Parashat Re’eh 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת רְאֵה 27 August 2022 / 30 Av 5782 https://youtu.be/qHI6FTs7s3M Parashat Re'eh is the 47th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 11:26-16:17; Numbers 28:9-15 Re’eh (“See”) details a series of laws in advance of the Israelites’ entrance into the Land of Israel. These include the obligation to destroy idolatry, laws of tithing and charity, dietary laws, holiday laws, and the prohibition of offering sacrifices outside of the place designated by God. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 15:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 2: 15:7-11 · 5 p’sukim · 3: 15:12-18 · 7 p’sukim · 4: 15:19-23 · 5 p’sukim · 5: 16:1-8 · 8 p’sukim · 6: 16:9-12 · 4 p’sukim · 7: 16:13-17 · 5 p’sukim · maf*: Numbers 28:9-15 · 7 p’sukim · *Shabbat Rosh Chodesh Haftarah*: Isaiah 66:1-24 · 24 p’sukim *Shabbat Rosh Chodesh Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 811 - 818 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 799 - 818) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 1014 - 1023 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 998 - 1023) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1076 - 1084 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 1061 – 1084) In this year’s Triennial cycle of Parashat Re’eh, we study the laws of debt remission. There are various circumstances when and Israelite would need financial help. For example, their crop harvest may be minimal, or they may not be able to find employment. The Torah tells us that we must (yes, must) provide assistance. One option is to give them a no-interest loan. These extra resources allows them to restore financial self-sufficiency. Hashem also mandates a time limit for them to pay back, which is the next Sh’mittah year. This is every seventh year and is known as the “year of release”. Even if that year is approaching soon, we are not to balk at the prospect of perhaps losing our loan because of the short time period. We are to be glad that we can provide charity and Hashem will reward us with increased prosperity. Consider the importance that Judaism places on helping people become prosperous. This ensures an orderly society in which people all contribute. It makes more better trust, higher standard of living and greater justice. Consider also that the word for “charity” in Hebrew is the same word for “justice”. By giving charity, we are creating justice. And we are doing the work of Hashem. Parashat Re'eh 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת רְאֵה 27 agosto 2022 / 30 Av 5782 https://youtu.be/qHI6FTs7s3M Parashat Re'eh es la porción semanal número 47 de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Deuteronomio 11:26-16:17; Números 28:9-15 Re'eh ("Ver") detalla una serie de leyes antes de la entrada de los israelitas a la Tierra de Israel. Estos incluyen la obligación de destruir la idolatría, las leyes del diezmo y la caridad, las leyes dietéticas, las leyes de vacaciones y la prohibición de ofrecer sacrificios fuera del lugar designado por Dios. [1] Trienal año 3 1: 15:1-6 · 6 p'sukim · 2: 15:7-11 · 5 p'sukim · 3: 15:12-18 · 7 p'sukim · 4: 15:19-23 · 5 p'sukim · 5: 16:1-8 · 8 p'sukim · 6: 16:9-12 · 4 p'sukim · 7: 16:13-17 · 5 p'sukim · maf*: Números 28:9-15 · 7 p’sukim · *Shabat Rosh Jodesh Haftará*: Isaías 66:1-24 · 24 p’sukim *Shabat Rosh Jodesh Comentario y Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Seminario Teológico Judío Soncino Chumash: págs. 811 - 818 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completo págs. 799 - 818) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 1014 - 1023 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 998 - 1023) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 1076 - 1084 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 1061 - 1084) En el ciclo trienal de Parashat Re'eh de este año, estudiamos las leyes de la remisión de la deuda. Hay varias circunstancias en las que un israelita necesitaría ayuda financiera. Por ejemplo, la cosecha de sus cultivos puede ser mínima o es posible que no puedan encontrar empleo. La Torá nos dice que debemos (sí, debemos) brindar asistencia. Una opción es darles un préstamo sin intereses. Estos recursos adicionales les permiten restaurar la autosuficiencia financiera. Hashem también exige un límite de tiempo para que paguen, que es el próximo año de Sh’mittah. Esto es cada siete años y se conoce como el "año de lanzamiento". Incluso si ese año se acerca pronto, no debemos resistirnos a la posibilidad de perder nuestro préstamo debido al corto período de tiempo. Debemos estar contentos de poder brindar caridad y Hashem nos recompensará con una mayor prosperidad. Considere la importancia que el judaísmo le da a ayudar a las personas a ser prósperas. Esto asegura una sociedad ordenada en la que todas las personas contribuyan. Hace más mejor confianza, mayor nivel de vida y mayor justicia. Considere también que la palabra para "caridad" en hebreo es la misma palabra para "justicia". Al dar caridad, estamos creando justicia. Y estamos haciendo el trabajo de Hashem.

-Announcements -Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Office Hours -This week's 10-Minute Torah -Adult Torah Study -Judaic Studies -This week's Upcoming Shabbat services & replay of last week's services -Hebrew School -Adult Hebrew Class -Rosh Hodesh Elul -Family Learning Day -Mi Sheberach List *Our Synagogue secretary, Bonnie Brown, has had back surgery and is recovering. Please be patient with us as we work to cover the synagogue office. Thank you for your consideration. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links to events are provided in their respective notices. Please note that only members associated with Temple Sholom of Ontario are receiving these links in this format ***We are updating our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any changes. Thank you. (Names are not published to respect people's privacy). ****We would like to start Saturday Morning Shabbat Shaharit services at 9:30am. This puts the starting time closer to Jewish Law. Please let us know your preference to changing or keeping the start time @ 10am. Thank you. Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting: 7:14pm on Friday, Aug 19 Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Elul occurs on Saturday, Aug 20 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Eikev Havdalah (50 min): 8:22pm on Saturday, Aug 20 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת עקב August 19 - כ״ב אב Candle lighting 7:14 Shabbat ends 8:11 72 minutes 8:44 Office Hours this week: Monday, August 15, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday, August 16, 2022 10:00am – 2:00pm Friday, August 19, 2022 10:00am - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday, August 22, 2022 9:00am - 2:00pm Friday, August 26, 2022 10:00am - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (August 20, 2022): "Parashat Ekev" 5782 https://youtu.be/lR3sVgWyfkE Parashat Eikev 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת עֵקֶב 20 August 2022 / 23 Av 5782 Parashat Eikev is the 46th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25 In Eikev (“As a Result”), Moses recounts events that happened in the desert, including the manna, the golden calf, and Aaron's death. Moses describes the blessings God will bestow upon the Israelites if they follow God’s law and the punishments they will encounter if they disobey. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 10:12-15 · 4 p’sukim · 2: 10:16-22 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 11:1-9 · 9 p’sukim · 4: 11:10-12 · 3 p’sukim · 5: 11:13-15 · 3 p’sukim · 6: 11:16-21 · 6 p’sukim · 7: 11:22-25 · 4 p’sukim · maf: 11:22-25 · 4 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 49:14-51:3 · 27 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 780 - 794 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 789 - 794) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 990 - 997 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 980 - 997) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1048 - 1054 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 1037 – 1054) Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, August 15 at 7:30 pm PT Parashat Eikev 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת עֵקֶב 20 August 2022 / 23 Av 5782 Parashat Eikev is the 46th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25 In Eikev (“As a Result”), Moses recounts events that happened in the desert, including the manna, the golden calf, and Aaron's death. Moses describes the blessings God will bestow upon the Israelites if they follow God’s law and the punishments they will encounter if they disobey. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 10:12-15 · 4 p’sukim · 2: 10:16-22 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 11:1-9 · 9 p’sukim · 4: 11:10-12 · 3 p’sukim · 5: 11:13-15 · 3 p’sukim · 6: 11:16-21 · 6 p’sukim · 7: 11:22-25 · 4 p’sukim · maf: 11:22-25 · 4 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 49:14-51:3 · 27 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 780 - 794 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 789 - 794) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 990 - 997 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 980 - 997) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1048 - 1054 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 1037 – 1054) Shabbos Mevorchim Chodesh Elul Saturday, August 20 Molad Elul: Sat, 16 minutes and 5 chalakim after 8:00 Any Shabbat that precedes and begins the week during which there will be a day or days of a new Hebrew month (Rosh Chodesh) is known as Shabbat Mevorchim (mevorchim means "they [the congregation] bless" [the forthcoming new month]. Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, August 18 @ 7:30pm Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. The current topic is Pirkei Avot. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, August 19, 2022 @ 8:00 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, August 20, 2022 @ 10:00 am ****We would like to start Saturday Morning Shabbat Shaharit services at 9:30am. This puts the starting time closer to Jewish Law. Please let us know your preference to changing or keeping the start time @ 10am. Thank you. *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Replay of this past Shabbat Services (August 12 & 13, 2022) 8-12-22 Erev Shabbat Vaetchanan https://youtu.be/b6bYAt-pfhk Sermon @ 50:15 On death and dying 8-13-2022 Shabbat V'Ethanan https://youtu.be/YKhB7gobxio D'var Torah @ 1:02:50 Check for links Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break at Temple Sholom of Ontario. We will continue in the fall hold classes virtually on Sundays starting at 10:00am PT. There will be two sessions, 40 minutes each, with a 10 minute break in between. Details will follow soon. The first session will focus on Hebrew reading and prayers. We will read from the week's Torah portion using a Chumash and an online site. Besides the main prayers used in our services, we will also learn Torah and Haftarah blessings. The second session will be a general learning session of that weekly sedrah/portion. We will also discuss notable Jewish personalities, from celebrities to prophets and kings. There will also be special topics such as gossip and evolution. Please let us know if you'd like to join us and of course if you have any questions. Adult Hebrew Reading Course Sunday, August 14 10:30 am – 11:30 am A new Hebrew Reading course from NJOP. Also, People have been asking for more practice in Hebrew Reading. We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well Rosh Chodesh Elul 2022 / רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ אֱלוּל 5782 Start of month of Elul on the Hebrew calendar 🌒 Rosh Chodesh Elul for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Friday, 26 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Sunday, 28 August 2022. Start of month of Elul on the Hebrew calendar. Elul (אֱלוּל) is the 6th month of the Hebrew year, has 29 days, and corresponds to August or September on the Gregorian calendar. רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ, transliterated Rosh Chodesh or Rosh Hodesh, is a minor holiday that occurs at the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar. It is marked by the birth of a new moon. Family Sunday School/Learning Day Sunday, August 28 @ 10am – 12pm Temple Sholom of Ontario is planning a fun, education day on August 28 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at our synagogue. The program will include classes and activities for children and their parents. Rabbi Stephen (me) will be doing a special program for children over 11 and their parents. Two Sunday School teachers will be offering programs for children ages four to eleven to learn prayers, Bible stories, art, and a time for constructive play with other children. At approximately 11:30 am everyone will join together to enjoy a bagel brunch. Please join us all for this special day. Any questions, contact me or Zoe Siegel at 909-985-7106. We are updating our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any changes. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. The hyperlink gives a descriptive title with the actual link embedded in that title. Anyone who is concerned about clicking a link or hyperlink can access any of these resources by going to my website, www.modernrabbistephen.com. You can find them in the "Blog" and "Videos" sections, as well as the "Instagram Links" by clicking on the various pictures.

https://youtu.be/lR3sVgWyfkE Parashat Eikev 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת עֵקֶב 20 August 2022 / 23 Av 5782 Parashat Eikev is the 46th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25 In Eikev (“As a Result”), Moses recounts events that happened in the desert, including the manna, the golden calf, and Aaron's death. Moses describes the blessings God will bestow upon the Israelites if they follow God’s law and the punishments they will encounter if they disobey. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 10:12-15 · 4 p’sukim · 2: 10:16-22 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 11:1-9 · 9 p’sukim · 4: 11:10-12 · 3 p’sukim · 5: 11:13-15 · 3 p’sukim · 6: 11:16-21 · 6 p’sukim · 7: 11:22-25 · 4 p’sukim · maf: 11:22-25 · 4 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 49:14-51:3 · 27 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 780 - 794 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 789 - 794) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 990 - 997 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 980 - 997) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1048 - 1054 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 1037 – 1054) Moshe Rabbeinu continues to review the past 39 years of wandering in the wilderness with this new generation of Israelites who will conquer and settle the promised land. We now have the second paragraph of the Shema, Deuteronomy 11:13-20. While the text is very similar to the first paragraph of the Shema, what we call the V’Ahavtah, there is one difference. The commandments to not serve other gods, and to bind “these words” on your arms and heads are all in the plural. This is in contrast to the V’Ahavtah which is all in the singular. The repetition of these commands to make them individual and group actions is to emphasize that not only is this an individual responsibility, but a collective one as well. We all need to look out for one another and are therefore responsible for each other. This is not just in performing mitzvot but loving your fellow as yourself. Most of Judaism liturgy today can be prayed by individuals praying alone. Scattered throughout our prayer services are the sanctifications (Kiddushim) and repetition of the Amidah that requires a quorum of ten adults or minyan. Parashat Eikev 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת עֵקֶב 20 agosto 2022 / 23 Av 5782 Parashat Eikev es la porción semanal número 46 de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Deuteronomio 7:12-11:25 En Eikev (“Como resultado”), Moisés relata eventos que sucedieron en el desierto, incluyendo el maná, el becerro de oro y la muerte de Aarón. Moisés describe las bendiciones que Dios otorgará a los israelitas si siguen la ley de Dios y los castigos que enfrentarán si la desobedecen. [1] Trienal año 3 1: 10:12-15 · 4 p'sukim · 2: 10:16-22 · 7 p'sukim · 3: 11:1-9 · 9 p'sukim · 4: 11:10-12 · 3 p'sukim · 5: 11:13-15 · 3 p'sukim · 6: 11:16-21 · 6 p'sukim · 7: 11:22-25 · 4 p'sukim · maf: 11:22-25 · 4 p'sukim · Haftará: Isaías 49:14-51:3 · 27 p’sukim Comentario y Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Seminario Teológico Judío Soncino Chumash: págs. 780 - 794 Año Trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 789 - 794) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 990 - 997 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 980 - 997) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 1048 - 1054 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 1037 - 1054) Moshe Rabbeinu continúa repasando los últimos 39 años de vagar por el desierto con esta nueva generación de israelitas que conquistarán y colonizarán la tierra prometida. Ahora tenemos el segundo párrafo del Shemá, Deuteronomio 11:13-20. Si bien el texto es muy similar al primer párrafo del Shema, lo que llamamos V'Ahavtah, hay una diferencia. Los mandamientos de no servir a otros dioses y de atar “estas palabras” en sus brazos y cabezas están todos en plural. Esto está en contraste con el V'Ahavtah que está todo en singular. La repetición de estos mandatos para convertirlos en acciones individuales y grupales es para enfatizar que no solo es una responsabilidad individual, sino también colectiva. Todos debemos cuidarnos unos a otros y, por lo tanto, somos responsables unos de otros. No se trata solo de cumplir las mitzvot, sino de amar a tu prójimo como a ti mismo. La mayor parte de la liturgia del judaísmo actual puede ser rezada por individuos que oran solos. Dispersos a lo largo de nuestros servicios de oración están las santificaciones (Kiddushim) y la repetición de la Amidá que requiere un quórum de diez adultos o minyan.

-Announcements -Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Office Hours -This week's 10-Minute Torah -Adult Torah Study -Judaic Studies -This week's Upcoming Shabbat services & replay of last week's services -Hebrew School -Adult Hebrew Class -Miller Course -Tu B'Av -Family Learning Day -Mi Sheberach List *Our Synagogue secretary, Bonnie Brown, has had back surgery and is recovering. Please be patient with us as we work to cover the synagogue office. Thank you for your consideration. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links to events are provided in their respective notices. Please note that only members associated with Temple Sholom of Ontario are receiving these links in this format ***We are updating our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any changes. Thank you. (Names are not published to respect people's privacy). Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Tu B'Av occurs on Friday, Aug 12 Candle lighting: 7:22pm on Friday, Aug 12 Shabbat Nachamu occurs on Saturday, Aug 13 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Vaetchanan Havdalah (50 min): 8:30pm on Saturday, Aug 13 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת ואתחנן August 12 - ט״ו אב Candle lighting 7:22 Shabbat ends 8:20 72 minutes 8:52 Office Hours this week: Monday, August 8, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Thursday, August 11, 2022 1:30pm - 7:30pm (Thursday Night Board Mtg @ 7:30pm) Friday, July 29, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday, August 15, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday, August 16, 2022 10:00am – 2:00pm Friday August 5, 2022 10:00am - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (August 6, 2022): "Parashat Devarim" 5782 https://youtu.be/BdGSzKan7O0 Parashat Vaetchanan 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת וָאֶתְחַנַּן 13 August 2022 / 16 Av 5782 Parashat Vaetchanan is the 45th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, August 8 at 7:30 pm PT Parashat Vaetchanan 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת וָאֶתְחַנַּן 13 August 2022 / 16 Av 5782 Parashat Vaetchanan is the 45th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 3:23-7:11 https://tikkun.io/#/r/5-5-1 Vaetchanan (“I Pleaded”) opens as Moses describes his pleading with God to be allowed into the Land of Israel. Moses warns the Israelites not to pursue idolatry and recounts the giving of the Ten Commandments. The portion also contains the Shema, a declaration of faith and a central text in Jewish prayer. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 5:1-18 · 18 p’sukim · 2: 5:19-24 · 6 p’sukim · 3: 5:25-6:3 · 12 p’sukim · 4: 6:4-9 · 6 p’sukim · 5: 6:10-19 · 10 p’sukim · 6: 6:20-25 · 6 p’sukim · 7: 7:1-11 · 11 p’sukim · maf: 7:9-11 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah*: Isaiah 40:1-26 · 26 p’sukim *Shabbat Nachamu Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 765 - 776 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 755 - 776) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 968 - 979 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 958 - 979) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1015 - 1031 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 1005 - 1031) Shabbat Nachamu 2022 / שַׁבָּת נַחֲמוּ 5782 Shabbat after Tish’a B’Av (Shabbat of Consolation) 🕍 Shabbat Nachamu for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Friday, 12 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 13 August 2022. This corresponds to Parashat Vaetchanan. Shabbat Nachamu ("Sabbath of comfort/ing) takes its name from the haftarah from Isaiah in the Book of Isaiah 40:1-26 that speaks of "comforting" the Jewish people for their suffering. It the first of seven haftarahs of consolation leading up to the holiday of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, August 18 @ 7:30pm (Judaic Studies preempted by Board meeting, August 11) Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. The current topic is Pirkei Avot. Tu B’Av 2022 / טוּ בְּאָב 5782 Minor Jewish holiday of love ❤️ Tu B'Av for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Thursday, 11 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Friday, 12 August 2022. Tu B’Av (Hebrew: ט״ו באב, the fifteenth of the month Av) is a minor Jewish holiday. In modern-day Israel, it is celebrated as a holiday of love (חג האהבה Ḥag HaAhava). It has been said to be an auspicious day for weddings. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, August 12, 2022 @ 8:00 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, August 13, 2022 @ 9:30 am Note new time for Shacharit/Morning services! *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Replay of this past Shabbat Services (August 5 & 6, 2022) 8-5-2022 Erev Shabbat Devarim https://youtu.be/qEIGI0qnTQs Sermon @ 45:45 "What does it mean to be Jewish?" 8-6-2022 Shabbat Devarim https://youtu.be/xTIy6zsG4ZA D'var Torah @ 1:08:43 8-7-22 Tisha B'Av service https://youtu.be/3RNCmeSNVnI Check for links Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break at Temple Sholom of Ontario. We will continue in the fall hold classes virtually on Sundays starting at 10:00am PT. There will be two sessions, 40 minutes each, with a 10 minute break in between. Details will follow soon. The first session will focus on Hebrew reading and prayers. We will read from the week's Torah portion using a Chumash and an online site. Besides the main prayers used in our services, we will also learn Torah and Haftarah blessings. The second session will be a general learning session of that weekly sedrah/portion. We will also discuss notable Jewish personalities, from celebrities to prophets and kings. There will also be special topics such as gossip and evolution. Please let us know if you'd like to join us and of course if you have any questions. Adult Hebrew Reading Course Sunday, August 14 10:30 am – 11:30 am A new Hebrew Reading course from NJOP. Also, People have been asking for more practice in Hebrew Reading. We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well Temple Sholom of Ontario is proud to announce we are once again offering: Next session: Sunday August 14, 2022 @ 11:45am PT Fourteenth Module: Kids Fifteenth Module: Grief This is the last class of this course. Miller Intro to Judaism Program If you're thinking of converting to Judaism: Completion of the Intro Program fulfills the learning requirements for conversion of the Rabbinical Assembly of America. Once you finish the course requirements and secure a sponsoring rabbi, you are eligible to become officially part of the Jewish People. If you're already Jewish: Whether you were born Jewish but never quite learned what it’s all about, you’re back after a long hiatus, or you’re just looking for a deeper understanding of your heritage, most of us could use a bit of a refresher. Jews from all walks of life enroll in the program: from people who had a Jewish day school education to those whose strongest connection was the annual box of matza on the kitchen counter. More details to follow. Please let us know if you're interested. Application is attached below or reply with request for more information Tu B’Av 2022 / טוּ בְּאָב 5782 Minor Jewish holiday of love ❤️ Tu B'Av for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Thursday, 11 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Friday, 12 August 2022. Tu B’Av (Hebrew: ט״ו באב, the fifteenth of the month Av) is a minor Jewish holiday. In modern-day Israel, it is celebrated as a holiday of love (חג האהבה Ḥag HaAhava). It has been said to be an auspicious day for weddings. Family Sunday School/Learning Day Sunday, August 28 @ 10am – 12pm Temple Sholom of Ontario is planning a fun, education day on July 24 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at our synagogue. The program will include classes and activities for children and their parents. Rabbi Stephen (me) will be doing a special program for children over 11 and their parents. Two Sunday School teachers will be offering programs for children ages four to eleven to learn prayers, Bible stories, art, and a time for constructive play with other children. At approximately 11:30 am everyone will join together to enjoy a bagel brunch. Please join us all for this special day. Any questions, contact me or Zoe Siegel at 909-985-7106. We are updating our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any changes. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. The hyperlink gives a descriptive title with the actual link embedded in that title. Anyone who is concerned about clicking a link or hyperlink can access any of these resources by going to my website, www.modernrabbistephen.com. You can find them in the "Blog" and "Videos" sections, as well as the "Instagram Links" by clicking on the various pictures.

-Announcements -Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Office Hours -This week's 10-Minute Torah -Adult Torah Study -Judaic Studies -This week's Upcoming Shabbat services & replay of last week's services -Hebrew School -Adult Hebrew Class -Miller Course -Tisha B'Av -Mi Sheberach List *Our Synagogue secretary, Bonnie Brown, has had back surgery and is recovering. Please be patient with us as we work to cover the synagogue office. Thank you for your consideration. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links to events are provided in their respective notices. Please note that only members associated with Temple Sholom of Ontario are receiving these links in this format ***We are updating our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any changes. Thank you. (Names are not published to respect people's privacy). Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting: 7:29pm on Friday, Aug 5 Shabbat Chazon occurs on Saturday, Aug 6 Fast begins: 7:47pm on Saturday, Aug 6 Erev Tish'a B'Av occurs on Saturday, Aug 6 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Devarim Havdalah (50 min): 8:37pm on Saturday, Aug 6 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת דברים August 5 - ח׳ אב Candle lighting 7:29 Shabbat ends 8:28 72 minutes 8:59 Office Hours this week: Monday August 1, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Friday August 5, 2022 10:00am - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday August 8, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Thursday August 11, 2022 1:30pm - 7:30pm (Thursday Night Board Mtg @ 7:30pm) Friday July 29, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (August 6, 2022): "Parashat Devarim" 5782 https://youtu.be/BdGSzKan7O0 Parashat Devarim 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת דְּבָרִים 6 August 2022 / 9 Av 5782 Parashat Devarim is the 44th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, August 1 at 7:30 pm PT Parashat Devarim 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת דְּבָרִים 6 August 2022 / 9 Av 5782 Parashat Devarim is the 44th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22 https://tikkun.io/#/r/5-2-31 Devarim (“Words”) is the first Torah portion in the Book of Deuteronomy, the final book of the Torah. In it, Moses recounts events from the Israelites’ travels in the desert, like the appointment of judges, the sin of the spies, and the wars with the Emorite kings Sihon and Og. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 2:31-34 · 4 p’sukim · 2: 2:35-37 · 3 p’sukim · 3: 3:1-3 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 3:4-7 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 3:8-11 · 4 p’sukim · 6: 3:12-14 · 3 p’sukim · 7: 3:15-22 · 8 p’sukim · maf: 3:20-22 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 1:1-27 · 27 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 746 - 749 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 735 - 749) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 952 - 957 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 938 - 957) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 994 - 998 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 980 - 998) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, July 28 @ 7:30pm Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. The current topic is Pirkei Avot. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 29, 2022 @ 8:00 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 30, 2022 @ 9:30 am Note new time for Shacharit/Morning services! *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Replay of this past Shabbat Services (July 22 & 23, 2022) 7-29 22 Erev Shabbat Pinchas Sermon @ 7-30-22 Shabbat Shacharit D'var Torah @ Please check back for links Shabbat Chazon 2022 / שַׁבָּת חֲזוֹן 5782 Shabbat before Tish’a B’Av (Shabbat of Prophecy/Shabbat of Vision) 🕍 Shabbat Chazon for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Friday, 5 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 6 August 2022. This corresponds to Parashat Devarim. Shabbat Chazon ("Sabbath [of] vision" שבת חזון) takes its name from the Haftarah that is read on the Shabbat immediately prior to the mournful fast of Tisha B’Av, from the words of rebuke and doom coming from Isaiah in the Book of Isaiah 1:1-27. It is also referred to as the Black Sabbath due to its status as the saddest Shabbat of the year (as opposed to the White Sabbath, Shabbat Shuvah, immediately precededing Yom Kippur). Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break at Temple Sholom of Ontario. We will continue in the fall hold classes virtually on Sundays starting at 10:00am PT. There will be two sessions, 40 minutes each, with a 10 minute break in between. Details will follow soon. The first session will focus on Hebrew reading and prayers. We will read from the week's Torah portion using a Chumash and an online site. Besides the main prayers used in our services, we will also learn Torah and Haftarah blessings. The second session will be a general learning session of that weekly sedrah/portion. We will also discuss notable Jewish personalities, from celebrities to prophets and kings. There will also be special topics such as gossip and evolution. Please let us know if you'd like to join us and of course if you have any questions. Adult Hebrew Reading Course Sunday, July 31 10:30 am – 11:30 am A new Hebrew Reading course from NJOP. Also, People have been asking for more practice in Hebrew Reading. We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well Temple Sholom of Ontario is proud to announce we are once again offering: Next session: Sunday August 14, 2022 @ 11:45am PT (Next week’s class preempted for Tisha B’Av) Fourteenth Module: Kids Fifteenth Module: Grief This is the last class of this course. Miller Intro to Judaism Program **Due to increased interest, we are starting a new course that will be finished by Rosh Hashanah. The second session will begin immediately following the first. If you are interested in joining, please let us know. If you're thinking of converting to Judaism: Completion of the Intro Program fulfills the learning requirements for conversion of the Rabbinical Assembly of America. Once you finish the course requirements and secure a sponsoring rabbi, you are eligible to become officially part of the Jewish People. If you're already Jewish: Whether you were born Jewish but never quite learned what it’s all about, you’re back after a long hiatus, or you’re just looking for a deeper understanding of your heritage, most of us could use a bit of a refresher. Jews from all walks of life enroll in the program: from people who had a Jewish day school education to those whose strongest connection was the annual box of matza on the kitchen counter. More details to follow. Please let us know if you're interested. Application is attached below or reply with request for more information Tish’a B’Av 2022 / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב 5782 The Ninth of Av ✡️ Tish'a B'Av for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Saturday, 6 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Sunday, 7 August 2022. Tisha B’Av (Hebrew: תשעה באב or ט׳ באב, "the Ninth of Av,") is an annual fast day in Judaism, named for the ninth day (Tisha) of the month of Av in the Hebrew calendar. The fast commemorates the destruction of both the First Temple and Second Temple in Jerusalem, which occurred about 655 years apart, but on the same Hebrew calendar date. Tisha B’Av is never observed on Shabbat. If the 9th of Av falls on a Saturday, the fast is postponed until the 10th of Av. Tish’a B’Av / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב Join us for Services @ 10:00am on Sunday, 7 August 2022 / 10 Av 5782 Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 4:25-40 1: Deuteronomy 4:25-29 · 5 p’sukim · 2: Deuteronomy 4:30-35 · 6 p’sukim · 3: Deuteronomy 4:36-40 · 5 p’sukim · Haftarah: Jeremiah 8:13-9:23 · 34 p’sukim We are updating our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any changes. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. The hyperlink gives a descriptive title with the actual link embedded in that title. Anyone who is concerned about clicking a link or hyperlink can access any of these resources by going to my website, www.modernrabbistephen.com. You can find them in the "Blog" and "Videos" sections, as well as the "Instagram Links" by clicking on the various pictures.

https://youtu.be/BdGSzKan7O0 Parashat Devarim 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת דְּבָרִים 6 August 2022 / 9 Av 5782 Parashat Devarim is the 44th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22 https://tikkun.io/#/r/5-2-31 Devarim (“Words”) is the first Torah portion in the Book of Deuteronomy, the final book of the Torah. In it, Moses recounts events from the Israelites’ travels in the desert, like the appointment of judges, the sin of the spies, and the wars with the Emorite kings Sihon and Og. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 2:31-34 · 4 p’sukim · 2: 2:35-37 · 3 p’sukim · 3: 3:1-3 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 3:4-7 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 3:8-11 · 4 p’sukim · 6: 3:12-14 · 3 p’sukim · 7: 3:15-22 · 8 p’sukim · maf: 3:20-22 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 1:1-27 · 27 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 746 - 749 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 735 - 749) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 952 - 957 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 938 - 957) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 994 - 998 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 980 - 998) As Deuteronomy opens, Moshe Rabbeinu is now addressing the legions that will go out and take the Promised Land. Throughout the course of Deuteronomy, Moses will address the new generation with three discourses. Also through the course of Deuteronomy, Moses will discuss about one hundred laws, seventy of which are new. These are laws that the Israelites will need as they settle into their new home. Moses opens up with a review of the some of the tragedies of the last generation. He discusses the affair of the spies who came back for their mission with a very dire perspective. This meant that they could not fight the battles for the new land and win. But Moses then recounts the victories that this generation have had. They have valiantly and with their relationship with Hashem, were victorious over their enemies. Consider that Moses, like a sports coach, is inspiring the troops by acknowledging their past victories and motivating them to keep going. Parashat Devarim 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת דְּבָרִים 6 agosto 2022 / 9 Av 5782 Parashat Devarim es la porción semanal número 44 de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Deuteronomio 1:1-3:22 https://tikkun.io/#/r/5-2-31 Devarim ("Palabras") es la primera porción de la Torá en el Libro de Deuteronomio, el último libro de la Torá. En él, Moisés relata acontecimientos de los viajes de los israelitas por el desierto, como el nombramiento de jueces, el pecado de los espías y las guerras con los reyes emoritas Sehón y Og. [1] Trienal año 3 1: 2:31-34 · 4 p'sukim · 2: 2:35-37 · 3 p'sukim · 3: 3:1-3 · 3 p'sukim · 4: 3:4-7 · 4 p'sukim · 5: 3:8-11 · 4 p'sukim · 6: 3:12-14 · 3 p'sukim · 7: 3:15-22 · 8 p'sukim · maf: 3:20-22 · 3 p'sukim · Haftará: Isaías 1:1-27 · 27 p'sukim Comentario y Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Seminario Teológico Judío Soncino Chumash: págs. 746 - 749 Año Trienal 3 (Kriyah completo págs. 735 - 749) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 952 - 957 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 938 - 957) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 994 - 998 Año Trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 980 - 998) Cuando comienza Deuteronomio, Moshe Rabbeinu ahora se dirige a las legiones que saldrán y tomarán la Tierra Prometida. A lo largo del curso de Deuteronomio, Moisés se dirigirá a la nueva generación con tres discursos. También a lo largo de Deuteronomio, Moisés discutirá unas cien leyes, setenta de las cuales son nuevas. Estas son leyes que los israelitas necesitarán cuando se establezcan en su nuevo hogar. Moisés comienza con una revisión de algunas de las tragedias de la última generación. Habla del asunto de los espías que regresaron para su misión con una perspectiva muy nefasta. Esto significaba que no podían pelear las batallas por la nueva tierra y ganar. Pero Moisés luego relata las victorias que ha tenido esta generación. Ellos valientemente y con su relación con Hashem, fueron victoriosos sobre sus enemigos. Considere que Moisés, como un entrenador deportivo, está inspirando a las tropas reconociendo sus victorias pasadas y motivándolos a seguir adelante. Shabbat Chazon 2022 / שַׁבָּת חֲזוֹן 5782 Shabbat before Tish’a B’Av (Shabbat of Prophecy/Shabbat of Vision) 🕍 Shabbat Chazon for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Friday, 5 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 6 August 2022. This corresponds to Parashat Devarim. Shabbat Chazon ("Sabbath [of] vision" שבת חזון) takes its name from the Haftarah that is read on the Shabbat immediately prior to the mournful fast of Tisha B’Av, from the words of rebuke and doom coming from Isaiah in the Book of Isaiah 1:1-27. It is also referred to as the Black Sabbath due to its status as the saddest Shabbat of the year (as opposed to the White Sabbath, Shabbat Shuvah, immediately precededing Yom Kippur). Shabat Jazon 2022 / שַׁבָּת חֲזוֹן 5782 Shabat antes de Tish’a B’Av (Shabat de Profecía/Shabat de Visión) 🕍 Shabat Chazon para el año hebreo 5782 comienza al atardecer del viernes 5 de agosto de 2022 y termina al anochecer del sábado 6 de agosto de 2022. Esto corresponde a Parashat Devarim. Shabbat Chazon ("Shabat [de] visión" שבת חזון) toma su nombre de la Haftarah que se lee en el Shabat inmediatamente antes del ayuno lúgubre de Tisha B'Av, de las palabras de reprensión y condenación provenientes de Isaías en el Libro. de Isaías 1:1-27. También se le conoce como el Sábado Negro debido a su estatus como el Shabat más triste del año (a diferencia del Sábado Blanco, Shabat Shuvah, que precede inmediatamente a Yom Kippur).

-Announcements -Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Office Hours -This week's 10-Minute Torah -Adult Torah Study -Judaic Studies -This week's Upcoming Shabbat services & replay of last week's services -Hebrew School -Miller Course -Tisha B'Av -Adult Hebrew Reading Course -Mi Sheberach List *Our Synagogue secretary, Bonnie Brown, has had back surgery and is recovering. Please be patient with us as we work to cover the synagogue office. Thank you for your consideration. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links to events are provided in their respective notices. Please note that only members associated with Temple Sholom of Ontario are receiving these links in this format ***We are updating our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any changes. Thank you. (Names are not published to respect people's privacy). Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Rosh Chodesh Av occurs on Friday, Jul 29 Candle lighting: 7:35pm on Friday, Jul 29 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Matot-Masei Havdalah (50 min): 8:43pm on Saturday, Jul 30 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת מטות-מסעי July 29 - א׳ אב Candle lighting 7:35 Shabbat ends 8:35 72 minutes 9:06 Office Hours this week: Monday July 25, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday July 26, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday July 29, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday August 1, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday August 2, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday August 5, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (July 30, 2022): "Parashat Mattot-Masei" 5782 https://youtu.be/jXH14NzeZxY Parashat Matot-Masei 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת מַּטּוֹת־מַסְעֵי 30 July 2022 / 2 Av 5782 (Diaspora) Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 26 at 7:30 pm PT Parashat Pinchas 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת פִּינְחָס 23 July 2022 / 24 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Matot-Masei is the 42nd and 43rd weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 30:2-36:13 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-30-2 Matot (“Tribes”) opens with laws about vows, and continues to describe the Israelites’ war against the Midianites and the allocation of spoils. The tribes of Reuben and Gad request to dwell outside of the Land of Israel, and Moses acquiesces on the condition that they help conquer it. Masei (“Travels”), the final Torah portion in the Book of Numbers, opens with a list of places that the Israelites traveled in the desert. God commands the Israelites to destroy idolatry in the Land of Israel, outlines Israel’s boundaries, and details the laws of cities of refuge for accidental killers. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 33:50-34:15 · 22 p’sukim · 2: 34:16-29 · 14 p’sukim · 3: 35:1-8 · 8 p’sukim · 4: 35:9-15 · 7 p’sukim · 5: 35:16-29 · 14 p’sukim · 6: 35:30-34 · 5 p’sukim · 7: 36:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · maf: 36:10-13 · 4 p’sukim · Haftarah: Jeremiah 2:4-28, 3:4 · 26 p’sukim Alternate Haftarah: I Kings 9:2-9, 9:4-5a · 10 p’sukim Soncino Chumash: pp. 716 - 724 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 702 - 724) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 921 - 935 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 900 - 935) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 957 - 967 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 941 - 967) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, July 28 @ 7:30pm Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. The current topic is Pirkei Avot. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 29, 2022 @ 8:00 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 30, 2022 @ 10:00 am *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Replay of this past Shabbat Services (July 22 & 23, 2022) 7-22 22 Musical Erev Shabbat Pinchas https://youtu.be/uhYK8UjLGOE Sermon @ 52:05 "Fairness in Judaism 7-23-22 Shabbat Pinchas - Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Av https://youtu.be/3jbPyMtwKlk D'var Torah @ 1:12:37 Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break at Temple Sholom of Ontario. We will continue in the fall hold classes virtually on Sundays starting at 10:00am PT. There will be two sessions, 40 minutes each, with a 10 minute break in between. Details will follow soon. The first session will focus on Hebrew reading and prayers. We will read from the week's Torah portion using a Chumash and an online site. Besides the main prayers used in our services, we will also learn Torah and Haftarah blessings. The second session will be a general learning session of that weekly sedrah/portion. We will also discuss notable Jewish personalities, from celebrities to prophets and kings. There will also be special topics such as gossip and evolution. Please let us know if you'd like to join us and of course if you have any questions. Adult Hebrew Reading Course Sunday, July 24 10:30 am – 11:30 am A new Hebrew Reading course from NJOP. Also, People have been asking for more practice in Hebrew Reading. We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well Temple Sholom of Ontario is proud to announce we are once again offering: Next session: Sunday July 31, 2022 @ 11:45am PT Twelth Module: Middle Ages Thirteenth Module: Love Miller Intro to Judaism Program **Due to increased interest, we are starting a new course that will be finished by Rosh Hashanah. The second session will begin immediately following the first. If you are interested in joining, please let us know. If you're thinking of converting to Judaism: Completion of the Intro Program fulfills the learning requirements for conversion of the Rabbinical Assembly of America. Once you finish the course requirements and secure a sponsoring rabbi, you are eligible to become officially part of the Jewish People. If you're already Jewish: Whether you were born Jewish but never quite learned what it’s all about, you’re back after a long hiatus, or you’re just looking for a deeper understanding of your heritage, most of us could use a bit of a refresher. Jews from all walks of life enroll in the program: from people who had a Jewish day school education to those whose strongest connection was the annual box of matza on the kitchen counter. More details to follow. Please let us know if you're interested. Application is attached below or reply with request for more information Tish’a B’Av 2022 / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב 5782 The Ninth of Av ✡️ Tish'a B'Av for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Saturday, 6 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Sunday, 7 August 2022. Tisha B’Av (Hebrew: תשעה באב or ט׳ באב, "the Ninth of Av,") is an annual fast day in Judaism, named for the ninth day (Tisha) of the month of Av in the Hebrew calendar. The fast commemorates the destruction of both the First Temple and Second Temple in Jerusalem, which occurred about 655 years apart, but on the same Hebrew calendar date. Tisha B’Av is never observed on Shabbat. If the 9th of Av falls on a Saturday, the fast is postponed until the 10th of Av. Tish’a B’Av / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב Join us for Services @ 10:00am on Sunday, 7 August 2022 / 10 Av 5782 Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 4:25-40 1: Deuteronomy 4:25-29 · 5 p’sukim · 2: Deuteronomy 4:30-35 · 6 p’sukim · 3: Deuteronomy 4:36-40 · 5 p’sukim · Haftarah: Jeremiah 8:13-9:23 · 34 p’sukim We are updating our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any changes. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. The hyperlink gives a descriptive title with the actual link embedded in that title. Anyone who is concerned about clicking a link or hyperlink can access any of these resources by going to my website, www.modernrabbistephen.com. You can find them in the "Blog" and "Videos" sections, as well as the "Instagram Links" by clicking on the various pictures.

https://youtu.be/jXH14NzeZxY Parashat Matot-Masei 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת מַּטּוֹת־מַסְעֵי 30 July 2022 / 2 Av 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Matot-Masei is the 42nd and 43rd weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 30:2-36:13 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-30-2 Matot (“Tribes”) opens with laws about vows, and continues to describe the Israelites’ war against the Midianites and the allocation of spoils. The tribes of Reuben and Gad request to dwell outside of the Land of Israel, and Moses acquiesces on the condition that they help conquer it. Masei (“Travels”), the final Torah portion in the Book of Numbers, opens with a list of places that the Israelites traveled in the desert. God commands the Israelites to destroy idolatry in the Land of Israel, outlines Israel’s boundaries, and details the laws of cities of refuge for accidental killers. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 33:50-34:15 · 22 p’sukim · 2: 34:16-29 · 14 p’sukim · 3: 35:1-8 · 8 p’sukim · 4: 35:9-15 · 7 p’sukim · 5: 35:16-29 · 14 p’sukim · 6: 35:30-34 · 5 p’sukim · 7: 36:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · maf: 36:10-13 · 4 p’sukim · Haftarah: Jeremiah 2:4-28, 3:4 · 26 p’sukim Alternate Haftarah: I Kings 9:2-9, 9:4-5a · 10 p’sukim Soncino Chumash: pp. 716 - 724 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 702 - 724) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 921 - 935 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 900 - 935) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 957 - 967 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 941 - 967) These last two parashats of Numbers are paired to bring the Torah readings in the diaspora in line with the Torah readings in Israel. The difference is due to 5782’s schedule of Passover. This year Passover started on Shabbat and since in the Diaspora we observe eight days of Passover, the next Shabbat was also a special Torah portion. In Israel where they only observe seven days, they continued the regular schedule of readings on the next Shabbat. That brought Diaspora readings a week behind Israel. To bring the two schedules in line, we double these two portions. This follows the schedule our sages developed many years ago that combines specific parashats in order to account for extra four weeks of leap years. Our Triennial Cycle starts with Hashem telling Moshe Rabbeinu to command the Israelite army (soldiers who were counted in the last portion) to conquer the Promised Land. They are to “dispossess” the Canaanite tribes and take their land. They are also to destroy their idols, making sure that conquering Israel would not get curious, let alone enticed, by their pagan practices, many of which nurtured the lust that these practices involved. Most of us today would decry such practices. There are those who would read this and be disdain at our ancestors’ brutality and seeming lack of humanity. How would we reconcile this with other mitzvot to “love our fellow as ourselves” and “honor the stranger, the widow and the orphan”? This is why we analyze Torah and don’t take its passages at face value. First of all, after this command, the Torah warns us “But if you do not dispossess the inhabitants of the land, those whom you allow to remain shall be stings in your eyes and thorns in your sides, and they shall harass you in the land in which you live”. Furthermore, not only did their lustful practices show complete disrespect and disregard for humanity, but they also practiced human sacrifice in attempt to appease inanimate forces of nature. Hashem’s plan was for Israel to be a beacon of humanity in an area that at that time was the center of the world so that all the other nations could see by example the way people should treat each other in a humane and respectful manner. Estas dos últimas parashats de Números están emparejadas para alinear las lecturas de la Torá en la diáspora con las lecturas de la Torá en Israel. La diferencia se debe al horario de Pascua de 5782. Este año, la Pascua comenzó en Shabat y dado que en la diáspora observamos ocho días de Pascua, el próximo Shabat también fue una porción especial de la Torá. En Israel, donde solo observan siete días, continuaron con el horario regular de lecturas en el siguiente Shabat. Eso trajo lecturas de la Diáspora una semana detrás de Israel. Para alinear los dos horarios, duplicamos estas dos porciones. Esto sigue el calendario que nuestros sabios desarrollaron hace muchos años y que combina parashats específicos para dar cuenta de las cuatro semanas adicionales de los años bisiestos. Nuestro Ciclo Trienal comienza con Hashem diciéndole a Moshe Rabbeinu que comande al ejército israelita (soldados que se contaron en la última parte) para conquistar la Tierra Prometida. Deben “desposeer” a las tribus cananeas y tomar su tierra. También deben destruir sus ídolos, asegurándose de que la conquista de Israel no se vuelva curiosa, y mucho menos seducida, por sus prácticas paganas, muchas de las cuales alimentan la lujuria que involucran estas prácticas. La mayoría de nosotros hoy en día condenaríamos tales prácticas. Hay quienes leerían esto y despreciarían la brutalidad y la aparente falta de humanidad de nuestros antepasados. ¿Cómo reconciliaríamos esto con otras mitzvot de “amar a nuestro prójimo como a nosotros mismos” y “honrar al extranjero, a la viuda y al huérfano”? Es por eso que analizamos la Torá y no tomamos sus pasajes al pie de la letra. En primer lugar, después de este mandato, la Torá nos advierte: “Pero si no despojáis a los habitantes de la tierra, aquellos a quienes dejéis quedar serán aguijones en vuestros ojos y espinas en vuestros costados, y os hostigarán en la tierra en que vives”. Además, sus prácticas lujuriosas no solo mostraban una total falta de respeto y desprecio por la humanidad, sino que también practicaban el sacrificio humano en un intento de apaciguar a las fuerzas inanimadas de la naturaleza. El plan de Hashem era que Israel fuera un faro de la humanidad en un área que en ese momento era el centro del mundo para que todas las demás naciones pudieran ver con el ejemplo la forma en que las personas deben tratarse entre sí de manera humana y respetuosa.

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Please note that only members associated with Temple Sholom of Ontario are receiving these links in this format Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Fast begins: 4:23am on Sunday, Jul 17 Tzom Tammuz occurs on Sunday, Jul 17 Fast ends: 8:36pm on Sunday, Jul 17 Candle lighting: 7:40pm on Friday, Jul 22 Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Av occurs on Saturday, Jul 23 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Pinchas Havdalah (50 min): 8:48pm on Saturday, Jul 23 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת פינחס July 22 - כ״ג תמוז Candle lighting 7:40 Shabbat ends 8:41 72 minutes 9:11 Office Hours this week: Monday July 18, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday July 19, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday July 22, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday July 25, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday July 26, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday July 29, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (July 23, 2022): "Parashat Pinchas" 5782 Parashat Pinchas 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת פִּינְחָס 23 July 2022 / 24 Tamuz 5782(Diaspora) https://youtu.be/uNKYe6eubqk Parashat Pinchas 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת פִּינְחָס 23 July 2022 / 24 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Pinchas is the 41st weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 25:10-30:1 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-25-10 Pinchas opens with God’s promise of a “covenant of peace” for the zealot Pinchas, followed by a census. The daughters of Tzelofchad request and receive new laws regarding inheritance. God instructs Moses to prepare Joshua for leadership, and God describes sacrifices brought daily and on special occasions. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 28:16-25 · 10 p’sukim · 2: 28:26-31 · 6 p’sukim · 3: 29:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 4: 29:7-11 · 5 p’sukim · 5: 29:12-16 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 29:17-28 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 29:29-30:1 · 12 p’sukim · maf: 29:35-30:1 · 6 p’sukim · Haftarah*: Jeremiah 1:1-2:3 · 22 p’sukim *Pinchas occurring after 17 Tammuz Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 19 at 7:30 pm PT Topic: Torah Study at 7:30PM Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85060357304?pwd=MDJVVjhaZ0RXMnczQ0JKYWtlalArdz09 Meeting ID: 850 6035 7304 Passcode: 890023 Parashat Pinchas 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת פִּינְחָס 23 July 2022 / 24 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Pinchas is the 41st weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 25:10-30:1 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-25-10 Pinchas opens with God’s promise of a “covenant of peace” for the zealot Pinchas, followed by a census. The daughters of Tzelofchad request and receive new laws regarding inheritance. God instructs Moses to prepare Joshua for leadership, and God describes sacrifices brought daily and on special occasions. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 28:16-25 · 10 p’sukim · 2: 28:26-31 · 6 p’sukim · 3: 29:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 4: 29:7-11 · 5 p’sukim · 5: 29:12-16 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 29:17-28 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 29:29-30:1 · 12 p’sukim · maf: 29:35-30:1 · 6 p’sukim · Haftarah*: Jeremiah 1:1-2:3 · 22 p’sukim *Pinchas occurring after 17 Tammuz Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, July 21 @ 7:30pm Topic: Judaic Studies at 7:30PM Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86779228885?pwd=R2NQcStQQlF0RVl0QmtCMFhpZHRqdz09 Meeting ID: 867 7922 8885 Passcode: 284908 Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. The current topic is Pirkei Avot. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 22, 2022 @ 8:00 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 23, 2022 @ 10:00 am Time: Friday night at 8 PM; Saturday at. 10 AM Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83798159851?pwd=SE1maytyenY5eU85ZWNmSHJveWVCZz09 Meeting ID: 837 9815 9851 Passcode: 070025 *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Replay of this past Shabbat Services (July 15 & 16, 2022) 2022 07 15 Erev Shabbat https://youtu.be/CjebwKEDYHY Sermon @ 1:07:35” “Succumbing to Temptation” 2022 07 16 Shabbat Balak https://youtu.be/04bBoLQKnLc D'var Torah @ 1:12:44 Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break at Temple Sholom of Ontario. We will continue in the fall hold classes virtually on Sundays starting at 10:00am PT. There will be two sessions, 40 minutes each, with a 10 minute break in between. Details will follow soon. The first session will focus on Hebrew reading and prayers. We will read from the week's Torah portion using a Chumash and an online site. Besides the main prayers used in our services, we will also learn Torah and Haftarah blessings. The second session will be a general learning session of that weekly sedrah/portion. We will also discuss notable Jewish personalities, from celebrities to prophets and kings. There will also be special topics such as gossip and evolution. Please let us know if you'd like to join us and of course if you have any questions. 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We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well Temple Sholom of Ontario is proud to announce we are once again offering: Next session: Sunday July 24, 2022 @ 11:45am PT Tenth Module: High Holy Days Eleventh Module: Kashrut/Kosher Miller Intro to Judaism Program **Due to increased interest, we are starting a new course that will be finished by Rosh Hashanah. The second session will begin immediately following the first. If you are interested in joining, please let us know. If you're thinking of converting to Judaism: Completion of the Intro Program fulfills the learning requirements for conversion of the Rabbinical Assembly of America. Once you finish the course requirements and secure a sponsoring rabbi, you are eligible to become officially part of the Jewish People. If you're already Jewish: Whether you were born Jewish but never quite learned what it’s all about, you’re back after a long hiatus, or you’re just looking for a deeper understanding of your heritage, most of us could use a bit of a refresher. Jews from all walks of life enroll in the program: from people who had a Jewish day school education to those whose strongest connection was the annual box of matza on the kitchen counter. More details to follow. Please let us know if you're interested. Application is attached below or reply with request for more information Tish’a B’Av 2022 / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב 5782 The Ninth of Av ✡️ Tish'a B'Av for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Saturday, 6 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Sunday, 7 August 2022. Tisha B’Av (Hebrew: תשעה באב or ט׳ באב, "the Ninth of Av,") is an annual fast day in Judaism, named for the ninth day (Tisha) of the month of Av in the Hebrew calendar. The fast commemorates the destruction of both the First Temple and Second Temple in Jerusalem, which occurred about 655 years apart, but on the same Hebrew calendar date. Tisha B’Av is never observed on Shabbat. If the 9th of Av falls on a Saturday, the fast is postponed until the 10th of Av. Tish’a B’Av / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב Join us for Services @ 10:00am on Sunday, 7 August 2022 / 10 Av 5782 Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 4:25-40 1: Deuteronomy 4:25-29 · 5 p’sukim · 2: Deuteronomy 4:30-35 · 6 p’sukim · 3: Deuteronomy 4:36-40 · 5 p’sukim · Haftarah: Jeremiah 8:13-9:23 · 34 p’sukim For this week's Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing, please advise any changes **If you have any changes to names on the list, please let us know so we can update. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. 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https://youtu.be/uNKYe6eubqk Parashat Pinchas 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת פִּינְחָס 23 July 2022 / 24 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Pinchas is the 41st weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 25:10-30:1 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-25-10 Pinchas opens with God’s promise of a “covenant of peace” for the zealot Pinchas, followed by a census. The daughters of Tzelofchad request and receive new laws regarding inheritance. God instructs Moses to prepare Joshua for leadership, and God describes sacrifices brought daily and on special occasions. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 28:16-25 · 10 p’sukim · 2: 28:26-31 · 6 p’sukim · 3: 29:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 4: 29:7-11 · 5 p’sukim · 5: 29:12-16 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 29:17-28 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 29:29-30:1 · 12 p’sukim · maf: 29:35-30:1 · 6 p’sukim · Haftarah*: Jeremiah 1:1-2:3 · 22 p’sukim *Pinchas occurring after 17 Tammuz Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) In our Triennial Cycle, we focus on the offerings in the Temple. This part of the parashat describes the daily offerings of the morning and late afternoon (dusk) services. It then proceeds through the additional/special offerings for Shabbat and Rosh Hodesh. We then have the descriptions of the offerings for the holidays and festivals. These comprise, respectively, the maftir readings of those holy days at their appointed time. These would be Passover, Shavuot, Rosh Hashannah, Yom Kippur and Succot and Shemini Atzeret. These are also the times, then, when the holy day coincides with Shabbat, that we take out and read from a second scroll. (There are a few times during the year when we take out a third scroll, but these are for either a special Shabbat or when the Shabbat of Hanukkah coincides with the new month). The sages have said that when we read this portion it is as if we ourselves are participating in the actual offering even though no Temple stands today. In some traditional prayer books, the daily offerings are part of the first part of the service, the Morning Blessings, and of course, these passages are included in the maftirs of the respective days. Soncino Chumash: págs. 673 - 682 Año Trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 862 - 875 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 899 - 908 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 894 - 908) En nuestro Ciclo Trienal, nos enfocamos en las ofrendas en el Templo. Esta parte de la parashat describe las ofrendas diarias de los servicios de la mañana y de la tarde (atardecer). Luego procede a través de las ofrendas adicionales/especiales para Shabat y Rosh Jodesh. Luego tenemos las descripciones de las ofrendas para las festividades y festivales. Estos comprenden, respectivamente, las lecturas maftir de esos días santos en su momento señalado. Estos serían Pesaj, Shavuot, Rosh Hashannah, Yom Kippur y Sucot y Shemini Atzeret. Estos son también los tiempos, entonces, cuando el día santo coincide con Shabat, que sacamos y leemos de un segundo rollo. (Hay algunos momentos durante el año en que sacamos un tercer rollo, pero estos son para un Shabat especial o cuando el Shabat de Hanukkah coincide con el nuevo mes) Los sabios han dicho que cuando leemos esta porción es como si nosotros mismos estuviéramos participando en la ofrenda real a pesar de que no hay ningún Templo en pie hoy. En algunos libros de oraciones tradicionales, las ofrendas diarias forman parte de la primera parte del servicio, las Bendiciones Matutinas, y por supuesto, estos pasajes se incluyen en los maftirs de los respectivos días.

https://youtu.be/ReBFMvEs-PM Parashat Balak 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת בָּלָק 16 July 2022 / 17 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Balak is the 40th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 22:2-25:9 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-22-2 Balak tells the story of the Moabite king Balak, who hires Balaam to curse the Israelites. Balaam’s donkey speaks along the way, and Balaam ends up blessing the Israelites. The portion ends with a story about Israelite men sinning with Moabite women and the stabbing of an Israelite and a Midianite. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 22:39-23:5 · 8 p’sukim · 2: 23:6-12 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 23:13-26 · 14 p’sukim · 4: 23:27-30 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 24:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · 6: 24:14-25 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 25:1-9 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 25:7-9 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Micah 5:6-6:8 · 17 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Balak, the Moabite king, sees the Israelites as a victorious army, conquering any enemy that challenges it. He hires Balaam, a wizard (or prophet, depending on who’s commentary you prefer) to curse the Israelites. Balak believes that this will help him keep Israel at bey. Hashem, however, intervenes. Hashem tells Balaam that he will only say what Hashem directs him to say. Each blessing is progressively more auspicious than the one before. First, Israel is a people set apart from the rest of the world. Second, Hashem protects Israel as His people. Finally, we have the blessing that is so beautiful, we say it each time we walk into the synagogue: “How goodly are your dwellings, O Jacob, your sanctuaries, O Israel”. Balak’s efforts are for naught. He hired Balaam to curse; instead, he could only bless. The irony of this is that when the curses failed, the Moabites came up with another plan. They sent their daughters to entice the Israelite men into the debauchery that accompanied their pagan worship. As we are told in the third paragraph of the Shema not to follow our hearts or eyes, but follow the commandments, some of the men succumbed to the temptation. Phinehas, Aaron’s grandson, executed the offenders. Whereas the prophecy and wizardry of Balaam couldn’t defeat Israel, lust did. A lesson for us about physical temptation. Balac, el rey moabita, ve a los israelitas como un ejército victorioso, venciendo a cualquier enemigo que lo desafíe. Contrata a Balaam, un mago (o profeta, según el comentario que prefieras) para maldecir a los israelitas. Balak cree que esto lo ayudará a mantener a Israel a raya. Hashem, sin embargo, interviene. Hashem le dice a Balaam que solo dirá lo que Hashem le indique que diga. Cada bendición es progresivamente más auspiciosa que la anterior. Primero, Israel es un pueblo apartado del resto del mundo. Segundo, Hashem protege a Israel como Su pueblo. Finalmente, tenemos la bendición que es tan hermosa, la decimos cada vez que entramos en la sinagoga: “Cuán hermosas son tus moradas, oh Jacob, tus santuarios, oh Israel”. Los esfuerzos de Balak son en vano. Contrató a Balaam para maldecir; en cambio, solo podía bendecir. La ironía de esto es que cuando las maldiciones fallaron, los moabitas idearon otro plan. Enviaron a sus hijas para atraer a los hombres israelitas al libertinaje que acompañaba su adoración pagana. Como se nos dice en el tercer párrafo del Shemá que no sigamos nuestros corazones ni nuestros ojos, sino que sigamos los mandamientos, algunos de los hombres sucumbieron a la tentación. Finees, el nieto de Aarón, ejecutó a los ofensores. Mientras que la profecía y la hechicería de Balaam no pudieron derrotar a Israel, la lujuria sí lo hizo. Una lección para nosotros acerca de la tentación física.

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Please note that only members associated with Temple Sholom of Ontario are receiving these links in this format Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting: 7:44pm on Friday, Jul 15 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Balak Havdalah (50 min): 8:52pm on Saturday, Jul 16 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת בלק July 15 - ט״ז תמוז Candle lighting 7:44 Shabbat ends 8:45 72 minutes 9:15 Office Hours this week: Monday July 11, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Thursday July 14, 2022 1:30pm - 7:30pm (Board Meeting @ 7:30pm) Friday July 15, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday July 18, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday July 19, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday July 22, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (July 16, 2022): "Parashat Balak" 5782 Parashat Balak 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת בָּלָק 16 July 2022 / 17 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) https://youtu.be/ReBFMvEs-PM Parashat Balak is the 40th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 22:2-25:9 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-22-2 Balak tells the story of the Moabite king Balak, who hires Balaam to curse the Israelites. Balaam’s donkey speaks along the way, and Balaam ends up blessing the Israelites. The portion ends with a story about Israelite men sinning with Moabite women and the stabbing of an Israelite and a Midianite. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 22:39-23:5 · 8 p’sukim · 2: 23:6-12 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 23:13-26 · 14 p’sukim · 4: 23:27-30 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 24:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · 6: 24:14-25 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 25:1-9 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 25:7-9 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Micah 5:6-6:8 · 17 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Sofer on Site On Monday, July 4th, Rabbi Druin from Sofer on Site came to check our Torah. This is something that has to be done from time to time to make sure our scroll is Kosher. Thank you to all who joined us. And here's the fastest Torah roller in the west! https://youtu.be/9S6nfNOrNk8 Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 11 at 7:30 pm PT Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89850756759?pwd=dEFBVTRlVXhVdEV5WDdrNnpHODV4Zz09 Meeting ID: 898 5075 6759 Passcode: 152859 Parashat Balak 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת בָּלָק 16 July 2022 / 17 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Balak is the 40th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 22:2-25:9 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-22-2 Balak tells the story of the Moabite king Balak, who hires Balaam to curse the Israelites. Balaam’s donkey speaks along the way, and Balaam ends up blessing the Israelites. The portion ends with a story about Israelite men sinning with Moabite women and the stabbing of an Israelite and a Midianite. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 22:39-23:5 · 8 p’sukim · 2: 23:6-12 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 23:13-26 · 14 p’sukim · 4: 23:27-30 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 24:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · 6: 24:14-25 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 25:1-9 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 25:7-9 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Micah 5:6-6:8 · 17 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, July 21 @ 7:30pm (Judaic Studies will be preempted this week due to the monthly Board Meeting) Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. The current topic is Pirkei Avot. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 15, 2022 @ 8:00 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 16, 2022 @ 10:00 am Back to regular time Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81980342997?pwd=c1Y0UFg3bHo0TElkVUhvVjg2ZG9lUT09 Meeting ID: 819 8034 2997 Passcode: 767848 *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Replay of this past Shabbat services (July 8 & 9, 2022): 2022 07 08 Erev Shabbat Chukkas https://youtu.be/m5FGA7lfc20 Sermon @ 1:03:10 "Greed is Good?" 2022 07 09 Shabbat Chukkas https://youtu.be/BSq3f7JaWmg D'var Torah @ 1:11:45 Links for this past Shabbat services are posted. Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break at Temple Sholom of Ontario. We will continue in the fall hold classes virtually on Sundays starting at 10:00am PT. There will be two sessions, 40 minutes each, with a 10 minute break in between. Details will follow soon. The first session will focus on Hebrew reading and prayers. We will read from the week's Torah portion using a Chumash and an online site. Besides the main prayers used in our services, we will also learn Torah and Haftarah blessings. The second session will be a general learning session of that weekly sedrah/portion. We will also discuss notable Jewish personalities, from celebrities to prophets and kings. There will also be special topics such as gossip and evolution. Please let us know if you'd like to join us and of course if you have any questions. Family Sunday School/Learning Day Sunday, July 24 10am – 12pm Temple Sholom of Ontario is planning a fun, education day on July 24 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at our synagogue. The program will include classes and activities for children and their parents. Rabbi Stephen (me) will be doing a special program for children over 11 and their parents. Two Sunday School teachers will be offering programs for children ages four to eleven to learn prayers, Bible stories, art, and a time for constructive play with other children. At approximately 11:30 am everyone will join together to enjoy a bagel brunch. Please join us all for this special day. Any questions, contact me or Zoe Siegel at 909-985-7106. Adult Hebrew Reading Course Sunday, July 17 10:30 am – 11:30 am A new Hebrew Reading course from NJOP. Also, People have been asking for more practice in Hebrew Reading. We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well Temple Sholom of Ontario is proud to announce we are once again offering: Next session: Sunday July 17, 2022 @ 11:45am PT Eighth Module: G-d Ninth Module: Talmud/Rabbinic Judaism Miller Intro to Judaism Program **Due to increased interest, we are starting a new course that will run concurrent with the present course. We will be finished by Rosh Hashanah. The second session will begin immediately following the first. If you are interested in joining, please let us know. If you're thinking of converting to Judaism: Completion of the Intro Program fulfills the learning requirements for conversion of the Rabbinical Assembly of America. Once you finish the course requirements and secure a sponsoring rabbi, you are eligible to become officially part of the Jewish People. If you're already Jewish: Whether you were born Jewish but never quite learned what it’s all about, you’re back after a long hiatus, or you’re just looking for a deeper understanding of your heritage, most of us could use a bit of a refresher. Jews from all walks of life enroll in the program: from people who had a Jewish day school education to those whose strongest connection was the annual box of matza on the kitchen counter. More details to follow. Please let us know if you're interested. Application is attached below or reply with request for more information For this week's Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing, please advise any changes **If you have any changes to names on the list, please let us know so we can update. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. The hyperlink gives a descriptive title with the actual link embedded in that title. Anyone who is concerned about clicking a link or hyperlink can access any of these resources by going to my website, www.modernrabbistephen.com. You can find them in the "Blog" and "Videos" sections, as well as the "Instagram Links" by clicking on the various pictures.