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April 25 - May 1, 2022 Nisan, 5782
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MOK (Men of Kehillah) DINNER
Monday, April 25 7:00 p.m.
Where: Sol Mexican Cocina located in the Scottsdale Quarter
Please RSVP directly to Rich Fox
Join us for dinner and conversation at Sol located at
15323 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 245-6708
If you have questions about MOK or this dinner, please email Rich Fox, [email protected]
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HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY
April 28, 2022
Beginning on the evening of Wednesday, April 27, communities around the world observe Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) and remember the victims of the Holocaust. The observance ends the evening of Thursday, April 28.
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KABBALAT SHABBAT
Friday, May 6th
6:30 p.m.
We encourage those who are heathy and able, to please join us for in person services. Rabbinical student, Erica Erman, will be on the Bimah along with Cantorial Soloist, Scott Leader. May birthdays and anniversaries will be celebrated. If health reasons prevent you from being in person, please email Renee and request a Zoom link.
Reserve your spot today!
If you are interesting in joining Congregation Kehillah, we welcome you!
To attend a service, we ask that you:
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Email, [email protected] to let us know you will be attending
- Fully vaccinated, including a booster if eligible (those 12 and older)
- Wear masks while indoors at all times
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PHOENIX THEATER COMPANY PRESENTS
A BEAUTIFUL PLACE
Friday, May 6, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.
A Beautiful Place is a new musical inspired by the true story of artist and educator Friedl Dicker-Brandeis.
A reading of the new musical celebrating the life of artist Friedl Dicker-Brandeis, who was deported to the Theresienstadt concentration camp in 1942. There, Friedl secretly taught classes to hundreds of children, giving them the ability to escape the world around them using their imaginations and the remarkable power of art. Their legacy continues to inspire, reminding us how beauty and hope can exist within the darkness of despair.
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BOOK GROUP
Book Group will be taking a break in April. Watch this space (or contact Rick) to find out what we'll be discussing in May.
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ISRAEL 2022 - TRIP UPDATE | |
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FROM BOB BESSEN
I was wisely advised, “If you’re thinking of visiting Israel – whether you’ve been there before or not – you must go on a Rabbi Bonnie trip! You will NOT be disappointed!” How true! A fabulous itinerary…a knowledgeable and engaging tour guide…amazing history…breathtaking sights…and Rabbi Bonnie’s lovingkindness. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
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FROM LISA AND DAVID BESSEN
We recently returned from a trip to Israel with Rabbi Bonnie and friends have been asking, “So, how was your trip?” It is hard to give a succinct response, as every aspect of our two weeks was incredible. Our experiences ranged from visiting the Western Wall in Jerusalem to jostling in the Carmel market in Tel Aviv to exploring synagogues in Zefat to climbing Masada and visiting the blue grottos of Rosh HaNikra. The context and history that Rabbi Bonnie and our Israeli guide, Arie, provided were invaluable to gaining an understanding of Jewish history and thought and the Jewish, Hellenistic, Roman and Turkish archaeology of the country. Walking through water tunnels dug in the City of David or sifting sands from the Temple Mount in search of ancient artifacts (we found shards!), Rabbi Bonnie’s passion for the country and for helping us to gain an understanding of the deep history, spirituality, politics, and modern challenges of Israel was irreplaceable; no guidebook or pamphlet could come close to providing the depth of information that the Rabbi offered.
Not to mention the food. Rabbi Bonnie led us through the Jerusalem Market (Mahane Yehuda) on a tasting tour on which we had traditional Israeli cooking, tasted Kurdish kubbeh hamusta, and, of course, forced ourselves to taste the many varieties of halva. The spices, fresh dates, and pastries were awesome, as were our many dinners of Israeli, Yemeni, and Kurdish food.
For us, this was a trip of a lifetime in all aspects: learning the history, imbibing the culture, and deepening our understanding of Judaism. If you have an opportunity to join Rabbi Bonnie on such an adventure, don’t pass it up!
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MAY BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES | |
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Happy Birthday!
Yom Huedet Sameach!
May 2 - David Mawyer
May 4 - Cliff Wechsler
May 11 - Rob Sandler
May 12 - Barbara Sharfman
May 13 - Waverly Seeliger
May 13 - Isabel Catalano
May 14 - Kai Abeyta Ubillos
May 17 - Stephanie Kirklin
May 19 - Marsha Joffe
May 21 - Elliott Lerman
May 22 - Luke Fox
May 24 - Beth Dubin
May 26 - Elaine Schiff
May 29 - Jeffrey Hirshenson
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Happy Anniversary!
Mazel Tov!
May 14 - Andrew & Kimberly Abrams
May 25 - Adam & Kim Cohen
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Our Sippy Cup Shabbat this past Shabbat was so much fun.
Showing off her Future YEP! onesie is Qipley (and daddy, Jonathan Seeliger).
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CALLING ALL (CO-ED) ADULT SOFTBALL PLAYERS....
A Jewish league is starting to form (late summer) - Rabbi wants to field a Kehillah team (ok to include friends). Games will not be played on Shabbat. Let us know if you are interested (you know how much Rabbi loves baseball/softball).
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General Fund
Arlene Maletta - in honor of her good health
Rabbi Sharfman's Discretionary Fund
Jordan Bock & Sharon Agopian - in honor of their wedding
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Ethan Miller, son of Reisa Miller
Robert & Arona Landsman, grandparents
of Stephanie Farber
Yaffa Pollack, cousin of Marsha Joffe
Chana bas Rasche
Marsha Joffe
Judith Clancy
Merle Miller,
sister-in-law of Reisa Miller
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Rachel Segal
Joe Ettinger
Arlene Maletta
Stanley Rosen,
father of Robin Rudin
Cathy Michels
Davie Glaser
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT | |
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Celebrate the Important Women in Your Life this Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8th. What better way to celebrate the women in your life than with a meaningful gift from Jewish National Fund-USA? We’re making it easier than ever to find the perfect gift while supporting your synagogue, the land and people of Israel. Planting trees in Israel is a beautiful way to show you care and lasts for generations. Each tree ($18) ordered comes with the certificate show above and will be mailed to the recipient with your personal message. Please fill out the form, JNF Trees in Israel.pdf and scan back to, [email protected].
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Caring Fund
Education Fund
General Fund
Gottlieb Music Fund
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Oneg & Hospitality Fund
Rabbi's Discretionary Fund
Social Action Fund
Torah Fund
Teen Tzedek Fund
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Also available:
Book Plates
Memorial Board
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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 $76.05 donation from the AmazonSmile Foundation as a result of AmazonSmile program activity between October 1 and December 31, 2021.
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THANK YOU TO CK TZEDEK TEEN FUND | |
THANK YOU TO CONGREGATION KEHILLAH | |
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Jewish Free Loan offers interest-free loans to students entering into undergraduate and graduate college programs.
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TEEN ISRAEL EXPERIENCE INCENTIVE GRANTS | |
The Grossman Teen Experience Incentive Grant Funds are for teens who:
*live in the area served by the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix and the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Phoenix (Maricopa County)
*Are enrolled in the 10-12th Grade (including the summer following graduation)
*Are traveling on a program at least 16 days in Israel (up to a year), run by a non-profit organization
*Have not already received the Grossman Teen Israel Experience for a prior trip...
Program Content: In order to receive funding toward an Israel program, it must include all of the following:
Countrywide excursions led by trained madrichim/teachers/guides
Individual participation as part of a larger group
Lectures, discussions regarding the history of Israel and contemporary issues facing the country
The application and grant criteria can be found at:
https://jewishphoenix.regfox.com/harold-jean-grossman-teen-israel-experience-scholarship-fund
Applications are taken on a first come first served basis.
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ALEXANDER MUSS HIGH SCHOOL IN ISRAEL | |
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Introducing the Partnership Between
Alexander Muss High School in Israel
and RootOne
Summer 2022 just got a whole lot better. Teens can take $3,000 off an Alexander Muss High School in Israel (AMHSI-JNF) summer program! AMHSI-JNF is a proud partner and grantee of RootOne, a new initiative that helps connect thousands of Jewish teens to Israel by lowering the financial barriers to participation in immersive summer trips to Israel.
QUALIFIED SUMMER PROGRAMS
Your Way: Teens can explore Israeli culture by focusing on a chug (elective) of their choosing on this six-week immersive experience. Interested in the arts? Learn how Israeli music, painting, sculpture, and more is shaped by Israeli politics and history on the Arts & Culture chug. Interested in the Start-up Nation? On the Entrepreneurship chug, focus on Israel’s role in geopolitics by looking at its innovation and big technology companies.
Your Way: Teens can explore Israeli culture by focusing on a chug (elective) of their choosing on this six-week immersive experience. Interested in the arts? Learn how Israeli music, painting, sculpture, and more is shaped by Israeli politics and history on the Arts & Culture chug. Interested in the Start-up Nation? On the Entrepreneurship chug, focus on Israel’s role in geopolitics by looking at its innovation and big technology companies.
Learn More
Roots Israel: Spend four weeks traveling throughout Israel, volunteering with local Israelis, and making a difference in a fun and meaningful way. On this service-learning adventure, teens explore the Jewish value of tikkun olam, while working on projects like cleaning up beaches, planting gardens, working with refugees, all while exploring issues of environmentalism and social sustainability that are crucial to Israel’s way of life.
Learn More
Ready to have the best summer of your life? Apply on AMHSI-JNF’s website, select a program from one of the two listed above for summer 2022, and someone will be reaching out to you soon on how to apply for a RootOne voucher.
Questions? Contact Marni Heller at [email protected]
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The Phoenix Holocaust Association April newsletter is out. Click here here for news of upcoming programs and lots more.
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JFCS CENTER FOR SENIOR ENRICHMENT'S APRIL PROGRAMS
The Center for Senior Enrichment will be releasing its April schedule soon, which includes Zoom and in-person events. For information, contact Jennifer Brauner at [email protected] or 602-343-0192; or see all JFCS programs here.
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May 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!
The Center for Senior Enrichment calendar has been enhanced to help participants find and register for classes. Please see the below instructions for guidence on how to navigate the updated calendar.
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SERVICES
Kabbalat Shabbat
Shabbat morning
B'nai Mitzvah
Below you will find what is currently scheduled for 2022 services. Please note that the calendar is subject to change.
Friday, May 6 - 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 21 - 10:00 a.m.
Sunday morning, June 5,
10:00 a.m. Yizkor
Friday, June 10 - 6:30 p.m.
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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. They are among Kehillah's most-loved traditions -- mornings filled with questions, conversation, and laughter as we explore that week's Torah portion. No prior knowledge is needed to enjoy Torah Talk; all are welcome. For more information, contact Ellen Lerman.
May 28
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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.
May 1 & 15
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QUICK LOOK CALENDAR
Mondays, April 25, May 2, 16
Rabbi Sharfman's class
Monday, April 25
MOK Dinner
Tuesday, April 26
WNO Dinner
Thursday, April 28
Holocaust Remembrance Day
Friday, May 6
Kabbalat Shabbat
Saturday, May 21
Shabbat morning services
Sunday, June 5
Yizkor, 10:00 a.m.
Friday, June 10
Kabbalat Shabbat
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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 [email protected].
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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 [email protected]. 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.
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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!
If we don't respond to
your email within 24 hours, it means we did
not receive your
message. Please call
us at 602-369-7667.
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.
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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, Sherry Siegel
Newsletters
Scott Rudin
Finances
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