Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun

Today, Rabbi Meyer Laniado joined Chief Rabbi Isaac Sacca from Buenos Aires at the Consulate General of Argentina in New York to mark the 30th anniversary of the AMIA terrorist attack. The ceremony honored the 85 individuals murdered and over 300 injured in this tragic event. Eighty-five candles were lit in memory of those who were tragically killed.

The rabbis stood in front of Marcos Acosta’s exhibit “Recovering Memory (Life Portraits),” which opened on June 6th. Commissioned by AMIA, this series of watercolors captures the lives of the victims through their last available photos, emphasizing their lives over their deaths. The exhibit is on display at the Argentinian Embassy in New York.

After the ceremony, Rabbi Laniado gave Chief Rabbi Sacca a tour of KJ, where they discussed the future of Jewish education and leadership.

We remember the victims and reaffirm our commitment to fighting antisemitism and promoting peace.

At KJ we believe in the importance of supporting our local kosher establishments. Rabbi Roy Feldman leads the charge by patronizing at 1232 Lexington, under supervision. Try out his go-to: the lean & green smoothie with peanut butter!

The Irving I. Stone Rabbinic Internship Program is an integral part of a RIETS education. Meet Gabe Silverman, Rabbinic Intern at Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun!

"I have tremendously enjoyed the opportunity to be the rabbinic intern at KJ this year. This position has given me the opportunity to experience life in the rabbinate, as well as to work on important professional skills such as public speaking and preparing shiurim. But most importantly, it has given me the privilege of being able to be marbitz Torah brabim, to teach Torah in the public sphere, and for that I am truly grateful."

Gabe is finishing his third year at RIETS. He was born and raised on the upper east side of Manhattan, attending Ramaz for fifteen years and then learning in Eretz Yisroel for a year before matriculating at Harvard University. After graduating with a degree in physics, he learned at Yeshivas Ner Yisrael in Baltimore before starting semicha at RIETS, where he has had the privilege of learning from an incredibly rich and diverse array of talmidei chochomim. Gabe enjoys exploring the outdoors through hiking or nature walks, and hockey is his favorite sport (although admittedly he is less of an avid fan than he was in his heyday).

Join us TOMORROW at 7:00 am for Yom Yerushalayim. Rabbi Lookstein leads a festive morning service in the Main Sanctuary (125 Eat 85th Street) together with the KJ Clergy - including Hallel recited with a bracha - followed by breakfast. It is the 57th Anniversary of the Six Day War which transformed the Jewish State of Israel and Jewish life all around the world. !

Chazakim B'Yachad! The KJ/Ramaz Family stand united TOGETHER with Israel.

JOIN YOUR KJ FAMILY FOR ISRAEL DAY ON 5th - SUNDAY - 11AM - 4:30 PM
This year more than ever we feel gratitude for Israel’s existence. Celebrate Israel Parade along Fifth Avenue from 62nd-74th Streets. Let’s show our pride by cheering-on our community’s marching groups, floats and bands. Am Yisrael Chai! Special family program precedes the parade at 9:30 AM at KJ.

Spring Boutique TOMORROW, MAY 21 from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Ramaz Parents Council & KJ invite you to the Annual Spring Boutique. All proceeds to “Assure for the Children” supporting orphans of the October 7 terror attacks. Lunch by Fridges Market. Ramaz Upper School, 60 East 78th Street. (https://www.assureforchildren.org/)

An important article from our member, Scott Shay

A Pop Quiz for Northwestern President Michael Schill - The Jewish Link The president of Northwestern University, Michael Schill, is scheduled to testify before Congress on May 23rd. President Schill is a distinguished scholar in addition to being head of the university. He is also a full professor in both the Pritzker School of Law and the Kellogg Graduate School of Ma...

Tekes Ma'Avar 5784 (May 13, 2024); Chazakim B'Yachad!

JOIN US THIS MONDAY (5.13) AT 7:30 PM for a very special program "Chazakim B’yachad - Tekes Ma’avar" - From Memorial to Celebration: Honoring Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut. Join us as we come together to transition from commemoration to celebration in honor of - and in solidarity with- the State of Israel. Our ceremony is a partnership between multiple neighborhood Synagogues and organizations, as our community unites with Israel. Location - 125 East 85th Street (Livestream on JBS).

JOIN US TONIGHT AT 7:30 PM for our new class series “Israel on Our Minds,
Our Minds on Israel.” Taught by Rabbi Mordechai Becher. Register at ckj.org/form/israelclass. Location - Rohr Chapel, 125 East 85th Street Details - $36 per person

More photos from our Yom Hashoah commemoration.

Join us for an enlightening NEW CLASS SERIES, "Israel on Our Minds, Our Minds on Israel," taught by Rabbi Mordechai Becher.

The timing of this series couldn't be more pertinent as we delve into the deep connections between Israel and Judaism, Israel and the Jews, and Israel and the world.

Classes begin next week, Wednesday, May 8th, at 7:30 pm at KJ.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain new insights and perspectives on Israel's place in our lives and the world. Register: https://www.ckj.org/form/israelclass

Rabbi Daniel Kraus led an enlightening session on April 7th as part of our 6th grade Bar Mitzvah program. His workshop, 'The Ten Most Important Facts Every Bar Mitzvah Boy Must Know,' provided invaluable lessons and guidance, enriching our young participants' journey into adulthood.

🌟 Don't miss our FINAL event of the 2023-2024 cohort this Sunday, May 5th! We're exploring 'Leadership through a Jewish Lens' with Rabbi Meyer Laniado.

👉 For more information or any questions, contact Rabbi Meyer Laniado.

In every generation, at every age, we prepare for Passover.

This week, Rabbi Feldman prepared for Passover with every generation.

Shabbat Shalom! For a full line-up of shabbat programming and services visit ckj.org/publications.

SHABBAT SHALOM! For a full list of our services & programming visit www.ckj.org/publications.

Renowned guest Chazan Yaakov Stark joins KJ’s Cantor Chaim Dovid Berson for a very special Shabbat HaChodesh Mevarchim Nissan!

A Taste of Purim 5784; Chazakim B'Yachad!

THIS SHABBAT AT KJ - Join us for Shabbat Tzav featuring Rabbi Dr. Jeremy Wieder, Rosh Yeshiva at the Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary. He will be speaking three times over Shabbat.

Join us THIS Thursday at 8 PM for a special presentation on "Surviving Supernova: A Conversation with Shye Weinstein" - Shye was one of the photographers of the Nova Festival. He will share a presentation which is comprised of 27 or so slides using images and videos from October Seventh going through his own personal experience on that day. *Some of the videos and photos are graphic and inappropriate for sensitive viewers.

THIS SHABBAT we celebrate 151 years of Music & Tefillah at KJ. Join us for a formal dinner and program as part of our 2nd Annual Cantorial Shabbat featuring Cantor David Berson and the Hampton Synagogue Choir. RSVP - Ckj.org/chazzanut. Sponsored in loving memory of Morris J. & Elsie Goldberg.

Join us THIS Shabbat following 9AM services for a special presentation featuring Lawrence Jones - Co-host of “Fox & Friends” - America’s highest-rated morning cable newscast on the Fox News Channel. He will speak on his recent coverage in the wake of brutal attacks on October 7th, interviewing Israeli victims of Hamas violence and family members of hostages and visiting college campuses for a firsthand look at the surging antisemitism.