Sunday, October 31, 2021

HJC Torah: The depth of the word "Elokeinu" (5:01)

Here are the links to the latest class, exploring the depth of the word "Elokeinu".
Length: 5:01



--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Friday, October 29, 2021

HJC Torah and News - Parshas Chayei Sarah - Shabbos Mevorchim Kislev

Today's Festive Friday shiur, about Shabbos Candles:.
Length: 5:21

There will be a Cholent Kiddush this Shabbos. Sponsorship or co-sponsorship for this Kiddush is still available. 

Shalosh Seudos is sponsored by Larry and Phylis Pomerantz in commemoration of the Yahrzeit of Larry's father Dovid Ben Eliezer Zusha A'H and by Hillel and Zahava Seltzer in commemoration of the Yahrzeit of Zahava's mother Naomi Bas Yakov -Naomi Adler A'H.
At Shalosh Seudos, I will speak about Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, whose first Yohrtzeit was this week. 

This coming week, until Daylight Savings Time ends, the weekday (M-F) Shacharis minyan will begin at 6:50am.
 
This Shabbos is Shabbos Mevorchim Kislev. Rosh Chodesh Kislev will be next Friday, November 5.

Please be advised that this Tuesday November 2nd is election day for mayor, city council, and
school board. Many issues of critical importance to our community will be influenced and decided by the officials that will be elected.  Please vote.

Save the date: Rebbetzin Deena Davidovich will be speaking a week from Sunday, that's November 7, at 8:30pm on the topic of Chanukah and Chinuch. Details can be found here:  https://www.localjewishnews.com/2021/10/19/rosh-chodesh-kislev-with-deena-davidovich/?utm_source=mailpoet&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter-total-posts-including-newsletter-post-title_275

Good Shabbos
Rabbi Davidovich


Shabbos Parshas...Chayei Sara
English dates: Friday/SaturdayOct. 29-30
Shabbos Mevorchim
Candle-Lighting6:06 PM
Friday Mincha6:06 PM
Dr. Bela Glaser memorial Chumash Shiur8:30 AM
Shacharis9:00 AM
Sof Zman Krias Shema (GR"A/Baal Hatanya)10:33 AM
Navi Shiur5:20 PM
Shabbos Mincha5:50 PM
Maariv7:14 PM
Mincha the following Sunday through Thursday6:05 PM
Weekday Davening Times
Shacharis
Sunday                 8:00 AM
This week Monday-Friday6:50 AM

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

HJC Torah: Chayei Sarah, and Avraham added... (3:42)

Here are the links to the latest Parsha shiur, about Avraham Avinu remarrying after the death of Sarah Imeinu.
Length: 3:42



--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021

HJC Nach Wednesday: Yehoshua Chapter 5 (5:31)

Here are the links to the shiur summarizing Chapter Five of Sefer Yehoshua.
Length: 5m31s



Feedback is appreciated. I would also like to know which classes elicit the most interest.

Thank you
--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021

HJC Tanya Tuesday: Chapter 3 (6:59)

Here are the links to the shiur on Sefer Tanya Chapter 3. 
Length: 6:59


Podcast: https://anchor.fm/raphael-davidovich/episodes/Tanya-Chapter-Three-e19c2bj

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Monday, October 25, 2021

HJC Torah: Mitzvah Monday: Kiddush Hachodesh

Here are the links to the latest Shiur, about the mitzvah of Kiddush Hachodesh: The Mitzvah to establish the Jewish Calendar.
Length: 5:50


Podcast: https://anchor.fm/raphael-davidovich/episodes/Mitzvah-4-Kiddush-Hachodesh-e19aich

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Sunday, October 24, 2021

HJC Torah: Tefilla Sunday. Hashem's Name (6:48)

Here are the links to the latest class, Part One of a series about Hashem's Name.
Length: 6:48




--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Friday, October 22, 2021

HJC News - Parshas Vayeira - Simcha Kiddush!

Mazel Tov to Naftali and Tova Herskovic on the birth of a daughter, Michal Neimah.

Today's shiur, about the custom to eat fish on Shabbos.
Length: 4:47

The Simcha Kiddush this Shabbos is co-sponsored by:
  • Jan and Rob in honor of our daughter Amy's birthday.
  • Steve and Beth Baker in commemoration of the passing of Steve's Aunt, Bryndel Bas Moshe Yehutiel A'H, who passed away this past week.
  • Fred Bolotin in honor of the anniversary of Katia's 29th birthday and the premiere of Ariel's Light
  • Michael and Leah Davidson in honor of all our friends at Heights Jewish Center.
  • Edna Edelman in honor of health and a Shabbat Shalom.
  • Naftali and Tova Herskovic on the birth of a girl.
  • Bob and Debby Jacob in honor of their 40th wedding anniversary, in honor of Danny and Ruth Jacob's 13th wedding anniversary and in honor of the birthdays of their granddaughters Elana and Ariella Jacob.
  • Danny and Ruth Jacob in honor of their wedding anniversary and Ariella's birthday.
  • Jack and Margarita Judkovich in honor of Jack's September Birthday.
  • June Klein in honor of good health for everyone.
  • Martin and Marla Lipman In honor of the birthdays of Avramy Lipman and Bracha Lipman.
  • YoYo and Marni Moore HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MARNI's Mother Honey Elmaleh October 1st! We love you Ma! Happy wedding anniversary October 25th to Our Sister & Brother in law Betty & Josh Fromstein, Congratulations to all the newly elected HJCS SHUL BOARD MEMBERS! May we all be blessed to serve with respect, honor & love for our Shul and our membership! MAZAL TOV!
  • Stu Mintz in honor of his upcoming marriage to Leah Meyer.
  • Jeff and Melanie Muller in honor of Esther and Dan for all their hard work and dedication to the shul.
  • Lazer and Hannah Porter, in honor of Hannah's birthday this week.
  • Barbara Schlesinger in honor of Celia Schlesinger A'H her mother in law's Yahrzeit.
  • Alex and Betty Schnittlinger in honor of Fred Bolotin.
  • Phil and Kim Setnik for Kimberly on her upcoming birthday in November.
  • Gretchen Shapiro in honor of her students at Yavne High School.
  • Chuck and Sandra Zeitler in honor of Chuck's 88th Birthday.
Thanks to Steve and Beth Baker for sponsoring some recent renovations to the Shul Sanctuary.

Good Shabbos



Shabbos Parshas...Vayeira
English dates: Friday/SaturdayOct. 22-23
Candle-Lighting6:16 PM
Friday Mincha6:16 PM
Dr. Bela Glaser memorial Chumash Shiur8:30 AM
Shacharis9:00 AM
Sof Zman Krias Shema (GR"A/Baal Hatanya)10:29 AM
Navi Shiur5:30 PM
Shabbos Mincha6:00 PM
Maariv7:23 PM
Mincha the following Sunday through Thursday6:15 PM
Weekday Davening Times
Shacharis
Sunday8:00 AM
Monday-Friday6:45 AM
--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

HJC Torah: Parsha Thursday (5:04)

Here are the links to the shiur on Parshas Vayeira. (Orchim or Shechina?)
Length: 5:04


Podcast: https://anchor.fm/raphael-davidovich/episodes/Why-Guests-over-God-e194mn4

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Nach Wednesday: Yehoshua Chapters 3-4 (5:12)

Here are the links to the latest shiur, a summary and insight into Yehoshua Chapters 3 and 4.

Length: 5:12

Podcast: https://anchor.fm/raphael-davidovich/episodes/Yehoshua-Chapters-3-and-4-e1933g2


--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Reminder

The next Simcha Kiddush is taking place this Shabbos. Announce your simcha for a minimum donation of just $18.00 per name.

Email hjcsoffice@gmail.com or call the office (216) 382-1958 with your name submissions.

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

HJC Torah: Tanya Chapter Two (5:07)

Here are the links to the next part of the Tanya Tuesday series, offering a summary of Tanya Chapter Two, which discusses the second soul we all possess.

Length: 5:07


Podcast: https://anchor.fm/raphael-davidovich/episodes/Tanya-Chapter-Two-e191kbs

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Monday, October 18, 2021

Mitzvah Monday: Not to eat the Gid Hanasheh

Here is the latest class in the Mitzvah Monday series, offering a summary and insights into the Mitzvah not to eat from the Gid Hanasheh. 
Length: 6:56





--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Sunday, October 17, 2021

The meaning of the word Ata - corrected links (4:22)

A shiur on the word "ata". Corrected links
Length: 4:22
Audio: https://audio.hjcs.org/shiur/the-meaning-of-the-word-%22ata%22-465
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/raphael-davidovich/episodes/The-meaning-of-the-word-Ata-e18u99s

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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HJC Torah - Tefilla Sunday - The word "Ata" - you.

The most recent talk, on the meaning of the word "Ata" - You, that we say in all brachos and davening.
Length: 5:00




--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Friday, October 15, 2021

HJC Torah and News - Parshas Lech Lecha -Cholent Kiddush

There is a special Cholent Kiddush this Shabbos after davening, sponsored by friends and neighbors of Heights Jewish Center in honor of the community. Everyone is welcome to attend. 

Please let everyone know, children are welcome at HJC; our Shabbos morning programs for children have resumed
This Shabbos morning, we will have babysitting for children 5 and under with Riva Weinstock Eisenberger starting at 9:30am, 
and a youth program for older children with Rabbi Kirsch starting at 10:15am. 

The biennial General Membership meeting to elect a new slate of offers and members of the Board, and vote for or against a proposed amendment to the Shul's By-Laws to simplify elections, will take place this Sunday, October 17, at 9:30am at the shul. If you are a "full" member of HJC, please plan on attending this brief meeting to ensure a quorum. 

The next Simcha Kiddush is taking place NEXT Shabbos, October 23rd. Everyone is welcome to co-sponsor for a minimum donation of just $18.00 per name or reason. Contact the office by email at hjcsoffice@gmail.com or phone (216) 382-1958 with your name submissions.

Rebbetzin Deena Davidovich is resuming her class for women this coming Monday, October 18 at 9:15am at the Moore home, 2392 Bromley Rd. Children are welcome. The theme of the resumed class is Tefilla.

Mazel Tov to Shami and Chani Kirsch on the naming of their daughter Devorah Miriam. Mazel Tov to grandparents Rabbi and Mrs. Yosef Kirsch.

Here is the shiur for Festive Fridays, all about Shabbos Zemiros.
Length: 5:04

You can listen to all the recordings at https://audio.hjcs.org/ 
 


Shabbos Parshas...Lech Lecha
English dates: Friday/SaturdayOct. 15-16
Candle-Lighting6:27 PM
Friday Mincha6:27 PM
Dr. Bela Glaser memorial Chumash Shiur8:30 AM
Shacharis9:00 AM
Sof Zman Krias Shema (GR"A/Baal Hatanya)10:25 AM
Navi Shiur5:40 PM
Shabbos Mincha6:10 PM
Maariv7:34 PM
Mincha the following Sunday through Thursday6:25 PM
Weekday Davening Times
Shacharis
Sunday8:00 AM
Monday-Friday6:45 AM

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Thursday, October 14, 2021

HJC Torah: Parsha Thursday. Bris Mila (4:20)

Why did Avraham wait for Hashem's command to do Bris Mila?
Length: 4:20

Audio: https://audio.hjcs.org/shiur/bris-mila-not-just-mila-462
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/raphael-davidovich/episodes/Bris-Mila-Not-just-Mila-e18qbjq

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021

HJC Nach Wednesday: Yehoshua Chapter Two (5:35)

Here is the latest shiur on Sefer Yehoshua, covering Chapter Two, the story of Yehoshua's spies entering Yericho, and Rachav.  
Length: 5:35



Feedback please.


--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

HJC Torah: Tanya Tuesday: Chapter One (7:46)

Here is the latest class, a summary and insight into Chapter One of Tanya.
Length: 7:46



As usual, feedback is appreciated.

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Monday, October 11, 2021

HJC Mitzvah Monday: Bris Mila (4:59)

Here is the latest Mitzvah shiur, offering a summary of and insights into the Mitzvah of Bris Mila.
Length: 4:59
Podcast:  https://anchor.fm/raphael-davidovich/episodes/Bris-Mila-e18ldhd

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Simcha Kiddush

The next Simcha Kiddush is taking place on October 23rd. Announce your simcha for a minimum donation of just $18.00 per name.

Email hjcsoffice@gmail.com or call the office (216) 382-1958 with your name submissions.

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Sunday, October 10, 2021

HJC Torah: The word "Baruch (4:15)

We say the word "Baruch" so many times a day? But what does the word mean? 
(Length: 4:15)


Podcast: https://anchor.fm/raphael-davidovich/episodes/The-meanings-of-the-word-Baruch-e18jlpr
Audio: Attached

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Friday, October 8, 2021

HJC Torah and News - Parshas Noach

Mazel Tov to Shami and Chani Kirsch on the birth of a girl. Mazel Tov to grandparents Rabbi and Mrs.Yosef Kirsch.

This Shabbos at Shalosh Seudos, we will formally resume our talks on great Jewish personalities, which we informally resumed last Shabbos. This week I will speak about the Chasam Sofer.  

Here is the latest class, part of the new Festive Friday series, about the Friday night song Shalom Aleichem. (5:29)


Shabbos Parshas...Noach
English dates: Friday/SaturdayOct. 8-9
Candle-Lighting6:38 PM
Friday Mincha6:38 PM
Dr. Bela Glaser memorial Chumash Shiur8:30 AM
Shacharis9:00 AM
Sof Zman Krias Shema (GR"A/Baal Hatanya)10:22 AM
Navi Shiur5:50 PM
Shabbos Mincha6:20 PM
Maariv7:45 PM
Mincha the following Sunday through Thursday6:35 PM
Weekday Davening Times
Shacharis
Sunday8:00 AM
Monday-Friday6:45 AM
Legal Holidays8:00 AM


--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Thursday, October 7, 2021

HJC Torah: Parshas Noach (5:11)

I want to thank many of you for the wonderful feedback I've been receiving all week. Keep it coming. 

A brief thought on the new post-flood world we all live in. (5:11)


--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Wednesday, October 6, 2021

HJC Torah: Yehoshua Chapter One (5:54)

Today's idea: Nach Wednesdays. Going through Nach one chapter or so at a time, in order. Except maybe when a special time of year makes another chapter more timely.
Yehoshua Chapter 1 (5:54)




--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021

HJC Torah: Tanya Tuesday

A new series for Tuesdays, Tanya Tuesdays, I will try to focus on one chapter a week, summarizing and shedding light on the main idea of that chapter, not reading it inside the text as most shiurim do.

Tanya, Sefer shel Beinonim, Introductory Shiur. Chapter 0: The cover page. 
Length: 5:45
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/raphael-davidovich

--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Monday, October 4, 2021

HJC Torah: Mitzvah Mondays

Trying something new: Going through the 613 Mitzvos. At least one mitzvah every Monday. For now, it will just be in summary format, to keep the length down. 
Depending on interest, we might expand and elaborate on ideas in subsequent classes.

Starting with Mitzvah #1, Pru U'Rvu (6:33)


Feedback will determine if we continue this or move on to other ideas.


--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Sunday, October 3, 2021

HJC News - Mashiv HaRuach uMorid HaGeshem (6:42)

Here is the latest talk, on the relevance of saying "Mashiv Haruach U'Morid HaGeshem"  in our davening. (6:42) 

https://open.spotify.com/show/4YgmKxQo2BuVnsLnXNACJ7

The hjcs website had some difficulties last week, so let me know if it's working properly. Or sign up for a podcast service so you can hear the talks as podcasts.


--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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Friday, October 1, 2021

HJC News - Parshas Bereishis - Shabbos Mevorchim

Shalosh Seudos is sponsored by Larry and Barbara Mervine to commemorate the Yahrzeit of Larry's mother Tziporah Bas Ahron Hacohen.

This Shabbos is Shabbos Mevorchim.  Rosh Chodesh Marcheshvan is this coming Wednesday and Thursday.

Shabbos Parshas...Bereishis
English dates: Friday/SaturdayOct. 1-2
Shabbos Mevorchim
Candle-Lighting6:49 PM
Friday Mincha6:49 PM
Dr. Bela Glaser memorial Chumash Shiur8:30 AM
Shacharis9:00 AM
Sof Zman Krias Shema (GR"A/Baal Hatanya)10:20 AM
Navi Shiur6:05 PM
Shabbos Mincha6:35 PM
Maariv7:56 PM
Mincha the following Sunday through Thursday6:45 PM
Weekday Davening Times
Shacharis
Sunday8:00 AM
Monday-Friday6:45 AM
Legal Holidays8:00 AM
Rosh Chodesh Marcheshvan (Wed.Oct 6-Thurs., Oct.7) 6:30 AM
--
Rabbi Raphael Davidovich
Heights Jewish Center
14270 Cedar Road
University Heights, OH 44121

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