18 Shevat 5778 – Yitro
I wish I could be like Roger Federer! Roger Federer is truly one of the great tennis players of all time. I watched the Australian Open final and emerged inspired. What a man! He has all the skills of good sportsmanship and professionalism while retaining his humility and graciousness. When discussing the match with a […]
11 Shevat 5778 – B’shalach
I think for most of us, life has suddenly become very busy! We seem to all be rushing again. Rushing… to make our appointments, arrange work meetings and ensure that our kids are ready for the new school year! In the midst of this madness, I ask you to remember 2 things! 1. Remember to […]
4 Shevat 5778 – Bo
Are you free? In the Kovno ghetto in the early 1940’s, an extraordinary scene took place in the makeshift synagogue. The worshippers already knew the fate in store for them. One morning the leader of prayers stopped in the middle of the service and said, “How can I thank G-d for my freedom when I […]
5 Tevet 5778 – Vayigash
What it takes to be a leader? It is interesting to consider the lack of significant Talmudic commentary surrounding the festival of Chanukah. I mean, the other main festivals have their own dedicated books within the Talmud that details their laws and the intricacies of their practices. Let me give you some explanations.
28 Kislev 5778 – Mikeitz
Chanukah Sameach! This past week we held a packed event at Westfield Eastgardens which featured a Judah Maccabee show and a concert by the Mount Sinai junior Choir. We look forward to an exciting Chanukah weekend
21 Kislev 5788 – Vayeishev
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14 Kislev 5778 – Vayishlach
I look forward to welcoming all of our new members and new families for a special welcome kiddush after the service this Shabbat day. It’s so wonderful being part of a growing community. From strength to strength! I also wish a mazal tov to all of our birthday kids from the past three months, who […]
7 Kislev 5778 – Vayetzei
The secret to Jewish survival – it all lies in our name! The Jewish people take their name from their third forefather, Yaakov, who was also known as, “Israel”. But what was wrong with Avraham or YItzchak that we had to take the third in line? After all, Avraham was the one who discovered the existence […]
29 Cheshvan 5778 – Toldot
I take this opportunity in welcoming all years K-2 students from Mount Sinai College to our Shule this Friday night where the students will join me in leading the Shabbat service. All are welcome! Education at the Shule? This week on Tuesday we commenced our “Maroubra Beit Midrash (house of study)” and studied together the […]
22 Cheshvan 5778 – Chayei Sara
I had the privilege of introducing and hosting the Chief Rabbi of Israel at Maroubra Shule and Mount Sinai college on Thursday this week. In the Shule, I shared a summary of the first part of the following idea as his introduction. One of my favourite Jewish ideas comes from this week’s Parasha, Chayei Sarah. […]