Temple News
Community-Wide Course: Judaism for Conversion Candidates Begins August 23
Do you know someone considering conversion to Judaism? An open and engaging community-wide course: Judaism for Conversion Candidates begins August 23. Learn Hebrew and study with rabbis from the Reform, Conservative and Orthodox movements. Orientation: Thursday, August 16, 7:00 pm. Visit www.kcrabbis.org for information or contact Annette Fish, Rabbinical Association Administrator/Program Director,afprogram@aol.com or 913-327-4622. Sponsored by the Rabbinical Association and made possible by a generous grant from the Menorah Heritage Foundation.
Shabbat at the Broadway Deli
The New Reform Temple Presents
A Very Special Shabbat Experience
Join us for “Shabbat at the Broadway Deli”
Friday, August 10 at 6:00 p.m.
Uplifting Friday Night Service with Rabbi Alan Londy & Becky and Nathan Bliss
Followed by a Delicious Complementary Deli Supper at the Broadway Deli, 2101 Broadway Blvd., KCMO.
RESERVATION ARE REQUIRED – Space is limited
Call the Temple 816-523-7809 or email info@TheNewReformTemple.com to RSVP
Summer Food Drive
Jewish Family Services, in partnership with the Rabbinical Association of Greater Kansas City, has teamed up with area congregations in response to the ever-growing need for food assistance in Kansas City. Our congregation has been asked to collect donations of granola/fiber/snack bars and toilet paper during the summer month of June through August. These items will be stocked in the JFS Food pantry and will provide for more than 200 households in our community.Tom Isenberg and Carol Barnett Recipients of Prestigious Honor for Philanthropy
Tom Isenberg and Carol Barnett, long time members and leaders of The New Reform Temple and their brother, John Isenberg, were recently honored as Nonprofit Connect’s 2018 Philanthropists of the Year. Awarded to Kansas Citians who embody the spirit of giving, Tom, Carol and John have excelled in their dedication to service of our community.
They have all donated their time, leadership skills and financial resources to multiple organizations within the community – Tom to Synergy Services, Inc., Carol to Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care, and John has dedicated countless hours to Jewish Federation.
The New Reform Temple family is especially proud that Tom and Carol have dedicated so much time and love to the congregation. Both have deep roots in the history of the congregation. Tom is the current treasurer at the temple, and Carol is a past president.
The entire community thanks Tom, Carol, and John for being such wonderful models for tzedakah (giving) and gemilut chasadim (deeds of lovingkindness). May they continue their sacred work for many years to come.
Day of Discovery to Kick Off Year of Jewish Learning
The Day of Discovery is a unique opportunity for adults to discover the richness and diversity of Jewish learning available in Kansas City from Rabbis, Cantors and educators who lead sessions on a wide range of topics. Classes will be offered throughout the day on Sunday August 26 at the JCC. Registration and a continental breakfast take place from 8:45 – 9:30 a.m., study sessions begin at 9:30 and lunch will be served from 12:15 -1:05 p.m. A dessert reception with door prizes will conclude the day. Registration will begin in early August. Registration fee is $20 and includes classes, continental breakfast, kosher box lunch and dessert reception. For more information, contact Annette Fish, Administrator/Program Director, Rabbinical Association of Greater Kansas City, by email afprogram@aol.com or by phone at (913) 327-4622.
Weekly Shabbat Services, Oneg Shabbat, and Torah Study
Please join us at our weekly Friday night Shabbat Service at 6:00 PM followed by Oneg Shabbat. All are welcome to join our Weekly Torah Study with a Continental Breakfast every Saturday morning–where Rabbi Londy leads an engaging, stimulating, relevant, and fun discussion of the weekly Torah portion. Food is served at 9:00 AM, and Torah Study is held from 9:15 – 10:45 AM. All are welcome.
Contact us if you have any questions.
