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Rabbi Simcha Blum
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Upcoming Services
Following the Government’s announcement about the re-opening of Places of Worship, we re-opened for Shabbat morning services on Saturday 4th July. Going forward we will be open for weekly Shabbat morning services with certain safety measures in place. Shabbat Noach
Saturday 24th October Morning Service 9:45am Shabbat Lech-Lecha Saturday 31st October Morning Service 9:45 a.m. Due to social distancing requirements please contact us in advance if you would like to attend and please click here to download our re-opening letter which details measures that have been put in place for your safety. Please note that the wearing of masks is now compulsory in Places of Worship. Parsha resources here.
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Rosh Hashanah Message from Rabbi Blum
The head of the year, why are we calling it head and not beginning?
ראש השנה is much more than a beginning! It’s the head, that leads and gives direction to all.
Our sages teach us that on these two days everything is being decided for the whole year, but it’s not just G-d who decides. When it rains, one must put out vessels to receive and preserve the water, so that one can use them for one's needs. The new year’s energy and blessing also requires a vessel. When one takes upon oneself to add spirituality and goodness to one's life, one conditions oneself to success and growth. The sincerity of the new year’s resolution reflects the magnitude of the change you want to see in your life, so be generous!
We should all have a sweet and healthy year
The head of the year, why are we calling it head and not beginning?
ראש השנה is much more than a beginning! It’s the head, that leads and gives direction to all.
Our sages teach us that on these two days everything is being decided for the whole year, but it’s not just G-d who decides. When it rains, one must put out vessels to receive and preserve the water, so that one can use them for one's needs. The new year’s energy and blessing also requires a vessel. When one takes upon oneself to add spirituality and goodness to one's life, one conditions oneself to success and growth. The sincerity of the new year’s resolution reflects the magnitude of the change you want to see in your life, so be generous!
We should all have a sweet and healthy year
Rev Menasche and Chazzan Steve at the Pre-Rosh Hashanah Kumzitz
Havdalah with Rev Menasche
