Magen David Sephardic Congregation 

         Beit Eliahu Synagogue

       11215 Woodglen Drive

        Rockville, MD  20852

     301-770-6818

 

The Sephardic Synagogue of the Nations Capital

 

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Contents

Service Schedule   

 

Friday, June 12

7:00 am Shaharit

6:15 pm Shir Hashirim

6:30 pm Minha/Kabbalat Shabbat

8:16 pm Candle Lighting

 

Shabbat, June 13

Parasha Shelach

8:30 am Shaharit

10:30 am Shabbat Youth Program

7:30 pm Minha followed by Seudah Shelisheet

8:45 pm Arvit

9:24 pm Shabbat Ends/Havdala 

 

Sunday, June 14

8:00 am Shaharit                               

 

Weekly Service Schedule

7:00 am Shaharit

6:45 am Wednesday & Thrursday Rosh Hodesh    

 

 

Shabbat Kiddush 

 

The Shabbat Kiddush is sponsored by KBF.
 

The Seudah Shelisheet is sponsored by KBF.


 

Why not sponsor a Kiddush lunch or Seudah Shelisheet in honor or memory of a loved one? Contact Andy Suissa at [email protected] or 301-346-4212 for more information.

The Exodus from Syria; A Personal Account of the 1992 Wave of Jewish Immigration
Wednesday, June 24, 7:30 pm

As Syria is ravaged by civil war, we are continuously learning of the colorful sects and religions that had long co-existed within its borders. As a critical juncture between Asia Minor, Africa, and the Far East, Syria had always hosted a vibrant Jewish community and was a theater for critical events in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.  The Syrian Jewish community no longer exists within Syria and the beautiful synagogues stand as mausoleums to a rich heritage. This lecture is a personal account of the beginnings of the last wave of Jewish immigration from Syria.
 

This event is free to everyone, but registration is required.  

Please rsvp using this link  or email the office at [email protected]

 

Sisterhood News

We will be helping out at Manna Food Center on Tuesday, June 16, 7-9 pm.  Please consider joining us.  Email Debbie Shemony with any questions or to sign up to attend.

 

The Sisterhood Book Club is reading The Rembrandt Affair by Daniel Silva. The book is at the Montgomery County Library and is available for download from Barnes and Noble and Amazon. The next meeting will be held in August; the exact date is to be announced. New members are encouraged to join us. Please contact Jan Sedaka at [email protected].

 

The next book to be read by the sisterhood is The Last Jew by Noah Gordon

contact Jan Sedaka  if you're interested in attending.

 

If you can help out any Shabbat morning with Kiddush preparation please email Orly Mechaly. We need your support!

 

Breakfast at MDSC

 

Join us Monday through Friday to start your day with both spiritual AND physical nourishment. Shaharit begins at 7am; noshes follow immediately after prayers.

 

Sponsored by the MDSC Men's Club.

 
Bikur Cholim
MDSC has formed a committee to participate in Bikur Cholim, "visiting the sick".  Bikur cholim provides comfort and support to those that are ill and the elderly.  Bikur Cholim can include such activities as:
  • visiting patients in the hospital, rehabilitation center, or nursing home
  • visiting people who are home bound
  • driving people to doctor appointments
  • grocery shopping and errands
  • telephoning the sick or isolated senior
If you are aware of any member of our community in need, please contact the members of the Bikur Cholim committee.  If you would like to participate in this very rewarding mitzvah, please contact Jacob Elbaz at [email protected] 202-257-8518

 

 
 PJ Library 

Magen David is a proud sponsor of the PJ Library

 

PJ Library� (PJ, as in "pajamas") provides families raising Jewish children from 6 months-8 years old with a FREE treasury of high-quality, expertly-selected and kid-tested (!) Jewish books and music each month.  Keep an eye out for your special delivery of books. 

PJ Library in Greater Washington is a gift from The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, the United Jewish Endowment Fund and generous local donors.  

Shabbat Opportunities for Our Children

 

We would love to see your child participate more actively in Shabbat services! There are many opportunities for children of all ages to take part in the prayers.


Girls 5-10 years old, and boys 5-12, may do one or more of the following:
1) Assist with opening and closing the Ark when we remove/return the Torah scrolls
2) Carry the Sefer Haftarot (post-Bar Mitzvah boys may carry the Torah)
3) Stand at the Tevah and assist in chanting Kabbalat Shabbat (Friday night), Nishmat Kol Hai, Yishtabach, Shema Yisrael, El Adon, Kedusha or Ein Kelohenu.


Boys who can read Hebrew and are 7 years of age or older may read an Aliyah of the Torah and/or Haftara on Shabbat. Girls who can read Hebrew may prepare to chant a section of Shir Hashirim on Friday Night, or a portion of one of the Megillot on Purim, Pesah, Shavuot or Sukkot. 


Please contact the Gabbai and make arrangements for your child to take advantage of one of these beautiful opportunities for participation in our services.

Rami Levi [email protected]

 

Haftara Requests
Please note that if you wish to read the Haftara on a specific Shabbat you must communicate this to the Gabbai four weeks in advance. The first person to reserve a particular Haftara will be given that Haftara - no reassignments will be made, regardless of circumstances. Since the Gabbai cannot take responsibility for keeping track of all of your memorial dates, azkarot, etc.,  please be sure to take the initiative and reserve the Haftarah that you need four weeks ahead of time. You can reach the Gabbi at 301-775-9662 or by email at [email protected] 
In The Community... 


 

Grand Slam Sunday: Jewish Community Day at Nats Park!

Sunday, August 30  Washington Nationals vs. Miami Marlins, 1:35 pm first pitch


 

Caf� Sunflower & Bakery is thrilled to be open in Rockville!  Please stop in. We are located in the lobby of 6101 Executive Blvd., North Bethesda between Montrose Pkwy and Old Georgetown. Open Mondays through Fridays from 8:00-4:30.Caf� Sunflower & Bakery is under the kosher supervision of the Rabbinical Council of Greater Washington.

 

As you may know, the purpose of Caf� Sunflower & Bakery is to provide employment, training and community integration for individuals with developmental or other cognitive disabilities. These young adults are learning all Caf� operations including customer service, business management and marketing and sales.  Caf� Sunflower & Bakery is an initiative of Sunflower Bakery in collaboration with the Jewish Foundation for Group Homes, Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and United Jewish Endowment Fund.  Our phone number is 301.321.3280."

 

Explore Israel on a Taglit-Birthright Israel: Shorashim-JNF Israel Adventure Trip 

With Shorashim and JNF you experience the awesome adventure of Israel from the inside, through the eyes and hearts of Israeli participants. Travel for 10 days with Israeli friends and staff who share the beauty, excitement and complexities of their country with you.
This trip is a gift from Taglit-Birthright Israel. For more information or to register now, visit israelwithisraelis.com.

In The Sanctuary...
Please note that it is customary not to enter or leave the sanctuary during the silent Amida.
Eruv Status
To check the status of the eruv, call 240-627-1661 later Friday afternoons.

 
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