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Volume 26 Number 20| 9 Shevat, 5785 | February 7, '25

 

Chabad Weekly Update

Volume 26 Number 20| 9 Shevat, 5785 | February 7, '25
 
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Message from the Rabbi
 

This Shabbat, the 10th of Shevat, is the anniversary of the Rebbe officially accepting the mantle of leadership of the Chabad-Lubavitch movement, on the first anniversary of his predecessor’s passing.

Before the Sixth Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneerson, of righteous memory, passed away, he published a 20-chapter discourse titled “Basi Legani” on various esoteric Chassidic concepts, all with practical, down-to-earth applications. It served as a last will and testament of sorts, guiding his followers in the days and years after his passing.

Every year, on the yahrzeit, the Rebbe would deliver a discourse of his own, each year elaborating on another chapter of the original discourse.

The 15th chapter of the discourse focuses on how the only way we can experience G-dliness in our own finite existence is by G-d condensing His Essence in a way that allows us to relate to Him. This doesn’t mean that we don’t see actual G-dliness; rather, the condensing, or “tzimtzum” as it’s referred to, is also part of G-dliness. So whatever seemingly watered down version we are able to access, at the end of the day we can access it because G-d wants us to.

So instead of viewing this as a deficiency, it is to be seen as G-d’s greatest gift to us. He allows for His most sublime Essence, which is infinitely beyond anything we can imagine and relate to, to become part of our lives. This isn’t a secondary exposure to G-dliness, it is the actual ray of G-d’s Light right there, even when all we think we see is darkness.

This was the Rebbe’s mission from his first day as leader of Chabad—to remind us that everything we see around us is G-dliness, and therefore every interaction we have with a fellow Jew must be with the goal of increasing the Divine revelation wherever we are.

This will be fulfilled in its complete form with the ultimate redemption and the coming of Moshiach, may it happen in our times!

Shabbat shalom,

Candle Lighting Times
Carlsbad and Encinitas

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE:

Friday, February 7 @ 5:09pm

Shabbat Ends: Saturday, February 8 @ 6:06pm

Need Shabbat candles? Come pick up a Shabbat Candle lighting kit with the prayers and instructions.

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE

Holidays & SHABBOS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
NO Evening Services & YES Morning Services & YES Soup and Challah

IMPORTANT SHABBOS OBSERVANCES THIS WEEK

This Shabbos is the 10th day of Shvat. It is the Yarzeit of the previous Rebbe, known as the Rebbe RaYatz, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Shneerson, of saintly memory. Chabad Chasidim around the world undertake several observances in honor of this special day. We light a Yarzeit candle before Shabbos on Friday afternoon. We learn extra Torah in memory of the Rebbe. And we participate in Chasidic gatherings (Farbrengen).

During our Kiddush this week, which is in loving memory of Dr. Mike Schwartz, we will have a Farbrengen. The Rabbi will not only recount episodes from the Rebbe’s extraordinary life, but he will also give a brief synopsis of the discourse associated with the day, Basi Li’Gani (I have come to Your special garden.) Our Rebbe would give additional insights into this Maamer every year on the 10th of Shvat, as he viewed it as the previous Rebbe’s marching orders for our generation.

Everyone is strongly encouraged to join in the uplifting and meaningful observances.

 

HONORING DR. MIKE THIS SHABBOS

Often times when Dr. Mike entered the shul he would announce, “The Schwartz is with us!” What a character! We are dedicating this week’s Kiddush to Dr. Mike, as we commemorate a precious soul who added so much to our community family.

PLEASE JOIN WITH US AS WE PAY TRIBUTE TO OUR BELOVED SHUL GREETER.

 

Purim Sponsor/s Sought

Purim, the most joyous of Jewish holidays, is not too far off. We will be offering several events to celebrate in grand style. We will also be sending our beautiful Shalach Manos / Gift Packages to our friends and supporters. We are seeking a sponsor or sponsors who will help underwrite the costs associated with this wonderful project. It is considered a great merit to dedicate such an important holiday and its associated observances.

If you are interested in further information please respond  to this message.

 

TU BISHVAT IS COMING Wednesday at 7pm

 

 

The Guest Program at the International Conference of Shluchos

Click for more information and to see the schedule. Call Nechama (760.612.9787) or Chaya (786.543.8772) or Muka (760.809.2996) for a personalized invitation. 

 


 

JLI COURSE -  ‘DECODING THE TALMUD’ Off to a GREAT Start

Lesson One covered an overview of the various component parts of the Talmud, an explanation of the Jewish fixation on studying law, the differences between secular law and Jewish law (known as Halachah), and an analysis of how the act of studying Torah, and particularly Talmud, binds created beings with their Creator in the most profound way possible.

Lesson Two, which is on Tuesday night from 7 – 8:30pm will cover the Mishnah, the earliest part of the Talmud, which is comprised of six ‘orders’, and was compiled by the great Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi. Why did he commit the teachings of the ‘Oral Torah’ to writing? What did this gargantuan task accomplish? Why are we taught that the power of Mishnah study uplifts our souls and our surroundings? All of this and more will be covered.

To get a better idea of what’s coming check out this link: www.MyJLI.com/Talmud.

The class will be offered in person at the shul, on Facebook Live (must be ‘friends’ with Yeruchem Eilfort), and on Zoom (Zoom link follows).

Topic: Coastal Chabads' Zoom Meeting

Time: Feb 11, 2025 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)       

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83543794736?pwd=dqNaxegMisv9nzaGbqpBAPVdiaKX0H.1

Meeting ID: 835 4379 4736

Passcode: Chabad

Call for discount codes & scholarship information.          Register at Chabadatlacosta.com/JLI or              

www.myJLI.com/learn/Carlsbad

 

Weekly Torah Class with Rabbi Sholom

Join Rabbi Sholom Eilfort, virtually, as he gives a weekly class in the Torah Portion. You can view the class on Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort’s Facebook feed (must be Facebook “Friends” with Rabbi Eilfort to be able to see the class).

A number of commentaries are curated to make the class profound while also covering the basics. Everyone is invited to join. There is no cost to participate.

Thursdays at 6pm.

 



 

Hebrew School News – HEBREW IMMERSION!

We started a curriculum where we will go through all of the Alef Bet and learn about something that we are grateful for, starting with the letter of the week. 
The first week was א אור . Alef for Ohr- light. And we made lanterns. 
The second week was ב בית. Bet for Bayit- house and we made Birchat Habayit   to hang in our homes. 
Then we learned about Geshem- rain and made rain in a bottle! 
We talked about Dibbur for daled - Language.
We are up to Hey for Horim - Parents. We made cards for out Ema and Abba.
Vav focused on infants - Valad and how we have grown.
Chanukah is here!
Zayin for Zemer - music/song. We sang Karaoke
Chet for Chaver - Friend. We skateboarded with Yaakov.
Tet for Taam - Taste and Reason. We learned the Brachot for food.
Yud for Yom Tov - Holiday and Yad - Hand
Chof for Kochavim - Stars We made stars and sand art.
Lamed for Lechem - Bread We made focaccia art!

The children have also begun alef champ which is a self paced Hebrew reading program. 

I am so proud of all of our ckids students and parents ❤

 

   

 



 

Kiddush Sponsor – SPONSORS SOUGHT

This week’s Kiddush is being sponsored by Cindy and Steve Walker, Rabbi and Rebbetzin Yeruchem and Nechama Eilfort, Rabbi and Rebbetzin Elia and Chaya Eilfort, Sheila Lebovitz, Kayla Perez, Mintz family, Buenaventura family, and Tyler Scholl in memory of Dr. Mike Schwartz. 


THIS WEEK’S KIDDUSH MENU
Sparkling Kiddush Wine
‘Home-Baked’ Challah
Garden Green Salad 
Rebbetzin Nechama’s Special Fried Gefilte Fish Balls 
Channah’s Recipe Egg Salad 
Pasta Salad 
Grammy’s Own Cucumber Salad 
Cobb Salad
Kayla’s Spectacular Fresh Guacamole / Chips THANK YOU MICHAEL SPINNER FOR THE AVOCADOS! 
Freshly Made Salsa
Soup
Fresh Fruit
Naomi’s Golden Cake with Chocolate Ganache 
Halva

ADDITIONAL SPONSORS ARE WELCOME.

Each Shabbos after services, our beautiful community enjoys Shabbos lunch together. It is a true celebration where we bask in each other’s company while savoring delicious food.

YOU ARE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE

We are always seeking additional sponsors, so if you can sponsor a Kiddush, please let us know.

An Important Note about Kiddushes –

The policy of the shul is to allow multiple sponsors for every Kiddush unless it is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or something similar (like a 50th wedding anniversary etc.).

There is no such thing as an exclusive Kiddush sponsor.

This is our policy for numerous reasons, not least of which is the fact that Kiddush sponsorships help generate much-needed income for our community and encourages more people to participate.

We thank you for your support and understanding!

Soup & Challah Sponsors

Soup and Challah is being sponsored by Clive Walden & the estate of Channah Hale.

NEED MORE DRIVERS, Thank you Sharna Skjei and Christine Clancy and Leesa Glaser for volunteering.

Challah is delivered to Mental Health Residential Centers in the area, people undergoing chemotherapy, and people who really love the addition to their Shabbos experience. 

Deliver and get a bag of challah for your family as well!

 

RABBI'S WEEKLY ARTICLE
Rabbi's Thoughts and Haftarah Overview

Shabbos Parshas Beshalach

Judges 4:4-5:31.

This week's haftorah describes the fall of the Canaanite general Sisera and his armies, who were swept away by the Kishon River, and Deborah's ensuing song of thanks. This parallels this week's Torah portion which discusses the drowning of the Egyptian forces in the Red Sea and and the subsequent songs led by Moses and Miriam.

Deborah the Prophetess was the leader and judge of the Israelites at a difficult time; the Israelites were being persecuted by King Jabin of Canaan and his general Sisera. Deborah summoned Barak son of Abinoam and transmitted to him G‑d's instruction: "Go and gather your men toward Mount Tabor, and take with you ten thousand men of the children of Naphtali and Zebulun. And I shall draw to you, to the brook Kishon, Sisera, the chieftain of Jabin's army, with his chariots and his multitude; and I will give him into your hand." At Barak's request, Deborah accompanied him, and together they led the offensive.

Sisera was informed of the Israelites' mobilization and he gathered his forces and proceeded towards the Kishon River. Barak's army below and the heavens above waged battle against the Canaanites and utterly destroyed them. The river washed them all away; not one of the enemy survived.

The defeated general fled on foot and arrived at the tent of Jael, wife of Heber the Kenite. She invited him in and offered to hide him. When he fell asleep, Jael took a tent-peg and knocked it through Sisera's temple.

The next chapter of the  haftorah is the Song of Deborah, which describes the miraculous victory and thanks the One Above for His assistance.

 

SPECIAL WISHES
Condolences | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Yarzeits

PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDAR FOR BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, AND YARZEITS AS WELL AS OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND NEWS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Rachel Rossenfeld, James Brown, and all those celebrating their birthdays this week!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating anniversaries this week!

WE REMEMBER the Previous Lubavitcher Rebbe, Evelyn Zone, Dr. Charles Fish, Bruce Fisch, Jeffrey Hale, Molly Seigal, and all of those whose Yarzeit is observed this week.

May Doreen Prager, Rachel Perez, Clive Walden, Sheila Lebovitz, Adam Lemberger, Sandy Radom, Rachel bas Shoshana, Roz Mintz, Sandra Sapol, Penny Chapman, Marissa Sacco, Greg Leon, and Shari Ferguson be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery!

Kiddush Sponsors:

We need Kiddush sponsors for the January Kiddushes. Please contact the shul as soon as possible if you want to sponsor a Kiddush. 

February 15: Alter family in memory of Werner Markus obm

......

March 22: Miriam Reisman in memory of Jacob Reisman obm

 

KIDDUSH SPONSORS NEEDED

Sponsoring a Kiddush is a great way to feel part of the Chabad at La Costa family!
(You can co-sponsor a Kiddush)

FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERING
Giving & Helping Opportunities

Security Guard Sponsor Sought – Can You Help?

We have a wonderful security guard who keeps a watch over us while we are in services. The cost is $250 per week. We are looking for a sponsor this week and future weeks. If you are able to help please donate securely by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/donate. Thank you!

 

How to Make a Donation (or Payment)

We would be nowhere without the generous support of our community. Please know that your support is profoundly appreciated!

There are many ways to donate besides checks and cash. Following, please find a list of the various other ‘platforms’ that are available for secure donations that go directly and entirely into the synagogue account (even though they say Nechama's name).

1. PayPal  [email protected]  or PayPal.me/Neilfort

2. Venmo @Nechama-Eilfort

3. Cashapp $nechamae

4. Zelle (Bank of America)   [email protected]

5. Personal credit card     chabadatlacosta.com/donate

6. Join our Legacy Circle - see below

 

Volunteering

Our Soup and Challah Project has been going on its FOURTH year! It was sponsored by Channah Hale and now carried on in her memory.

We are at the point that we need NEW volunteers to drive and deliver food packages around the area.

Please consider making this a part of your Friday routine. Volunteers pick up a few containers of soup and bags of challah at 3:00pm and delivering them to the door of the recipients. Volunteers also get soup and challah!

Enhanced Security

Our number one priority is to ensure the safety and security of our shul family. We have a robust security system in place. We have gone to the added expense of hiring a uniformed, armed guard, who is with us, watching over us, in addition to our internal security team. 

The added layer of security is expensive. Please help us by donating to the security of our shul community by following this link: www.chabadatlacosta.com/donate. The cost is approximately $300 per week. All donations are tax-deductible.

 

New Mitzvah Opportunity

Bikur Cholim of SD Volunteers Needed! Message me if you would like me to share the spreadsheet for visitation hours.

There are a number of patients at UCSD La Jolla that have come from Israel to receive transplants here. They need our help!

Bikur Cholim of S Diego is a community organization helping the sick with care packages, visitation, driving spouses to and from the hospital, etc.

If you are able to give a few hours of your time, it will make another person's day that much better!

To get involved, sign up at www.BikurCholimSD.com

 

The Foundation Project  - City Approved Plan

We are raising funds that will be used towards completing our basement. This project will include a TEEN LOUNGE, CLASSROOMS, a LIBRARY, OFFICES, STORAGE SPACE, BATHROOMS, and more. Call Rabbi to inquire about available dedications. The money we raise also goes towards scholarships for Hebrew School students, our Challah and Chicken Soup program, and all of our ongoing expenses.

New Dedications available www.chabadatlacosta.com/JLC

Create Your Jewish Legacy Plan for the Future - Now

We have been blessed with life! Yet, we know that no one lives forever. This begs the question, “What will your legacy be?” Most of us have children, and they certainly should figure prominently into our plans. But our children are only a part of what we leave behind. Just as we endeavor to give Tzedakah generously, so as to selflessly make the world a better place while we are alive, so too we need to make sure that we leave a percentage of our estates for the benefit of others. Judaism tells us that it is incumbent upon us to leave the world better than when we found it. We do this by giving Tzedakah.

We can help.

Chabad has partnered with the Jewish Community Foundation in the creation of our Legacy Circle "Generation to Generation - Ensuring a Jewish Tomorrow, Today".  Many people do not prepare appropriately for the inevitable. They do not leave a will, or even if they do it is not consistent with Jewish Law. If one wants his body to be handled with the respect and care mandated by Jewish Law or if one wants the funeral service conducted according to Jewish Law, it must be arranged in advance. Don’t leave these critical details to luck!

Contact Rabbi Eilfort for a private appointment so these important matters can be handled how you want.

Send a personal email to [email protected] to schedule an appointment today.  

We honor our Legacy Circle Members*:

Joel Barnett

Angela Chapman

Beverly Galperin

Anonymous 1

Channah Hale

Len Hyman

Devorah Katz

Sheila Lebovitz

Ilyse Loven

David Markoff

Anonymous 2

Karen Miller

Ed Richard

Steve & Linda Rivkin

Ira Schechtel

Sharon Silverstein

Steve and Cindy Marion Walker

Anonymous 3

  *Has provided Chabad with a Declaration of Intent. 

Click here for a Declaration of Intent and more information

 

Memorial Plaques & Tree of Life Plaques Available

Our beautiful Memorial Boards have been installed. We specifically designed our custom-built bookcases to ‘frame’ each of the boards. The first Memorial Board was dedicated by the Brunelle Family, the second Board was dedicated by the Alter Family, and the new Board has been dedicated by Miriam Reisman in memory of her husband, Harold.

We are currently offering Memorial Plaques to those who wish to perpetually honor the memory of a loved one in a most dignified and permanent manner. Those who dedicate Memorial Plaques will also receive yearly reminders of the Yarzeit in the newsletter and in the calendar and the light on the Board will be illuminated each year on the Yarzeit. The donation is only $500 per Memorial Board plaque.

We also have a gorgeous Tree of Life dedicated by the Lieberman Family that has been ‘growing. The purpose of the plaques on the Tree of Life is to commemorate joyous occasions (like Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversaries, special birthdays, weddings etc.). The donation is $180 for a leaf on the Tree of Life.

Those who wish to participate should send an email to   [email protected], or call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891.

We are excited to designate a section of our Tree of Life to our Legacy Circle. Watch the Tree and see article above. ​

 

CHABAD VIRTUAL & IN PERSON Classes
Get Some Class

We have an ever-expanding menu of online learning opportunities for everyone. Below please find an overview of our current classes and a schedule of when you can join in on Facebook Live. If you miss the live class you can watch the recorded version, on Facebook.

 

JLI Course - this series of courses requires registration...
 

 

 Coastal Gan - GROWING AGAIN!

We are looking for NEW STUDENTS and NEW STAFF

We are accepting infant and preschool age children.

 

I Please Like the shul’s Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/ChabadatLaCosta

For up to date pictures and announcements follow our Facebook Page and join our community Group.  

A COMMUNITY FOR YOU AND ME
Coastal Chabads are here for YOU

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Kosher Food Options in SD:

Ralph's La Jolla - a full service Kosher market, bakery, and deli, dairy (CY) also available. Store Hours 5am to 1am. Counter hours 9-5 (Fridays 9-2)
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-597-1550
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego and RCC
  

Harissa - Mediterranean Cuisine  (used to be Botanic Burger) Sun 10:30am-5:30pm  Mon-Thurs 10:30am-8pm
4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 (in the JCC)
858-362-1353
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego 
  

Parisien Gourmandises - Dairy items NOT CY Pareve items are acceptable, some CY items available  M-Th 9am-5:30pm 
7643 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (inside Floral Palette La Jolla)
858-352-6552
KSA Kosher
  

Spice at the Oceanview cafeteria UCSD - Spice station is a international themed restaurant, located within the Oceanview Terrace at UCSD. Hrs?
9500 Gilman Drive 0512, Thurgood Marshall College, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 822-1677
Star-K
  

Hamitbach - Israeli street food S-Th 11am-7pm F 11am-3pm
5664 Mission Center Rd #402, San Diego, CA 92108
Vaad HaRabbonim of San Diego

La Mesa Pizzaworks - Classic & Unique Pizzas. Ice cream Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri 11am-2pm
Saturdays Closed (check out our social media and website for special Saturday Nights that we will be open) 
Dine in and takeout 
Lamesapizzaworks.com
7406 University ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Boker Kitchen - Coffee, Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza S-Th 9am-8pm F 9am-3pm
8935 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

K-Dogs - Kosher hot dog stand

Follow on Instagram to find location
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel

Meats and Eats -  Shopping for kosher meat, and poultry, mostly frozen goods. Packaged groceries and baked goods. M-Th 9am -7pm
12925 El Camino Real J-0, San Diego, CA 92130
(760) 756-7437

Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Check packages for Kosher status. 

Mega Glatt Mart - Large variety of meat and groceries. Hours S-Th 9-6 Fr 9-3
6375 El Cajon Blvd suite F San Diego, CA 92115
(310) 663-6528
Prepackaged items under RCC Check packages for Kosher status.
 

 

DAILY JEWISH NEWS Available in Your Inbox for Free!

Sign up, as we have, for the daily Jewish news by subscribing to the www.sdjewishworld.com. Our dear friend and noted writer, Don Harrison, curates a refreshing variety of Jewish-interest stories. The daily emails are refreshing, as they come from a Jewish perspective. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Simply logon to the website and follow the prompts to subscribe.

 

Security Protocols

Everyone is Subject to Search

No Firearms (We have a well-defined security plan in effect and any unauthorized firearms could create confusion and actually reduce security).

Backpacks Prohibited

All Bags Subject to Search

 

Need a Minyan?

If you need a Minyan to say Kaddish please give the office at least a few days’ notice. We are happy to provide this important service, but it takes time to arrange enough participants to assure the quorum is present. Please email   [email protected] your request.

 

Shabbat Services with Meaning & Joy

Every Saturday we get together to celebrate the holy Shabbat in song and prayer. Our services are both traditional and user-friendly, as we fully recognize that not everyone has experience Davening (praying) in a traditional setting. What those who have joined have found is that the atmosphere in our synagogue is conducive to meaningful meditation. A knowledge of Hebrew is not necessary to participate. In fact, the only thing that is needed is the desire to learn and to connect to the Almighty. It is an enriching experience not to be missed! Shabbat services begin at 10am and conclude at approximately 12:30pm and are followed by a wonderful community lunch. There is no cost to attend and reservations are not needed.

 

Membership

NOW is the time to join the family! Membership includes High Holiday seats and discounts on other programs and activities. However, the main reason to join is to demonstrate your commitment to the future of Judaism in our area and to our community.

If you have already filled out and returned your Membership form please accept this message as our sincere thank you!

We urge you to pick the level of Membership and the financial commitment you feel comfortable with, and to fill out the form that you will find by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/membership. We thank all of our amazing donors!

 

Belonging to a Jewish Community is not only gratifying and fulfilling it is also extremely important, for within the community one finds a place to connect with G-d and one’s soul, a place of learning and spiritual enrichment, a great source of friends, a place to bestow one’s Jewish legacy upon his or her child/ren, and so much more. Check out   www.ChabadatLaCosta.com to learn more. 

The beauty of OUR Jewish Community is that we offer so many different options that everyone is sure to find something enriching and meaningful. Below please find a partial list of some of our current offerings. If you have never come by before pick an item or two and try it out. If you have already tried an item or two find another one that sounds interesting and give it a whirl. “Connection” – that is the name of the game and that is precisely what you will find here! 

*Daily Minyan   *Shabbat Services   *Weekly Kiddush Luncheon   *Mysticism Classes   *Torah Portion Class   *Hebrew School   *Bar/Bat Mitzvah Training   *Mommy and Me   *Family Friday Night Services and Dinner   *Women’s Group   *Youth Activities   *Pastoral Counseling   *Holiday Programming   *Community Meals   *Hospital Visitation   *Weekly Email Updates   *Hospital Visitation   *Mezuzah Campaign   *Jewish Heritage Workshops   *Jewish Learning Institute Affiliate *Jewish Encinitas *Chabad of Carlsbad N *Coastal Gan Preschool *Ckids Hebrew School

 

Shul Etiquette

Those who join us regularly for Shabbat services will agree that we have something very special going. The family-friendly atmosphere is unique and most inviting. We welcome everyone as though he/she is a long time member of the family.

At the same time it is important to remember that we are a synagogue. Our sanctuary is meant to be a place where it is conducive to finding inner peace and tranquility. That is why the Rabbis have many laws concerning the decorum of a shul.

It is appropriate to dress modestly and to dress somewhat formally in shul. Men should wear button down shirts, slacks (no jeans or shorts), with jackets and even ties when possible. Of course the head is to be kept covered at all times. Women should wear skirts that go past the knees and blouses with high neck lines and sleeves that cover the elbows. Married women should wear hats and the like.

Children must be supervised at all times by the parents except during Junior Congregation (11:30am). While we want the children to have a great time together it is also important that they do not become so wild and/or boisterous that they disturb those of us who are participating in the services.

We must remember that we should walk to shul and never park in the parking lot if there already eight cars parked. Finally, and we fully realize this goes against Jewish DNA, it is appropriate to come to shul ON TIME. While we know everyone is vying to be counted as the 10th, we are equally sure Hashem will give extra credit to those who come ON TIME at 10am (not to be confused with 11:30). We look forward to seeing you here!

 

Cell Phones & Chatting During Services

Needless to say the sanctuary on Shabbat or holidays is a place that must be conducive to reflective prayers and serenity. To help keep it this way, please refrain from engaging in any conversations during services and please do not bring in your cell phone. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Critical Maintenance Issue – Your Cooperation Needed

PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY thing that may be flushed is toilet paper – NO EXCEPTIONS. This means tissue, baby wipes, paper towels, or any other product may NEVER be flushed, but instead must be disposed of in the provided trash receptacles.

THANK YOU for your cooperation!

 

Public Service Announcement – Let’s Work TOGETHER to Maintain OUR Shul

We have a beautiful shul. Everyone agrees. It is not easy to maintain everything, but we work hard to keep things clean and in good working order. We need your help.

Our sanctuary is graced with gorgeous, custom made, stained glass windows. These windows MUST be kept in pristine condition. Please respect the windows by only looking and never touching them. G-d forbid, they can easily be scratched if we are not careful. Also, please do not put ANY objects (cups, books, tissues etc.) on the window sills as it detracts from the windows.

Our custom-built furniture from Israel is as precious as it looks. People have put down cups (full and empty) on the partitions and the shelves. This is inappropriate. Children cannot sit on or climb on the furnishings – other than sitting in the pews as they were designed to be used. No exceptions.

Please put away your own Talis and prayer books, and replace the book racks when done using them. Please throw away your own garbage.

If we can all work together we will keep our shul beautiful!

THANK YOU for your understanding and cooperation.

 

Omni La Costa Resort Welcomes Chabad at La Costa Guests

We are pleased that our world-famous neighbor, the Omni La Costa Resort, has extended a special program offering all sorts of perks to those who book using the Chabad code when booking.

More than 600 people use the Chabad code each year ! Many people have expressed gratitude at having such world-class facilities in such close and convenient proximity to our Shul, and the joy at being to stay at the Omni and walk to Chabad for Shabbat services.

For discount details, to make your reservation, or to share the information with a friend, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/omni and click through. And remember to leave a positive review.

PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR SPONSORS
And let them know YOU SAW IT HERE

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► Marc Buksbaum is an experienced local transactional attorney and former certified public accountant. Marc has experience in a wide range of business matters, including corporate/venture formations, mergers and acquisitions, financing transactions, and supply chain transactions, and his colleagues also have extensive experience in complex real estate and estate planning matters. Marc is licensed to practice law in California and New York and is a Certified Public Accountant (on “inactive status”) licensed in New York. If you have any questions or need help with your legal matter please contact Marc  at: 
Marc Buksbaum
Attorney at Law 
JUDKINS GLATT & RICH LLP
2784 Gateway Road, Suite 104
Carlsbad, CA  92009 
T 760 438 2211
F 760 438 2014  

►Rina Coleman is an Enrolled Agent with more than 20 years experience preparing taxes for all walks of life. Please contact her at [email protected] for a free 15 minute consultation.

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It's almost all the same, until you have a claim!

Marc Nimetz
Farmers Insurance                                                
15644 Pomerado Road, Suite 104                                  
Poway, CA 92064
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858-866-8147 (Office)
858-603-4961 (Cell)
858-815-6930 (Fax)

Jonathan Rozansky : Your Chabad Real Estate Agent & Mortgage Broker 
Whether you are Selling, Buying or Refinancing your home, do not proceed without calling Jonathan Rozansky, a licensed realtor and mortgage professional, first.  Jonathan will look out for your best interest and can answer all your real estate and financing questions.  Call for a free market analysis report today.

Jonathan Rozansky
Direct   (619) 392-1234
[email protected]
www.rozanskyteam.com
DRE. # 01754457
NMLS ID : 315987

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760-525-5769 - Cell
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Specializing in Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Insurance! 

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• I will save you money on your insurance premiums.

• Call me for a free, no-obligation quote.

• References available upon request.

 

 Neal Sperling Business Development

Highly talented, highly experienced business development/marketing consultant to wide range of businesses and non-profits can help you to find innovative new ways to raise money, launch, brand, market, sell, merchandise, and promote your products, services, and organization. Has written and improved wide variety of business plans, marketing plans, obtained major grants/new funding for a wide variety of ventures. Has unique ability to study most any business, quickly and creatively identify new sources of potential revenue, reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and drive more sales in the quickest time frames. Recognized expert on how to drive new sales via the internet. Acclaimed speaker to Southern California business groups, and particularly known for being a great “connector” with ability to introduce you to a wide variety of hard-to-reach decision-makers in various fields. Strong background in consumer products, medical products, high tech, "clean tech," "green" products, non-profits, much more. Call for details: cell: 818-219-9585.

 

Dream Home Cinema

*Family Room Surround
*Wholesale House Audio
*Home Automation

Joseph Markowitz:
760-415-8742 
[email protected]

Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoos

I am a small Jewish farmer running my business in La Costa  called Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoo. I arrive with my animals at little children's birthday parties, senior homes,  graduation parties, and resorts in the area, to share my love of animals. I also do animal therapy with children and adults. Fantastic!! Call me to make an appointment or set up a birthday party.

Pam Glickman 760-535-5293

Healthy Haven Live Radio Show with Anna Mintz

Window Paintings and Murals by Eileen Tilt-Lavy contact info available

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Volume 26 Number 19| 2 Shevat, 5785 | January 31 '25

 

Chabad Weekly Update

Volume 26 Number 19| 2 Shevat, 5785 | January 31 '25
 
B"H
 
Message from the Rabbi
 

Life doesn’t always feel easy. There are times when we’re held back—by rules, responsibilities, or just the pressures of daily life. Some restrictions are good; they keep things running smoothly and help us live together as a society. But let’s be honest—sometimes, the limitations we feel aren’t from outside rules or expectations. They’re from within.

Have you ever felt stuck because of self-doubt or fear of standing out? Maybe you thought, “I could never do that,” or “What would people think?” These inner voices can be louder than anything else. But here’s the thing: those limits are often the ones we have the most power to shatter.

The Torah gives us a powerful example in the story of the Exodus. When G-d freed the Jewish people from Egypt (Mitzrayim), it wasn’t just about escaping physical slavery. The same Hebrew letters that spell “Mitzrayim” also spell “meitzarim,” which means boundaries or narrow spaces. The Jews didn’t just leave Egypt—they broke free from the things that were holding them back spiritually and emotionally. That strength, to push past limitations, was passed down to us.

Living as a Jew today isn’t always easy. Keeping kosher can be expensive, Shabbat can seem restrictive, and finding time to pray might feel impossible. But often, the hardest part is just deciding to try. Once we stop letting fear or uncertainty hold us back, we discover that these “limits” are smaller than we thought.

Change doesn’t happen overnight, but it starts with one decision: to take that first step. And as we do, we not only free ourselves—we find more joy, meaning, and connection in our lives.

Let’s keep growing together.

Shabbat shalom,

Candle Lighting Times
Carlsbad and Encinitas

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE:

Friday, January 31 @ 5:03pm

Shabbat Ends: Saturday, February 1 @ 6pm

Come pick up a Shabbat Candle lighting kit with the prayers and instructions.

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE

Holidays & SHABBOS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
NO Evening Services & YES Morning Services & YES Soup and Challah

Welcome Home

We thank Hashem for every hostage that has been returned and continue to pray for those still not home.

 

Purim Sponsor/s Sought

Purim, the most joyous of Jewish holidays, is not too far off. We will be offering several events to celebrate in grand style. We will also be sending our beautiful Shalach Manos / Gift Packages to our friends and supporters. We are seeking a sponsor or sponsors who will help underwrite the costs associated with this wonderful project. It is considered a great merit to dedicate such an important holiday and its associated observances.

If you are interested in further information please respond  to this message.

 

MEN’S CLUB THIS SUNDAY

All men are invited to join us for our monthly Men’s Club gathering, which will take place THIS Sunday, February 2nd, at 2pm. We share a word of Torah and shmooze about whatever is on peoples’ minds. We also have some refreshments. What can be better? There is no charge and no experience necessary to participate. Just bring a smile. 😊 

 

Visit Our Booth at the Coastal Roots Farm Tu bShvat Event on Sunday

We would love to have some community volunteers.        Rabbi Elia will be tabling at the Ask the Rabbi Booth!


 

NShei Chabad of S Diego Women's Event

Wednesday February 5th at 7pm - Let's carpool! Call me 760.612.9787

 

SAVE THE DATE – TU BISHVAT IS COMING

 

 

The Guest Program at the International Conference of Shluchos

Click for more information and to see the schedule. Call Nechama (760.612.9787) or Chaya (786.543.8772) or Muka (760.809.2996) for a personalized invitation. 

 


 

UPCOMING JLI COURSE -  ‘DECODING THE TALMUD’ COMING IN February 

 

A new 6 week course beginning Tuesday, Feb 4th at Chabad at La Costa

Call for discount codes & scholarship information.                         www.myJLI.com/learn/Carlsbad

 

 

Weekly Torah Class with Rabbi Sholom

Join Rabbi Sholom Eilfort, virtually, as he gives a weekly class in the Torah Portion. You can view the class on Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort’s Facebook feed (must be Facebook “Friends” with Rabbi Eilfort to be able to see the class).

A number of commentaries are curated to make the class profound while also covering the basics. Everyone is invited to join. There is no cost to participate.

Thursdays at 6pm.

 



 

Hebrew School News – HEBREW IMMERSION!

We started a curriculum where we will go through all of the Alef Bet and learn about something that we are grateful for, starting with the letter of the week. 
The first week was א אור . Alef for Ohr- light. And we made lanterns. 
The second week was ב בית. Bet for Bayit- house and we made Birchat Habayit   to hang in our homes. 
Then we learned about Geshem- rain and made rain in a bottle! 
We talked about Dibbur for daled - Language.
We are up to Hey for Horim - Parents. We made cards for out Ema and Abba.
Vav focused on infants - Valad and how we have grown.
Chanukah is here!
Zayin for Zemer - music/song. We sang Karaoke
Chet for Chaver - Friend. We skateboarded with Yaakov.
Tet for Taam - Taste and Reason. We learned the Brachot for food.
Yud for Yom Tov - Holiday and Yad - Hand
Chof for Kochavim - Stars We made stars and sand art.

The children have also begun alef champ which is a self paced Hebrew reading program. 

I am so proud of all of our ckids students and parents ❤

 

   

 



 

Kiddush Sponsor – SPONSORS SOUGHT

The Rabbi and Rebbetzin Eilfort are sponsoring the Kiddush this week in honor of their visiting children/grandchildren, Yonah and Rivka Fenton and family!

AN ADDITIONAL SPONSOR IS WELCOME.

Each Shabbos after services, our beautiful community enjoys Shabbos lunch together. It is a true celebration where we bask in each other’s company while savoring delicious food.

YOU ARE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE

We are always seeking additional sponsors, so if you can sponsor a Kiddush, please let us know.

An Important Note about Kiddushes –

The policy of the shul is to allow multiple sponsors for every Kiddush unless it is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or something similar (like a 50th wedding anniversary etc.).

There is no such thing as an exclusive Kiddush sponsor.

This is our policy for numerous reasons, not least of which is the fact that Kiddush sponsorships help generate much-needed income for our community and encourages more people to participate.

We thank you for your support and understanding!

Soup & Challah Sponsors

Soup and Challah is being sponsored by Clive Walden & the estate of Channah Hale.

NEED MORE DRIVERS, Thank you Sharna Skjei and Christine Clancy for volunteering.

Challah is delivered to Mental Health Residential Centers in the area, people undergoing chemotherapy, and people who really love the addition to their Shabbos experience. 

Deliver and get a bag of challah for your family as well!

 

RABBI'S WEEKLY ARTICLE
Rabbi's Thoughts and Haftarah Overview

Shabbos Parshas Bo

Jeremiah 46:13–28.

In this week’s Torah reading, we read of the devastation of the Egyptian nation through the final three of the Ten Plagues. In the haftorah we read of the punishment G‑d visited upon Egypt centuries later, through the hand of Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon.

G‑d reveals Egypt’s fate to Jeremiah: “Proclaim it in Egypt and let it be heard in Migdol, and let it be heard in Noph and in Tahpanhes. Say, ‘Stand fast and prepare yourself, for the sword has devoured round about you.’” The prophet then goes on to describe Egypt’s helplessness and the destruction that it will incur at the hands of the Babylonians.

The  haftorah ends with G‑d’s assurance to the Jewish people not to fear, for though they too will be punished and exiled, ultimately they will be redeemed:

“You fear not, O Jacob My servant, and be not dismayed, O Israel! for behold, I will redeem you from afar, and your children from the land of their captivity, and Jacob shall return and be quiet and at ease, and there shall be none who disturb his rest. You fear not, My servant Jacob, says the L‑rd, for I am with you, for I will make a full end of all the nations where I have driven you.”

 

SPECIAL WISHES
Condolences | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Yarzeits

PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDAR FOR BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, AND YARZEITS AS WELL AS OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND NEWS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Jesse Rozansky, Aviva Alter, Alissa French, Kaley French, and all those celebrating their birthdays this week!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating anniversaries this week!

WE REMEMBER Salomon Cohen, Florence Turtle, Rebecca Markovits, Anna Olkon, Milton Sprung, Lydmila Medvinsky, and all of those whose Yarzeit is observed this week.

May Mike Schwartz, Doreen Prager, Rachel Perez, Clive Walden, Sheila Lebovitz, Adam Lemberger, Sandy Radom, Rachel bas Shoshana, Roz Mintz, Sandra Sapol, Penny Chapman, Marissa Sacco, Greg Leon, and Shari Ferguson be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery!

Kiddush Sponsors:

We need Kiddush sponsors for the January Kiddushes. Please contact the shul as soon as possible if you want to sponsor a Kiddush. 

February 15: Alter family in memory of Werner Markus obm

......

March 22: Miriam Reisman in memory of Jacob Reisman obm

 

KIDDUSH SPONSORS NEEDED

Sponsoring a Kiddush is a great way to feel part of the Chabad at La Costa family!
(You can co-sponsor a Kiddush)

FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERING
Giving & Helping Opportunities

Security Guard Sponsor Sought – Can You Help?

We have a wonderful security guard who keeps a watch over us while we are in services. The cost is $250 per week. We are looking for a sponsor this week and future weeks. If you are able to help please donate securely by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/donate. Thank you!

 

How to Make a Donation (or Payment)

We would be nowhere without the generous support of our community. Please know that your support is profoundly appreciated!

There are many ways to donate besides checks and cash. Following, please find a list of the various other ‘platforms’ that are available for secure donations that go directly and entirely into the synagogue account (even though they say Nechama's name).

1. PayPal  [email protected]  or PayPal.me/Neilfort

2. Venmo @Nechama-Eilfort

3. Cashapp $nechamae

4. Zelle (Bank of America)   [email protected]

5. Personal credit card     chabadatlacosta.com/donate

6. Join our Legacy Circle - see below

 

Volunteering

Our Soup and Challah Project has been going on its FOURTH year! It was sponsored by Channah Hale and now carried on in her memory.

We are at the point that we need NEW volunteers to drive and deliver food packages around the area.

Please consider making this a part of your Friday routine. Volunteers pick up a few containers of soup and bags of challah at 3:00pm and delivering them to the door of the recipients. Volunteers also get soup and challah!

Enhanced Security

Our number one priority is to ensure the safety and security of our shul family. We have a robust security system in place. We have gone to the added expense of hiring a uniformed, armed guard, who is with us, watching over us, in addition to our internal security team. 

The added layer of security is expensive. Please help us by donating to the security of our shul community by following this link: www.chabadatlacosta.com/donate. The cost is approximately $300 per week. All donations are tax-deductible.

 

New Mitzvah Opportunity

Bikur Cholim of SD Volunteers Needed! Message me if you would like me to share the spreadsheet for visitation hours.

There are a number of patients at UCSD La Jolla that have come from Israel to receive transplants here. They need our help!

Bikur Cholim of S Diego is a community organization helping the sick with care packages, visitation, driving spouses to and from the hospital, etc.

If you are able to give a few hours of your time, it will make another person's day that much better!

To get involved, sign up at www.BikurCholimSD.com

 

The Foundation Project  - City Approved Plan

We are raising funds that will be used towards completing our basement. This project will include a TEEN LOUNGE, CLASSROOMS, a LIBRARY, OFFICES, STORAGE SPACE, BATHROOMS, and more. Call Rabbi to inquire about available dedications. The money we raise also goes towards scholarships for Hebrew School students, our Challah and Chicken Soup program, and all of our ongoing expenses.

New Dedications available www.chabadatlacosta.com/JLC

Create Your Jewish Legacy Plan for the Future - Now

We have been blessed with life! Yet, we know that no one lives forever. This begs the question, “What will your legacy be?” Most of us have children, and they certainly should figure prominently into our plans. But our children are only a part of what we leave behind. Just as we endeavor to give Tzedakah generously, so as to selflessly make the world a better place while we are alive, so too we need to make sure that we leave a percentage of our estates for the benefit of others. Judaism tells us that it is incumbent upon us to leave the world better than when we found it. We do this by giving Tzedakah.

We can help.

Chabad has partnered with the Jewish Community Foundation in the creation of our Legacy Circle "Generation to Generation - Ensuring a Jewish Tomorrow, Today".  Many people do not prepare appropriately for the inevitable. They do not leave a will, or even if they do it is not consistent with Jewish Law. If one wants his body to be handled with the respect and care mandated by Jewish Law or if one wants the funeral service conducted according to Jewish Law, it must be arranged in advance. Don’t leave these critical details to luck!

Contact Rabbi Eilfort for a private appointment so these important matters can be handled how you want.

Send a personal email to [email protected] to schedule an appointment today.  

We honor our Legacy Circle Members*:

Joel Barnett

Angela Chapman

Beverly Galperin

Anonymous 1

Channah Hale

Len Hyman

Devorah Katz

Sheila Lebovitz

Ilyse Loven

David Markoff

Anonymous 2

Karen Miller

Ed Richard

Steve & Linda Rivkin

Ira Schechtel

Sharon Silverstein

Steve and Cindy Marion Walker

Anonymous 3

  *Has provided Chabad with a Declaration of Intent. 

Click here for a Declaration of Intent and more information

 

Memorial Plaques & Tree of Life Plaques Available

Our beautiful Memorial Boards have been installed. We specifically designed our custom-built bookcases to ‘frame’ each of the boards. The first Memorial Board was dedicated by the Brunelle Family, the second Board was dedicated by the Alter Family, and the new Board has been dedicated by Miriam Reisman in memory of her husband, Harold.

We are currently offering Memorial Plaques to those who wish to perpetually honor the memory of a loved one in a most dignified and permanent manner. Those who dedicate Memorial Plaques will also receive yearly reminders of the Yarzeit in the newsletter and in the calendar and the light on the Board will be illuminated each year on the Yarzeit. The donation is only $500 per Memorial Board plaque.

We also have a gorgeous Tree of Life dedicated by the Lieberman Family that has been ‘growing. The purpose of the plaques on the Tree of Life is to commemorate joyous occasions (like Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversaries, special birthdays, weddings etc.). The donation is $180 for a leaf on the Tree of Life.

Those who wish to participate should send an email to   [email protected], or call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891.

We are excited to designate a section of our Tree of Life to our Legacy Circle. Watch the Tree and see article above. ​

 

CHABAD VIRTUAL & IN PERSON Classes
Get Some Class

We have an ever-expanding menu of online learning opportunities for everyone. Below please find an overview of our current classes and a schedule of when you can join in on Facebook Live. If you miss the live class you can watch the recorded version, on Facebook.

 

JLI Course - this series of courses requires registration...
 

 

 Coastal Gan - GROWING AGAIN!

We are looking for NEW STUDENTS and NEW STAFF

We are accepting infant and preschool age children.

 

I Please Like the shul’s Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/ChabadatLaCosta

For up to date pictures and announcements follow our Facebook Page and join our community Group.  

A COMMUNITY FOR YOU AND ME
Coastal Chabads are here for YOU

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Kosher Food Options in SD:

Ralph's La Jolla - a full service Kosher market, bakery, and deli, dairy (CY) also available. Store Hours 5am to 1am. Counter hours 9-5 (Fridays 9-2)
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-597-1550
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego and RCC
  

Harissa - Mediterranean Cuisine  (used to be Botanic Burger) Sun 10:30am-5:30pm  Mon-Thurs 10:30am-8pm
4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 (in the JCC)
858-362-1353
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego 
  

Parisien Gourmandises - Dairy items NOT CY Pareve items are acceptable, some CY items available  M-Th 9am-5:30pm 
7643 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (inside Floral Palette La Jolla)
858-352-6552
KSA Kosher
  

Spice at the Oceanview cafeteria UCSD - Spice station is a international themed restaurant, located within the Oceanview Terrace at UCSD. Hrs?
9500 Gilman Drive 0512, Thurgood Marshall College, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 822-1677
Star-K
  

Hamitbach - Israeli street food S-Th 11am-7pm F 11am-3pm
5664 Mission Center Rd #402, San Diego, CA 92108
Vaad HaRabbonim of San Diego

La Mesa Pizzaworks - Classic & Unique Pizzas. Ice cream Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri 11am-2pm
Saturdays Closed (check out our social media and website for special Saturday Nights that we will be open) 
Dine in and takeout 
Lamesapizzaworks.com
7406 University ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Boker Kitchen - Coffee, Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza S-Th 9am-8pm F 9am-3pm
8935 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

K-Dogs - Kosher hot dog stand

Follow on Instagram to find location
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel

Meats and Eats -  Shopping for kosher meat, and poultry, mostly frozen goods. Packaged groceries and baked goods. M-Th 9am -7pm
12925 El Camino Real J-0, San Diego, CA 92130
(760) 756-7437

Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Check packages for Kosher status. 

Mega Glatt Mart - Large variety of meat and groceries. Hours S-Th 9-6 Fr 9-3
6375 El Cajon Blvd suite F San Diego, CA 92115
(310) 663-6528
Prepackaged items under RCC Check packages for Kosher status.
 

 

DAILY JEWISH NEWS Available in Your Inbox for Free!

Sign up, as we have, for the daily Jewish news by subscribing to the www.sdjewishworld.com. Our dear friend and noted writer, Don Harrison, curates a refreshing variety of Jewish-interest stories. The daily emails are refreshing, as they come from a Jewish perspective. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Simply logon to the website and follow the prompts to subscribe.

 

Security Protocols

Everyone is Subject to Search

No Firearms (We have a well-defined security plan in effect and any unauthorized firearms could create confusion and actually reduce security).

Backpacks Prohibited

All Bags Subject to Search

 

Need a Minyan?

If you need a Minyan to say Kaddish please give the office at least a few days’ notice. We are happy to provide this important service, but it takes time to arrange enough participants to assure the quorum is present. Please email   [email protected] your request.

 

Shabbat Services with Meaning & Joy

Every Saturday we get together to celebrate the holy Shabbat in song and prayer. Our services are both traditional and user-friendly, as we fully recognize that not everyone has experience Davening (praying) in a traditional setting. What those who have joined have found is that the atmosphere in our synagogue is conducive to meaningful meditation. A knowledge of Hebrew is not necessary to participate. In fact, the only thing that is needed is the desire to learn and to connect to the Almighty. It is an enriching experience not to be missed! Shabbat services begin at 10am and conclude at approximately 12:30pm and are followed by a wonderful community lunch. There is no cost to attend and reservations are not needed.

 

Membership

NOW is the time to join the family! Membership includes High Holiday seats and discounts on other programs and activities. However, the main reason to join is to demonstrate your commitment to the future of Judaism in our area and to our community.

If you have already filled out and returned your Membership form please accept this message as our sincere thank you!

We urge you to pick the level of Membership and the financial commitment you feel comfortable with, and to fill out the form that you will find by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/membership. We thank all of our amazing donors!

 

Belonging to a Jewish Community is not only gratifying and fulfilling it is also extremely important, for within the community one finds a place to connect with G-d and one’s soul, a place of learning and spiritual enrichment, a great source of friends, a place to bestow one’s Jewish legacy upon his or her child/ren, and so much more. Check out   www.ChabadatLaCosta.com to learn more. 

The beauty of OUR Jewish Community is that we offer so many different options that everyone is sure to find something enriching and meaningful. Below please find a partial list of some of our current offerings. If you have never come by before pick an item or two and try it out. If you have already tried an item or two find another one that sounds interesting and give it a whirl. “Connection” – that is the name of the game and that is precisely what you will find here! 

*Daily Minyan   *Shabbat Services   *Weekly Kiddush Luncheon   *Mysticism Classes   *Torah Portion Class   *Hebrew School   *Bar/Bat Mitzvah Training   *Mommy and Me   *Family Friday Night Services and Dinner   *Women’s Group   *Youth Activities   *Pastoral Counseling   *Holiday Programming   *Community Meals   *Hospital Visitation   *Weekly Email Updates   *Hospital Visitation   *Mezuzah Campaign   *Jewish Heritage Workshops   *Jewish Learning Institute Affiliate *Jewish Encinitas *Chabad of Carlsbad N *Coastal Gan Preschool *Ckids Hebrew School

 

Shul Etiquette

Those who join us regularly for Shabbat services will agree that we have something very special going. The family-friendly atmosphere is unique and most inviting. We welcome everyone as though he/she is a long time member of the family.

At the same time it is important to remember that we are a synagogue. Our sanctuary is meant to be a place where it is conducive to finding inner peace and tranquility. That is why the Rabbis have many laws concerning the decorum of a shul.

It is appropriate to dress modestly and to dress somewhat formally in shul. Men should wear button down shirts, slacks (no jeans or shorts), with jackets and even ties when possible. Of course the head is to be kept covered at all times. Women should wear skirts that go past the knees and blouses with high neck lines and sleeves that cover the elbows. Married women should wear hats and the like.

Children must be supervised at all times by the parents except during Junior Congregation (11:30am). While we want the children to have a great time together it is also important that they do not become so wild and/or boisterous that they disturb those of us who are participating in the services.

We must remember that we should walk to shul and never park in the parking lot if there already eight cars parked. Finally, and we fully realize this goes against Jewish DNA, it is appropriate to come to shul ON TIME. While we know everyone is vying to be counted as the 10th, we are equally sure Hashem will give extra credit to those who come ON TIME at 10am (not to be confused with 11:30). We look forward to seeing you here!

 

Cell Phones & Chatting During Services

Needless to say the sanctuary on Shabbat or holidays is a place that must be conducive to reflective prayers and serenity. To help keep it this way, please refrain from engaging in any conversations during services and please do not bring in your cell phone. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Critical Maintenance Issue – Your Cooperation Needed

PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY thing that may be flushed is toilet paper – NO EXCEPTIONS. This means tissue, baby wipes, paper towels, or any other product may NEVER be flushed, but instead must be disposed of in the provided trash receptacles.

THANK YOU for your cooperation!

 

Public Service Announcement – Let’s Work TOGETHER to Maintain OUR Shul

We have a beautiful shul. Everyone agrees. It is not easy to maintain everything, but we work hard to keep things clean and in good working order. We need your help.

Our sanctuary is graced with gorgeous, custom made, stained glass windows. These windows MUST be kept in pristine condition. Please respect the windows by only looking and never touching them. G-d forbid, they can easily be scratched if we are not careful. Also, please do not put ANY objects (cups, books, tissues etc.) on the window sills as it detracts from the windows.

Our custom-built furniture from Israel is as precious as it looks. People have put down cups (full and empty) on the partitions and the shelves. This is inappropriate. Children cannot sit on or climb on the furnishings – other than sitting in the pews as they were designed to be used. No exceptions.

Please put away your own Talis and prayer books, and replace the book racks when done using them. Please throw away your own garbage.

If we can all work together we will keep our shul beautiful!

THANK YOU for your understanding and cooperation.

 

Omni La Costa Resort Welcomes Chabad at La Costa Guests

We are pleased that our world-famous neighbor, the Omni La Costa Resort, has extended a special program offering all sorts of perks to those who book using the Chabad code when booking.

More than 600 people use the Chabad code each year ! Many people have expressed gratitude at having such world-class facilities in such close and convenient proximity to our Shul, and the joy at being to stay at the Omni and walk to Chabad for Shabbat services.

For discount details, to make your reservation, or to share the information with a friend, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/omni and click through. And remember to leave a positive review.

PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR SPONSORS
And let them know YOU SAW IT HERE

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► Marc Buksbaum is an experienced local transactional attorney and former certified public accountant. Marc has experience in a wide range of business matters, including corporate/venture formations, mergers and acquisitions, financing transactions, and supply chain transactions, and his colleagues also have extensive experience in complex real estate and estate planning matters. Marc is licensed to practice law in California and New York and is a Certified Public Accountant (on “inactive status”) licensed in New York. If you have any questions or need help with your legal matter please contact Marc  at: 
Marc Buksbaum
Attorney at Law 
JUDKINS GLATT & RICH LLP
2784 Gateway Road, Suite 104
Carlsbad, CA  92009 
T 760 438 2211
F 760 438 2014  

►Rina Coleman is an Enrolled Agent with more than 20 years experience preparing taxes for all walks of life. Please contact her at [email protected] for a free 15 minute consultation.

►Marc Nimetz Farmers Insurance

It's almost all the same, until you have a claim!

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Farmers Insurance                                                
15644 Pomerado Road, Suite 104                                  
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858-866-8147 (Office)
858-603-4961 (Cell)
858-815-6930 (Fax)

Jonathan Rozansky : Your Chabad Real Estate Agent & Mortgage Broker 
Whether you are Selling, Buying or Refinancing your home, do not proceed without calling Jonathan Rozansky, a licensed realtor and mortgage professional, first.  Jonathan will look out for your best interest and can answer all your real estate and financing questions.  Call for a free market analysis report today.

Jonathan Rozansky
Direct   (619) 392-1234
[email protected]
www.rozanskyteam.com
DRE. # 01754457
NMLS ID : 315987

 Ron Lewis Insurance Services

www.MedigapExpress.com
[email protected]
760-525-5769 - Cell
866-718-1600 - Toll-free

Specializing in Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Insurance! 

• As an independent agent, I work with ALL the major insurance carriers.

• Let me do the shopping for you!

• I will save you money on your insurance premiums.

• Call me for a free, no-obligation quote.

• References available upon request.

 

 Neal Sperling Business Development

Highly talented, highly experienced business development/marketing consultant to wide range of businesses and non-profits can help you to find innovative new ways to raise money, launch, brand, market, sell, merchandise, and promote your products, services, and organization. Has written and improved wide variety of business plans, marketing plans, obtained major grants/new funding for a wide variety of ventures. Has unique ability to study most any business, quickly and creatively identify new sources of potential revenue, reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and drive more sales in the quickest time frames. Recognized expert on how to drive new sales via the internet. Acclaimed speaker to Southern California business groups, and particularly known for being a great “connector” with ability to introduce you to a wide variety of hard-to-reach decision-makers in various fields. Strong background in consumer products, medical products, high tech, "clean tech," "green" products, non-profits, much more. Call for details: cell: 818-219-9585.

 

Dream Home Cinema

*Family Room Surround
*Wholesale House Audio
*Home Automation

Joseph Markowitz:
760-415-8742 
[email protected]

Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoos

I am a small Jewish farmer running my business in La Costa  called Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoo. I arrive with my animals at little children's birthday parties, senior homes,  graduation parties, and resorts in the area, to share my love of animals. I also do animal therapy with children and adults. Fantastic!! Call me to make an appointment or set up a birthday party.

Pam Glickman 760-535-5293

Healthy Haven Live Radio Show with Anna Mintz

Window Paintings and Murals by Eileen Tilt-Lavy contact info available

Cost Effective Advertising Available HERE

Hundreds of people see Chabad at La Costa's Weekly Email Update. Those who are looking to effectively promote their business and at the same time support this important community resource are invited to become sponsors for only $50 per month (that's per MONTH, not per week). Call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891 to get your message out there.

Volume 26 Number 18| 24 Tevet, 5785 | January 24 '25

 

Chabad Weekly Update

Volume 26 Number 18| 24 Tevet, 5785 | January 24 '25
 
B"H
 
Message from the Rabbi
 

There are times when we all feel like our efforts don’t matter. It’s easy to become discouraged and question our purpose. But Judaism teaches us a powerful truth: everything we do matters, even when we can’t see the results.

The Midrash tells us about the frogs in Egypt, seemingly insignificant creatures, who fulfilled their ultimate purpose by jumping into ovens during the plague of frogs, as described in this week’s Torah portion. Their act wasn’t random—it symbolized breaking Egypt’s defiance and making G-d’s presence known. If even frogs can fulfill a divine mission, how much more so can we, who are created in G-d’s image.

Every mitzvah, every act of kindness, every good deed, adds to the beauty of the world and brings us closer to our purpose. You were created with a unique mission that no one else can accomplish.

Never doubt your worth. You matter, and your actions have the power to transform the world.

Shabbat shalom,

Candle Lighting Times
Carlsbad and Encinitas

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE:

Friday, January 24 @ 4:56pm 

Shabbat Ends: Saturday, January 25 @ 5:54pm

Come pick up a Shabbat Candle lighting kit with the prayers and instructions.

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE

Holidays & SHABBOS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
NO Evening Services & YES Morning Services & YES Soup and Challah

 

Welcome Home

Rivka (Eilfort) Fenton and family and Sholom Eilfort & his new wife are visiting for their Winter Break. Drop in on Shabbos to say 'Hi'.

 

Purim Sponsor/s Sought

Purim, the most joyous of Jewish holidays, is not too far off. We will be offering several events to celebrate in grand style. We will also be sending our beautiful Shalach Manos / Gift Packages to our friends and supporters. We are seeking a sponsor or sponsors who will help underwrite the costs associated with this wonderful project. It is considered a great merit to dedicate such an important holiday and its associated observances.

If you are interested in further information please respond  to this message.

 

NShei Chabad of S Diego Women's Event

Wednesday February 5th at 7pm - Let's carpool! Call me 760.612.9787

 

SAVE THE DATE – TU BISHVAT IS COMING

 

 

We are Still Helping LA Fire Victims

Our community continues to offer assistance to those affected by the fires in LA. Our library was used as an office this week and we continue to host a Yeshiva boy. We worked on getting folks situated in appropriate living conditions.

We thank the many respondents who offered their help in various ways!

We are also most grateful for the donations and pledges made to support our efforts.

If you know of someone who needs help let us know so we can assess the situation and determine how we may be able to assist. 

 

The Guest Program at the International Conference of Shluchos

Click for more information and to see the schedule. Call Nechama (760.612.9787) or Chaya (786.543.8772) or Muka (760.809.2996) for a personalized invitation. 

 


 

UPCOMING JLI COURSE -  ‘DECODING THE TALMUD’ COMING IN February 

 

They've Slandered It, Banned It, and Burned It - Now YOU Can Study It.

A new 6 week course beginning Tuesday, Feb 4th at Chabad at La Costa

Call for discount codes & scholarship information.                         www.myJLI.com/learn/Carlsbad

 

 

Weekly Torah Class with Rabbi Sholom

Join Rabbi Sholom Eilfort, virtually, as he gives a weekly class in the Torah Portion. You can view the class on Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort’s Facebook feed (must be Facebook “Friends” with Rabbi Eilfort to be able to see the class).

A number of commentaries are curated to make the class profound while also covering the basics. Everyone is invited to join. There is no cost to participate.

Thursdays at 6pm.

 

 



 

H ebrew School News – HEBREW IMMERSION!

We started a curriculum where we will go through all of the Alef Bet and learn about something that we are grateful for, starting with the letter of the week. 
The first week was א אור . Alef for Ohr- light. And we made lanterns. 
The second week was ב בית. Bet for Bayit- house and we made Birchat Habayit   to hang in our homes. 
Then we learned about Geshem- rain and made rain in a bottle! 
We talked about Dibbur for daled - Language.
We are up to Hey for Horim - Parents. We made cards for out Ema and Abba.
Vav focused on infants - Valad and how we have grown.
Chanukah is here!
Zayin for Zemer - music/song. We sang Karaoke
Chet for Chaver - Friend. We skateboarded with Yaakov.
Tet for Taam - Taste and Reason. We learned the Brachot for food.

Yud for Yom Tov - Holiday and Yad - Hand

The children have also begun alef champ which is a self paced Hebrew reading program. 

I am so proud of all of our ckids students and parents ❤

 

   

 



 

Kiddush Sponsor – SPONSORS SOUGHT

The Mintz Family is sponsoring this week’s Kiddush in honor of the release of the Israeli hostages and the visit of Anna’s mother, Lidia Teshuba.

Each Shabbos after services, our beautiful community enjoys Shabbos lunch together. It is a true celebration where we bask in each other’s company while savoring delicious food.

YOU ARE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE

We are always seeking additional sponsors, so if you can sponsor a Kiddush, please let us know.

An Important Note about Kiddushes –

The policy of the shul is to allow multiple sponsors for every Kiddush unless it is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or something similar (like a 50th wedding anniversary etc.).

There is no such thing as an exclusive Kiddush sponsor.

This is our policy for numerous reasons, not least of which is the fact that Kiddush sponsorships help generate much-needed income for our community and encourages more people to participate.

We thank you for your support and understanding!

Soup & Challah Sponsors

Soup and Challah is being sponsored by Clive Walden & the estate of Channah Hale.

NEED MORE DRIVERS, Thank you Sharna Skjei and Christine Clancy for volunteering.

Challah is delivered to Mental Health Residential Centers in the area, people undergoing chemotherapy, and people who really love the addition to their Shabbos experience. 

Deliver and get a bag of challah for your family as well!

 

RABBI'S WEEKLY ARTICLE
Rabbi's Thoughts and Haftarah Overview

Shabbos Parshas Va’eira

Ezekiel 28:25-29:21.

This week's haftorah begins with a mention of the ingathering of the exiles, echoing G‑d's promise mentioned in the Torah portion: "I will take you out of the suffering of Egypt." The prophet then goes on to discuss the decimation of Pharaoh and Egypt, reminiscent of the primary theme of the Torah portion—the devastation G‑d wrought upon Egypt.

Ezekiel begins with a description of what will occur during the ingathering of the exiles. "When I gather in the house of Israel from the peoples among whom they have been scattered, and I have been sanctified through them in the eyes of the nations, then shall they dwell on their land that I gave to My servant, to Jacob. And they shall dwell upon it securely..."

The prophet then proceeds to convey a prophecy regarding Pharaoh and Egypt, foretelling the fall of the Egyptian empire. Egypt merited this punishment for two reasons: a)  They had reneged on their promise to come to Israel's aid against the attacking Babylonians. b) They had incredible arrogance, considering themselves un-reliant on G‑d, instead attributing their success to the bounty their deified Nile afforded them. Therefore, Ezekiel warns: "And the land of Egypt shall be desolate and in ruins, and they shall know that I am the Lord! Because he [Pharaoh] said, 'The river is mine, and I have made it.'" G‑d warns that the land of Egypt will be empty and desolate for forty years, after which G‑d will return the people to the land to reinhabit it, but it will no longer be an important nation to be reckoned with.

The  haftorah ends with another prophecy wherein G‑d informs Ezekiel that Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon, will be the one to conquer Egypt and take its spoils. This as a reward for his effort in defeating the wicked nation of Tyre.

 

SPECIAL WISHES
Condolences | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Yarzeits

PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDAR FOR BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, AND YARZEITS AS WELL AS OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND NEWS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Chaya Drookman, Meghan Alter, Jake French, Chad Brown, and all those celebrating their birthdays this week!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating anniversaries this week!

WE REMEMBER Abby Kaish, The Dreese and Hagenaar Families (victims of the Nazi Holocaust), Miriam Alter, Jeffrey Buksbaum, and all of those whose Yarzeit is observed this week.

May Mike Schwartz, Doreen Prager, Rachel Perez, Clive Walden, Sheila Lebovitz, Adam Lemberger, Sandy Radom, Rachel bas Shoshana, Roz Mintz, Sandra Sapol, Penny Chapman, Marissa Sacco, Greg Leon, and Shari Ferguson be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery!

Kiddush Sponsors:

We need Kiddush sponsors for the January Kiddushes. Please contact the shul as soon as possible if you want to sponsor a Kiddush. 

January 25: Mintz Family in honor of Lidia Teshuba's visit

KIDDUSH SPONSORS NEEDED

Sponsoring a Kiddush is a great way to feel part of the Chabad at La Costa family!
(You can co-sponsor a Kiddush)

FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERING
Giving & Helping Opportunities

Security Guard Sponsor Sought – Can You Help?

We have a wonderful security guard who keeps a watch over us while we are in services. The cost is $250 per week. We are looking for a sponsor this week and future weeks. If you are able to help please donate securely by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/donate. Thank you!

 

How to Make a Donation (or Payment)

We would be nowhere without the generous support of our community. Please know that your support is profoundly appreciated!

There are many ways to donate besides checks and cash. Following, please find a list of the various other ‘platforms’ that are available for secure donations that go directly and entirely into the synagogue account (even though they say Nechama's name).

1. PayPal  [email protected]  or PayPal.me/Neilfort

2. Venmo @Nechama-Eilfort

3. Cashapp $nechamae

4. Zelle (Bank of America)   [email protected]

5. Personal credit card     chabadatlacosta.com/donate

6. Join our Legacy Circle - see below

 

Volunteering

Our Soup and Challah Project has been going on its FOURTH year! It was sponsored by Channah Hale and now carried on in her memory.

We are at the point that we need NEW volunteers to drive and deliver food packages around the area.

Please consider making this a part of your Friday routine. Volunteers pick up a few containers of soup and bags of challah at 3:00pm and delivering them to the door of the recipients. Volunteers also get soup and challah!

Enhanced Security

Our number one priority is to ensure the safety and security of our shul family. We have a robust security system in place. We have gone to the added expense of hiring a uniformed, armed guard, who is with us, watching over us, in addition to our internal security team. 

The added layer of security is expensive. Please help us by donating to the security of our shul community by following this link: www.chabadatlacosta.com/donate. The cost is approximately $300 per week. All donations are tax-deductible.

 

New Mitzvah Opportunity

Bikur Cholim of SD Volunteers Needed! Message me if you would like me to share the spreadsheet for visitation hours.

There are a number of patients at UCSD La Jolla that have come from Israel to receive transplants here. They need our help!

Bikur Cholim of S Diego is a community organization helping the sick with care packages, visitation, driving spouses to and from the hospital, etc.

If you are able to give a few hours of your time, it will make another person's day that much better!

To get involved, sign up at www.BikurCholimSD.com

 

The Foundation Project  - City Approved Plan

We are raising funds that will be used towards completing our basement. This project will include a TEEN LOUNGE, CLASSROOMS, a LIBRARY, OFFICES, STORAGE SPACE, BATHROOMS, and more. Call Rabbi to inquire about available dedications. The money we raise also goes towards scholarships for Hebrew School students, our Challah and Chicken Soup program, and all of our ongoing expenses.

New Dedications available www.chabadatlacosta.com/JLC

Create Your Jewish Legacy Plan for the Future - Now

We have been blessed with life! Yet, we know that no one lives forever. This begs the question, “What will your legacy be?” Most of us have children, and they certainly should figure prominently into our plans. But our children are only a part of what we leave behind. Just as we endeavor to give Tzedakah generously, so as to selflessly make the world a better place while we are alive, so too we need to make sure that we leave a percentage of our estates for the benefit of others. Judaism tells us that it is incumbent upon us to leave the world better than when we found it. We do this by giving Tzedakah.

We can help.

Chabad has partnered with the Jewish Community Foundation in the creation of our Legacy Circle "Generation to Generation - Ensuring a Jewish Tomorrow, Today".  Many people do not prepare appropriately for the inevitable. They do not leave a will, or even if they do it is not consistent with Jewish Law. If one wants his body to be handled with the respect and care mandated by Jewish Law or if one wants the funeral service conducted according to Jewish Law, it must be arranged in advance. Don’t leave these critical details to luck!

Contact Rabbi Eilfort for a private appointment so these important matters can be handled how you want.

Send a personal email to [email protected] to schedule an appointment today.  

We honor our Legacy Circle Members*:

Joel Barnett

Angela Chapman

Beverly Galperin

Anonymous 1

Channah Hale

Len Hyman

Devorah Katz

Sheila Lebovitz

Ilyse Loven

David Markoff

Anonymous 2

Karen Miller

Ed Richard

Steve & Linda Rivkin

Ira Schechtel

Sharon Silverstein

Steve and Cindy Marion Walker

Anonymous 3

  *Has provided Chabad with a Declaration of Intent. 

Click here for a Declaration of Intent and more information

 

Memorial Plaques & Tree of Life Plaques Available

Our beautiful Memorial Boards have been installed. We specifically designed our custom-built bookcases to ‘frame’ each of the boards. The first Memorial Board was dedicated by the Brunelle Family, the second Board was dedicated by the Alter Family, and the new Board has been dedicated by Miriam Reisman in memory of her husband, Harold.

We are currently offering Memorial Plaques to those who wish to perpetually honor the memory of a loved one in a most dignified and permanent manner. Those who dedicate Memorial Plaques will also receive yearly reminders of the Yarzeit in the newsletter and in the calendar and the light on the Board will be illuminated each year on the Yarzeit. The donation is only $500 per Memorial Board plaque.

We also have a gorgeous Tree of Life dedicated by the Lieberman Family that has been ‘growing. The purpose of the plaques on the Tree of Life is to commemorate joyous occasions (like Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversaries, special birthdays, weddings etc.). The donation is $180 for a leaf on the Tree of Life.

Those who wish to participate should send an email to   [email protected], or call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891.

We are excited to designate a section of our Tree of Life to our Legacy Circle. Watch the Tree and see article above. ​

 

CHABAD VIRTUAL & IN PERSON Classes
Get Some Class

We have an ever-expanding menu of online learning opportunities for everyone. Below please find an overview of our current classes and a schedule of when you can join in on Facebook Live. If you miss the live class you can watch the recorded version, on Facebook.

 

JLI Course - this series of courses requires registration...
 

 

 Coastal Gan - GROWING AGAIN!

We are looking for NEW STUDENTS and NEW STAFF

We are accepting infant and preschool age children.

 

I Please Like the shul’s Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/ChabadatLaCosta

For up to date pictures and announcements follow our Facebook Page and join our community Group.  

A COMMUNITY FOR YOU AND ME
Coastal Chabads are here for YOU

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Kosher Food Options in SD:

Ralph's La Jolla - a full service Kosher market, bakery, and deli, dairy (CY) also available. Store Hours 5am to 1am. Counter hours 9-5 (Fridays 9-2)
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-597-1550
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego and RCC
  

Harissa - Mediterranean Cuisine  (used to be Botanic Burger) Sun 10:30am-5:30pm  Mon-Thurs 10:30am-8pm
4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 (in the JCC)
858-362-1353
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego 
  

Parisien Gourmandises - Dairy items NOT CY Pareve items are acceptable, some CY items available  M-Th 9am-5:30pm 
7643 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (inside Floral Palette La Jolla)
858-352-6552
KSA Kosher
  

Spice at the Oceanview cafeteria UCSD - Spice station is a international themed restaurant, located within the Oceanview Terrace at UCSD. Hrs?
9500 Gilman Drive 0512, Thurgood Marshall College, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 822-1677
Star-K
  

Hamitbach - Israeli street food S-Th 11am-7pm F 11am-3pm
5664 Mission Center Rd #402, San Diego, CA 92108
Vaad HaRabbonim of San Diego

La Mesa Pizzaworks - Classic & Unique Pizzas. Ice cream Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri 11am-2pm
Saturdays Closed (check out our social media and website for special Saturday Nights that we will be open) 
Dine in and takeout 
Lamesapizzaworks.com
7406 University ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Boker Kitchen - Coffee, Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza S-Th 9am-8pm F 9am-3pm
8935 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

K-Dogs - Kosher hot dog stand

Follow on Instagram to find location
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel

Meats and Eats -  Shopping for kosher meat, and poultry, mostly frozen goods. Packaged groceries and baked goods. M-Th 9am -7pm
12925 El Camino Real J-0, San Diego, CA 92130
(760) 756-7437

Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Check packages for Kosher status. 

Mega Glatt Mart - Large variety of meat and groceries. Hours S-Th 9-6 Fr 9-3
6375 El Cajon Blvd suite F San Diego, CA 92115
(310) 663-6528
Prepackaged items under RCC Check packages for Kosher status.
 

 

DAILY JEWISH NEWS Available in Your Inbox for Free!

Sign up, as we have, for the daily Jewish news by subscribing to the www.sdjewishworld.com. Our dear friend and noted writer, Don Harrison, curates a refreshing variety of Jewish-interest stories. The daily emails are refreshing, as they come from a Jewish perspective. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Simply logon to the website and follow the prompts to subscribe.

 

Security Protocols

Everyone is Subject to Search

No Firearms (We have a well-defined security plan in effect and any unauthorized firearms could create confusion and actually reduce security).

Backpacks Prohibited

All Bags Subject to Search

 

Need a Minyan?

If you need a Minyan to say Kaddish please give the office at least a few days’ notice. We are happy to provide this important service, but it takes time to arrange enough participants to assure the quorum is present. Please email   [email protected] your request.

 

Shabbat Services with Meaning & Joy

Every Saturday we get together to celebrate the holy Shabbat in song and prayer. Our services are both traditional and user-friendly, as we fully recognize that not everyone has experience Davening (praying) in a traditional setting. What those who have joined have found is that the atmosphere in our synagogue is conducive to meaningful meditation. A knowledge of Hebrew is not necessary to participate. In fact, the only thing that is needed is the desire to learn and to connect to the Almighty. It is an enriching experience not to be missed! Shabbat services begin at 10am and conclude at approximately 12:30pm and are followed by a wonderful community lunch. There is no cost to attend and reservations are not needed.

 

Membership

NOW is the time to join the family! Membership includes High Holiday seats and discounts on other programs and activities. However, the main reason to join is to demonstrate your commitment to the future of Judaism in our area and to our community.

If you have already filled out and returned your Membership form please accept this message as our sincere thank you!

We urge you to pick the level of Membership and the financial commitment you feel comfortable with, and to fill out the form that you will find by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/membership. We thank all of our amazing donors!

 

Belonging to a Jewish Community is not only gratifying and fulfilling it is also extremely important, for within the community one finds a place to connect with G-d and one’s soul, a place of learning and spiritual enrichment, a great source of friends, a place to bestow one’s Jewish legacy upon his or her child/ren, and so much more. Check out   www.ChabadatLaCosta.com to learn more. 

The beauty of OUR Jewish Community is that we offer so many different options that everyone is sure to find something enriching and meaningful. Below please find a partial list of some of our current offerings. If you have never come by before pick an item or two and try it out. If you have already tried an item or two find another one that sounds interesting and give it a whirl. “Connection” – that is the name of the game and that is precisely what you will find here! 

*Daily Minyan   *Shabbat Services   *Weekly Kiddush Luncheon   *Mysticism Classes   *Torah Portion Class   *Hebrew School   *Bar/Bat Mitzvah Training   *Mommy and Me   *Family Friday Night Services and Dinner   *Women’s Group   *Youth Activities   *Pastoral Counseling   *Holiday Programming   *Community Meals   *Hospital Visitation   *Weekly Email Updates   *Hospital Visitation   *Mezuzah Campaign   *Jewish Heritage Workshops   *Jewish Learning Institute Affiliate *Jewish Encinitas *Chabad of Carlsbad N *Coastal Gan Preschool *Ckids Hebrew School

 

Shul Etiquette

Those who join us regularly for Shabbat services will agree that we have something very special going. The family-friendly atmosphere is unique and most inviting. We welcome everyone as though he/she is a long time member of the family.

At the same time it is important to remember that we are a synagogue. Our sanctuary is meant to be a place where it is conducive to finding inner peace and tranquility. That is why the Rabbis have many laws concerning the decorum of a shul.

It is appropriate to dress modestly and to dress somewhat formally in shul. Men should wear button down shirts, slacks (no jeans or shorts), with jackets and even ties when possible. Of course the head is to be kept covered at all times. Women should wear skirts that go past the knees and blouses with high neck lines and sleeves that cover the elbows. Married women should wear hats and the like.

Children must be supervised at all times by the parents except during Junior Congregation (11:30am). While we want the children to have a great time together it is also important that they do not become so wild and/or boisterous that they disturb those of us who are participating in the services.

We must remember that we should walk to shul and never park in the parking lot if there already eight cars parked. Finally, and we fully realize this goes against Jewish DNA, it is appropriate to come to shul ON TIME. While we know everyone is vying to be counted as the 10th, we are equally sure Hashem will give extra credit to those who come ON TIME at 10am (not to be confused with 11:30). We look forward to seeing you here!

 

Cell Phones & Chatting During Services

Needless to say the sanctuary on Shabbat or holidays is a place that must be conducive to reflective prayers and serenity. To help keep it this way, please refrain from engaging in any conversations during services and please do not bring in your cell phone. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Critical Maintenance Issue – Your Cooperation Needed

PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY thing that may be flushed is toilet paper – NO EXCEPTIONS. This means tissue, baby wipes, paper towels, or any other product may NEVER be flushed, but instead must be disposed of in the provided trash receptacles.

THANK YOU for your cooperation!

 

Public Service Announcement – Let’s Work TOGETHER to Maintain OUR Shul

We have a beautiful shul. Everyone agrees. It is not easy to maintain everything, but we work hard to keep things clean and in good working order. We need your help.

Our sanctuary is graced with gorgeous, custom made, stained glass windows. These windows MUST be kept in pristine condition. Please respect the windows by only looking and never touching them. G-d forbid, they can easily be scratched if we are not careful. Also, please do not put ANY objects (cups, books, tissues etc.) on the window sills as it detracts from the windows.

Our custom-built furniture from Israel is as precious as it looks. People have put down cups (full and empty) on the partitions and the shelves. This is inappropriate. Children cannot sit on or climb on the furnishings – other than sitting in the pews as they were designed to be used. No exceptions.

Please put away your own Talis and prayer books, and replace the book racks when done using them. Please throw away your own garbage.

If we can all work together we will keep our shul beautiful!

THANK YOU for your understanding and cooperation.

 

Omni La Costa Resort Welcomes Chabad at La Costa Guests

We are pleased that our world-famous neighbor, the Omni La Costa Resort, has extended a special program offering all sorts of perks to those who book using the Chabad code when booking.

More than 600 people use the Chabad code each year ! Many people have expressed gratitude at having such world-class facilities in such close and convenient proximity to our Shul, and the joy at being to stay at the Omni and walk to Chabad for Shabbat services.

For discount details, to make your reservation, or to share the information with a friend, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/omni and click through. And remember to leave a positive review.

PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR SPONSORS
And let them know YOU SAW IT HERE

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Jonathan Rozansky : Your Chabad Real Estate Agent & Mortgage Broker 
Whether you are Selling, Buying or Refinancing your home, do not proceed without calling Jonathan Rozansky, a licensed realtor and mortgage professional, first.  Jonathan will look out for your best interest and can answer all your real estate and financing questions.  Call for a free market analysis report today.

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• References available upon request.

 

 Neal Sperling Business Development

Highly talented, highly experienced business development/marketing consultant to wide range of businesses and non-profits can help you to find innovative new ways to raise money, launch, brand, market, sell, merchandise, and promote your products, services, and organization. Has written and improved wide variety of business plans, marketing plans, obtained major grants/new funding for a wide variety of ventures. Has unique ability to study most any business, quickly and creatively identify new sources of potential revenue, reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and drive more sales in the quickest time frames. Recognized expert on how to drive new sales via the internet. Acclaimed speaker to Southern California business groups, and particularly known for being a great “connector” with ability to introduce you to a wide variety of hard-to-reach decision-makers in various fields. Strong background in consumer products, medical products, high tech, "clean tech," "green" products, non-profits, much more. Call for details: cell: 818-219-9585.

 

Dream Home Cinema

*Family Room Surround
*Wholesale House Audio
*Home Automation

Joseph Markowitz:
760-415-8742 
[email protected]

Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoos

I am a small Jewish farmer running my business in La Costa  called Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoo. I arrive with my animals at little children's birthday parties, senior homes,  graduation parties, and resorts in the area, to share my love of animals. I also do animal therapy with children and adults. Fantastic!! Call me to make an appointment or set up a birthday party.

Pam Glickman 760-535-5293

Healthy Haven Live Radio Show with Anna Mintz

Window Paintings and Murals by Eileen Tilt-Lavy contact info available

Cost Effective Advertising Available HERE

Hundreds of people see Chabad at La Costa's Weekly Email Update. Those who are looking to effectively promote their business and at the same time support this important community resource are invited to become sponsors for only $50 per month (that's per MONTH, not per week). Call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891 to get your message out there.

Volume 26 Number 17| 17 Tevet, 5785 | January 17 '25

 

Chabad Weekly Update

Volume 26 Number 17| 17 Tevet, 5785 | January 17 '25
 
B"H
 
Message from the Rabbi
 

True leaders are those who put the needs of their community above their own, embodying selflessness and unwavering devotion. This timeless lesson can be seen in this week’s Torah portion, in the example of Moses and Aaron, who, despite their exemption from slavery in Egypt, stood up for the freedom of their brethren. Their leadership wasn’t about personal gain but about the collective good of the Jewish people.

This principle of selfless leadership continues to inspire today, particularly the remarkable actions of my fellow Chabad rabbis in Los Angeles during the wildfires that swept through whole neighborhoods. With their own homes at risk, they chose to prioritize the needs of others, ensuring that evacuees have shelter, food, and spiritual support. Their dedication exemplifies what it means to lead from a place of care and responsibility, putting the community first even in moments of personal crisis.

Pharaoh’s inability to understand Moses and Aaron’s selfless dedication highlights a critical misunderstanding of Jewish leadership. For us, leadership is not about status or power, but about shared responsibility and collective purpose. When one Jew suffers, we all feel the pain, and when we act with unity and selflessness, we can overcome even the greatest challenges.

May we all strive to be leaders in our own way, putting the needs of others before our own and strengthening the bonds of our community.

Shabbat shalom,

Candle Lighting Times
Carlsbad and Encinitas

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE:

Friday, January 17 @ 4:49pm 

Shabbat Ends: Saturday, January 18 @ 5:47pm

Come pick up a Shabbat Candle lighting kit with the prayers and instructions.

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE

Holidays & SHABBOS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
NO Evening Services & YES Morning Services & YES Soup and Challah

 

mergency Campaign to Help LA Fire Victims

Our community continues to offer assistance to those affected by the fires in LA. Our library was used as an office this week and we continue to host a Yeshiva boy. We worked on getting folks situated in appropriate living conditions.

We thank the many respondents who offered their help in various ways!

We are also most grateful for the donations and pledges made to support our efforts.

If you know of someone who needs help let us know so we can assess the situation and determine how we may be able to assist. 

 


 

UPCOMING JLI COURSE -  ‘DECODING THE TALMUD’ COMING IN February 

 

They've Slandered It, Banned It, and Burned It - Now YOU Can Study It.

A new 6 week course beginning Tuesday, Feb 4th at Chabad at La Costa

www.myJLI.com/learn/Carlsbad

 

Weekly Torah Class with Rabbi Sholom

Join Rabbi Sholom Eilfort, virtually, as he gives a weekly class in the Torah Portion. You can view the class on Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort’s Facebook feed (must be Facebook “Friends” with Rabbi Eilfort to be able to see the class).

A number of commentaries are curated to make the class profound while also covering the basics. Everyone is invited to join. There is no cost to participate.

Thursdays at 6pm.

 

Hold the Date for Tu bShevat Bracha Seder  February 12

 



 

H ebrew School News – HEBREW IMMERSION!

We started a curriculum where we will go through all of the Alef Bet and learn about something that we are grateful for, starting with the letter of the week. 
The first week was א אור . Alef for Ohr- light. And we made lanterns. 
The second week was ב בית. Bet for Bayit- house and we made Birchat Habayit   to hang in our homes. 
Then we learned about Geshem- rain and made rain in a bottle! 
We talked about Dibbur for daled - Language.
We are up to Hey for Horim - Parents. We made cards for out Ema and Abba.
Vav focused on infants - Valad and how we have grown.
Chanukah is here!
Zayin for Zemer - music/song. We sang Karaoke
Chet for Chaver - Friend. We skateboarded with Yaakov.
Tet for Taam - Taste and Reason. We learned the Brachot for food.

The children have also begun alef champ which is a self paced Hebrew reading program. 

I am so proud of all of our ckids students and parents ❤

 

   

 



 

Kiddush Sponsor – SPONSORS SOUGHT

Sheila Lebovitz is sponsoring this week’s Kiddush in loving memory of her father, Isadore Stern, as well as other members of her family on their Yarzeits.

Each Shabbos after services, our beautiful community enjoys Shabbos lunch together. It is a true celebration where we bask in each other’s company while savoring delicious food.

YOU ARE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE

We are always seeking additional sponsors, so if you can sponsor a Kiddush, please let us know.

An Important Note about Kiddushes –

The policy of the shul is to allow multiple sponsors for every Kiddush unless it is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or something similar (like a 50th wedding anniversary etc.).

There is no such thing as an exclusive Kiddush sponsor.

This is our policy for numerous reasons, not least of which is the fact that Kiddush sponsorships help generate much-needed income for our community and encourages more people to participate.

We thank you for your support and understanding!

Soup & Challah Sponsors

Soup and Challah is being sponsored by Clive Walden & the estate of Channah Hale.

NEED MORE DRIVERS, Thank you Sharna Skjei and Christine Clancy for volunteering.

Challah is delivered to Mental Health Residential Centers in the area, people undergoing chemotherapy, and people who really love the addition to their Shabbos experience. 

Deliver and get a bag of challah for your family as well!

 

RABBI'S WEEKLY ARTICLE
Rabbi's Thoughts and Haftarah Overview

Shabbos Parshas Shemos

I Kings 2:1-12.

Isaiah 27:6–28:13; 29:22–23.

This week’s haftorah parallels the week’s Torah reading on many levels. One of the parallels is the message of redemption conveyed by Isaiah—“and you shall be gathered one by one, O children of Israel”—that is reminiscent of the message of redemption that G‑d spoke to Moses at the burning bush, a message that Moses then communicated to Pharaoh.

The  haftorah vacillates between Isaiah’s prophecies concerning the future redemption, and his admonitions concerning the Jews’ drunken and G‑dless behavior. Isaiah starts on a positive note: “In the coming days, Jacob will take root, Israel will bud and blossom, filling the face of the earth . . .” He mentions G‑d’s mercy for His nation, and the measure-for-measure punishment He meted out upon the Egyptians who persecuted them. And regarding the future redemption: “You shall be gathered one by one, O children of Israel. And it will come to pass on that day that a great shofar will be sounded, and those lost in the land of Assyria and those exiled in the land of Egypt will come, and they will prostrate themselves before the L‑rd on the holy mount in Jerusalem."

The prophet then proceeds to berate the drunkenness of the Ten Tribes, warning them of the punishment that awaits them. “With the feet they shall be trampled, the crown of the pride of the drunkards of Ephraim . . .”

The haftorah ends on a positive note: “Now Jacob will no longer be ashamed, and now his face will not pale. For when he sees his children, the work of My hands, in his midst, who shall sanctify My name . . . and the G‑d of Israel they will revere."

 

SPECIAL WISHES
Condolences | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Yarzeits

PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDAR FOR BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, AND YARZEITS AS WELL AS OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND NEWS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Ashley Burgins, Eliot Tubis, Alexi Buenaventura, Troy Case, Jake Alter, Reizi Rodal, Rabbi Elia Eilfort, Chana Levy, Lindsay Brown, and all those celebrating their birthdays this week!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating anniversaries this week!

WE REMEMBER Marc Tilt, Earl Lebovitz, Cantor Elijah Olkenitzky, Esther Cohen, Michael Goldstein, Joel Kupchin, Dr. Joel Glovsky, Isadore Stern, Mel Bridge, and all of those whose Yarzeit is observed this week.

May Mike Schwartz, Doreen Prager, Rachel Perez, Clive Walden, Sheila Lebovitz, Adam Lemberger, Sandy Radom, Rachel bas Shoshana, Roz Mintz, Sandra Sapol, Penny Chapman, Marissa Sacco, Greg Leon, and Shari Ferguson be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery!

Kiddush Sponsors:

We need Kiddush sponsors for the January Kiddushes. Please contact the shul as soon as possible if you want to sponsor a Kiddush. 

January 18: Sheila Lebovitz in honor of family yarzeits

January 25: Sponsor Needed

KIDDUSH SPONSORS NEEDED

Sponsoring a Kiddush is a great way to feel part of the Chabad at La Costa family!
(You can co-sponsor a Kiddush)

FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERING
Giving & Helping Opportunities

Security Guard Sponsor Sought – Can You Help?

We have a wonderful security guard who keeps a watch over us while we are in services. The cost is $250 per week. We are looking for a sponsor this week and future weeks. If you are able to help please donate securely by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/donate. Thank you!

 

How to Make a Donation (or Payment)

We would be nowhere without the generous support of our community. Please know that your support is profoundly appreciated!

There are many ways to donate besides checks and cash. Following, please find a list of the various other ‘platforms’ that are available for secure donations that go directly and entirely into the synagogue account (even though they say Nechama's name).

1. PayPal  [email protected]  or PayPal.me/Neilfort

2. Venmo @Nechama-Eilfort

3. Cashapp $nechamae

4. Zelle (Bank of America)   [email protected]

5. Personal credit card     chabadatlacosta.com/donate

6. Join our Legacy Circle - see below

 

Volunteering

Our Soup and Challah Project has been going on its FOURTH year! It was sponsored by Channah Hale and now carried on in her memory.

We are at the point that we need NEW volunteers to drive and deliver food packages around the area.

Please consider making this a part of your Friday routine. Volunteers pick up a few containers of soup and bags of challah at 3:00pm and delivering them to the door of the recipients. Volunteers also get soup and challah!

Enhanced Security

Our number one priority is to ensure the safety and security of our shul family. We have a robust security system in place. We have gone to the added expense of hiring a uniformed, armed guard, who is with us, watching over us, in addition to our internal security team. 

The added layer of security is expensive. Please help us by donating to the security of our shul community by following this link: www.chabadatlacosta.com/donate. The cost is approximately $300 per week. All donations are tax-deductible.

 

New Mitzvah Opportunity

Bikur Cholim of SD Volunteers Needed! Message me if you would like me to share the spreadsheet for visitation hours.

There are a number of patients at UCSD La Jolla that have come from Israel to receive transplants here. They need our help!

Bikur Cholim of S Diego is a community organization helping the sick with care packages, visitation, driving spouses to and from the hospital, etc.

If you are able to give a few hours of your time, it will make another person's day that much better!

To get involved, sign up at www.BikurCholimSD.com

 

The Foundation Project  - City Approved Plan

We are raising funds that will be used towards completing our basement. This project will include a TEEN LOUNGE, CLASSROOMS, a LIBRARY, OFFICES, STORAGE SPACE, BATHROOMS, and more. Call Rabbi to inquire about available dedications. The money we raise also goes towards scholarships for Hebrew School students, our Challah and Chicken Soup program, and all of our ongoing expenses.

New Dedications available www.chabadatlacosta.com/JLC

Create Your Jewish Legacy Plan for the Future - Now

We have been blessed with life! Yet, we know that no one lives forever. This begs the question, “What will your legacy be?” Most of us have children, and they certainly should figure prominently into our plans. But our children are only a part of what we leave behind. Just as we endeavor to give Tzedakah generously, so as to selflessly make the world a better place while we are alive, so too we need to make sure that we leave a percentage of our estates for the benefit of others. Judaism tells us that it is incumbent upon us to leave the world better than when we found it. We do this by giving Tzedakah.

We can help.

Chabad has partnered with the Jewish Community Foundation in the creation of our Legacy Circle "Generation to Generation - Ensuring a Jewish Tomorrow, Today".  Many people do not prepare appropriately for the inevitable. They do not leave a will, or even if they do it is not consistent with Jewish Law. If one wants his body to be handled with the respect and care mandated by Jewish Law or if one wants the funeral service conducted according to Jewish Law, it must be arranged in advance. Don’t leave these critical details to luck!

Contact Rabbi Eilfort for a private appointment so these important matters can be handled how you want.

Send a personal email to [email protected] to schedule an appointment today.  

We honor our Legacy Circle Members*:

Joel Barnett

Angela Chapman

Beverly Galperin

Anonymous 1

Channah Hale

Len Hyman

Devorah Katz

Sheila Lebovitz

Ilyse Loven

David Markoff

Anonymous 2

Karen Miller

Ed Richard

Ira Schechtel

Sharon Silverstein

Steve and Cindy Marion Walker

Anonymous 3

  *Has provided Chabad with a Declaration of Intent. 

Click here for a Declaration of Intent and more information

 

Memorial Plaques & Tree of Life Plaques Available

Our beautiful Memorial Boards have been installed. We specifically designed our custom-built bookcases to ‘frame’ each of the boards. The first Memorial Board was dedicated by the Brunelle Family, the second Board was dedicated by the Alter Family, and the new Board has been dedicated by Miriam Reisman in memory of her husband, Harold.

We are currently offering Memorial Plaques to those who wish to perpetually honor the memory of a loved one in a most dignified and permanent manner. Those who dedicate Memorial Plaques will also receive yearly reminders of the Yarzeit in the newsletter and in the calendar and the light on the Board will be illuminated each year on the Yarzeit. The donation is only $500 per Memorial Board plaque.

We also have a gorgeous Tree of Life dedicated by the Lieberman Family that has been ‘growing. The purpose of the plaques on the Tree of Life is to commemorate joyous occasions (like Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversaries, special birthdays, weddings etc.). The donation is $180 for a leaf on the Tree of Life.

Those who wish to participate should send an email to   [email protected], or call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891.

We are excited to designate a section of our Tree of Life to our Legacy Circle. Watch the Tree and see article above. ​

 

CHABAD VIRTUAL & IN PERSON Classes
Get Some Class

We have an ever-expanding menu of online learning opportunities for everyone. Below please find an overview of our current classes and a schedule of when you can join in on Facebook Live. If you miss the live class you can watch the recorded version, on Facebook.

 

JLI Course - this series of courses requires registration...
 

 

 Coastal Gan - GROWING AGAIN!

We are looking for NEW STUDENTS and NEW STAFF

We are accepting infant and preschool age children.

 

I Please Like the shul’s Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/ChabadatLaCosta

For up to date pictures and announcements follow our Facebook Page and join our community Group.  

A COMMUNITY FOR YOU AND ME
Coastal Chabads are here for YOU

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Kosher Food Options in SD:

Ralph's La Jolla - a full service Kosher market, bakery, and deli, dairy (CY) also available. Store Hours 5am to 1am. Counter hours 9-5 (Fridays 9-2)
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-597-1550
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego and RCC
  

Harissa - Mediterranean Cuisine  (used to be Botanic Burger) Sun 10:30am-5:30pm  Mon-Thurs 10:30am-8pm
4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 (in the JCC)
858-362-1353
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego 
  

Parisien Gourmandises - Dairy items NOT CY Pareve items are acceptable, some CY items available  M-Th 9am-5:30pm 
7643 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (inside Floral Palette La Jolla)
858-352-6552
KSA Kosher
  

Spice at the Oceanview cafeteria UCSD - Spice station is a international themed restaurant, located within the Oceanview Terrace at UCSD. Hrs?
9500 Gilman Drive 0512, Thurgood Marshall College, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 822-1677
Star-K
  

Hamitbach - Israeli street food S-Th 11am-7pm F 11am-3pm
5664 Mission Center Rd #402, San Diego, CA 92108
Vaad HaRabbonim of San Diego

La Mesa Pizzaworks - Classic & Unique Pizzas. Ice cream Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri 11am-2pm
Saturdays Closed (check out our social media and website for special Saturday Nights that we will be open) 
Dine in and takeout 
Lamesapizzaworks.com
7406 University ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Boker Kitchen - Coffee, Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza S-Th 9am-8pm F 9am-3pm
8935 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

K-Dogs - Kosher hot dog stand

Follow on Instagram to find location
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel

Meats and Eats -  Shopping for kosher meat, and poultry, mostly frozen goods. Packaged groceries and baked goods. M-Th 9am -7pm
12925 El Camino Real J-0, San Diego, CA 92130
(760) 756-7437

Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Check packages for Kosher status. 

Mega Glatt Mart - Large variety of meat and groceries. Hours S-Th 9-6 Fr 9-3
6375 El Cajon Blvd suite F San Diego, CA 92115
(310) 663-6528
Prepackaged items under RCC Check packages for Kosher status.
 

 

DAILY JEWISH NEWS Available in Your Inbox for Free!

Sign up, as we have, for the daily Jewish news by subscribing to the www.sdjewishworld.com. Our dear friend and noted writer, Don Harrison, curates a refreshing variety of Jewish-interest stories. The daily emails are refreshing, as they come from a Jewish perspective. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Simply logon to the website and follow the prompts to subscribe.

 

Security Protocols

Everyone is Subject to Search

No Firearms (We have a well-defined security plan in effect and any unauthorized firearms could create confusion and actually reduce security).

Backpacks Prohibited

All Bags Subject to Search

 

Need a Minyan?

If you need a Minyan to say Kaddish please give the office at least a few days’ notice. We are happy to provide this important service, but it takes time to arrange enough participants to assure the quorum is present. Please email   [email protected] your request.

 

Shabbat Services with Meaning & Joy

Every Saturday we get together to celebrate the holy Shabbat in song and prayer. Our services are both traditional and user-friendly, as we fully recognize that not everyone has experience Davening (praying) in a traditional setting. What those who have joined have found is that the atmosphere in our synagogue is conducive to meaningful meditation. A knowledge of Hebrew is not necessary to participate. In fact, the only thing that is needed is the desire to learn and to connect to the Almighty. It is an enriching experience not to be missed! Shabbat services begin at 10am and conclude at approximately 12:30pm and are followed by a wonderful community lunch. There is no cost to attend and reservations are not needed.

 

Membership

NOW is the time to join the family! Membership includes High Holiday seats and discounts on other programs and activities. However, the main reason to join is to demonstrate your commitment to the future of Judaism in our area and to our community.

If you have already filled out and returned your Membership form please accept this message as our sincere thank you!

We urge you to pick the level of Membership and the financial commitment you feel comfortable with, and to fill out the form that you will find by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/membership. We thank all of our amazing donors!

 

Belonging to a Jewish Community is not only gratifying and fulfilling it is also extremely important, for within the community one finds a place to connect with G-d and one’s soul, a place of learning and spiritual enrichment, a great source of friends, a place to bestow one’s Jewish legacy upon his or her child/ren, and so much more. Check out   www.ChabadatLaCosta.com to learn more. 

The beauty of OUR Jewish Community is that we offer so many different options that everyone is sure to find something enriching and meaningful. Below please find a partial list of some of our current offerings. If you have never come by before pick an item or two and try it out. If you have already tried an item or two find another one that sounds interesting and give it a whirl. “Connection” – that is the name of the game and that is precisely what you will find here! 

*Daily Minyan   *Shabbat Services   *Weekly Kiddush Luncheon   *Mysticism Classes   *Torah Portion Class   *Hebrew School   *Bar/Bat Mitzvah Training   *Mommy and Me   *Family Friday Night Services and Dinner   *Women’s Group   *Youth Activities   *Pastoral Counseling   *Holiday Programming   *Community Meals   *Hospital Visitation   *Weekly Email Updates   *Hospital Visitation   *Mezuzah Campaign   *Jewish Heritage Workshops   *Jewish Learning Institute Affiliate *Jewish Encinitas *Chabad of Carlsbad N *Coastal Gan Preschool *Ckids Hebrew School

 

Shul Etiquette

Those who join us regularly for Shabbat services will agree that we have something very special going. The family-friendly atmosphere is unique and most inviting. We welcome everyone as though he/she is a long time member of the family.

At the same time it is important to remember that we are a synagogue. Our sanctuary is meant to be a place where it is conducive to finding inner peace and tranquility. That is why the Rabbis have many laws concerning the decorum of a shul.

It is appropriate to dress modestly and to dress somewhat formally in shul. Men should wear button down shirts, slacks (no jeans or shorts), with jackets and even ties when possible. Of course the head is to be kept covered at all times. Women should wear skirts that go past the knees and blouses with high neck lines and sleeves that cover the elbows. Married women should wear hats and the like.

Children must be supervised at all times by the parents except during Junior Congregation (11:30am). While we want the children to have a great time together it is also important that they do not become so wild and/or boisterous that they disturb those of us who are participating in the services.

We must remember that we should walk to shul and never park in the parking lot if there already eight cars parked. Finally, and we fully realize this goes against Jewish DNA, it is appropriate to come to shul ON TIME. While we know everyone is vying to be counted as the 10th, we are equally sure Hashem will give extra credit to those who come ON TIME at 10am (not to be confused with 11:30). We look forward to seeing you here!

 

Cell Phones & Chatting During Services

Needless to say the sanctuary on Shabbat or holidays is a place that must be conducive to reflective prayers and serenity. To help keep it this way, please refrain from engaging in any conversations during services and please do not bring in your cell phone. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Critical Maintenance Issue – Your Cooperation Needed

PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY thing that may be flushed is toilet paper – NO EXCEPTIONS. This means tissue, baby wipes, paper towels, or any other product may NEVER be flushed, but instead must be disposed of in the provided trash receptacles.

THANK YOU for your cooperation!

 

Public Service Announcement – Let’s Work TOGETHER to Maintain OUR Shul

We have a beautiful shul. Everyone agrees. It is not easy to maintain everything, but we work hard to keep things clean and in good working order. We need your help.

Our sanctuary is graced with gorgeous, custom made, stained glass windows. These windows MUST be kept in pristine condition. Please respect the windows by only looking and never touching them. G-d forbid, they can easily be scratched if we are not careful. Also, please do not put ANY objects (cups, books, tissues etc.) on the window sills as it detracts from the windows.

Our custom-built furniture from Israel is as precious as it looks. People have put down cups (full and empty) on the partitions and the shelves. This is inappropriate. Children cannot sit on or climb on the furnishings – other than sitting in the pews as they were designed to be used. No exceptions.

Please put away your own Talis and prayer books, and replace the book racks when done using them. Please throw away your own garbage.

If we can all work together we will keep our shul beautiful!

THANK YOU for your understanding and cooperation.

 

Omni La Costa Resort Welcomes Chabad at La Costa Guests

We are pleased that our world-famous neighbor, the Omni La Costa Resort, has extended a special program offering all sorts of perks to those who book using the Chabad code when booking.

More than 600 people use the Chabad code each year ! Many people have expressed gratitude at having such world-class facilities in such close and convenient proximity to our Shul, and the joy at being to stay at the Omni and walk to Chabad for Shabbat services.

For discount details, to make your reservation, or to share the information with a friend, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/omni and click through. And remember to leave a positive review.

PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR SPONSORS
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Whether you are Selling, Buying or Refinancing your home, do not proceed without calling Jonathan Rozansky, a licensed realtor and mortgage professional, first.  Jonathan will look out for your best interest and can answer all your real estate and financing questions.  Call for a free market analysis report today.

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Highly talented, highly experienced business development/marketing consultant to wide range of businesses and non-profits can help you to find innovative new ways to raise money, launch, brand, market, sell, merchandise, and promote your products, services, and organization. Has written and improved wide variety of business plans, marketing plans, obtained major grants/new funding for a wide variety of ventures. Has unique ability to study most any business, quickly and creatively identify new sources of potential revenue, reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and drive more sales in the quickest time frames. Recognized expert on how to drive new sales via the internet. Acclaimed speaker to Southern California business groups, and particularly known for being a great “connector” with ability to introduce you to a wide variety of hard-to-reach decision-makers in various fields. Strong background in consumer products, medical products, high tech, "clean tech," "green" products, non-profits, much more. Call for details: cell: 818-219-9585.

 

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Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoos

I am a small Jewish farmer running my business in La Costa  called Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoo. I arrive with my animals at little children's birthday parties, senior homes,  graduation parties, and resorts in the area, to share my love of animals. I also do animal therapy with children and adults. Fantastic!! Call me to make an appointment or set up a birthday party.

Pam Glickman 760-535-5293

Healthy Haven Live Radio Show with Anna Mintz

Window Paintings and Murals by Eileen Tilt-Lavy contact info available

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Hundreds of people see Chabad at La Costa's Weekly Email Update. Those who are looking to effectively promote their business and at the same time support this important community resource are invited to become sponsors for only $50 per month (that's per MONTH, not per week). Call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891 to get your message out there.

Volume 26 Number 16| 9 Tevet, 5785 | January 9 '25

 

Chabad Weekly Update

Volume 26 Number 16| 9 Tevet, 5785 | January 9 '25
 
B"H
 
Message from the Rabbi
 

This year, the fast of the 10th of Tevet falls on a Friday, creating a unique situation. Ordinarily, we do not enter Shabbat while fasting. The 10th of Tevet, however, is an exception, reflecting the day’s profound significance.

On Tevet 10, the Babylonian army laid siege to Jerusalem, setting into motion the tragic chain of events that led to the destruction of the Holy Temple. Unlike the 17th of Tammuz or the 9th of Av, which commemorate breaches and destruction, the 10th of Tevet focuses on the beginning of the tragedy—when the seeds of division among our people allowed such a siege to succeed.

A fast day is not merely about mourning. The Prophet Isaiah (58:5) calls it “an auspicious time,” when we can correct the spiritual roots of past failings. The siege offered a hidden opportunity for unity among the inhabitants of Jerusalem. Had they come together in harmony, no army could have conquered them.

Today, nearly 2,000 years into exile, the root cause remains the same: baseless hatred. The 10th of Tevet reminds us to focus on its antidote—building bridges of care, respect, and love among all Jews. By fostering unity, we prepare the world for redemption.

On Friday night, we will make Kiddush immediately after the fast concludes. May this fast inspire meaningful reflection, healing, and a renewed commitment to unity.

Wishing you an easy, purposeful fast and a peaceful Shabbat,

Candle Lighting Times
Carlsbad and Encinitas

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE:

Friday, January 10 @ 4:43pm 

Shabbat Ends: Saturday, January 11 @ 5:42pm

Come pick up a Shabbat Candle lighting kit with the prayers and instructions.

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE

Holidays & SHABBOS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
NO Evening Services & YES Morning Services & YES Soup and Challah

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Chabad provides Homemade Challah and/or Chicken Soup as a service to people in facilities, on chemo, or who just need homemade soup and challah, around the neighborhood. (If you know someone who should be on the list of recipients, let me know.) 

We have one new volunteer, Thank YOU. I would love to have one more. Every Friday at 2:30pm. If you can help, please respond.

Thank you in advance!

 

Emergency Campaign to Help LA Fire Victims

As you undoubtedly know there is a huge catastrophe unfolding in Los Angeles, as wildfires have engulfed a huge area and are spreading rapidly. Many people, including entire Jewish communities, have been evacuated. We have already been contacted by several families and we are trying to help get people situated in the Omni and other places nearby, including the Eilfort home.

We are also offering coffee and meals to those displaced by the fires at no charge.  

If you are able to help in any capacity, financial or otherwise, please respond to this message for Mitzvah opportunities.

May Hashem protect the people of Los Angeles and the entire state!

 

Fast of the 10th of Teves TOMORROW

Friday, January 10th, is the 10th of the Hebrew month of Teves, which is the day that Nevuchadnezzer, King of Babylon, placed Jerusalem under siege leading to the destruction of the First Holy Temple in the year 422 BCE. The fast begins at 5:30am and concludes at 5:28pm.

Jewish Trivia Question:

There are only two dates on which we would fast on Shabbos. What are they?

Answer: The 10th of Tishrei (Yom Kippur), and the 10th of Teves are the only times the Jewish calendar mandates that we fast on Shabbos. Obviously, we only fast a bit on Shabbos in this case.

 



 

UPCOMING JLI COURSE -  ‘DECODING THE TALMUD’ COMING IN February 

 

“What is the Talmud? Why should I study it?”

The coming course, Decoding the Talmud, is designed to answer these two fundamental questions in depth.

To answer the first question, we explain the Talmud’s goal—recording the Torah Shebaal Peh (the Oral Torah). We introduce the Torah Shebaal Peh as the orally transmitted set of rules that governs the performance of every mitzvah in the Torah, and we explain why it was eventually written down. We get to know the tanna’im and amora’im (the Rabbis of the Talmud) who produced the Mishnah and Gemara over the course of five hundred years. Students get a taste of the rigorous textual analysis the amora’im used on the text of the Mishnah to produce the Gemara, and they also get a glimpse of the powerful logical principles that animate Talmudic learning. In addition, we explore the other side of the Gemara: the wealth of spiritual, ethical, historical, and theological teachings included in the agadata.


To answer the second question, we aim to convey the central role that Talmud study holds in klal Yisrael (the Jewish people). Students will gain an appreciation for the immense value placed on toiling over points of Halachah (Jewish law). They will discover that Jews throughout the generations have regarded the Talmud as an unparalleled religious and cultural treasure. They will also learn that studying the Talmud imparts essential principles of critical thinking and inquiry. And they will come to see that the Talmud shapes almost every facet of Jewish religious and cultural life to this very day.

 

Weekly Torah Class with Rabbi Sholom

Join Rabbi Sholom Eilfort, virtually, as he gives a weekly class in the Torah Portion. You can view the class on Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort’s Facebook feed (must be Facebook “Friends” with Rabbi Eilfort to be able to see the class).

A number of commentaries are curated to make the class profound while also covering the basics. Everyone is invited to join. There is no cost to participate.

Thursdays at 6pm.

 



Hebrew School News – HEBREW IMMERSION! - Winter Break
 

Hebrew School Friday Night at Chabad of Encinitas! THIS WEEK

We started a curriculum where we will go through all of the Alef Bet and learn about something that we are grateful for, starting with the letter of the week. 
The first week was א אור . Alef for Ohr- light. And we made lanterns. 
The second week was ב בית. Bet for Bayit- house and we made Birchat Habayit   to hang in our homes. 
Then we learned about Geshem- rain and made rain in a bottle! 
We talked about Dibbur for daled - Language.
We are up to Hey for Horim - Parents. We made cards for out Ema and Abba.
Vav focused on infants - Valad and how we have grown.
Chanukah is here!


 

The children have also begun alef champ which is a self paced hebrew reading program. 

I am so proud of all of our ckids students and parents ❤

 

 

 



 

Kiddush Sponsor – SPONSORS SOUGHT

We do not yet have a sponsor for this week’s Kiddush. If you have an occasion near at hand please ‘step up to the plate’ and sponsor our fabulous Kiddush!

Each Shabbos after services, our beautiful community enjoys Shabbos lunch together. It is a true celebration where we bask in each other’s company while savoring delicious food.

YOU ARE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE

We are always seeking additional sponsors, so if you can sponsor a Kiddush, please let us know.

An Important Note about Kiddushes –

The policy of the shul is to allow multiple sponsors for every Kiddush unless it is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or something similar (like a 50th wedding anniversary etc.).

There is no such thing as an exclusive Kiddush sponsor.

This is our policy for numerous reasons, not least of which is the fact that Kiddush sponsorships help generate much-needed income for our community and encourages more people to participate.

We thank you for your support and understanding!

Soup & Challah Sponsors

Soup and Challah is being sponsored by Clive Walden & the estate of Channah Hale.

NEED MORE DRIVERS, Thank you Sharna Skjei for volunteering.

Challah is delivered to Mental Health Residential Centers in the area, people undergoing chemotherapy, and people who really love the addition to their Shabbos experience. 

Deliver and get a bag of challah for your family as well!

 

RABBI'S WEEKLY ARTICLE
Rabbi's Thoughts and Haftarah Overview

Shabbos Chazak, Parshas VaYichee

I Kings 2:1-12.

In this week's haftorah, King David delivers his deathbed message to his son and successor, Solomon, echoing this week's Torah reading that discusses at length Jacob's parting words and instructions to his sons.

King David encourages Solomon to be strong and to remain steadfast in his belief in G‑d. This will ensure his success in all his endeavors as well as the continuation of the Davidic Dynasty. David then goes on to give his son some tactical instructions pertaining to various people who deserved punishment or reward for their actions during his reign.

The  haftorah concludes with David's death and his burial in the City of David. King Solomon takes his father's place and his sovereignty is firmly established.

 

SPECIAL WISHES
Condolences | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Yarzeits

PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDAR FOR BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, AND YARZEITS AS WELL AS OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND NEWS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Evelyn Wise, Joan Markovits, and all those celebrating their birthdays this week!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating anniversaries this week!

WE REMEMBER Edith Rudolf, Robert Tilt, Stewart Miller, Cindy Walden, and all of those whose Yarzeit is observed this week.

May Mike Schwartz, Doreen Prager, Rachel Perez, Clive Walden, Sheila Lebovitz, Adam Lemberger, Sandy Radom, Rachel bas Shoshana, Roz Mintz, Sandra Sapol, Penny Chapman, Marissa Sacco, Greg Leon, and Shari Ferguson be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery!

Kiddush Sponsors:

We need Kiddush sponsors for the January Kiddushes. Please contact the shul as soon as possible if you want to sponsor a Kiddush. 

January 11: Sponsor Needed

January 18: Sponsor Needed

January 25: Sponsor Needed

KIDDUSH SPONSORS NEEDED

Sponsoring a Kiddush is a great way to feel part of the Chabad at La Costa family!
(You can co-sponsor a Kiddush)

FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERING
Giving & Helping Opportunities

Security Guard Sponsor Sought – Can You Help?

We have a wonderful security guard who keeps a watch over us while we are in services. The cost is $250 per week. We are looking for a sponsor this week and future weeks. If you are able to help please donate securely by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/donate. Thank you!

 

How to Make a Donation (or Payment)

We would be nowhere without the generous support of our community. Please know that your support is profoundly appreciated!

There are many ways to donate besides checks and cash. Following, please find a list of the various other ‘platforms’ that are available for secure donations that go directly and entirely into the synagogue account (even though they say Nechama's name).

1. PayPal  [email protected]  or PayPal.me/Neilfort

2. Venmo @Nechama-Eilfort

3. Cashapp $nechamae

4. Zelle (Bank of America)   [email protected]

5. Personal credit card     chabadatlacosta.com/donate

6. Join our Legacy Circle - see below

 

Volunteering

Our Soup and Challah Project has been going on its FOURTH year! It was sponsored by Channah Hale and now carried on in her memory.

We are at the point that we need NEW volunteers to drive and deliver food packages around the area.

Please consider making this a part of your Friday routine. Volunteers pick up a few containers of soup and bags of challah at 3:00pm and delivering them to the door of the recipients. Volunteers also get soup and challah!

Enhanced Security

Our number one priority is to ensure the safety and security of our shul family. We have a robust security system in place. We have gone to the added expense of hiring a uniformed, armed guard, who is with us, watching over us, in addition to our internal security team. 

The added layer of security is expensive. Please help us by donating to the security of our shul community by following this link: www.chabadatlacosta.com/donate. The cost is approximately $300 per week. All donations are tax-deductible.

 

New Mitzvah Opportunity

Bikur Cholim of SD Volunteers Needed! Message me if you would like me to share the spreadsheet for visitation hours.

There are a number of patients at UCSD La Jolla that have come from Israel to receive transplants here. They need our help!

Bikur Cholim of S Diego is a community organization helping the sick with care packages, visitation, driving spouses to and from the hospital, etc.

If you are able to give a few hours of your time, it will make another person's day that much better!

To get involved, sign up at www.BikurCholimSD.com

 

The Foundation Project  - City Approved Plan

We are raising funds that will be used towards completing our basement. This project will include a TEEN LOUNGE, CLASSROOMS, a LIBRARY, OFFICES, STORAGE SPACE, BATHROOMS, and more. Call Rabbi to inquire about available dedications. The money we raise also goes towards scholarships for Hebrew School students, our Challah and Chicken Soup program, and all of our ongoing expenses.

New Dedications available www.chabadatlacosta.com/JLC

Create Your Jewish Legacy Plan for the Future - Now

We have been blessed with life! Yet, we know that no one lives forever. This begs the question, “What will your legacy be?” Most of us have children, and they certainly should figure prominently into our plans. But our children are only a part of what we leave behind. Just as we endeavor to give Tzedakah generously, so as to selflessly make the world a better place while we are alive, so too we need to make sure that we leave a percentage of our estates for the benefit of others. Judaism tells us that it is incumbent upon us to leave the world better than when we found it. We do this by giving Tzedakah.

We can help.

Chabad has partnered with the Jewish Community Foundation in the creation of our Legacy Circle "Generation to Generation - Ensuring a Jewish Tomorrow, Today".  Many people do not prepare appropriately for the inevitable. They do not leave a will, or even if they do it is not consistent with Jewish Law. If one wants his body to be handled with the respect and care mandated by Jewish Law or if one wants the funeral service conducted according to Jewish Law, it must be arranged in advance. Don’t leave these critical details to luck!

Contact Rabbi Eilfort for a private appointment so these important matters can be handled how you want.

Send a personal email to [email protected] to schedule an appointment today.  

We honor our Legacy Circle Members*:

Joel Barnett

Angela Chapman

Beverly Galperin

Anonymous 1

Channah Hale

Len Hyman

Devorah Katz

Sheila Lebovitz

Ilyse Loven

David Markoff

Anonymous 2

Karen Miller

Ed Richard

Ira Schechtel

Sharon Silverstein

Steve and Cindy Marion Walker

Anonymous 3

  *Has provided Chabad with a Declaration of Intent. 

Click here for a Declaration of Intent and more information

 

Memorial Plaques & Tree of Life Plaques Available

Our beautiful Memorial Boards have been installed. We specifically designed our custom-built bookcases to ‘frame’ each of the boards. The first Memorial Board was dedicated by the Brunelle Family, the second Board was dedicated by the Alter Family, and the new Board has been dedicated by Miriam Reisman in memory of her husband, Harold.

We are currently offering Memorial Plaques to those who wish to perpetually honor the memory of a loved one in a most dignified and permanent manner. Those who dedicate Memorial Plaques will also receive yearly reminders of the Yarzeit in the newsletter and in the calendar and the light on the Board will be illuminated each year on the Yarzeit. The donation is only $500 per Memorial Board plaque.

We also have a gorgeous Tree of Life dedicated by the Lieberman Family that has been ‘growing. The purpose of the plaques on the Tree of Life is to commemorate joyous occasions (like Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversaries, special birthdays, weddings etc.). The donation is $180 for a leaf on the Tree of Life.

Those who wish to participate should send an email to   [email protected], or call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891.

We are excited to designate a section of our Tree of Life to our Legacy Circle. Watch the Tree and see article above. ​

 

CHABAD VIRTUAL & IN PERSON Classes
Get Some Class

We have an ever-expanding menu of online learning opportunities for everyone. Below please find an overview of our current classes and a schedule of when you can join in on Facebook Live. If you miss the live class you can watch the recorded version, on Facebook.

 

JLI Course - this series of courses requires registration...
 

 

 Coastal Gan - GROWING AGAIN!

We are looking for NEW STUDENTS and NEW STAFF

We are accepting infant and preschool age children.

 

I Please Like the shul’s Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/ChabadatLaCosta

For up to date pictures and announcements follow our Facebook Page and join our community Group.  

A COMMUNITY FOR YOU AND ME
Coastal Chabads are here for YOU

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Kosher Food Options in SD:

Ralph's La Jolla - a full service Kosher market, bakery, and deli, dairy (CY) also available. Store Hours 5am to 1am. Counter hours 9-5 (Fridays 9-2)
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-597-1550
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego and RCC
  

Harissa - Mediterranean Cuisine  (used to be Botanic Burger) Sun 10:30am-5:30pm  Mon-Thurs 10:30am-8pm
4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 (in the JCC)
858-362-1353
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego 
  

Parisien Gourmandises - Dairy items NOT CY Pareve items are acceptable, some CY items available  M-Th 9am-5:30pm 
7643 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (inside Floral Palette La Jolla)
858-352-6552
KSA Kosher
  

Spice at the Oceanview cafeteria UCSD - Spice station is a international themed restaurant, located within the Oceanview Terrace at UCSD. Hrs?
9500 Gilman Drive 0512, Thurgood Marshall College, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 822-1677
Star-K
  

Hamitbach - Israeli street food S-Th 11am-7pm F 11am-3pm
5664 Mission Center Rd #402, San Diego, CA 92108
Vaad HaRabbonim of San Diego

La Mesa Pizzaworks - Classic & Unique Pizzas. Ice cream Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri 11am-2pm
Saturdays Closed (check out our social media and website for special Saturday Nights that we will be open) 
Dine in and takeout 
Lamesapizzaworks.com
7406 University ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Boker Kitchen - Coffee, Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza S-Th 9am-8pm F 9am-3pm
8935 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

K-Dogs - Kosher hot dog stand

Follow on Instagram to find location
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel

Meats and Eats -  Shopping for kosher meat, and poultry, mostly frozen goods. Packaged groceries and baked goods. M-Th 9am -7pm
12925 El Camino Real J-0, San Diego, CA 92130
(760) 756-7437

Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Check packages for Kosher status. 

Mega Glatt Mart - Large variety of meat and groceries. Hours S-Th 9-6 Fr 9-3
6375 El Cajon Blvd suite F San Diego, CA 92115
(310) 663-6528
Prepackaged items under RCC Check packages for Kosher status.
 

 

DAILY JEWISH NEWS Available in Your Inbox for Free!

Sign up, as we have, for the daily Jewish news by subscribing to the www.sdjewishworld.com. Our dear friend and noted writer, Don Harrison, curates a refreshing variety of Jewish-interest stories. The daily emails are refreshing, as they come from a Jewish perspective. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Simply logon to the website and follow the prompts to subscribe.

 

Security Protocols

Everyone is Subject to Search

No Firearms (We have a well-defined security plan in effect and any unauthorized firearms could create confusion and actually reduce security).

Backpacks Prohibited

All Bags Subject to Search

 

Need a Minyan?

If you need a Minyan to say Kaddish please give the office at least a few days’ notice. We are happy to provide this important service, but it takes time to arrange enough participants to assure the quorum is present. Please email   [email protected] your request.

 

Shabbat Services with Meaning & Joy

Every Saturday we get together to celebrate the holy Shabbat in song and prayer. Our services are both traditional and user-friendly, as we fully recognize that not everyone has experience Davening (praying) in a traditional setting. What those who have joined have found is that the atmosphere in our synagogue is conducive to meaningful meditation. A knowledge of Hebrew is not necessary to participate. In fact, the only thing that is needed is the desire to learn and to connect to the Almighty. It is an enriching experience not to be missed! Shabbat services begin at 10am and conclude at approximately 12:30pm and are followed by a wonderful community lunch. There is no cost to attend and reservations are not needed.

 

Membership

NOW is the time to join the family! Membership includes High Holiday seats and discounts on other programs and activities. However, the main reason to join is to demonstrate your commitment to the future of Judaism in our area and to our community.

If you have already filled out and returned your Membership form please accept this message as our sincere thank you!

We urge you to pick the level of Membership and the financial commitment you feel comfortable with, and to fill out the form that you will find by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/membership. We thank all of our amazing donors!

 

Belonging to a Jewish Community is not only gratifying and fulfilling it is also extremely important, for within the community one finds a place to connect with G-d and one’s soul, a place of learning and spiritual enrichment, a great source of friends, a place to bestow one’s Jewish legacy upon his or her child/ren, and so much more. Check out   www.ChabadatLaCosta.com to learn more. 

The beauty of OUR Jewish Community is that we offer so many different options that everyone is sure to find something enriching and meaningful. Below please find a partial list of some of our current offerings. If you have never come by before pick an item or two and try it out. If you have already tried an item or two find another one that sounds interesting and give it a whirl. “Connection” – that is the name of the game and that is precisely what you will find here! 

*Daily Minyan   *Shabbat Services   *Weekly Kiddush Luncheon   *Mysticism Classes   *Torah Portion Class   *Hebrew School   *Bar/Bat Mitzvah Training   *Mommy and Me   *Family Friday Night Services and Dinner   *Women’s Group   *Youth Activities   *Pastoral Counseling   *Holiday Programming   *Community Meals   *Hospital Visitation   *Weekly Email Updates   *Hospital Visitation   *Mezuzah Campaign   *Jewish Heritage Workshops   *Jewish Learning Institute Affiliate *Jewish Encinitas *Chabad of Carlsbad N *Coastal Gan Preschool *Ckids Hebrew School

 

Shul Etiquette

Those who join us regularly for Shabbat services will agree that we have something very special going. The family-friendly atmosphere is unique and most inviting. We welcome everyone as though he/she is a long time member of the family.

At the same time it is important to remember that we are a synagogue. Our sanctuary is meant to be a place where it is conducive to finding inner peace and tranquility. That is why the Rabbis have many laws concerning the decorum of a shul.

It is appropriate to dress modestly and to dress somewhat formally in shul. Men should wear button down shirts, slacks (no jeans or shorts), with jackets and even ties when possible. Of course the head is to be kept covered at all times. Women should wear skirts that go past the knees and blouses with high neck lines and sleeves that cover the elbows. Married women should wear hats and the like.

Children must be supervised at all times by the parents except during Junior Congregation (11:30am). While we want the children to have a great time together it is also important that they do not become so wild and/or boisterous that they disturb those of us who are participating in the services.

We must remember that we should walk to shul and never park in the parking lot if there already eight cars parked. Finally, and we fully realize this goes against Jewish DNA, it is appropriate to come to shul ON TIME. While we know everyone is vying to be counted as the 10th, we are equally sure Hashem will give extra credit to those who come ON TIME at 10am (not to be confused with 11:30). We look forward to seeing you here!

 

Cell Phones & Chatting During Services

Needless to say the sanctuary on Shabbat or holidays is a place that must be conducive to reflective prayers and serenity. To help keep it this way, please refrain from engaging in any conversations during services and please do not bring in your cell phone. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Critical Maintenance Issue – Your Cooperation Needed

PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY thing that may be flushed is toilet paper – NO EXCEPTIONS. This means tissue, baby wipes, paper towels, or any other product may NEVER be flushed, but instead must be disposed of in the provided trash receptacles.

THANK YOU for your cooperation!

 

Public Service Announcement – Let’s Work TOGETHER to Maintain OUR Shul

We have a beautiful shul. Everyone agrees. It is not easy to maintain everything, but we work hard to keep things clean and in good working order. We need your help.

Our sanctuary is graced with gorgeous, custom made, stained glass windows. These windows MUST be kept in pristine condition. Please respect the windows by only looking and never touching them. G-d forbid, they can easily be scratched if we are not careful. Also, please do not put ANY objects (cups, books, tissues etc.) on the window sills as it detracts from the windows.

Our custom-built furniture from Israel is as precious as it looks. People have put down cups (full and empty) on the partitions and the shelves. This is inappropriate. Children cannot sit on or climb on the furnishings – other than sitting in the pews as they were designed to be used. No exceptions.

Please put away your own Talis and prayer books, and replace the book racks when done using them. Please throw away your own garbage.

If we can all work together we will keep our shul beautiful!

THANK YOU for your understanding and cooperation.

 

Omni La Costa Resort Welcomes Chabad at La Costa Guests

We are pleased that our world-famous neighbor, the Omni La Costa Resort, has extended a special program offering all sorts of perks to those who book using the Chabad code when booking.

More than 600 people use the Chabad code each year ! Many people have expressed gratitude at having such world-class facilities in such close and convenient proximity to our Shul, and the joy at being to stay at the Omni and walk to Chabad for Shabbat services.

For discount details, to make your reservation, or to share the information with a friend, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/omni and click through. And remember to leave a positive review.

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Jonathan Rozansky : Your Chabad Real Estate Agent & Mortgage Broker 
Whether you are Selling, Buying or Refinancing your home, do not proceed without calling Jonathan Rozansky, a licensed realtor and mortgage professional, first.  Jonathan will look out for your best interest and can answer all your real estate and financing questions.  Call for a free market analysis report today.

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 Neal Sperling Business Development

Highly talented, highly experienced business development/marketing consultant to wide range of businesses and non-profits can help you to find innovative new ways to raise money, launch, brand, market, sell, merchandise, and promote your products, services, and organization. Has written and improved wide variety of business plans, marketing plans, obtained major grants/new funding for a wide variety of ventures. Has unique ability to study most any business, quickly and creatively identify new sources of potential revenue, reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and drive more sales in the quickest time frames. Recognized expert on how to drive new sales via the internet. Acclaimed speaker to Southern California business groups, and particularly known for being a great “connector” with ability to introduce you to a wide variety of hard-to-reach decision-makers in various fields. Strong background in consumer products, medical products, high tech, "clean tech," "green" products, non-profits, much more. Call for details: cell: 818-219-9585.

 

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Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoos

I am a small Jewish farmer running my business in La Costa  called Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoo. I arrive with my animals at little children's birthday parties, senior homes,  graduation parties, and resorts in the area, to share my love of animals. I also do animal therapy with children and adults. Fantastic!! Call me to make an appointment or set up a birthday party.

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Volume 26 Number 15| 2 Tevet, 5785 | January 2 '25

 

Chabad Weekly Update

Volume 26 Number 15| 2 Tevet, 5785 | January 2 '25
 
B"H
 
Message from the Rabbi
 

Let’s talk about something we’ve all felt: anger. Whether it’s getting cut off in traffic or dealing with someone who really hurt us, anger can come fast and hit hard. It’s natural to feel upset when someone wrongs us. But our tradition offers us a way to approach these moments that can bring us closer to each other and to G-d.

The Talmud likens getting angry to worshipping idols. At first, that sounds extreme—after all, anger is just an emotion. But when we look at the story of Joseph and his brothers in this week’s Torah portion, we start to understand.

Joseph had every reason to be angry. His brothers sold him into slavery and tore him away from his family for over 20 years. Yet, when they finally reunited, Joseph didn’t lash out. Instead, he said, “You didn’t send me here; G-d did.” Joseph saw the bigger picture—everything that happened was part of G-d’s plan, even if it came about through someone else’s bad choices.

When we’re angry, it’s easy to focus on what someone else did to us. But Joseph’s story reminds us to step back and see G-d’s hand in our lives. That doesn’t mean bad behavior is okay, but it helps us let go of anger and look for ways to move forward.

As a community, this perspective is powerful. When we let go of grudges and see each other through the lens of compassion, we build unity. And that unity is what makes us strong and prepares us for the coming of Moshiach and the Final Redemption.

Shabbat shalom,

Candle Lighting Times
Carlsbad and Encinitas

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE:

Friday, January 3 @ 4:37pm

Shabbat Ends: Saturday, January 4 @ 5:36pm

Come pick up a Shabbat Candle lighting kit with the prayers and instructions.

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE

Holidays & SHABBOS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
NO Evening Services & YES Morning Services & YES Soup and Challah

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Chabad provides Homemade Challah and/or Chicken Soup as a service to people in facilities, on chemo, or who just need homemade soup and challah, around the neighborhood. (If you know someone who should be on the list of recipients, let me know.) 

We have one new volunteer, Thank YOU. I would love to have one more. Every Friday at 2:30pm. If you can help, please respond.

Thank you in advance!

 

Mens’ Club THIS Sunday @ 2pm

All men are invited to join us for our monthly Men’s Club on Sunday at 2pm. Not only will we have a lively conversation about current events, but we will share Torah thoughts, and refreshments. It is a great place for us to network and build friendships.

 

Fast of the 10th of Teves THIS Week

This coming Friday is the 10th of the Hebrew month of Teves, which is the day that Nevuchadnezzer, King of Babylon, placed Jerusalem under siege leading to the destruction of the First Holy Temple in the year 422 BCE. The fast begins at 5:30am and concludes at 5:28pm.

Jewish Trivia Question:

There are only two dates on which we would fast on Shabbos. What are they?

Answer: The 10th of Tishrei (Yom Kippur), and the 10th of Teves are the only times the Jewish calendar mandates that we fast on Shabbos. Obviously, we only fast a bit on Shabbos in this case.

Additional Jewish Trivia Question:

When else would we ever conceivably fast on Shabbos?

(If you know the answer please respond to this email for special recognition.) 

 



 

UPCOMING JLI COURSE -  ‘DECODING THE TALMUD’ COMING IN February - A LETTER FROM THE COURSE’S AUTHOR

 

“What is the Talmud? Why should I study it?”

The coming course, Decoding the Talmud, is designed to answer these two fundamental questions in depth.

To answer the first question, we explain the Talmud’s goal—recording the Torah Shebaal Peh (the Oral Torah). We introduce the Torah Shebaal Peh as the orally transmitted set of rules that governs the performance of every mitzvah in the Torah, and we explain why it was eventually written down. We get to know the tanna’im and amora’im (the Rabbis of the Talmud) who produced the Mishnah and Gemara over the course of five hundred years. Students get a taste of the rigorous textual analysis the amora’im used on the text of the Mishnah to produce the Gemara, and they also get a glimpse of the powerful logical principles that animate Talmudic learning. In addition, we explore the other side of the Gemara: the wealth of spiritual, ethical, historical, and theological teachings included in the agadata.


To answer the second question, we aim to convey the central role that Talmud study holds in klal Yisrael (the Jewish people). Students will gain an appreciation for the immense value placed on toiling over points of Halachah (Jewish law). They will discover that Jews throughout the generations have regarded the Talmud as an unparalleled religious and cultural treasure. They will also learn that studying the Talmud imparts essential principles of critical thinking and inquiry. And they will come to see that the Talmud shapes almost every facet of Jewish religious and cultural life to this very day.

 

Weekly Torah Class with Rabbi Sholom

Join Rabbi Sholom Eilfort, virtually, as he gives a weekly class in the Torah Portion. You can view the class on Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort’s Facebook feed (must be Facebook “Friends” with Rabbi Eilfort to be able to see the class).

A number of commentaries are curated to make the class profound while also covering the basics. Everyone is invited to join. There is no cost to participate.

Thursdays at 6pm.

 



Hebrew School News – HEBREW IMMERSION! - Winter Break
 

Hebrew School Friday Night at Chabad of Encinitas! THIS WEEK

We started a curriculum where we will go through all of the Alef Bet and learn about something that we are grateful for, starting with the letter of the week. 
The first week was א אור . Alef for Ohr- light. And we made lanterns. 
The second week was ב בית. Bet for Bayit- house and we made Birchat Habayit   to hang in our homes. 
Then we learned about Geshem- rain and made rain in a bottle! 
We talked about Dibbur for daled - Language.
We are up to Hey for Horim - Parents. We made cards for out Ema and Abba.
Vav focused on infants - Valad and how we have grown.
Chanukah is here!

 

The children have also begun alef champ which is a self paced hebrew reading program. 

I am so proud of all of our ckids students and parents ❤

 

 

 



 

Kiddush Sponsor – ADDITIONAL SPONSORS SOUGHT

The Kiddush this week is being sponsored by Rabbi and Rebbetzin Elia and Chaya Eilfort in honor of Follie’s birthday!

It is being cosponsored by Rabbi and Rebbetzin Yeruchem and Nechama Eilfort in honor of Rebbetzin Chana Levy (Nechama’s mother) who is visiting. 

Each Shabbos after services, our beautiful community enjoys Shabbos lunch together. It is a true celebration where we bask in each other’s company while savoring delicious food.

YOU ARE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE

We are always seeking additional sponsors, so if you can sponsor a Kiddush, please let us know.

An Important Note about Kiddushes –

The policy of the shul is to allow multiple sponsors for every Kiddush unless it is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or something similar (like a 50th wedding anniversary etc.).

There is no such thing as an exclusive Kiddush sponsor.

This is our policy for numerous reasons, not least of which is the fact that Kiddush sponsorships help generate much-needed income for our community and encourages more people to participate.

We thank you for your support and understanding!

Soup & Challah Sponsors

Soup and Challah is being sponsored by Clive Walden & the estate of Channah Hale.

NEED MORE DRIVERS, Thank you Sharna Skjei for volunteering.

Challah is delivered to Mental Health Residential Centers in the area, people undergoing chemotherapy, and people who really love the addition to their Shabbos experience. 

Deliver and get a bag of challah for your family as well!

 

RABBI'S WEEKLY ARTICLE
Rabbi's Thoughts and Haftarah Overview

Welcome to our SANCTUARY!

(Please check the politics at the door.)

AKA: Is G-d a Democrat or Republican?

By: Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort

The epicenter of any synagogue is obviously the sanctuary. It is the focal point. It is the reason the building exists. It may not be the only thing that attracts and serves the congregation, but it is the genesis of everything that occurs on campus. This is true regardless of the philosophy of the given synagogue.

The synagogue is primarily meant to be a place where the community congregates to jointly communicate with the Almighty. We ask our G-d for our personal and communal needs, spiritual and physical.

There are wonderful ‘fringe benefits’ of coming to the synagogue; most profoundly, the coalescing of a community with shared beliefs, moral and ethical codes, and cultural influences. Indeed, the synagogue serves as the primary location of Jewish community building.

The United States, called by the Lubavitcher Rebbe, of blessed memory, the nation of kindness, recognizes the critical role played by the synagogue and therefore designated it as a non-profit organization, which means that donations made to support the synagogue are tax-deductible. This is very different from the designation of political organizations, where the money donated is not tax-deductible.

This distinction is both telling and critically important.

If Judaism brings us together, politics, by its very nature, is extremely divisive. Allow me to illustrate my point.

Presumably everybody wants to decrease poverty. However, there are sharp disagreements on how best to eradicate it. Some will say if someone is hungry, “give him a fish,” while others will say, “teach him how to fish.” In both cases the donor wants to alleviate the hunger of the recipient, they just have different philosophies of how to achieve their laudable goal.

These sharp differences of opinions can bring out less-than-praiseworthy behaviors, as these debates sometimes devolve into name-calling and vilifying one’s antagonist. That is not to say that political discussions and debates are not worthwhile, in fact they are critical to a healthy democracy. But, like everything else, there is a time and place for them.

The appropriate time for political debate or even political discourse is NOT in the sanctuary of one’s local synagogue, and certainly not during services. Too many people have equated their personal political outlook as being synonymous with morality. Because someone may disagree with their analysis or ideas, they call the person all sorts of horrid names and accuse the person of all sorts of terrible motives, like racism, homophobia, lack of patriotism etc. They have made their politics into their religion, and this is harmful.

Is G-d a Democrat or a Republican? Yes. There are philosophical elements that are foundational to both the Democratic and Republican Parties, which come directly from the Torah. This country is about evenly split between the ‘liberal’ and the ‘conservative’ outlook. What this means is that when politics are discussed, from the Bima for example, about half of those in attendance feel alienated.

Does anyone come to the synagogue to learn what his/her political philosophy should be? I would bet that not a single person comes to shul to be taught about politics. As an aside, I find it ironic that those who profess to be the most tolerant are often times the most judgmental and intolerant of dissenting opinions. 

That is why you will not experience a political sermon in a Chabad synagogue. The Rebbe emphasized time and again what our job is (and what it isn’t). Our job is not to teach politics, even if we mean well. Our job is to build bridges with our fellow Jews, to help nurture the latent holiness in every member of our people. We don’t guilt trip. Ever. Positive reinforcement is the order of the day.

In the sanctuary, when engaging in conversation with others, we should be emphasizing our commonalities and encouraging devotion to G-d, to the Jewish people, to the Land of Israel, and to the Torah of Israel. How many of our people need to be turned off to Judaism before we learn this lesson?! In this case intent does not matter, only the outcome. Did the conversation bring the other person closer to Judaism? If yes, it was worthwhile. If not...

It is time we take back our sanctuaries making them into actual sanctuaries! A place of community-building, a place where our beautiful Jewish family can come together in fellowship and love.   

 

Shabbos Parshas VaYigash

Ezekiel 37:15-28.

This week's haftorah mentions the fusion of the kingdoms of Judah and Joseph during the Messianic Era, echoing the beginning of this week's Torah reading: "And Judah approached him [Joseph]."

The prophet Ezekiel shares a prophecy he received, in which G‑d instructs him to take two sticks and to write on one, "For Judah and for the children of Israel his companions" and on the other, "For Joseph, the stick of Ephraim and all the house of Israel, his companions." After doing so he was told to put the two near each other, and  G‑d fused them into one stick.

G‑d explains to Ezekiel that these sticks are symbolic of the House of Israel, that was divided into two (often warring) kingdoms: the Northern Kingdom that was established by Jeroboam, a member of the Tribe of Ephraim, and the Southern Kingdom, that remained under the reign of the Davidic (Judean) Dynasty. The fusing of the two sticks represented the merging of the kingdoms that will transpire during the Messianic Era — with the Messiah, a descendant of David, at the helm of this unified empire.

"So says the L-rd G‑d: 'Behold I will take the children of Israel from among the nations where they have gone, and I will gather them from every side, and I will bring them to their land. And I will make them into one nation in the land upon the mountains of Israel, and one king shall be to them all as a king...'"

The  haftorah ends with G‑d's assurance that "they shall dwell on the land that I have given to My servant, to Jacob, wherein your forefathers lived; and they shall dwell upon it, they and their children and their children's children, forever; and My servant David shall be their prince forever."

 

SPECIAL WISHES
Condolences | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Yarzeits

PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDAR FOR BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, AND YARZEITS AS WELL AS OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND NEWS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Follie Eilfort, Jon Rozansky, and all those celebrating their birthdays this week!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating anniversaries this week!

WE REMEMBER Arnold Gross, Dr. William Pincus. Esther Cohen, Yoel Seigal, Ann Miller, Pearl Benbassat, and all of those whose Yarzeit is observed this week.

May Mike Schwartz, Doreen Prager, Rachel Perez, Clive Walden, Sheila Lebovitz, Adam Lemberger, Sandy Radom, Rachel bas Shoshana, Roz Mintz, Sandra Sapol, Penny Chapman, Marissa Sacco, Greg Leon, and Shari Ferguson be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery!

Kiddush Sponsors:

January 4:  Rabbi Elia & Chaya Eilfort in honor of their son Follie's birthday
                 Rabbi Yeruchem & Nechama Eilfort in honor of her mother, Chana Levy',s visit

January 11: Sponsor Needed

January 18: Sponsor Needed

January 25: Sponsor Needed

KIDDUSH SPONSORS NEEDED

Sponsoring a Kiddush is a great way to feel part of the Chabad at La Costa family!
(You can co-sponsor a Kiddush)

FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERING
Giving & Helping Opportunities

Security Guard Sponsor Sought – Can You Help?

We have a wonderful security guard who keeps a watch over us while we are in services. The cost is $250 per week. We are looking for a sponsor this week and future weeks. If you are able to help please donate securely by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/donate. Thank you!

 

How to Make a Donation (or Payment)

We would be nowhere without the generous support of our community. Please know that your support is profoundly appreciated!

There are many ways to donate besides checks and cash. Following, please find a list of the various other ‘platforms’ that are available for secure donations that go directly and entirely into the synagogue account (even though they say Nechama's name).

1. PayPal  [email protected]  or PayPal.me/Neilfort

2. Venmo @Nechama-Eilfort

3. Cashapp $nechamae

4. Zelle (Bank of America)   [email protected]

5. Personal credit card     chabadatlacosta.com/donate

6. Join our Legacy Circle - see below

 

Volunteering

Our Soup and Challah Project has been going on its FOURTH year! It was sponsored by Channah Hale and now carried on in her memory.

We are at the point that we need NEW volunteers to drive and deliver food packages around the area.

Please consider making this a part of your Friday routine. Volunteers pick up a few containers of soup and bags of challah at 3:00pm and delivering them to the door of the recipients. Volunteers also get soup and challah!

Enhanced Security

Our number one priority is to ensure the safety and security of our shul family. We have a robust security system in place. We have gone to the added expense of hiring a uniformed, armed guard, who is with us, watching over us, in addition to our internal security team. 

The added layer of security is expensive. Please help us by donating to the security of our shul community by following this link: www.chabadatlacosta.com/donate. The cost is approximately $300 per week. All donations are tax-deductible.

 

New Mitzvah Opportunity

Bikur Cholim of SD Volunteers Needed! Message me if you would like me to share the spreadsheet for visitation hours.

There are a number of patients at UCSD La Jolla that have come from Israel to receive transplants here. They need our help!

Bikur Cholim of S Diego is a community organization helping the sick with care packages, visitation, driving spouses to and from the hospital, etc.

If you are able to give a few hours of your time, it will make another person's day that much better!

To get involved, sign up at www.BikurCholimSD.com

 

The Foundation Project  - City Approved Plan

We are raising funds that will be used towards completing our basement. This project will include a TEEN LOUNGE, CLASSROOMS, a LIBRARY, OFFICES, STORAGE SPACE, BATHROOMS, and more. Call Rabbi to inquire about available dedications. The money we raise also goes towards scholarships for Hebrew School students, our Challah and Chicken Soup program, and all of our ongoing expenses.

New Dedications available www.chabadatlacosta.com/JLC

Create Your Jewish Legacy Plan for the Future - Now

We have been blessed with life! Yet, we know that no one lives forever. This begs the question, “What will your legacy be?” Most of us have children, and they certainly should figure prominently into our plans. But our children are only a part of what we leave behind. Just as we endeavor to give Tzedakah generously, so as to selflessly make the world a better place while we are alive, so too we need to make sure that we leave a percentage of our estates for the benefit of others. Judaism tells us that it is incumbent upon us to leave the world better than when we found it. We do this by giving Tzedakah.

We can help.

Chabad has partnered with the Jewish Community Foundation in the creation of our Legacy Circle "Generation to Generation - Ensuring a Jewish Tomorrow, Today".  Many people do not prepare appropriately for the inevitable. They do not leave a will, or even if they do it is not consistent with Jewish Law. If one wants his body to be handled with the respect and care mandated by Jewish Law or if one wants the funeral service conducted according to Jewish Law, it must be arranged in advance. Don’t leave these critical details to luck!

Contact Rabbi Eilfort for a private appointment so these important matters can be handled how you want.

Send a personal email to [email protected] to schedule an appointment today.  

We honor our Legacy Circle Members*:

Joel Barnett

Angela Chapman

Beverly Galperin

Anonymous 1

Channah Hale

Len Hyman

Devorah Katz

Sheila Lebovitz

Ilyse Loven

David Markoff

Anonymous 2

Karen Miller

Ed Richard

Ira Schechtel

Sharon Silverstein

Steve and Cindy Marion Walker

Anonymous 3

  *Has provided Chabad with a Declaration of Intent. 

Click here for a Declaration of Intent and more information

 

Memorial Plaques & Tree of Life Plaques Available

Our beautiful Memorial Boards have been installed. We specifically designed our custom-built bookcases to ‘frame’ each of the boards. The first Memorial Board was dedicated by the Brunelle Family, the second Board was dedicated by the Alter Family, and the new Board has been dedicated by Miriam Reisman in memory of her husband, Harold.

We are currently offering Memorial Plaques to those who wish to perpetually honor the memory of a loved one in a most dignified and permanent manner. Those who dedicate Memorial Plaques will also receive yearly reminders of the Yarzeit in the newsletter and in the calendar and the light on the Board will be illuminated each year on the Yarzeit. The donation is only $500 per Memorial Board plaque.

We also have a gorgeous Tree of Life dedicated by the Lieberman Family that has been ‘growing. The purpose of the plaques on the Tree of Life is to commemorate joyous occasions (like Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversaries, special birthdays, weddings etc.). The donation is $180 for a leaf on the Tree of Life.

Those who wish to participate should send an email to   [email protected], or call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891.

We are excited to designate a section of our Tree of Life to our Legacy Circle. Watch the Tree and see article above. ​

 

CHABAD VIRTUAL & IN PERSON Classes
Get Some Class

We have an ever-expanding menu of online learning opportunities for everyone. Below please find an overview of our current classes and a schedule of when you can join in on Facebook Live. If you miss the live class you can watch the recorded version, on Facebook.

 

JLI Course - this series of courses requires registration...
 

 

 Coastal Gan - GROWING AGAIN!

We are looking for NEW STUDENTS and NEW STAFF

We are accepting infant and preschool age children.

 

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A COMMUNITY FOR YOU AND ME
Coastal Chabads are here for YOU

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Kosher Food Options in SD:

Ralph's La Jolla - a full service Kosher market, bakery, and deli, dairy (CY) also available. Store Hours 5am to 1am. Counter hours 9-5 (Fridays 9-2)
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-597-1550
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego and RCC
  

Harissa - Mediterranean Cuisine  (used to be Botanic Burger) Sun 10:30am-5:30pm  Mon-Thurs 10:30am-8pm
4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 (in the JCC)
858-362-1353
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego 
  

Parisien Gourmandises - Dairy items NOT CY Pareve items are acceptable, some CY items available  M-Th 9am-5:30pm 
7643 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (inside Floral Palette La Jolla)
858-352-6552
KSA Kosher
  

Spice at the Oceanview cafeteria UCSD - Spice station is a international themed restaurant, located within the Oceanview Terrace at UCSD. Hrs?
9500 Gilman Drive 0512, Thurgood Marshall College, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 822-1677
Star-K
  

Hamitbach - Israeli street food S-Th 11am-7pm F 11am-3pm
5664 Mission Center Rd #402, San Diego, CA 92108
Vaad HaRabbonim of San Diego

La Mesa Pizzaworks - Classic & Unique Pizzas. Ice cream Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri 11am-2pm
Saturdays Closed (check out our social media and website for special Saturday Nights that we will be open) 
Dine in and takeout 
Lamesapizzaworks.com
7406 University ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Boker Kitchen - Coffee, Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza S-Th 9am-8pm F 9am-3pm
8935 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Meats and Eats -  Shopping for kosher meat, and poultry, mostly frozen goods. Packaged groceries and baked goods. M-Th 9am -7pm
12925 El Camino Real J-0, San Diego, CA 92130
(760) 756-7437

Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Check packages for Kosher status. 

Mega Glatt Mart - Large variety of meat and groceries. Hours S-Th 9-6 Fr 9-3
6375 El Cajon Blvd suite F San Diego, CA 92115
(310) 663-6528
Prepackaged items under RCC Check packages for Kosher status.
 

 

DAILY JEWISH NEWS Available in Your Inbox for Free!

Sign up, as we have, for the daily Jewish news by subscribing to the www.sdjewishworld.com. Our dear friend and noted writer, Don Harrison, curates a refreshing variety of Jewish-interest stories. The daily emails are refreshing, as they come from a Jewish perspective. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Simply logon to the website and follow the prompts to subscribe.

 

Security Protocols

Everyone is Subject to Search

No Firearms (We have a well-defined security plan in effect and any unauthorized firearms could create confusion and actually reduce security).

Backpacks Prohibited

All Bags Subject to Search

 

Need a Minyan?

If you need a Minyan to say Kaddish please give the office at least a few days’ notice. We are happy to provide this important service, but it takes time to arrange enough participants to assure the quorum is present. Please email   [email protected] your request.

 

Shabbat Services with Meaning & Joy

Every Saturday we get together to celebrate the holy Shabbat in song and prayer. Our services are both traditional and user-friendly, as we fully recognize that not everyone has experience Davening (praying) in a traditional setting. What those who have joined have found is that the atmosphere in our synagogue is conducive to meaningful meditation. A knowledge of Hebrew is not necessary to participate. In fact, the only thing that is needed is the desire to learn and to connect to the Almighty. It is an enriching experience not to be missed! Shabbat services begin at 10am and conclude at approximately 12:30pm and are followed by a wonderful community lunch. There is no cost to attend and reservations are not needed.

 

Membership

NOW is the time to join the family! Membership includes High Holiday seats and discounts on other programs and activities. However, the main reason to join is to demonstrate your commitment to the future of Judaism in our area and to our community.

If you have already filled out and returned your Membership form please accept this message as our sincere thank you!

We urge you to pick the level of Membership and the financial commitment you feel comfortable with, and to fill out the form that you will find by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/membership. We thank all of our amazing donors!

 

Belonging to a Jewish Community is not only gratifying and fulfilling it is also extremely important, for within the community one finds a place to connect with G-d and one’s soul, a place of learning and spiritual enrichment, a great source of friends, a place to bestow one’s Jewish legacy upon his or her child/ren, and so much more. Check out   www.ChabadatLaCosta.com to learn more. 

The beauty of OUR Jewish Community is that we offer so many different options that everyone is sure to find something enriching and meaningful. Below please find a partial list of some of our current offerings. If you have never come by before pick an item or two and try it out. If you have already tried an item or two find another one that sounds interesting and give it a whirl. “Connection” – that is the name of the game and that is precisely what you will find here! 

*Daily Minyan   *Shabbat Services   *Weekly Kiddush Luncheon   *Mysticism Classes   *Torah Portion Class   *Hebrew School   *Bar/Bat Mitzvah Training   *Mommy and Me   *Family Friday Night Services and Dinner   *Women’s Group   *Youth Activities   *Pastoral Counseling   *Holiday Programming   *Community Meals   *Hospital Visitation   *Weekly Email Updates   *Hospital Visitation   *Mezuzah Campaign   *Jewish Heritage Workshops   *Jewish Learning Institute Affiliate *Jewish Encinitas *Chabad of Carlsbad N *Coastal Gan Preschool *Ckids Hebrew School

 

Shul Etiquette

Those who join us regularly for Shabbat services will agree that we have something very special going. The family-friendly atmosphere is unique and most inviting. We welcome everyone as though he/she is a long time member of the family.

At the same time it is important to remember that we are a synagogue. Our sanctuary is meant to be a place where it is conducive to finding inner peace and tranquility. That is why the Rabbis have many laws concerning the decorum of a shul.

It is appropriate to dress modestly and to dress somewhat formally in shul. Men should wear button down shirts, slacks (no jeans or shorts), with jackets and even ties when possible. Of course the head is to be kept covered at all times. Women should wear skirts that go past the knees and blouses with high neck lines and sleeves that cover the elbows. Married women should wear hats and the like.

Children must be supervised at all times by the parents except during Junior Congregation (11:30am). While we want the children to have a great time together it is also important that they do not become so wild and/or boisterous that they disturb those of us who are participating in the services.

We must remember that we should walk to shul and never park in the parking lot if there already eight cars parked. Finally, and we fully realize this goes against Jewish DNA, it is appropriate to come to shul ON TIME. While we know everyone is vying to be counted as the 10th, we are equally sure Hashem will give extra credit to those who come ON TIME at 10am (not to be confused with 11:30). We look forward to seeing you here!

 

Cell Phones & Chatting During Services

Needless to say the sanctuary on Shabbat or holidays is a place that must be conducive to reflective prayers and serenity. To help keep it this way, please refrain from engaging in any conversations during services and please do not bring in your cell phone. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Critical Maintenance Issue – Your Cooperation Needed

PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY thing that may be flushed is toilet paper – NO EXCEPTIONS. This means tissue, baby wipes, paper towels, or any other product may NEVER be flushed, but instead must be disposed of in the provided trash receptacles.

THANK YOU for your cooperation!

 

Public Service Announcement – Let’s Work TOGETHER to Maintain OUR Shul

We have a beautiful shul. Everyone agrees. It is not easy to maintain everything, but we work hard to keep things clean and in good working order. We need your help.

Our sanctuary is graced with gorgeous, custom made, stained glass windows. These windows MUST be kept in pristine condition. Please respect the windows by only looking and never touching them. G-d forbid, they can easily be scratched if we are not careful. Also, please do not put ANY objects (cups, books, tissues etc.) on the window sills as it detracts from the windows.

Our custom-built furniture from Israel is as precious as it looks. People have put down cups (full and empty) on the partitions and the shelves. This is inappropriate. Children cannot sit on or climb on the furnishings – other than sitting in the pews as they were designed to be used. No exceptions.

Please put away your own Talis and prayer books, and replace the book racks when done using them. Please throw away your own garbage.

If we can all work together we will keep our shul beautiful!

THANK YOU for your understanding and cooperation.

 

Omni La Costa Resort Welcomes Chabad at La Costa Guests

We are pleased that our world-famous neighbor, the Omni La Costa Resort, has extended a special program offering all sorts of perks to those who book using the Chabad code when booking.

More than 600 people use the Chabad code each year ! Many people have expressed gratitude at having such world-class facilities in such close and convenient proximity to our Shul, and the joy at being to stay at the Omni and walk to Chabad for Shabbat services.

For discount details, to make your reservation, or to share the information with a friend, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/omni and click through. And remember to leave a positive review.

PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR SPONSORS
And let them know YOU SAW IT HERE

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Marc Buksbaum
Attorney at Law 
JUDKINS GLATT & RICH LLP
2784 Gateway Road, Suite 104
Carlsbad, CA  92009 
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►Rina Coleman is an Enrolled Agent with more than 20 years experience preparing taxes for all walks of life. Please contact her at [email protected] for a free 15 minute consultation.

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858-866-8147 (Office)
858-603-4961 (Cell)
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Jonathan Rozansky : Your Chabad Real Estate Agent & Mortgage Broker 
Whether you are Selling, Buying or Refinancing your home, do not proceed without calling Jonathan Rozansky, a licensed realtor and mortgage professional, first.  Jonathan will look out for your best interest and can answer all your real estate and financing questions.  Call for a free market analysis report today.

Jonathan Rozansky
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760-525-5769 - Cell
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• References available upon request.

 

 Neal Sperling Business Development

Highly talented, highly experienced business development/marketing consultant to wide range of businesses and non-profits can help you to find innovative new ways to raise money, launch, brand, market, sell, merchandise, and promote your products, services, and organization. Has written and improved wide variety of business plans, marketing plans, obtained major grants/new funding for a wide variety of ventures. Has unique ability to study most any business, quickly and creatively identify new sources of potential revenue, reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and drive more sales in the quickest time frames. Recognized expert on how to drive new sales via the internet. Acclaimed speaker to Southern California business groups, and particularly known for being a great “connector” with ability to introduce you to a wide variety of hard-to-reach decision-makers in various fields. Strong background in consumer products, medical products, high tech, "clean tech," "green" products, non-profits, much more. Call for details: cell: 818-219-9585.

 

Dream Home Cinema

*Family Room Surround
*Wholesale House Audio
*Home Automation

Joseph Markowitz:
760-415-8742 
[email protected]

Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoos

I am a small Jewish farmer running my business in La Costa  called Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoo. I arrive with my animals at little children's birthday parties, senior homes,  graduation parties, and resorts in the area, to share my love of animals. I also do animal therapy with children and adults. Fantastic!! Call me to make an appointment or set up a birthday party.

Pam Glickman 760-535-5293

Healthy Haven Live Radio Show with Anna Mintz

Window Paintings and Murals by Eileen Tilt-Lavy contact info available

Cost Effective Advertising Available HERE

Hundreds of people see Chabad at La Costa's Weekly Email Update. Those who are looking to effectively promote their business and at the same time support this important community resource are invited to become sponsors for only $50 per month (that's per MONTH, not per week). Call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891 to get your message out there.

Volume 26 Number 11| 5 Kislev, 5785 | December 6, '24

 

Chabad Weekly Update

Volume 26 Number 11| 5 Kislev, 5785 | December 6, '24
 
B"H
 
Message from the Rabbi
 

Judaism teaches us that belief in a higher power is central to our faith. We pray three times a day, ideally with a minyan, yet prayer can happen anywhere—at home, work, or even on a bus. While we often think of prayer as a request for spiritual matters, we are encouraged to include the mundane as well. Prayer is more than just words; it’s an opportunity to connect with the Infinite, the source of all existence.

This lesson is illustrated in the life of our patriarch Jacob, described in the opening verses of this week’s Torah reading. Fleeing from his brother Esau, Jacob finds himself at the holiest place on earth—Mount Moriah, later known as the Temple Mount. After a divine dream of angels ascending to Heaven, Jacob awakens with the realization of where he is. Yet instead of praying for spiritual growth or wisdom, he prays for food, shelter, and clothing—basic, material needs.

Why? Because G-d’s presence is not limited to the spiritual. His infinity means He is in every part of our lives, not just the sacred moments. G-d desires our connection in all areas, even the mundane.

This is a powerful message, especially as we reflect on last week’s Conference of Chabad-Lubavitch Emissaries, Chabad rabbis from all over the world gathered to strengthen our mission, a mission founded on the teaching that bringing G-d into every aspect of life is where His true essence is revealed. Whether in our prayers or daily actions, we make the Infinite tangible by inviting G-d into every moment.

Shabbat shalom,

Candle Lighting Times
Carlsbad and Encinitas

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE:

Friday, December 6 @ 4:24pm

Shabbat Ends: Saturday, December 7 @ 5:22pm

Come pick up a Shabbat Candle lighting kit with the prayers and instructions.

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE

Holidays & SHABBOS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
NO Evening Services & YES Morning Services & YES Soup and Challah

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We need a couple of volunteers who are available on Friday afternoon to help deliver soup and Challah. If you can help, please respond. Thank you in advance!

 

MAZEL TOV to the Chadwick family upon the occasion of Eli’s Bar Mitzvah THIS Shabbos!

Please join in the celebration.

 

Men’s Club THIS Sunday @ 2pm

ATTENTION ALL MEN: YOU are invited to join us for some friendly chit-chat, a word of Torah, light refreshments, and camaraderie. Please let us know if you will be joining us by responding to this message. There is no cost to attend.  

 

GREAT JLI COURSE Continues on Tuesdays

Nurturing Relationships 6 Weeks
Jewish Wisdom for Building Deeper, Richer Connection in All Your Relationships

Relationships don’t just happen—they’re nurtured. This course empowers you to enhance, enrich, and nurture all your interpersonal relationships—at home, at work, and beyond. 

Explore classic Jewish texts to uncover knowledge and skills for practicing

Empathy

Active Listening

Navigating Disagreement

Staying Positive

Influencing Others

Forgiveness

This course will satisfy most states' continuing education requirements for Medical Doctors, Psychologists, Social Workers, LMFTs, and LMHC/LPCs. 

Go to  myjli.com/continuingeducation for a complete accreditation statement.

 

Textbook included (PDF or hardcopy) and the course is being recorded. YOU CAN STILL SIGN UP. (Textbooks have arrived and are available at Chabad)

Call Nechama to Register 760-612-9787 or www.myJLI.com for more info

 



 

Hebrew School News – HEBREW IMMERSION!

We started a curriculum where we will go through all of the Alef Bet and learn about something that we are grateful for, starting with the letter of the week. 
The first week was א אור . Alef for Ohr- light. And we made lanterns. 
The second week was ב בית. Bet for Bayit- house and we made Birchat Habayit   to hang in our homes. 
Then we learned about Geshem- rain and made rain in a bottle! 
We talked about Dibbur for daled - Language.
We are up to Hey for Horim - Parents. We made cards for out Ema and Abba.

 

The children have also begun alef champ which is a self paced hebrew reading program. 

I am so proud of all of our ckids students and parents ❤

 

 

 

 

 



 

Nshei Chabad Event #2

I enjoyed hanging out with our community women at the NShei Event. Next one is February 5th in Coronado. Mark your Calendars. 



 

Renewal Event

Did you know that 18% of altruistic, live donors of kidneys are JEWISH?! Come hear why and see if you might want to be a donor...

Sunday December 8, 6:30pm at SCY High 3410 Mt. Acadia SD

 

 



 

Chanukah is Coming SOON…

We are proud to announce our full list of Chanukah activities! We sure hope YOU will join us.

Family Chanukah Experiences

  • Encinitas Block Party, Dec. 25th, 4pm – 6pm (Contact us for the location.)
  • Sunday, December 29th, 4:30pm – 6:30pm at the Forum Carlsbad
  • Monday, December 30th, 4:30pm – 6:30pm at the Carlsbad Premium Outlets

NEW ADDITION: 
WORLD FAMOUS Ventriloquist Joe Gandelman will be performing at the Grand Chanukah celebration at the Carlsbad Premium Outlets on Monday, December 30th! 

 

Music

Chanukah Themed Arts-n-crafts

Dreidels Galore

Delicious Jelly Doughnuts

Homemade Hot Latkes & Applesauce

Live Entertainment

 

For more information, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/chanukah

 

December 24th Ancient Jewish American Custom Observed

On the evening of December 24th, a much-observed custom has arisen amongst the Jewish community of the United States; to eat Chinese food. Being that there is a severe shortage of Kosher Chinese restaurants in San Diego, Chabad at La Costa will be offering a Chinese Food Feast! Not only will there be a full buffet of Chinese favorites, there will also be games and lots of fun!

Advanced reservations are a must by responding to this email.

The cost is $25 per adult (13+) and $10 per child (3-13).

 

Weekly Torah Class with Rabbi Sholom

Join Rabbi Sholom Eilfort, virtually, as he gives a weekly class in the Torah Portion. You can view the class on Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort’s Facebook feed (must be Facebook “Friends” with Rabbi Eilfort to be able to see the class).

A number of commentaries are curated to make the class profound while also covering the basics. Everyone is invited to join. There is no cost to participate.

Thursdays at 6pm.

 

Kiddush Sponsor – ADDITIONAL SPONSORS SOUGHT

The Kiddush this week is being sponsored by the Chadwick family in honor of Eli’s Bar Mitzvah! 

Each Shabbos after services, our beautiful community enjoys Shabbos lunch together. It is a true celebration where we bask in each other’s company while savoring delicious food.

YOU ARE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE

We are always seeking additional sponsors, so if you can sponsor a Kiddush, please let us know.

An Important Note about Kiddushes –

The policy of the shul is to allow multiple sponsors for every Kiddush unless it is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or something similar (like a 50th wedding anniversary etc.).

There is no such thing as an exclusive Kiddush sponsor.

This is our policy for numerous reasons, not least of which is the fact that Kiddush sponsorships help generate much-needed income for our community and encourages more people to participate.

We thank you for your support and understanding!

Soup & Challah Sponsors

Soup and Challah is being sponsored by Clive Walden & the estate of Channah Hale.

NEED MORE DRIVERS

Challah is delivered to Mental Health Residential Centers in the area, people undergoing chemotherapy, and people who really love the addition to their Shabbos experience. 

Deliver and get a bag of challah for your family as well!

 

 

RABBI'S WEEKLY ARTICLE
Rabbi's Thoughts and Haftarah Overview

Thoughts From the Rabbi

A Letter from the O-U About Chabad

You Are a Jew:
Chabad and the Antisemites

Everyone has their favorite Chabad story. Here is mine.

A friend once approached a Chabad shaliach (emissary) who would stand at the entrance to the subway station each and every Friday morning, asking people if they were Jewish and offering to help them lay tefillin. It was exceptionally rare for anyone to stop and accept his offer and my friend wanted to understand how the shaliach kept at it week after week, despite his repeated failure. The shaliach’ s response was quintessentially Chabad: “My success rate is 100%. Every Jew that walks by me is reminded that he or she is a Jew.”

Chabad’s dedicated emissaries can be found in every corner of the globe, creating Jewish presence and outposts of Jewish life and caring, reminding Jews of who they are. According to  Pew, an astounding 37% of American Jews engage with Chabad from rarely to often.

Two years ago, a group of us from the Orthodox Union had the privilege of attending the dinner event at Chabad’s annual conference of shluchim (emissaries). We went to demonstrate appreciation for their lifesaving work delivering aid and support under fire to the Jews in Russia and Ukraine. As they went through the jaw-dropping roll call of their emissaries throughout the globe, the big screen showed Russia — 222. I leaned over and whispered to a colleague. “Do you see that? We struggle to find a few people to spend a couple of years of their lives teaching Torah in communities without a kosher pizza store, while Chabad has 222 people who at around the age of 22 decided to go alone to remote corners of Russia where they will care materially and spiritually for Jews, raise their own families, and remain until they die or the Messiah arrives.”

That is what the angels of Chabad do everywhere in the world and that was the mission of Rabbi Zvi Kogan in the UAE. No movement or group even remotely approaches Chabad’s relentless dedication to mission and its reach and success in reminding Jews — wherever they may be — of who they are.

No one, that is, other than the antisemites.

The vicious murder of Rabbi Zvi Kogan painfully reminded every Jew everywhere that he or she is a Jew. It was not an isolated reminder. The tidal wave of antisemitism that has engulfed the world since October 7 has reminded countless Jews of who they are and moved them to try to find their way home to Jewish tradition and community. Much as the Talmud notes how the empowerment of Haman stimulated more of a resurgence of Jewishness than the positive guidance of generations of prophets, we can observe how hateful antisemitism has outdone the ahavat Yisrael of Chabad in bringing Jews home.

Our hearts are broken for Rabbi Kogan’ s family and for the entire Chabad community as they grieve over this devastating blow. We in the Jewish community would do well to pause and make note of the debt we owe them for their steadfast commitment to all of us, for the Jewish infrastructure they have created and maintain throughout the world, and for reminding us of who we are and the values we stand for.

The world would also do well to pause and learn from Chabad’s remarkable army of men and women who never hide or shirk their identity and values but choose instead to work fearlessly anywhere and everywhere to bring light to a darkened world. Their strength should inspire the many who continue to display weakness in their epic failure to act with moral clarity and courage and confront evil and who have chosen instead to cow to popular opinion and tie the hands of Israel. What has been done and said in recent days by the ICC, the UN, the Vatican, and by some in the United States Congress has added wind to the sails of Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah, further fueled global antisemitism, and empowered the enemies of the Jewish people. If only they had the moral courage of a Chabad shaliach.

The vicious murder of Rabbi Kogan reminds us Jews of who we are. The life of Rabbi Kogan and of his fellow shluchim should remind all people of good conscience to act with discernment and moral clarity, standing up fearlessly to evil and lovingly offering their support for the good.

Sincerely,

Rabbi Moshe Hauer
Executive Vice President

 

Shabbos Parshas VaYeitzei

Hosea 11:7-12:14.

This week's haftorah mentions Jacob's flight from home to the "field of Aram," an episode that is recounted in this week's Torah reading.

The  haftorah begins with the prophet Hosea's rebuke of the Jewish people for forsaking G‑d. Nevertheless, Hosea assures the people that  G‑d will not abandon them: "How can I give you, Ephraim, and deliver you [to the hands of the nations]? . . . I will not act with My fierce anger; I will not return to destroy Ephraim."

The prophet discusses the misdeeds of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, and the future degeneration of the Kingdom of Judea. He contrasts their behavior to that of their forefather Jacob who was faithful to G‑d and prevailed against enemies, both human and angelic. 

The haftorah also makes mention of the ingathering of the exiles which will occur during the Final Redemption: "They shall hasten like a bird from Egypt and like a dove from the land of Assyria; and I will place them in their houses, says the Lord."

SPECIAL WISHES
Condolences | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Yarzeits

PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDAR FOR BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, AND YARZEITS AS WELL AS OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND NEWS

MAZEL TOV to the Chadwick Family upon the occasion of Eli’s Bar Mitzvah!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Julia Horowitz, Eileen Tilt, and all of those celebrating their birthdays this week!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating anniversaries this week!

WE REMEMBER Joseph Rack, Kurt Lederer, Amalia Apel, Henry Lewis, Eric Feder, Leon Chaves, Etta Weksler, Delores Magnes, and all of those whose Yarzeit is observed this week.

May Mike Schwartz, Doreen Prager, Rachel Perez, Clive Walden, Sheila Lebovitz, Adam Lemberger, Sandy Radom, Rachel bas Shoshana, Roz Mintz, Sandra Sapol, Penny Chapman, Marissa Sacco, and Greg Leon be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery!

Kiddush Sponsors:

December 7: Chadwick Family in honor of Eli's Bar Mitzvah

December 14: Miriam Reisman in memory of Esther and Joseph Fish

December 21: Sponsor Needed

December 28: Blossom Nejathaim in memory of Rebecca Nejathaim

KIDDUSH SPONSORS NEEDED

Sponsoring a Kiddush is a great way to feel part of the Chabad at La Costa family!
(You can co-sponsor a Kiddush)

FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERING
Giving & Helping Opportunities

Security Guard Sponsor Sought – Can You Help?

We have a wonderful security guard who keeps a watch over us while we are in services. The cost is $250 per week. We are looking for a sponsor this week and future weeks. If you are able to help please donate securely by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/donate. Thank you!

 

How to Make a Donation (or Payment)

We would be nowhere without the generous support of our community. Please know that your support is profoundly appreciated!

There are many ways to donate besides checks and cash. Following, please find a list of the various other ‘platforms’ that are available for secure donations that go directly and entirely into the synagogue account (even though they say Nechama's name).

1. PayPal  [email protected]  or PayPal.me/Neilfort

2. Venmo @Nechama-Eilfort

3. Cashapp $nechamae

4. Zelle (Bank of America)   [email protected]

5. Personal credit card     chabadatlacosta.com/donate

6. Join our Legacy Circle - see below

 

Volunteering

Our Soup and Challah Project has been going on its FOURTH year! It was sponsored by Channah Hale and now carried on in her memory.

We are at the point that we need NEW volunteers to drive and deliver food packages around the area.

Please consider making this a part of your Friday routine. Volunteers pick up a few containers of soup and bags of challah at 3:00pm and delivering them to the door of the recipients. Volunteers also get soup and challah!

Enhanced Security

Our number one priority is to ensure the safety and security of our shul family. We have a robust security system in place. We have gone to the added expense of hiring a uniformed, armed guard, who is with us, watching over us, in addition to our internal security team. 

The added layer of security is expensive. Please help us by donating to the security of our shul community by following this link: www.chabadatlacosta.com/donate. The cost is approximately $300 per week. All donations are tax-deductible.

 

New Mitzvah Opportunity

Bikur Cholim of SD Volunteers Needed! Message me if you would like me to share the spreadsheet for visitation hours.

There are a number of patients at UCSD La Jolla that have come from Israel to receive transplants here. They need our help!

Bikur Cholim of S Diego is a community organization helping the sick with care packages, visitation, driving spouses to and from the hospital, etc.

If you are able to give a few hours of your time, it will make another person's day that much better!

To get involved, sign up at www.BikurCholimSD.com

 

The Foundation Project  - City Approved Plan

We are raising funds that will be used towards completing our basement. This project will include a TEEN LOUNGE, CLASSROOMS, a LIBRARY, OFFICES, STORAGE SPACE, BATHROOMS, and more. Call Rabbi to inquire about available dedications. The money we raise also goes towards scholarships for Hebrew School students, our Challah and Chicken Soup program, and all of our ongoing expenses.

New Dedications available www.chabadatlacosta.com/JLC

Create Your Jewish Legacy Plan for the Future - Now

We have been blessed with life! Yet, we know that no one lives forever. This begs the question, “What will your legacy be?” Most of us have children, and they certainly should figure prominently into our plans. But our children are only a part of what we leave behind. Just as we endeavor to give Tzedakah generously, so as to selflessly make the world a better place while we are alive, so too we need to make sure that we leave a percentage of our estates for the benefit of others. Judaism tells us that it is incumbent upon us to leave the world better than when we found it. We do this by giving Tzedakah.

We can help.

Chabad has partnered with the Jewish Community Foundation in the creation of our Legacy Circle "Generation to Generation - Ensuring a Jewish Tomorrow, Today".  Many people do not prepare appropriately for the inevitable. They do not leave a will, or even if they do it is not consistent with Jewish Law. If one wants his body to be handled with the respect and care mandated by Jewish Law or if one wants the funeral service conducted according to Jewish Law, it must be arranged in advance. Don’t leave these critical details to luck!

Contact Rabbi Eilfort for a private appointment so these important matters can be handled how you want.

Send a personal email to [email protected] to schedule an appointment today.  

We honor our Legacy Circle Members*:

Joel Barnett

Angela Chapman

Beverly Galperin

Anonymous 1

Channah Hale

Len Hyman

Devorah Katz

Sheila Lebovitz

Ilyse Loven

David Markoff

Anonymous 2

Karen Miller

Ed Richard

Ira Schechtel

Sharon Silverstein

Steve and Cindy Marion Walker

Anonymous 3

  *Has provided Chabad with a Declaration of Intent. 

Click here for a Declaration of Intent and more information

 

Memorial Plaques & Tree of Life Plaques Available

Our beautiful Memorial Boards have been installed. We specifically designed our custom-built bookcases to ‘frame’ each of the boards. The first Memorial Board was dedicated by the Brunelle Family, the second Board was dedicated by the Alter Family, and the new Board has been dedicated by Miriam Reisman in memory of her husband, Harold.

We are currently offering Memorial Plaques to those who wish to perpetually honor the memory of a loved one in a most dignified and permanent manner. Those who dedicate Memorial Plaques will also receive yearly reminders of the Yarzeit in the newsletter and in the calendar and the light on the Board will be illuminated each year on the Yarzeit. The donation is only $500 per Memorial Board plaque.

We also have a gorgeous Tree of Life dedicated by the Lieberman Family that has been ‘growing. The purpose of the plaques on the Tree of Life is to commemorate joyous occasions (like Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversaries, special birthdays, weddings etc.). The donation is $180 for a leaf on the Tree of Life.

Those who wish to participate should send an email to   [email protected], or call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891.

We are excited to designate a section of our Tree of Life to our Legacy Circle. Watch the Tree and see article above. ​

 

CHABAD VIRTUAL & IN PERSON Classes
Get Some Class

We have an ever-expanding menu of online learning opportunities for everyone. Below please find an overview of our current classes and a schedule of when you can join in on Facebook Live. If you miss the live class you can watch the recorded version, on Facebook.

Rabbi Sholom Eilfort will be giving a class about Shemini Atzeres and Simchas Torah on Monday, Chol HaMo'ed Sukkos, at 6pm

JLI Course - this series of courses requires registration...
 

 

 Coastal Gan - GROWING AGAIN!

We are looking for NEW STUDENTS and NEW STAFF

We are accepting infant and preschool age children.

 

I Please Like the shul’s Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/ChabadatLaCosta

For up to date pictures and announcements follow our Facebook Page and join our community Group.  

A COMMUNITY FOR YOU AND ME
Coastal Chabads are here for YOU

​​

 

 

COMMUNITY NEWS

Kosher Food Options in SD:

Ralph's La Jolla - a full service Kosher market, bakery, and deli, dairy (CY) also available. Store Hours 5am to 1am. Counter hours 9-5 (Fridays 9-2)
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-597-1550
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego and RCC
  

Harissa - Mediterranean Cuisine  (used to be Botanic Burger) Sun 10:30am-5:30pm  Mon-Thurs 10:30am-8pm
4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 (in the JCC)
858-362-1353
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego 
  

Parisien Gourmandises - Dairy items NOT CY Pareve items are acceptable, some CY items available  M-Th 9am-5:30pm 
7643 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (inside Floral Palette La Jolla)
858-352-6552
KSA Kosher
  

Spice at the Oceanview cafeteria UCSD - Spice station is a international themed restaurant, located within the Oceanview Terrace at UCSD. Hrs?
9500 Gilman Drive 0512, Thurgood Marshall College, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 822-1677
Star-K
  

Hamitbach - Israeli street food S-Th 11am-7pm F 11am-3pm
5664 Mission Center Rd #402, San Diego, CA 92108
Vaad HaRabbonim of San Diego

La Mesa Pizzaworks - Classic & Unique Pizzas. Ice cream Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri 11am-2pm
Saturdays Closed (check out our social media and website for special Saturday Nights that we will be open) 
Dine in and takeout 
Lamesapizzaworks.com
7406 University ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Boker Kitchen - Coffee, Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza S-Th 9am-8pm F 9am-3pm
8935 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Meats and Eats -  Shopping for kosher meat, and poultry, mostly frozen goods. Packaged groceries and baked goods. M-Th 9am -7pm
12925 El Camino Real J-0, San Diego, CA 92130
(760) 756-7437

Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Check packages for Kosher status. 

Mega Glatt Mart - Large variety of meat and groceries. Hours S-Th 9-6 Fr 9-3
6375 El Cajon Blvd suite F San Diego, CA 92115
(310) 663-6528
Prepackaged items under RCC Check packages for Kosher status.
 

 

DAILY JEWISH NEWS Available in Your Inbox for Free!

Sign up, as we have, for the daily Jewish news by subscribing to the www.sdjewishworld.com. Our dear friend and noted writer, Don Harrison, curates a refreshing variety of Jewish-interest stories. The daily emails are refreshing, as they come from a Jewish perspective. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Simply logon to the website and follow the prompts to subscribe.

 

Security Protocols

Everyone is Subject to Search

No Firearms (We have a well-defined security plan in effect and any unauthorized firearms could create confusion and actually reduce security).

Backpacks Prohibited

All Bags Subject to Search

 

Need a Minyan?

If you need a Minyan to say Kaddish please give the office at least a few days’ notice. We are happy to provide this important service, but it takes time to arrange enough participants to assure the quorum is present. Please email   [email protected] your request.

 

Shabbat Services with Meaning & Joy

Every Saturday we get together to celebrate the holy Shabbat in song and prayer. Our services are both traditional and user-friendly, as we fully recognize that not everyone has experience Davening (praying) in a traditional setting. What those who have joined have found is that the atmosphere in our synagogue is conducive to meaningful meditation. A knowledge of Hebrew is not necessary to participate. In fact, the only thing that is needed is the desire to learn and to connect to the Almighty. It is an enriching experience not to be missed! Shabbat services begin at 10am and conclude at approximately 12:30pm and are followed by a wonderful community lunch. There is no cost to attend and reservations are not needed.

 

Membership

NOW is the time to join the family! Membership includes High Holiday seats and discounts on other programs and activities. However, the main reason to join is to demonstrate your commitment to the future of Judaism in our area and to our community.

If you have already filled out and returned your Membership form please accept this message as our sincere thank you!

We urge you to pick the level of Membership and the financial commitment you feel comfortable with, and to fill out the form that you will find by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/membership. We thank all of our amazing donors!

 

Belonging to a Jewish Community is not only gratifying and fulfilling it is also extremely important, for within the community one finds a place to connect with G-d and one’s soul, a place of learning and spiritual enrichment, a great source of friends, a place to bestow one’s Jewish legacy upon his or her child/ren, and so much more. Check out   www.ChabadatLaCosta.com to learn more. 

The beauty of OUR Jewish Community is that we offer so many different options that everyone is sure to find something enriching and meaningful. Below please find a partial list of some of our current offerings. If you have never come by before pick an item or two and try it out. If you have already tried an item or two find another one that sounds interesting and give it a whirl. “Connection” – that is the name of the game and that is precisely what you will find here! 

*Daily Minyan   *Shabbat Services   *Weekly Kiddush Luncheon   *Mysticism Classes   *Torah Portion Class   *Hebrew School   *Bar/Bat Mitzvah Training   *Mommy and Me   *Family Friday Night Services and Dinner   *Women’s Group   *Youth Activities   *Pastoral Counseling   *Holiday Programming   *Community Meals   *Hospital Visitation   *Weekly Email Updates   *Hospital Visitation   *Mezuzah Campaign   *Jewish Heritage Workshops   *Jewish Learning Institute Affiliate *Jewish Encinitas *Chabad of Carlsbad N *Coastal Gan Preschool *Ckids Hebrew School

 

Shul Etiquette

Those who join us regularly for Shabbat services will agree that we have something very special going. The family-friendly atmosphere is unique and most inviting. We welcome everyone as though he/she is a long time member of the family.

At the same time it is important to remember that we are a synagogue. Our sanctuary is meant to be a place where it is conducive to finding inner peace and tranquility. That is why the Rabbis have many laws concerning the decorum of a shul.

It is appropriate to dress modestly and to dress somewhat formally in shul. Men should wear button down shirts, slacks (no jeans or shorts), with jackets and even ties when possible. Of course the head is to be kept covered at all times. Women should wear skirts that go past the knees and blouses with high neck lines and sleeves that cover the elbows. Married women should wear hats and the like.

Children must be supervised at all times by the parents except during Junior Congregation (11:30am). While we want the children to have a great time together it is also important that they do not become so wild and/or boisterous that they disturb those of us who are participating in the services.

We must remember that we should walk to shul and never park in the parking lot if there already eight cars parked. Finally, and we fully realize this goes against Jewish DNA, it is appropriate to come to shul ON TIME. While we know everyone is vying to be counted as the 10th, we are equally sure Hashem will give extra credit to those who come ON TIME at 10am (not to be confused with 11:30). We look forward to seeing you here!

 

Cell Phones & Chatting During Services

Needless to say the sanctuary on Shabbat or holidays is a place that must be conducive to reflective prayers and serenity. To help keep it this way, please refrain from engaging in any conversations during services and please do not bring in your cell phone. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Critical Maintenance Issue – Your Cooperation Needed

PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY thing that may be flushed is toilet paper – NO EXCEPTIONS. This means tissue, baby wipes, paper towels, or any other product may NEVER be flushed, but instead must be disposed of in the provided trash receptacles.

THANK YOU for your cooperation!

 

Public Service Announcement – Let’s Work TOGETHER to Maintain OUR Shul

We have a beautiful shul. Everyone agrees. It is not easy to maintain everything, but we work hard to keep things clean and in good working order. We need your help.

Our sanctuary is graced with gorgeous, custom made, stained glass windows. These windows MUST be kept in pristine condition. Please respect the windows by only looking and never touching them. G-d forbid, they can easily be scratched if we are not careful. Also, please do not put ANY objects (cups, books, tissues etc.) on the window sills as it detracts from the windows.

Our custom-built furniture from Israel is as precious as it looks. People have put down cups (full and empty) on the partitions and the shelves. This is inappropriate. Children cannot sit on or climb on the furnishings – other than sitting in the pews as they were designed to be used. No exceptions.

Please put away your own Talis and prayer books, and replace the book racks when done using them. Please throw away your own garbage.

If we can all work together we will keep our shul beautiful!

THANK YOU for your understanding and cooperation.

 

Omni La Costa Resort Welcomes Chabad at La Costa Guests

We are pleased that our world-famous neighbor, the Omni La Costa Resort, has extended a special program offering all sorts of perks to those who book using the Chabad code when booking.

More than 600 people use the Chabad code each year ! Many people have expressed gratitude at having such world-class facilities in such close and convenient proximity to our Shul, and the joy at being to stay at the Omni and walk to Chabad for Shabbat services.

For discount details, to make your reservation, or to share the information with a friend, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/omni and click through. And remember to leave a positive review.

PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR SPONSORS
And let them know YOU SAW IT HERE

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Marc Buksbaum
Attorney at Law 
JUDKINS GLATT & RICH LLP
2784 Gateway Road, Suite 104
Carlsbad, CA  92009 
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►Rina Coleman is an Enrolled Agent with more than 20 years experience preparing taxes for all walks of life. Please contact her at affordable.tax.prep4u@gmail.com for a free 15 minute consultation.

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858-866-8147 (Office)
858-603-4961 (Cell)
858-815-6930 (Fax)

Jonathan Rozansky : Your Chabad Real Estate Agent & Mortgage Broker 
Whether you are Selling, Buying or Refinancing your home, do not proceed without calling Jonathan Rozansky, a licensed realtor and mortgage professional, first.  Jonathan will look out for your best interest and can answer all your real estate and financing questions.  Call for a free market analysis report today.

Jonathan Rozansky
Direct   (619) 392-1234
[email protected]
www.rozanskyteam.com
DRE. # 01754457
NMLS ID : 315987

 Ron Lewis Insurance Services

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[email protected]
760-525-5769 - Cell
866-718-1600 - Toll-free

Specializing in Medicare Supplement (Medigap) Insurance! 

• As an independent agent, I work with ALL the major insurance carriers.

• Let me do the shopping for you!

• I will save you money on your insurance premiums.

• Call me for a free, no-obligation quote.

• References available upon request.

 

 Neal Sperling Business Development

Highly talented, highly experienced business development/marketing consultant to wide range of businesses and non-profits can help you to find innovative new ways to raise money, launch, brand, market, sell, merchandise, and promote your products, services, and organization. Has written and improved wide variety of business plans, marketing plans, obtained major grants/new funding for a wide variety of ventures. Has unique ability to study most any business, quickly and creatively identify new sources of potential revenue, reduce costs, increase efficiencies, and drive more sales in the quickest time frames. Recognized expert on how to drive new sales via the internet. Acclaimed speaker to Southern California business groups, and particularly known for being a great “connector” with ability to introduce you to a wide variety of hard-to-reach decision-makers in various fields. Strong background in consumer products, medical products, high tech, "clean tech," "green" products, non-profits, much more. Call for details: cell: 818-219-9585.

 

Dream Home Cinema

*Family Room Surround
*Wholesale House Audio
*Home Automation

Joseph Markowitz:
760-415-8742 
[email protected]

Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoos

I am a small Jewish farmer running my business in La Costa  called Pammy's Pony Parties and Petting Zoo. I arrive with my animals at little children's birthday parties, senior homes,  graduation parties, and resorts in the area, to share my love of animals. I also do animal therapy with children and adults. Fantastic!! Call me to make an appointment or set up a birthday party.

Pam Glickman 760-535-5293

Healthy Haven Live Radio Show with Anna Mintz

Window Paintings and Murals by Eileen Tilt-Lavy contact info available

Cost Effective Advertising Available HERE

Hundreds of people see Chabad at La Costa's Weekly Email Update. Those who are looking to effectively promote their business and at the same time support this important community resource are invited to become sponsors for only $50 per month (that's per MONTH, not per week). Call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891 to get your message out there.

Volume 26 Number 9| 21 Cheshvan, 5785 | November 22, '24

 

Chabad Weekly Update

Volume 26 Number 9| 21 Cheshvan, 5785 | November 22, '24
 
B"H
 
Message from the Rabbi
 

This week’s portion is called “Chayei Sarah.” Even though it tells the story of Sarah’s passing, the name of the portion means “The Life of Sarah,” because it’s a reminder that a person’s life is defined by the impact they leave behind.

After Sarah’s death, her son Isaac finds comfort in his marriage to Rebecca. When Rebecca lights Shabbat candles in Sarah’s tent, it’s as if Sarah’s presence returns. Rebecca continues Sarah’s legacy by bringing those same traditions and values into her new home. Sarah’s influence didn’t end with her passing—it lived on through the life Isaac and Rebecca built together.

Losing a loved one is never easy, and moving on doesn’t mean forgetting. Instead, it’s about carrying their teachings and values forward. When we live the way they inspired us to, they remain a part of our lives.

Every mitzvah we do honors those who came before us. When we make our homes places of kindness, tradition, and faith, we’re not just remembering our ancestors—we’re keeping them alive in the best way possible.

May we all live full, meaningful lives and see joy in the generations that succeed us. And may we soon see the day when we’re reunited with our loved ones, proud to show them how their legacy continues.

Shabbat shalom,

Candle Lighting Times
Carlsbad and Encinitas

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE:

Friday, November 15 @ 4:26pm

Shabbat Ends: Saturday, November 16 @ 5:23pm

Come pick up a Shabbat Candle lighting kit with the prayers and instructions.

LIGHT CANDLES FOR PEACE

Holidays & SHABBOS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
NO Evening Services & YES Morning Services & YES Soup and Challah

Yarzeit Minyanim Needed

Please note that Yarzeit Minyanim are needed on the following days & times.

Monday, November 25 @ 7pm (15 minutes)

Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) @ 8pm (15 minutes)

Friday, November 29 @ 8:30am (45 minutes)

If you are able to help with this important Mitzvah please respond to this message asap. It will be particularly challenging organizing a Minyan on Thanksgiving evening, so your participation is GREATLY APPRECIATED!   

 

GREAT JLI COURSE Continues on Tuesdays

Nurturing Relationships 6 Weeks
Jewish Wisdom for Building Deeper, Richer Connection in All Your Relationships

Relationships don’t just happen—they’re nurtured. This course empowers you to enhance, enrich, and nurture all your interpersonal relationships—at home, at work, and beyond. 

Explore classic Jewish texts to uncover knowledge and skills for practicing

Empathy

Active Listening

Navigating Disagreement

Staying Positive

Influencing Others

Forgiveness

This course will satisfy most states' continuing education requirements for Medical Doctors, Psychologists, Social Workers, LMFTs, and LMHC/LPCs. 

Go to  myjli.com/continuingeducation for a complete accreditation statement.

 

Textbook included (PDF or hardcopy) and the course is being recorded. YOU CAN STILL SIGN UP. (Textbooks have arrived and are available at Chabad)

Call Nechama to Register 760-612-9787 or www.myJLI.com for more info

 



 

Hebrew School News – HEBREW IMMERSION!

Yesterday we learned about the letter Gimmel ג and Geshem גשם . We started a curriculum where we will go through all of the Alef Bet and learn about something that we are grateful for, starting with the letter of the week. 
The first week was א אור . Alef for Ohr- light. And we made lanterns. 
The second week was ב בית. Bet for Bayit- house and we made Birchat Habayit   to hang in our homes. 
Then we learned about Geshem- rain and made rain in a bottle! 
This week we talked about Dibbur for daled - Language.

The children have also begun alef champ which is a self paced hebrew reading program. 

I am so proud of all of our ckids students and parents ❤

 

 

 

 



 

Nshei Chabad Event #2

Did you enjoy the Nshei (Women of) Chabad event we hosted in September at Chabad at La Costa? Check out the next even hosted at Chabad of Scripps Ranch, HQ of SD Chabad. Wednesday, December 4th at 7:30pm

 



 

Renewal Event

Did you know that 18% of altruistic, live donors of kidneys are JEWISH?! Come hear why and see if you might want to be a donor...

Sunday December 8, 6:30pm at SCY High3410 Mt. Acadia SD

 

 



 

Chanukah is Coming SOON…

We are proud to announce our full list of Chanukah activities! We sure hope YOU will join us.

Family Chanukah Experiences

  • Encinitas Block Party, Dec. 25th, 4pm – 6pm (Contact us for the location.)
  • Sunday, December 29th, 4:30pm – 6:30pm at the Forum Carlsbad
  • Monday, December 30th, 4:30pm – 6:30pm at the Carlsbad Premium Outlets

NEW ADDITION: 
WORLD FAMOUS Ventriloquist Joe Gandelman will be performing at the Grand Chanukah celebration at the Carlsbad Premium Outlets on Monday, December 30th! 

 

Music

Chanukah Themed Arts-n-crafts

Dreidels Galore

Delicious Jelly Doughnuts

Homemade Hot Latkes & Applesauce

Live Entertainment

 

For more information, visit www.chabadatlacosta.com/chanukah

 

Celebrating Thanksgiving as the Family We Are

We are again offering a Thanksgiving feast at the shul for those who wish to participate as a community. If your biological family is out of town and you are not able to travel to them, join your family here and celebrate with us!

Highlights of the evening will include a magnificent feast featuring turkey and all of the trimmings. As far as entertainment goes… Rabbi Eilfort bestows native American names on everyone who wants one. It is a once-a-year tradition going back decades and has become a focal point of the celebration.

The cost to attend is $36 per adult (13+) and $18 per child (3-12). Advanced reservations are a must by responding to this message. 

 

December 24th Ancient Jewish American Custom Observed

On the evening of December 24th, a much-observed custom has arisen amongst the Jewish community of the United States; to eat Chinese food. Being that there is a severe shortage of Kosher Chinese restaurants in San Diego, Chabad at La Costa will be offering a Chinese Food Feast! Not only will there be a full buffet of Chinese favorites, there will also be games and lots of fun!

Advanced reservations are a must by responding to this email.

The cost is $25 per adult (13+) and $10 per child (3-13).

 

Weekly Torah Class with Rabbi Sholom

Join Rabbi Sholom Eilfort, virtually, as he gives a weekly class in the Torah Portion. You can view the class on Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort’s Facebook feed (must be Facebook “Friends” with Rabbi Eilfort to be able to see the class).

A number of commentaries are curated to make the class profound while also covering the basics. Everyone is invited to join. There is no cost to participate.

Thursdays at 6pm.

 

 

Kiddush Sponsor – ADDITIONAL SPONSORS SOUGHT

The Kiddush this week is being sponsored by Miriam Reisman in memory of Jeri Reisman may her memory be a blessing.    

It is also being sponsored by the Alter Family in memory of Naomi’s mother, Doris Markus, may her memory be a blessing.       

Each Shabbos after services, our beautiful community enjoys Shabbos lunch together. It is a true celebration where we bask in each other’s company while savoring delicious food.

YOU ARE INVITED AND ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE

We are always seeking additional sponsors, so if you can sponsor a Kiddush, please let us know.

An Important Note about Kiddushes –

The policy of the shul is to allow multiple sponsors for every Kiddush unless it is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or something similar (like a 50th wedding anniversary etc.).

There is no such thing as an exclusive Kiddush sponsor.

This is our policy for numerous reasons, not least of which is the fact that Kiddush sponsorships help generate much-needed income for our community and encourages more people to participate.

We thank you for your support and understanding!

Soup & Challah Sponsors

Soup and Challah is being sponsored by Clive Walden & the estate of Channah Hale.

NEED MORE DRIVERS

Challah is delivered to Mental Health Residential Centers in the area, people undergoing chemotherapy, and people who really love the addition to their Shabbos experience. 

Deliver and get a bag of challah for your family as well!

 

Security Guard Sponsor Sought – Can You Help?

We have a wonderful security guard who keeps a watch over us while we are in services. The cost is $250 per week. We are looking for a sponsor this week and future weeks. If you are able to help please donate securely by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/donate. Thank you!

 

How to Make a Donation (or Payment)

We would be nowhere without the generous support of our community. Please know that your support is profoundly appreciated!

There are many ways to donate besides checks and cash. Following, please find a list of the various other ‘platforms’ that are available for secure donations that go directly and entirely into the synagogue account (even though they say Nechama's name).

1. PayPal  [email protected]  or PayPal.me/Neilfort

2. Venmo @Nechama-Eilfort

3. Cashapp $nechamae

4. Zelle (Bank of America)   [email protected]

5. Personal credit card     chabadatlacosta.com/donate

6. Join our Legacy Circle - see below

RABBI'S WEEKLY ARTICLE
Rabbi's Thoughts and Haftarah Overview

Shabbos Parshas Chayah Sarah

I Kings 1:1-31.

This week's haftorah describes an aging King David, echoing this week's Torah reading, which mentions that "Abraham was was old, advanced in days."

King David was aging, and he was perpetually cold. A young maiden, Abishag of Shunam, was recruited to serve and provide warmth for the elderly monarch.

Seeing his father advancing in age, Adoniahu, one of King David's sons, seized the opportunity to prepare the ground for his ascension to his father's throne upon the latter's passing — despite King David's express wishes that his son Solomon succeed him. Adoniahu recruited two influential individuals — the High Priest and the commander of David's armies — both of whom had fallen out of David's good graces, to champion his cause. He arranged to be transported in a chariot with fifty people running before him, and invited a number of his sympathizers to a festive party where he publicized his royal ambitions.

The prophet Nathan encouraged Bat Sheva, mother of Solomon, to approach King David and plead with him to reaffirm his choice of Solomon as his successor. This she did, mentioning Adoniahu's recent actions of which the king had been unaware. Nathan later joined Bat Sheva and the king to express support for Bat Sheva's request. King David acceded to their request: "Indeed," he told Bat Sheva, "as I swore to you by the Lord God of Israel saying, 'Surely Solomon, your son, shall reign after me and he shall sit on my throne in my stead,' surely, so will I swear this day."

SPECIAL WISHES
Condolences | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Yarzeits

PLEASE CHECK YOUR CALENDAR FOR BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, AND YARZEITS AS WELL AS OTHER IMPORTANT DATES AND NEWS

HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Aaron Loven, Keshet Loven, Mendel Eilfort, Maya Reisman, and all of those celebrating their birthdays this week!

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY wishes go out to all of those celebrating anniversaries this week!

WE REMEMBER Sovely Driker, Roberta Renner, Doris Markus, Fox Frolich, Max Schulman, Elias Perez, and all of those whose Yarzeit is observed this week.

May Mike Schwartz, Doreen Prager, Rachel Perez, Clive Walden, Sheila Lebovitz, Adam Lemberger, Sandy Radom, Rachel bas Shoshana, Roz Mintz, Sandra Sapol, Penny Chapman, Marissa Sacco, and Greg Leon be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery!

Kiddush Sponsors:

November 23rd- Miriam Reisman in memory of Jeri Reisman
                        Alter Family in memory of Doris Markus

November 30th – Perez Family in memory of Elias Perez
                          Naomi Judith in memory of Shmuel Moish Olkon

December 7: Chadwick Family in honor of Eli's Bar Mitzvah

KIDDUSH SPONSORS NEEDED

Sponsoring a Kiddush is a great way to feel part of the Chabad at La Costa family!
(You can co-sponsor a Kiddush)

FUNDRAISING & VOLUNTEERING
Giving & Helping Opportunities

Volunteering

Our Soup and Challah Project has been going on its FOURTH year! It was sponsored by Channah Hale and now carried on in her memory.

We are at the point that we need NEW volunteers to drive and deliver food packages around the area.

Please consider making this a part of your Friday routine. Volunteers pick up a few containers of soup and bags of challah at 3:00pm and delivering them to the door of the recipients. Volunteers also get soup and challah!

Enhanced Security

Our number one priority is to ensure the safety and security of our shul family. We have a robust security system in place. We have gone to the added expense of hiring a uniformed, armed guard, who is with us, watching over us, in addition to our internal security team. 

The added layer of security is expensive. Please help us by donating to the security of our shul community by following this link: www.chabadatlacosta.com/donate. The cost is approximately $300 per week. All donations are tax-deductible.

 

 

New Mitzvah Opportunity

Bikur Cholim of SD Volunteers Needed!

There are a number of patients at UCSD La Jolla that have come from Israel to receive transplants here. They need our help!

Bikur Cholim of S Diego is a community organization helping the sick with care packages, visitation, driving spouses to and from the hospital, etc.

If you are able to give a few hours of your time, it will make another person's day that much better!

To get involved, sign up at www.BikurCholimSD.com

 

The Foundation Project  - City Approved Plan

We are raising funds that will be used towards completing our basement. This project will include a TEEN LOUNGE, CLASSROOMS, a LIBRARY, OFFICES, STORAGE SPACE, BATHROOMS, and more. Call Rabbi to inquire about available dedications. The money we raise also goes towards scholarships for Hebrew School students, our Challah and Chicken Soup program, and all of our ongoing expenses.

New Dedications available www.chabadatlacosta.com/JLC

Create Your Jewish Legacy Plan for the Future - Now

We have been blessed with life! Yet, we know that no one lives forever. This begs the question, “What will your legacy be?” Most of us have children, and they certainly should figure prominently into our plans. But our children are only a part of what we leave behind. Just as we endeavor to give Tzedakah generously, so as to selflessly make the world a better place while we are alive, so too we need to make sure that we leave a percentage of our estates for the benefit of others. Judaism tells us that it is incumbent upon us to leave the world better than when we found it. We do this by giving Tzedakah.

We can help.

Chabad has partnered with the Jewish Community Foundation in the creation of our Legacy Circle "Generation to Generation - Ensuring a Jewish Tomorrow, Today".  Many people do not prepare appropriately for the inevitable. They do not leave a will, or even if they do it is not consistent with Jewish Law. If one wants his body to be handled with the respect and care mandated by Jewish Law or if one wants the funeral service conducted according to Jewish Law, it must be arranged in advance. Don’t leave these critical details to luck!

Contact Rabbi Eilfort for a private appointment so these important matters can be handled how you want.

Send a personal email to [email protected] to schedule an appointment today.  

We honor our Legacy Circle Members*:

Joel Barnett

Angela Chapman

Beverly Galperin

Anonymous 1

Channah Hale

Len Hyman

Devorah Katz

Sheila Lebovitz

Ilyse Loven

David Markoff

Anonymous 2

Karen Miller

Ed Richard

Ira Schechtel

Sharon Silverstein

Steve and Cindy Marion Walker

Anonymous 3

  *Has provided Chabad with a Declaration of Intent. 

Click here for a Declaration of Intent and more information

 

Memorial Plaques & Tree of Life Plaques Available

Our beautiful Memorial Boards have been installed. We specifically designed our custom-built bookcases to ‘frame’ each of the boards. The first Memorial Board was dedicated by the Brunelle Family, the second Board was dedicated by the Alter Family, and the new Board has been dedicated by Miriam Reisman in memory of her husband, Harold.

We are currently offering Memorial Plaques to those who wish to perpetually honor the memory of a loved one in a most dignified and permanent manner. Those who dedicate Memorial Plaques will also receive yearly reminders of the Yarzeit in the newsletter and in the calendar and the light on the Board will be illuminated each year on the Yarzeit. The donation is only $500 per Memorial Board plaque.

We also have a gorgeous Tree of Life dedicated by the Lieberman Family that has been ‘growing. The purpose of the plaques on the Tree of Life is to commemorate joyous occasions (like Bar/Bat Mitzvah, anniversaries, special birthdays, weddings etc.). The donation is $180 for a leaf on the Tree of Life.

Those who wish to participate should send an email to   [email protected], or call Rabbi Eilfort at 760-943-8891.

We are excited to designate a section of our Tree of Life to our Legacy Circle. Watch the Tree and see article above. ​

 

CHABAD VIRTUAL & IN PERSON Classes
Get Some Class

We have an ever-expanding menu of online learning opportunities for everyone. Below please find an overview of our current classes and a schedule of when you can join in on Facebook Live. If you miss the live class you can watch the recorded version, on Facebook.

Rabbi Sholom Eilfort will be giving a class about Shemini Atzeres and Simchas Torah on Monday, Chol HaMo'ed Sukkos, at 6pm

JLI Course - this series of courses requires registration...
 

 

 Coastal Gan - GROWING AGAIN!

We are looking for NEW STUDENTS and NEW STAFF

We are accepting infant and preschool age children.

 

I Please Like the shul’s Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/ChabadatLaCosta

For up to date pictures and announcements follow our Facebook Page and join our community Group.  

A COMMUNITY FOR YOU AND ME
Coastal Chabads are here for YOU

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Kosher Food Options in SD:

Ralph's La Jolla - a full service Kosher market, bakery, and deli, dairy (CY) also available. Store Hours 5am to 1am. Counter hours 9-5 (Fridays 9-2)
8657 Villa La Jolla Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
858-597-1550
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego and RCC
  

Harissa - Mediterranean Cuisine  (used to be Botanic Burger) Sun 10:30am-5:30pm  Mon-Thurs 10:30am-8pm
4126 Executive Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 (in the JCC)
858-362-1353
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego 
  

Parisien Gourmandises - Dairy items NOT CY Pareve items are acceptable, some CY items available  M-Th 9am-5:30pm 
7643 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (inside Floral Palette La Jolla)
858-352-6552
KSA Kosher
  

Spice at the Oceanview cafeteria UCSD - Spice station is a international themed restaurant, located within the Oceanview Terrace at UCSD. Hrs?
9500 Gilman Drive 0512, Thurgood Marshall College, La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 822-1677
Star-K
  

Hamitbach - Israeli street food S-Th 11am-7pm F 11am-3pm
5664 Mission Center Rd #402, San Diego, CA 92108
Vaad HaRabbonim of San Diego

La Mesa Pizzaworks - Classic & Unique Pizzas. Ice cream Sun-Thurs 11am-8pm Fri 11am-2pm
Saturdays Closed (check out our social media and website for special Saturday Nights that we will be open) 
Dine in and takeout 
Lamesapizzaworks.com
7406 University ave, La Mesa, CA 91942
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Boker Kitchen - Coffee, Breakfast, Pasta, Pizza S-Th 9am-8pm F 9am-3pm
8935 Towne Centre Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Pas Yisroel, Bishul Yisroel, Cholov Yisroel.
  

Meats and Eats -  Shopping for kosher meat, and poultry, mostly frozen goods. Packaged groceries and baked goods. M-Th 9am -7pm
12925 El Camino Real J-0, San Diego, CA 92130
(760) 756-7437

Vaad HaRabanim of San Diego Check packages for Kosher status. 

Mega Glatt Mart - Large variety of meat and groceries. Hours S-Th 9-6 Fr 9-3
6375 El Cajon Blvd suite F San Diego, CA 92115
(310) 663-6528
Prepackaged items under RCC Check packages for Kosher status.
 

 

DAILY JEWISH NEWS Available in Your Inbox for Free!

Sign up, as we have, for the daily Jewish news by subscribing to the www.sdjewishworld.com. Our dear friend and noted writer, Don Harrison, curates a refreshing variety of Jewish-interest stories. The daily emails are refreshing, as they come from a Jewish perspective. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Simply logon to the website and follow the prompts to subscribe.

 

Security Protocols

Everyone is Subject to Search

No Firearms (We have a well-defined security plan in effect and any unauthorized firearms could create confusion and actually reduce security).

Backpacks Prohibited

All Bags Subject to Search

 

Need a Minyan?

If you need a Minyan to say Kaddish please give the office at least a few days’ notice. We are happy to provide this important service, but it takes time to arrange enough participants to assure the quorum is present. Please email   [email protected] your request.

 

Shabbat Services with Meaning & Joy

Every Saturday we get together to celebrate the holy Shabbat in song and prayer. Our services are both traditional and user-friendly, as we fully recognize that not everyone has experience Davening (praying) in a traditional setting. What those who have joined have found is that the atmosphere in our synagogue is conducive to meaningful meditation. A knowledge of Hebrew is not necessary to participate. In fact, the only thing that is needed is the desire to learn and to connect to the Almighty. It is an enriching experience not to be missed! Shabbat services begin at 10am and conclude at approximately 12:30pm and are followed by a wonderful community lunch. There is no cost to attend and reservations are not needed.

 

Membership

NOW is the time to join the family! Membership includes High Holiday seats and discounts on other programs and activities. However, the main reason to join is to demonstrate your commitment to the future of Judaism in our area and to our community.

If you have already filled out and returned your Membership form please accept this message as our sincere thank you!

We urge you to pick the level of Membership and the financial commitment you feel comfortable with, and to fill out the form that you will find by following this link: www.ChabadatLaCosta.com/membership. We thank all of our amazing donors!

 

Belonging to a Jewish Community is not only gratifying and fulfilling it is also extremely important, for within the community one finds a place to connect with G-d and one’s soul, a place of learning and spiritual enrichment, a great source of friends, a place to bestow one’s Jewish legacy upon his or her child/ren, and so much more. Check out   www.ChabadatLaCosta.com to learn more. 

The beauty of OUR Jewish Community is that we offer so many different options that everyone is sure to find something enriching and meaningful. Below please find a partial list of some of our current offerings. If you have never come by before pick an item or two and try it out. If you have already tried an item or two find another one that sounds interesting and give it a whirl. “Connection” – that is the name of the game and that is precisely what you will find here! 

*Daily Minyan   *Shabbat Services   *Weekly Kiddush Luncheon   *Mysticism Classes   *Torah Portion Class   *Hebrew School   *Bar/Bat Mitzvah Training   *Mommy and Me   *Family Friday Night Services and Dinner   *Women’s Group   *Youth Activities   *Pastoral Counseling   *Holiday Programming   *Community Meals   *Hospital Visitation   *Weekly Email Updates   *Hospital Visitation   *Mezuzah Campaign   *Jewish Heritage Workshops   *Jewish Learning Institute Affiliate *Jewish Encinitas *Chabad of Carlsbad N *Coastal Gan Preschool *Ckids Hebrew School

 

Shul Etiquette

Those who join us regularly for Shabbat services will agree that we have something very special going. The family-friendly atmosphere is unique and most inviting. We welcome everyone as though he/she is a long time member of the family.

At the same time it is important to remember that we are a synagogue. Our sanctuary is meant to be a place where it is conducive to finding inner peace and tranquility. That is why the Rabbis have many laws concerning the decorum of a shul.

It is appropriate to dress modestly and to dress somewhat formally in shul. Men should wear button down shirts, slacks (no jeans or shorts), with jackets and even ties when possible. Of course the head is to be kept covered at all times. Women should wear skirts that go past the knees and blouses with high neck lines and sleeves that cover the elbows. Married women should wear hats and the like.

Children must be supervised at all times by the parents except during Junior Congregation (11:30am). While we want the children to have a great time together it is also important that they do not become so wild and/or boisterous that they disturb those of us who are participating in the services.

We must remember that we should walk to shul and never park in the parking lot if there already eight cars parked. Finally, and we fully realize this goes against Jewish DNA, it is appropriate to come to shul ON TIME. While we know everyone is vying to be counted as the 10th, we are equally sure Hashem will give extra credit to those who come ON TIME at 10am (not to be confused with 11:30). We look forward to seeing you here!

 

Cell Phones & Chatting During Services

Needless to say the sanctuary on Shabbat or holidays is a place that must be conducive to reflective prayers and serenity. To help keep it this way, please refrain from engaging in any conversations during services and please do not bring in your cell phone. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Critical Maintenance Issue – Your Cooperation Needed

PLEASE NOTE: The ONLY thing that may be flushed is toilet paper – NO EXCEPTIONS. This means tissue, baby wipes, paper towels, or any other product may NEVER be flushed, but instead must be disposed of in the provided trash receptacles.

THANK YOU for your cooperation!

 

Public Service Announcement – Let’s Work TOGETHER to Maintain OUR Shul

We have a beautiful shul. Everyone agrees. It is not easy to maintain everything, but we work hard to keep things clean and in good working order. We need your help.

Our sanctuary is graced with gorgeous, custom made, stained glass windows. These windows MUST be kept in pristine condition. Please respect the windows by only looking and never touching them. G-d forbid, they can easily be scratched if we are not careful. Also, please do not put ANY objects (cups, books, tissues etc.) on the window sills as it detracts from the windows.

Our custom-built furniture from Israel is as precious as it looks. People have put down cups (full and empty) on the partitions and the shelves. This is inappropriate. Children cannot sit on or climb on the furnishings – other than sitting in the pews as they were designed to be used. No exceptions.

Please put away your own Talis and prayer books, and replace the book racks when done using them. Please throw away your own garbage.

If we can all work together we will keep our shul beautiful!

THANK YOU for your understanding and cooperation.

 

Omni La Costa Resort Welcomes Chabad at La Costa Guests

We are pleased that our world-famous neighbor, the Omni La Costa Resort, has extended a special program offering all sorts of perks to those who book using the Chabad code when booking.

More than 600 people use the Chabad code each year ! Many people have expressed gratitude at having such world-class facilities in such close and convenient proximity to our Shul, and the joy at being to stay at the Omni and walk to Chabad for Shabbat services.

For discount details, to make your reservation, or to share the information with a friend, visit www.chabadatlacost