News Archive
Stragetic Planning Update
May 20th 2016
May 20—We had an excellent response to the strategic planning survey, receiving 979 surveys from approximately 2,500 Beth Tzedec member families, including input from former members and children of members ...
Summer Bulletin Now Available
May 19th 2016
The latest edition of the Beth Tzedec Bulletin is available for download, and it has now been mailed to member homes.
Beth Tzedec Walks with Israel
May 18th 2016
Sunday, May 29 beginning at 8:00 a.m., drop by our 'Beth Tzedec booth' to say hello, fuel up with coffee and donuts, pick up some great swag, and maybe even join us on the UJA's Walk. Look for our banner at Coronation Park.
ITANU—A Commitment to Inclusion
May 13th 2016
Beth Tzedec is committed to the inclusion of individuals with disabilities. You can download and read the Inclusion Report Task Force Action Plan.
Notice of Annual General Meeting
May 13th 2016
The official notice of the AGM was mailed today and the information is now available online. You may access a copy of the packet, including voting information, at the office or by clicking the link below.
Strategic Planning Update
Apr 21st 2016
May 5—Beth Tzedec is fortunate to have many accomplished and insightful people serving on the Strategic Planning Committee.
A Fifth Cup for the Future
Apr 20th 2016
Rabbi Baruch Frydman-Kohl posted an article to the Shalom Hartman Institute's website, reflecting on the four cups of wine consumed during the seder, and suggesting that a fifth cup be added.
Passover Guidance, from our Rabbis
Apr 20th 2016
The Committee on Jewish Law and Standards (CJLS) of the Rabbinical Assembly recently released some decisions regarding the consumption of kitniyot on Pesaẖ. These decisions have already generated significant press, and have led to many questions within our community.
Breaking the Stigma Program
Mar 30th 2016
On February 4 at Shaarei Shomayim, Rabbi Baruch Frydman-Kohl participated in an important panel discussion with community and spiritual leaders as well as medical experts in the areas of adolescent, adult and geriatric psychiatry.
Message from the President
Mar 16th 2016
March 11, 2016—Member Update: There is a lot happening at Beth Tzedec and below is a review of initiatives that relate to medium and long term planning.
Passover Food Drive
Mar 15th 2016
Beth Tzedec is now collecting non-perishable, kosher le-Pesaẖ food items for the annual Passover food drive. Items can be dropped off in the containers in the parking lot and Bathurst Street lobbies through April 10.
New Administration Offices in the Works
Feb 26th 2016
While many wind down for the summer, this is the busiest time of year, with physical and programmatic changes being made to better serve our members in the New Year. Our Administration offices are now under renovation and will have a new look that is scheduled for completion later this summer.
A Message from the President
Feb 22nd 2016
For the past decade, we have enjoyed the cantorial and creative music of our Senior Cantor, Cantor Simon Spiro. In August 2016, at the conclusion of his contract, Cantor Simon will be completing his tenure at our synagogue.
University/College Student Members
Feb 10th 2016
We will be sending Purim treats packages to our university/college student members. To participate, send a 'snailmail' address to Klara Romm at 416-781-3514 ext. 220 by Friday, February 17. If the address is a dormitory, ensure that it is the correct one to receive packages.
A Message from the President
Jan 28th 2016
I am pleased to announce that Rabbi Baruch Frydman-Kohl has agreed to defer his retirement by two years to July 2019. Over the past 22+ years, Rabbi Frydman-Kohl has provided tremendous leadership to our congregational family.
