Today we will celebrate a belated 'Simchat Torah' (The Joy of Torah) which is a festival that marks the completion of the annual reading of the Torah and the beginning…
Today, on Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, Rabbi Lawrence will share a message on Yom Kippur titled; "How Repentance Leads to Redemption.” We will explore the festivals of Rosh…
This week, Rabbi Lawrence Hirsch will inspire and challenge us, drawing insights from both the Torah portion Ki Tavo ('When you enter', Deuteronomy 26:1-29:8) and Yeshua’s teachings in Matthew 25:31-46.
As we are in the Jewish month of Elul, a time of preparation and personal introspection before the coming of the seventh and holiest month of the year, the month…
Join Rabbi Lawrence Hirsch as he delves into this week's parashah, Shoftim ('Judges'; Deuteronomy 16:18-21:9), revealing how Yeshua fulfills the prophecy of a prophet like Moses from Deuteronomy 18:15-19. In this compelling drash, Rabbi Hirsch uncovers the profound parallels between Moses and Yeshua, spotlighting Yeshua's role as the ultimate mediator, His divine authority in revealing God’s will, and the crucial importance of heeding His words. Discover how Yeshua not only meets but exceeds the mission as the promised Messiah and the initiator of the New Covenant. A key verse, Acts 3:22 (TLV), captures this beautifully: "Moses said, 'Adonai your God will raise up for you a Prophet like me from among your brothers. Hear and obey Him in all that He shall say to you.'" Don't miss this inspiring exploration of Yeshua's greater mission!
This week, Rabbi Lawrence Hirsch delves into the message, "Who is My Neighbour?" as we explore Parashah Va’Etchanan (Deuteronomy 3:23–7:11) and Shabbat Nachamu (Isaiah 40:1-26). We’ll discuss the significance of the Shema, found in this portion, and uncover why Yeshua declared it the most important commandment, alongside the profound teaching to "Love your neighbor as yourself" (Mark 12:30-31).