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September 19 - September 25, 2022 Elul 5782

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HIGH HOLY DAYS


Thank you to everyone who joined us Saturday night for Selichot. It was a wonderful program enjoyed by all. Comments from participants:


“The Rabbi was so amazing and I love her energy”


“Thank you Rabbi and Renee, Selichot was lovely. The music, as always, moved me to tears.”


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This coming Sunday, September 25th is Erev Rosh Hashanah. Have you registered for your seat yet? If not, please email Renee, info@congregationkehillah.org ASAP.


We realize several of you may have changed your minds since we sent out the survey. We encourage you – and welcome you – to attend all services in person. Zoom will be available to those out of town or who can’t physically attend in person.


Since our parking lot has a limited number of spaces, we highly recommend carpooling so we don't have to contract for a shuttle van.



We will not be sending out tickets this year and your email response is imperative in order to reserve your spot and serves as your ticket. All members must sign up ahead of time; names will be checked at the door.

 

*Should you wish to purchase tickets for family members who are not part of your household, please contact Renee.



MACHZORIM


Returning members should have Machzorim at home, from last year's online services. We ask that you please locate your copies now, write your name on the covers, and put them in your car so you will have them for all services. We have a limited number of Machzorim at the synagogue, which will be provided to new members. Thank you in advance.



Erev Rosh Hashanah, Sunday, September 25th at 6:45 p.m. 

 

Family Rosh Hashanah service, Monday, September 26th at 8:45 a.m. 

 

Main Rosh Hashanah service, Monday, September 26th at 10:30 a.m. 

 

Kol Nidre, Tuesday, October 4th at 6:45 p.m. 

 

Family Yom Kippur, Wednesday, October 5th at 8:45 a.m. 

 

Main Yom Kippur service, Wednesday, October 5th at 10:30 a.m. 

 

Yom Kippur afternoon, Yizkor, Nelia and Havdalah 3:00 p.m. 


ISRAEL WITH RABBI SHARFMAN

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LAST CALL! The trip you've always wanted!


Join Rabbi Sharfman and others for a trip of a lifetime. Fabulous itinerary and small group!


Looking for two more people to travel with us. You don’t want to miss out an a trip of a lifetime!  If you’d Iike to learn more, Rabbi is happy to speak with you. The deadline is upon us.


Dates: October 23rd - November 7th!


For more information and to register, please visit https://congregationkehillah.org/watch-this-space-for-future-trips-to-israel/. If you have any questions, please email us at info@congregationkehillah.org 

UPCOMING

BOOK GROUP

Friday, September 30

1:00 p.m.

Private home; location provided with your RSVP


We'll discuss Asymmetry, by Lisa Halliday. You don't have to be a regular to enjoy Book Group; you can join in for any book you like, any time. Book Group is open to all Kehillah adults and their guests. To get on the Book Group email list or to RSVP, please email Rick .

WOK BUNCO NIGHT

NEW DATE: Tuesday, October 11

6:00 p.m.

Roll-out party on enclosed CK patio


Bunco anyone? Do we have any Bunco players? We are looking to start a WNO Bunco group on the second Tuesday of the month. Please email Renee, info@congregationkehillah.org, to sign up! We need at least 12 players each time. If more women register, we will rotate players. Join in on the fun and a chance to get to know other Women of Kehillah better.











KABBALAT SHABBAT

Friday,October 14

6:30 p.m.


Please join us for in-person and multi-access Kabbalat Shabbat.


Rabbi Sharfman and Cantorial soloists Scott Leader and Erica Erman will be together on the bimaand October birthdays and anniversaries will be celebrated.


  • You are welcome to join us for in person services. We appreciate your RSVP ahead of time. A Zoom link will be sent to members who cannot attend in person but wish to participate via Zoom. Non-members who would like to join us for services (either in-person or through Zoom), please email Renee.
  • We encourage all those attending in person to wear a mask.
  • During services, several rows in the front of the sanctuary will be reserved for congregants and potential new members who wish to wear masks. 
  • The reserved rows are for those who feel safer sitting next to other mask wearers. Otherwise, mask wearers may sit anywhere in the sanctuary.


We look forward to seeing you!

YEP!





FALL SEMESTER DATES


October 2nd, 16th & 30th

November 6th & 20th

December 4th & 11th


Please remember to fill out this brief secure form for each child you are enrolling: Online YEP! registration form. You can pay the $125/per child YEP! supply fee here: YEP! supply fee

ADULT EDUCATION

Welcome to Judaism


This introductory course, taught by Rabbi Sharfman, provides a foundation in the basic tenets of Judaism. Among areas covered are History, Holidays and Observances, Life Cycle, Theology, Prayer, Israel and Communal Life. Open to non-Jews alone, non-Jews with their Jewish partners and Jewish adults interested in further exploring Judaism. Free of charge for members of CK; please register directly through us. Non-members can register through BJE, https://www.bjephoenix.org/course-events/2022/08/29/welcome-to-judaism-virtual.



Monday evenings from 5:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. 


Class dates:


No October classes

November 14th & 21st

December 5th, 12th & 19th

OUR KEHILLAH FAMILY

MAZEL TOV to....

Monica Edelstein


Refaeinu...

Zackary Dawson

Jon Berlin

Shari Marcus, niece of Reisa Miller

Ethan Miller, son of Reisa Miller

Yaffa Pollack, cousin of Marsha Joffe

Chana bas Rasche

Marsha Joffe

Judith Clancy

Joe Ettinger

Stanley Rosen, father of Robin Rudin

Cathy Michels

Davie Glaser

MEET OUR STAFF



Morah Whitney Sobel


4th and 5th grade Judaics



I graduated in May from ASU with a degree in Education. This fall, I am attending ASU for Graduate School to further my background in Education. Some of my hobbies include fitness, traveling and hanging out with my dog, Koogle. I am excited to be one of the teachers for YEP this year.


THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT


Memorial Plaques

Thank you to the family and friends of the following for purchasing memorial plaques:


Barbara Sharfman

Captain Shawn Braaten

Janet Malka

John Woods

Lillian Stitzer

Mitchell Schwam 


There is still time to purchase a memorial plaque in memory of your loved ones. Please fill out this form and return it to Renee.

CONGREGATION KEHILLAH FUNDS

Your donations are greatly appreciated. 

Caring Fund

Education Fund

General Fund

Gottlieb Music Fund

Oneg & Hospitality Fund

Rabbi's Discretionary Fund

Social Action Fund

Torah Fund

Teen Tzedek Fund

Also available:

Book Plates

Memorial Board

OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT KEHILLAH:


JNF TREES IN ISRAEL

Plant a tree in Israel for any occasion. Contact Renee to place your order. The cost is $18 per tree and a portion of all sales benefit Kehillah.


NETWORK FOR GOOD - FACEBOOK

You can set up a fundraiser through Facebook and the money will be donated to Kehillah.


THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER PHOENIX

Will receive gifts of stock on behalf of Congregation Kehillah.


CONGREGATION KEHILLAH CAN ACCEPT A GIFT THROUGH YOUR IRA-QUALIFIED CHARITABLE DISTRIBUTION.


PURCHASING YOUR FINAL RESTING PLACE AT MT. SINAI CEMETERY BENEFITS CONGREGATION KEHILLAH.


AMAZON SMILE

If you make purchases through Amazon, please use smile.amazon.com, and select Congregation Kehillah as your charity. It's simple, costs you nothing, and Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase price to Kehillah.

Congregation Kehillah has been issued a $69.47 donation from the AmazonSmile Foundation as a result of AmazonSmile program activity between January 1 and March 31, 2022. 

OF INTEREST ELSEWHERE

Happy end of summer! We got some rest, went to the beach, and thought about new topics for lectures and CLE's. Upcoming this year, we will also have social events, continue with our mentoring program, and support the Collaborative Bar events. Additional events will be announced as soon as they are finalized. 


Save the Dates:



September 22 - join us for a presentation from Marion Weinzweig at 12:30pm who will speak about her experiences during the Holocaust. Kosher lunch provided. (more information below)


November 8 - join us from 11:30am-1:00pm for a CLE with Paul Eckstein who will discuss the filibuster. Lunch will be provided. (flyer below)


December- join us for a Meet the Bench co-hosted with SABA - date forthcoming


January 19 - join us from 4:00-5:30pm for a presentation from Sheila Polk who will speak about the Holocaust program for prosecutors via Zoom.


Todah Rabah (thank you!) for your continued support! If you are interested in becoming more involved with AJLA and helping us put together these great programs, please email us at azjewishlawyers@gmail.com.


B'Shalom and wishing everyone an early Shana Tova!

The AJLA Board 


Attention 9th-12th Graders! There's still time to register for Hebrew High! 

Hebrew High brings all Jewish teens together from across the valley for exciting programs, interesting classes, and special events. 

See your friends, make new ones, and have meaningful Jewish experiences! 

Electives range from arts and culture to modern issues and beyond.

Come Tuesday nights from 7-9pm to the JCC in Scottsdale. Scholarships available. Click here:  www.hhphx.org ) 

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The Phoenix Holocaust Association  The September newsletter is out. Click here  for news of upcoming programs and lots more.

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September at the JFCS Center for Senior Enrichment

 

With temperatures rising outside, it is the perfect time to stay cool inside and take advantage of the Center for Senior Enrichment spring and summer virtual offerings FREE on ZOOM! 


Click here to find the September calendar of events.


The Center for Senior Enrichment calendar has been enhanced to help participants find and register for classes. Please see the below instructions for guidance on how to navigate the updated calendar. 

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Look for upcoming dates for our programs below

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SERVICES  

Kabbalat Shabbat

Shabbat morning

B'nai Mitzvah



Friday, October 14 - 6:30 p.m.

Friday, October 28 - 6:30 p.m.


Friday, November 18 - 6:30 p.m.

Friday, December 2 - 6:30 p.m.


Saturday, December 3 - 10:00 a.m.

Friday, December 16 - 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 17 - 10:00 a.m. Bat Mitzvah of Jacqueline Schatzberg

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TORAH TALK


Torah Talks are led by Rabbi Sharfman (except where noted) and are held monthly on Saturday mornings via Zoom. For more information, contact Ellen Lerman.

    


September - none

October 15 - will be lay led

November 19

December 10

January 21

February 11

March 11

April & May - tbd

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YEP!

Youth Education Program 


YEP! sessions are held on Sunday mornings during the school year. Read about YEP! here. Questions? Please contact Renee


 Here is the link to the YEP! registration form.


 Fall Semester dates:


October 2, 16 & 30

November 6 & 20

December 4 & 11



IN EVERY ISSUE

QUICK LOOK CALENDAR



Sunday, September 25

Erev Rosh Hashanah


Monday, September 26

Rosh Hashanah


Tuesday, October 4

Erev Yom Kippur


Wednesday, October 5

Yom Kippur


Sundays, October 2, 16 & 30

YEP!


Tuesday, October 11

Ladies Bunco Night


Saturday, October 15

Torah Talk


Saturday, November 19

Torah Talk


Friday, December 2

Kabbalat Shabbat


Saturday, December 3

Shabbat morning service


Saturday, December 10

Torah Talk

Information for Seniors


The Senior Concierge Project (through Jewish Family and Children's Service) can provide information and help with socialization, education, transportation, home care, living facilities, legal assistance and more for those over age 60. Contact Kathy Rood at 602-762-7319.


Need a Hand?


Need a ride to services or to an event? Have an odd job that might need an extra hand or two? Give Men of Kehillah a shout! MOK members are ready to help out. Email Rich Fox at phoks1@hotmail.com.  



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Don't miss any of our emails...


Please make sure that periodically you check your Spam and Junk folders for emails from info@congregationkehillah.org. Some of the emails we send out have several links for you to click on for resources. Depending on your individual computer settings you may have not received these emails in your inbox.









Remember "Mom" and the other women!  

 

Reminder: There are hungry neighbors and families experiencing food insecurity throughout the Valley, throughout the year -- even if we can't always see it. And there are women who can't afford basic feminine products. Our food collection bin for Mom's Pantry is always in our lobby, and our Kehillah Cares bag for women4women tempe is in our ladies' room. 

 


Please bring food and toiletry donations whenever you attend an event or services.


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We love hearing from you!


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We take a technology break for Shabbat and Yom Tov. If you have an emergency during these times, please leave a message on the Congregation Kehillah phone, 602-369-7667, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Otherwise, we ask that you please call or email us after the Sabbath or holiday ends.

Congregation Kehillah Leadership 


Rabbi Bonnie Sharfman

Jane Neely, 

 President

Scott Leader, Erica Erman

 Cantorial Soloists

Renee Joffe,               

 Administrator


Board of Directors

Gil Blumenthal, 

 Immediate Past President

Rick Cohen,

 Member at Large

Rich Fox, 

 Vice President for Program

and Communications

 MOK President

Dave Goldfarb, 

 Vice President for Building

& Facility

Mark Solow

  Finances

Leslie Goldman, 

 Member at Large

Steve Kanefsky,

  Member at Large

Arlene Maletta, 

 Member at Large

Ilene Malka, 

 Education Chair

Paul Stein, 

  Member at Large


Additional Support

Beth Hirshenson, Margi Tabaknek,

 Caring Committee

Amy Bessen,

 Webmaster

Paulette Fraenkel, 

 Social Action

Leona Garza, 

  Movie Time

Dr. Stephanie Kirklin, 

 YEP! Director of

 Curriculum & Online 

 Learning Center

Ellen Lerman, 

 Torah Talk and Special   

 Projects

Vicki Mardell, 

  Membership 

Reisa Miller,

  Newsletters 

Scott Rudin

  Finances

Congregation Kehillah

602-369 7667

info@congregationkehillah.org - congregationkehillah.org

5858 E. Dynamite Blvd., Cave Creek, AZ 85331

Mailing Address: 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. 1630 #439, Phoenix, AZ 85050


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