On Tuesday, the largest pro-Israel gathering ever in America took place in Washington. Close to 300,000 people assembled peacefully for speeches, poetry, Israeli music, and the kind of comfort that standing deep in community offers.
Let there be no question that we grieve for the innocent lives wounded and lost on both sides of this conflict. We grieve for their families. We mourn the senseless lives taken by Hamas both in Israel and in Gaza.
But those who hate Jews and those who would destroy Israel must understand that we will continue to implore the world to join us in striving for peace, tolerance, and the right for Jews to exist throughout the world.
This is who we are.
Am Yisrael Chai, Rabbi Susan
There is a non-political, humanitarian rally for Israel this Sunday at 1:00pm on the Prescott Town Square. Organized by concerned citizens of the Quad Cities. They invite all interested folks to bring signs and your singing voices. Questions? Email Sharon Fried at enlightened54@protonmail.com
Last weekend's events at TBS! Planetarium and Adult Ed Presentation
Thank you to Leah Gilbert for organizing the Planetarium Visit and to Esther and David Littmann for the lovely desserts following the Adult Ed.
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 Thurs., Nov. 16 ~ 12:00 Great Thoughts: How Good Do We Have to Be by Harold Kushner; 6:00 Celebrate Thanks Interfaith Celebration (see below) Fri., Nov. 17 ~ 5:00 Oneg 5:30 Shabbat Service Sat., Nov. 18 ~ 10:00 Torah Study Sun., Nov. 19 ~ 9:30 Sunday School Tues., Nov. 21 ~ 11:00 Discovering Judaism; 11:00 Mahjong; 1:00 Yarn Yentas; 1:00 TBS Choir Wed., Nov. 22 ~ 12:00 Lunch Bunch
Save the Dates!
Thurs., Nov. 16 ~ 6pm ~ Celebration of Thanks Interfaith Celebration at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (1101 Sandretto Dr. Prescott) Featuring Tom Brodersen on shofar, Rabbi Nina speaking, Rabbi Susan and Jessica duet, and Rabbi Susan and Suzi Abramson-Johnson in the Quad City Interfaith Choir. Canned food drive.
Sat., Dec. 9 ~11:00 ~ Hanukkah Storytime with Rabbi Susan at Prescott Valley Library.
Sun., Dec. 10 ~ 1:00 ~ Jewish Artists & Art Collectors Who Made the Art World Modern with Tom Brodersen
Sat., May 4 ~ TBS Shabbaton at Camp Stein. A full day of Shabbat activities and fun. Registration starts in January. TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next regular Board Meeting is Wednesday, December 20 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, December 18.
Kabbalatke ~ Fri., Dec. 8 at 5:30 (Kabbalat Shabbat and Latke Potluck) Shabbat/Hanukkah Service followed by a delicious potluck. Bring your menorah and 3 candles (2nd night of Hanukkah)
Adult Education ~ חינוך למבוגרים No charge for members
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 Films ~ 1:00pm Dec. 3 ~ Golda (Starring Helen Mirren)
Women's Book Group ~ 11:00am Jan. 10 - One More River by Mary Glickman Mar. 13 - Judas by Amos Oz
TBS Winter Hikes ~ Sundays at 2:00pm
*Sun., Nov. 26 ~ Peavine Trail. Meet at the start of the trail (near the Humane Society).
*Tues., Nov. 28 ~ 6:00pm ~ Valley of Lights Stroll at Fain Park to see the Hanukkah Menorah. Meet at the entrance to the walk. Parking is available in the open lot next to Ocean Blue on 2nd street.
Mitzvah Circle ~ מצווה Contact Suzi Abramson-Johnson at 602-570-9688 to participate or to request assistance.
Social Action ~ תיקון עולם
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.
Blankets4Kids supplies blankets, hats, scarves, and stuffed animals, to struggling families. TBS is collecting Blankets, Scarves, Hats, Stuffed Animals, and Yarn. Bring your items to TBS by this Tuesday, November 21 at 12pm.
Religious School ~ בית ספר דתי Classes ~ Nov. 19 TheLegoMenorahChallenge Build and bring your menorah for display at TBS during Hanukkah.
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, November 17. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from November 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 (family members) and would like their name mentioned at services, please contact Jessica in the office.
Myrtle Dobromil, mother of Gayle Pokorny Mara Hollon, mother of Jessica Herst 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 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
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 Edie Greenberg, Pedro Venturo, Michael Schlossmann, Gloria Hershman, Richard Jacobs, Bob Longoria, Jim Frankel, Doris Cameron, Ted Symonds, 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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