Candle Blessings for the Last Night of Hanukkah by Kohenet Ahava Lilith Evershine
On the shamash: May this light nourish and replenish all those who work in the world to provide assistance to others.
On each of the candles: May this light be a torch for those who are lost and need to find their way out of the darkness.
May this light bring warmth to those who feel the bitterness of the cold on their bodies, in their hearts, within their souls.
May this light brighten the spirits of those who are sorrowful illuminating the path to hope and joy.
May this light kindle the creativity of artists of all kinds who need inspiration.
May this light bring clarity to places of confusion and reveal the truths that need to be known.
May this light fuel the passions of those who wish to act to change their lives for the better or change the world to improve it for all.
May this light illuminate the places of brokenness that need to be healed in ourselves, others, and the world, and be a beacon on the journey to wholeness.
May this light shine peace upon those in conflict all over the planet, replacing ignorance, fear, and hatred with understanding, courage, and love. בשלום Rabbi Susan
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. 2 ~ 1:30 Discovering Judaism Fri., Jan. 3 ~ 5:30 Shabbat Service Sat., Jan. 4 ~ 10:00 Shabbat Service Sun., Jan. 5 ~ 9:30 Sunday School Tues., Jan. 7 ~ 9:00 Men of TBS at Wildflower; 11:00 Mahjong; 1:00 Crafters Wed., Jan. 8 ~ 9:30 Chaverim at Panera; 11:00 Women's Book Group; 12:00 Tanach Today; 12:00 Design Committee Great Thoughts Non--Fiction Book Discussion Group meets on Thursdays from 12-1. Our next book is: 20th Century Jewish Religious Thought~ Edited by Arthur A. Cohen and Paul Mendes-Flohr. Available new or used.
Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel ~ Sun., Jan. 12 at 1:00pm ~ Join Rabbi Nina Perlmutter and Tom Brodersen toexplore Heschel’s life, Jewish teachings, & how he became an influential voice for civil rights, peace, & interreligious dialogue. Women's Book Group ~ Wednesdays at 11:00am 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)
TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next Board Meeting is Wednesday, January 15 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, January 13.
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.
Feed Your Neighbors at Prescott Farmer's Market is looking for 4-5 volunteers on Sat., Jan. 4 from 9-10:15am to box produce. No heavy lifting required. If interested, contact Allee Steinberg at allee2295@aol.com.
Weekly: Compost pickup (no plastic bags) in the bucket by the TBS entrance by 11am Saturday morning. Contact Lee Nackman at roleenack@yahoo.com
Monthly: Prescott Area Shelter Services Dinner. Volunteers cook or purchase their donation and deliver their dishes to the shelter at 5:15pm on the appointed day. Email Annie or call her at (928) 273-5202 before Sunday, January 12. anniebernkrant@gmail.com
Religious School בית ספר דתי Jan. 5 Sunday School 9:30-11:45 Educating 27 children!
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
Temple B'rith Shalom is thrilled to welcome and welcome back our newest members: Daniel and Bobby Sue O'Dell Carol Flinner
Mazel Tov to all who are celebrating their anniversaries this month: 9 Gayle and Bill Pokorny 17 Steve and Ruth Stern 21 Joanne and Richard Brody
Temple B'rith Shalom wishes a very happy birthday in January to:
5 Harold Greenberg 7 Mark Gray 12 Tristan Tate 13 Gene Galazan 13 Brindy Bundesmann
Kaddish ~ קדיש We are remembering the following people at Shabbat this Friday, January 3. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from January 3 - 9. 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. Gertrude Funfare, grandmother of Trudy Steinhauer Marge Jones, mother of Pam Jones Rose Teitelbaum, grandmother of Laurie Reiner Moshe Zabezensky, husband of Ferne Zabezensky Jodi Lynn Tobias, daughter of Mark Gray Isabel Weiss, mother of Steve Weiss Abigail Plotkin, sister of Jeff Plotkin Jack Antelis, father of Marla Antelis Ruth Ann Perlmutter, mother of Rabbi Nina Perlmutter Earl Abramson, father of Suzi Abramson-Johnson Wendy Grace, cousin of Shira Hudson Diana Couch, relative of Arlene Brownie Janet Crayne, close friend of Barbara Sussman Justin Flaherty, brother of Gerry Flaherty-Tate Marilyn Gilson, mother-in-law of Carol Gilson Howard (Chaim) Sherry, father of Alan Sherry John Yeakley, husband of Marilynne Yeakley Arlene Fultonderg, cousin of Laury Shayne 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
Karyn Friend, Charles Plotkin, Peggy McCauley, Laurie Reiner, Carl Shulak, Gloria Hershman, Jeffrey Snell, Mary Sussman, Sue Weiss, Linda Patent, Leslie Adler, Rachel Coy, Vadim Vaynerman, Mike Wolf, 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
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for the donations we received in the month of December. We are so grateful and appreciative of your support!
GENERAL FUND: Sally Contour and Carl Shulak- In appreciation of TBS’s help moving them to their new home. Janet Rifkin- In memory of mother, Amelia Moses and brother, Zigmond Moses. Richie and Claudia Ackerman- In honor of Shari Brook’s birthday. Esther and David Littmann- In honor of Shari Brook’s birthday. Mark and Lisa Drutz Ellie Gretareson Belle and Bob Merwitzer- In honor of Bob Merwitzer and Joe Shrager’s birthday. In honor of Rabbi Susan and Jessica Dreifuss, Shari and Jeff Brooks, and the entire board who continue to create our spiritual community. Leah Gilbert- In memory of father, Leon Banen.
RABBI DISCRETIONARY FUND: Linda McPherson- In memory of mother, Estelle Stern. Rich and Leslie Adler- In appreciation of the Kabbalatke Party Committee and Helpers. It was a wonderful celebration!
HIGH HOLIDAY DONATION: Raymond Lee
A special thank you to those who hosted an Oneg in November: Allee and Al Steinberg Dot and John Jones Suzy Curry
Give Back to TBS! We are so grateful for your kindness and generous giving to Temple B'rith Shalom. Your contributions help Temple B'rith shalom to thrive and ensure a home for Jews in the Quad City area.
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Discovering Judaism Thursday, Jan 16th 1:30p to 2:45p Discovering Judaism is an introductory course on Judaism. 1:30-2:45 from October 17 through March 27. Contact Rabbi Susan for the schedule and curriculum. There are books to purchase.
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