CHANUKAH BULLETIN

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BULLETIN

CHANUKAH / TU BISHVAT

VOLUME 88 NUMBER 2
NOVEMBER 22, 2015 – FEBRUARY 27, 2016

10 KISLEV 5776 – 18 ADAR 1 5776

‫שער השמים‬ 450 Kensington Avenue SCHEDULE OF SERVICES SHACHARIT 7:30 AM
since 1846 Westmount, QC H3Y 3A2 Weekday 7:15 AM
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Fax: 514.937.2067 Shabbat, Sunday and Legal Holidays 8:30 AM
Direct access: 514.937.9474 Sunday Rosh Chodesh/Chol Hamo'ed/Chanukah
www.shaarhashomayim.org 4:05 PM
Schedule of Services (166) Breakfast following services, except Sundays. 3:56 PM
Eruv Hotline (109) Kiddush following morning services on Shabbat. 4:05 PM
FOUNDATION SCHOOL: 514.937.9475 4:05 PM
SUNDAY – THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22 - 26 5:03 PM
ADAM J. SCHEIER (143) | Rabbi Mincha/Ma’ariv 4:05 PM
[email protected] FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27 3:53 PM
Candle Lighting 4:05 PM
MAHARAT RACHEL KOHL FINEGOLD (174) Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
Director of Education and Spiritual Enrichment PSaHrAasBhBaAtTV,aNyOisVhlEaMchBER 28 4:05 PM
[email protected] Mincha/Ma’ariv 5:01 PM
Havdalah 4:00 PM
DR. WILFRED SHUCHAT (138) | Rabbi Emeritus SNUONVDEMAYB–ETRH2U9R-SDDEACYE, MBER 3 7:15 AM
GIDEON Y. ZELERMYER (101) | Cantor Mincha/Ma’ariv 4:00 PM
[email protected] FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 7:15 AM
Candle Lighting 3:52 PM
RABBI DAVID L. WOOLFSON (123) | Ritual Director Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 4:00 PM
[email protected] PSaHrAasBhBaAtTV,aDyEeCisEhMevB, ESRha5bbat M’varchim 4:00 PM
ROÏ AZOULAY (122) | Music Director Rosh Chodesh Tevet: Shabbat, December 12 and Sunday, December 13 5:01 PM
[email protected] Mincha/Ma’ariv
Havdalah 8:30 AM
SIDNEY S. DWORKIN | Cantor Emeritus SERUENVDCAHYA, DNUECKEAMHBER 6 4:05 PM
DAVID ABRAMS (143) | Parnass MChinanchuak/aMha–’a1rsivt Candle
MICHAEL STERN, CPA, CA (135) | President 7:15 AM
[email protected] MONDAY – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7 - 10 4:05 PM
PENNI KOLB (133) | Executive Director Shacharit 4:05 PM
[email protected] MChinanchuak/aMha–’a2rnivd, 3rd, 4th and 5th candles 3:54 PM
MARTIN BINDMAN, CPA, CA (215) | Director of Finance 4:05 PM
[email protected] FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11 4:05 PM
CShhaacnhuakraith – 6th candle 5:03 PM
SUSAN GREENSPOON ZEMEL (182) | Candle Lighting
Creative Director/Bulletin | [email protected] Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
SPaHrAasBhBaAtTM, DikEeCitEzM, SBhEaRbb1a2t Chanukah, Rosh Chodesh Tevet
ROBYN BENNETT (146) Member Engagement and Mincha/Ma’ariv
Program Manager | [email protected] CHhaavndualkaahh – 7th candle

STEPHANIE NAGUS (169) | Booking Manager RSUosNhDCAhYo,dDeEsChETMevBeEtR 13
[email protected] Shacharit
CMhinanchuak/aMha–’a8rtihv candle
SHERRY SMITH (163) | Director of Foundation School
[email protected] MLAOSTNDDAAYY,ODFECCHEAMNBUEKRAH14
ADELIA BENSOUSSAN (142) | Director of Netivot School Shacharit
[email protected] Mincha/Ma’ariv
STEWART LEIBOVITCH (171) | Cemetery Manager TUESDAY – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15 - 17
[email protected] Mincha/Ma’ariv
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18
MARJORIE KIRSCH-HEFT and SHERYL SHUCHAT (145) Candle Lighting
Sisterhood Co-Presidents | [email protected] Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
IRWIN ZELNIKER | Men’s Association President SPaHrAasBhBaAtTV,aDyEigCaEsMh BER 19
NAOMI KASSIE | Leisure Institute Chairperson Mincha/Ma’ariv
DR. MEL HERSHENFIELD | Honorary Advisory Council Havdalah
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Mincha/Ma’ariv 4:05 PM Shacharit Candle Lighting 5:00 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:15 AM Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
FTaUsEtSoDf AthYe, DTeEnCtEhMoBf TEeRve2t2 4:30 PM
Fast begins PSaHrAasBhBaAtTM, FisEhBpRaUtiAmR,YSh6abbat M’varchim
Mincha/Ma’ariv 6:07 AM TUESDAY – THURSDAY, JANUARY 12 - 14 Rosh Chodesh Adar I: Tuesday, February 9 and
Fast concludes 3:55 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 4:30 PM
4:48 PM Wednesday, February 10
FRIDAY, JANUARY 15 Mincha/Ma’ariv 5:00 PM
DWEECDENMEBSEDRAY23ANADNDTH2U4RSDAY, Candle Lighting 4:18 PM Havdalah 5:54 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 4:30 PM
4:05 PM SUNDAY – THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7 - 11
PSaHrAasBhBaAtTB,oJANUARY 16 Mincha/Ma’ariv 5:10 PM
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 25 Mincha/Ma’ariv
Shacharit 8:45 AM Havdalah 4:30 PM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 4:58 PM
Candle Lighting 3:57 PM 5:27 PM Candle Lighting 5:10 PM
Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 4:05 PM Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
SUNDAY – THURSDAY, JANUARY 17 - 21
PSaHrAasBhBaAtTV,aDyEeCchEiMBER 26 Mincha/Ma’ariv 4:40 PM SPaHrAasBhBaAtTT,’rFuEmBaRhUARY 13
Mincha/Ma’ariv Mincha/Ma’ariv
Havdalah 4:05 PM FRIDAY, JANUARY 22 4:28 PM Havdalah 5:10 PM
5:07 PM Candle Lighting 4:40 PM 6:04 PM
Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
SUNDAY – THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27 - 31 SUNDAY – THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14 - 18
Mincha/Ma’ariv 4:15 PM SPaHrAasBhBaAtTB,’JshAaNlaUcAhR, SYh2a3bbat Shirah Mincha/Ma’ariv 5:20 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv
FRIDAY, JANUARY 1 8:45 AM Havdalah 4:40 PM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19 5:08 PM
Shacharit 4:03 PM 5:36 PM Candle Lighting 5:20 PM
Candle Lighting 4:15 PM Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat SUNDAY, JANUARY 24
Mincha/Ma’ariv 4:45 PM SPaHrAasBhBaAtTT,eFtzEaBvReUhARY 20
SPaHrAasBhBaAtTS,hJ’AmNoUt ARY 2 Mincha/Ma’ariv
Mincha/Ma’ariv 4:15 PM TMUOBNISDHAVYA, TJANUARY 25 4:45 PM Havdalah 5:20 PM
Havdalah 5:12 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 6:13 PM

SUNDAY – THURSDAY, JANUARY 3 - 7 TUESDAY – THURSDAY, JANUARY 26 - 28 SUNDAY – THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21 - 25
Mincha/Ma’ariv 5:30 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 4:20 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 4:45 PM
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26
FRIDAY, JANUARY 8 4:10 PM FRIDAY, JANUARY 29 4:37 PM Candle Lighting 5:18 PM
Candle Lighting 4:20 PM Candle Lighting 4:45 PM Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 5:30 PM
Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
SPaHrAasBhBaAtTK,iFTEisBaRUARY 27
PSaHrAasBhBaAtTV,aJeArNa,USAhRabYb9at M’varchim 4:20 PM SPaHrAasBhBaAtTY,iJtrAoNUARY 30 4:45 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 5:30 PM
Rosh Chodesh Shevat: Monday, January 11 5:19 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 5:45 PM Havdalah 6:22 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv Havdalah
Havdalah
SUNDAY – THURSDAY,
SUNDAY, JANUARY 10 4:30 PM JANUARY 31 - FEBRUARY 4 5:00 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv Mincha/Ma’ariv

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REFLECTIONS Rabbi Adam Scheier

In the archives of Shaar Hashomayim, one Additionally, I extended invitations to the Ambassadors and Consuls
finds a unique letter of gratitude written General of Israel and Germany, as I thought it would be meaningful
in 1925 by Rabbi Julius Berger, residing for the congregation to consider the role that both of these modern
at 287 St. Joseph Boulevard. At the time, countries play in perpetuating the memory of the Holocaust.
Rabbi Berger was the rabbi of the New Adath
Jeshurun Synagogue on St. Urbain Street; The day after the concert, I was moved to received the following letter
he would later become the founding Rabbi from the German Consul General: “[I extend a] great thank you to
of Shaare Zion Synagogue. The letter was addressed to Leba (Mrs. you and your congregation for having invited my Ambassador and
M.N.) Fineberg, who was president of the Shaar’s Choral Society. The myself and our wives to this highly moving, interesting, and as far as
note reads: “Mrs. Berger and I wish to thank you heartily for your the quality of the sacred synagogue music was concerned, enjoyable
kind invitations to the performance of ‘The Gondeliers’ given by event at Congregation Shaar Hashomayim. My ambassador was as
the choral society of the Shaar Hashomayim last Saturday night. We moved and impressed as I myself.”
enjoyed it immensely. All the participants are worthy of the highest
commendation. The production once again proves the splendid When I read these words, I put myself in my grandparents’ shoes,
talent we have in our midst.” and I can imagine their amused disbelief. Who might imagine that,
one day, a representative of Germany would find inspiration in the
I was moved to discover this note. It speaks of bridges being built walls of a Canadian synagogue? We are blessed to be living in such
within our community, even at that concert 90 years ago. Shaar a time, and we are blessed to be part of a congregation that can
Hashomayim has always prided itself as a gathering place for the produce such moments.
larger community, and our major concerts and events are often the
occasion for such connections. One final comment on the recipient of Rabbi Berger’s 1925 note,
Mrs. Leba Fineberg: In Rabbi Shuchat’s book, “The Gate of Heaven,”
Our most recent concert is no exception. In November, Shaar there is a unique phrase attributed to Mrs. Fineberg. Observing many
Hashomayim presented a moving and inspiring multi-media concert of the successes of our congregation, she often spoke of the “Shaar
called “Sacred Echoes.” The concert combined stirring music (mostly Hashomayim Mazal.” This is a phrase worth contemplating, and
composed in pre-war Germany), digital reconstructions of majestic embracing!
German synagogues that were destroyed on Kristallnacht, and
narration that explored the history and lasting impact of the 19th Perhaps one continued aspect of our mazal is the ability to celebrate
and early-20th Century German Jewish community. moments, such as the recent concert, that transcend communal,
national, or religious divisions. What a blessing that our spiritual
As the congregation did in 1925, our 2015 congregation invited our home is a house of prayer that endeavors to be open, welcoming,
clergy colleagues to attend the concert. Many of them subsequently and inclusive – both to Shaar members and to the broader Jewish
wrote gracious and thoughtful notes, in the spirit of Rabbi Berger. and non-Jewish communities.

COMMUNITY SSHHIARBABHAT
CHANUKAH
CELEBRATION THE SABBATH OF SONG

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10 JANUARY 23 | SERVICES AT 8:45 AM
5:00 PM at Westmount City Hall Followed by a festive kiddush
SPECIAL MUSICAL SERVICE
Fifth night of Chanukah Led by CANTOR GIDEON ZELERMYER
Candle lighting and reception. and ROÏ AZOULAY, MUSIC DIRECTOR
Everyone. is welcome.

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE Michael Stern, CPA, CA

At the Annual General Meeting last year, I House Committee has identified a number of problems with our
identified the goals I set out as I began my infrastructure which require immediate intervention. Our first major
term as President. These were membership; project is the replacement of major HVAC components. The existing
repairs and improvements to our facilities; system has a lifespan of 30 years, but is currently in its 43rd year
enhanced programming; and raising the of operation. We intend to carry out a multi-phase plan to repair
funds necessary to support the related our 36 roofs, which are in varying stages of disrepair. And we must
initiatives. As I start my second year as your repair our interior Sanctuary walls which have been damaged by
President, I look back and see the progress we have made towards water infiltration. These are some of the important projects to renew,
achieving these goals. restore and enhance our facilities.

I can report that we have made significant progress in all areas. In terms of the fundraising, we started a FRD (Finance Resource
In the area of membership, we have an enhanced and dedicated Development) committee over 12 months ago, which became the
Membership Committee led by our co-chairs, Joseph Paperman and Shaar Family Campaign committee. The committee’s goal is to raise
Stephanie Raby-Naimer. Robyn Bennett, who joined the Shaar team $8.5 million of voluntary contributions. The dedicated committee’s
as Member Engagement and Program Manager, is deeply involved 12 members, led by Michael Cape, assisted by Marvin Corber, are
in all activities of this committee. Robyn and the committee plan approaching all members to ask them to contribute based on their
and implement creative new ways to engage existing members and ability. To date, we have raised over $3.5 million in pledges from a
reach out to new ones. Programs and events are planned carefully to small group of very generous members.
make sure they meet or exceed expectations. We carefully observe
results of all our events to learn how to make them even better in There continues to be a great “buzz” about the Shaar within our
the future. We started to have outreach programs to attract the membership, and within the community at large. We have heard so
attention of potential new members, such as Pop-up Rabbi, where many positive comments about our regular and recent High Holiday
Rabbi Scheier set up “shop” at local coffee shops on three occasions. services, and our many programs (e.g. Tuesday Night Learning and
I am pleased to report that due to our efforts, we see an increase in Sacred Echoes concert).
membership, which differs from the slow but steady decline we have
seen in the last 20 years. For the 12 months ended October 31, 2015, Our team, led by Rabbi Scheier and Penni Kolb, are motivated as
the Board has approved 65 new members in addition to 29 new a cohesive group to make our Shaar the best it can be, and I thank
event members. We continue our efforts so that we can continue to them.
have success.
As we approach Chanukah, when our candles must be in the window
With regard to the repairs to our facilities, we have an active to shine their light to the world, may our Shaar continue to light up
House Committee with members from related fields - architecture, the lives of our members.
engineering, construction and property management. The
Susan and I, our children Aaron and Sharon, David and Erin, and
Jessica, and our grandson Max, wish you a Happy Chanukah.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES INCOMING 5776-77 Dr. Charles Solomon Secretary: Samantha Mintz-Vineberg
Nahum Gelber, Q.C. Trustees:
Honorary Presidents: Ian R. Rudnikoff Michael Bergman
Michael Cape Co-President Sisterhood: Dr. Myriam Dahan
Honorary Vice-President: Dr. June Chaikelson President Men’s Association: Dr. Isabelle Danino
President: Dr. Mel Hershenfield Cemetery Committee: Raphael Kertesz
Vice-Presidents: Jonathan Schneiderman Honorary Council: Gordon Kugler
Alvin Fagen, CPA, CA Paul Levine, FCPA, FCA
Parnass: David J. Cape Joshua Ostrega
Treasurer: Joseph Paperman Avery Palevsky
Stephanie Raby-Naimer
J. Stephen Lipper Loren Shore
Bruce Vineberg
Michael Stern, CPA, CA Dan Wolfensohn

Claire Berger Fagen Marjorie Kirsch-Heft
Bruce Burnett
Mark Caplan Irwin Zelniker
Marian Levy
Barry Pascal Geoffrey Gelber

David Abrams Dr. Mel Hershenfield

Mark Bindman, CPA, CA

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MAHARAT MUSINGS Maharat Rachel Kohl Finegold, Director of Education and Spiritual Enrichment

My mother, a lifelong educator and school Even in the few months since the program began, I have been well
administrator, keeps a book on her shelf “fed” - nurtured and supported by colleagues as well as challenged
called, “If You Don’t Feed the Teachers, by new ideas. I feel lucky to be learning from the best in the field of
They’ll Eat the Students”. The book is about leadership and organizational change. As part of the program, I have
the importance of supporting teachers and been paired with a rabbinic mentor, as well as a small working group
giving them the help and resources that they within the cohort, where we bounce ideas off each other. Each rabbi
need. Of course, we don’t actually expect that has chosen a project, or an area in which to focus the results of our
a teacher will devour the students, but rather this is a reminder that learning. I will be focusing on furthering our engagement of young
when you nourish a leader, it is also her constituents who reap the professionals in their 20s and 30s.
benefits. “Feeding” the teacher will ultimately help the students. So what does this mean for the Shaar? It means that I will bring to us
It is in that spirit that I share with you a new and exciting adventure the most current ideas about how to keep synagogues relevant and
I’ve embarked on in recent months. I was accepted into a program attractive to the next generation of Jews. It means I will continue to
for early-career rabbis called CLI - the Clergy Leadership Incubator. engage our young professionals, to help them to build a synagogue
It is under the auspices of an organization called CLAL, as part of community of support and spirituality.It means that as we expand our
their Rabbis Without Borders effort, which provides enrichment and offerings for this demographic, we will be able to do so strategically,
professional development for rabbis. I am part of a cohort of twenty with an understanding of what our goals are and how to create a
rabbis (or, to be precise, nineteen rabbis and one Maharat!) who sustainable and engaging synagogue of the future.
are spending two years learning about how to develop our sense of I am pleased that our rabbi and board have agreed to join me on
vision and purpose in each of our respective rabbinic careers. The CLI this journey. My ultimate hope is that through my nourishment as a
program specifically focuses on how to bring innovation and positive teacher and spiritual leader, the community will greatly benefit.
change into synagogue communities.

RITUALLY SPEAKING Rabbi David Woolfson, Ritual Director

What is the miracle of Chanukah and what is ben Aminadav stuck his foot into the water. When the water reached
the message? his head, the sea split. He took the first step!

That the oil lasted eight days - is that the And so it is with Israel. In 1948, Israel became the State of Israel, a
miracle? Or is it that during the destruction nation with a land – known as the biblical Eretz Yisrael. The people
of the Temple, someone, with foresight, hid a of Israel have succeeded in all areas – be it agriculture, science,
vial of purified oil for the Temple - hidden just or medicine. Even with all the turmoil and all the problems, the
enough to be seen, but safe enough not to be destroyed? people endured and kept on taking the first step. We recognize that
Divine Providence kicks in after we make our move. What I cannot
Either could be the miracle. But wait, why did they take this vial of understand is that there are those of our people who will not take
oil, the quantity of which was only enough for one day, and light it. the first step as we have done and recognize Israel. They claim to be
There was certainly not enough oil to last for the time needed for waiting for the Messiah - but then, what is Divine Providence?
the rededication of the Temple. Still, they lit the eternal light and it
lasted. Miracles do happen today. We just have to recognize them. However,
instead of relying on miracles, we just have to take the first step.
So, the message is this. Take the first step and see what happens. If
you don't take the first step, then nothing will happen. Norma joins me in wishing you a Chag Urim Samei'ach.

Similarly, if you look back in biblical history at the story of the splitting
of the sea, you will notice that the sea did not split until Nachshon

TORAH STUDIES

MONDAY MORNING TORAH INSTITUTE

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Lunch included sponsored by Sisterhood

With guest teacher, RABBI AVI FINEGOLD THURSDAY JEWISH THOUGHT
Until December 7,2015
"A Survey of Bible Commentators" with MAHARAT RACHEL KOHL FINEGOLD
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM followed by lunch
With MAHARAT ABBY BROWN SCHEIER "Hassidism for the Non-Hassid"
Beginning January 11, 2016
"Moses: Lessons in Leadership"

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CANTOR'S CORNER Cantor Gideon Zelermyer

“If God gives you something you can For me (and for everyone else involved), November 1, 2015 was a
do, why in God’s name wouldn’t you do special moment in my career. On that night, as the “Sacred Echoes” of
it?” Stephen King poses this query in his the lost synagogues of Germany resounded again in our Sanctuary, I
memoir, On Writing. I asked myself the felt a clarity of purpose in my life’s work. Through the stunning virtual
same thing numerous times during the recreations of the majestic synagogues destroyed on Kristallnacht,
1997-1998 academic year.That was the year and the lush orchestrations of so many masterworks of Western
that I was enrolled in rabbinical school while European synagogue music, these lost congregations were brought
concurrently serving as the de facto cantor of my father’s synagogue to life again.
on the weekends. How could I stifle the voice (inner and outer) Together, Roï Azoulay, Rabbi Adam Scheier, Cantor Netanel Baram,
that was calling me to shift over to the other side of the bimah and the McGill Chamber Orchestra, the Akiva School Choir, the Music
become a cantor? Committee, the staff and stage crew and I gave all of ourselves to
Many of us refer back to those forks in our roads, wondering if we the task of honouring the legacy of these K’hilot K’doshot, these holy
chose the right path, looking for some kind of sign or affirmation communities.
that our decision was the right one. When Queen Esther fears for her And what sense of affirmation did you give to us? A packed Sanctuary;
life at the prospect of approaching the King unannounced in order rapt attention and focus and concentration; pin-drop silence as
to plead for the lives of the Jews of Shushan, Mordechai gives her we offered a memorial prayer and Kaddish; thunderous applause;
the ultimate pep talk saying “Who knows if it wasn’t for just such a numerous expressions of gratitude for an enriching and meaningful
moment that you became Queen?” Emboldened, Esther approaches event.
King Achashverosh with renewed purpose, an act that saves the You are why we do what we do. V’al kulam — for all these reasons, and
Jewish Community. And the rest, as they say, is history. many more, we thank you.

MUSICAL NOTE Roï Azoulay, Music Director

In my capacity as Music Director, I am Robert Shuster all have years of experience in many facets of choral
often asked about where we find our choir singing and are relatively recent members to the Shaar choir and add
members, and particularly, "Who are fine musicianship.
these guys?" The answer to the latter is as Part-time recruits, Micahel Rien and David Buzaglo, have recently
fascinating as the question. found their way back to the fold. Baritone Ronan MacParland is a
Let me introduce you to some of the choir professional soloist and chorister from Newfoundland, who was
members who have been here over 25 years. These members have a recently recruited by us.
special place in the history of the Shaar choir and are marked by their We have been fortunate to have Swiss-born exchange student
fierce pride and loyalty, not to mention talent. They include David Amichai Gutermann temporarily joining us at our services. He is a
Packer, Lorne Shapiro and Dr. Edward Aronson, a trio who could, and fine tenor and blends well as a chorister.
probably should, write a book about how the choir has developed I am also one of the more recent comers,but for those who don't know,
through the years. my role is not to sing. It is my job to judge the strengths and vocal/
We are lucky to have two excellent musicians, singers/songwriters musical character of this varied group, and combine them in the very
Jake Smith and Conor O’Neil, who are founding members of the best way I know how to produce a beautiful and unique experience
well-known Canadian group Lakes of Canada, and are well on their for the congregation at every single service and performance.
way to being stars on the Canadian popular music scene. You and I are fortunate to have such a group.
Assistant Music Director Ted Lazarus works as both a piano teacher, Jennifer, Odélia, Ava, and I wish you all a Happy Chanukah!
accompanist and conductor; Gabriel Frank, Victor Chisholm and

SAVE THE DATES

TUESDAY NIGHT LEARNING

SPRING 2016 SEMESTER
MARCH 15 - APRIL 19
7:30 and 8:30 PM lectures
Free admission

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YOUTH AND YOUNG FAMILIES BRINGING JUDAISM HOME

FOR PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN
Fill in your religious knowledge and gain some practical tips for
bringing Judaism to life in your home.
Meets twice a month on alternating Tuesdays and Wednesdays
at 9:15 AM IN THE BEIT MIDRASH.
For details and upcoming class dates,
contact Maharat Rachel at [email protected] 514.937.9474 ext. 174

SUPERBOWL 50 PARTY

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7
PRE -GAME - 5:30 PM / KICK -OFF - 6:30 PM
Watch the game in Hi-Def on the big screen!
Dinner, snacks, beverages, and lots more!
Adults $20 | 13 and under $10
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[email protected] 514.937.9474 ext.148

PRE-SCHOOL TU BISHVAT "EARTH" SHABBAT PARENT AND TOT

GRADES 1 - 6
FRIDAY NIGHT, JANUARY 22
5:30 PM
Family Kabbalat Shabbat service followed by Shabbat dinner
and "fruitful" discussions
Adults $18 | Children (4-13 years) $12
Children (3 & under) FREE
RSVP REQUIRED shaarhashomayim.org/EarthShabbatDinner2
[email protected] 514.937.9474 ext.134

GARDERIE FOUNDATION SCHOOL

PRE-KINDERGARTEN SPACES AVAILABLE 6 - 24 MONTHS
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM A stepping stone to our pre-school, with developmentally-appropriate
activities incorporating all 5 senses.
• Small class sizes with low student-to-teacher ratios
• Enriched French, English and Hebrew instruction • Gross motor practice and free play
• Community values • Art and crafts
• Weekly Shabbat celebration • Music with a specialist
• Extra-curricular activities and more • Weekly Shabbat celebration

CALL TO REGISTER for the 2015-16 school year ASK US ABOUT OUR WINTER CLASSES!

School, programs and registration: 514.937.9475 | [email protected]

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SHAAR BAR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS T.G.I.SHABBAT
MITZVAH
Connect with other young professionals in their 20s and 30s around the city on Shabbat
Brief and lively Kabbalat Shabbat service followed by dinner

CHANUKAH

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11 - 6:45 PM
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED by Wednesday, December 9
shaarhashomayim.org/tgishabbat-chanukah

WINTER

FRIDAY, JANUARY 29 - 6:45 PM
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED by Wednesday, January 27
shaarhashomayim.org/tgishabbat-winter

$25/PERSON
Enter at 120 Cote-St. Antoine, Westmount

MAXWELL HENRY MILLER, son of Lisa Singer and Farrel Miller, will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah on February
13, 2016, Parashat T'rumah. Sharing in this simcha are his siblings Sophie and Harry, grandparents Jessica
and William I. Miller, QC and Ann Singer, as well as his aunts, uncles, cousins, and close friends. Sadly missed
at this time is Maxwell’s grandfather, Irving Singer. Maxwell is a graduate of Solomon Schechter Academy
and is currently in grade 7 at Lower Canada College. Maxwell has a passion for hockey and plays with the
Lasalle Peewee Cobras, where he serves as Assistant Captain. Enjoying grade 7 to its fullest, Maxwell has
joined the debating team, Model UN, the soccer team, and the LCC Lions hockey team.

THE SHAAR MEMBERSHIP
COMMITTEE

The recently reactivated Shaar Membership Committee has been meeting
regularly since June. We are a dynamic group of volunteers, representative of the
various demographics of the Shaar population. Our mandate is to both enhance
the membership experience of current members, in addition to welcoming new
members into the Shaar family. Ultimately, we hope that this will lead to a rise in new
membership, as the community at large hears about what a fantastic experience it is
to be a Shaar member!
Various new initiatives have already been introduced to our newest members,
including personal phone calls by committee members, as well as meaningful welcome gifts hand delivered by several of our clergy just before
the High Holidays. We have also inaugurated a “Member2Member” buddy system, which connects new members with existing Shaar members.
Together with my co-chair, Joseph Paperman, and the Membership Committee, we are now looking at ways to engage more Shaar members in
synagogue life, and to strengthen the connections within our Shaar family.
If you would like to join our committee, or would like to be a buddy, please contact me or Robyn Bennett 514.937.9474 ext. 146
[email protected].

Stephanie Raby-Naimer, Co-chair,Membership Committee

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SISTERHOOD Sheryl Shuchat and Marjorie Kirsch-Heft, Sisterhood Co-Presidents

There is no better way to connect with great women of every generation, than by joining the Sisterhood. This
is an opportunity for camaraderie, spiritual growth and compassionate service to the Shaar family and the
community.
Our sincere appreciation is extended to everyone who attended and helped organize the delightful Sukkot
luncheon.
Kol hakavod to Alice Solomon for receiving The Mildred B. Lande Award for Volunteerism, Rona Rochwerg for
The Sylvia Schneiderman Volunteer Award for Meals on Wheels, and Judy Calpan and Laura Roditi for The
Lynn Eltes Volunteer Award for Dedication to Mishloach Manot.

Sheryl and Marjorie

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KITCHEN ADDICTION: GIRLS NIGHT OUT:
THE ART OF COOKING CORKS N' CANVAS

Our cooking series welcomes guest chef, EXPRESS YOUR INNER ARTISTE AS WE RELAX
our own VIVA RODITI of Ristorante Bello. AND HAVE FUN!
Learn to cook a delicious and easy meal to impress your whole family. A Come and create your very own masterpiece, under the guidance of
sumptuous dinner will be served. a professional art teacher.
Theme: "Harvest Cookery" Perfect for all ages and skill levels.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30 MONDAY, DECEMBER 7
7:00 PM 7:30 – 9:30 PM

$50.00 per person | Students (18-25): $35.00 $35.00 includes all supplies and drinks
Limited spaces available. 514-937-9474 ext 139
shaarhashomayim.org/harvestcookery 514-937-9474 ext 139 shaarhashomayim.org/corksncanvas
SAVE THE DATES FOR OUR NEXT CLASSES:
JANUARY 11 and FEBRUARY 1

MONTREAL WOMEN'S SISTERHOOD GIFT SHOP
TEFILAH ROSH CHODESH GROUP
CHANUKAH GIFT IDEAS
Women of all ages are welcome to attend Judaica, jewellery, picture frames,
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2015 — 9:30 AM @ the Shaar serving platters and more!
MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2016 — 8:30 AM @ the Shaar Kosher chocolates available.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2016 – 8:30 AM @ S & P WINTER HOURS
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

MISHLOACH MANOT PURIM PROJECT

PURIM IS MARCH 24, 2016
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~ Packers and drivers are needed
~ Alternate arrangements can be made if you will be out of town on

Purim and unable to receive your package
Call the Sisterhood office, 514.937.9474 ext. 145.

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TODAH RABAH We gratefully acknowledge the following contributions

ENDOWMENT AND MEMORIAL FUNDS In appreciation of Elaine Dubrovsky, from RUTH AND MOSES O. KIRSCH FUND FOR YOUTH
Julie Morneau. AND ADULT EDUCATION
MYRNA AND STANLEY ABBEY EVELYN SHRIER In observance of the yahrzeit for her father Alan V.
In honour of Tina and Philip Abbey on the New In honour of Henry Geniele for receiving an Aliyah Kirsch, from Marjorie Kirsch and Andrew Heft.
Year, from Ghislaine and Irwin Brownstein. on Yom Kippur, from Evelyn Shrier. GENERAL FUNDS
Donation from Tina and Philip Abbey. In memory of Nettie Gottfried, from Evelyn Shrier
HELEN AND PERCY CAPLAN and Henry Geniele. ADULT EDUCATION
In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother Helen RABBI DR. AND MRS. WILFRED SHUCHAT In honour of Mark Caplan, from Robin Mader.
Caplan, from Deenalil Caplan and Family. In appreciation of Rabbi Wilfred Shuchat, from the In honour of David Schulman on his special
MILDRED AND JULIUS CAPPELL family of the late Dr. Arthur N. Freedman; Julie birthday, from Bluma and Mark Rosenstein.
Donation from Mildred Cappell. Lahey and P.J. Rothman. In honour of Judy Caplan for receiving the Lynn
HARRIET AND MARVIN CORBER FUND POLA AND EDWARD SPIEGEL Eltes Volunteer Award for dedication to Mishloach
FOR MUSIC In honour of Pola Spiegel on her special birthday, Manot, from Susan Wolfe and Michael Signer.
In honour of Norma Gilmour on her special from Marlene Bourke. Donations from K. David Brody; Anna Brojde;
birthday, from Harriet and Marvin Corber, C.M., TANIA AND ABRASHA STILMAN SCHOLARSHIP Judy and Mark Caplan; Pearl and Michael Caplan;
LL.D., FCPA. In observance of the yahrzeit for Kenneth Colson, Elaine and Richard Dubrovsky; the Gewurz Family
DR. ARTHUR N. AND JACQUELINE FREEDMAN from Merav and Michael Colson. Foundation; Helsam Foundation; Marlene and
In memory of Dr. Arthur N. Freedman, from Dr. BARBARA AND EDWARD VICTOR Joel King; Saryl and Stephen Gross; Irene and J.
Sheila and Nahum Gelber, Q.C.; Carole-Ann and In memory of her father John H. Rubin, from Stephen Lipper; Heather and Joseph Paperman;
Brahm Levine. Barbara and Edward Victor, FCPA, FCA. Alice and Joel Raby; Lois and Dr. Bernard Shapiro,
DR. SHEILA AND NAHUM GELBER, Q.C. EVA FRIEDMAN VINEBERG O.C., G.O.Q.; Doctors Maxine and Harvey Sigman;
In memory of Dr. Norman Halpern, from Dr. Sheila In observance of the yahrzeit for her great uncle Leesa Steinberg; Shelley and George Stern; Terry
and Nahum Gelber, Q.C. Hessie Friedman, from Trina Vineberg Berenson. and Julius Suss; Sylvia and Louis Vogel.
DR. SIMON AND LILLIAN GOLD In observance of the yahrzeit for her husband
In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother Fanny Morris Berenson, from Trina Vineberg Berenson. CANTOR'S FUND
Segal Rosenzweig, from Lillian Gold. In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother Eva In honour of Lois and Dr. Bernard Shapiro, O.C.,
PEGGY AND MELVIN GREENBERG Friedman Vineberg, from Trina Vineberg Berenson. G.O.Q. and Family on the New Year, from Marilyn
In honour of Peggy and Melvin Greenberg on the In observance of the yahrzeit for her father Herbert Avrith.
New Year, from Kathy Silverstein. A. Vineberg, from Trina Vineberg Berenson. In honour of Susan Palevsky and Family on the
CECILE AND MICHAEL GREENBERG FAMILY In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother New Year, from Marilyn Avrith.
Donation from Judi and Brian Scherzer on the Eva Vineberg, from Augusta (Dusty) Vineberg In honour of Gordon Lax on the New Year, from
birth of their granddaughter Ivy Leora Dashevsky. Solomon. Marilyn Avrith.
HENRIETTA AND HARRY KOSTMAN In observance of the yahrzeit for her father Herbert In honour of Linda and Barry Samburg on the New
In observance of the yahrzeit for her father Hyman A. Vineberg, from Augusta (Dusty) Vineberg Year, from Marilyn Avrith.
Ein, from Henrietta Kostman. Solomon. In honour of Michelle and Cantor Gideon
In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother Ethel RUTH AND MORTIMER VINEBERG Zelermyer and Family on the New Year, from Sara
Epstein Ein, from Henrietta Kostman. In memory of Dina Lieberman, from Carla and Landau and Timothy Dunn; Sheila Kussner, O.C.,
ESTHER AND ANDRE LANDSMAN Ron Vineberg. O.Q.; Rhoda and Robert Vineberg.
In honour of Esther and Andre Landsman on the RHODA AND ROBERT VINEBERG In honour of Michelle and Cantor Gideon
New Year, from Ghislaine and Irwin Brownstein. In memory of their parents Pauline and Joseph Zelermyer on their recent ten year wedding
JOAN AND JACK LUPOVICH Rosenoff and Miriam and Philip Vineberg, from anniversary, from Eunice Palayew.
In honour of Joan Lupovich on her special Rhoda and Robert Vineberg. In appreciation of Cantor Gideon Zelermyer, from
birthday, from Shayla and Maurice Wechsler. ZELDA AND HARRIS LYON ABER AND ANNE the family of the late Dr. Arthur N. Freedman.
SANDRA ABER FUND FOR MEALS ON WHEELS In memory of Claire Fern, from Irene and J.
HEATHER AND JOSEPH PAPERMAN In memory of her mother Zelda Aber, from Doris Stephen Lipper.
In honour of Joseph Paperman for being chosen Evin.
Chatan Torah 5776, from Sheila Kussner, O.C., MORRIS ABER FAMILY CEREMONIAL AND RELIGIOUS ARTICLES
O.Q.; Anita Maislin; Madeleine Ritz; Rhoda and In observance of the yahrzeits for Dr. Samuel Aber, In honour of Rabbi David Woolfson, from Barbara
Robert Vineberg. William Harry Aber, David P. Aber and Etta Aber Bronstein.
ELIZABETH SHUCHAT SCHWARTZ MEMORIAL Schleifer, from Estate Joseph Aber. In appreciation of Bimah honours, from Stephanie,
LECTURESHIP SOPHIE AND JACK L. GOLDEN Ron and Gabrielle Oboler.
In appreciation of Rabbi Wilfred Shuchat, from the In honour of Sheila Kussner O.C., O.Q. on the New In observance of the yahrzeit for her parents Viola
family of the late Dr. Norman Halpern. Year, from Ruth Cohen. Zipporah and Joseph Steinhause, from Anne
In memory of Lorna Scherzer, from Clare Karr- In honour of Sheila Kussner, O.C., O.Q. on her Nathanson.
Ozier; Suzanne and Stephen Karr. birthday, from Ursula Finkelstein. In observance of the yahrzeit for her husband
SHAAR HASHOMAYIM SISTERHOOD Robert Nathanson, from Anne Nathanson.
In appreciation of the Sisterhood Sukkot Donation from Roni and the Honourable E. Leo
Luncheon, from Rhonda and Bernard Herman. Kolber, O.C.

MEALS ON WHEELS
In honour of Roslyn Wolfe on her special birthday,
from Fran and Reuben Croll.

To make a donation please call 514.937.9474 ext. 165 DONATIONS MUST BE MADE PRIOR TO
or online at shaarhashomayim.org/donate
FRIDAY, JANUARY 22 TO BE IN THE NEXT BULLETIN

Bulletin publication: min. $25 | Endowment Funds: min. $50 | Prayer book and bookplate inscription: min. $100
Donations of any amount over $18 will be acknowledged with a tribute card.

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TODAH RABAH In honour of Melanie Kaufman on her special In observance of the yahrzeit for her parents In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother Nelly
birthday, from Judy and Les Erdle, Estelle and Fanny and Elliott Goldwater, from Rona Rochwerg. Schwarz, from Suzie and Henry Rosenhek.
Sheldon Wald. In observance of the yahrzeit for her husband In observance of the yahrzeit for his mother Lilyan
In honour of Roz and Norman Issley on the David Tencer, from Glenys Tencer. Rosenhek, from Suzie and Henry Rosenhek.
marriage of their daughter Jennifer to Chris, from
Vicki and Michael Feil. In observance of the yahrzeit for his father OPEN GATE
In honour of Lynn Perlman on the birth of a great- Reverend Maurice Brody, from K. David Brody. In honour of Carol and Martin Goldenberg and
grandson, from Peggy and Melvin Greenberg. Donations from Rebecca Bekhor; Errol Pereira; Family on the New Year, from Harriet and
In honour of Zavie Sokoloff for repeating his Bar Jane and Herschel Segal. Stephen Segal.
Mitzvah Haftarah on his special birthday, from In honour of Michele and Dr. Lawrence Knight on
Michael Grossman. MUSIC FUND the New Year, from Ilsa and Dr. Chaim Shustik.
In honour of Sandra and Zave Climan, from In honour of Ruth Cohen and Family on the New In honour of Randa and Dr. Marvin Wexler on the
Professors Ellen and Peter Jacobs. Year, from Marilyn Avrith. New Year, from Ilsa and Dr. Chaim Shustik.
In honour of Esther and Sydney Marovitch and In honour of Lona and Joe Lapin on the New Year, In honour of Norma Gilmour on her special
Family on the New Year, from Frayda and from Marlene Brownstein and Victor Eichenwald birthday, from Shayla and Maurice Wechsler.
Leonard Katz. and Family; Carol Miller and Murray Cuttler; In honour of Lynn Perlman on her special
In honour of Jonathan Goodman for being chosen Carole Rocklin and Robert Koffend. birthday, from Shayla and Maurice Wechsler.
Chatan B'reishit 5776, from Janis Levine and Joe In honour of Victor Eichenwald on his birthday, In appreciation of Elaine Mintz, from
Brier and Family. from Lona and Joe Lapin. Evelyn Shrier.
In honour of Alice Raby for being chosen Eishet In memory of Dr. Arthur N. Freedman, from
In honour of Judy Caplan on her birthday, from Chayil 5776, from Harriet and Dr. Fred Muroff; Barbara Bronstein; Betty and Mel Simak; Shayla
Betty Scott; Robin Mader; Susan Scott; Carole Rocklin. and Maurice Wechsler.
Barbra Scott. In honour of Jonathan Goodman for being chosen In memory of Dr. Norman Halpern, from Lona
In honour of Carol Koffler and Family on the Chatan B'reishit 5776, from Carole Rocklin. and Joe Lapin; Arlene and Jack R. Lazare; Dianne
New Year, from Monna and Abby Malkinson and In honour of Joseph Paperman for being chosen Richler; Suzie and Henry Rosenhek; Sheryl and
Family; Bluma and Mark Rosenstein and Family. Chatan Torah 5776, from Carole Rocklin. Elliott Shuchat; Sherril Siminovitch; Shelley
In honour of Carole Rocklin and Family on the In honour of Alice Solomon for receiving the Solomon; Nancy Pedvis-Strohl and Dr. Anita
New Year, from Esther and Sydney Marovitch. Mildred B. Lande Award for Volunteerism, from Pedvis-Leftick.
In honour of Peggy and Melvin Greenberg on the Susan Wolfe and Michael Signer. In memory of Barry Harris, from Shayla and
New Year, from Lynn Perlman. In honour of the Vininsky family on the New Year, Maurice Wechsler.
In honour of Rhonda Herman and Carole Rocklin, from Carole Rocklin. In observance of the yahrzeit for her husband
from Ilsabey Siemens. In honour of Barry Vininsky on his special Arthur Victor, from Graida Victor.
In appreciation of Judy Caplan and the Meals on birthday, from Carole Rocklin.
Wheels staff, from Rhonda and Bernard Herman. In honour of Esther and Sydney Marovitch on the RABBI'S DISCRETIONARY FUND
In appreciation of Maharat Rachel Finegold, from New Year, from Carole Rocklin and Robert Koffend. In honour of Gale Avrith and Family on the New
Dr. Ruth Horn. In honour of Rabbi Gerald Zelermyer on his Year, from Marilyn Avrith.
In memory of Louis M. Bloomfield, from birthday, from Suzie and Henry Rosenhek. In honour of Pilar and Douglas Avrith and Family
Justine Cartier. In honour of Jennifer Bardin and Roi Azoulay on on the New Year, from Marilyn Avrith.
In memory of Irene Lande, from Carole and their recent marriage, from Eunice Palayew. In honour of Sylvia Cleman and Family on the
Burt Gilman. In honour of Terry Kaspi and Moshe Reiss on their New Year, from Marilyn Avrith.
In memory of Annabel Cass, Rabbi Samuel Cass recent marriage, from Wendy and Gary Wechsler. In honour of Heather and William B. Rosenberg
and Ely Cass, from Hadassa Gottheil. In honour of Shirley Goldfarb on the Bar Mitzvah and Family on the New Year, from Marilyn Avrith.
In memory of her husband Jack Gottheil, from of her grandson Lucas Nathaniel, from Ruth In honour of Rabbi Wilfred Shuchat, from
Hadassa Gottheil. Cohen. Maureen and Michael Cape.
In memory of Faith Stein, from Professors Ellen In appreciation of honours received on the High In honour of Maharat Abby Brown Scheier and
and Peter Jacobs. Holidays, from K. David Brody. Rabbi Adam Scheier and Family on the New Year,
In memory of her mother Nettye Greenberg, from In appreciation of a Bimah honour on Rosh from Sylvia Cleman; Sheila Kussner, O.C., O.Q.;
Dorothy Lackstone. Hashanah, from Steven Katkin. Rhoda and Robert Vineberg.
In memory of her parents Sarah L. Miller and In honour of Lynn and Dr. Gerald Batist on the
Hyman B. Miller, from Anabel M. Louis. In appreciation of an Aliyah on the High Holidays, marriage of their daughter Kira to Andrew Wigod,
In memory of his father Salomon Mezrahi, from from Susan Wolfe. from Debra and Ron Mayers.
Odile and Dr. Michel Mezrahi. In appreciation of their son Kenny Stein for In honour of David Abrams, from Judi and
In memory of Barry Harris, from Gabrielle Oboler participating in the Shaar Hashomayim Choir Brian Scherzer.
and Family. during the High Holidays, from Marcy and Sam In appreciation of Torah honours on the High
In observance of the yahrzeit for Mozelle Bekhor, Stein. Holidays, from Robert Cracower; Eden and David
from Rebecca Bekhor. In memory of Nettie Gottfried and Hyman Flomen; Michael Signer; Dr. Calvin Kalman; Avery
In observance of the yahrzeit for his father Geniele, from Norma Gelfand. Palevsky; Samantha and Justin Vineberg;
Bernard Besner, from Robert Besner. Marc Weinstein.
In observance of the yahrzeit for his father Max In memory of Lucy Morris, from Carole Rocklin; In appreciation of Rabbi Adam Scheier, from Feige
Bordensky, from Faigie and Harold Borden. Barbara and Irving Shapiro. and Sydney Gasco; Dr. Connie Isenberg; Monna
In observance of the yahrzeit for her father Moses In memory of Jean Epstein Weiser, from and Abby Malkinson and Family; S. Lyon Sachs.
Louis Rosenstein, from Eleanore Rosenstein. Gerald Weiser. In appreciation of Maharat Abby Brown Scheier
In observance of the yahrzeit for Anne Markus, In memory of Dr. Norman Halpern, from and Rabbi Adam Scheier, from Sandra and
from Edith Glickman Lifshitz. Rochelle Zabitsky. Steven Mintz.
In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother Vita In memory of Dr. Arthur N. Freedman, from In appreciation of Dr. Gordon Crelinsten, from
Weintraub, from Sonia and David Oberman. Rochelle Zabitsky. Dr. Lawrence Knight.
In memory of her father Benno M. Levisson, from In memory of Evelyn Krane, from Malvina and
12 | www.shaarhashomayim.org Heske and Rabbi Gerald Zelermyer. Andrew Adessky and Family.

TODAH RABAH In memory of Rica-Judith Kalman, from In appreciation of Dr. Adrian Langleben, from YOUTH AND EDUCATION
Dr. Calvin Kalman. Susie and Monroe Charlap. In honour of Renee and Jonathan Carr on the
In memory of his brother Max Kaminsky, from Donation from Rachel and Igal Wizman on their recent marriage of their daughter Alli, from
Mildred and Ben Kaminsky. recent marriage. Lenore and Paul Harris.
In memory of Barry Harris, from Cynthia and Donation from Mayer Kleinplatz. In honour of Jonathan Goodman for being chosen
Michael Besner. Chatan B'reishit 5776, from Sheila Kussner, O.C.,
In observance of the yahrzeit for Fred Cleman, TZEDAKAH O.Q.; Eunice Palayew and Family; Susan and
from Sylvia Cleman; Nancy Cleman; In honour of Miriam Roland on her special Michael Signer.
Linda Cleman. birthday, from Judy and Mark Caplan. In honour of Alice Raby for being chosen Eishet
In honour of Rabbi Wilfred Shuchat, from Chayil 5776, from Sheila Kussner, O.C., O.Q.;
SYNAGOGUE FUND Beverley and Elie Hamburg. Rhoda and Robert Vineberg.
In honour of Alice Raby for being chosen Eishet In honour of Harriet and Dr. Fred Muroff and In honour of Norma Gilmour on her special
Chayil 5776, from Beverlee Ashmele; Marlene Family on the New Year, from Monna and Abby birthday, from Eunice Palayew.
and Joel King; Susan and Michael Signer; Joyce Malkinson and Family. In honour of Dorothy Bloch on her birthday, from
and Marvin Tanner. In honour of Johanne and Norman Sternthal on Esther and Sydney Marovitch.
In honour of Joseph Paperman for being chosen the New Year, from Bluma and Mark Rosenstein In honour of Irene and Stephen Lipper on the
Chatan Torah 5776, from Monna and Abby and Family. New Year, from Bluma and Mark Rosenstein.
Malkinson and Family; Susan and Michael In appreciation of Rabbi David Woolfson, from In honour of Shirley Goldfarb on the Bar Mitzvah
Signer; Joyce and Marvin Tanner. Judy and Mark Caplan; the family of the late Dr. of her grandson Lucas Nathaniel, from Evelyn
In honour of Jonathan Goodman for being Arthur N. Freedman; Betty and Mel Simak. Shrier and Henry Geniele.
chosen Chatan B'reishit 5776, from Joyce and In memory of Dr. Arthur N. Freedman, from In honour of Laura Roditi for receiving the Lynn
Marvin Tanner. Merle Stern. Eltes Volunteer Award for dedication to Mishloach
In honour of Maharat Abby Brown Scheier and In memory of Irene Lande, from Dale and Nathan Manot, from Susan Wolfe and Michael Signer.
Rabbi Adam Scheier on the New Year, from Natalie Boidman; Deenalil Caplan; Judy and Mark In honour of Elaine and Richard Dubrovsky on the
and Harold Brownstein. Caplan; Sylvia, Nancy and Linda Cleman; Mia and New Year, from Susan and Michael Signer.
In honour of Maharat Rachel and Rabbi Avi David Goodman and Family; Doctors Maydee In honour of Mattie Cukier Guttman on her recent
Finegold on the New Year, from Natalie and and Nelson Lande; Lisa and David Sakhai; Shaar Bat Mitzvah, from Kathy Silverstein.
Harold Brownstein. Hashomayim Sisterhood; Merle Stern. In honour of Dr. Adrian Langleben on the birth of
In honour of Michelle and Cantor Gideon In observance of the yahrzeit for her husband his granddaughter Hazel Lucy, from Linda Strohl.
Zelermyer on the New Year, from Natalie and Marvin Gameroff, from Pearl Gameroff.
Harold Brownstein. In observance of the yahrzeit for his sister Wendy In honour of Maharat Rachel and Rabbi Avi
In honour of Norma and Rabbi David Woolfson Katkin, from Nancy and Steven Katkin. Finegold and Family on the New Year, from Rhoda
on the New Year, from Natalie and Harold In observance of the yahrzeit for their mother Ann and Robert Vineberg.
Brownstein. Simak Shaffer, from Frima, Blossom, Beverly and In appreciation of Torah honours, from Esther and
In appreciation of an Aliyah on the High Holidays, Jose Shaffer and Family. Sydney Marovitch.
from Barry Cohen; Senator E. Leo Kolber, O.C. In appreciation of Congregation Shaar
In appreciation of the Montreal Jewish YAHRZEIT FUND Hashomayim, from David Aberbach.
community and a Shaar Hashomayim tour, Donations from Sandra and Lester Adilman; In memory of Nancy Segal, from Sharon and Paul
from Fred Crandall. Diane Altman; Doris Brott; Maureen and Michael Levine and Family.
In appreciation of Congregation Shaar Cape; Michael Chernick; Eleanore Finkelstein; In memory of her husband Benjamin L. Louis,
Hashomayim on the New Year, from Judi Gelber; Beverley Hamburg; Suzanne and from Anabel M. Louis.
Henry Geniele. Leo Klag; Roslyn Klein; Eleanor Roth Latsky; Ann In memory of Dr. Norman Halpern, from Sharon
In appreciation of Rabbi Wilfred Shuchat on Sacoransky Leibovitch; Susan Levitt; Steven D. Zabitsky Goldberg.
Sukkot, from Betty and Melvin Simak. Levy; Beatrice C. Mayer; Joseph Mendel; Elaine Donation from Jon Breslaw.
In memory of Irene Lande, from Milan Jirava; and Barry Mintz; Judie Ostroff Goldstein; Eunice
Deborah and Alonzo Neese. Palayew; Renee and Ben Pekeles; Caroline and
In memory of Ellen Kimmel, from Marion Phillips. Myer Rabinovitch; Shirley Robins; Michael
In memory of his parents Ruth and Harry Rudberg; Pauline and Jeffrey Segel; Lois and Dr.
Ravinsky, from Judy and Carl Ravinsky. Bernard Shapiro, O.C., G.O.Q.; Evelyn Shrier; Betty
and Melvin Simak; Louis Steinberg; Hilda Teroux;
Roslyn and Harvey Wolfe.

NEW MEMBERS We warmly welcome you to our Congregation.

Amanda Harari and Joseph Abdulezer Sylvie Bismuth and David Kaminsky Bram Paperman
Dr. Karen Buzaglo and Alexandre Abecassis Dr. Gracia Mimran and Ari Kugler Evan Paperman
Freda and Robert Applebaum Adam Lackman Jarred Paperman
Dr. Alexandra Rubin and Matthew Baer Barnett Laxer Jason Paperman
Rita Cohen and Chaim Scali Cohen Nicole Hughes and Victor Levy Linda Rosenbloom
Gail and Howard Cohen Jeffrey Liebman Daniella Schwartz
Esther and Dr. Morris Feinberg Samara Hutkins and Marvin Liebman Jessica Seidman and Loren Shore
Jeffrey Finkelstein Feige and Seymour Luterman Marissa Shear and Mark Singer
Robin and Neil Gelber Lee P. Miller Fraser Swidler
Steven Issley Aurelie Knafo and Moïse (Jonathan) Ohana Aura Tietolman
Sabine Jakubovic Anne Ortenberg

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SPONSORSHIPS Breakfast on July 24 sponsored by the Freedman Family in memory of Dr. Breaking of the fast on September 23 sponsored by Michael Bergman in
Arthur Freedman. observance of the yahrzeit for his mother Jessie Bergman.
Congregational Kiddush on July 25 sponsored by Geraldine and Steven Breakfast on September 22 sponsored by Howard Liebman in observance of
Korda in observance of the yahrzeit for his father Ben Korda. the yahrzeit for his mother Ita Liebman.
Breakfast on July 30 sponsored by Naomi and Azzour Mouadeb on the Breakfast on September 25 sponsored by Rita Finestone in memory of her son
occasion of the baby naming of their granddaughter Samantha Moudeb. Brian Abbie Finestone, her mother Beatrice Shuchat, and her brother Seymour
Breakfast on July 31 sponsored by the Goodman Family in observance of the Shuchat.
first yahrzeit of Rosalind Goodman. Breakfast on October 1 sponsored by Harold Brownstein in observance of the
Breakfast on August 6 sponsored by Peggy Fleming in observance of the yahrzeit for his father Benjamin Brownstein.
yahrzeit for her husband Stephen Fleming. Breakfast on October 2 sponsored by Gloria and Kenneth Davis in observance
Breakfast on August 10 sponsored by the Chomski Family in honour of of the yahrzeit for her father Ben Schaffer.
Claude's birthday. Breakfast on October 8 sponsored by Gibby Rosenberg and Brahm Faber in
Breakfast on August 11 sponsored by Gloria Halpern marking the sheloshim observance of the yahrzeit for George Klein.
for her husband Norman Halpern. Congregational Kiddush on October 10 sponsored by Joyce and Myer
Breakfast on August 13 sponsored by Bruce Burnett in celebration of his Deitcher in honour of his birthday.
birthday. Breakfast on October 14 sponsored by Dahlia Tietolman and Elie Ingber in
Breakfast on August 14 sponsored by Terry and Julius Suss in observance of honour of the baby naming of their daughter Olivia Rae Ingber.
the yahrzeit for her father Harvey Lewis. Breakfast on October 15 sponsored by Janice Perlman and Peter Cohen in
Congregational Kiddush on August 15 sponsored by Joyce and Myer Deitcher honour of the Bar Mitzvah call-up of their son Joshua Cohen.
in celebration of the visit of members of their family from Israel. Congregational Kiddush on October 17 sponsored by Janice Perlman and
Breakfast on August 17 sponsored by the Sweibel Family in memory of Peter Cohen in honour of the Bar Mitzvah of their son Joshua Cohen.
Morry Marcovitch and in celebration of the forthcoming marriage of their Breakfast on October 19 sponsored by Gail and David Auerbach in honour of
daughter Carina Goldie Sweibel to Roderick Leider. the baby naming of their granddaughter Mia Rena Auerbach.
Breakfast on August 20 sponsored by Sharron Feifer in honour of the aufruf of Breakfast on October 23 sponsored by Gail and David Auerbach in observance
John Feifer and his upcoming marriage to Sabah Badaoui. of the yahrzeit for his father Abe Auerbach.
Congregational Kiddush on August 22 sponsored by Terry Kaspi and Moshe Congregational Kiddush on October 24 sponsored by Nicole Pragai and
Reiss in celebration of their upcoming marriage. Daniel Robinson in honour of the Bar Mitzvah of their son Adam Jacob
Breakfast on August 27 sponsored by Lisa Kasner and Jonathan Schacter in Edmund Robinson.
honour of the Bar Mitzvah call-up of their son Joshua Schacter. Breakfast on October 27 sponsored by Irma Brodkin and Family in observance
Breakfast on August 31 sponsored by Harriet and Marty Kimmel in honour of of the yahrzeit for her husband Bernie Brodkin and by Carole Teitelbaum and
the Bar Mitzvah call-up of their grandson Jake Kimmel. Family in observance of the yahrzeit for her husband Laurence Lewin.
Breakfast on September 1 sponsored by Lisa Steinberg in observance of the Breakfast on October 29 sponsored by Jeremy Reitman, Stephen Reitman
yahrzeit for her father Charles Steinberg. and Sarah Rubin in observance of the yahrzeit for their father Jack Reitman.
Breakfast on September 3 sponsored by Ellen Joy and Raphael Fleming in Congregational Kiddush on October 31 sponsored by Michael Bergman in
observance of the yahrzeit for his mother Freda Fleming. observance of the yahrzeit for his father Irving Israel Bergman.
Breakfast on September 18 sponsored by Sybil Fleming in observance of the
yahrzeit for her husband David Fleming. Breakfast on November 3 sponsored by Esther and Sydney Marovitch and
Frayda and Lenny Katz in observance of the yahrzeits of Jeannette Steinberg
Katz, William Max Katz and Robert Glazer.

HONOUR YOUR LOVED ONES BY SPONSORING A BREAKFAST OR KIDDUSH. CONTACT STEPHANIE NAGUS 514.937.9474 EXT.169 | [email protected]

OUR SHAAR FAMILY Send your announcements to [email protected]

B'NEI MITZVAH - MAZAL TOV TO: Rita and Charles Bronfman on the birth of their grandson Benjamin Eric
Lee and Michael White on the Bat Mitzvah of their granddaughter Rylie Kirsch, son of Andrea and Andrew Kirsch, on October 6, 2015, in Toronto.
White, daughter of Corrie and Mitchell White, and granddaughter of Sandy Dr. Adrian Langleben on the birth of his granddaughter Hazel Lucy
and Charles Silverman. Langleben, daughter of Ashley and Sam Langleben and granddaughter of Dr.
Dorothy Lackstone on the Bar Mitzvah of her grandson Andrew Baron, son of Ruth Horn, on October 11, 2015.
Jenny Lackstone and Adam Baron, and grandson of the late Fred Lackstone. Janis Levine and Dr. Robert M. Levine on the birth of their granddaughter
and great-granddaughter Danielle Sviry, daughter of Tali Brier Sviry and Asaf
BIRTHS – MAZAL TOV TO: Sviry, on October 24, 2015, in Herzliya, Israel.
Judi Milstein and Brian Scherzer on the birth of their granddaughter Ivy Avigyle and Seth Abbey, Tina and Philip Abbey, Esther and Andre
Leora Dashevsky, daughter of Carrie Beth Scherzer and Stanley Dashevsky, Landsman and Myrna Abbey on the birth of their daughter, granddaughter
and granddaughter of Risa Libman Scherzer, Eleanor Dashevsky and the late and great-granddaughter Anaelle Bracha Abbey, on October 28, 2015.
Maurice Dashevsky, on August 15, 2015, in Calgary.
Dianne and Jonathan Deitcher and Phyllis Deitcher on the birth of their ENGAGEMENTS - MAZAL TOV TO:
grandson and great-grandson Brady William Aulls, son of Caroline Deitcher Kathy Myron and Jonathan Sigler on the engagement of their son Max to
and Marcel Aulls, brother of Ryder, on September 1, 2015. Jamie Tajfel, daughter of Ricky and Irving Tajfel.
Carla Korzinstone and Robert Vineberg and Reisa and Bruce Vineberg on Ilona and Murray Pinsky on the engagement of their son Daniel Evan Pinsky
the birth of their son and grandson, Cole Simon Vineberg, grandson of Heidi to Tamara Kuczer, daughter of Shari and the late Peter Kuczer.
and Dr. Ron Korzinstone, on September 29, 2015. Barbara Maldoff on the engagement of her daughter Jacqueline Hopmeyer,
Carol and Elliot Lifson and Fay and Joe Schaffer on the birth of their daughter of the late Harry Hopmeyer and granddaughter of Betty Maldoff, to
granddaughter and great-granddaughter Lennon Rae Lifson, daughter of Matthew Goldsmith, son of Debbie and Fred Goldsmith.
Laura and Steven Lifson, on October 5, 2015. Yael and Cantor Sid Dworkin on the engagement of their son Levi Dworkin
to Rachelle Kuperstok, daughter of Orly and Nathan Kuperstok.

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MARRIAGES – MAZAL TOV TO: Carol and David Eiley, Rosalind and Gordon Elkin, Alta and Harvey Levenson,
Joyce and Peter Marcovitz, Sharon and Gerald Naimer, Evelyn and Morrie Neiss,
Lise and Robert Issenman on the marriage of their son Alexander, to Dr. Karen Kwei, Julia Krane and Daniel Paul, Dundi (Rachel) and Lyon Sachs, Brenda and Abe
daughter of Pauline and Dr. Edwin Kwei, grandson of Miriam Issenman and the late Sluser, Arlene and Gerald Stotland, Terry Sigman Zlotnick and Mitchell Zlotnick,
Alex Issenman. Carole and Richard Zuckerman.

PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS – MAZAL TOV TO: SPECIAL BIRTHDAYS – MAZAL TOV TO:
Julia Gersovitz on being awarded the National Trust for Canada Gabrielle Leger Members who celebrated special birthdays since the previous bulletin:
Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Heritage Conservation. Felicia Aaron, George Azimov, Edmund (Ted) Baltuch, Gail Berzan, Marilyn
Eric Maldoff, CM on being awarded the RBC Tikun Olam Award for Service to the Blumer, Marlene Briskin, Barbara Bronstein, Leslie Chazonoff, Nancy Cleman,
Broader Community by Federation CJA . Sylvia Cleman, Rona Thelma Davis, Doris Evin, Joan Friedman, Norma Gilmour,
Marc E. Gold on being awarded the Samuel Bronfman Medal by Federation CJA . Ruth Goodman, Stanley Hopmeyer, Michal Hornstein, Elaine Kaylor, Leo Klag,
Wendy Spatzner on being awarded the Minnie Cummings Abbey Award by Shirley Kossman, Mark Kraminer, Jacob Lazare, Susan Levitt, Michael Libman,
Federation CJA. Michelle Lipper, Joan Lupovich, Barry Marcus, Adria Mennen, Linda Migicovsky,
Norman Sternthal on receiving an Honorary Degree from Yeshiva University, on David Morris, Ronald Notkin, Karen Pancer, Audre Perchanok, Marilyn (Lynn)
December 13, 2015.` Perlman, Beth Prosterman, Vilma Reisler, Lois Rudberg, Michelle Sachs, Sylvia
SPECIAL ANNIVERSARIES – MAZAL TOV TO: Schneider, Estelle Schwartz, Fannie Schwartz, Miriam (Musia) Schwartz, Pola
Members who celebrated special anniversaries since the previous bulletin: Spiegel, Chana Suss, Glenda Susser, Maurice Tovel, Abraham Wexler, Michael
Cynthia Davis and David Abramovitch, Esther and Murray Backman, Pamela Wolfe, Roslyn Wolfe, Cantor Gideon Zelermyer.
Litwin and John Boidman, Victoria and David Cape, Marla and Lloyd Cooper,

CONDOLENCES May the Almighty grant His divine comfort to the bereaved in their sorrow. We extend condolences to the families of the following who have recently passed:

Arthur Rubinger, brother of our member Norma Aber, on August 18. Sheila (Rachel) Schouela, mother and mother-in-law of our members
Our member Iris Hazan, on August 26. Colette and Barry Dolman, on October 20.
Our member Nancy Segal, daughter of our member Moe Segal, and sister of Our member Morris Gutherz, on October 23.
our member Joel Segal, on August 29. Our member Julius Aber, husband of Norma Rubinger, father and father-in-
Our member Pearl Aronoff, on September 4. law of our members Gail Aber and David Goldman, Mark and Deborah Aber,
Olga Mandel, mother and mother-in-law of our members Jeffrey and Adria on October 27.
Mandel, on September 4. Evelyne Dahan, mother and mother-in-law of our members Myriam and
Max Hoffman, father and father-in-law of our members Jeannette Hoffman- Ronald Reuben, on October 31.
Zaffir and Zvi Zaffir, on September 18. Our member Tamara Shacter, mother and mother-in-law of our members
Spiritual leader Rabbi Sydney Shoham, on September 21. Erica Bloom and Walter Singer Bloom, and Abbey Shacter, on November 2.
Evelyn Krane, mother and mother-in-law of our members Julia Krane and Marcelle Levy, mother and mother-in-law of our members Victor and Nicole
Daniel Paul, on September 22. Levy, on November 3.
Lucy Morris, mother and mother-in-law of our members David Morris and Beverly Bloom, sister and sister-in-law of our members Steve and Saryl
Pepita Capriolo, on September 26. Gross, on November 5.
Our member Frieda Hirshberg, on October 8. Mia Lande, mother and mother-in-law of our members Sherry and Gerry
Our member Naomi Avrith, on October 15. Feifer, on November 11.
Our member Sylvia Vineberg, on October 15.
Our member Claire Fern, mother and mother-in-law of our members David Levy, father and father-in-law of our members Corinne Levy Sommer
Marilyn and Brahm Elkin, on October 20. and Raymond Telio, on November 13.

TO RECEIVE BEREAVEMENT NOTICES BY E-MAIL, CONTACT STEWART LEIBOVITCH 514.937.9474 EXT. 171 | [email protected]

CEMETERY SERVICES

WINTER DECORATIONS AND MONUMENT CLEANING

The Shaar Cemetery offers many options of seasonal flowers and landscaping choices
to serve as dignified and beautiful tributes to the memory of loved ones. We also offer
perpetual care programs that simplify the process of providing flower care over years.

Also available: Monument cleaning service - renew the look of older monuments.

Contact Stewart Leibovitch 514.937.9474 ext. 171 | [email protected]

SPECIAL PAYMENT PROGRAM FOR CEMETERY PLOTS

Members under the age of 65 who wish to reserve plots in the Shaar Cemetery now have the option to lock in the current rate and pay in 10 equal payments over a
10 year period. The first payment is due upon reservation and subsequent payments will be invoiced annually in January.

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