June 13- June 19, 2022 Sivan 5782
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Jews and Guns
Thursday, June 16th
11:00 a.m.
Zoom
There’s a crisis happening in this country. Join Rabbi Sharfman as we learn about what Jewish texts teach us about Jews and Guns. RSVP, [email protected] by Tuesday, June 14th. Do you have another topic you would like to learn more about? Please let Rabbi or Renee know.
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BOOK GROUP
Friday, June 17
1:00 p.m.
at a private home
At our June meeting, we'll be discussing Room by Emma Donoghue.
Please contact Rick Cohen to RSVP and receive the address of where the Book Group will be taking place.
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Plant a tree in your dad's honor or memory this Father's Day! Send 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 shown 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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SIPPY CUP SHABBAT
Saturday, July 30
10:00 a.m.
Calling all mommies, daddies, and their newborns and little ones - whether crawling or walking! Join Rabbi and Second year Rabbinical student/Cantorial Soloist/mommy Erica Erman for an hour of Shabbat music, movement, stories and more! This program is open to all Jewish families in the community and their newborns - 2 year olds.
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ISRAEL 2022 - TRIP UPDATE | |
FROM RENEE JOFFE, CONGREGATION KEHILLAH ADMINISTRATOR
"The bus was our home away from home and friendships were formed and bonded. Arie was our guide who was a walking man of knowledge. My eyes saw new sights, my tongue tasted new foods, my nose smelled delicious bakery, my
ears heard the voices of hundreds of women singing together on Shabbat at
the Kotel, my feet stood on ancient ground and walked miles. The list could
go on and on. Rabbi Bonnie was and is an extraordinary leader, clergy and most of all friend...there is no other Rabbi I would have wanted to share this experience with. I met new friends and took my friendships with others to a new level. I left behind a piece of my heart, but that space is now filled in with sweet memories of Israel."
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Baking breakfast items for
the Welcome Center for Refugees and Asylum seekers
We are in the process of setting up a day and time to gather as a group at our synagogue. If you are interested in participating, please call Paulette, 602-363-3009.
This is a great way to bond with other CK members and do a mitzvah!
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Amy Bessen
Shari Marcus, niece of Reisa Miller
Ethan Miller, son of Reisa Miller
Robert & Arona Landsman, grandparents of Stephanie Farber
Yaffa Pollack, cousin of Marsha Joffe
Chana bas Rasche
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Marsha Joffe
Judith Clancy
Joe Ettinger
Stanley Rosen, father of Robin Rudin
Cathy Michels
Davie Glaser
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT | |
Rabbi Sharfman's Discretionary Fund
David Brother - in memory of Barbara Sharfman
Hemmert Family - in memory of Barbara Sharfman
Jill Higgins - in memory of Barbara Sharfman
Sue Adatto - in memory of Barbara Sharfman
Steve, Bari & Eva Kanefsky - in memory of Howard Stone
General Fund
Lisa Rohdeman - Thanking us for providing the sippy cup Shabbat for her daughter Isla and her
Annette Sarrazine - Shavuot Yizkor
Tzedakah Committee
Sheryl & Avram Greenspan - Thanking us for allowing them to come to services
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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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JEWISH LIFE TELEVISION
JLTV is the largest 24-7 English-language, Jewish-themed network in North America, available in about 50 million homes, currently through Charter, Comcast, DirecTV (channel 366 in the Phoenix area) and other video providers (www.jltv.tv). On May 31st, JLTV was added to Cox Communications’ Channel Line-Up in portions of Greater Phoenix channel 184. This is partly thanks to Rabbi Sharfman who has been incredibly supportive of the effort to add JLTV to Cox's line-up, sending a letter to Cox asking them to add JLTV, which they are now doing.
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The Phoenix Holocaust Association June newsletter is out. Click here for news of upcoming programs and lots more.
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June 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 June calendar of events: https://www.jfcsaz.org/events/
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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PUT THESE DATES ON YOUR CALENDAR | |
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.
Enjoy our brief summer break! Please watch this space for information about upcoming services, dates, times and location.
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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.
There are no scheduled dates until we begin again in September. If you would be interested in joining a summer session, please contact Ellen.
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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.
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QUICK LOOK CALENDAR
Thursday, June 16
Jews and Guns, 11:00 a.m.
Friday, June 17
Book Group, 1:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 30
Sippy Cup 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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Congregation Kehillah
602-369 7667
[email protected] - 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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