May 12, 2025
WE STAND WITH ISRAEL
We continue to stand with Israel and against antisemitism as we pray for peace for the entire Middle East at this critical time. Please join us in our prayers for the safe release of the hostages. We are especially encouraged by the support of many Christian churches and friends at this time of war. We are confident in God’s promises for the future (Jeremiah 31:30-36–Hebrew Tanakh).
Am Yisrael Chai!
Shalom Kehilat Ariel family and friends!
PRAYER MINYAN AND MESSIANIC JEWISH INSTITUTE—Next 4-week class starts Tue., May 13, 7pm-8:30pm: “God’s Appointed Times” where we explore the holidays given by God in the Torah. $40 per student + book fee. Prayer at 6:30pm. Also available via zoom.
50 DAYS OF MESSIANIC PRAYER—Join our international denomination in counting the Omer from Passover to Shavout with a special, meaningful prayer each week. Download your free copy of the Omer guide at umjc.org. Remember to save $1 per day for tzedakah to bless Israel and Ukraine at this time of need.
HEY SISTERS!—Join the women and daughters of Kehilat Ariel after service today at 1:15pm for a luncheon fellowship meeting. Great way to get to know your Messianic sisters.
HOUSE OF ISRAEL 74th ANNUAL LAWN PROGRAM–May 18 12-4 pm. Free event. Celebrating our culture, heritage, and beloved homeland. Bringing together community members, faith leaders, and dignitaries (KA member Carine Bassili who has been asked to sing at the event). International cottages in Balboa Park 2165 Pan American Plaza; Houseofisraelsd.org
A TRIPLE MITZVAH—Join us for a triple simcha on Shabbat, May 31 to celebrate as Daniel, Gabriel, and David Ibarra are each called to the Torah to become Bar Mitzvah. Hawaiian Oneg to follow. Shaloha and Mazel Tov!
CELEBRATING THE TORAH & RUACH—We will be commemorating the giving of the Torah at Sinai and the Ruach in Jerusalem at our Shavuot service on June 1 at 7pm here at KA. Join us at 6:30pm for a special dedication of our new Gan Hayim.
CALLING ALL KA KIDS & FRIENDS!—KA Messianic Jewish Day Camp is Tue. Jun. 17-Thu, Jun, 19 from 9am-5pm. Join us for Messianic Jewish education, fun activities, and special field trips! Contact the KA office to register 858-430-6430 or ka@kehilatariel.org. Got Chochmah?
UMJC SUMMER CONFERENCE— Join with fellow members of the UMJC at the International Conference in beautiful Boston, Mass., July 16-19! There will be dynamic speakers, fellowship events, and Messianic concerts! Special early-bird discount that expires 4/28. Visit umjc.org/events for more info.
DO YOU HAVE JEWISH RESOURCES? –We have a new shipment of the Budoff Messianic Siddur as well as Dr. Stern’s (z”l) Nuevo Testamento en Español in the Mayim Hayim Resource Center. Talk to a Shamash/leader for assistance.
MAYIM HAYIM RESOURCE CENTER—Check out our Resource Center for Messianic Jewish books for purchase or Library books for borrow (for members) or to read in our library (for non-members) including Rabbi Barney Kasdan’s commentaries. Contact the office to visit during the week or talk to KA leadership to buy a book after service.
There are many good opportunities to connect personally and we will be looking for you.
Shalu Shalom Yerushalayim b’Mashiach / Pray for the peace of Jerusalem in Yeshua!
May 12, 2025
WE STAND WITH ISRAEL
We continue to stand with Israel and against antisemitism as we pray for peace for the entire Middle East at this critical time. Please join us in our prayers for the safe release of the hostages. We are especially encouraged by the support of many Christian churches and friends at this time of war. We are confident in God’s promises for the future (Jeremiah 31:30-36–Hebrew Tanakh).
Am Yisrael Chai!
Shalom Kehilat Ariel family and friends!
PRAYER MINYAN AND MESSIANIC JEWISH INSTITUTE—Next 4-week class starts Tue., May 13, 7pm-8:30pm: “God’s Appointed Times” where we explore the holidays given by God in the Torah. $40 per student + book fee. Prayer at 6:30pm. Also available via zoom.
50 DAYS OF MESSIANIC PRAYER—Join our international denomination in counting the Omer from Passover to Shavout with a special, meaningful prayer each week. Download your free copy of the Omer guide at umjc.org. Remember to save $1 per day for tzedakah to bless Israel and Ukraine at this time of need.
HEY SISTERS!—Join the women and daughters of Kehilat Ariel after service today at 1:15pm for a luncheon fellowship meeting. Great way to get to know your Messianic sisters.
HOUSE OF ISRAEL 74th ANNUAL LAWN PROGRAM–May 18 12-4 pm. Free event. Celebrating our culture, heritage, and beloved homeland. Bringing together community members, faith leaders, and dignitaries (KA member Carine Bassili who has been asked to sing at the event). International cottages in Balboa Park 2165 Pan American Plaza; Houseofisraelsd.org
A TRIPLE MITZVAH—Join us for a triple simcha on Shabbat, May 31 to celebrate as Daniel, Gabriel, and David Ibarra are each called to the Torah to become Bar Mitzvah. Hawaiian Oneg to follow. Shaloha and Mazel Tov!
CELEBRATING THE TORAH & RUACH—We will be commemorating the giving of the Torah at Sinai and the Ruach in Jerusalem at our Shavuot service on June 1 at 7pm here at KA. Join us at 6:30pm for a special dedication of our new Gan Hayim.
CALLING ALL KA KIDS & FRIENDS!—KA Messianic Jewish Day Camp is Tue. Jun. 17-Thu, Jun, 19 from 9am-5pm. Join us for Messianic Jewish education, fun activities, and special field trips! Contact the KA office to register 858-430-6430 or ka@kehilatariel.org. Got Chochmah?
UMJC SUMMER CONFERENCE— Join with fellow members of the UMJC at the International Conference in beautiful Boston, Mass., July 16-19! There will be dynamic speakers, fellowship events, and Messianic concerts! Special early-bird discount that expires 4/28. Visit umjc.org/events for more info.
DO YOU HAVE JEWISH RESOURCES? –We have a new shipment of the Budoff Messianic Siddur as well as Dr. Stern’s (z”l) Nuevo Testamento en Español in the Mayim Hayim Resource Center. Talk to a Shamash/leader for assistance.
MAYIM HAYIM RESOURCE CENTER—Check out our Resource Center for Messianic Jewish books for purchase or Library books for borrow (for members) or to read in our library (for non-members) including Rabbi Barney Kasdan’s commentaries. Contact the office to visit during the week or talk to KA leadership to buy a book after service.
There are many good opportunities to connect personally and we will be looking for you.
Shalu Shalom Yerushalayim b’Mashiach / Pray for the peace of Jerusalem in Yeshua!
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KEHILAT ARIEL MESSIANIC SYNAGOGUE
Baruchim Habaim! Welcome to Kehilat Ariel! Our congregation was planted in November 1981, by our Rabbi Barney Kasdan and his wife Liz with 17 people attending the first Shabbat service. The vision from day-one was to have a synagogue for followers of the Jewish Yeshua/Jesus. Today we have a membership of over 110 families consisting of Jews from various backgrounds (orthodox to secular) as well as non-Jews and intermarried families. Kehilat Ariel is a community where Jewish followers of Yeshua can enjoy their faith within their God-given heritage and non-Jews can learn more about the Jewish roots of their own faith in Yeshua. Together we continue to grow in our personal relationship with God as well as the connection with one another as a vibrant Messianic Jewish community in San Diego, California.
Kehilat Ariel exists to enrich the lives of our congregants by creating meaningful and inspiring Jewish moments that resonate with individuals and families through the generations. For us, the central focus for this is our personal relationship with God through His Mashiach.
Today we have a several weekly services at our beautiful new property in the Clairemont suburb of San Diego. Everyone is welcome no matter what background you may be from (Jew or Gentile, believer or simply curious). You are cordially invited to attend one of our events and we look forward to meeting you and your family soon!
KEHILAT ARIEL MESSIANIC SYNAGOGUE
Baruchim Habaim! Welcome to Kehilat Ariel! Our congregation was planted in November 1981, by our Rabbi Barney Kasdan and his wife Liz with 17 people attending the first Shabbat service. The vision from day-one was to have a synagogue for followers of the Jewish Yeshua/Jesus. Today we have a membership of over 110 families consisting of Jews from various backgrounds (orthodox to secular) as well as non-Jews and intermarried families. Kehilat Ariel is a community where Jewish followers of Yeshua can enjoy their faith within their God-given heritage and non-Jews can learn more about the Jewish roots of their own faith in Yeshua. Together we continue to grow in our personal relationship with God as well as the connection with one another as a vibrant Messianic Jewish community in San Diego, California.
Kehilat Ariel exists to enrich the lives of our congregants by creating meaningful and inspiring Jewish moments that resonate with individuals and families through the generations. For us, the central focus for this is our personal relationship with God through His Mashiach.
Today we have a several weekly services at our beautiful new property in the Clairemont suburb of San Diego. Everyone is welcome no matter what background you may be from (Jew or Gentile, believer or simply curious). You are cordially invited to attend one of our events and we look forward to meeting you and your family soon!
We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his
love. “God is love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in
them.” 1 Yochanan/IJohn 4:16
We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his
love. “God is love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in
them.” 1 Yochanan/IJohn 4:16