by Rachel Ezekiel-Fishbein May all of the hostages somehow find peace again. May our sisters and brothers in Israel somehow feel safe again. May the children of Gaza get to experience the innocence of childhood free from hunger and violence. May our people in Israel and the Palestinian people choose leaders who value life and peace over power and hatred. May we actually see peace in the Middle East in our lifetime. And may the memories of those killed on October 7 and since be a blessing.
בשלום Rabbi Susan
Simchat Torah was wonderful! Dancing and singing with the Torah, MazelTones, Torah readings from Jessica Dreifuss and Rebecca Caulkins, children waving flags and playing instruments, and a perfect nosh afterwards hosted by Linda Patent. Photos coming soon.
The highlight was the debut of our two new Torah covers ~ sponsored by Ferne Zabezensky, designed by Allee Steinberg, Karen Bergman, and Si Osgrove, and created by Allee Steinberg.
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. 16 ~ 11:00 Malamud Short Stories; 12:00 Great Thoughts Book Group Fri., Oct. 17 ~ 5:30 Shabbat Services Sat., Oct. 18 ~ 10:00 Torah Study begins Genesis! Sun., Oct. 19 ~ 9:30 Religious School; 11:00 Hebrew Class Tues., Oct. 21 ~ 9:00 TBS Men at Wildflower; 11:00 Mahjong, 1:00 Crafters
Wed., Oct. 22 ~ 9:30 Chaverim at Panera; 6:30 Women of TBS Annual Planning Meeting and Shmooze
Women of TBS:Wed., Oct. 22 at 6:30. Annual Planning Meeting at the home of Shari and Jeff Brooks. RSVP to Shari by Oct. 19 for directions.
Healing Circle: Sun., Oct. 26 at 11:00am. Meets in the sanctuary.
TBS Hiking Group: Sun., Oct. 26 at 1:00pm. Hike the Quakey Trail on Copper Basin. The fall colors should be beautiful on the quaking Aspens. The trail is not long and not steep. Meet at 12:30 at the temple parking lot to form carpools. Any questions call Suzanne at 310-948-1803.
Prescott Interfaith Choir: Sun., Oct. 26 at 3:00pm at Trinity Presbyterian Church 630 Park Ave. in Prescott. Featuring a song cycle inspired by stories of love, longing and loss that are the legacy of war.
Fressers Dinner: Wed., Oct. 29th at 5:30 at The Grille at Prescott Lakes. RSVP to Shari by Sun., Oct. 26.
Adult Ed with Tom Brodersen: Dreams & Visions: From Torah to TodaySun., Nov. 2 at 1:00pm. Dreams and visions are an essential part in Jewish tradition.
Open to Women and Men! Book Discussion: Wed., Nov. 12 at 11:00 ~ The Labyrinth of Exile: A Life of Theodore Herzl by Ernst Pawel
Antisemitism: Let's Get Personal: Sun., Nov. 16 at 1:00pm. TBS offers the first of two programs on antisemitism in America. On Nov. 16, we invite you to share (as you wish) your personal experiences of antisemitism and how they have affected you. Our second program will address what we can do to address this issue. Facilitated by Rabbi Susan, Amber Caulkins and Ruth Littmann Ashkenazi.
TBS Board Meeting ~ ישיבת דירקטוריון The next Board Meeting is Wednesday, November 19 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 Jessica.
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.
Next Meeting: Sun., Nov. 23 at 11:15am.
TBS Composts! Bring your compostables between Thursday at noon and 10am Saturday mornings.
Monthly: Prescott Area Shelter Services Monthly Dinner. To participate or if you have questions, contact Annie Bernkrant at anniebernkrant@hotmail.com / (928) 273-5202.
TEAM TBS Thank you to everyone including our anonymous donor that contributed in support of “The Walk to End Alzheimer’s” through Team TBS. The Team achieved 179% of its goal, raising $7,164. The number of participants as walkers in the event is also noted and appreciated. Hopefully research will succeed in finding an effective treatment while these efforts support those affected by the disease.
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. Come check it out.
Special Prayers ~ תפילות
Kaddish ~ קדיש We are remembering the following people at Shabbat this Friday, October 17. We are observing the Yahrzeits of loved ones who have passed from October 17 - 23. 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. Nathan Rosenberg, father-in-law of Roza Rosenberg Arlene Fultonderg, cousin of Laurie Shayne Freda Pearlman Novack, mother of Alexandra Paeff Don Weber, cousin of Laurie Reiner Bella Perlmutter, relative of Rabbi Nina Perlmutter David Allen Borok, relative of Robert Borok Surrie Melnick, grandmother of Everett Melnick Richard Brody, husband of Joanne Brody Aaron Joseph Burke, brother-in-law of Elyce and Bruce Goldberg Mark Gray, partner of Annah-Mikayla Sexton Leonard Borok, husband of Beverlee Stuart-Borok Peter Jeffers, cousin of Linda Patent 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
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 Cindie Abrahams, Bill Abrahams, Jack Mendez, Jessica Herst, Gloria Hershman, Claudia Ackerman, Peggy McCauley, Mary Sussman, Sue Weiss, Leslie Adler, 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.
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