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The Role of the Gabbai in the Shul and in the Community
This panel discussion with Rabbi Moshe Teitelbaum from Young Israel of Lawrence Cedarhurst, David Englander from Young Israel of Kew Gardens Hills and Jay Lunzer from Kehilat Jeshurun debates fundamental questions about the role of the Gabbai in relation to the Rabbi and the community at large. |
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Handling Decorum in Shul
Every shul deals with the problem of keeping decorum in the shul during davening and Torah reading, and every shul deals with it in a different way. This presentation will highlight a number of practical suggestions for keeping the quiet in shul. |
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Technological Resources for the Gabbai
There are many wonderful technological resources available to make the work of the Gabbai easier and more organized. In this presentation, resources on the web as well as computer database programs will be reviewed. |
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When to Correct the Baal Kri’ah
Understanding what is considered a mistake in the Torah reading, and which mistakes require reading to be repeated, require both an understanding of the laws of Torah reading and an understanding of Hebrew Grammar. This presentation at the Feb 5 Gabbai conference will cover both these difficult topics. |
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Dealing With Disputes and Hurt Feelings
One of the hardest jobs the Gabbai has is dealing with situations which can sometimes get emotional and heated. What is the best way to aproach people and problems that minimizes hurt feelings and leaves all parties feeling like they were dealt with fairly? This presentation by Rabbi Yonah Reiss, administrator of the Beth Din of America, deals with real life situations and suggestions to keep things running smoothly. |
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Recognizing a Pasul Sefer Torah
Is that a problem? Is the Torah pasul? Does it need to be checked? The Halachot of the proper writing and maintenance of a Sefer Torah are sometimes not as complicated as they seem, and many problems can be avoided with a proper understanding of recognizing a pasul sefer Torah. |
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Understanding the Halachot of Chiyuvim
What is the proper order of chiyuvim for aliyot and davening for the amud? What is considered a chiyuv? Who can and should daven for the amud and recieve an aliyah? These are some of the questions answered in the keynote address of the Feb 5 Gabbai Conference. |
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