Our Community
Introduction
Message from the Rabbi
"Maroubra Shule has a special type of warmth and friendliness that really defines the unique type of community we are. It is a great honour and privilege to serve this wonderful and growing community.
It is a deep passion of mine to share the joy and beauty of Judaism with others. In this role there will be countless opportunities to do just that!
We are here for you. We would love to meet up and chat, have a coffee etc. A community is made up of individuals, every Jew is a diamond and is precious. We feel privileged and honoured to be able to support and serve Hashem’s beloved people."
Our History
Vision
A community which is proud, in touch and knowledgeable of orthodox Judaism, supportive of Israel and caring of each other.
Mission
Engaging the Jewish community through welcoming, caring and inspiring services, educational opportunities and events.
Values
Orthodox Judaism, Community, Love of Israel, Education, Communication, Welcoming Environment.
Wedding course
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Bar Mitzvah program
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Bat Mitzvah program
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Board
Tommy Sterling
President
Tommy and his family joined the synagogue in 2009. He joined the Board of Management in 2011...
Anthony Perl
Senior Vice President
Anthony grew up in Maroubra and joined the Board in 2014. Anthony is married to Miriam,...
Justin Chorn
JUNIOR VICE PRESIDENT
Having grown up in South Africa and then spent 13 years in London, Justin relocated to Sydney in 2015.
Evan Koseff
Immediate Past President
Evan has been a member of the shul since 2008 and joined the Board of Management in 2009...
Hila Galapo
HON. SECRETARY
Hila grew up in Israel in a traditional/Meserati home. Hila immigrated to Australia with her Husband in 2004 ...
Daniel Isserow
HON. TREASURER
I migrated to Australia from South Africa in 1995 at the age of 13 and originally resided...
Anna Beck
Non-Executive Director
Anna immigrated to Australia from Moscow as a child in 1992. Drawn by the welcoming atmosphere ...
Daryl Robinson
NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Daryl has been a member of the Shul since 2006 when he moved into the area and joined the Board of Management in 2008.
Esther Di Veroli
Non-Executive Director
Esther Di Veroli is married to Alex and they have two sons, Michael and Robbie both of whom attended Mount ...
Dean Newman
Non-Executive Director
Dean is a father of 5 boys, 18-year-old twins, a 16-year-old, a 14-year-old, and a 12-year-old.
Team
Rabbi Zalman Goldstein
Team
Rabbi Zalman Goldstein, was born and raised in San Diego California. He went on to study in the Yeshivot in Los Angeles, Toronto, New York, and Israel.
Eva Grosin
Team
Although I grew up on the North Shore, , my parents were members of Newtown Synagogue, where my father was a Board member for many years.
Donna Lees
Team
I believe in Jewish values and was brought up by Holocaust survivor parents who had 8 older siblings & eventually 27 grandchildren.
Youth Leaders
Maroubra Synagogue offers a wide range of Children’s programmes, catering for all age groups.
Regular program run every Shabbat, starting at 10.45am. They are run by a group of dedicated volunteers. We incorporate tefillah, games, stories and activities relating to the Chag or Parsha of the week into our service.
* Tots Program for 1-5 year olds* Torah Club for 5-7 year olds* Boys Mentoring Program for 8-12 year old boys* Teen Scene for all teenagersWe also welcome Bnei Akiva to our community once a month. The Bnei Akiva madrichim run a host of different tochniyot for all age groups, including a very popular Teen Lunch!
If you would like further information regarding youth services, or would like to volunteer your services, please contact the Shul office for more information.