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November 6 - November 12, 2023 / Cheshvan 5784
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WELCOME TO OUR KEHILLAH-5784/2023-24 | |
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Jamie Friedman
Dane Traines & Cathie Galle
Liz & Stuart Goodman and their children, Elliot and Ashton Goodman
Donna Johnson and her daughter and granddaughter, Alexandra and Wakely
Quinlan
Stacy & Spencer Kirschner and their daughters, Adalise and Elleson
Amber Mills & Seth Messer
Robin & Roger Radol
David & McKenna Romanelli and their children, Remo and Cooper
Judy & Marvin Rotenberg
Sarah Manos Sandlaufer & John Manos
Rick & Amy Smith and their children, Bryn, Brady and Morgan
Dawn & Kelly Weiss and their sons, Jaeden and Ethan
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FOR THE SOLDIERS OF THE IDF | |
During Kabbalat Shabbat, Rabbi included this reading for the soldiers of the IDF. By request, here it is. | |
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Chanukah Chappening planning meeting
Thursday, November 16th
6:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Zoom
Attention ALL CK members…we invite you to join us for planning meeting for our upcoming YEP!/FYC! Chanukah Chappening (say it deep in your throat😊) which is being held on Sunday, December 10th from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. We are looking for volunteers to help run booths, supervise bouncy houses, etc. Please RSVP for this meeting directly to Chairperson, Rich Fox, phoks1@hotmail.com. Have some wonderful ideas to share with him before hand or if you can’t make the meeting? Please email him any time. Thank you in advance for sharing your light and showing up. A Zoom link for the meeting will be sent out next week to all who RSVP to Rich Fox.
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KABBALAT SHABBAT
Friday, November 17th
Services at 6:30 p.m.
It is important to be together in community-we strengthen one another. Please bring friends!
Please join Rabbi Sharfman and our Cantorial Soloists for in-person and multi-access
Kabbalat Shabbat.
We encourage you – and welcome you – to attend services in person. Zoom will be available to those out of town or who can’t attend in person.
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Invite your friends to check out why YEP! was voted the BEST OF HebrewSchools in the Jewish News 2023 Readers'Choice Awards! Registration is still open.
Fall semester dates:
November 19
December 3 & 10
December 10 - CHANUKAH HAPPENING - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - More information coming soon!
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ADULT EDUCATION
Welcome to Judaism
Monday, November 20, 2023
5:00-6:15 p.m.
via Zoom
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/2023/01/09/welcome-to-judaism-virtual
November 20 & 27
December 4 & 11
January - TBD
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CONGREGATION KEHILLAH YOUNG ADULTS | |
Applications are still being accepted for the CKYA Volunteer Board! Do you want to make a mark on your community and also ensure the continued sustainability of young adult programming?
Our first board meeting is Nov 7 from 7:00-8:30 on Zoom. Please email ckyoungadults@gmail.com if you would like to receive the invitation and learn more about the board!
Ready to take the leap? Apply now for the CKYA board.
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SOCIAL ACTION - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES | |
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CK Volunteer Social Action Reminder Sunday, November 12
Friends:
This coming Sunday, November 12 is a CK Volunteer Social Action opportunity at the Phoenix Dining Room of St. Vincent dePaul. We will be working to serve lunch to hungry and homeless people who depend on this food source to eat.
The activity is from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at 1075 W Jackson St. Gate entry code is 4415. Please do join us in this important and meaningful mitzvah work. Any questions ? Please reach out to me at rcgoldmanaz@gmail.com
We hope to see you there.
Rich Goldman
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Newsletter announcement for Lone Soldier Messages
The Lone Soldier Project
East Valley JCC supports Lone Soldiers on active duty in the IDF in partnership with three Lone Soldier Centers in Israel. We also educate the population of Arizona about the vital role these courageous young adults play in the defense of the Jewish Homeland. The needs of Lone Soldiers have dramatically escalated with the combat required for the war with Hamas. They are all in harms way!! At this time of the year, we conduct a Hanukkah Greeting Campaign at 40 sites around the state. This year, of course, this effort has been modified to include our prayers for their safety and welfare.
You are invited to send a message to a Lone Soldier by:
1.Sending it the EVJCC, 908 N Alma School Road, Chandler AZ, 85224 (label LSP)
2.Visit evjcc.org/greetings to upload your message by tapping “Write a Letter or Upload Artwork” Start your message with "Name"
3.Send your message in an email to lonesoldiers@evjcc.org
These messages will be bundled and sent to our 3 Lone Soldier Centers in Israel, to arrive by Hanukkah. We pray that the situation in Israel will stabilize by then to allow celebration of the holiday and to read our messages.
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Todah rabah to all those who donated to Mom’s Pantry during our High Holy Days Food Drive. We collected 900 lbs. of food. | |
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Welcome...
Jaime Friedman
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Abbott Miller, son of Reisa Miller
David Lerman
Stephanie Bates
Bernice Miller, mother of Pamela Miller
Miriam bat Miriam, mother of Karen Roth
Mort Berkowitz
Joyce Van Sciver
Vicki Mardell
Gil Blumenthal
Kathleen (Katie) Cullen-Todora
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Karen Thursby
Debbie Koren
Ellen Lerman
Reisa Miller
Zackary Dawson
Ethan Miller, son of Reisa Miller
Chana bas Rasche
Judith Clancy
Cathy Michels
Davie Glaser
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT | |
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Rabbi Sharfman's Discretionary Fund
Lindsay & Henry Fleet - in honor of their daughter Payton's upcoming Bat Mitzvah
Shira & Gordon Brown - in honor of ALL Jewish people
General Fund
Margie & Paul Stein
Joan & Michael Schaller - for welcoming them to Kabbalat Shabbat services
JNF Trees in Israel
Dane Traines - one tree was planted in memory of Betty Rieffer
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CONGREGATION KEHILLAH FUNDS
Your donations are greatly appreciated.
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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
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Also available:
Book Plates
Memorial Board
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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 CENTER FOR JEWISH PHILANTHROPY 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.
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CK is a proud sponsor of the photo booth at this year’s Jewish Community Night at Zoo Lights. This event is taking place on Saturday, December 16th. | |
Jewish Life Television, an English-language, Jewish-themed television network, is now available to Cox Communications subscribers on Cox Channel 184 in Greater Phoenix. | |
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The Phoenix Holocaust Association
Click here for information about PHA and news of upcoming programs. For the latest newsletter, click here
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JFCS Center for Senior Enrichment
Click here to find the upcoming calendar of events.
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Calling all lovebirds in Phoenix! Looking for a Jewish community as unique as you? Honeymoon Israel could be the experience for you! Applications in your city are only open for a few more weeks. Don’t miss your chance for the experience of a lifetime. Visit honeymoonisrael.org for more info and to apply! Questions? Contact Honeymoon Israel at applications@honeymoonisrael.org.
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Look for upcoming dates for our programs below | |
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SERVICES
Kabbalat Shabbat
Shabbat morning
B'nai Mitzvah
Saturday, November 11, 9:45-11:15 ish
Sippy Cut Shabbat
Friday, November 17, 6:30 p.m. KS
Friday, December 8, 6:00 p.m.
Pre-Oneg; 6:30 p.m. KS
Saturday, December 9, 10:00 a.m.
Payton Fleet Bat Mitzvah
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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.
December 16
January 20, 2024
February 17
March 9
April 6
May 4 or 18 (possibly lay led)
June 22
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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.
November 19
December 3 & 10
December 10-
Chanukah Happening
January 7 & 28
February 11 & 25
March 10 & 24-YEP! & Purim Carnival
April 7 & 14
May 5-final YEP! session
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QUICK-LOOK CALENDAR
(subject to change)
Saturday, November 11
Sippy Cup Shabbat
Friday, November 17
Kabbalat Shabbat
Friday, December 8
Pre-Oneg, Kabbalat Shabbat
Saturday, December 9
Payton Fleet, Bat Mitzvah
Saturday, December 16
Torah Talk
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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. This mitzvah is offered to all dues-paying members of Congregation Kehillah.
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 might not receive 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, Eric Goldman
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
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
Bob Bessen & Rich Goldman,
Legacy Chairs
Beth Hishenson & Barb Knight,
WNO Co-Chairs
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Dear Friends,
It has come to our attention that once again scam emails are being sent out to various synagogues, from someone claiming to be a member of their board of directors, requesting gift cards.
Please know that Congregation Kehillah’s board members, staff, and committee members will not email any requests for gift card purchases or wiring money.
If you have a question as to the validity of an email, please forward it to us at info@congregationkehillah.org so that we can confirm.
L’Shalom,
Renee B Joffe
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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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