Our first Shabbos in Congregation Toras Chaim was absolutely incredible. We all felt a tremendous sense of “achdus” (unity) with each other–as if we had been together for a number of years already. This no doubt was due to the hard work and long hours that so many logged in order to get us ready for opening day! We literally did not want Shabbos to end. The services and classes were very well attended and the enthusiasm and energy level was high.
At kiddush, after Shabbos morning davening, we ate what many said was the best cholent ever–thank you Shelley Newman. The afternoon featured a chumash class beginning with Bereishis, followed by mincha and Shalosh Seudos, which was packed wall to wall with men, women and children. We even had a Sunday morning minyan followed by coffee, cake and doughnuts, and a class in the laws of Shabbos. This will be a regular at CTC.
Thank you to eveyone who made this such a special Shabbos, but especially to the Abrams family who sponsored our first kiddush, and Calmenson family who sponsored our first Shalosh Seudos.
We are looking for future sponsors of kiddush and Shalosh Seudos. If you are interested please contact Shalom Abrams at (903) 918-9650.
Please check the weekly calendar for a list of classes and ongoing events. Can’t wait for Shabbos next week. See you in shul.
Warmest regards,
Rabbi Yaakov Rich