Please come celebrate Shabbat with us on Friday, November 15 with an elegant, three course meal with good wine, catered by Marla Tulett, with a pescatarian or vegan option. Kabbalat Shabbat will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by Shabbat dinner. The cost will be $40/person online, $36 cash/check. Children 13 and under are $20/person, $18 … Read more
Have you ever wondered how Judaism, Thanksgiving, and family values intersect in our culturaland religious lives? Judaism is centered on the belief in one God and following the teachings found in the Torah.Jewish traditions and values emphasize community, education, and ethical living. Key practicesinclude observing the Sabbath, dietary laws, and celebrating holidays like Passover, RoshHashanah, … Read more
Saturday, November 23, following services Join Ahavas Israel for the next congregational Shabbat lunch following services. Contact Rabbi Krishef if you are able to help him prepare the lunch on Friday morning, Rabbi@ahavasisraelgr.org or 616-949-2840.
Tuesday, December 10th, 6:30 p.m. at Ahavas Please join us at Ahavas Israel on Tuesday, December 10, 6:30 p.m., for a screening and conversation about Screams Before Silence a documentary which sheds light on the multitude of sexual atrocities committed by Hamas terrorists during the attacks on Israel on October 7, 2023. It captures first-person … Read more
The Movie Lovers Havurah gathers on Zoom monthly to discuss whichever movie the group has selected. We’ve had lively discussions from November 2021 on. To join us, contact Diane Rayor at rayord@gmail.com for the link, movie of the month, and the list of past selections. Join in the fun! No discussion for NovemberDecember 3rd: My … Read more
WELCOME Our Security Procedure is as follows: *Please leave backpacks and large bags in your car (diaper bags and tallit bags are the exception but may be inspected if we don’t know you). *A Security Metal-Detecting Wand is in use. *You may be asked to show ID and have your photograph taken with it. Thank … Read more
Dear Congregation, As we approach the High Holidays, a time of reflection, renewal, and celebration, I wanted to take amoment to share my heartfelt thoughts with you. The High Holidays invite us to look inward, to seekforgiveness, and to renew our commitment to our values and our community. And for many of us ourthoughts may … Read more
Pray-Gather-Learn-Eat!
Saturday, September 21 following services
Dear Congregation, As the summer of 2024, with its humidity, slowly gives way to a more comfortable air mass, slightly fewer hours of daylight and a not-yet-visible suggestion in the trees that leaves are about to discolor and drop, there is no mistaking what time it is on the Jewish calendar. But it needn’t be … Read more
Keep up to date with Congregation Ahavas Israel’s High Holidays Schedule for AM 5785 (fall 2024), from Kever Avot to Yom Kippur.