-“The Torah is a tree of life to those who cling to it. All who uphold it are happy”(Proverbs 3:18).
Fifteen Torah students (see the photo below) sat around the social hall tables last Shabbat to study Torah together. Several generations of TBS folks debate and discuss and mull over the Torah's meaning each week. We are enriched by each voice and each opinion. Come share 90 minutes with your fellow seekers. You won't be disappointed.
“If you have studied much Torah, your reward will be abundant” (Ethics of the Fathers 2:21).
Check out our website to view our calendar and discover the wonderful events coming up! View the TBS Calendar
This Week’s Calendar Thurs., Feb. 29 ~ 12:00 Great Thoughts ~ How Good Do We Have to Be? by Harold Kushner Fri., Mar. 1 ~ 5:00 Oneg, 5:30 Shabbat Service Sat., Mar. 2 ~ 10:00 Shabbat Morning Service with Torah Sun., Mar. 3 ~ 9:30 Sunday School; 11:00 Purim Cast Rehearsal; 1:00 Adult Ed with Tom Brodersen Tues., Mar. 5 ~ 9:00 MOB at Wildflower; 11:00 Hebrew Practice; 11:00 Mahjong; 1:00 Choir; 1:00 Yarn Yentas Wed., Mar. 6 ~ 10:00 Chaverim at Panera; 12:00 Lunch Bunch
Upcoming TBS and Community Events:
Sun., Mar 3, ~ Women of Courage Quad City Interfaith Choir (featuring Suzi Abramson-Johnson and Al Steinberg) at 3:00 PM Church of the Palms 14808 N Boswell Blvd Sun City, AZ 85351 Sat., Mar. 9 ~ Tot Shabbat (Ages 0-5) 10-10:30 ~ Sanctuary. Songs and prayers for children and parents/grandparents.
Sun., Mar. 10 ~ 1:00 ~ Film: Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy
Tues., Mar. 12 ~ 11:00-12:15 ~ Discussion of the book Night by Elie Wiesel. Read the book in advance.
Sun., Mar. 24 ~ 1:00 ~ Purim Spiel and Celebration. Dress in your favorite 60s garb ~ tie dye, peasant skirts, love beads, headbands, striped pants, etc. Please contact Rabbi Susan if you can bring hamantaschen.
Sun., Mar. 31 ~ 12:15 ~ Israeli Dancing with Shira returns! TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next regular Board Meeting is Wednesday, March 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, March 18.
Adult Education ~ חינוך למבוגרים No charge for members
Sephardic Jews; Past & Present Sunday, March 3 at 1pm Tom Brodersen, MSJS
Mahjong at TBS Interested in learning Mahjongg, getting a refresher, practicing or playing? All levels welcome. 11am to 1pm Tuesdays at TBS.
Women's Book Group ~ 11:00am Mar. 13 - Judas by Amos Oz May 8 - The Heavens and Earth Grocery Store
TBS March Hike ~ Sun., Mar. 17 at 2:00pm Led by Ruth and Steve Stern ~ Location TBA
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
The Adult Center in Prescott is offering a new service called "Kids Kloset" to offer families clothing, shoes, developmental toys, books, diapers, and hygiene supplies. Donate new and "very gently used (clean, no holes)" items for children ages 0-12 through March 6. You can also donate funds. Make your check out to the Adult Center, write "Kids Kloset" on the memo line, and give it to Jessica or Heather in the office. Have questions? Contact Annie Bernkrant at anniebernkrant@hotmail.com or (928) 273-5202.
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
Mar. 3 ~ Sunday School 9:30-11:45
Tot Shabbat (Ages 0-5) Sat., Mar. 9 10-10:30 ~ Sanctuary
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
Kaddish ~ קדיש We are saying Kaddish for the following people at Shabbat this Friday, March 1. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from March 1-7. 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.
Julie Gardner, sister of Bill Dahlin. Condolences to the Dahlin family.
Harry Ellen, father of Judy Baletin Frances Spira, mother-in-law of Dr. Marylyn Clark Albert Attias, husband of Rolene Attias, grandfather of Heather Balk, Great-grandfather to Aiden and Tanner Balk Minnie Weiss, grandmother of David Hess Ben Wolf, father of Mike Wolf Martha Raskin, mother-in-law of Arlene Raskin Gloria Adler, mother of Rich Adler Estherly Allen, wife of Gene Galazan 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
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 Rachel Coy, Arlene Brownie, Vadim Vaynerman, Edie Greenberg, Pedro Venturo, Michael Schlossmann, Gloria Hershman, Richard Jacobs, Mike Wolf, Brett Friend, Amy Snell Kingslinger, Rosario Maya, and Brian Shrager. 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.
Donations ~ תרומות
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