April Shabbat services on April 25 will be the fond farewell of several snowbirds who grace our congregation throughout the winter months. We will miss their smiles and wish them safe travels.
April Shabbat will also see the departure of Dr. Josh Nichols, our accompanist, for some years. Josh made our music ‘sing’ as he practiced and prepared with reverence so that no note was missed or obscured. We will miss you, Josh. Hopefully you will stop by from time to time. Perhaps he will captivate us with one of his original compositions.
April’s Oneg is sponsored by the B’nai Midbar Board honoring new members. A welcoming gift will be given to all new members. An Oneg is a mitzvah (good deed) to commemorate and sponsor a special occasion, memory or honor. If you would like to sponsor an Oneg beginning September 2025 through April 2026, email Judy Friedman at judi95476@gmail.com.
Something new this year… maybe a Shabbat Service or two over the summer, led by lay leaders. Board member Herb Cohn is taking the lead on this. If you wish to participate, attend a service or sponsor an Oneg, email Herb at shofarman@aol.com. We welcome your involvement.
The first for our Congregation, was guest speaker Aryeh Green, who spoke to the community at the Desert View Performance Arts Center on Thursday, March 27. His message was hopeful and how the present conflict has brought the Israeli population closer together. A new sense of pride and enthusiasm for Israel permeated the audience.
Dates to Remember:
Friday, April 25 - Shabbat Services (at 7 p.m.)
Saturday, April 13 - First B’nai Midbar Community Seder - Our Passover seder is a collaboration to celebrate the freedom from slavery of the Israelites in Egypt. Our first community seder has been sold out! Rabbi Danny Price and Father Vu, from Santa Catalina Catholic Church will be leading us in our century’s long traditions and practices. Because this article is written prior to our Seder, please know that behind the scenes our volunteers are busy cooking, preparing, setting up and cleaning. We will have a full update for you in our June article.
Summer Lay Shabbat Services - Dates to be determine.d
Late Summer - Havdalah and a Pre-High Holy Day Community Gathering – more information to come.
Saturday, November 15 - A Celebration of B’nai Minbar formally known as IJSS, 25 Year Anniversary - Much more information to come! A VERY fun evening is being planned!
Sunday, December 21 - Chanukah Celebration
Explore our new website! Visit bnaimidbar.com/history to learn about our history and what’s happening!
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Thanks to Eva Frieder who conducted our second Chant and Chocolate in early April. Chanting Hebrew prayers is a form of meditation practiced by many.
Now is the time to practice: Have you ever wanted to read and/or chant from the Torah? We encourage you to participate during services by chanting from the Torah. This is a special honor. Rabbi Price will help you along the way. For additional information, email Joy Erickson at joyerickson4@gmail.com.
You, our valued members, are an important part of what B’nai Midbar offers! Volunteers are always welcome. Select an area of interest, event, or project. Your knowledge and time contribute to who we are and who we will become. For more information, email Joy Erickson at joyerickson4@gmail.com.
Congregation B’nai Midbar provides individuals of all backgrounds the opportunity to celebrate, practice and learn from Jewish culture and religion in a welcoming and socially fulfilling environment. For information, send an email to Joy Erickson at joyerickson4@gmail.com.
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