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.
Congregational News
Wrestling with Questions
Sunday, July 30 at 7:00 p.m.
Jim and Sheryl Siegel, 2107 Robinson Road SE
If you are a regular attendee at a Shabbat service, what compels you to do so? Is it a sense of responsibility to God, attachment to a tradition, or search for a community?
Jim and Sheryl Siegel, 2107 Robinson Road SE
If you are a regular attendee at a Shabbat service, what compels you to do so? Is it a sense of responsibility to God, attachment to a tradition, or search for a community?
Ahavas Israel’s Book Group – August
Thursday, August 10
“The Best Place on Earth,” by Ayelet Tsabar
2015 Sami Rohr Prize winner Ayelet Tsabari deftly applies the influences of her American short story contemporaries to a collection of narratives from that other country of immigrants.
“The Best Place on Earth,” by Ayelet Tsabar
2015 Sami Rohr Prize winner Ayelet Tsabari deftly applies the influences of her American short story contemporaries to a collection of narratives from that other country of immigrants.
Be a Mitzvah-Cook!
We’re gathering on July 16 at 11:00 a.m. to prepare meals to freeze and deliver to individuals or families in need, who have been ill, have had a child, have experienced a loss, etc. Contact Rabbi Krishef to be a part of the mitzvah crew, Rabbi@AhavasIsraelGR.org or 616-949-2840.
Pray-Gather-Learn-Eat
Saturdays June 17, July 15 and August 12 following services.
Congregation Ahavas Israel
Enjoy a light Shabbat lunch. Contact Rabbi Krishef if you are able to help him prepare the lunch.
Congregation Ahavas Israel
Enjoy a light Shabbat lunch. Contact Rabbi Krishef if you are able to help him prepare the lunch.
From the President
As we look forward to warm summer days, I’m reminded that our biggest fundraiser of the year has just kicked off. That is the Cadillac of Raffles. I strongly encourage everyone to purchase a minimum of one ticket. If a ticket has not been sent to you, don’t worry, you can still get in on … Read more
Save the Date: Cadillac of Raffles and Annual Meeting
Sunday, June 25 at 4:00 p.m.
Congregation Ahavas Israel
Come for the ice cream social and raffle and stay for our Annual Meeting!
Congregation Ahavas Israel
Come for the ice cream social and raffle and stay for our Annual Meeting!
Eat-Schmooze!
Mondays, June 13 and July 10 at 6:00 p.m.
Congregation Ahavas Israel
Join Rabbi Krishef for dinner, conversation and learning. Menus to be announced.
Congregation Ahavas Israel
Join Rabbi Krishef for dinner, conversation and learning. Menus to be announced.
Ahavas Israel’s Book Group – May
Thursday, May 18 at 7:00 p.m.
Join by Zoom
“Beneath a Scarlet Sky,” by Mark T. Sullivan
Join by Zoom
“Beneath a Scarlet Sky,” by Mark T. Sullivan
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.
Spiritual Checkup
Make sure your spiritual life is in good health. Call or email Rabbi Krishef to schedule yours.