Rabbi's Message

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Each year members of our community participate in the March of the Living. Originally organized for youth, in recent years it has been extended to adults.

Although most who participate gain enormously from the experience, and for more than a few it is a life-changing experience, it has a unique impact on survivors and their families. Indeed in recent years a number of congregants have taken their families as they have returned to Auschwitz - and from there to the bright beacon of Jewish life which is Israel.

This year our friend and congregant, and child of Holocaust survivors,Rolly Nagel made the trip with his wife Margaret. I have invited Rollyto share his experiences with us this evening during the service.

Please join us as Rolly delivers what is sure to be an inspiring andmoving talk:
From Auschwitz to Israel - A Personal Journey

I would also like to remind congregants that South Head Speakers'Forum will be hosting Dudi Raisch on Tuesday week, June 3rd. Dudi is aremarkable man with an inspiring story to tell. Please join us as hedescribes the story of an Israeli community that with enduring faithhas succeeded against seemingly impossible odds. This event iscosponsored by South Head and JNF and supported by the State ZionistCouncil.

For catering purposes please RSVP no later than next Friday, 30 May byclicking here.

I write these lines on Lag B'Omer, the Yahrzeit of the Holy Rabbi andgreat Kabbalist Rabban Shimon bar Yochai. The Talmud tells us that themerit of Rabbi Shimon is so great that even if the world is deservingof destruction, Rabbi Shimon would save it. On one occasion, manyyears ago, when I was facing a seemingly insurmountable problem Iwrote to the Lubavitcher Rebbe and asked his blessing. It was aroundLag B'Omer and the Rebbe's response was that I should not worrybecause "Gadol Zechut Rabbi Shimon" - the merit of Rabbi Shimon isgreat. And so indeed it was.

In the merit of Rabbi Shimon, may Hashem grant each and everyone ofyou the fulfillment of your all hearts' desires for good and blessedthings.

On behalf of Rebbetzen Henya and all of us at South Head I wish you all Shabbat Shalom.

Rabbi Benzion Milecki OAM

Coming Events

South Head Speakers' Forum
June 3rd @ 8.00pm

Hey there everyone! South Head Youth wishes to welcome the families from Vaucluse primary school Jets to its first annual Shabbat dinner at Shul. This event is being co-hosted with the BJE. Many thanks to Marianne Stern for her help in co-ordinating the event. _____ Mother Daughter Time Out - spend some quality time with your daughter as you learn some interesting Shavuot facts, create your own ice cream sundae, and join in a interactive game that will keep you on your toes. For girls 11-16 years old, and their parents or grandparents.   Sunday May 25th 7:15 – 8:30 pm _____ A big Yasher Koach and thank you to Manfred Holzman & Holzman Associates for donating a brand new wide format laminator to South Head Youth. The new machine will greatly enhance our ability to produce quality learning materials and posters. _____ A big Yasher Koach also and thank you to the Sherman family for donating prizes for the prize closet. Come hear the Ten Commandments and join us for an ice-cream party first day Shavuot Monday June 9th @ 10.30am. Special feature will be an exhilarating performance by the world renowned Bike Boy. Camp Shalom Winter 5768 is here July 7 - 11th featuring: Ice-skating, Little Dynamos, Indoor Go-karting, Luna Park, Imax 3D Wild Africa film, Sydney Aquarium and much much more ..  Call us for more details and keep your eyes on the post for our full colour brochure _____ Birthday Shabbos, will take place on May 30th for all children over 3 years and under Bar/Bat Mitzvah who celebrated their birthdays in the months of Nissan and Iyar. If you have not already done so, please send in your RSVP ASAP _____ Childrens services: every Friday night at 5:45 pm and Shabbat day at 10:30 am. Featuring Davening, games, fun and learning. For the correct locations for your child please look at the signs in the foyer. _____ Jewish Birthdays: Any child who is having their Jewish birthday during the Hebrew Month of Iyar, please email us a picture of yourself. _____ Next Bless the Kids Shabbos:  Shabbat Mevorchim - Shabbat Korach - June 28th Be part of our very special new tradition at South Head, where you will participate in a creative activity, receive a blessing from the Rabbi and a special treat. The activity is for children aged 0-8   For more information about youth programs, contact Rabbi Yossi or Rivky Shuchat at 9371-7300 ext 3, or 0425-323-770  or email Youth@southhead.org Good Shabbos from Rabbi Yossi and Rivky Shuchat

Friday the Rabbi Laughed!

Sayings of a Jewish Buddhist

• If there is no self, whose arthritis is this?
• Zen is not easy. It takes effort to attain nothingness. And then what do you have? Bupkis.
• The Tao does not speak. The Tao does not blame. The Tao does not take sides. The Tao has no expectations. The Tao demands nothing of others. The Tao is not Jewish.
• Breathe in. Breathe out. Breathe in. Breathe out. Forget this, and attaining Enlightenment will be the least of your problems.
• Be aware of your body. Be aware of your perceptions. Keep in mind that not every physical sensation is a symptom of a terminal illness.
• Accept misfortune as a blessing. Do not wish for perfect health, or a life without problems. What would you talk about?
• The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single Oy.
• Drink tea and nourish life; with the first sip, joy; with the second sip, satisfaction; with the third sip, peace; with the fourth, a Danish.

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