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Welcome to
THE BURQUEST JEWISH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
2860 Dewdney Trunk Road, Coquitlam BC
Phone: 604-552-7221Fax: 604-552-7201 Burquest is a non-profit organization dedicated to the cultural, religious, social, and education needs of the Jewish population in the Tri-Cities and Fraser Valley Areas in British Columbia, Canada. We recently affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism In order to keep our Jewish heritage alive and strong, we offer a variety of programs such as: - Semimonthly Shabbat Services
- Senior Programs & Events Adult Hebre
- Holiday Events
- Special Community Events
Ambassadors
Are members of our community who would love to hear from you. New to your area, looking to connect with other Jews in your area, then contact your Ambassador!
Plus Plenty of Volunteer Opportunities!
Contact us today to get involved! Burquest wish list.... A busy organization like Burquest is always in need of supplies and volunteers.
If you have access to or want to donate we will gladly take them off your hands. Items List - Hebrew children's books for the Hebrew School.
- New dish soap
- Canadian Tire Money
- File Cabinet
Volunteer List - To setup and take down for ritual events.
Please call 604-552-7221 or email us at admin@burquest.org to volunteer or donate materials.
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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN...
As we begin are CAPITAL CAMPAIGN our goal although set high is attainable. Our goal is to raise enough money to pay off our $85,000.00 mortage. There is no Mitzvah to small and we appriciate any help in achieving our goal.
THANK YOU
BURQUEST BOARD
Aleph Isn't Eough
Rabbi Lindsey bat Joseph is offering the next installment in the adult Hebrew reading class - Aleph Isn't Eough beginning Monday April 23, 2012. This program is a ten week course and will pick up where Aleph Isn't Tough left off. Registration deadline is April 17, 2012 with of minimum of 8 students required. If you already have the text book the class price will be reduced by $20.
Defending the Faith: Studies in the Kuzari
Written by Yehuda HaLevi, medieval poet and philosopher this book is based on the legend of the Khazars who converted to Judaism in the 8th century.
This class with grapple with the central teachings of Judaism: Revelation, Prophecy, Jewish Law and the Holy Land.
See why this book is essential to understanding Jewish thought and how it has influenced Jewish thinkers since the 11th century.
This class is being led by Rabbi Lindsey bat Joseph
The book will be read in translation -- NO HEBREW READING SKILLS REQUIRED!
When: Sundays 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. March 25 - May 13 (6 sessions; no class on April 8 or 15)
Where: the Vancouver J.C.C.
Cost: members: $110/non-members: $135 +HST.
A copy of the Kuzari will be required. A group order will be placed for those registered by March 14. The cost of the book is $16.46 +HST. After March 14, registrants will be responsible for obtaining their own copy.
For more information and to register, please contact Lissa Weinberger ajsi@jccgv.bc.ca or 604-257-5111 X720
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