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May Shabbaton
May 9 @ 6:00 pm - May 10 @ 8:30 pm

Dr. Rena Secter Elbaze
We are delighted to welcome Dr. Rena Secter Elbaze back to the OJC for our May Shabbaton weekend! As both a dedicated lay leader and the Executive Director of Winnipeg’s historic Shaarey Zedek synagogue, Dr. Elbaze brings a wealth of experience cultivated in Israel, Canada, and the French Riviera. A leading expert on the contemporary influence of ancient Jewish wisdom, she always brings a bright and unique perspective to modern Jewish traditions. Join us as Dr. Elbaze takes to the bimah with inspiring and insightful services on Friday night and Saturday morning.
We look forward to celebrating this special Shabbaton with you!
FRIDAY, May 9
6:00 pm – Potluck Oneg Shabbat dinner (dairy pareve)
7:00 pm – Family-friendly Shabbat service
SATURDAY, May 10
10:00 am – Shabbat morning service
12:00 (ish) – Potluck Kiddush luncheon (dairy pareve)
1:00 pm – Philosophical Seminar: Join Dr. Elbaze in an intimate discussion about topical issues and how they affect modern Jewry.