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September 18 - September 25, 2023 / Tishrei 5783
Our office will be closed Friday, September 22nd at sundown through Monday, September 25th in observance of Shabbat and Yom Kippur. We will reopen on Tuesday, September 26th. The office phone and email will be monitored for emergencies.
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WELCOME TO OUR KEHILLAH-5784/2023-24 | |
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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
Donna Mills
Robin & Roger Radol
Judy & Marvin Rotenberg
Dawn & Kelly Weiss and their sons, Jaeden and Ethan
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KOL NIDRE - Sunday, September 24: 6:45 p.m.
YOM KIPPUR - Monday, September 25 Family service 8:45 a.m.; Main service 10:45 a.m.
AFTERNOON SERVICE 3:00 p.m.
This will include Yizkor, Neilah, the final Shofar blast and Havdalah.
Break the Fast will begin after Havdalah. Kindly RSVP by Tuesday, September 19th to Renee, info@congregationkehillah.org
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When is it appropriate to wear a Tallit during the High Holy Days?
Sunday night Kol Nidre
Monday morning and afternoon Yom Kippur
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Please wear a kippah for all High Holy Day services
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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:
September 29 - Friday - Sukkot Pizza in the Hut followed by
Kabbalat Shabbat
October 15
October 21 - Saturday - Shabbat at the Zoo
October 22
November 5 & 19
December 3 & 10
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We postponed our start date to after the High Holy Days. Our first session will begin on Sunday, October 15th and registration is still open. | |
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ADULT EDUCATION
Welcome to Judaism
Monday, October 2, 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
October 9
November 20 & 27
December 4 & 11
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CONGREGATION KEHILLAH YOUNG ADULTS | |
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CKYA - Jewish Young Adults
Winner of the “BEST“ Young Adult Programing: Congregation Kehillah Young Adults (CYKA) – Jewish News, 2023
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CKYA - Jewish Young Adults
Upcoming Events:
CKYA High Holy Days Pass - High Holy Days are right around the corner! Purchase a pass which gets you entrance to ALL festive events this season, or sign up for individual events. The full schedule can be found at lu.ma/ckya. To purchase a pass, go to lu.ma/highholidays2023
Shalom,
Madeline and Mat
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SOCIAL ACTION - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES | |
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Friends,
As Rosh Hashanah draws to a close, and Yom Kippur approaches, let's reflect on some of what Rabbi Sharfman said about the kinds of acts that create and strengthen community.
One of the most important things that builds bonds between human beings is the knowledge that they matter to someone else. An act of giving or caring is a powerful message that actively demonstrates this.
Congregation Kehillah is a group of people who have come together seeking a meaningful Jewish experience of learning, growing and seeking a deeper understanding of how to connect with their best selves.
One of the ways we do this is finding ways to be of service to those who need caring for.
The purpose of my message here is to find ways to build on that impulse to care for others. We are a resource and a force for good in this world. What can we do to multiply that and create additional resources and provide more benefits?
Over this past summer, a group of congregants stepped forward and responded to an opportunity to serve food at a dining room for homeless people in Phoenix. It's no secret that this summer has been extraordinarily difficult and harsh on those who have no place to live. I am sure our CK group was deeply moved by what they saw when they worked in the dining room at SVDP to feed that day's homeless and hungry population. I say “that day’s” as a reminder that every day, people need help. It's not just the days when we make ourselves available to help. It's every single day.
As it happens, the opportunity for our group to continue to serve at SVDP is limited, because fortunately, other groups of caring people from other places also want to help. What that means is that we need to find additional places and additional opportunities to be of service. CK also has a relationship with Mom’s Pantry in Cave Creek. This offers some additional opportunities for us to volunteer, but like SVDP, it requires that we fit ourselves into the schedule of the organization we want to help. Given that many of us still work Monday-Friday, and we are not able to volunteer on Shabbat, this leaves Sundays as the only day when CK can do group volunteer work.
So, here is a question for all of us to think about.
Is there another meaningful service project that we can embrace, either as a group or as individuals, that allows us to give of our time and resources in pursuit of helping people who need it? To further clarify, this question is designed to solicit suggestions which are not constrained by scheduling conflicts. Wouldn't it be great if we could come up with an activity or project that allows us to work on it whenever we are available? Please help here by brainstorming about something we can do that takes advantage of the powerful and precious resource which is all of you who want to help heal the world.
I hope I have made clear what I see as a challenge we want to meet, and that by presenting our congregation with this challenge, we will use our collective gifts to find a way forward in the new year 5784 to fulfill our Jewish destiny to be a light among the nations.
Shana Tovah and may you be inscribed in the book of life.
Rich Goldman
rcgoldmanaz@gmail.com
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Mazel Tov to Stephanie & Brian Kirklin on the birth of Ari Benjamin, on Wednesday, September 13th. Ari Benjamin is the little brother of Alana Claire and Zoey Lee; grandson of Roger & Rabbi; great grandson of Marilyn Morris; nephew of Erica & Jared Erman and Rebecca & Ian Shore. He is also the cousin of Deborah Lily, Shaina Rose and Elliott Aron.
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Abbott Miller, son of Reisa Miller
Jaime Goldman
Mort Berkowitz
Joyce Van Sciver
Vicki Mardell
Gil Blumenthal
Kathleen (Katie) Cullen-Todora
Karen Thursby
Debbie Koren
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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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General Fund
Margie & Howard Tabaknek - thanking us for the opportunity to attend Golda with their Kehillah
Rabbi Sharfman's Discretionary Fund
Anat & Russ Erman – in honor of Rabbi Bonnie Sharfman and Roger Morris and wishing them, their beautiful family, and our congregation, health, happiness, and fulfillment in the coming year. Shana Tova U'Metukah!
Debi Neufeld - Thank you for providing beautiful High Holy Services via Zoom
Richard Gerry
Oneg/Hospitality Fund
Margie & Howard Tabaknek - Break the Fast
Education Fund
Jaime & Rich Goldman - in honor of Dr. Bruce Sobel
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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 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.
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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
High Holy Days
Sunday, September 24 - Kol Nidre
Monday, September 25 - Yom Kippur
Friday, September 29 - 6:30 p.m. KS
Friday, October 13 - 6:00 p.m.
Pre-Oneg; 6:30 p.m. KS
Saturday, October 14, 3:00 p.m. Bar Mitzvah of Noah Zemel
Friday, November 3, 6:30 p.m. - KS
Friday, November 17, 6:00 p.m.
Pre-Oneg; 6:30 p.m. KS
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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 21 (possibly lay led)
November 18
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.
September 29 - Friday-Pizza in the Hut
October 15
October 21 - Saturday - Shabbat at the Zoo
October 22
November 5 & 19
December 3 & 10
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QUICK-LOOK CALENDAR
(subject to change)
HIGH HOLY DAYS SCHEDULE
Sunday, September 24 - Kol Nidre
Monday, September 25 - Yom Kippur
Friday, September 29
YEP! Pizza In The Hut
Kabbalat Shabbat at 6:30 p.m.
Friday, October 13 - 6:00 p.m.
Pre-Oneg; 6:30 p.m. KS
Saturday, October 14, 3:00 p.m.
Bar Mitzvah of Noah Zemel
Saturday, October 21, 10:30 a.m. (possibly lay led)
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
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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