Dear Friends,
We recently received a letter from Janet sharing with us that although she lives alone during the Covid-19 pandemic, she did not feel lonely or isolated due to the care packages, phone calls, and communication with the Rabbi and volunteers of Chabad.
"It uplifted my spirits and warmed my heart to know that the community thinks about me and is looking out for my well-being."
This is just one of many messages we received over the last 4 months.
This is the spirit of Chabad and the community that you are a part of and that we are so proud of. The constant connection and involvement, the care we show and give each other, regardless and amid the Covid chaos.
The past several months while adhering to all safety precautions - we made the immediate shift to online community building and learning - we have had over 100 hours of online classes and 6,000 views to our weekly videos, lectures and women's events. Hebrew School and preschool classes made a seamless transition into the world of online learning. We have distributed over 450 care packages to our community. This coming year we will continue to add more innovative programs, both online and G‑d willing in person. With your support and involvement, we are assured thta we will continue to move forward in reaching out to our growing Jewish community.
We thank those who are Chai Club members, Gold Partners, Silver Partners, and Single Partners.
As we plan for next year, we ask you once more to partner with us in bringing Judaism to our East Valley community in a meaningful and joyous way.
As a Partner, you become much more than a member of a synagogue - you are a part of every life that we touch, every Mitzvah that we do.
Together, let's keep the light of Judaism burning brightly. Please respond generously!
Wishing you a happy, healthy and sweet New Year.
Warmly,
Rabbi Mendy Deitsch