This coming Memorial Day weekend, we gather on Friday, May 23, at 6:45 PM to make Shabbos together with blessings and a little Torah. Please join us on Zoom. Kol Ami Events Book Club Kol Ami’s book club meets on Sunday, June 8at 2 PM in the small meeting room at the Plaza Branch of the KC Public Library. We will discuss:Seven Brief Lessons on Physicsby Carlo Rovelli. Email haleycferguson@gmail.com for more information.
Mah Jongg Club Kol Ami's Mah Jongg Club meets two Monday evenings a month at 7 PM. Email office@kolamikc.org for information.
We Wish Mi Shebeirach
A Complete Healing of Mind, Body and Spirit to:
Robert Clinton Kenneth Dantzler Renée Dietchman Liz Garrison Megan Garrison Rabbi Steve Golden Sally Gottstein Yale Krugman Carol Ann Parker Steve Sackin Micha ben Sarah Melvin Michael Slater Tzipporah mibet Avraham v’Sarah
If you would like a name to continue to be listed or if you have a new name to include, please send an email to healing@kolamikc.org.
Many of us seem to be struggling right now to balance challenges on the one hand -- our fearfulness with regard to the state of the world, and our country in it; how we can get involved to change things for the better -- with meeting immediate needs on the other -- allowing ourselves self-care, even moments of joy and celebration.
With a spoiler alert, I don’t have an answer or a tried and true approach to finding that balance. I absolutely face this challenge for myself...Read more.
This Week's Torah Portion Parashat Behar-Bechukotai
(Vayikra/Leviticus 25:1 - 27:34)
We are doubling up again on our Torah portions, one of the seven times we do so when there is no extra month-Jewish leap year. This week, we read of the blessings received when we faithfully follow the mtizvot, our commandments, and the curses we suffer when we disobey, we are spurred to discuss whether or how our actions impact G-d’s realm. Or, what are the natural and logical consequences of our behavior and how we treat others in our communities, and in our world.
Community Event: Pride Shabbat
Join us on June 6 at All Souls for a vibrant and welcoming Pride Shabbat Service as we celebrate the intersection of Jewish and LGBTQ+ identities. This special evening will include traditional Shabbat prayers, spirited music, and reflections that honor the beauty of diversity and the power of community. All are welcome—come as you are and experience a joyful, inclusive space.
5-6 PM: Kids' activities & light nosh
6-7 PM: Shabbat service
7-8:30 PM: Dinner
Dinner is $10 per person. Vaad Supervised Kosher buffet to be provided by Kim's Kreations. Contact Megan Pener via email or 913-327-8163 for financial assistance or questions.
Looking to connect more meaningfully with others in the Jewish community? We’re excited to invite you to Better Together: A Jewish KC Conversation Project—a pilot initiative of Menorah Heritage Foundation designed to foster connection through open, respectful dialogue. Please Join Us!
We’re partnering with Congregation Kol Ami to form a new conversation group, with a kickoff session at 11:30 AM on Tuesday, June 10. By participating, you’ll build skills for thoughtful dialogue and help strengthen a more connected, compassionate Jewish KC.
Let us know if you’d like to join—we’d love to have you! Register now or RSVP via email: conversations@jcfkc.org.
Our mailing address is: Congregation Kol Ami 4501 Walnut Street ℅ All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church Kansas City, MO 64111
