Announcements for November 7, 2026
Shabbat Chayei Sarah – 27 Cheshvan 5787
B’reisheet / Genesis 23:1-25:18
Malakhim Alef/ 1 Kings 1:1-31
John 4:3-14
PRAYER MINYAN AND MESSIANIC JEWISH INSTITUTE— New 7-week class started Tue. Nov. 3, “Maimonides 13 Principles of the Jewish Faith.” This class will explore how these ancient principles compare to Messianic Judaism. Taught by Rabbi Kasdan, $60 fee. Meet at KA or contact our office for the zoom link.
LAURIE HERLICKMAN MEMORIAL SERVICE—We will be celebrating the life of this beloved KA member on Sat. Nov. 14 at 2pm at the synagogue. Please talk to Mike or Ruthie Hammer if you have a memory to share. בד״ה
KA ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WITH DR. RICHARD LEDERER—Join us on November 21 at 6pm to celebrate KA’s 45th Anniversary Fundraiser, “Just for the pun of it!” We will be joined by Dr. Richard Lederer, an author, speaker, linguist, and comedian. There is also a silent auction, including a chance to have dinner with Dr. Lederer! Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased on the patio after service or through our website’s “Give” page. Support your local shul!
UMJC ISRAEL STUDY & MITZVAH TOUR—The Union and KA are visiting Eretz Yisrael in March 2027! If you want to join the UMJC as we visit friends and family in our ancient homeland, ask the office for the email from the Union that has the links to sign up along with the itinerary. Led by our Rabbi Barney Kasdan. Go to umjc.org for more details.
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. We have a shipment of the Budoff Messianic Siddur as well as Dr. Stern’s Nuevo Testamento en Español. Contact the office to visit during the week or talk to KA leadership on how you can purchase materials.
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There are many good opportunities to connect personally and we will be looking for you. Bring the family and feel free to invite a friend. Also, a word of thanks to those who have financially supported our Messianic Jewish ministry. There is a “Give” link on our website.