Angel, a Jew owner of the most famous bakery in Germany, often said: "Do you know why I'm alive today? I was still a teenager when Nazis in Germany killed Jews mercilessly.
Nazis took us to Auschwitz by train. The last night in the ward was deadly cold. We were left for many days in cars without food or beds, which meant without the possibility to warm up. It was snowing everywhere. The cold wind froze our cheeks every second. There were hundreds of us on those cold horrible nights. The blood was frozen in our veins. Next to me was a Jew who was very loved in my city. He was all shaking and looking terrible. I wrapped him with my hands to warm him up. Hugged him tight to give him some warmth. Rubbed his hands, legs, face, neck. I begged him to stay alive. I cheered him up. This is how I kept this man warm all night. I myself was tired and frozen. Fingers crossed, but I kept massaging this man's body to warm him up.
Many hours passed. Finally the morning came, the sun started to shine. I looked around to see other people. To my horror, all I could see were frozen corpses. All I could hear was the silence of death. The frosty night killed everyone. They died of cold. Only two people survived, the old man and me. The old man survived because I didn't let him freeze, and I survived because I made him warm.
Allow me to tell you the secret of survival in this world: When you warm the heart of others, then you warm yourself. "When you support, strengthen, and encourage others, then you receive support, strengthening and encouragement in your life."
Be with us on Thursday for our community observance. We need you. 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., Apr. 24 ~ 11:00 Short Story Discussion; 12:00 Great Thoughts; 2:00 Yom HaShoah observance Fri., Apr. 25 ~ 5:30 Shabbat Service Sat., Apr. 26 ~ 10:00 Torah Study Sun., Apr. 27 ~ 9:30 Sunday School; 12:30 Rabbi Nina Adult Ed Tues., Apr. 29 ~ 9:00 Men of TBS at Wildflower; 11:00 Mahjong; 1:00 Crafters
Adult Ed. ~ Sunday, April 27 at 12:30pm Women Over Time in Jewish Life & Teachings presented by Rabbi Nina Perlmutter
Women's Book Group~ Wednesdays at 11:00am Wed., May 14 ~ The Weight of Ink by Rachel Kadish (historical fiction)
TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next Board Meeting is Wednesday, May 21 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, May 19.
Thurs., Apr. 24 ~ Yom HaShoah Observance 2:00pm Film: One Life (With Anthony Hopkins) 2023 biographical drama based on the true story of British humanitarian Nicholas Winton who successfully helped 669 predominantly Jewish children in German-occupied Czechoslovakia. 4:00pm Service featuring our choir Special speaker: Roza Rosenberg
Yom Ha'atzmaut ~ יוֹם הָעַצְמָאוּת Israel Independence Day
Wed., April 30 at from 5:00-7:00pm Food, Israeli dancing and songs, and more. It is important to celebrate Israel every day but most particularly on this day.
We need your help to make our Gala a huge success! If you have an item to donate, please email a picture, description and a retail value of that item to our Gala chair, Suzi Abramson-Johnson at suziaj@gmail.com
Scandalous Hands is keeping rock alive across Arizona with their modern take on 60s & 70s classics from Allman Brothers, Steely Dan, Beatles and so much more! Come dance the night away to your favorite songs and bid on some incredible auction items!
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.
Religious School בית ספר דתי APR. 27 Sunday School 9:30-11:45 Tzedakah Collective Shabbat Service Fri., May 2!
THE MOB: Men of Brith Shalom Join THE MOB every Tuesday at 9am at the Wildflower to schmooze over a cup of coffee. There is no extra cost or commitment, just a lot fun! Come check it out.
Special Prayers ~ תפילות
Kaddish ~ קדיש We are remembering the following people at Shabbat this Friday, April 25. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from April 25 - May 1. 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.
Condolences for Kaye Ellen Tarnow, mother of Lauren Van Drome, grandma of Izzy Escalante can be mailed to: 6154 N. Wildhorse Dr. Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Abraham Nackman, father of Lee Nackman Robert Caulkins, uncle of Josh Caulkins Ernestine Frankel, mother of Linda Frankel Ervin Zane, father of Lloyd Zane Roselle Lipkin, mother of Annie Bernkrant Doug Steinhauer, husband of Trudy Steinhauer Marian Levine, grandmother of Rabbi Susan Schanerman Rose Ratner, mother of Rob Ratner Esther Basch, mother of Rachel Turet Susan Gall, mother of Shannon Silvas Sue Robyn, Wife of Currie Lee Carol Gilson, mother of Dawnielle Gilson Kaye Ellen Tarnow, mother of Lauren Van Drome, grandma of Izzy Escalante Arnold “Arnie” Dolled, brother of Rolene Attias, uncle of Heather Balk Yechezkal Zalman Ben Ya’akov, father of Jeff Plotkin Libby Mills, wife of Stuart Mills, mother of Allison Stahl Barbara Fruchter, mother of Alan and Amy Fruchter Craig Russell Parry, cousin of Mitch Oppenheim Pilad Torres, daughter-in-law of Arlene Brownie Carl Shulak, partner of Sally Contour Charles Pollack, uncle of Linda Frankel 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 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 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
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
Sandy Weiss, Claudia Ackerman, Mark Gray, Peggy McCauley, Gloria Hershman, Jeffrey Snell, Mary Sussman, Sue Weiss, Linda Patent, Leslie Adler, Rachel Coy, Vadim Vaynerman, Mike Wolf, Amy Snell Kingslinger, and Rosario Maya.
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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