Congregational Life

When do I light Shabbat candles, what’s happening this Shabbat, how can I get involved, what holidays are coming up? On this page, you will find information, announcements, and other important updates relevant to our congregation.

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Congregational News

Ahavas Israel Book Group

The next Ahavas Israel book group will be November 13, 2025, 7:00 p.m. Adam Unrehearsed, by Don Futterman – a National Jewish Book Awards Finalist It’s 1970: Adam Miller is twelve and entering seventh grade at a new school. His family recently, and with some suddenness, moved to a new part of Queens. He is preparing for … Read more

Potluck Dinner in the Sukkah, Sunday, October 12, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 12 – Join us for a Potluck Dinner in the Sukkah, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Bring a vegan or vegetarian dish or side or dessert to share, along with a crockpot or warming tray, if you have one, to keep your dish warm in the social hall. Put yourself into the mitzvah of … Read more

Cholent in the Sukkah – Saturday, October 11

Join us for a cholent (savory, long-cooked stew, beef and vegan versions) Shabbat lunch following services. For those who remember our past cholent cook-offs, we’ll be serving Becky Weiner’s award winning cholent. Contact Rabbi Krishef if you are are able to help him prepare the lunch on Friday morning, Rabbi@AhavasIsraelGR.org or 616-949-2840.

Fall Holiday Schedule, 5786 (2025)

Yom Kippur Sukkot

Movie Lovers Havurah

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!