Weekly Happenings at TBS

Rabbi’s Reflections ~ שָׁבוּעוֹת‎

Next Thursday evening, May 25, Jews all over the world will gather for an all-night Torah study session based on a kabbalistic practice. We remain awake to show that, come morning, we are ready to receive Torah. 

The mystics had the idea that at midnight the heavens open and favorably receive the thoughts, study, and prayers of those who remain awake on the anniversary of the Revelation. 

In modern times, Tikkun Leil Shavuot (all-night study) might consist of a series of discussions on a variety of topics based on ancient or modern texts, Jewish history, or current events. Refreshments such as ice cream are usually served.

Join us next Thursday from 6:00pm-9:00pm for a short service followed by two hours of teaching and, yes, ice cream sundaes. Rabbi Nina and Tom Brodersen will share learning. Jessica and I will lead the short, musical service. 

Rabbi Nina's Topic: Being at Sinai—What was it like & how is it relevant?
Our sages taught that all Jews -- past, present, future, born Jewish or converted--were present at Sinai. AND that we each experienced that very dramatic event differently.
We’ll imagine, share, compare, challenge & discuss—then try to apply the story to our lives today.

Tom's Topic:  The Kabbalistic Origin of Tikkun Leil Shavuot
From Torah to Midrash & Zohar to Safed we will explore the mystical roots of the Shavuot study session.

Shavuot is a major festival. We celebrate the receiving of the Torah. Reason enough for celebration, I should say. Please join us.

L'shalom,
~ Rabbi Susan
   rabbi@brithshalom-az.org

Counting the Omer ~ Evening of May 17 ~ Day 42
Blessed are You, Adonai our God, Sovereign of the Universe, who has sanctified us with commandments, and commanded us concerning the counting of the Omer.

Turn your Summer into a memorable one by working at Camp Stein! If you or someone you know is interested, apply today at campstein.org .  Email Jennifer at asstdirector@cbiaz.org with questions.

TBS Calendar ~ לוּחַ שָׁנָה

This Week’s Calendar
Friday, May 19  ~ 6:00pm Shabbat Services
Saturday, May 20 ~ 10:00am Torah Study; 4:00pm Game Afternoon
Sunday, May 21 ~ 9:00am Hike Lynx Lake; 1:00pm Tom Brodersen: Marc Chagall Adult Ed
Tuesday, May 23  11:00-1:00 Mahjong (Learn and play!); 1:00pm ~ TBS Choir, 2:00pm Yarn Yentas; 2:00pm Israeli Dancing (new day)
Wednesday, May 24 ~ 12:00pm Lunch Bunch
Thursday, May 25~ 6:00pm Shavuot Service and Study and Ice Cream!

TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון
The next Board Meeting is Wednesday, June 14 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, June 12.    

Save The Date! Our annual congregational meeting will take place on Sunday, June 25 at 10am at Temple B'rith Shalom. 

Adult Education ~ חינוך למבוגרים

Broken Tablets: ed by Rachel Mikvah is a compilation of essays written by prominent Jewish thinkers about, you guessed it, the Ten Commandments. A fascinating exploration of what they meant back then and what they might mean for us today. No homework - we will read each chapter together when we meet. Interested? Weekly group will meet THURSDAYS from 11:00-12:00 starting June 1.

Mahjong Lessons Continue! Tuesdays (join us May 9!) from 11:00-1:00 in our Social Hall. RSVP to Shari Brooks at Shari@jbrookswa.com for table and mahjong set planning. Bring your lunch or a nosh if you like.

Wednesdays at 11:15 ~ Hebrew Drop-In Class ~ Every other week ~ Come when you can to learn to read, practice reading, learn prayer vocabulary. Work at your own pace. Upcoming: May 31; June 14, 28

Congregational Support ~ עֶזרָה

Social Action ~ תיקון עולם

Religious School ~ בית ספר דתי
Summer Shabbat Programs for Children! 9:30-11:00 June 10, July 15, Aug. 19 Ages 2-12

Registration for 2023-2024 school year now happening! Early bird fees!

Bring a bottle of wine, or a beverage of your choice, & some snacks as we learn how to create a flower arrangement taught by the best in the business, Allen’s Flowers.

Allen’s Flowers will provide the flowers, vases & all materials needed to create our respective masterpieces. At the end of the evening we’ll take home our creations.
 
Space is limited to 13 people. RSVP to Jessica in the office at office@brithshalom-az.org.

Member News ~ חדשות חברים

Kaddish ~ קדיש
We are saying Kaddish for the following people at Shabbat this Friday, May 19. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from May 20-26. 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.

Raymond Gray, relative of Mark Gray
Agnes Banen, mother of Leah Gilbert
Kitty Gould, mother of Joanne Brody
Rabbi Harold Kushner
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 

Healing Thoughts ~ מי שבעירך
Brett Friend, Bruce Hershman, Judith McIntyre, Gary Rosenberg, Gina Hughes, Tina Rosenberg, Asher Davis, Rosario Maya, Fred Shulak, Brian Shrager, Jackie Herst, Mike Wolf, Estherly Allen, Karen Bycer, Scott Muirhead, Rabbi Nina Perlmutter, 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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