B’nei Mitzvah students and parents should attend services regularly beginning as early as possible, in order to familiarize themselves with the services. All B’nei Mitzvah students should have a Tallit and a pair of T’filin of their own. There are several places to purchase a Tallit and T’filin in Toronto and Montreal, as well as Continue Reading »
We are excited to welcome your family as part of the B’nei Mitzvah Chavurah/Cohort! At Kehillat Beth Israel there are a few basic requirements that must be fulfilled by the B’nei Mitzvah family in order to be eligible for a B’nei Mitzvah celebration. All of these requirements are meant to prepare your child for their Continue Reading »
Minchah Honours are as follows: Ashrei U’va L’Tzion (usually the B-Mitzvah or Cantor) Lead Torah Service (usually the B-Mitzvah) Ark Opening #1 Candy Distributors* Aliyot/Torah Blessings (usually 3 aliyot; the b-mitzvah receives one of these). At KBI, we try to observe the tradition of calling one each, consecutively: Kohein, Leivi, and Yisrael, but when the Continue Reading »
We look forward to seeing your child shine as they take to the Bimah and embrace what it means to be an adult in the Jewish community. As part of the service there are opportunities for other loved ones to participate as well. Below is a list of honours opportunities on Shabbat morning for your Continue Reading »