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SHABBAT SHALOM!
February 3rd – 4th • 12th Shevat
Parsha Beshalach
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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD
5:29 pm ... Candle Lighting
for at home observance in Salt Lake City
5:30 pm ... Tot Shabbat
in-person only
6:30 pm ... Shabbat Shirah Service featuring 20 cellists
and duets with Cantors Brown-Levy and Loeb
with Mishkan T'filah • Join via livestream
Following the service, join us for Dinner At The Shul
$10 per adult, $5 per child ages 3–12 • RSVP for dinner
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH
9:30 am ... Shabbat Morning Service
with Siddur Lev Shalem • Join via livestream
Please join us as we acknowledge Jim & Robyn Isaacson for their generous donation to support the repair of the Kol Ami Torah scrolls and to celebrate our Peer Mentors as they participate in our Torah Service and chant Torah.
6:22 pm ... Havdalah
for at home observance in Salt Lake City
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We encourage you to join us for in-person Shabbat services. Please keep in mind that a minyan is required during the Shacharit and Torah services. Thank you for being prompt!
Service Reminder: Please do not use cell phones or other electronics in the sanctuary.
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Learn more about our Sunday, Monday, and Thursday Minyanim.
See this week's Yahrzeits and make a donation in their memory.
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Join us for a night of vibrant music—including an ensemble of 20 cellists, our own Kol Ami Band and Choir, and duets with Cantors Brown-Levy and Loeb.
You must RSVP in advance for dinner ($10 per adult / $5 per child).
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Registration closes at 12:00 pm on Thursday, February 2nd | |
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JEWISH SUMMER CAMP SCHOLARSHIP
Children who attend Jewish summer camps are considerably more likely to retain a strong Jewish identity and affiliation than children who do not. Kol Ami has a scholarship program, needs-based and for first time campers, supported by the Kol Ami Trust and the Kol Ami General Fund to help to send our children to approved Jewish overnight camps. This program is available to children up through those currently in 11th grade.
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Join Kol Ami for a fun night for all ages celebrating Tu B’Shevat—the Jewish New Year for the Trees! Come enjoy a seder with wine, dried fruit, nuts, and a light dinner. You must RSVP in advance! | | Registration closes at 12:00 pm on Thursday, February 2nd | |
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HAMANTASCHEN BAKING
Wednesday, February 1st • 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Wednesday, February 8th • 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Sunday, February 12th • 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
We are looking for volunteers to come help bake hamantaschen for Purim! Please reach out to Galit Livne or Tamara Kipper with any questions or to let us know you will be volunteering.
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Friday, February 3rd
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Join Rabbi Sam Spector and Cantor Sharon Brown-Levy in the sanctuary for a personal, half-hour service of Shabbat songs and stories! This program is for our younger children (typically age 7 and under) and their families. It is a great way for engaging your child in the traditions and meaning of Shabbat.
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For February we will be having a book reading and signing with author and Kol Ami Member, Debra Birdwell Winkler for her new book, "Cycle of Coincidence." Learn more. | |
JOIN OUR CAST OF "SCHMALTZ"! | Rehearsals take place on Sunday afternoons and run throughout the month of February for "Schmaltz," our Purim musical parody of Grease. Please contact the Cantor for details if you’d like to participate! | |
After the service you are invited to stay for a catered, community Shabbat dinner ($18 per adult, $12 per child ages 3–12, or $50 per family). You must RSVP in advance. | |
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE
BAT MITZVAH OF MATHILDA STARR
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WE ARE LOOKING FOR OFFICE VOLUNTEERS! | We are in need of volunteers in the office on Mondays and Fridays, anytime between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm. Please contact Lisa Kaufman, Office and Membership Director, if you can help! | |
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SHARE YOUR MEMORIES TO CELEBRATE
50 YEARS OF KOL AMI!
We are looking for photos, newspaper clippings, and other memorabilia to digitize and preserve. If you have any photos, scrapbooks, or other items you would like to share, please send them to Galit Livne, Program & Engagement Coordinator.
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ADULT TEFILAH/PRAYER LEADING SKILLS COURSE | |
Sundays • 10:00 am – 10:45 am
in-person or via Zoom
Join Cantor Sharon Brown-Levy for the opportunity to work on Tefilah/prayer selections from Shabbat, weekday, and festivals. This course is free and open to all members of Kol Ami.
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Join Rabbi Fred Wenger and Faye Lincoln every Sunday to study, "Evolution of Judaism in the Diaspora—Growth of Jewish Thought and Origins of Anti-Semitism." This program explores the impact of history on Jewish thought and resiliency in the diaspora during the Middle Ages and in the Islamic world. We will study the origins of Anti-Semitism in Christian Europe. | |
Zoom Meeting ID: 827 8509 8873 / Passcode: 520589 | |
HELP KOL AMI SUPPORT REFUGEES ARRIVING IN UTAH | Many Jewish community members remember hearing the stories from our immigrant grandparents or great grandparents about how hard it was for them when they arrived. Today, Jewish agencies like HIAS and congregations across the country are helping support new immigrants to the United States. | |
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Join us for a Camp Fair on
Sunday, February 5th at 12:00 pm!
Come walk around the Social Hall and visit with several Jewish Camps throughout the United States. Children who attend Jewish summer camps are considerably more likely to retain a strong Jewish identity and affiliation than children who do not. Did you know that Kol Ami has a camp scholarship program? Learn more and apply here.
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Register returning students • Register new students
Questions? Contact Tamara Kipper, Bunk Fox Director of the Rafi Schwartz Religious School.
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The Rafi Schwartz Religious School appreciates the support of
The United Jewish Federation of Utah, The Sarah Cowan Fund, and The Bunk Fox Educational Scholarship Fund
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TAKE PART IN THE FREIDA SWEITZER MOBILE FOOD PANTRY | In partnership with the Utah Food Bank, this year Congregation Kol Ami is in need of volunteers at two locations, West Valley Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School. Volunteers will help unload the truck, bag the food, and distribute the bags. | |
COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES | | |
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Help support Congregation Kol Ami by making purchases through AmazonSmile.The AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price of eligible products to the charitable organization of your choice. Every donation helps Kol Ami to achieve it's mission. Thank you for your support!
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Congregation Kol Ami is grateful to the Kol Ami Trust, the Sarah Cowan Fund, the Bunk Fox Lifelong Learning Fund, the United Jewish Federation of Utah, Entrata, Zions Bank, and all of our donors for their support. | | | | |
