Temple Anshe Hesed is a Reform Jewish congregation guided by Torah and dedicated to perpetuating Judaism and it's traditions through education, worship and social action

Friday

Shabbat evening services - 6:15pm

Saturday

Shabbat morning services - 10:00am

Torah Study - 11:00am

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The Book of Ruth Club

In memory of one of its founding and most faithful members, Ruth Waidley.

PLEASE NOTE: WE WILL BE MEETING ON ZOOM ONLY.

OUR NEXT MEETING IS:

Monday, February 24, 2025

7:30 PM

Via Zoom

The Little Liar By: Mitch Albom

Dr. Helen J. Kohn, MD Psychiatrist, age 82, of Erie, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025 at Nightingale Nursing and Rehabilitation.

She is a member of the Jewish faith and unfortunately does not have any family or friends in the area.

Please join us in the special mitzvah of honoring Dr. Kohn by attending her graveside service at Anshe Hesed Cemetery on

Wednesday, February 26th at 11:30am.

Dr. Kohn's Obituary:

Dr. Helen J. Kohn, MD Psychiatrist, age 82, of Erie, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025 at Nightingale Nursing and Rehabilitation.

She was born on November 29, 1942, in Pittsburgh, Helen was the daughter of the late Percy (PK) and Matilda Jones.

Helen was a respected analyst in the field of psychology, known for her keen insight and compassionate approach. Her career was marked by her deep commitment to helping others understand and navigate the complexities of the human mind. She earned her undergraduate degree from Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh and went on to receive her master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh, and served her residency at the University of Cincinnati, where she laid the foundation of her successful career.

Outside of her professional life, Helen was a proud mother and a woman of many interests. She was especially passionate about her home, taking great pride in the work she did to make it a fully solar-powered and energy-efficient. Her dedication to sustainability reflected her caring and thoughtful nature.

She is survived by her sons, Robert Tucker; Richard Tucker, and Benjamin Kohn. Her legacy will live on in the countless lives she touched as a psychologist.

A private service will be held in her memory. Burial in Anshe Hesed Cemetery with Rabbi Rob Morais officiating.

Arrangements entrusted to the Burton Quinn Scott Cremation and Funeral Services, Downtown, 602 West 10^th St. Erie. Send condolences at www.BurtonQuinnScott.com

TempleHood Events

TempleHood Planning Meeting Thursday, February 27 at 7pm. Desserts and wine provided. Come with your ideas and suggestions!

Puzzle swap! Bring the puzzles you've done before and swap them out for new ones! Leave them in the designated area in the coat room. Please bring a puzzle to take a puzzle. If your puzzle is missing up to 3 pieces, please put a post it note on the box indicating how many pieces are missing. Please don't bring puzzles missing more than 3 pieces.

Everyone is invited to join in all events offered. If you have interest in learning more about TempleHood, please reach out to any of our co-chairs:

Korlyn Morais: (814) 823-5553 / korlyns@gmail.com

Fran Shames: (732) 718-3442 / fndshames@gmail.com

Ellie Tanenbaum: (814) 323-4346 / ellietanenbaum@gmail.com

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J. Leonard Ostrow Award for High School Students and Adults

The J. Leonard Ostrow Fund was established in 1980 to emulate the life and legacy of Attorney J. Leonard Ostrow. The purpose of this fund is to perpetuate his memory and challenge another generation to emulate his contributions, encourage humanitarian efforts, and develop leadership capabilities, as exemplified by his life.

This newly revised award is now open to high school students and adults from both Temple Anshe Hesed and Brith Sholom. This unique award is a quarterly award, and may be used for a trip to Israel, other travel, or Jewish studies, which may include tuition, conferences, leadership development, or other Jewish experiences.

The application and additional information about the award are available using the link below, with the third award period from January 1 - February 15, 2025, with notification by March 15, 2025.

Please contact Ina Fisher at inalfisher@gmail.com if you have any questions about the Ostrow Award.