I have been to Israel three times. In 1991 and 2005, I went on tours. In 2008, I volunteered on an army base for a week in memory of my recently deceased father who fought in Israel's War for Independence.
Israel is a magical experience. The sites and sights, the food, the people, Shabbat, the juxtoposition of biblical history with modern triumphs and struggles. It is truly a journey that is life changing.
If you are interested in learning a bit more about what such a trip might look like with congregants and friends at TBS, join us on Sunday at noon in the Social Hall. No obligation, no definites on dates or cost yet. A beginning discussion with Bill Dahlin and me.
Check out our website to view our calendar and discover the wonderful events coming up! View the TBS Calendar
This Week’s Calendar Friday, March 17 6:00pm ~ Shabbat Service Saturday, March 18 10:00am ~ Torah Study Sunday, March 19 12:00 ~ Israeli Trip Info; 1:00 Film with Bill Cadwallender Tuesday, March 21 1:00pm TBS Choir Rehearsal; 2:00pm ~ Yarn Yentas Wednesday, March 22 ~ 11:15am Hebrew Drop-In to learn to read or practice reading; 12:00pm Lunch Bunch; 1:30 pm Mussar
Save the Dates: Saturday, March 25 5:00pm ~ The GALA Thursday, April 6 5:00pm ~ 2nd Night Congregational (and visitors) Seder Saturday, April 8 12:30pm ~ TBS Hiking Group ~ Willow Lake Thursday, April 13 11:00am ~ Yizkor Thursday, April 13 7:00pm ~ Sacred Ground Storytelling Event Hosted by TBS Saturday, April 15 1:00pm ~ Jarz of Clay Pottery Painting Sunday, April 16 1:00pm Eco-Judaism taught by Rabbi Nina Perlmutter Monday, April 17 ~ Yom HaShoah at 6pm Sunday, April 30 ~ Learn to play Mahjongg TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next Board Meeting is Wednesday, April 19 at 2pm at TBS. Board meetings are open to all members in good standing. If you'd like to address the board or speak at the board meeting, please contact President, Trudy Steinhauer at trudysteinhauer@gmail.com no later than Monday, April 17.
Congregational Seder Thursday, April 6 at 5:00pm Potluck at TBS Sign up and more details on the link. Members: No extra charge Non-members: $10.00/Adult + food contribution No charge for children/college students
Are you interested in information about a TBS trip to Israel in spring 2024? Join us on Sunday, Mar. 19 at noon to look at a possible itinerary and talk about what a trip might look like.
Adult Education ~ חינוך למבוגרים
Upcoming Special Adult Education Events
Sun., Mar 19 1:00pm ~ Film Viewing with Bill Cadwallender
Thurs., Mar. 23 12:45pm ~ Book Discussion with Rabbi Susan ~ Finding God by Rifat Sonsino
Sunday, April 16 1:00pm Eco-Judaism taught by Rabbi Nina Perlmutter
Wed., May 10 at 11:00am Women's Fiction Book Group ~ People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks
TBS Adult Ed Monthly Sundays at 1:00pm with Rabbi Nina Perlmutter and Tom Brodersen! See the TBS Website’s Adult Education Page for the complete schedule (and see how the website is now updated often and full of need-to-know information.) https://www.brithshalom-az.org/adult-education.html
Lunch Bunch Tanach Study with Carl Shulak at TBS Every Wednesday from 12-1:30pm Feel free to bring your own lunch but please no treif (pork, shrimp, etc). All are welcome to attend!
Wednesdays at 11:15 ~ Hebrew Drop-In Class ~ Come when you can to learn to read, practice reading, learn prayer vocabulary. Work at your own pace.
Congregational Support ~ עֶזרָה
Mitzvah Circle ~ Contact Rabbi Susan or Jessica to participate or to request assistance. Contact Rabbi Susan to join the Caring Cards group.
Social Action ~ תיקון עולם
Yarn Yentas knit and crochet scarves and hats for the Prescott homeless. Join us on Tuesdays at 2:00pm. We have yarn and needles and will teach you!.
Drop off your compost material (no plastic bags) in a bucket by the front door at TBS by 11AM on Saturdays and it will be taken to the Prescott Farmer’s Market.
Religious School ~ בית ספר דתי
Social ~ אירועים חברתיים
9-5 theatre tickets are still available. Contact Joanne Brody for details! richjohoney@gmail.com
You're Invited to Temple B'rith Shalom's Gala on March 25, 2023 at 5pm at The Club at Prescott Lakes
Enjoy an elegant dinner and come hear Rob Ratner and his esteemed Jazz band featuring Jessica Dreifuss on vocals. We'll also have a live and silent auction including amazing excursions and fine jewelry to bid on. We'll have a lively and fun raffle with amazing baskets to choose from! This will certainly be a night to remember! Get your tickets now at $115 per person. All proceeds go to support Temple B'rith Shalom. RSVP For The Gala 2023
March 17th is rapidly approaching and is the final day registrations for the Gala are accepted. If you plan to attend, register today to secure your spot! Invite your friends and family to join our major fundraising event for the year.
Many have asked if they can designate who they would like at their table of 8. If one person registers and pays for all the registrants, we will put those people together at a table. If each person registers separately, send Gloria an email at misgloria@gmail.com who you wish at your table and she will make these accomodations.
Many wonderful auction items have been procured and the Rob Ratner band and singer, Jessica Dreifuss have been rehearsing music sure to delight. Local donors and congregants with wonderful artistic skills and access to fun events have donated outstanding items. For a list of auction items acquired so far, visit the Temple Website: Gala 2023 Auction Information
The Arts at TBS ~ Music, Dance, and More!
Check the weekly calendar for exact dates. Israeli Dancing with Shira ~ Thursdays ~ Beginners at 2:00pm; Intermermediate at 2:45pm Choir with Jessica ~ Tuesdays at 1:00pm ~ For all voices
The Men of Temple B'rith Shalom Join the Men of TBS every Tuesday at 9am at the Wildflower restuarant here in Prescott.
The Women of TBS March/April Fiction Book Group ~ People of the Book by Geraldine Brooks (May 10) Challah Baking Jarz of Clay Pottery Painting Mahjongg
Member News ~ חדשות חברים
Kaddish ~ קדיש We are saying Kaddish for the following people at Shabbat this Friday, March 17. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from March 18-24. We also remember those who have left us in the last eleven months. These names have been taken from the member portion of our website. If you do not see your loved one's name and would like their name to be added to be said at services, please contact Jessica in the office.
Bernard “Red” Hollander, grandfather of Leslie Hollander. Condolences to the Hollander family William Shulak, father of Carl Shulak Bonnie Sperling, wife of Michael Sperling Syble Sussman, mother of Barbara Sussman Ida Resnick Goldberg, relative of Michael Freedenberg Jesse M. Wesoky, relative of Kent Wesley Jack Abramson, grandfather of Suzi Abramson-Johnson George Bereznick, father of Robin Frielich Thelma Maurer, mother of Leslie Adler Eve Shulak, sister of Carl Shulak David Stockton, son-in-law of Arlene Brownie Dakota Hopp, relative of Arlene Brownie Juliet Jacobson, sister of Janet Rifkin Beth Susan Laxineta-Platt, aunt of Samantha Opperman Harriet Perlmutter, cousin of Steve and Sue Weiss Edward Miller, uncle of Arlene Brownie Stanley Blacker, close friend of Trudy Steinhauer Leo Strom, brother of Karin Luedke Nicole Perrot, Sister-in-law of Mireille Perrot Marilyn Korpiel, wife of Joseph, mother of Stephanie Korpiel and Rachel Ellington. Jack Tarash, brother-in-law of Jay Bycer Reva Kaufman, sister-in-law of Trudy Steinhauer Paula Schanerman, mother of Brian Schanerman Arthur Ackerman, brother of Richie Ackerman Michael Kaufman, brother of Trudy Steinhauer Peter Lawrence Goldman, father of Wendy Porter, grandfather of Henrietta Porter Mark Basch, son of Esther Basch, brother of Rachel Turet
Purchasing a Yahrzeit plaque is a beautiful way to honor and remember our loved one's who have passed. To purchase a plaque, please fill out this form and return it to the temple office. We kindly ask for $360 per Yahrzeit plaque. Yahrzeit Plaque Order Form
Healing Thoughts ~ מי שבעירך Tom Reiner, Fred Shulak, Brian Shrager, Jackie Herst, Sue Weiss, Laury Shayne, Mike Wolf, Elijah Escobedo, Estherly Allen, Richard Brody, Karen Bycer, Scott Muirhead, Rabbi Nina Perlmutter, Josiah Ramirez, Josiah Ramirez Jr., Sandra Lynch, Roslyn Brownie, and Stephanie Byrd.
If you would like to add or take off your name or your family member's name from the healing list, please call or email the office at 928-708-0018 or office@brithshalom-az.org.
Donations ~ תרומות
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