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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Dr. Joel Hoffman, Teacher, Translator, Author – Scholar in Residence Weekend, October 23-25

A pioneer of applying modern translation techniques to ancient languages, Dr. Joel M. Hoffman brings the unappreciated wisdom of ancient texts to modern audiences. Friday evening, Oct. 23 Saturday morning, October 24 Sat night, 8:00 p.m. Sunday, October 25, hosted by Temple Emanuel.

High Holiday and Fall Holiday Schedule, 5787 (2026)

Selihot movie and service, Saturday, September 5, 9:30 p.m. Field of Dreams (1989). Not much needs to be said about this movie. It’s about faith, reconciliation, reconnection, and closure, the themes of the high holydays. If you haven’t seen it, or haven’t seen it since it came out nearly 40 years ago, take this as … Read more

2026/5787 New Year’s Greetings

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

Introduction to Judaism

The next Introduction to Judaism class will begin November or December, 2026 at Congregation Ahavas Israel, 2727 Michigan St. NE, Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. It is a basic overview of Jewish history, ritual, life cycle, holidays, and thought. The cost for the class is $100 for members and supporters of the synagogue, $125 for … 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!