Kabbalat Shabbat
Friday, April 23
5:30 p.m.
via Zoom
We continue to come into your homes for Shabbat via Zoom, with Rabbi Sharfman and cantorial soloists Scott Leader and Erica Erman. PowerPoint slides will be viewable to you to follow along if you don't have your own copy of Gates of Prayer for Shabbat and Weekdays.
Zoom link with be sent to all congregants during the week. For our non-members who would like to join us for Kabbalat Shabbat, please email Renee.
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YEP!
Sunday, April 25
10:00 a.m.
via Zoom
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 WELCOME TO JUDAISM
Rabbi Bonnie Sharfman, Instructor
SPRING TRIMESTER
Classes meet at 5:00 p.m.
Course dates are:
April 26
May 3, 10, and 24
via Zoom
New students welcome! Are you interested in learning about Judaism? Filling in the gaps in your knowledge? This is how to do it!
"Welcome to Judaism" is an introductory course that provides a foundation in the basic tenets of Judaism. Among the areas covered are History, Holidays and Observances, Lifecycle, Theology, Prayer, Israel, and Communal Life. Jews and non-Jews are welcome.
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YEP!
Sunday, May 2
10:00 a.m.
via Zoom
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 TORAH TALK
Saturday, May 15
10:30 a.m.
via Zoom
No prior knowledge is needed to enjoy Torah Talk; all are welcome. Be part of an amazing 4,000-year-old conversation, as relevant today as when it began. Torah Talk is one of Kehillah's most-loved traditions -- a morning filled with questions, conversation, and laughter. This session will be led by Rabbi Sharfman.
If you would like email reminders about Torah Talk, just let Ellen know! |
BOOK GROUP
Monday, May 24
1:00 p.m.
via Zoom
We'll be discussing The Museum of Extraordinary Things by Alice Hoffman.
If you're going to buy the book on Amazon, please remember to use Amazon Smile for Kehillah. Here is the link:
You don't have to be a regular to enjoy Book Group; you can join in for any book you like, any time. Book Group is open to all Kehillah adults and their guests. To get on the Book Group mailing list or to RSVP and receive your Zoom meeting information, please email Rick . |
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Congregation Kehillah Tzedek Teen Initiative
CK's newest program is a philanthropic leadership program for 8th-12th graders to learn about how to be better leaders and activists in the Jewish and Greater Phoenix communities. We are looking for local non-profit organizations to partner with so we can offer teens hands-on learning opportunities with the local organizations working to make Phoenix a better, healthier community. If there is an organization that you work for, volunteer with, or are just passionate about, please reach out to Rabbi or Renee, [email protected] with a contact who we can speak with there!
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Watch this space for information regarding our summer backpack and school supplies drive supporting Pioneer Elementary School.
Looking for ways to support those in need? Please consider supporting Mom's Pantry or Just 3 Things which is a part of JFSC. Mom's Pantry is accepting food donations dropped off at their location, Mom's Pantry, 13440 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, AZ 85022 as well as monetary donations which can be mailed directly to them.
Click here for more information at Just 3 Things and how to donate to them.
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REFUGEE AID
We currently provide food and supplies to homeless shelters in Mexicali, MX, where asylum seekers wait for an opportunity to have their cases heard by a U.S. court. We also serve local Latino churches in underserved areas of Phoenix, providing food for their pop-up community food banks, created in response to COVID. We also serve the Welcome Center here in Phoenix, which assists asylum seeking families attempting to reach their sponsors across the U.S. We provide food, clothing, toiletries and volunteers to the Welcome Center. You can visit our website at https://refugeeaid.org for more details.
Current list of needed supplies:
Donations List
- Small bags animal crackers
- Apple sauce- kids squeezes
- Coffee
- Coffee creamer/sugar
- Dry Milk for babies
Personal Care: mini sized
- Shampoo, body wash, lotion
- Small toothbrushes and paste
- Deodorant
Clothing
- Sports bras all sizes
- New underwear- men and women S and M, and childrens
- Flip flops- men and women S and M, and childrens
- Coats and jackets- men and women S and M, and childrens
- Socks-Women S and M, and childrens
- Small stuffed animals for children
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Condolences to...
Marsha Joffe and Renee Joffe on the passing of their sister-in-law and aunt, Patsy Koren who passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021 in Wisconsin.
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Jessica Gio, niece of Scarlett Allison
Maureen Dragula, sister-in-law of Leona Goldfarb
Rachel Segal
Reisa Miller
Joe Ettinger
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Sandra Krisch
Stanley Rosen, father of Robin Rudin
Cathy Michels
Davie Glaser
Kimberlie Rich, sister of Pamela Miller
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT
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Rabbi Sharfman Discretionary Fund
Carol Elliott
Ilene Malka - in appreciation of 2nd Seder
General Fund
Arlene Maletta - Yizkor
Ilene Malka - in memory of Mary Zamler and Howard Zamler
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AmazonSmile
Make all your Amazon purchases through Amazon Smile and choose Congregation Kehillah as your charity. It's simple, costs you nothing, and Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase price to Kehillah.
We've raised $73.45 in donations through the Amazon Smile program between October 1 and December 31, 2020.
HOW TO SIGN-UP FOR AmazonSmile:
Scroll down to and click on "Get Started"
Login with your current Amazon or Amazon Prime Account
At "Select Charitable Organization" enter Congregation Kehillah
You can now start purchasing items you want and a portion of the purchase price will be donated to Kehillah.
Android owners can use the Amazon App to setup Amazon Smile.
Always login to Amazon via "Smile.Amazon.com" for the donation process to work.
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Did you know . . .
that it is customary to donate at the time of Yizkor or when Kaddish is recited in memory of a loved one? It is also customary to make a donation when given an aliyah (honor) during a service.
Jewish Philanthropy: The Concept of Tzedakah is a much-admired practice throughout the world. "In Jewish tradition, tzedakah requires the donor share his or her compassion and empathy along with the money. Judaism teaches the belief that donors benefit from tzedakah as much [as] or more than the recipients."
You can find out more about the roots and practices of Jewish philanthropy at Learning to Give.
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Your donations in any amount are genuinely appreciated.
Please help support Congregation Kehillah by donating to Kehillah's various funds
-- to celebrate, honor, remember, give thanks, to assist, or simply to do tzedakah.
You can donate through our website in any amount or send a check. Congregation Kehlllah is a 501(c)(3) organization; donations are tax-exempt to the fullest extent allowable by law. (Please consult with your tax adviser.)
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General Fund
Caring Fund
Torah Fund
Social Action Fund
Gottlieb Music Fund
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Education Fund
Oneg & Hospitality Fund
Rabbi's Discretionary Fund
Bookplates
Memorial Plaques
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More great ways to support Kehillah
Sponsoring an Oneg is normally a great way to celebrate lifecycle events and other wonderful news with your Kehillah family. Until we can once again gather in person, please consider supporting Kehillah in other ways.
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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. |
 Memorable B'Nai Mitzvah Reflections
During the pandemic, families had to change plans for Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebrations. Click here to read how many did it, including one of our own CK families.
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BUREAU OF JEWISH EDUCATION EVENT
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May at the Virtual
JFCS Center for Senior Enrichment
Upcoming May 2021 Classes
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SERVICES
Kabbalat Shabbat
B'nai Mitzvah
Kabbalat Shabbat, via Zoom, begin on Fridays at 5:30 p.m. A Zoom link will be sent out in advance.
April 23
May 7
May 8 - Emelia Merritt Bat Mitzvah
May 21
May 22 - Avery & Ella
Fleet B'not Mitzvah
June 5 - Ally Melhado
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. 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 15
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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.
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Friday, April 23
Kabbalat Shabbat
Sunday, April 25
YEP!
Monday, April 26
Rabbi's class
Sunday, May 2
YEP!
Monday, May 3
Rabbi's class
Friday, May 7
Kabbalat Shabbat
Saturday, May 8
Bat Mitzvah of Emelia Merritt
Monday, May 10
Rabbi's class
Saturday, May 15
Torah Talk
Sunday, May 16
YEP!
Friday, May 21
Kabbalat Shabbat
Saturday, May 22
B'not Mitzvah of Avery and Ella Fleet
Monday, May 24
Book Group
Rabbi's class
Saturday, June 5 Bat Mitzvah of Ally Melhado
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 Janet Arnold Rees, Senior Concierge, at 480-599-7198 or [email protected].
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
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 we are able to come back to Kehillah.
For now, please consider giving directly to Mom's Pantry, which accepts donations on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. They are located at 13440 N. Cave Creek Road in Phoenix. Call 602-992-0083 for other times.
Congregation Kehillah Leadership
Rabbi Bonnie Sharfman
Gil Blumenthal, President
Scott Leader, Erica Erman
Cantorial Soloists Renee Joffe, Administrator
Board of Directors:
Rich Goldman,
Immediate Past President Henry Fleet, Member at Large Rich Fox,
Member at Large
MOK President
David Goldfarb,
Member at Large
Building Chair
Leslie Goldman,
Member at Large
Arlene Maletta,
Member at Large Hospitality Co-Chair Ilene Malka,
Education Chair
Jane Neely,
Member at Large
High Holy Days Chair Hospitality Co-Chair Dr. Bruce Sobel, Member at Large Paul Stein,
Member at Large
Additional Support:
Scarlett Allison, Beth Hirshenson,
Margi Tabaknek,
Caring Committee Amy Bessen, Webmaster Rick Cohen,
Book Group
Paulette Fraenkel, Social Action
Leona Garza,
Movie Time Dr. Stephanie Kirklin,
OLC Director Ellen Lerman, Torah Talk and Special Projects Vicki Mardell,
Membership Co-Chair
Reisa Miller, Sherry Siegel
Newsletters
Mark Solow,
Finance Manager
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 and we will get back to you. Otherwise, we ask that you please call or email us after the Sabbath or holiday ends.
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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