Today I am taking sides. I am taking the side of Peace. Peace, which I will not abandon even when its voice is drowned out by hurt and hatred, bitterness of loss, cries of right and wrong.
I will hold Peace in my arms, and share my body’s breath, lest Peace be added to the body count.
I will make a clearing in the overgrown thicket of cause and effect so Peace can breathe for a minute and reach for the sky.
I will do what I must to save the life of Peace. I will breathe through tears.
Thank you to Sue and Steve Weiss, Suzanne Solvet, Jeff Plotkin, Jackie Herst, and Lee Nackman for attending the Prescott City Council meeting on Tuesday afternoon. We expressed our heartfelt prayers for Israel to a full room of council members and attendees.
Tune in to Kyca.info radio station on Thursday for Rabbi Susan and Dan Adler's interview about Israel. Part 1 at 7:29am and Part 2 at 5:40pm.
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 Fri., Oct. 27 ~ 5:00 Oneg 5:30 Shabbat Service Sat., Oct. 28 ~ 10:00 Torah Study; 1:00 Hike Sun., Oct. 29 ~ 9:30 Sunday School Tues., Oct 31~ 11:00 Hebrew Practice; 2:00 Yarn Yentas Wed., Nov. 1 ~ 11:00 Morning Minyan; 12:00 Lunch Bunch Save the Dates: Thurs., Oct. 26 7:00pm ~ QCIC Concert Women of Courage at Trinity Presbyterian church on Park and Copper Basin.
Sun., Nov. 12 1:00pm ~ The Jews of Sosua: An Inspirational Story of Holocaust Survival Dan Fellner is an eight-time Fulbright fellow, university instructor and travel writer. In the early 1940s, the Dominican Republic was the only sovereign country to accept large numbers of Jewish refugees. Dan visited Sosua and interviewed original settlers. He observed firsthand the fascinating remnants of Jewish life in this unconventional colony that’s become known as “Tropical Zion.” Meet Rabbi Susan's brother! TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next regular Board Meeting is Wednesday, November 15 at 2pm at TBS. Board meetings are open to all members in good standing. If you would like to attend or speak at a board meeting, please contact President Deborah Plotkin by Monday, November 13.
Shabbat Services! Shabbat Services are now on Friday evenings at 5:30pm. Oneg begins at 5pm.
Adult Education ~ חינוך למבוגרים No charge for members
New Classes at TBS ~ Rabbi Susan
Discovering Judaism ~ Learn the basics of Jewish Practice, History, Prayer, and more. Meets on scheduled Tuesdays from 11:00-12:15. Texts required. Contact Rabbi Susan to sign up and receive a syllabus.
Topics in Judaism ~ Each session offers a different topic for discussion. Meets on scheduled Wednesdays from 11:00-12:00. Handouts provided. Come when you can. Topics include Anti-Semitism, Jews and Jesus, Modern Israel, Jews and Satan, Cremation, Angels, Euthanasia, Women in Rabbinic Literature.
Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah ~ Interested adults will attend the Topics in Judaism course. Contact Rabbi Susan if you are interested in becoming bar/bat mitzvah on April 6, 2024.
Great Thoughts Book Group ~ Thursdays weekly at Noon. Book purchase required. We study a book together for several months. Reading is done in class or at home (depending on the book selection.) Stay tuned for the next book and starting date.
Women of TBS is sponsoring a Saturday,November 11 outing to the Embry-Riddle planetarium. Enjoy the London Symphony Orchestra recording of Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Piano Concerto as spectators delve into the three aspects of the universe James Webb is investigating with the best technology humanity has sent into space to date. Open to the entire congregation. Let the office know that you are attending. Join Leah, Jeff and Shari, Annie and Peter, Esther and David, Suzanne, Rabbi Susan. 3:30pm show. Tickets are $15 and selling fast. Purchase tickets HERE .
Upcoming Fressers Meals! Join the Fressers' group for a meal at the Streets of New York in the Sprouts center on Sheldon St. on Tuesday, November 7th at 5:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Shari@jbrookswa.com by Friday, November 3rd.
Save the date! The December Fressers' dinner will be Tuesday, December 5 at Augies.
Join The Chanukah Choir! First rehearsal on Tuesday, November 7 from 1-2pm. Rehearsals continue weekly on Tuesdays from 1-2pm. For more information or if you will be participating, email Jessica at office@brithshalom-az.org
Mahjonng at TBS Interested in learning Mah Jongg, getting a refresher, practicing or playing? All levels welcome. Classes will be taught by Leslie Adler, Allee Steinberg and Shari Brooks, 11am to 1pm Tuesdays at TBS. Please email shari@jbrookswa.com to indicate interest and your level of experience.
Lunch Bunch Tanach Study with Carl Shulak at TBS Every Wednesday from 12-1:30pm Feel free to bring your own lunch. All are welcome to attend!
Sunday Fall Films ~ 1:00pm Nov. 5 ~ Crossing Delancey (Starring Amy Irving) Dec. 3 ~ Golda (Starring Helen Mirren)
Women's Book Group Nov. 8 at 11:00am - And After the Fire by Lauren Belfer
Hike to Wally's Rest Saturday, October 28, 1:00 pm in Spence Basin Led by Leah Gilbert
From the intersection of Gail Gardner and Iron Springs Road, go west on Iron Springs Road for 2.7 miles. Turn left onto Spence Springs Road. As a point of reference, Spence Springs Road is the next left after passing the turnoff to Granite Basin Lake. The dirt parking lot will be on the left. The hike is a 2.5 to 3 mile loop. Hiking poles are always recommended. There is a short rocky section just before reaching the overlook at Wally's Rest. Those wishing to carpool can meet at the Temple at 12:30 pm.
Congregational Support ~ עֶזרָה
Mitzvah Circle ~ מצווה Contact Suzi Abramson-Johnson at 602-570-9688 to participate or to request assistance.
Social Action ~ תיקון עולם
Blankets4Kidssupplies blankets, hats, scarves, and stuffed animals, to struggling families. TBS is collecting Blankets, Scarves, Hats, Stuffed Animals, and Yarn. Please drop off your donations in the lobby before Nov. 10.
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 Classes ~ Oct. 29 11:00am Parent Meeting
The Men of Temple B'rith Shalom Join the Men of TBS every Tuesday at 9am at the Wildflower restaurant here in Prescott.
Member News ~ חדשות חברים
Kaddish ~ קדיש We are saying Kaddish for the following people at Shabbat this Friday, October 27. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from October 28- November 3. 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 (family members) and would like their name mentioned at services, please contact Jessica in the office.
Lori Gersh, daughter of Steve and Sue Weiss, sister of Jeff Weiss Fanny Solvet, mother of Suzanne Solvet Myron Steinberg, father of Al Steinberg Judith McIntyre, wife of William McIntyre Howard Zeimer, friend of Michael Sperling Michael Friend, brother-in-law of Laurie Reiner James Miller, uncle of Arlene Brownie 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 Cem Goldsmith, best friend of Michael Sperling Edward Miller, uncle of Arlene Brownie Stanley Blacker, close friend of Trudy Steinhauer
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
Joanne Brody, Ted Mech, Itzhak Ben Naomi, Edie Greenberg, Pedro Venturo, Michael Schlossmann, Deborah Plotkin, Suzy Curry, Gloria Hershman, Richard Jacobs, Bob Longoria, Jim Frankel, Doris Cameron, Ted Symonds, Julie Gardner, Nancy Quitney, Brett Friend, Amy Snell Kingslinger, Mike Wolf, Rosario Maya, Fred Shulak, Brian Shrager, Estherly Allen, and Stephanie Byrd.
If you would like to add or remove 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.
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