Monthly Newsletter - June 2025

Please note our new office hours:

Mondays: Closed

Tuesdays-Fridays, 9am-5pm.


The office will be closed on June 19th, in observance of Juneteenth.



Upcoming Events

Join Us To Say

"Farewell" To Rabbi Jonathan

June 27th - 6:30pm services

Reception to follow


Please take a moment to fill out a postcard for Rabbi for inclusion in the memory book we are compiling. Postcards can be found in the temple lobby. If you are unable to come to temple but would like to have your well-wishes included, contact Barb Kish by clicking here.




Tikkun Leil Shavuot

'Shavuot Worship and Study' - June 1, 2025


Join us for an evening of lively study, meaningful worship, and delicious dairy treats as we observe Shavu’ot, the holiday of celebrating the revelation of Torah to the people of Israel, this coming Sunday evening, June 1, 2025. This year, we’ll be celebrating with our friends at Temple Beth Shalom of the East Valley at their synagogue, 3400 N Dobson Road, in Chandler.


If you can, please bring a pre-packaged dairy treat of your choice to share, one with a hechsher (Kashrut symbol), to honor the dietary guidelines of their building.


Sunday, June 1, 7:00-10:30 pm, at Temple Beth Shalom of the East Valley, 3400 N Dobson Rd, in Chandler.



Special Shabbat Services

Volunteer Shabbat

June 6th

Pride Shabbat

June 20th

Farewell to Rabbi Jonathan

June 27th

Adult Education Opportunities

Adult Hebrew 101

Adult Hebrew 102

Stroll Through The Scrolls - Part 2

Friday Evening Erev Shabbat Worship Services

June 6th

5:30 pm | Tot Shabbat

6:30 pm | Services


Volunteer Appreciation Shabbat

June 13th

6:30 pm | Services



Erev Shabbat with Rabbi Jonathan


June 20th

6:30 pm | Services


Pride Shabbat with Rabbi Jonathan and Cantorial Soloist Gregg


June 27th

6:30 pm | Services


Final Erev Shabbat Services with Rabbi Jonathan




Open to the entire community. All Ages Welcome! Please invite your friends.


To share Shabbat with us online:


Members refer to your Friday morning Shabbat email.

Not yet members please email for the current weekly link here.


Saturday Torah Study

Weekly Torah Study

Led by Rabbi Jonathan


Saturdays, 9:00 am


Use the link below to join Torah Study:

Live and Interactive on Zoom

Meeting ID: 881 7402 8792 Passcode: Torah


*ONLINE ONLY*


June B'nai Mitzvah

June 7th

10::30 am | Mauskapf Family

In-Person with RSVP

To share in the B'nai Mitzvah services online, watch on YouTube with the link from your Friday morning Shabbat email.

Opportunities for YOU to Get Involved!

Time to Renew (or Join) Club Memberships!


Whether you are a current member needing to renew, or a not-yet member, now is the time to update your membership. Thank you to those who have already joined or renewed for the 25-26 year!


MOE Membership - Click Here


Sisterhood Membership -Click Here


TETY Membership - Click Here


Do a mitzvah from the comfort of your own home!


The Mitzvah Makers is a group where creating a mitzvah is part of our foundation. We are frequent oneg sponsors and can always use some help.


If you would like to contribute and do a mitzvah, view our Amazon registry, purchase any of the items listed, and it will be sent to us.



Click here to view the wishlist and to help us.


If you would like more information, we would love to hear from you! Click here to send us a message.


Need an Orthodontist? So do we! Our Temple Emanuel of Tempe Member Business Directory has been connecting and supporting our community for a few months now and is up to five member-owned businesses, sadly none of which pertain to dentistry. This valuable resource is helping members promote their businesses while fostering strong local connections.

 

If you own a business or work at a great company with services or products you love, consider purchasing a listing! This is a wonderful opportunity to:

 

  • Promote your services or products within our Temple community.

 

  • Build connections with fellow members who value supporting local businesses.

 

  • Contribute to the continued growth and vibrancy of our shared community.

 

Your participation helps create a stronger network and provides vital support for Temple initiatives.

 

Interested? For questions, call or email Joey Kurtz at 623-202-8460 or Joey.Kurtz@edwardjones.com. If you're ready to proceed, use the link below to submit your listing request along with the $90 discounted initial fee (valid through 6/30/2025). TEOT Business Directory Listing - Form - Temple Emanuel of Tempe

 

Together, let's make this directory a success!



Volunteers Needed for I-Help Dinners


Temple Emanuel is committed to providing dinner to about 40 unhoused guests on the first two Sundays of each month—and we need your help!


Only one group is signed up for June 1st, and the rest of the year is wide open. A team of 4–6 can prepare dinner and pack lunches for the next day. It’s easy, meaningful, and a true mitzvah.


Interested? Contact Jim Flegenheimer 480-390-1514 or

lpflegy@cox.net for more information.

Are you helping to organize an event coming up?

Follow this 2-step process below so we can help spread the word and take care of the logistics for you.


To ensure your needs are met, please be sure to complete BOTH steps above.


Stay up-to-date with your favorite Temple groups.

Click below for page links!

Temple Office

(480) 838-1414

contact@emanueloftempe.org

5801 S. Rural Road

Tempe, Arizona 85283

Office Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday-Friday: 9:00 am-5:00 pm

Saturday and Sunday: Closed

Closed most federal holidays

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