Tonight – Thursday night
8pm Talmud class with Rabbi Anthony
Friday
Come along to a Masorti Evening service in shul starting at 1830 followed by a potluck dinner where you can meet members from all three synagogues
Refuah Schlemaha Our services are for all members of the community, be we in good health or slightly below par.
We mention people by name, if requested, to wish them renewed full health and we do this every week. We also mention friends and relatives of members of the community and are delighted to do so. Please advise Rabbi Anthony, as late as Shabbat morning in shul, if you would like someone to be mentioned, or email him in advance by mid-day Friday rabbianthony@mosaicmasorti.org.uk
This Shabbat There will be additional heating in our shul space. We know the temperature for the last two weeks has been rather ”fresh”. The building developers have agreed to instal permanent additional heating / ventilation, so the prayer space is suitable for all eventualities in all seasons.
The sound proofing will, by the time you receive this newsletter, have been improved with additional insulation added to columns.
Next Friday 15th December There will be a Friday night service and meal at the home of Rabbi Anthony and Abi. Please book early to guarantee your place rabbianthony@mosaicmasorti.org.uk
Birthdays
Brian Balkin 3/12, Marilyn Finester 7/12, Ian Nissenbaum 9/12, Linda Allchild 11/12, Sheldon Mydat 12/12, Jackie Kalms 12/12, Harold Segal, Mark Kosky.
Anniversaries
Sinead & Sheldon Mydat on their 13th anniversary
Frances & Edward Kafka on their 54th anniversary
Yahrzeits
Jean Allan remembering her father, George William Rogers
Stuart Grabski remembering his father, Max
Joe Newman remembering his sister, Sonja Newman
Heather Eden remembering her sister, Barbara Vaughan
Jill Rousso remembering her husband, Aharon
Malcolm Franks remembering his father, Joseph
Edward Kafka remembering his mother, Hilde
Eve Marmot remembering her mother, Margot Spiers
Carol Carlton remembering her uncle, James Maeredith
Stephen Black remembering his mother, Doreen
Liane Alexander remembering her mother, Alice Austin
Michael Dashwood remembering his father, Eddie
Sharon Royce remembering her mother, Sadie Berman
Carole Orchover remembering her aunt, Esther Rosenberg
Mike Lewis remembering his father-in-law, Solly Isaacs
This is the Chanukah message from the President of the Board of Deputies, Marie van der Zyl.
At Chanukah, we celebrate the redemption of the Jewish people from the yoke of their oppressors. In the darkness of winter, we light candles to represent freedom and hope. Never has Chanukah been more meaningful than this year. Israel was plunged into darkness on 7 October 2023 by the most appalling terrorist massacre that the country has ever experienced. We have all grieved for those lost and abducted and prayed for the safe return of the hostages still in the clutches of Hamas. Continue reading →
Liberal Judaism and the Movement for Reform Judaism write, “Our Mission is to bring light this Chanukah”.
Usually we explain the festival of Chanukah with the Midrash that tells of the miracle that occurred when the Jews entered the Temple of Jerusalem, after having freed the city from Greek invaders. Continue reading →
Sad News Yvette Vinacour passed away on Tuesday after a very long illness. Yvette is survived by her husband Norman. They were both highly respected founder members of HEMS now known as Mosaic Masorti. Yvette and Norman moved to Shenley several years ago where they became involved with Shenley Synagogue.
March against Anti Semitism
The march last Sunday was extremely well attended. A special mention to the Head of Mosaic Security, Daniel Brown, who was there with many other CST volunteers helping to keep the marchers safe .
Mosaic Jewish Community New Members event this Sunday
If you have become a member in the last five years you are warmly invited to attend to a Mosaic welcome tea party this Sunday at 3pm
You will be able to mingle with fellow new/newish members from our three synagogues: Mosaic Reform, Mosaic Liberal and Mosaic Masorti. There is still time to advise Phil and Gill if you would like to attend.
Long-standing members who want to know more about their Synagogue and Mosaic Jewish Community are also welcome to come along. Please reply to openday@choosemosaic.org
After the service this Shabbat, Gill would like some assistance to set up for Sunday’s tea party. The more the merrier – everything will be done by 13.50 Gill would also appreciate some assistance on Sunday from 2pm for last minute preparations
Print deadline The deadline for the next issue of Kehila is this Sunday night at 2359. Tell us about what you have been doing be it good, very good or amazing. Andrea Morgale is happy to assist using authors
Friday 15th December There will be a Friday night service and meal at the home of Rabbi Anthony, Abby and the girls on December 15th. Please book early if you would like to attend. The last two Friday nights at Rabbi Anthony’s home each attracted around 20 people. Book early to secure a space.
Birthdays
Deborah Simons 25/11, Alex Rutstein 26/11, simon Rutstein 27/11, Orlando Kafka 29/11, Danielle Brummell 29/11, Brian Balkin 3/12, Marilyn Finester 7/12
Anniversaries
Tamar & Gary Italiaander on their 41st anniversary
Leigh & Philip Fraylich on their 42nd anniversary
Sinead & Sheldon Mydat on their 13th anniversary
Yahrzeits
Dan Honey remembering his grandfather, Kurt Flach
Maurice Axelrod remembering his brother, Geoffrey Jack Stephen
Jill Rousso remembering her mother, Dorothy Hannah
Lorraine & Jonathan Sarsby remembering their son, Andrew
Linda Shuall remembering her mother, Georgia Schaverien
Jean Allan remembering her father, George William Rogers
Stuart Grabski remembering his father, Max
Joe Newman remembering his sister, Sonja Newman
Heather Eden remembering her sister, Barbara Vaughan
Jill Rousso remembering her husband, Aharon
Malcolm Franks remembering his father, Joseph
Edward Kafka remembering his mother, Hilde
Eve Marmot remembering her mother, Margot Spiers
Carol Carlton remembering her uncle, James Maeredith
In 2024 Mosaic Jewish Community is planning a 4-5 day trip to Poland to visit places of Jewish interest and we would like to see who may be interested in making such a visit, possibly in October.
In our initial research we have discovered “J Roots” – a recommended provider of Jewish educational visits who tailor-make trips, accompanied by an experienced educator, to bring important places to life and make it meaningful to the participants. “J Roots” organises hotels, transport, guides, meals and flights based around an itinerary and dates which suit each group. More information is available on their website: www.jroots.org.
We’re delighted to have had several replies to date, if this is something in which you may be interested in participating, please get in touch with Anita Feldman via the Mosaic office no later than 15th December. admin@choosemosaic.org
Tonight – Thursday night
Friday 
Refuah Schlemaha
Next Friday 15th December
This is the Chanukah message from the President of the Board of Deputies, Marie van der Zyl.
Mazal tov to Viv Block on her special birthday, Viv is delighted to invite congregants to join her for kiddush after the services.
Mosaic Jewish Community New Members event this Sunday
In 2024 Mosaic Jewish Community is planning a 4-5 day trip to Poland to visit places of Jewish interest and we would like to see who may be interested in making such a visit, possibly in October.
Please click on this link for details of the march that takes place on Sunday 26th November at 1.30 pm.
