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Kehilat Shalom

A Welcoming Jewish Reconstructionist Community

253 Belle Mead-Griggstown Road
Belle Mead, NJ 08502
(908) 359-0420
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Check back here and on the calendar periodically during the year for updates and new adult education programs!

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All About Reconstructionism

Sunday, March 11, 2012, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

All About Reconstructionism

A Lecture by Rabbi Susan Falk

What is Reconstructionist Judaism and how is it different from Orthodox, Conservative and Reform Judaism? Who was Mordechai Kaplan and what did he do that was considered so radical that it resulted in a new branch of Judaism? How are Reconstructionist synagogues and services different from their counterparts? Do Reconstructionist communities exist outside the U.S.? What is the role of the Jewish Reconstructionist Federation (JRF)? How can Reconstructionist synagogues like CKS better utilize the resources of the JRF? A follow-up to Rabbi Falk’s very popular talk on this topic last year, this session will inform you on everything you wanted to know about this modern Jewish movement to which Congregation Kehilat Shalom belongs.

Members – no charge, $5.00 for non-members.

Rabbi's Tisch

Friday, March 16, 2012, 6:30 PM

Rabbi’s Tisch, Topic to be determined

*The "Rabbi's Tisch" is originally a Hasidic custom involving discussion, singing, and refreshments. We will be experimenting with this format as an alternative to traditional Friday night services on certain third Fridays. This will be a potluck. Stay tuned further details and topic.

A Trip to Berlin

Saturday, December 3, 2011, 7:00 pm

A Trip to Berlin

Spend a stimulating evening with Rabbi Susan Falk to learn about the inspirational story and fascinating current situation of Jewish Berlin. Come learn about the moving history and current situation of Jewish Berlin, as well as the fascinating accounts surrounding the Cold War and the Berlin Wall. While Rabbi Falk presents numerous photos, hear the story of her Shabbat at the New Synagogue among the city’s resurgent Jewish population, and view pictures of the famous Brandenburg Gate, the Jewish Museum, the moving Holocaust Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie, and much more.
Light refreshments will be served.
Members - no charge, $10 for non-members, $5 non-member youth

Rabbi's Tisch, Discussion and Pot-Luck Dinner

Friday, November 18, 2011, 6:30 PM

Rabbi's Tisch, Discussion and Pot-Luck Dinner
The Torah of Money: Occupy Wall Street and Jewish Values

As growing numbers of protesters take to the streets across the country to protest corporate greed and other societal ills, what lessons can we learn from Jewish tradition that can help us sort through our own values on these complex issues? Come and share your views over Shabbat dinner, and learn about the Jewish take on profit, debt, business practices, and society's obligation to care for the needy.

(*The "Rabbi's Tisch" is originally a Hasidic custom involving discussion, singing, and refreshments. We will be experimenting with this format as an alternative to traditional Friday night services on certain third Fridays. Stay tuned for future dates and topics!)

RSVP to Robin in the office, 908-359-0420 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Dinner dish should be dairy or parve (no meat, please).

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