Rabbi's Reflections ~ תִּיקּוּן עוֹלָם One way TBS builds a positive presence in the Quad Cities is through Tikkun Olam ~ repairing the world. I would love to increase our involvement in community programs and events that both inspire those who participate and assist those who benefit from the good works provided by those who can. Currently:
We provide dinner monthly to Prescott Area Support Shelters (Annie Bernkrant).
We walk for Alzheimer's every autumn (Lee Nackman).
We donate knitted hats and scarves to PASS (Yarn Yentas).
We collect compost weekly (Lee Nackman).
We collected dozens of blankets and hats in November for Blankets 4 Kids (Ed Greenberg).
We raised $800 for The Coalition for Compassion and Justice at our Kabbalatke Celebration in December.
I attend monthly meetings of the Quad City Interfaith Council and listen in awe at the local efforts of our neighbor churches.
If you will join our Tikkun Olam Committee and help to bring TBS to the forefront of community involvement and assistance, let me know.
L'shalom, Rabbi Susan
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MLK March and Celebration ~ TBS attendees (Al not pictured.)
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., Jan. 18~ 12:00 Great Thoughts ~ How Good Do We Have to Be? by Harold Kushner Fri., Jan. 19 ~ 5:00 Oneg, 5:30 Shabbat Service Sat., Jan. 20 ~ 10:00 Torah Study Sun., Jan. 21 ~ 9:30 Sunday School; 1:00 Adult Ed Mon., Jan. 22 ~ 12:00 WTBS Luncheon; 4:30 Folksong singalong Tues., Jan. 23~ 9:00 MOB at Wildflower; 11:00 Discovering Judaism; 11:00 Mahjong; 12:15 Band Rehearsal; 1:00 Choir; 1:00 Yarn Yentas Wed., Jan. 24 ~ 12:00 Lunch Bunch
Save the Dates! Feb. 18 ~ Mar. 3 ~ The 28th Annual Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival in three Valley theaters. Over 20 extraordinary Jewish films from around the globe. GPJFF for more information. See the flyer posted on our hallway bulletin board.
Tues., Feb. 27 ~ 11:00-12:15 ~ Discussion of the book Finding God by Rifat Soncino. Read the book in adance.
Sun., Mar. 10 ~ 1:00-2:00 ~ Flagstaff Klezmer Band Concert Fundraiser at TBS! Tickets $18.00/adult and $5.00/child.
Tues., Mar. 12 ~ 11:00-12:15 ~ Discussion of the book Night by Elie Wiesel. Read the book in advance. TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next regular Board Meeting is Wednesday, February 21 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, February 19.
TU B'SHEVAT SEDER!
A Tu B'Shevat Seder celebrates nature in a simple but beautiful way. Join us!
Now casting for this year's 60s-Themed Purim Spiel (Mar. 24). Looking for folks who can project and put energy into a silly role. No memorization required. Contact Rabbi Susan. Rehearsals in February.
New TBS Group! "Chaverim" Organizer and Contact: Annah-Mikayla Sexton "Chaverim" are congregants who live alone and want to meet to socialize, offer support, attend events together, and get to know one another.
Meet us for coffee weekly on Wednesdays at 10am at Wildflowers starting Jan. 24.
Adult Education ~ חינוך למבוגרים No charge for members
JEWISH JUSTICES of the SUPREME COURT Presented by Rabbi Nina Perlmutter Sunday, January 21 at 1pm
Everyone knows there are many Jewish lawyers! But most can’t name the 8 who became Supreme Court Justices. We’ll consider the lives, careers & impact of “the Supremes”– and reflect on the important role of law and justice in Jewish teachings since Abraham. As a BONUS we’ll briefly examine Judah Benjamin, the Confederacy’s respected Jewish Attorney General who appeared on their $2 bill.
Mahjong at TBS Interested in learning Mahjongg, getting a refresher, practicing or playing? All levels welcome. 11am to 1pm Tuesdays at TBS.
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!
Women's Book Group ~ 11:00am Mar. 13 - Judas by Amos Oz May 8 - The Heavens and Earth Grocery Store
Women of TBS Saturday, January 27 at 1:00pm Pottery painting at Jarz of Clay in Frontier Village. RSVP by Jan. 25 to Annah Mikayla at Laugheveryday4sure@gmail.com or 505 463-6316.
TBS Winter Hikes ~ Sundays at 2:00pm
*Sun., Jan. 28 Willow Lake Trail (no Dells climbing.) Sunny and level terrain. Parking is free at the lot on Britni Drive and Willow Lake. Approx 1/2 mile from the temple.
National Singer/Songwriter Rick Recht ~ Children's Concert Sunday, Jan. 21 ~ 4:00pm ~ Scottsdale DETAILS HERE.
Congregational Support ~ עֶזרָה
Mitzvah Circle ~ מצווה Contact Suzi Abramson-Johnson at 602-570-9688 to participate or to request assistance. Mitzvah circle members send Condolence and Mi Shebeirach cards, visit folks in the hospital, and more. Do what you are comfortable doing to help congregants in need.
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.
Religious School בית ספר דתי
Jan. 21 ~ Sunday School 9:30-11:45
THE MOB: Men of Brith Shalom Join THE MOB every Tuesday at 9am at the Wildflower to schmooze over a cup of coffee.
Member News ~ חדשות חברים
Updated January 2024 paper membership directories are now available in the office. We kindly ask for a $5 donation per directory. Please let Heather or Jessica know if you would like one.
Kaddish ~ קדיש We are saying Kaddish for the following people at Shabbat this Friday, January 19. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from January 19-25. 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.
Marcia Carrocci, mother of Jon Aries Belle Guberman, mother of Karen Bycer Robert Harrison Eaton, father of Robert Eaton Antoinette Kaufman, grandmother of Trudy Steinhauer Joseph Stessel, father of Laury Shayne Robert Zive, father of Roberta Nackman Morris Kram, father of Bill Kram Walter Gilbert, father-in-law of Leah Gilbert Juliet Jacobson, sister-in-law of Janet Rifkin 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
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 Julie Gardner, Vadim Vaynerman, Sally Contour, Edie Greenberg, Pedro Venturo, Michael Schlossmann, Gloria Hershman, Richard Jacobs, Bob Longoria, Doris Cameron, Ted Symonds, Nancy Quitney, Brett Friend, Amy Snell Kingslinger, Mike Wolf, Rosario Maya, Brian Shrager, and Estherly Allen. 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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