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High Holidays 5776 (2015)
at Congregation Beit Menachem - Chabad North Shore
HIGH HOLIDAY UPDATE #1

Dear «First Name or Friend»,

The prayers are warm. The melodies are timeless. The people are friendly. The kids have a program. And everyone feels at home. Welcome to High Holiday services at Congregation Beit Menachem (the Shule at Chabad North Shore).

Services conducted in English and Hebrew, with simultaneous insights and explanations into the prayers, practices and rituals. Special children’s holiday program and services for all ages.

We, at Congregation Beit Menachem join you in hope and prayer as together, we approach the new Jewish year of 5776. Together we'll listen to the call of the Shofar, taste the sweetness of the Apple-and-Honey, recommit to G‑d on Yom Kippur.

We look forward to welcoming you at Shule over the High Holidays.

On behalf of the Rabbi and Rebbetzin and the entire Board of Management, we wish you a happy and sweet New Year.

Tony Mitchell
President

PS Please read on, as there is very important information below.
SHULE SEATING

NAMES SEATS

The privilege of having named seats in Shule over the High Holidays is only to members who have either paid their membership in full; paying it off in installments; or have come to a financial agreement with the Shule.

If you have not yet finalised your Beit Menachem Membership please contact the office at your earliest convenience to ensure we can allocate you a seat.

Your membership fees gives you a named seat in Shule over the High Holidays and contributes towards the services that are provided to yourself/your family as a member of the congregation. In addition, Beit Menachem members are given first priority for use of the premises, enrollment in our courses, assistance for personal crisis, Ganeinu, and accommodation

Please note that NO-ONE is turned away due to financial hardship. If you require assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Chanoch Sufrin at the office or Tony Mitchell.

In addition, if you do not require or wish to have a named seats, you will be welcome to join the services regardless and sit at an un-named seat. We will not turn anyone away who does not have a named seat. All are welcome.

SEATING ALLOCATION

With our recent permanent seating in Shule, seating allocation will obviously be slightly different to last year. We are doing our utmost to seat you in similar location to last year. Please understand we are doing our utmost to accommodate everyone comfortably.

If you have a specific seating request please call the office and discuss with Chanoch Sufrin, or email Chanoch@ChabadHouse.org.au.

ADDITIONAL SEATS

If you require additional seats for your children or visiting family and/or friends, please contact us as soon as possible, so we can allocate seats accordingly.

The cost of additional seats is $200.
Kids Program - all ages

We are delighted to announce that our NEW Bochurim will be joining us in time for the High Holidays and will be spearheading exciting children's programs over this period.

We will provide fun and educational programs for your children while you attend services. Each group will enjoy age appropriate games, stories, discussions, prayers and songs.

Please note: All our staff have working with children checks.

Snacks and drinks will be provided to the children during all programs. No nuts or dairy products.

Outside of the advertised times, children will need to monitored by their parents.

CHILD MINDING
We are delighted to have our staff from Ganeinu offering child minding for toddlers and children till 5 years old. Hours will be from 8:30 until the end of Shule service.

At least one parent will be required to be on the premises for the duration of this service.

Spaces are limited for this program, and while there is no charge, bookings are essential to ensure staff/children ratios are met.

There is no charge for any these programs.

We will be providing programs for each of the following age groups:

  • Ages 1-5
    Childminding
  • Years K-4
    Primary
  • Years 5-7
    Pre-Bar/Bat Mitzvah
  • Years 9+
    Teens
HIGH HOliday services
Rosh Hashanah

FIRST NIGHT, Sunday night, 13 September 2015
FIRST DAY, Monday, 14 September 2015

SECOND NIGHT, Monday night, 14 September 2015
SECOND DAY, Tuesday, 15 September 2015
Yom Kippur
KOL NIDREI, Tuesday, 22 September 2015
YOM KIPPUR DAY, Wednesday, 23 September 2015

Join us for services at 27 College Crescent, St Ives.

Please note the full services schedule for the entire High Holiday period will be available shortly.
rosh hashanah dinner

We are delighted to announce that we will be hosting a Rosh Hashanah dinner of the fist evening, full of inspiration, traditions and delicious food.

Menu, cost and full details will be available shortly.
Holiday Guide
High Holiday Prep
Rosh Hashanah megasite
Recipes
Yom Kippur megasite
Holiday times
E-Cards
High Holiday Picks

The High Holidays is a time when we reflect the past year, and affirm our membership for the incoming year in the Jewish nation. Take a few moments and read some interesting and new handpicked High Holiday features from our site. You’ll find something to share with your family, and perhaps gain a new perspective on the high holidays.
Chabad North Shore • Email: info@chabadhouse.org.au• Phone: 9488-9548 • www.ChabadHouse.org.au