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March 2020
Volume 6, Issue 5
Monthly Newsletter
From Our Messianic Leader…..
OUR HOPE
For those of us who
believe in our Lord and
Master Yeshua, the con-
ditions of this world ought to be so-
bering and yet motivating.
Ephesians 2:12 says: at that time had no Messiah. You were estranged from the na-tional life of Isra’el. You were foreigners to the cove-nants embodying God’s promise. You were in this world without hope and without God. Is there anything worse than this …
being in this world without hope and
without God? If one does not have a
relationship with our heavenly Father
through His son Yeshua HaMashiach
there is NO eternal hope.
Yeshua came into this world to take
on the punishment for our sins and
die that terrible death on the cross
that we all deserved. In doing this He
satisfied the Father’s demands for a
blood sacrifice for the forgiveness of
sins, thereby removing the guilt and
the condemnation for all of us who
believe in Him as their Lord and Sav-
ior. The final result was for those who
were lost and far away from him have
been brought closer and near to Him
by the blood He has shed.
Now that we have received this hope,
we are called to share it with others.
People will not know that Yeshua is
the ONLY hope unless they learn
about Him from us. Peter pointed
out that this assignment may not al-
ways be easy because most people
are intimidated or hostile to our
message (Good News). Still, we are
called to give an account for the
hope that is in us with gentleness and respect.
1 Peter3:15 CJB says; 15 but treat the Messiah as holy, as Lord in your hearts;[a] while remaining always ready to give a reasoned an-swer to anyone who asks you to explain the hope you have in you — yet with hu-mility and fear.
Our witness or testimony of and for
our Lord Yeshua should show
through our words and actions. The
Ruach HaKodesh (Holy Spirit) will
begin in the renewing of our mind
with His Holy word, our attitudes
and behavior becoming more like
Yeshua. This will show a powerful
witness to all people around you or
to the world without hope. Adonai
can transform a person’s life now and the promise of eternal life for all of
us that will come to Him in Repent-
ance and Faith.
So, let us share our hope with oth-
ers!
Al Messianic Leader
Ahava B'Shem Yeshua
Inside this issue:
Local
Announcements
2
Ministry Updates 6
Messianic 101 7
Reading Schedule 8
Calendar 9
Classifieds 10
Ahava B’Shem Yeshua “Love In The Name Of Jesus”
“For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance will arise for the Jews from another
place - but you and your father’s house will perish. Who knows whether you have attained royal
status for such a time as this?” Esther 4:14 TLV
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LOCAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
SPECIAL PURIM CELEBRATION
Come join Ahava B’Shem Yeshua for a time of Celebration!
WHEN: March 7, 2020
TIME: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
WHERE: Alliance Bible Church
2601 Iron Springs Road
Prescott, AZ 86305
Ahava B’Shem Yeshua will be celebrating Purim, a time of G-d’s deliverance,
with an exciting time of fun, fellowship, dance, and the reading of the Megil-
lah (the Book of Esther)!
Bring your groggers and noisemakers, for a fun time of audience participa-
tion. We will learn the story of Esther, and ADONAI’S miraculous salvation
of the Jewish people in ancient Persia.
CHAG PURIM SAMEACH!
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LOCAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
PESACH (PASSOVER) SEDER Wednesday Evening
April 8, 2020
We will be celebrating the Pesach (Passover) Seder in Individual Homes.
For those who need a place to Partake of the Pesach Seder,
please email us at [email protected],
or call 928.443.5988.
Come celebrate this joyous High Holy Day Festival and learn about Yeshua in the redemption of the children of Israel!
Chag Pesach Sameach!!
The next day, John sees Yeshua coming to him and says, “Behold, the Lamb of G-d who takes
away the sin of the world!”
John 1:29 TLV
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LOCAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
HEBREW CLASSES Come join us and learn beginning Hebrew!
WHEN: Shabbat
TIME: 9:30 am before Shabbat Service
WHERE: Downstairs @ Alliance Bible Church
2601 Iron Springs Road
Prescott, AZ 86305
HaYesod ‘The Festivals’ Class
First Fruits of Zion will be releasing their newest HaYesod ‘The Festivals’ in January 2020. For those interested in attending this exciting new class, we will be offering it starting on Shabbat, ON HOLD UNTIL MATERIALS ARE RELEASED , 2020 at 1:15 pm. This class is a 10 week program that explores the beauty of the biblical fes-tivals.
Please contact us by email at [email protected], call the office at 928.443.5988, or see the sign up sheet in back of the Sanctuary.
Student workbooks can be purchased for $35 and couples can share a workbook.
Please see the following link for more information: https://hayesod.ffoz.org/
UPCOMING EVENTS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS!!
Purim Celebration, Shabbat, March 7, 2020 @ 10:30 am, during Worship
Individual Pesach Seders, Wednesday Evening, April 8, 2020—see Sign Up Sheet in back of the Sanctuary
Special Pesach Shabbat, Shabbat, April 11, 2020 @ 10:30 am, during worship
March of Remembrance, Sunday, April 19, 2020 @ 1:30 pm, The Courthouse Square, Prescott, AZ
TORAH SERVICE Come join us on March 28th for our Torah Services!
Our next monthly Torah Service will be held on Shabbat, March 28th, 2020 during our
Shabbat Service at 10:30 am.
Don’t miss this special service!!
Men’s Bible Study
Our Congregational Leader Al Rodriguez will be leading the Bible Study using The Old Testament Studies, from Tom Bradford. Please check out
the website at https://www.torahclass.com/old-testament-studies-tc. For any of the men that are interested, please email Al at [email protected] or call him at 928.443.5988.
When: Every Wednesday
Where: Alliance Bible Church (Downstairs)
2601 Iron Springs Road
Prescott, AZ 86305
Time: 9:30 am until 11:30 am
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LOCAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Women’s Bible Study
The women are studying the book of Acts using Tom Bradford's Torah Class. Please
check out Mr. Bradford's class at http://www.torahclass.com/. For more information call 928.443.5988.
When: The 2nd & 4th Thursday (March 12th & 26th)
Where: 503 Perry Street, Prescott, AZ 86303
Time: 10:30 am until 12:00 pm
ONEG
Please join us for Shabbat Oneg (Sabbath Delight) after Service. It is a time of good
food and fellowship.
We supply the chicken, kosher hot dogs, or sandwiches.
Please bring a dish or dessert to share.
No shellfish, pork or any other unclean meats (Leviticus 11).
Bring enough to feed your family and 4 more.
MOURNER’S KADDISH PRAYER
The Mourner’s Kaddish prayer is the prayer traditionally recited in memory of the dead. The prayer is recited during the be-
reavement period and to mark the anniversary of the death of a loved one. Should you wish that this prayer be said for your
loved one, please see our Congregational Leader Al Rodriguez.
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MINISTRY UPDATES
Ahava Children’s Ministry The sign up sheet for March is back in the classroom/nursery area on the wall. We are encouraging parents
of those who utilize this ministry to consider volunteering to assist once a month, or every 6 weeks. Teach-
ers and helpers can sign themselves up for dates that work for them. It will cover 2 months at a time.
Teachers will be planning their own lessons, and helpers as usual will assist the teacher. In the storage room
in the back of the sanctuary, there is a curriculum box for books and lessons, or you can use resources that
you have. We have purchased Bibles for the children to use when in Shabbat class. At times, we will be
reading the Torah Parashah during Shabbat Class (along with the rest of the Shul).
More teachers are needed. There should be a minimum of one adult in the back (18 or over) but prefer-
ably 2 adults should sign up at a time. Please talk to Dee Rodriguez if you would like to serve as a teacher
for the first time, or if you would be willing to serve as the new Shabbat School leader.
For those who sign up for Shabbat School, all messages and slides are uploaded to our website the
following week.
Davidic Dance Ministry As March approaches, we are in anticipation for many exciting things coming up! I have been working with an amazing group of 13 men who will be doing a dance on March 7
th for
Purim. They are so dedicated and are doing so very well! Ages range from 7 to 90! It has been so fun teaching and working with them. What an amazing group of men we have at Ahava. Please don’t miss this great presentation on Purim during service! On March 14
th, the dance group is planning to celebrate Purim either at Good Samaritan or Pioneer
Nursing Home. All are welcome to join us, even if it’s just to support and mingle with the residents. They were truly blessed the last time we came. We will dance, bring Hamantaschen, groggers and read a Reader’s Digest version of the story of Esther. I encourage anyone that would like to, to join us at 3 PM on March 14
th at one of the above nursing homes. More details to follow.
Beginner’s class will resume on March 14
th at 1 PM. Many of the beginners who started in January
have done so well and have truly become a part of the dance family. It is my desire that everyone who wants to dance feels welcomed and that you can find your place. I look forward to seeing new faces! May HaShem bless you in all that you do. Thank you for loving, supporting, encouraging and pray-ing for me. Love in Yeshua, Hessa
MESSIANIC 101
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PURIM
March 10th, 2020, Tuesday (Adar 14, 5780)
Special Service, Shabbat March 7th
Esther 9:22 as the days when the Jews got relief from their enemies, and as the month when their sorrow was
turned into joy and their mourning into celebration. These were to be days of feasting, celebration and sending pre-
sents of food to one another and giving gifts to the poor (TLV).
Purim is a time to commemorate the saving of the Jewish people from the wicked Haman. The story of Es-
ther, is a story of all believers. It tells us that Adonai puts us in the place where He wants us, and some-
times it is “for such a time as this” Esther 4:14 For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance will
arise for the Jews from another place - but you and your father’s house will perish. Who knows whether you have
attained royal status for such a time as this?” (TLV). Esther encourages believers that Adonai is faithful, His
love for us is sure. Romans 8:28 Now we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who
are called according to His purpose (TLV).
In addition to reading the book of Esther during Purim, there are other traditions that help mark this fes-
tive occasion.
1) Festive and Fun Filled Service
Children (and adults) are encouraged to wear costumes. Many choose to dress up
as Esther or Mordechai. Others choose to wear costumes of Haman, Vashti or King Ahasuerus . During the reading of Esther, it is a tradition to make noise, boo-
ing sounds, and stamping our feet whenever the name of “Haman” is read. When
the name of “Mordechai” is read, the crowd cheers and shouts. To increase the
noise level, gragers (noise makers) are used!
2) Gifts
During the time of Purim it is customary to give gifts of food to others. This is considered a mitzvah
(command, a good deed). A common pastry given is Hamantaschen (Haman’s Hat or Ears).
3) Charity to the Poor
To express our appreciation of Adonai’s divine deliverance and provision on Purim is customary to give
gifts to the poor, or charity (tzedakah).
4) Festive Purim Meal
It is customary to eat a joyous, festive meal consisting of a oversized
challah with raisins and of course Hamantaschen!
Purim teaches us that Adonai is faithful, His deliverance sure and our salvation
comes only from Him!!
Chag Purim Sameach!!
http://www.hebrew4christians.com/Holidays/Winter_Holidays/Purim/purim.html
Grager (noisemaker)
March 7th Tetsaveh “You shall command” Torah Portion: Exo 27:20-30:10
Haftarah: Eze 43:10-27
Brit Hadasha: Heb 13:10-17
Shabbat Zachor “Shabbat of Remembrance” Maftir: Deut 25:17-19
Haftarah: 1 Sam 15:2-34
March 9th Ta’anit Esther “Fast of Esther” Torah Portion: Exo 32:11-14, 34:1-10
Minor Fast Day from Sunrise to Sunset Haftarah: Isa 55:6-56:8
March 10th Purim “Feast of Lots” Torah Portion: Exo 17:8-16
Megillah: Book of Esther
March 11th Shushan Purim “Susa Feast of Lots” Torah Portion: Exo 17:8-16
March 14th Ki Tisa “When you elevate (the head)” Torah Portion: Exo 30:11-34:35
Haftarah: 1 Kings 18:1-39
Brit Hadasha: 1 Cor 8:4-13
Shabbat Parah “Shabbat of the Red Heifer” Maftir: Num 19:1-22
Haftarah: Eze 36:16-38
March 21st VaYakhel “And he assembled” Torah Portion: Exo 35:1-38:20
Haftarah: 1 Kings 7:13-26, 40-50
Brit Hadasha: 2 Cor 9:6-11
P’kudei “Accountings of” Torah Portion: Exo 38:21-40:38
Haftarah: 1 Kings 7:51-8:21
Brit Hadasha: 2 Cor 3:7-18
Shabbat HaChodesh “Shabbat of the New Moon” Maftir: Exo 12:1-20
Shabbat before Nisan Haftarah: Eze 45:16-46:18
March 26th Rosh Chodesh “Beginning of the month” Nisan I Num 28:1-15
March 28th VaYikra “And He called” Torah Portion: Lev 1:1-6:7
Haftarah: Isa 43:21-44:23
Brit Hadasha: Heb 10:1-18
SHABBAT PARASHAH MEANING READINGS SCRIPTURE
READINGS SCHEDULE
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MARCH 2020
ADAR / NISAN 5780 Sun / Rishon Mon / Sheni Tue / Shlishi Wed / Revi’i
Thu /
Chamishi Fri / Shishi Sat / Shabbat
1 Adar 5 2 Adar 6 3 Adar 7 4 Adar 8
Men’s Prayer
with Alliance
7am
Men’s Bible
Study 9:30 am
5 Adar 9 6 Adar 10
7 Adar 11
Tetsaveh
Hebrew Class @
9:30am
Service 10:30am Special Purim
Celebration
Beginner’s Dance
1 pm
Shabbat Zachor
8 Adar 12
9 Adar 13
Ta’anit Esther
(Fast of Esther)
10 Adar 14
Purim (Feast of
Lots)
11 Adar 15
Men’s Prayer
with Alliance
7am
Men’s Bible
Study 9:30 am Shushan Purim
(Susa Feast of Lots)
12 Adar 16
Women’s Bible
Study 10:30am
Book of Acts
13 Adar 17
14 Adar 18
Ki Tisa
Hebrew Class @
9:30am
Service 10:30am
Beginner’s
Dance 1 pm Shabbat Parah
15 Adar 19
16 Adar 20
17 Adar 21
18 Adar 22
Men’s Prayer
with Alliance
7am
Men’s Bible
Study 9:30 am
19 Adar 23
20 Adar 24
21 Adar 25
VaYakhel /
P’kudei
Hebrew Class @
9:30am
Service 10:30am
Beginner’s Dance
1 pm
Shabbat
HaChodesh
22 Adar 26
23 Adar 27
24 Adar 28
25 Adar 29
Men’s Prayer
with Alliance
7am
Men’s Bible
Study 9:30 am
26 Nisan 1
Women’s Bible
Study 10:30am
Book of Acts
Rosh Chodesh
27 Nisan 2
28 Nisan 3
VaYikra
Hebrew Class @
9:30am
Service 10:30am
Torah Service Beginner’s Dance
1 pm
29 Nisan 4
30 Nisan 5
31 Nisan 6
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Men’s Prayer
When: Wednesdays at 7:00 AM
Where: Alliance Bible Church, 2601 Iron Springs Road, Prescott, AZ
Contact: Al Rodriguez 928.443.5988
Men’s Bible Study
When: Wednesdays
Where: Alliance Bible Church, 2601 Iron Springs Road, Prescott, AZ
Downstairs
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Contact: Al Rodriguez at 928.443.5988
Women’s Bible Study
When: The 2nd & 4th Thursday (March 12th & 26th)
Where: 503 Perry Street, Prescott, AZ 86303
Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Contact: Ahava B’Shem Yeshua Office 928.443.5988
Ministries
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BOARD MEMBERS
Al Rodriguez - President
Ramona Aldridge
Karen Rossi
Troy Wade
Robin Walton
Rabbi Jack Zimmerman
CANTOR
Chelsea Walton
Phone: 928.443.5988
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.ahavabshemyeshua.com
Shabbat Service 10:30 am Saturdays Location:
Alliance Bible Church
2601 Iron Springs Road
Prescott, AZ 86305
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday 9:00am—3:00pm
Sunday Closed