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
Family Friendly Shabbat Dinner
Friday, February 9, 2024, 6:00 p.m. at Congregation Ahavas Israel 6:00 – Welcome Shabbat with a Kabbalat Shabbat service6:45 – Enjoy a traditional Shabbat dinner. Please Join us for a Family Friendly Shabbat Dinner Cost: $25 per adult (13 and older) paid by check or cash, paid by Venmo $27; $12.50 ages 4 – 12 paid … Read more
Happy Hanukkah 2025
New Year’s Day Brunch Please join us at 11:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day, 2025, for a delicious Brunch and Latkes in the Social Hall. This is a family friendly event and we will have a fun craft for kids. There is no cost to attend, but please RSVP to Shay Kovacs at shay.krick@gmail.com or … Read more
Pray-Gather-Learn-Eat!
Saturday, January 18, 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.
Documentary – Screams Before Silence
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
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! No discussion for NovemberDecember 3rd: My … Read more
Reflections on the Psalms
With gratitude to the Holy One of Blessing, I am excited to announcing the publication of Reflections on the Psalms, for sale on Amazon.
Spiritual Checkup
Make sure your spiritual life is in good health. Call or email Rabbi Krishef to schedule yours.
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