Weekday Davening Times
Weekday Mincha/Maariv at Young Israel: 3:55 p.m
Late Maariv Tu & Thurs 9:00 p.m.
Chabad: Mincha 3:45
Maariv 4:45 p.m.
Congregation Etz Chaim is a small, Orthodox shul with a big heart and a desire to grow!
Our essence can best be described as
"Community and Torah".
People in our shul come from diverse backgrounds.
We represent a wide range of professionals who work in the secular world and come together to create a vibrant and lively shul
where each one of us adds our special and unique contributions to the whole.
Come Join Us!
REFUAH SHELAIMA
We continue to pray for the health of a friend’s son, Ahron Yitzchak ben Berina; Heidi Goldblatt, Rachel Chana bas Menucha; Robert Dell, Chana Reuven ben Leah; George Monat’s sister-in-law, Shayna Baila bas Rachel; a friend, Tzipporah Zlata bas Bluma Yehudis; a colleague of a congregant, Eyal ben Chaya; Miriam Aidel bas Sara Malka, a 2-year- old niece of Yoni’s chavrusa, R' Hershel Yaffe; Bob Dell's brother, Sholom Avraham ben Leah, the son of Leisha Martin, Yosef Eliyahu ben Ruth. https://gofund.me/cacf3b87, and Ruth Brainin, mother of Janis Monat, Rivka Petal bas Chana. A full healing to all!
Upcoming Programs and Classes
Board of Directors
Leonard Gerber, Ph. D. - President
George Monat - Treasurer
Janis Monat - Secretary
Member at large - Robert Dell
Member at large - Rabbi Chuni Rappoport
Member at large - Michael Ferber
Shabbat December 7: Parasha Vayetzei
Shacharis 9:00 am
Latest Shema 9:18 am
Latest Tefila 10:04 am
Early Mincha 12:06
Mincha 4:12 pm
Ma'ariv 4:59 / 5:24 pm
Weekday Davening Times
Monday - Friday shacharis 6:45 am
Sunday shacharis 8:00 am, Mincha 4:12 pm
Followed by Keurig coffee, tea, and cookies.
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ETZ CHAIM’S BOOK GROUP
Our next book we will be reading is Wayfarers, the latest novel from acclaimed author and filmmaker Arnon Z. Shorr. He weaves a thrilling tale of survival, faith, and the enduring power of heritage. Drawing from the timeless story of Exodus, this post-apocalyptic adventure is set in a world where religion is forbidden, and the struggle to preserve cultural identity becomes a matter of life and death.
In a desolate future where the totalitarian New Dominion has outlawed all religious practice, a group of Jewish refugees embarks on a perilous journey to the coast, seeking safety aboard a waiting freighter. Led by the courageous Rabbi Moshe and the skeptical yet resourceful Abe Katz, the group must navigate hostile landscapes, evade relentless pursuit, and confront internal doubts about faith and survival. Central to their mission is the protection of "the Ark," a digital archive preserving thousands of years of Jewish tradition. As threats from both outside forces and internal conflicts mount Wayfarers explores themes of cultural resilience, identity, and the complex relationship between past and future.
The author, Mr. Shorr, is generously donating books for us, and you can contact Merilee Maeir for pickup information once they’re available. His only request is that you review the book on Amazon.
The author will join us on Monday, December 16 at 7p.m. on Zoom to discuss his work.
Ya’asher Koach
Chuni and Leah Rappaport’s son, Eliezer ben Leah Hinda, has been called up as a paratrooper to enter Gaza. He’s with his unit. Our prayers are for him, his unit, and all of Am Yisrael to come back safely.
We also recognize Captain Shaya Weidmann serving in the Israeli Army and his brother, David Weidmann, in the Israeli Air Force. Rabbi Cheses’ younger brother, Doron, is stationed in the north. May these 4 young men have hatzlacha, safety, and courage. The Israel Defense Forces is very fortunate to have these soldiers sincere dedication and our hearts.