In Toronto first, Reform and Conservative shuls partner in new school
It’s the end of an era for Holy Blossom Temple’s high school, which is closing this month, but the start of a novel venture that will see it open a supplemental high school with its Conservative neighbours, a first for Toronto
Young Israel of Chomedey synagogue sold
The Young Israel of Chomedey congregation has been an institution for more than 50 years
Attending religious services helps you live longer: study
All those people urging you to go to synagogue more may have a point
Prayer hall in Delhi brings a sense of Jewish history
Once a city with a Jewish population of over 1,500, Delhi now has about 50 families, only about 20 of whom are somewhat active but not very observant
It’s official: Shaar Shalom to close its doors on June 30
After 44 years, the Shaar Shalom Synagogue will close its doors as a functioning house of worship on June 30 and its members will disperse, likely to join other Toronto congregations
Myanmar’s only synagogue honoured by historical group
The Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue in Yangon installed a blue heritage plaque Sunday given by the Yangon Heritage Trust. Only 11 other buildings in the city have received similar recognition
Cape Breton shul to celebrate 100 years
Hundreds of people are expected to fill the sanctuary and reception hall when Temple Sons of Israel Synagogue celebrates its 100th anniversary
Proposed North York museum to pay tribute to Jews of Radom
“It would be like a time capsule with educational opportunities for the younger generation”
Gala marks end of shul’s 60th anniversary year
“Beth Emeth began its modern-day journey 60 years ago, and has emerged as a vibrant, 1,100-family strong institution,” synagogue president Michael Kerzner said.
Shul’s fundraiser to pay tribute to Jewish composers
On May 28, Am Shalom Congregation, a Reform synagogue in south Barrie, is presenting Simcha, a show that pays homage to Jewish composers from the 17th century to the present day
