Congregation Shema Yisrael

This week Rabbi Jerry introduces the Book Of James. Click here for Rabbi Jerry’s notes. Watch Below:   Source

This week Rabbis Loren and Glenn continue in John 17 and discuss our relationship with the world. Source

Our parasha for this Shabbat is entitled Chukat, meaning “Statute” and covers Numbers chapters 19 through 21. Chapter 19 opens with the commandment concerning the ashes of the now-famous ‘Red Heifer’. I say it’s famous because in recent years there has been a renewed anticipation of the re-building of the Temple in Jerusalem, especially among […] Source

This week Rabbi Glenn wraps up the study of Malachi with a recap of the book and the major themes. Watch Below:   Source

This week Rabbis Loren, Glenn, and Jerry continue John 17 and discuss the Lord’s prayer for His people. Source

This week’s Torah portion, “Korach,” centers on one of the most dramatic rebellions in the wilderness journey of Israel. The portion spans Numbers 16–18 and takes its name from Korach, a Levite who incited a revolt against Moses and Aaron. At the heart of this narrative are timeless lessons about God’s sovereign choices, His spiritual […] Source

This week Rabbi Glenn continues the study in Malachi and discusses the coming of the Messiah. Watch Below: Source

This week Rabbis Loren, Glenn, and Jerry begin John 17 and discuss the glory of Messiah Yeshua. Source

This week’s parasha is entitled Sh’lach L’cha, meaning “Send Out”, and covers Numbers 13:1 – 15:41. As our passage opens, the Lord instructs Moses to send men ahead to spy out the Promised Land.  As the title of our parasha indicates, these were not men that the Lord chose, but were selected by the people […] Source

This week Rabbi Jerry continues the study in Malachi and discusses the faithfulness of the Lord. He also discusses principles related to Stewardship for God’s People. Click here for Rabbi Jerry’s notes. Watch Below: Source

This week Rabbis Glenn and Jerry discuss the Book of Malachi. They discuss major themes including blame-shifting and treating God in a careless way. Source

This morning’s parasha is entitled Beha’alotecha which is translated, “When you set up”. It covers Numbers 8:1-12:16 Parasha Beha’alotecha begins by discussing the daily lighting of the golden menorah. The Word of God shows that the lamp stand was made exactly like the pattern the Lord had shown Moses. When God gives specific instructions about […] Source

This week Rabbi Glenn continues the series in Malachi and discusses the forerunner of the Messiah and Messiah Himself. Click here for Rabbi Glenn’s notes. Watch Below:   Source

This week the rabbis conclude John 16 with an important discussion about prayer. Source

This week we will be covering two parashas, Bamidbar which translates to “In The Wilderness” and Naso, which translates to “Take Up” and cover Numbers 1-7:89. Parasha Bamidbar focuses on censuses, encampment instructions, and the duties for the tribe of Levi. The book of Numbers begins with the Lord commanding Moses to take a census […] Source

This week Rabbi Jerry teaches on Malachi 2:10-16 and focuses on the importance of keeping God’s Covenant. He specifically focuses on self-deception and sinful divorce. Click here for Rabbi Jerry’s Notes. Watch Below: Source

This week Rabbi Glenn teaches on Malachi 2:1-9 and discusses what it means to be a priest of the Lord and how we are to honor Adonai. Click here for Rabbi Glenn’s notes. Watch Below: Source

Fifteen years ago today I gave this message – the fifth in a series based on Hebrews chapter eleven – a chapter that summons us to remember the great faith of those who went before us. I think it’s appropriate for Memorial Day weekend, since the purpose of this letter was to cause the 1st […] Source

This week’s Parasha is Behar & B’chukotai, a double Parasha covering Chapters 25 through 27, and brings us to the conclusion of the book of Leviticus. In Chapter 25 the Sabbatical year is discussed as well as the year of Jubilee. In Chapter 26 Adonai outlines the blessings for obedience and punishments for disobedience. This […] Source

This week Rabbi Glenn teaches on Malachi 1:11-14 and focuses on Israel’s complacency vs. the zeal of the nations in the days to come. Click here for Rabbi Glenn’s notes. Watch Below: Source

This week Rabbis Loren and Jerry continue in John 16 and discuss the joy in Messiah Yeshua which can never be taken away. Source

This week’s parasha is titled Emor, which means “Say.” Our passage is Leviticus, chapter 21:1 – chapter 24:23 and builds on previous chapters of moral and godly living, covering further rules for priests on how they are to be holy ones, separated for God’s purposes. Additional responsibilities come with leadership, so it is appropriate that […] Source

This week Rabbi Jerry teaches on Malachi 1:6-14 and discusses how we should and should not worship the Lord. Click here for Rabbi Jerry’s notes. Watch Below: Source

This week Rabbis Loren and Jerry continue in John 16 and discuss the role and giving of the Holy Spirit. Transcript Source

This week our Torah portion is a double portion, entitled Acharei Mot-Kedosheem. It covers Leviticus 16:1 – 20:27. Acharei Mot is translated After the Death, and Kedosheem means Holy Ones. These parashas emphasize the importance of holiness in all aspects of life, reflecting the call to be holy, as God is holy. It also highlights the […] Source