Mekhirat Hametz, Selling Hametz

APPOINTMENT OF AGENT FOR MEKHIRAT HAMETZ (SELLING LEAVENED PRODUCTS) You can download and print this form here. NOTE:  If possible, all hametz — foods not acceptable during Pesah, or materials containing such unacceptable food — should be destroyed or given away before the holiday begins. Should this be impossible, the hametz may be stored in … Read more

New Year’s Greetings

It is an annual tradition…just like the holidays themselves. For many years, Congregation Ahavas Israel has designed and delivered L’Shana Tova greeting cards as a fundraiser. This fundraising project makes it easy for you to send your best wishes for a sweet new year to every member of the congregation. For as little as $15 … Read more

Tu Bishvat Seder

Rabbi Krishef, Rabbi Schadick, and Cantor Fair invite you to join Temple Emanuel and Ahavas Israel for a Tu Bishvat Seder on Wednesday, January 24, 6:00, at Ahavas Israel. Join us for a Seder and a light dinner as we celebrate the new year for trees. Cost: $10/person for adults and children 12 and over, … Read more

Cantor/Educator, March 2023

Dear United Jewish School Family,  Last month, students in the United Jewish School did all sorts of fun activities to teach them about honoring Tu Bishvat – the birthday for the trees!   In the 7th Grade, they looked at a text study about “shmita.” They studied in-depth the Torah portion of “B’shalach” — the Torah … Read more

Pray-Gather-Learn-Eat!

Shabbat lunch, Saturday, May 20, following services Enjoy a light Shabbat lunch following services. Contact Rabbi Krishef if you are are able to help him prepare the lunch, either on Thursday evening or Friday, Rabbi@AhavasIsraelGR.org or 616-949-2840. Mark the following summer dates on your calendar for future lunches: June 17, July 15, August 12.