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Committees and Volunteering

Members committed to bettering our synagogue and community

Our vibrant and dedicated community of committee members and volunteers provide invaluable benefits to our synagogue life on a daily basis. From organizing events and educational programs to finance and leadership, these congregants help to strengthen and inspire us.
 

Adult Education

 
Responsible for organizing adult education programs that are open to the community.
 

Arts & Aesthetics

Ensures the beauty and placement of artwork throughout the facility.

 

Audit

Oversees the audit and financial controls.
 

Bikur Cholim

In collaboration with the clergy, provides comfort and support to people who are ill, homebound, isolated, or otherwise in distress. If you or someone you know from the Shaar community is in the hospital, in a long-term care residence or is isolated at home please let us know by reaching Rabba Briah (bcahana@theshaar.org or 514 937 9474 ext 150). We will keep the information confidential. They or their families may benefit from the services of the Bikkur Cholim Volunteers through phone calls or visits. And if they’re in need of prayers, we will add their Hebrew name to our Misheberach list.
 

Board of Trustees

The governing body of lay leadership managing and administering the affairs of the congregation.
 

By-Laws

Recommends amendments or changes to the By-laws of the Congregation.
 

Cemetery

Oversees policies and practices of the Shaar Cemetery.
 

Fundraising

Oversees the procurement of endowments, bequests, and donations.
 

Finance

Advises the congregation on financial matters related to income, expenditures, and annual budget.
 

French Connexion

French language programming. 
 

Hall Rentals

Recommends policies and procedures to ensure the Shaar remains a premier venue for Jewish Montreal’s galas and events.
 

Honorary Advisory Council

Counsels the leadership on vital matters relating to the welfare of the congregation.
 

House

Oversees the maintenance and upkeep of our historic building.
 

Investment

Recommends strategies and oversees investments of the Shaar Endowment Funds.
 

Membership

Charged with outreach and recruitment of new members.
 


Mishloach Manot

The Sisterhood’s annual Purim project supports fulfilling the traditional mitzvah of Mishloach Manot.
 

Museum

Ensures proper care of artifacts and collections in the Shaar’s museum and creates and oversees seasonal exhibits.
 

Music

Ensures the highest quality liturgical music and creates and promotes musical events.
 

Nominations

Gathers together members representing all constituencies in the congregation to nominate leadership.
 

Parallel Service

Recommend strategies to enrich and enhance the service.
 

Religious Services

Oversees all ritual and religious activities of the congregation.
 

Security

Ensures security policies and procedures are appropriate, current, and enforced.
 

Shaar Family Capital Campaign

Oversees fundraising efforts.
 

Sisterhood

Organizes projects and fundraisers that support the synagogue and promote cultural, spiritual, social, and educational enrichment.
 

Young Professionals

Organizes programs for young adults in their 20s and 30s.
 

Youth & Young Families

Oversees the Shaar’s schools and recommends programs and activities for youth of all ages.
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