contact the office at info@kehilatnitzan.org.au.
Save the Date: Orientation Night- Pizza Party Wednesday 8 February 2023 5 pm - Stay Tuned for More Information
If you know of a student age 9-12, invite them and their family to check out our Kesher/Bnei Mitzvah program. You'll be glad you did. For more information contact the Kehilat Nitzan at 9500 0906 or info@kehilatnitzan.org.au
Book Club Wednesday 1 February at 2:00 pm Our next book club meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, 1 February at KN at 2:00 pm The book we will discuss is: State of Terror by Hillary Clinton and Louise Penny. State of Terror is a compelling and critically acclaimed international political thriller. It is co-written by former Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton and renowned Canadian author of mystery novels, Louise Penny. To reserve your spot call Fran at 0414 822 584.
Kavanah Join us every Shabbat Morning for “כוונה”. What is Kavanah?! Kavanah means intention and these sessions are designed to direct our intention (or attention) towards the divine source within each one of us through intentional breathing, chanting phrases from Jewish prayer/Torah and simply finding space to prepare ourselves for a meaningful day of Shabbat and the traditional services that follow. When: 9am Shabbat Mornings Where: Meet in the Rabbi’s office (at KN)
Services
Kabbalat Shabbat 6:00 pm
Shabbat Morning 9:30 am
Weekday Minyanim - Monday to Friday 8:00 am (in person at KN on Wednesdays only or on Zoom (M-F)
Please note change in time for daily minyan and note minyan will return to 7:30 am on the 23rd of January.
Please note Talmud class returns on Wednesday 8, February 2023
Kehilat Nitzan Office Closure Please note: The Shul office will be closed for the Summer Holiday break starting Friday 23, December and reopening on Monday 9, January 2023. Our office is currently closed until Monday 9th of January for summer break.
In case of an emergency please contact our president via email at president@kehilatnitzan.org.au Thank you and enjoy your summer.
Birthdays of the Week Lily Stein Rose Stein Avidan Goldwaser Marlene Oppenheim Monica Hyams Jonathan Mushin Lily Burstyner Anna Landau Lilly Revere Pratt Inja Stracenski Andrew Freeman Brad Prezant Roxanne Summer
Yahrzeits this coming week May the memories of your loved ones be a blessing
Louis Berkowitz, Father of Rhona Herz Diana Gelfand, Mother of Warren Gelfand Miriam Helfenbaum, Mother of Sam Helfenbaum William Samuel Klein, Father of Evelyn Rose Doreen Phyllis Nayman, Mother of Marcus Nayman Kenneth Nebel, Father of Melanie Delanoy Nathan Rynderman, Grandfather of Anthony Goldberg Minnie Wiseman, Mother of Beverley Rosenberg, Grandmother of Rebecca Rubin, Grandmother of Mark Rosenberg Heck (Harry) Zaks, Father of Jack Zaks
KN Tree of Life Honour your family or life event at Shule by sponsoring a leaf on the Tree of Life OR sponsor our stunning, remaining stained glass panel.
Please contact the office on 9500 0906 or email us and Bev or Sue will call you back to discuss the details