Mazal Tov to the Rabbanit! LIVE Stream Graduation on Tuesday and Kiddush next Shabbat!
Special Lecture THIS Shabbat! Rabbanit Michal Kohane
Special Lecture NEXT Shabbat! Rabbi Rafael Cohen-Soae
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Kashrut Series: Released to the public! VIDEO
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes resume this week
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Summer classes begin this Shabbat at 5:30pm!
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Mazal Tov to the Rabbanit! LIVE Stream Graduation on Tuesday and Kiddush next Shabbat!
Special Lecture THIS Shabbat! Rabbanit Michal Kohane
Special Lecture NEXT Shabbat! Rabbi Rafael Cohen-Soae
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
The Rabbanit and I will be in New York this week for the Rabbanit's graduation. You are welcome to join Tuesday's LIVE stream of the graduation, where the Rabbanit will be the commencement speaker, as well as join us for a special Kiddush lunch at the Kehillah next Shabbat. Mazal Tov!
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat. All members and regulars are invited to attend.
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading! Kiddush Lunchis missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Our summer classes continue this Shabbat at 5:30pm! We have a guest speaker this Shabbat and next Shabbat. Please see fliers above!
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
Aside from Sunday morning class, all other classes will resume next week when we return, b'ezrat Hashem.
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue THIS week, b'ezrat Hashem, aside from Monday night Kollel and Tuesday's UK class.
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
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!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements -Stein Family
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Yom HaAtzmaut - Friday morning at 7:00am
Though the formal celebrations of Yom HaAtzmaut took place in Israel today, per the ruling of Morenu HaRav Yaakov Peretz shlit"a, the practice of Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim is to celebrate Yom HaAtzmaut on the fifth day of Iyar, regardless of which day of the week it falls out on. This year, the fifth of Iyar will be on Friday.
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat.
All members and regulars are invited to attend.
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading! Kiddush Lunch is generously sponsored by Baruch and Rachel Savin in honor of Yom HaAtzmaut! Tizku L'Mitzvot!
Our summer classes begin this Shabbat at 5:30pm!
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
Our summer classes begin this Shabbat at 5:30pm!
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue THIS week, b'ezrat Hashem, aside from Monday night Kollel and Tuesday's UK class.
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
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!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
Mazal Tov to Gersham and Chavi Stein on the recent graduation of their son, Dr. Yossi Stein, as a Doctor of Chiropractic. May they continue seeing Nachat from him, and may he practice in good health. 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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
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 13th 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.
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!
In this newsletter...
Thank you to Ovadia and Yitzchak!
NEW! Pesach Schedule - First Days
Pesach Preparation Seminar VIDEO
Communal Pesach Seder Advanced Registration Required Last Day
Communal Pesach Meals Advanced Registration Required (Sponsorships Available) Last Day
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 CelebrationAdvanced Registration Required
Thank you to Ovadia and Yitzchak!
An immense "Chazak U'Varuch" to our dearest friends Ovadia and Yitzchak Lopez for taking their entire Sunday to steam cleaning our chairs in honor of the upcoming holiday. Thank you!
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 $50 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $65 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $45 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.
NOTE: 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.
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 13th 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.
(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 7:18pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 7:56pm.
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.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
5:02am
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.
10:39am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:44am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5782) which falls out on Friday 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.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
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 $50 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $65 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $45 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.
NOTE: 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.
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 13th 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.
(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 7:18pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 7:56pm.
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.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
5:02am
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.
10:39am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:44am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5782) which falls out on Friday 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.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
We have ordered a new batch of Hebrew/Enlgish Sepharadic Haggadot to be used at our Shiviti/Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim Pesach Seder.
We would like to offer this opportunity to dedicate either half (17) or all (34) of the Haggadot in honor of an event, or in memory of a loved one, etc.
17 Haggadot - $202 All 34 Haggadot - $404
Please respond to this email as soon as possible to let us know that you are interested, as priority will be given to those who reach out first will be given priority. Tizku L'Mitzvot!
Pesach Preparation Seminar with Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
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 $50 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $65 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $45 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.
NOTE: 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.
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 13th 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.
(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 7:18pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 7:56pm.
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.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
5:02am
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.
10:39am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:44am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5782) which falls out on Friday 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.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
Pesach email will be sent out separately over the weekend.
In this newsletter:
Special Shabbat Class - Shabbat HaGadol
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Matzah Baking Schedule!
Rabbi and Rabbanit in London!VIDEOS
Kashrut Series: Released to the public! VIDEO
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes resume this week
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Special Shabbat Class - Shabbat HaGadol
Rabbis around the world will offer their communities words of Torah and wisdom this Shabbat HaGadol, the grand Shabbat before Pesach.
Join Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim as Rabbi Yonatan gives his annual Derashah and shares with us a special message for the community!
6:00pm - Early Mincha
6:30pm - Seudah Shelishit
6:45pm - Shabbat HaGadol Derashah
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat.
All members and regulars are invited to attend.
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah followed by Kiddush Lunch! Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue after Pesach, b'ezrat Hashem.
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
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!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
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 $50 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $65 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $45 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.
NOTE: 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.
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 13th 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.
(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 7:18pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 7:56pm.
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.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
5:02am
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.
10:39am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:44am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5782) which falls out on Friday 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.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
We wish a joyous Mazal Tov to our dear friends and members, Oren and Chava Lee, on moving to a new home! On their behalf, we invite you to join for a Chanukat Bayit ("house warming" ceremony) on Sundaymorning. Details in the flier above.
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
With gratitude to HaKadosh Baruh Hu, we are excited to finally resume our Pesach programming in our temporary location for Tefillot and Shiurim throughout the holiday after the last two years!
Please stay tuned for future emails regarding how we will be observing this special holiday as the special community we are!
Pesach Preparation Seminar with Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
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 $50 per adult/$20 per child (4-12)
Non-Members Rates $65 per adult/$30 per child (4-12)
Students and Active Military $45 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.
NOTE: 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.
Mechirat Chametz - Sell Your Chametz
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 13th 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.
(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 7:18pm, which would make the proper time to search for Chametz 7:56pm.
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.
Fast of the Firstborn
As with every year, firstborns have a custom to on the Eve of Pesach.
Fast begins:
5:02am
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.
10:39am Latest time for burning Chametz סוף זמן ביעור חמץ
11:44am
The Rabbi will be burning Chametz publicly this year at his home at 11:15am. Do not bring aything wrapped in plastic or aluminum.
Destroying Chametz
On the morning of the 14th of Nissan, meaning this year (5782) which falls out on Friday 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.
Download your own Haggadah
A special Hebrew/English Sephardic Haggadah has been made available for your use!
Pesach email will be sent out separately over the weekend.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Matzah Baking Schedule!
Rabbi and Rabbanit in London!VIDEOS
Kashrut Series: Released to the public! VIDEO
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153+ episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes resume this week
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat.
All members and regulars are invited to attend.
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with a special "HaChodesh" Torah reading! Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue THIS week, b'ezrat Hashem, aside from Monday night Kollel and Tuesday's UK class.
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
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!
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
A Story Of Rabbi Zusha and Rabbi Elimelech [2.5 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes resume this week
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Join us for Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat.
All members and regulars are invited to attend.
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with a special "Parah" Torah reading! Kiddush Lunch this week is generously sponsored by Dr. Roneet Lev in honor of the birth of baby Meira to Oren and Chava Lee! Mazal Tov!
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue THIS week, b'ezrat Hashem, aside from Monday night Kollel and Tuesday's UK class.
Sunday class will not be taking place as scheduled, due to the Matzah bake on Sunday.
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Matzah Bake Schedule!
Soft Matzah Baking Schedule Sunday, March 27th 6:15am Shacharit 6:43am Netz (Sunrise) 7:15am Breakfast for baking crew 8:00am Baking begins!
We are still in need of volunteers - please text the Rabbi for more information
(Men and women are invited to join us - we are looking for serious, hard-working volunteers!)
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!
A Story Of Rabbi Zusha and Rabbi Elimelech [2.5 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
IMPORTANT If you wish to join in the baking process at our Matzah bakery, you are asked to please attend a mandatory seminarat the Rabbi's home TONIGHT Thursday, March 24th, at 8:30pm to study all the relevant laws and customs of this fascinating process.
Soft Matzah Soft Matzah Baking Schedule Sunday, March 27th
6:30am - Shacharit with Torah reading (with Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim Temporary Location - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
6:30pm - Mincha with Torah reading (without Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim Temporary Location - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
Followed by Arvit and Megillah Reading (Schedule below)
NOTE: If you are interested in sponsoring break-the-fast refreshments at the Bet Knesset for $126, kindly respond to this email. Tizku L'Mitzvot!
Fast of Esther - Halachic Times
Fast Begins
5:44am dawn degrees or at: 5:45am 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: 7:25pm
Rabbi Moshe Feinstein One who finds fasting difficult may eat at: 7:28pm One who does not find fasting difficult should wait until the time for Motzaei Shabbat at: 7:35pm
Purim Schedule and Celebration!
Wednesday, March 16th
6:30am - Shacharit and Torah Reading
6:30pm - Mincha and Torah Reading
7:00pm - Arvit
7:25pm - Megillah Reading Come in your holiday clothing (or costumes) and hear the Megillah read for the first time this year! We will begin promptly as many will be fasting!
8:00pm - Break-The-Fast Celebration (if you wish to sponsor this break-the-fast Purim celebration for $126, kindly reply to this email)
8:45pm - 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
Thursday, March 17th
6:30am - Shacharit
7:30am (approx.)- Regular Megillah Reading Please come early - we will read as soon as we reach the reading and not wait for the time above
8:00am - Purim Breakfast and Celebration This year's Purim Seudah is generously sponsored by Rabbi Dr. Shalom and Mrs. Yehudit Halevy in honor of the miracles of HaKadosh Baruch Hu!
5:30pm - 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
We must give two gifts of food to at least one friend on Purim. This can easily be done on your own.
3. Matanot LaEvyonim - Gifts to the Poor
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 on Wednesday. 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.
6:30am - Shacharit with Torah reading (with Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim Temporary Location - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
6:30pm - Mincha with Torah reading (without Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim Temporary Location - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
Followed by Arvit and Megillah Reading (Schedule below)
NOTE: If you are interested in sponsoring break-the-fast refreshments at the Bet Knesset for $126, kindly respond to this email. Tizku L'Mitzvot!
Fast of Esther - Halachic Times
Fast Begins
5:44am dawn degrees or at: 5:45am 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: 7:25pm
Rabbi Moshe Feinstein One who finds fasting difficult may eat at: 7:28pm One who does not find fasting difficult should wait until the time for Motzaei Shabbat at: 7:35pm
Purim Schedule and Celebration!
Wednesday, March 16th
6:30am - Shacharit and Torah Reading
7:25pm - Megillah Reading Come in your holiday clothing (or costumes) and hear the Megillah read for the first time this year! We will begin promptly as many will be fasting!
8:00pm - Break-The-Fast Celebration (if you wish to sponsor this break-the-fast Purim celebration for $126, kindly reply to this email)
8:45pm - 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
Thursday, March 17th
6:30am - Shacharit
7:30am (approx.)- Regular Megillah Reading Please come early - we will read as soon as we reach the reading and not wait for the time above
8:00am - Purim Breakfast and Celebration This year's Purim Seudah is generously sponsored by Rabbi Dr. Shalom and Mrs. Yehudit Halevy in honor of the miracles of HaKadosh Baruch Hu!
5:30pm - 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
We must give two gifts of food to at least one friend on Purim. This can easily be done on your own.
3. Matanot LaEvyonim - Gifts to the Poor
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 on Wednesday. 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.
6:30am - Shacharit with Torah reading (with Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim Temporary Location - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
6:30pm - Mincha with Torah reading (without Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim Temporary Location - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
Followed by Arvit and Megillah Reading (Schedule below)
NOTE: If you are interested in sponsoring break-the-fast refreshments at the Bet Knesset for $126, kindly respond to this email. Tizku L'Mitzvot!
Fast of Esther - Halachic Times
Fast Begins
5:44am dawn degrees or at: 5:45am 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: 7:25pm
Rabbi Moshe Feinstein One who finds fasting difficult may eat at: 7:28pm One who does not find fasting difficult should wait until the time for Motzaei Shabbat at: 7:35pm
Purim Schedule and Celebration!
Wednesday, March 16th
7:25pm - Megillah Reading Come in your holiday clothing (or costumes) and hear the Megillah read for the first time this year! We will begin promptly as many will be fasting!
8:00pm - Break-The-Fast Celebration (if you wish to sponsor this break-the-fast Purim celebration for $126, kindly reply to this email)
8:45pm - 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
Thursday, March 17th
6:30am - Shacharit
7:30am (approx.)- Regular Megillah Reading Please come early - we will read as soon as we reach the reading and not wait for the time above
8:00am - Purim Breakfast and Celebration This year's Purim Seudah is generously sponsored by Rabbi Dr. Shalom and Mrs. Yehudit Halevy in honor of the miracles of HaKadosh Baruch Hu!
5:30pm - 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
We must give two gifts of food to at least one friend on Purim. This can easily be done on your own.
3. Matanot LaEvyonim - Gifts to the Poor
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 on Wednesday. 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.
We are looking for volunteers for a full day of Matzah baking on Sunday 3/27.
Please reply to this email if you will be able to be with us for the entire day - we are counting on you!
Want to make history again? Soft Matzah in San Diego!
Shalom!
After a two-year hiatus due to COVID - we are making history in San Diego once again! Soft Matzah is coming back to town!
The History Every year we reach the famous words in the "Korech" section of the Haggadah:
"In memory of the Temple according to Hillel. This is what Hillel would do when the Temple existed: He would wrap the Matzah and Marror and eat them together, in order to fulfill what is stated, (Exodus 12:15): "You should eat it upon Matzot and Marrorim."
How do you wrap a thin, crunchy cracker? You can't!
So how did Hillel do it? He ate soft Matzah, which is the original form of unleavened bread that our forefathers and mothers ate. The best part is that this Matzah is Kasher for Pesach for both Sepharadim and Ashkenazim!
The News We have once again secured a shipment of special Shemurah Matzah flour, and are setting up a Matzah bakery on Sunday, March 27th - and are asking you for help to make it happen!
A number of families have already joined us in donating $100 to the Matzah effort, and - aside from the tremendous Mitzvah of sponsoring this effort - will recieve fresh Matzot for their Seder!
Want To Join? We are reaching out to offer you this tremendous oppurtunity - do you want to sponsor $100 and make history?
Please let me know as soon as you can by responding to this email and/or clicking the link above!
Also, please respond to this email to let me know if you will be able to help us volunteer at the bakery on baking day!
Wishing you a holiday of true freedom - and soft Matzah! Rabbi Yonatan Y. Halevy
PS At this point in time, we will not be selling Matzah - it will be reserved for our sponsors only, and for use at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim. PPS If you have sponsored the Matzah effort and also wish to join in the baking process at our Matzah bakery, you are asked to please attend a mandatory seminarat Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim on Thursday night, March 24th at 7:00pm to study all the relevant laws and customs of this fascinating process.
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
A Story Of Rabbi Zusha and Rabbi Elimelech [2.5 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes resume this week
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
No Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements Mazal Tov to Elchanan and Leila!
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat.
If one has been infected with COVID-19 or has self-quarantined because of exposure to an individual infected or suspected to have been infected with COVID-19, we ask that you keep others in the Kehillah safe by being symptom-free and quarantining the correct amount of time before attending in-person meetings.We wish all our Kehillah members and their loved ones a Refuah Shelemah!
All members and regulars are invited to attend.
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with a special "Zachor" Torah reading! No Kiddush Lunch this week.
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue THIS week, b'ezrat Hashem, aside from Monday night Kollel and Tuesday's UK class.
Sunday class will be taking place as scheduled, b'ezrat Hashem.
You are invited to Monday evening's 8:30pm seminar on Hilchot Purim.
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
PURIM
Purim schedule will be sent out after Shabbat. Tentatively: We will have a Purim evening Megillah reading and celebration, as well as a morning Megillah reading and Seudah. We will not be having an afternoon party this year.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Shalom to our dearest friends and Shiviti members in the UK!
With gratitude to Hashem we are pleased to inform you that we are (finally) scheduled to visit later this month for the Shabbat of the 19th! We have wanted to do this since 2020 and finally are excited that it is coming to fruition!
We will be in the Hendon neighborhood of London from Friday until Monday, with a Melave Malka scheduled for Saturday night!
Please stay tuned for more information which will be sent out as soon as we have it!
We literally cannot wait to greet you in person!
Sending all our love and blessings, Rabbi Yonatan and Rabbanit Devorah
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!
A Story Of Rabbi Zusha and Rabbi Elimelech [2.5 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
Mazal Tov to Elchanan Halevy and Leila Farajzadeh on their Chumash party this week! May the continue learning Torah and making HaKadosh Baruch Hu proud, Amen!
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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
Want to make history again? Soft Matzah in San Diego!
Shalom!
After a two-year hiatus due to COVID - we are making history in San Diego once again! Soft Matzah is coming back to town!
The History Every year we reach the famous words in the "Korech" section of the Haggadah:
"In memory of the Temple according to Hillel. This is what Hillel would do when the Temple existed: He would wrap the Matzah and Marror and eat them together, in order to fulfill what is stated, (Exodus 12:15): "You should eat it upon Matzot and Marrorim."
How do you wrap a thin, crunchy cracker? You can't!
So how did Hillel do it? He ate soft Matzah, which is the original form of unleavened bread that our forefathers and mothers ate. The best part is that this Matzah is Kasher for Pesach for both Sepharadim and Ashkenazim!
The News We have once again secured a shipment of special Shemurah Matzah flour, and are setting up a Matzah bakery on Sunday, March 27th - and are asking you for help to make it happen!
A number of families have already joined us in donating $100 to the Matzah effort, and - aside from the tremendous Mitzvah of sponsoring this effort - will recieve fresh Matzot for their Seder!
Want To Join? We are reaching out to offer you this tremendous oppurtunity - do you want to sponsor $100 and make history?
Please let me know as soon as you can by responding to this email and/or clicking the link above!
Also, please respond to this email to let me know if you will be able to help us volunteer at the bakery on baking day!
Wishing you a holiday of true freedom - and soft Matzah! Rabbi Yonatan Y. Halevy
PS At this point in time, we will not be selling Matzah - it will be reserved for our sponsors only, and for use at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim. PPS If you have sponsored the Matzah effort and also wish to join in the baking process at our Matzah bakery, you are asked to please attend a mandatory seminarat Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim on Thursday night, March 24th at 7:00pm to study all the relevant laws and customs of this fascinating process.
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
Want to make history again? Soft Matzah in San Diego!
Shalom!
After a two-year hiatus due to COVID - we are making history in San Diego once again! Soft Matzah is coming back to town!
The History Every year we reach the famous words in the "Korech" section of the Haggadah:
"In memory of the Temple according to Hillel. This is what Hillel would do when the Temple existed: He would wrap the Matzah and Marror and eat them together, in order to fulfill what is stated, (Exodus 12:15): "You should eat it upon Matzot and Marrorim."
How do you wrap a thin, crunchy cracker? You can't!
So how did Hillel do it? He ate soft Matzah, which is the original form of unleavened bread that our forefathers and mothers ate. The best part is that this Matzah is Kasher for Pesach for both Sepharadim and Ashkenazim!
The News We have once again secured a shipment of special Shemurah Matzah flour, and are setting up a Matzah bakery on Sunday, April 27th - and are asking you for help to make it happen!
A number of families have already joined us in donating $100 to the Matzah effort, and - aside from the tremendous Mitzvah of sponsoring this effort - will recieve fresh Matzot for their Seder!
Want To Join? We are reaching out to offer you this tremendous oppurtunity - do you want to sponsor $100 and make history?
Please let me know as soon as you can by responding to this email and/or clicking the link above!
Also, please respond to this email to let me know if you will be able to help us volunteer at the bakery on baking day!
Wishing you a holiday of true freedom - and soft Matzah! Rabbi Yonatan Y. Halevy
PS At this point in time, we will not be selling Matzah - it will be reserved for our sponsors only, and for use at Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim. PPS If you have sponsored the Matzah effort and also wish to join in the baking process at our Matzah bakery, you are asked to please attend a mandatory seminarat Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim on Thursday night, March 24th at 7:00pm to study all the relevant laws and customs of this fascinating process.
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
6:30am - Shacharit with Torah reading (with Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim Temporary Location - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
6:30pm - Mincha with Torah reading (without Tefillin) At Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim Temporary Location - Open to Members and Regulars ONLY
Followed by Arvit and Megillah Reading (Schedule below)
NOTE: If you are interested in sponsoring break-the-fast refreshments at the Bet Knesset for $126, kindly respond to this email. Tizku L'Mitzvot!
Fast of Esther - Halachic Times
Fast Begins
5:44am dawn degrees or at: 5:45am 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: 7:25pm
Rabbi Moshe Feinstein One who finds fasting difficult may eat at: 7:28pm One who does not find fasting difficult should wait until the time for Motzaei Shabbat at: 7:35pm
Purim Schedule and Celebration!
Wednesday, March 16th
7:25pm - Megillah Reading Come in your holiday clothing (or costumes) and hear the Megillah read for the first time this year! We will begin promptly as many will be fasting!
8:00pm - Break-The-Fast Celebration (if you wish to sponsor this break-the-fast Purim celebration for $126, kindly reply to this email)
8:45pm - 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
Thursday, March 17th
6:30am - Shacharit
7:30am (approx.)- Regular Megillah Reading Please come early - we will read as soon as we reach the reading and not wait for the time above
8:00am - Purim Breakfast and Celebration This year's Purim Seudah is generously sponsored by Rabbi Dr. Shalom and Mrs. Yehudit Halevy in honor of the miracles of HaKadosh Baruch Hu!
5:30pm - 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
We must give two gifts of food to at least one friend on Purim. This can easily be done on your own.
3. Matanot LaEvyonim - Gifts to the Poor
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 on Wednesday. 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.
Tentatively: We will have a Purim evening Megillah reading and celebration, as well as a morning Megillah reading and Seudah. We will not be having an afternoon party this year.
In this newsletter:
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Rabbi and Rabbanit in London!3/8-21
Kashrut Series: Released to the public! VIDEO
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153 episodes
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
On Prayer and Proper Pronunciation [14 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes resume this week
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
No Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat.
If one has been infected with COVID-19 or has self-quarantined because of exposure to an individual infected or suspected to have been infected with COVID-19, we ask that you keep others in the Kehillah safe by being symptom-free and quarantining the correct amount of time before attending in-person meetings.We wish all our Kehillah members and their loved ones a Refuah Shelemah!
All members and regulars are invited to attend.
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with Torah reading! No Kiddush Lunch this week.
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue THIS week, b'ezrat Hashem, aside from Monday night Kollel and Tuesday's UK class.
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
PURIM
Purim schedule will be sent out after Shabbat. Tentatively: We will have a Purim evening Megillah reading and celebration, as well as a morning Megillah reading and Seudah. We will not be having an afternoon party this year.
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Rabbi and Rabbanit in London! 3/8-21
Shalom to our dearest friends and Shiviti members in the UK!
With gratitude to Hashem we are pleased to inform you that we are (finally) scheduled to visit later this month for the Shabbat of the 19th! We have wanted to do this since 2020 and finally are excited that it is coming to fruition!
We will be in the Hendon neighborhood of London from Friday until Monday, with a Melave Malka scheduled for Saturday night!
Please stay tuned for more information which will be sent out as soon as we have it!
We literally cannot wait to greet you in person!
Sending all our love and blessings, Rabbi Yonatan and Rabbanit Devorah
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!
On Prayer and Proper Pronunciation [14 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
We wish a joyous Mazal Tov to our dear friends and members, Oren and Chava Lee, on the birth of a baby daughter! Mazal Tov to the Lee and Forer families! On their behalf, we invite you to join for a Zeved HaBat (baby naming ceremony) during Shacharit on Thursday morning. Details in the flier above.
Your assistance with ensuring a Minyan would be greatly appreciated.
May they merit to raise her to Torah, Mitzvot, Chuppah, and Ma'asim Tovim, Amen!
With love and joy in our hearts, Rabbi Yonatan, Rabbanit Devorah and the entire Shiviti/Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim family
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
On Prayer and Proper Pronunciation [14 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes resume this week
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
No Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat.
If one has been infected with COVID-19 or has self-quarantined because of exposure to an individual infected or suspected to have been infected with COVID-19, we ask that you keep others in the Kehillah safe by being symptom-free and quarantining the correct amount of time before attending in-person meetings.We wish all our Kehillah members and their loved ones a Refuah Shelemah!
All members and regulars are invited to attend.
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah with a special Torah reading of Parashat Shekalim! No Kiddush Lunch this week.
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week!
CLASSES
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue THIS week, b'ezrat Hashem, aside from Monday night Kollel and Tuesday's UK class.
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153 episodes
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!
On Prayer and Proper Pronunciation [14 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
Daniel Schwartz z"l - Special Class In Honor Of HisFirst Azkarah (Yahrzeit) VIDEO
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153 episodes
New Series at The Habura! Final class this Monday!
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes resume this week
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
MEAT Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat! Please plan to join us!
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat.
If one has been infected with COVID-19 or has self-quarantined because of exposure to an individual infected or suspected to have been infected with COVID-19, we ask that you keep others in the Kehillah safe by being symptom-free and quarantining the correct amount of time before attending in-person meetings.We wish all our Kehillah members and their loved ones a Refuah Shelemah!
All members and regulars are invited to attend.
SAVIN/DAHBASH FAMILY
We offer our heartfelt condolences to Rachel, Baruch, Itai, Leeor and the entire Dahbash family.May they be comforted from Heaven, Amen.
Funeral and Shiva information has been sent out in a prior email.
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah followed by Kiddush Lunch (fish)! Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor.Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week - Jerry and Miriam Goldstein, Oren and Chava Lee, and Anonymous!
CLASSES
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue THIS week, b'ezrat Hashem, aside from Monday night Kollel and Tuesday's UK class.
In addition to our regular classes, I invite you to join me at The Habura, where I will be teaching one finalclass on the laws of Kashrut, this Monday.
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Daniel Schwartz z"l - Special Class In Honor Of HisFirst Azkarah (Yahrzeit) VIDEO
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!
New Series at The Habura! Final Class This Monday!
CONCLUDING THIS MONDAY!
(This Monday's class will begin at the scheduled time)
An all-new 8-part series covering the Fundamentals of Hilkhot Kashrut, every Monday.
As per The Habura’s request, high-definition class videos will be made available to the public on the Shiviti YouTube channel after the series concludes. Habura members can access the Zoom recordings via the member portal.
Join The Habura for this Members series via www.thehabura.com/join
On Prayer and Proper Pronunciation [14 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
Seudah Shelishit 5:15pm Bread and spreads will be provided for Seudah Shelishit!
Shabbat Ends: 6:15pm
Arvit
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! 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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
We regret to inform you of the passing of Shalom Dahbash z"l (Shalom ben Shemuel and Shadra) of blessed memory
beloved father of our dear friend and member Rachel Savin, may she live and be well.
We offer our heartfelt condolences to Rachel, Baruch, Itai, Leeor and the entire Dahbash family. .מן השמים ינוחמו May they be comforted from Heaven. בִּלַּע הַמָּוֶת לָנֶצַח וּמָחָה ה' אלוקים דִּמְעָה מֵעַל כָּל פָּנִים וְחֶרְפַּת עַמּוֹ יָסִיר מֵעַל כָּל הָאָרֶץ כִּי ה' דִּבֵּר He will swallow up death for ever; and Adonai Elohim will wipe away tears from off all faces; and the reproach of His people will He take away from off all the earth; for Adonai has spoken it.
Amen, Rabbi Yonatan and Rabbanit Devorah Halevy on behalf of the entire Shiviti/Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim family
Levayah and Shiva Information
Levayah (Funeral) Information Funeral will be held in Israel.
Shiva Information
Shiva will be observed in Israel.
Sheloshim information to follow.
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
Daniel Schwartz z"l - Special Class In Honor Of HisFirst Azkarah (Yahrzeit) VIDEO
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153 episodes
New Series at The Habura! 2 moreMondays continuing this week!
New Shulchan Aruch Playlist!VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes resume this week
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat! Please plan to join us!
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat.
If one has been infected with COVID-19 or has self-quarantined because of exposure to an individual infected or suspected to have been infected with COVID-19, we ask that you keep others in the Kehillah safe by being symptom-free and quarantining the correct amount of time before attending in-person meetings.We wish all our Kehillah members and their loved ones a Refuah Shelemah!
All members and regulars are invited to attend.
FARAJZADEH FAMILY
We offer our heartfelt condolences to Edward, Jamshid (James), Farshid, Edna (Wallace) and the entire Farajzadeh and Khorshidi families on the loss of their mother, Helen Khorshidi z"l. May they be comforted from Heaven, Amen.
Funeral and Shiva information has been sent out in a prior email.
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah followed by Kiddush Lunch (fish)! Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor.Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week - Gersham and Chavi Stein, and Baruch (Barry) and Rachel Savin!
CLASSES
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue THIS week, b'ezrat Hashem, aside from Monday night Kollel and Tuesday's UK class.
In addition to our regular classes, I invite you to join me at The Habura, where I will be teaching 2 more class on the laws of Kashrut, continuing this Monday. (This Monday's class will begin at the scheduled time)
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Daniel Schwartz z"l - Special Class In Honor Of HisFirst Azkarah (Yahrzeit) VIDEO
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!
New Series at The Habura! 2 More Mondays!
CONTINUING THIS MONDAY!
(This Monday's class will begin at the scheduled time)
An all-new 8-part series covering the Fundamentals of Hilkhot Kashrut, every Monday.
As per The Habura’s request, high-definition class videos will be made available to the public on the Shiviti YouTube channel after the series concludes. Habura members can access the Zoom recordings via the member portal.
Join The Habura for this Members series via www.thehabura.com/join
On Prayer and Proper Pronunciation [14 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
Seudah Shelishit 5:00pm Bread and spreads will be provided for Seudah Shelishit!
Shabbat Ends: 6:10pm
Arvit
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! 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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
We regret to inform you of the passing of Helen Khorshidi z"l (Rivkah bat Monir) of blessed memory
beloved mother of our dear friend and member Farshid Farajzadeh, may he live and be well.
We offer our heartfelt condolences to Edward, Jamshid (James), Farshid, Edna (Wallace) and the entire Farajzadeh and Khorshidi families. .מן השמים ינוחמו May they be comforted from Heaven. בִּלַּע הַמָּוֶת לָנֶצַח וּמָחָה ה' אלוקים דִּמְעָה מֵעַל כָּל פָּנִים וְחֶרְפַּת עַמּוֹ יָסִיר מֵעַל כָּל הָאָרֶץ כִּי ה' דִּבֵּר He will swallow up death for ever; and Adonai Elohim will wipe away tears from off all faces; and the reproach of His people will He take away from off all the earth; for Adonai has spoken it.
Amen, Rabbi Yonatan and Rabbanit Devorah Halevy on behalf of the entire Shiviti/Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim family
Levayah and Shiva Information
Levayah (Funeral) Information Funeral will be held tomorrow, Friday, at 11:00am at:
El Camino Memorial 5600 Carroll Canyon Rd San Diego, CA 92121
Shiva Information
Shiva will be observed on Sunday from 11:00am-3:00pm at Helen's home:
6260 Caminito Araya
Other Shiva times may be announced on Sunday.
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
We regret to inform you of the passing of Helen Khorshidi z"l (Rivkah bat Monir) of blessed memory
beloved mother of our dear friend and member Farshid Farajzadeh, may he live and be well.
We offer our heartfelt condolences to Edward, Jamshid (James), Farshid, Edna (Wallace) and the entire Farajzadeh and Khorshidi families. .מן השמים ינוחמו May they be comforted from Heaven. בִּלַּע הַמָּוֶת לָנֶצַח וּמָחָה ה' אלוקים דִּמְעָה מֵעַל כָּל פָּנִים וְחֶרְפַּת עַמּוֹ יָסִיר מֵעַל כָּל הָאָרֶץ כִּי ה' דִּבֵּר He will swallow up death for ever; and Adonai Elohim will wipe away tears from off all faces; and the reproach of His people will He take away from off all the earth; for Adonai has spoken it.
Amen, Rabbi Yonatan and Rabbanit Devorah Halevy on behalf of the entire Shiviti/Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim family
Levayah and Shiva Information
Levayah (Funeral) Information Funeral information to follow.
Shiva Information
Shiva information to follow.
Kehillat Shaar HaShamayim PO Box 221132 San Diego, CA 92192
Daniel Schwartz z"l - First Azkarah (Yahrzeit) This Wednesday
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153 episodes
New Series at The Habura! 3 moreMondays continuing this week! (This Monday's class will begin 1 hour before the scheduled time)
On Prayer and Proper Pronunciation [14 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Classes resume this week
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Kiddush Lunch THIS Shabbat! Please plan to join us!
Seudah Shelishit with Q&A!Please plan to join us!
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4) VIDEO
Shabbat Times and Schedule
Mazal Tov Announcements
Join our Google Classroom to participate in online classes All classes resume this week
Brief Update From The Rabbi
Shalom!
We will continue meeting in our temporary Bet Knesset location for Shabbat.
If one has been infected with COVID-19 or has self-quarantined because of exposure to an individual infected or suspected to have been infected with COVID-19, we ask that you keep others in the Kehillah safe by being symptom-free and quarantining the correct amount of time before attending in-person meetings.We wish all our Kehillah members and their loved ones a Refuah Shelemah!
All members and regulars are invited to attend.
SHABBAT SCHEDULE
Join us for Shabbat Tefillah followed by Kiddush Lunch (fish)! Kiddush Lunch is missing a sponsor.Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Join us for the Mincha followed by Seudah Shelishit. Seudah Shelishit is missing a sponsor. Kindly reply to this email to sponsor it.
Thank you to our generous sponsors from last week - Angel and Lucy Lopez!
CLASSES
B'ezrat Hashem, all of our regular classes are scheduled to continue THIS week, b'ezrat Hashem, aside from Monday night Kollel and Tuesday's UK class.
In addition to our regular classes, I invite you to join me at The Habura, where I will be teaching 3 more class on the laws of Kashrut, continuing this Monday. (This Monday's class will begin 1 hour before the scheduled time)
As part of our effort to rejuvenate the environment we have spent years creating in the Bet Midrash, all classes have returned to in-person learning as they were before COVID. Your assistance is kindly requested in order to revive the unique, in-person learning experience which we have all grown to know. Thank you for your full cooperation!
Wishing you and yours a Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Yonatan Halevy
Daniel Schwartz z"l - First Azkarah (Yahrzeit) This Wednesday
This Tuesday night and Wednesday, the 8th of Adar 1, is the first Azkarah (Yahrzeit) of our beloved Kehillah founder, Daniel Schwartz z"l.
Azkarah details will be announced at the Bet Knesset during Shabbat.
We ask that you learn and pray L'Iluy Nishmat
Yitzchak Daniel
ben Moshe Ze'ev z"l
and Batya Ilana (may she live and be well)
All Shiviti Kollel classes this week will be dedicated in his memory.
Shiviti Podcast Update! 153 episodes
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!
New Series at The Habura! 3 More Mondays!
CONTINUING THIS MONDAY!
(This Monday's class will begin 1 hour before the scheduled time)
An all-new 8-part series covering the Fundamentals of Hilkhot Kashrut, every Monday.
As per The Habura’s request, high-definition class videos will be made available to the public on the Shiviti YouTube channel after the series concludes. Habura members can access the Zoom recordings via the member portal.
Join The Habura for this Members series via www.thehabura.com/join
On Prayer and Proper Pronunciation [14 minutes] VIDEO
Shiviti Bet Midrash - IN PERSON Classes Have Resumed
Shiviti Bet Midrash - Updated Zoom Guidelines
Expanding Horizons: Law(lessness) and (Dis)order (Part 4)
In this week's class, we will continue dispelling the myth that the Rama’s Halachic stances are “more stringent” than those of Maran by gathering dozens of examples where the former deviates from Talmudic Law while the latter upholds it, with a special focus on the permissibility of Rabbanim receiving payment for their services.
This class is part of our newest series “Expanding Horizons: Refreshing Perspectives From Giants of Jewish Thought” at the Shiviti Bet Midrash UK!
Seudah Shelishit 4:45pm Bread and spreads will be provided for Seudah Shelishit!
Shabbat Ends: 6:04pm
Arvit
Mazal Tov Announcements
Mazal Tov! 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!
Zoom for Video Meetings!
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.
Join our Special Google Classroom!
If you are not part of one of our regular Google Classrooms and wish to join, I ask that you send an email as soon as possible 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.
Subscribe in just one minute!
A tremendous tool in bringing our Shiviti Bet Midrash on-line is our official Shiviti channel on YouTube.
Please take a moment and subscribe by following this link and CLICKING "subscribe"! www.youtube.com/c/shiviti
