Dear [first_name],  

We all want to live up to our inherent design, to make the best of the unique set of skills and circumstances that we were given. 

Paradigm Shift: Transformational Life Teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, is our newest JLI course. 

Paradigm Shift is the first step; it’s about visualizing what is possible and seeing how you can make it a reality. It’s like putting on a new pair of glasses through which everything appears much more vivid; it enables you to see so much more. The Rebbe, a visionary religious leader, inspired countless individuals to see the potential and inherent goodness in themselves, in others, and in every circumstance of their lives. 

Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz, hailed by Time Magazine as a “once-in-a-millennium” scholar, writes this in the introduction to his just-released book, “My Rebbe”: 

“The life-work that my Rebbe chose constitutes one of the most remarkable religious tasks ever undertaken by a single man, a task whose purpose is urgently relevant to our times. He sought nothing less than to transform our reality into a better one. While he was devoted to the Jewish People, his message was universal; his vision encompassed the entire world.” 

Joseph Telushkin, prolific author and one of the most respected interpreters of Judaism in the United States, will release his latest book, “Rebbe”, in June. In the introduction, he writes: "From a small synagogue In Brooklyn, the late Rebbe Schneerson impacted the policies of U.S. and Israeli presidents, politicians and military leaders, counseled some of our greatest thinkers, and spread his teachings of love and righteousness to the far corners of the world.” 

In this course, which is being offered in commemoration of the Rebbe’s 20th yahrzeit, I hope to give you a taste of the Rebbe’s teachings and insights.  We will address questions such as:

·       What were the Rebbe’s central teachings and contributions to Judaism and society?
 

·       What was his understanding of the human being and what were his hopes for humanity as a whole?

·       And, most importantly, how can we apply these insights toward living a more purposeful life? Or in the Rebbe’s words: “People are like the earth that contains nature’s treasures hidden underneath. The question is where to dig?” 

To register for this inspiring course, please contact Helen: 9371 7300 ext 4 or secretary@southhead.org

Looking forward to greeting you at the course.

On behalf of the Rebbetzin and all of us at South Head, wishing you a Good Shabbos

Rabbi Benzion Milecki OAM

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Brookie Reports

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Hey everyone,

Hope you're having a great week. We look forward to seeing you at the Lag B'Omer Parade this Sunday. Click here for more details.

Next Shabbat, May 24th is Bless the Kids. Come and make an edible bonfire in honour of Lag B'Omer and of course receive a blessing and special from the Rabbi. Make sure to be in Shul by 10.15 Shabbos morning.

Shavuot is just around the corner and we have a very exciting Ice Cream Party in store for you on First Day - Wednesday June 4th. Hear the Ten Commandments, enjoy a roving Puppeteria, take part in a soccer tournament, and create your own edible ice-cream Mt Sinai! Please note:The reading of the Ten Commandments will take place at 10.15 sharp in the Main Shule.

Camp Shalom registration will open this coming Monday.  We have some very exciting excursions and activities prepared for you. NB: Camp Dates: June 30 - July 4

Looking forward to seeing you all in Shule and wishing you a Good Shabbos.

Brookie & the Youth Crew

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Parasha Sheet
Bechukotai

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Parashat Bechukotai speaks about the rewards Hashem will give the Jewish people for performing His Mitzvot. There are two kinds of rewards for the performance of Mitzvot, which are discussed below.

1. The reward of the Mitzvah is the Mitzvah itself: Before performing any Mitzvah we recite a standard blessing which begins with the words ‘Blessed are you Hashem our G-d, Creator of the universe, who made us holy with His commandments and commanded us …’ Our ultimate motivation in performing the Mitzvot is not the reward or material benefit we will receive, but simply vetzinvanu, that G-d commanded us. This is more than adequate justification for the fulfillment of the Mitzvot. By performing Hashem’s Mitzvot man creates a bond with Hashem. It connects a finite man to our infinite G-d and a living relationship between man and
G-d. Therefore the reward of the Mitzvah is the Mitzvah itself i.e. man’s opportunity to directly relate and connect to Hashem.

2. The specific reward for each Mitzvah: In addition to the connection created between man and Hashem through the performance of the Mitzvah, there is also a unique quality in each Mitzvah and therefore a unique benefit accruing from the performance of each Mitzvah. As we live in a physical world, in physical bodies, we each have material needs which need to be satisfied. We have obligations that require material wherewithal including the obligation to support our family. In order to attain satisfaction for these needs and to merit the rewards and blessings of G-d, we are required to observe the Mitzvot. For as the Torah promises us: ‘if you walk in My statutes… I will give rains in their proper time...'

The above lesson is based on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe and adapted by Brookie Milecki.

To learn all about the Parasha, download our Parasha sheet! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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