September 7 - September 13, 2020 /Elul 5780
The 0ffice is closed on September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
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 As we keep striving to find new ways to stay connected to one another, we have started a private Facebook Group. Only members can join this group and we will be able to chat with other congregants through this venue. If you have Facebook, please become friends with Renee, https://www.facebook.com/renee.joffe/. Questions? Email Renee, [email protected].
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Thank you to everyone who has been joining us since March via Zoom. Kabbalat Shabbat will resume after the High Holy Days, Friday, October 2nd at 5:30 pm.
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PRE-HIGH HOLY DAYS SHABBAT FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
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SELICHOT
Saturday, September 12th
7:00 p.m., starting with Havdalah
Selichot helps us prepare intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually for the High Holy Days. We'll participate in a thought-provoking program followed by a brief Selichot service of High Holy Day music and themes.
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BOOK GROUP
Monday, September 14
1:00 p.m.
via Zoom
The Sunflower focuses on the possibilities and limits of forgiveness, as the author, Simon Wiesenthal writes about an encounter he had with a mortally wounded Nazi during WWII.
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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The next session is scheduled for Sunday, September 13th at 10:00 am.
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Condolences to...
Our congregant and Board Member, Dr. Bruce (Debbie - YEP! teacher) Sobel on the passing of his mother, Rose Sobel on Thursday, September 3, 2020. Rose was also the grandmother of Whitney.
Welcome back members...
Robert Wechsler & Barbara Kaufman
Sharon Wechsler
Refaeinu . . .
Arlene Maletta
Yosef Dov ben Rachel Feyga, father of
Jackie Shore
Sandra Krisch
Frances Schneeweis LeRoy, mother of Scott LeBlang
Stanley Rosen, father of Robin Rudin
Cathy Michels
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Ethan Miller, son of Reisa Miller
Abbott Miller, son of Reisa Miller
Hinda Sterling, sister-in-law of Reisa
Miller
Davie Glaser
Kimberlie Rich, sister of Pamela Miller
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR FINANCIAL SUPPORT
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Rabbi Sharfman's Discretionary Fund
Elisa, Brandon, Shayna, and Halley Itkowitz - in honor of Peyton Dagny Anderson's Baby Naming
Rich Goldman - in appreciation for shiva for his mother, Joanna Lee
Linda & Glenn Feldman - in memory of Rose Sobel
General Fund
Ann Baumrind - in memory of Rose Rokeach Baumrind, her mother
Stan & Cookie Morganstern
Jane Neely - in memory of Joanna Lee |
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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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JNF TREES IN ISRAEL
Please consider planting a tree in Israel for any occasion. Contact Renee and she will place the order on your behalf. Trees cost $18 per tree and a portion of all sales benefit Congregation Kehillah.
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Here are other great ways to support Kehillah
Normally, we'd invite you to celebrate with an Oneg.
Sponsoring an Oneg is a great way to celebrate your lifecycle events and other wonderful news with your Kehillah family. For 2020, we are aiming to have every Oneg sponsored. To reserve your Oneg, please email Renee or call her at 602-369-7667.
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But while we're currently not gathering, and you are (we hope!) spending most of your time at home, remember to use Amazon Smile when you buy on Amazon.
We've raised $45.81 in donations through the Amazon Smile program between April 1 and June 30, 2020.
You can sign up for Amazon Smile and choose Congregation Kehillah as your charity. It's simple, costs nothing, and Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase price to Kehillah. 
Here's how to sign up:
. That's it! After you're signed up, shop on Amazon by visiting smile.amazon.com (your Prime account goes with you) and continue as usual. The website will remember you selected Congregation Kehillah, and every eligible purchase you make at smile.amazon.com will result in a donation.
ANOTHER WAY TO USE AMAZON SMILE!
Good news! AmazonSmile is now available in the Amazon Shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones.
AmazonSmile customers can now support Congregation Kehillah in the Amazon shopping app on iOS and Android mobile phones! Simply follow these instructions to turn on AmazonSmile and start generating donations.- Open the Amazon Shopping app on your device
- Go into the main menu of the Amazon Shopping app and tap into 'Settings'
- Tap 'AmazonSmile' and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
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OUR ANNUAL HIGH HOLY DAYS
FOOD DRIVE
Even during stressful times like these, the basic needs of our community continue and it's become incredibly difficult for many to feed their families because of loss of jobs, sickness and a great amount of worry about whether or not they'll have a place to live.
Our Kehillah community has always been very generous when asked to donate food for our friends in need, especially during our Annual Yom Kippur Food Drive benefitting Mom's Pantry. This year we're asking you to do something a bit different in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. Instead of buying food to bring to the synagogue, we're asking that you purchase grocery store gift cards from whatever store you normally shop at and mail them to the synagogue mailing address (Tatum Blvd.) In turn, Renee will send them all to Mom's Pantry at the same time so they can get them to those who need them so desperately.
Your kindness and generosity have always been a hallmark of what Kehillah is all about. Let's begin our New Year by helping those in our Phoenix area community who are so in need. Please mail your gift cards to the synagogue beginning September 1st through Yom Kippur, September 28th.
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 SOJOURNER NEEDS...
The Center, which helps women escape abuse and domestic violence, is in desperate need of women's underwear, sizes 6, 7, and 8. If you are able, you can order these online at Amazon, and Sojourner and Kehillah will benefit. They can be sent to Sojourner Resource Center, 2330 E. Filmore Street, Phoenix, AZ 85006.
Please add the following items that are desperately needed: bath and hand towels, either new or gently used. Sojourner thanks us for the masks Ellen Lerman has made and were donated.
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 Hebrew High School of Greater Phoenix
Click here for more information.
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ONLINE Documentary Film Screening
The Mezuzah
Streaming, September 8th-10th, 2020
The mezuzah is one of the most visible symbols of Judaism. This documentary explores the religious, practical (writing and affixing), historical, legal and even hygienic aspects of the mezuzot. Featuring the Jewish-American astronaut who took a mezuzah with him to outer space and a Dutch lady who accidentally found a mezuzah hidden behind her door, which took her eventually to Israel.
Guests can watch the film any time between Sept. 8-10, 2020.
To RSVP: To attend "The Mezuzah" documentary film screening exclusively for the AZJHS audience and accessible by this invitation only, please log on to the below address to receive additional information:
Dear Congregants,
I encourage you to hear my friend, Alan Jablin's, presentation. His is a compelling and meaningful story with many lessons for us today.
BORN AT BERGEN-BELSON - DISPLACED PERSONS CAMP
Wednesday, September 30, 2020. 10:00 a.m. o 12:00 p.m.
Speaker: ALAN JABLIN
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Because nothing says "Living Well" better than engagement in the Arts!
Due to circumstances surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), participation for all Creative Aging classes will be online through the digital platform, ZOOM. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Rees at (480) 599-7198 or [email protected].
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 Kabbalat Shabbat | Torah Talk | YEP!_________________________________________
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SERVICES
Kabbalat Shabbat
B'nai Mitzvah
Kabbalat Shabbat, via Zoom, begins on Fridays at times listed below.
Saturday evening, September 12: Selichot services
Friday evening, September 18: Erev Rosh Hashanah
Saturday,
September 19: Rosh Hashanah
Sunday evening,
September 27, Kol Nidre
Monday, September 28, Yom Kippur
October 2: 5:30 p.m.
October 3: Bat Mitzvah of Alexa Hendrickson, 10 a.m.
October 16: 5:30 p.m.
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TORAH TALK
Torah Talks are led by Rabbi Sharfman (except where noted) and are held monthly on Saturday mornings beginning at 10:30 a.m. via Zoom (for the time being.)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.
October 31
November 14
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YEP!
Youth Education Program
During the school year, YEP! sessions are held on Sunday mornings. See body of Connections for summer programs via Zoom. Read about YEP! here. Questions? Please contact Renee.
September 13
October 4 & 18
November 8 & 22
December 6 & 13
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Congregation Kehillah
602-369-7667
Mailing Address: 21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Ste. 1630 #439, Phoenix, AZ 85050 |
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Saturday, September 12
Selichot
Sunday, September 13 YEP!
Monday, September 14 Book Group
Friday, September 18
Erev Rosh Hashanah
Saturday, September 19
Rosh Hashanah
Sunday, September 27
Kol Nidre
Monday, September 28
Yom Kippur
Saturday, October 3
Bat Mitzvah of Alexa Hendrickson
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.
None of that is possible at the moment, but Mom's Pantry 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
Joseph Ettinger, Member at Large 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 Dan Sommer,
Member at Large
Paul Stein,
Member at Large
Additional Support:
Scarlett Allison,
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!
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Don't miss any of our emails...
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