Rabbi's Reflections ~ שמחת תורה The final holiday in the High Holiday season is Simchat Torah - the joyous celebration of Torah. It is a family oriented celebration in which we dance and sing with the Torah and we conclude and immediately restart at the beginning.
Simchat Torah conveys a clear message about the centrality of Torah in Jewish life. It is both a source of Jewish identity and a precious gift from God.
Torah is central to our TBS community. Let's take a moment from our worries and concerns and make merry with the rest of the Jewish world.
All children and adults are invited!
,חג שמח Rabbi Susan
Perlmutter/Brodersen and Stern Sukkot
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., Oct. 24 ~ 11:00 Hebrew Practice, 12:00 Great Thoughts Book Group; 5:00 Yizkor, 6:00 Simchat Torah Fri., Oct. 25 ~ 5:30 Shabbat Services in the Sanctuary Sat., Oct. 26 ~ 10:00 Torah Study Sun., Oct. 27 ~ 9:30 Religious School; 9:00 TBS Hike at Peavine Trail, 10:00 Young Adults Hike Tues., Oct. 29 ~ 11:00 Mahjong; 1:00 Yarn Yentas, 5:00 Choir Rehearsal Wed., Oct. 30 ~ 9:30 Chaverim at Panera; 12:00 Lunch Bunch Thurs., Oct. 31 ~ 11:00 Hebrew Practice, 12:00 Great Thoughts Book Group Upcoming TBS and Community Events: Thurs., Oct. 24 ~ 5:00 Yizkor, 6:00 Simchat Torah
Sun., Oct. 27 at 9am ~ TBS Hike at Peavine Trail. Sun., Oct. 27 at 10am ~ Young adults (ages 25-55) hike at Lynx lake followed by lunch at Wildflower. Meet by parking lot adjacent to Petsmart at 9:45 to carpool or meet at the North shore entrance. RSVP to Jessica Dreifuss office@brithshalom-az.org
Thurs., Nov. 7 from 4-7pm ~ Support TBS and enjoy a meal at Panera. See flyer below.
Sat., Nov. 9 at 6pm ~ Jewish Jeopardy FUNdraising Evening at TBS. Food and games. See info below.
Sun., Nov. 10 11-12 Sanctuary ~ Monthly Grief Group. New attendees most welcome.
Tues., Nov. 12 6:30-8:00 ~ Annual Women of TBS Shmooze and Planning Gathering at the home of Shari and Jeff Brooks. RSVP to Shari .
Sat., Nov. 16 at 11:45: Rugelach Baking with Barb Sussman! No charge but bring a cooking sheet and rolling pin. RSVP to Barb at bsussmanr@gmail.com
Sun., Nov. 24 at 1:00: Adult Ed with Rabbi Nina
Thurs., Nov. 28 at 2pm - Don't spend Thanksgiving alone. Thanksgiving potluck at at the home of Si Osgrove. Contact him to rsvp and sign up for a potluck item.siwriter@icloud.com Women's Book Group ~ Wednesdays at 11:00am Nov., 13 - Florence Adler Swims Forever by Rachel Beanland Wed., Jan. 8 ~ The Jew Store by Stella Suberman (memoir) Wed., Mar. 12 ~ The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict (biography) Wed., May 14 ~ The Weight of Ink by Rachel Kadish (historical fiction)
Israeli Dancing ~ Sundays at 12:30pm Nov. 17, Dec. 8
SAVE THE DATE: Sat., May 31 ~ TBS GALA. Details coming...
TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next Board Meeting is Wednesday, November 20 at 5pm 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 18.
A message from President Deborah Plotkin
Gloria Hershman has resigned her position as Treasurer of Temple B’rith Shalom. Please thank her for her dedication to Temple B’rith Shalom, for her financial expertise and ability to move TBS towards financial stability and sustainability. Gloria helped the Board create a doable and strong strategic plan, chaired our Gala and gave strength to the Board of Directors. Her guidance will be missed by all of us. We wish her health and happiness.
The Board of Directors had a contingency plan if the Treasurer of TBS needed to leave his/her position before our Annual meeting. The Board of Directors asked CPA Chedva Weingart who has a stellar resume to be the Acting Treasurer of TBS. Chedva is a member in good standing and qualified to be our Acting Treasurer. Chedva has accepted the position as Acting Treasurer. Please welcome and thank her for taking this important role. Sincerely, Deborah Plotkin President
Jewish Jeopardy ~ Pizza Dinner Included! Jeopardy teams will form. Gift cards to the winning team! Jewish trivia for all adult ages.
Silent Auction Do you have NEW or GENTLY USED items that are searching for a home? A decorative dish? A small kitchen appliance? A pretty scarf? Garden ornaments and small tools? A gift card? Uniquely crafted soap? A healthy potted plant? Etc. Etc. We’re raising money for TBS by donating attractive and useful items that members can purchase and enjoy.* · Bring donations to TBS on any Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm or before any Friday evening Service. Fill out a simple BID SHEET – provided by TBS - for each item. The Auction Committee will decide on the Opening Bid. · Bidding begins THURSDAY, OCT. 24 and continues during our Jewish Jeopardy FUNdraiser! The highest bidder wins and pays with a check or cash to take their treasure(s) home the same evening! *Items must be clean and in good condition! Estimated original value no less than $10, please! QUESTIONS: Call Esther Littmann at 248-534-5874 or email: esther_littmann@hotmail.com
Support TBS & enjoy a meal at Panera!
Thursday, November 7 from 4-8pm.
Simply present this flyer & purchase a meal. 25% of all proceeds will go to TBS.
Pick up a paper flyer at TBS!
The World is a Mirror Taught by Shira Zerner Tuesdays from 1-2pm Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26, Dec. 3 Register and more info: Shira at snowlover36@startmail.com You are probably aware that certain people or certain situations trigger you, bringing up feelings like anger, sadness, resentment, anxiety, etc. Have you ever thought about why this happens? Would you like to learn a method that will help you stop these triggers from happening? The Ba’al Shem Tov (the founder of Hassidic Judaism) taught “THE WORLD IS A MIRROR.” Join us to explore this fascinating concept. Learn how to apply it to your own life and discover the many benefits of personal, communal and global healing it can provide.
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, offer rides, provide meals, and more. Do what you are comfortable doing to help congregants in need.
Tikkun Olam ~ תיקון עולם
Co-Chairs Amber Caulkins and Allee Steinberg From the Talmud: It is not your duty to finish the work, but neither are you at liberty to neglect it.
POSTPONED: Sunday, Oct. 27 1:00-2:30pm ~ The Path to Repair: Jewish Obligations of Tikkun Olam POSTPONED Weekly: Compost pickup (no plastic bags) in the bucket by the TBS entrance by 11am on Saturdays. Newspaper is needed also (not ads). Please drop them in the compost pail. roleenack@yahoo.com
Religious School בית ספר דתי Oct. 27 Sunday School 9:30-11:45 Educating 27 children!
Wishlist: Amazon Gift Cards to purchase snacks, textbooks, and art supplies for our growing program.
THE MOB: Men of Brith Shalom Join THE MOB every Tuesday at 9am at the Wildflower to schmooze over a cup of coffee.
Special Prayers ~ תפילות
Kaddish ~ קדיש We are saying Kaddish for the following people at Shabbat this Friday, October 25. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from October 25-31. 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.
Lucille C Zemlick, mother of Cindy Jeitler Damon Sandler, relative of Janet Rifkin Mary Oppenheim, mother of Mitch Oppenheim Ken Shulak, brother of Carl Shulak Bill Greenberg, brother-in-law of Si Osgrove
Sam Harris, father of Arlene Raskin Lori Gersh, daughter of Steve and Sue Weiss Myron Steinberg, father of Al Steinberg Fanny Solvet, mother of Suzanne Solvet John Yeakley, husband of Marilynne Yeakley Esther Cohn, mother of Dana Cohn and founding member of TBS Shirley Brohner, founding member of Temple B'rith Shalom Kay Germano, aunt of Phil Johnson Randi Chenkin, cousin of Gail Punyen-Davis Ellen Mechanic Schlossmann, cousin of Suzi Abramson-Johnson David Leon Weiss, son of Sue Robyn Henry David Gellerman, ex-husband of Leslie Gellerman Howard Eugene Herst, father of David Herst, grandfather of Jessica Herst Richard Lilley, brother of James Lilley, uncle of Heather Kaplan Sari Benson, cousin of Brian Schanerman Robert Caulkins, uncle of Josh Caulkins Barbara Fischer Moses, sister-in-law of Janet Rifkin Julie Gardner, sister of Bill Dahlin Estherly Allen, wife of Gene Galazan
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
Lee Nackman, Carl Shulak, Gloria Hershman, Heather Balk, Jeffrey Snell, Mary Sussman, Cindie Abrahams, Mark Gray, Karyn Friend, Sue Weiss, Linda Patent, Leslie Adler, Janet Crayne, Carol Gilson, Rachel Coy, Vadim Vaynerman, 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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