RabbiKrishef

Guide to Passover

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The 5786 Rabbinical Assembly Guide to Passover has undergone a complete makeover! You’ll find a new introduction, updated directions on kashering with an expanded list of kitchen items, and the sections on which foods can or cannot be consumed, or purchased has also gone through revisions that will hopefully bring more options and increased clarity. You … Read more

Ahavas Israel Book Group

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Ahavas Israel Book Group February 12, 2026, 7:00 p.m. Stranger in the Desert: A Family Story, by Jordan Salama Each of us has a family story that we believe defines us. But sometimes what we consider a powerful story turns out to be more myth than reality. This is the conundrum that Jordan Salama confronts as he shares his … Read more

Shabbat Dinner – February 20

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Join us for our next Kabbalat Shabbat service and Congregational Shabbat dinner, February 20, 6:00 p.m. Cost: $25 per adult (13 and older) paid by check or cash; paid by Venmo $27$12.50 ages 4 – 12 paid by cash or check; paid by Venmo $13.50No charge for ages 3 and under $75 maximum per family if … Read more

Eat and Pray and Eat!

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Ice Cream for breakfast & deli for lunch! – Saturday, February 7 Come to Ahavas Israel for ice cream and toppings on February 7 at 9:15 a.m. to celebrate National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day. We’ll have a slightly abbreviated service beginning at 10:00 a.m., followed by a deli lunch at about noon. We’ll have vegan deli slices by request. … Read more

Junior Congregation – February 7

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Our monthly Junior Congregation service will take place on February 7, 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. Come early (before 10:00) for ice cream, and stay for the congregation lunch following services. Singing, snacks, and friends (for children and parents)! Bring a stuffed plushie to sit with as Barukh Hales leads the service and shares a Torah story or lesson. At least one parent is … Read more

Introduction to Judaism

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The Introduction to Judaism class will be held in person at Congregation Ahavas Israel, 2727 Michigan St. NE, Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m., beginning in December, 2025. It is a basic overview of Jewish history, ritual, life cycle, holidays, and thought. If you cannot come in person, you may join by zoom here. The cost … Read more

Torah Study

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Torah study, beginning Sunday, November 2, 2025, 10:15 – 11:00. Every Sunday that the United Jewish School meets, Rabbi Krishef will lead a Torah study group at Temple Emanuel. Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced, those with Hebrew skills and those without are all welcome. We’ll focus on Parashat Hashavua, the weekly Torah portion, along with the commentary … Read more

New Year’s Greetings

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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