Rabbi’s Reflections ~ Israel Independence Day ~ יום העצמאות To sit in Indpendence Hall in Tel Aviv and listen to a recording of David Ben Gurion proclaiming Israel's independence on May 14, 1948 is a breathtaking moment.
To read Golda Meir's autobiography and marvel at this woman of such courage and intelligence and determination inspires me to work harder for the Jewish people.
To gaze over Jersualem as Shabbat falls and marvel at the white stone framed by the golden hues of sunset is to witness a miracle.
To dip in the Dead Sea, to stand tall at Masada, to wander the meandering streets in Tzfat engage my senses in ways that no other country in the world can evoke.
Yom Ha'atzmaut (Israel Independence Day) is next week. We will celebrate this Shabbat with music, food, and Israeli dancing. Please join us.
Counting the Omer ~ Evening of April 19 ~ Day 14 Blessed are You, Adonai our God, Sovereign of the Universe, who has sanctified us with His commandments, and commanded us concerning the counting of the Omer.
TBS Calendar ~ לוּחַ שָׁנָה
Check out our website to view our calendar and discover the wonderful events coming up! View the TBS Calendar
This Week’s Calendar Thursday, April 20 2:00 Beginning Israeli Dancing; 2:45 Intermediate Israeli Dancing Friday, April 21 6:00pm ~ Shabbat Service Celebrating Yom Ha'atzmaut (Israel Independence Day) Saturday, April 22 10:00am ~ Torah Study Sunday, April 23 10:00am ~ Sunday School Monday, April 24 4:30pm ~ Folk singalong with Rich Ackerman and Friends Tuesday, April 25 1:00pm ~ TBS Choir, 2:00pm Yarn Yentas Wednesday, April 26 11:15am ~ Drop-in Hebrew practice; 12:00 ~ Lunch Bunch; 1:30 pm ~ Mussar Save the Dates: Thursday, April 27 5:00pm ~ Interfaith Environmental Service at First Congregational Church (Rabbi Susan will be a speaker.) Sunday, April 30 1:00pm ~ Learn to play Mahjong Tuesday, May 9 3:00pm ~ Rabbi Susan delivers the invocation at the Prescott City Council Meeting and sings with the Quad City Interfaith Choir Sunday, May 21 9:00am ~ TBS Hikes Lynx Lake TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next Board Meeting is Wednesday, May 17 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, May 15.
A Message from the Nominating Committee If you are interested in running for a board position beginning July 1, 2023, please reach out to our nominating committee chair, Suzi Abramson-Johnson by no later than Monday, April 24. Suzi can be contacted at 602-570-9688 or suziaj@gmail.com .
Adult Education ~ חינוך למבוגרים
Upcoming Special Adult Education Events
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
Jewish Women's International Mothers Day Project is a favorite of Rabbi Susan. E-cards or mailed cards are purchased for $25.00. Proceeds provide resources for thousands of abuse survivors in 250 domestic violence shelters nationwide. Details here: https://cards.jwi.org/product-category/mothers-day/
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 Religious School Shabbat: May 5 Last Day of Sunday School: May 7 Watch for Summer Shabbat Programs for Children!
You don't have to have a ticket to the play to join us for lunch at the Hassayampa. Join us for a Fressers luncheon at Hassayampa before the musical on Sunday, May 28 at noon. Contact Joanne (928-710-8737 or richjohoney@gmail.com) to hold a seat.
The Men of Temple B'rith Shalom Join the Men of TBS every Tuesday at 9am at the Wildflower restaurant 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, April 21. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from April 22-28. 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. Sol Barry Ratner, father of Rob Ratner Ernestine Frankel, mother of Linda Frankel Ervin Zane, father of Lloyd Zane Roselle Lipkin, mother of Annie Bernkrant Abraham Buryachenko, Father of Laura Men Elijah Escobedo, nephew of Karin Luedke Bernard “Red” Hollander, grandfather of Leslie Hollander 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 Asher Davis, Rosario Maya, Tom Reiner, Fred Shulak, Brian Shrager, William McIntyre, Jackie Herst, Sue Weiss, Laury Shayne, Mike Wolf, 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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