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We try to send no more than 1-2 emails a week. We ask for your understanding that this changes temporarily during the busy holiday season. Thank you!

Deadline to RSVP for meals:
​​​​​​​TODAY Thursday, March 18th

• Communal Pesach Seder Advanced Registration Required 
• Communal Pesach Meals FREE Advanced Registration Required (Sponsorships Available)
• VIDEO! Pesach Preparation Seminar VIDEO
  
• Mechirat Chametz - Sell Your Chametz Deadline Extended - Tonight at 11pm!
• Maot Chittim - Pesach Charity
• Bedikat Chametz - Searching for Chametz
• Fast of the Firstborn
• Latest Time to Eat/Burn Chametz
• Destroying Chametz
• Download your own Haggadah FREE
• Our Pesach Kashrut Forum is OPEN! Facebook
• Mimouna Celebration Advanced Registration Required

Don't want to cook again?

Consider sponsoring a Pesach meal at the Bet Knesset!

Advanced registration required!
All meals are free-of-charge, and sponsorship opportunities are available!

Pesach meals are open to Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim members and regulars only.

You are invited to join us for a dynamic and refreshing Pesach Seder with Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!!

This year's Seder will be full of inspirational teachings, uplifting customs, soulful songs, and lively discussions - with you as an active participant! The Seder meal will feature Soft Matzot and a full-course dinner.

Members Rates
$60 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)

Non-Members Rates
$75 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)

Students and Active Military
$50 per adult

The Seder is open to Kehillah members and regulars (and their guests) only.

Gold and Platinum Members receive (2) complimentary tickets to this event.
Reply for details.

The KSH Seder is meant to be an uplifting and transformational spiritual experience, not merely a communal dinner. As such, the Haggadah portion of the Seder is not rushed, but rather intentionally focused and elaborated on.

You are strongly encouraged to eat lunch and take an afternoon nap so that you will be well fed and rested for the Seder.

Don't tell us that you weren't warned! :)

As per Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim's policy, no one will be turned away for lack of funds!

Please contact Rabbi Yonatan privately if you would like to join us and require assistance.

When registering, kindly consider sponsoring a reservation for someone else by leaving us a note in the proper field.

We have posted last year's video for your convenience. 

As stated in numerous Shiviti classes, it is proper to remove all Chametz from one's possession as per the Torah's instruction. The sale of Chametz is forbidden according to many Halachic authorities, but it is offered here in the event that the above option is not available.

Rabbi Yonatan will be selling Chametz this year for Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim through Rabbi Moshe Benzaquen shlit"a of our Shiviti Bet Din in Los Angeles.

Sale will only work for those who will spend the entire holiday of Pesach in the Pacific time zone  

You may sell your Chametz by submitting your name, address, phone number and email address, using the form below.

Deadline
The deadline for selling Chametz through Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is Thursday, April 18th at 11pm.

In the opening paragraph of the Haggadah recited at the Seder, we declare: "All who are hungry, let them come and eat." Each of us as individuals make up a singular entity, and in order to experience freedom ourselves, we must ensure that our brothers and sisters have the means to celebrate freedom too.

Don't be left out of this special Mitzvah!

(Halachot from the Bet Midrash of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l)

The Laws of Searching for Chametz

One must search for Chametz by candlelight.  One is obligated to search in every room in the house where Chametz is found. The same applies regarding balconies, gardens, cars, and the like.

The Proper Time for the Search
The proper time for searching for Chametz is when three stars come out (if one was unable to search at this time he may still search and recite a blessing even later on during the night). One may not partake of bread or cake more than a “Kebetza” (approximately 54 grams) before searching for Chametz starting from a half-hour before the proper time of the search. Nevertheless, less than a Kebetza of bread or cake or even more than a Kebetza of fruits, vegetables, rice, and the like, may in fact be eaten before performing the search.

Sunset this year in San Diego is at approximately 7:23pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 8:02pm.

The Customary Ten Pieces of Bread
Some have the custom to hide ten pieces of well-wrapped bread throughout the house, so that they may be found by the person searching for Chametz. Those who follow this custom should be exceedingly careful to write down the locations of the ten pieces of Chametz, so that in the event that one (or more) piece(s) is/are not found, they will be able to be located using this list.

Renouncing Chametz
After completing the search for Chametz, one must verbally nullify the Chametz by reciting:

“Kol Chamira De’Ika Birshuti De’La Chazitei U’dla Bi’artei Livtil Velehevei Ke’Afra De’Ar’ah.”
(English Translation: “Any Chametz (leaven) which is in my possession, which I have not seen and I have not destroyed, is hereby nullified and should be considered like the dust of the earth.”)

One must recite this verbal renunciation in a language one understands, for if not, one does not fulfill one’s obligation of renouncing Chametz. It is customary to repeat the text of the renunciation three times in order to strengthen the matter.

As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.

Fast begins:

4:52am

This year, it is suggested to study something short that will be considered an accomplishment for you - and make a Siyum with the members of your household tomorrow morning.

A suggested text to study is Pirke Avot, Mishnah of Sukkah, or the Laws of Pesach in the Rambam. Links below.

Latest time for eating Chametz
סוף זמן אכילת חמץ

10:35am

Latest time for burning Chametz
סוף זמן ביעור חמץ

11:41am

The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am.
Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.

On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5784) which falls out on Monday morning, one must eliminate Chametz before the last time to do so arrives. All Chametz must be burnt (or renounced), and sold by this time. 

The Mitzvah is to get rid of the Chametz - not burn it, necessarily.

The following options are suggested for those who cannot burn Chametz:

1. Donate to the poor, homeless, or non-Jewish organization that helps provide food for the needy.
OR
2. Discard in the black trash cans outside, as they become city property. 

A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!

We try to send no more than 1-2 emails a week. We ask for your understanding that this changes temporarily during the busy holiday season. Thank you!

Deadline to RSVP for meals:
​​​​​​​Wednesday, March 17th

• LIVE! Pesach Preparation Seminar with Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
• VIDEO! Pesach Preparation Seminar VIDEO
• Communal Pesach Seder Advanced Registration Required 
• Communal Pesach Meals Advanced Registration Required (Sponsorships Available)
• Mechirat Chametz - Sell Your Chametz Deadline 4/17
• Maot Chittim - Pesach Charity
• Bedikat Chametz - Searching for Chametz
• Fast of the Firstborn
• Latest Time to Eat/Burn Chametz
• Destroying Chametz
• Download your own Haggadah FREE
• Our Pesach Kashrut Forum is OPEN! Facebook
• Mimouna Celebration Advanced Registration Required

We have posted last year's video for your convenience. 

You are invited to join us for a dynamic and refreshing Pesach Seder with Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!!

This year's Seder will be full of inspirational teachings, uplifting customs, soulful songs, and lively discussions - with you as an active participant! The Seder meal will feature Soft Matzot and a full-course dinner.

Members Rates
$60 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)

Non-Members Rates
$75 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)

Students and Active Military
$50 per adult

The Seder is open to Kehillah members and regulars (and their guests) only.

Gold and Platinum Members receive (2) complimentary tickets to this event.
Reply for details.

The KSH Seder is meant to be an uplifting and transformational spiritual experience, not merely a communal dinner. As such, the Haggadah portion of the Seder is not rushed, but rather intentionally focused and elaborated on.

You are strongly encouraged to eat lunch and take an afternoon nap so that you will be well fed and rested for the Seder.

Don't tell us that you weren't warned! :)

As per Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim's policy, no one will be turned away for lack of funds!

Please contact Rabbi Yonatan privately if you would like to join us and require assistance.

When registering, kindly consider sponsoring a reservation for someone else by leaving us a note in the proper field.

Don't want to cook again?

Consider sponsoring a Pesach meal at the Bet Knesset!

Advanced registration required!
​​​​​​​All meals are free-of-charge, and sponsorship opportunities are available!

Pesach meals are open to Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim members and regulars only.

Rabbi Yonatan will be selling Chametz this year for Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim through Rabbi Moshe Benzaquen shlit"a of our Shiviti Bet Din in Los Angeles.

Sale will only work for those who will spend the entire holiday of Pesach in the Pacific time zone  

You may sell your Chametz by submitting your name, address, phone number and email address, using the form below.

Deadline
The deadline for selling Chametz through Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is Wednesday, April 17th at 11pm.

In the opening paragraph of the Haggadah recited at the Seder, we declare: "All who are hungry, let them come and eat." Each of us as individuals make up a singular entity, and in order to experience freedom ourselves, we must ensure that our brothers and sisters have the means to celebrate freedom too.

Don't be left out of this special Mitzvah!

(Halachot from the Bet Midrash of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l)

The Laws of Searching for Chametz

One must search for Chametz by candlelight.  One is obligated to search in every room in the house where Chametz is found. The same applies regarding balconies, gardens, cars, and the like.

The Proper Time for the Search
The proper time for searching for Chametz is when three stars come out (if one was unable to search at this time he may still search and recite a blessing even later on during the night). One may not partake of bread or cake more than a “Kebetza” (approximately 54 grams) before searching for Chametz starting from a half-hour before the proper time of the search. Nevertheless, less than a Kebetza of bread or cake or even more than a Kebetza of fruits, vegetables, rice, and the like, may in fact be eaten before performing the search.

Sunset this year in San Diego is at approximately 7:23pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 8:02pm.

The Customary Ten Pieces of Bread
Some have the custom to hide ten pieces of well-wrapped bread throughout the house, so that they may be found by the person searching for Chametz. Those who follow this custom should be exceedingly careful to write down the locations of the ten pieces of Chametz, so that in the event that one (or more) piece(s) is/are not found, they will be able to be located using this list.

Renouncing Chametz
After completing the search for Chametz, one must verbally nullify the Chametz by reciting:

“Kol Chamira De’Ika Birshuti De’La Chazitei U’dla Bi’artei Livtil Velehevei Ke’Afra De’Ar’ah.”
(English Translation: “Any Chametz (leaven) which is in my possession, which I have not seen and I have not destroyed, is hereby nullified and should be considered like the dust of the earth.”)

One must recite this verbal renunciation in a language one understands, for if not, one does not fulfill one’s obligation of renouncing Chametz. It is customary to repeat the text of the renunciation three times in order to strengthen the matter.

As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.

Fast begins:

4:52am

This year, it is suggested to study something short that will be considered an accomplishment for you - and make a Siyum with the members of your household tomorrow morning.

A suggested text to study is Pirke Avot, Mishnah of Sukkah, or the Laws of Pesach in the Rambam. Links below.

Latest time for eating Chametz
סוף זמן אכילת חמץ

10:35am

Latest time for burning Chametz
סוף זמן ביעור חמץ

11:41am

The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am.
Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.

On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5784) which falls out on Monday morning, one must eliminate Chametz before the last time to do so arrives. All Chametz must be burnt (or renounced), and sold by this time. 

The Mitzvah is to get rid of the Chametz - not burn it, necessarily.

The following options are suggested for those who cannot burn Chametz:

1. Donate to the poor, homeless, or non-Jewish organization that helps provide food for the needy.
OR
2. Discard in the black trash cans outside, as they become city property. 

A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!

We try to send no more than 1-2 emails a week. We ask for your understanding that this changes temporarily during the busy holiday season. Thank you!

• LIVE! Pesach Preparation Seminar with Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
  
• VIDEO! Pesach Preparation Seminar VIDEO
• Communal Pesach Seder Advanced Registration Required 
• Communal Pesach Meals Advanced Registration Required (Sponsorships Available)
• Mechirat Chametz - Sell Your Chametz Deadline 4/17
• Maot Chittim - Pesach Charity
• Bedikat Chametz - Searching for Chametz
• Fast of the Firstborn
• Latest Time to Eat/Burn Chametz
• Destroying Chametz
• Download your own Haggadah FREE
• Our Pesach Kashrut Forum is OPEN! Facebook
• Mimouna Celebration Advanced Registration Required

We have posted last year's video for your convenience. 

You are invited to join us for a dynamic and refreshing Pesach Seder with Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!!

This year's Seder will be full of inspirational teachings, uplifting customs, soulful songs, and lively discussions - with you as an active participant! The Seder meal will feature Soft Matzot and a full-course dinner.

Members Rates
$60 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)

Non-Members Rates
$75 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)

Students and Active Military
$50 per adult

The Seder is open to Kehillah members and regulars (and their guests) only.

Gold and Platinum Members receive (2) complimentary tickets to this event.
Reply for details.

The KSH Seder is meant to be an uplifting and transformational spiritual experience, not merely a communal dinner. As such, the Haggadah portion of the Seder is not rushed, but rather intentionally focused and elaborated on.

You are strongly encouraged to eat lunch and take an afternoon nap so that you will be well fed and rested for the Seder.

Don't tell us that you weren't warned! :)

As per Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim's policy, no one will be turned away for lack of funds!

Please contact Rabbi Yonatan privately if you would like to join us and require assistance.

When registering, kindly consider sponsoring a reservation for someone else by leaving us a note in the proper field.

Don't want to cook again?

Consider sponsoring a Pesach meal at the Bet Knesset!

Advanced registration required!
​​​​​​​All meals are free-of-charge, and sponsorship opportunities are available!

Pesach meals are open to Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim members and regulars only.

Rabbi Yonatan will be selling Chametz this year for Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim through Rabbi Moshe Benzaquen shlit"a of our Shiviti Bet Din in Los Angeles.

Sale will only work for those who will spend the entire holiday of Pesach in the Pacific time zone  

You may sell your Chametz by submitting your name, address, phone number and email address, using the form below.

Deadline
The deadline for selling Chametz through Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is Wednesday, April 17th at 11pm.

In the opening paragraph of the Haggadah recited at the Seder, we declare: "All who are hungry, let them come and eat." Each of us as individuals make up a singular entity, and in order to experience freedom ourselves, we must ensure that our brothers and sisters have the means to celebrate freedom too.

Don't be left out of this special Mitzvah!

(Halachot from the Bet Midrash of Rabbi Ovadia Yosef zt"l)

The Laws of Searching for Chametz

One must search for Chametz by candlelight.  One is obligated to search in every room in the house where Chametz is found. The same applies regarding balconies, gardens, cars, and the like.

The Proper Time for the Search
The proper time for searching for Chametz is when three stars come out (if one was unable to search at this time he may still search and recite a blessing even later on during the night). One may not partake of bread or cake more than a “Kebetza” (approximately 54 grams) before searching for Chametz starting from a half-hour before the proper time of the search. Nevertheless, less than a Kebetza of bread or cake or even more than a Kebetza of fruits, vegetables, rice, and the like, may in fact be eaten before performing the search.

Sunset this year in San Diego is at approximately 7:23pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 8:02pm.

The Customary Ten Pieces of Bread
Some have the custom to hide ten pieces of well-wrapped bread throughout the house, so that they may be found by the person searching for Chametz. Those who follow this custom should be exceedingly careful to write down the locations of the ten pieces of Chametz, so that in the event that one (or more) piece(s) is/are not found, they will be able to be located using this list.

Renouncing Chametz
After completing the search for Chametz, one must verbally nullify the Chametz by reciting:

“Kol Chamira De’Ika Birshuti De’La Chazitei U’dla Bi’artei Livtil Velehevei Ke’Afra De’Ar’ah.”
(English Translation: “Any Chametz (leaven) which is in my possession, which I have not seen and I have not destroyed, is hereby nullified and should be considered like the dust of the earth.”)

One must recite this verbal renunciation in a language one understands, for if not, one does not fulfill one’s obligation of renouncing Chametz. It is customary to repeat the text of the renunciation three times in order to strengthen the matter.

As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.

Fast begins:

4:52am

This year, it is suggested to study something short that will be considered an accomplishment for you - and make a Siyum with the members of your household tomorrow morning.

A suggested text to study is Pirke Avot, Mishnah of Sukkah, or the Laws of Pesach in the Rambam. Links below.

Latest time for eating Chametz
סוף זמן אכילת חמץ

10:35am

Latest time for burning Chametz
סוף זמן ביעור חמץ

11:41am

The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am.
Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.

On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5784) which falls out on Monday morning, one must eliminate Chametz before the last time to do so arrives. All Chametz must be burnt (or renounced), and sold by this time. 

The Mitzvah is to get rid of the Chametz - not burn it, necessarily.

The following options are suggested for those who cannot burn Chametz:

1. Donate to the poor, homeless, or non-Jewish organization that helps provide food for the needy.
OR
2. Discard in the black trash cans outside, as they become city property. 

A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!

Shabbat programming is open to members and regulars only.
No advanced registration required.

In this newsletter:

• Brief Update From The Rabbi
• Shabbat Times and Schedule - Special Torah Reading This Week!
• Purim at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim!
• Shiviti Soft Matzah Bakery! Sunday, March 31st
• Kids learning with the Rabbi resumes!
• Join The Shiviti WhatsApp Group!
• The Personality Of A Posek - Rabbi Yonatan Halevy’s class at The Ḥabura
• Nevi'im: New Course With Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Halevy!
• Shiviti Bet Midrash of New York: Classes Resume!
• Shiviti Bet Midrash of the United Kingdom:
  Classes scheduled to resume in early 2024!
• Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
• New Shulchan Aruch Playlist! VIDEO
  
• Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes Resume! New Schedule!
• Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
• Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
• Seudah Shelishit with Q&A! Please plan to join us!
• Mazal Tov Announcements Greenfeld family
• Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes
  Some classes resume this week

Shalom!

We have returned from all my travels to Israel, Washington DC, Baltimore, and New York, baruch Hashem.

SHABBAT SCHEDULE

We will meet in our regular Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend. 

Friday night Tefillot will stay at a regular time, regardless of candle-lighting changing week-by-week. This Friday we will meet at 6:30pm.

Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading (and a special reading of Zachor) followed by a Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunch is generously sponsored and catered by Yosef and Elisheva Kamshad in honor of Mikhael's incredible accomplishments. Mazal Tov!

Kids learning resumes 15 minutes before Mincha!

Join us for Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly considering sponsoring this meal!

Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!

PURIM

Please see Purim schedule attached below. Registration links are below.

The Ta'anit Esther break-the-fast was generously sponsored by Jochanan Aronowicz in honor of the community.

The Purim evening celebration is generously sponsored by Abraham and Yordana Sanchez in honor of the community.

The Purim morning Seudah is generously sponsored by Rabbi Dr. Shalom and Mrs. Yehudit Halevy in gratitude to HaKadosh Baruch Hu for all the miracles He has done for them. 

MATZAH BAKERY

Please see flier attached below. Matzah Baking is set for March 31. 

SHIVITI PORTLAND SHABBATON

Please join us for a Shabbat in Portland at Beit Yosef on April 4-8. More details to follow!

CLASSES

Class schedule will be announced in the Google Classroom. A reminder that all San Diego classes which formerly began at 8:30pm, now begin at 7:30pm. All other class times remain the same.

Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom when it arrives,
Rabbi Yonatan Halevy

Erev Shabbat - Friday

Mincha, Kabbalat Shabbat, and Arvit: 6:30pm
 
Candle Lighting: 6:44pm
 
Shekiah (Sunset): 7:02pm

Shabbat - Saturday
 
Shacharit: 9:00am

Latest Shema: 9:14am or 9:51am

Latest Shacharit: 10:52am

Kiddush Lunch following Tefillah

Kids Learning with the Rabbi: 5:45pm

Shiur/Class: 
N/A

Mincha: 6:00pm

Seudah Shelishit 6:30pm
 
Shabbat Ends: 7:40pm

Arvit

The Ta'anit Esther break-the-fast was generously sponsored by Jochanan Aronowicz in honor of the community.

The Purim evening celebration is generously sponsored by Abraham and Yordana Sanchez in honor of the community.

The Purim morning Seudah is generously sponsored by Rabbi Dr. Shalom and Mrs. Yehudit Halevy in gratitude to HaKadosh Baruch Hu for all the miracles He has done for them. 

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Join us as we delve into some of the most sensitive and profound details of Jewish national law, and explore how our lawmakers approached the most controversial and relevant social justice issues of our time. Text-based and ongoing, this course will offer an inside view of the legal system that provides the basis for our national vision of a just and truly free society.

This course will largely be based on the Rambam’s Laws of Sanhedrin, with a special focus on the commentary of Rabbi Chaim David Halevy, former Chief Rabbi of Tel Aviv-Yafo.

44 Aggadeta episodes
+
38 Expanding Horizons episodes
+
71 Rambam’s Mishneh Torah episodes
=
153 total podcast episodes available to listen to!

It has been more than a year since we announced the launch of our Shiviti podcast which is officially live across the web, featuring our most popular playlists!
Search “Shiviti” or “Rabbi Yonatan Halevy” on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify - and subscribe!

Thanks to the hard work of Shiviti’s volunteer audio/video team!

Mazal Tov! Mazal Tov!

Mazal Tov to Avraham Chaim Greenfeld on the birth of a baby grandson to his daughter Malky and Moishe! Mazal Tov

To have your joyous occasion mentioned here, kindly email info@kshsd.org the week before. Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim does not have a record of occasions and announces only what we are provided by our members each week!

We are utilizing state-of-the-art technology to continue our Torah classes.

Each class series has its own unique login code.

For classes, see the information below on joining our Google Classroom.

If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, send an email to info@shiviti.org, requesting to join our "Special Shiviti" Google Classroom. Or just reply to this email!

For those who plan to only use this temporarily during this period, you can join our special Google Classroom setup just for the current situation. You will receive all live updates about any relevant classes being offered online without having to subscribe to one of the dedicated classrooms.

A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash online is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.

Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and clicking "subscribe"!

7:00am - Shacharit with Torah reading (with Tefillin)
At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
 
6:30pm - Mincha with Torah reading (without Tefillin)
At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
 
THIS YEAR ONLY: Special 7:30pm class on the laws of Purim with Rabbi Yonatan at the Bet Knesset with refreshments
 
NOTE: If you are interested in sponsoring the class and break-the-fast refreshments at the Bet Knesset for $126, kindly respond to this email. Tizku L'Mitzvot! 

Fast Begins
 
5:37am dawn degrees
or at:
5:38am dawn fixed minutes
Eating of a settled character may not be started during the half hour immediately preceding dawn. Please consult the Rabbi for details. 
 
Fast Ends
           
Rabbi Tukaccinsky
The fast ends no later than the emergence of three average stars at: 
7:29pm
           
Rabbi Moshe Feinstein
One who finds fasting difficult may eat at:
7:32pm
One who does not find fasting difficult should wait until the time for Motzaei Shabbat at:
7:39pm

Watch the Shiviti Night Kollel's Purim preparation classes.

Saturday, March 23rd

7:40pm - Shabbat Ends
8:15pm - Arvit
8:30pm - Megillah Reading 
Come in your holiday clothing (or costumes) and hear the Megillah read for the first time this year!
We will begin promptly!

9:00pm - Purim Celebration
(if you wish to sponsor this Purim celebration for $180, kindly reply to this email)

10:00pm - Late Megillah Reading
with Rabbi Dr. Shalom Halevy
Please reply to this email to let us know if you plan to attend the late reading
 
Sunday, March 24th
 
8:00am - Shacharit
 
9:00am (approx.) - Regular Megillah Reading
Please come early - we will read as soon as we reach the reading and not wait for the time above

10:00am - Purim Breakfast and Celebration

 5:00pm - Late Megillah Reading
with Rabbi Dr. Shalom Halevy
Please reply to this email to let us know if you plan to attend the late reading

Welcome to Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim's Virtual Purim Corner!
 
There are three Mitzvot and one Minhag (custom) we must fulfill for Purim!
 
For your convenience, you can perform two of them online via our convenient website!

The Megillah must be read from an actual hand-written scroll on Kosher parchment.
 
Please see our Purim schedule for Megillah reading times.
 
The Megillah recordings in the links on our page are meant for educational purposes only - not to fulfill the Mitzvah with them.

We must give two gifts of food to at least one friend on Purim. This can easily be done on your own.

We are obligated to perform the Mitzvah of “Matanot La’Evyonim” on Purim day which is the distribution of two monetary gifts, one to each needy person.
 
If you would like to appoint Rabbi Yonatan as your messenger, you can use the convenient form at this link to perform this holy Mitzvah.

It is customary to donate money before Purim as “a commemoration of the Half-Shekel” which was donated by the entire Jewish nation when the Bet Hamikdash stood.
 
If you would like to perform this Minhag with actual silver coins, you are welcome to come to Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim any day before Purim, or before Megillah reading. We have three silver coins (generously donated by the Savin family) for this purpose.
 
If you will be unable to do so, you can use the convenient form at this link to perform this precious custom.

Azkarah For Daniel Schwartz z"l

Please join us this Tuesday evening for the Azkarah of our uncle, Daniel Schwartz z"l, patriarch of the Schwartz family, and founding member of Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim.

We kindly ask that you register directly to Denise Schwartz - may she be blessed with a long life and good health - using the email address found in the flier.
 
May his memory be for a blessing,
Rabbi Yonatan, Rabbanit Devorah
and the entire Shiviti/Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim family