In the opening verse of this week’s Parsha, Moshe creates a simple paradigm – if we live up to the word of God, God will deliver on the promises He made to the Patriarchs. For the fledging Jewish nation more important than the promises of livestock and produce was the promise of protection and victory in the wars against the kingdoms of Canaan. Moshe reminds us that in the same way that God brought Pharaoh to his knees, He can and will do the same with Canaanite kingdoms. Full drasha >>

We look forward to a new year of growth at Suburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim. Over the past year, we’ve davened, learned, celebrated and mourned together. Our collective Kehilla experience has made us better people and a more holy congregation. Together, we have dedicated ourselves to building a new Mikdash Mi’at which will best reflect our holy work and service to הקדוש ברוך הוא.
Visit www.suburbanorthodox.org/highholidays to :
- Request seats
- Place Yizkor Book of Remembrance Listings
- Secure Yomim Noraim Childcare
- Make Annual Appeal contributions 
- Purchase Lulav/Esrog sets
Click here for the printable Yomim Noraim Master Reservation Form if you'd like to submit to the Shul Office with payment by mail.

The Torah in Shemos states: “V’asu Li Mikdash v'shachanti b'sochum; Make for Me a Temple and I will dwell within you.” Although we have not yet merited the Third Temple, we are incredibly fortunate to have a beautiful, holy and incredibly special מקדש מעט (small Temple) ; our own Suburban Orthodox Congregation Toras Chaim. We are a strong Shul of over 300 families made up of all ages and backgrounds. We are a Shul that takes special pride in creating a meaningful atmosphere for prayer and Torah learning.

We offer multiple opportunities for Shiurim, classes and lectures, social connections as well as extensive youth programming and community chessed. The State of Israel has a special place in our communal heart. We see its miraculous formation just 60 short years ago as the dawn of the Messianic era. Ultimately, we believe that what makes our people unique is the ability to forge a special and unique bond with הקדוש ברוך הוא and our Shul provides us with multiple opportunities to accomplish this noble objective.

Until the day when we are blessed with the Third Temple, we will continue to use our מקדש מעט as our portal of connection to God and to each other. And as we embark on building a new home for our holy work, we hope you will join us.

Kol Tuv,
Rabbi Shmuel Silber

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