Upcoming Programs and Events
Upcoming Programs and Events
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Monday ,
NovNovember 17 , 2025Class with Yoetzet Rachel Cohen: From Garden Gates to City Walls: Journeys of Exile in Tanach
Monday, Nov 17th 8:00p
Exile is one of Tanach’s most enduring themes - but it is never the end of the story. In this three-part series, we will explore three pivotal moments of exile and return: Adam and Chava leaving Gan Eden, Yosef’s descent into Egypt, and Ezra and Nechemia leading the return from Bavel. Each story uncovers another dimension, teaching us how to carry faith through loss, forge identity through challenge, and rebuild with resilience and hope. -
Friday ,
NovNovember 21 , 2025Neshama Minyan
Friday, Nov 21st 4:35p to 5:35p
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Saturday ,
NovNovember 22 , 2025Storytime and Breakfast with Rabbi Shafner
Shabbat, Nov 22nd 9:30a to 10:30a
Join us for a light breakfast in the bayit and schmoozing! At 9:45, Rabbi Shafner will join us and read a story for the kids. Afterwards, the fun and learning will continue at Cookie Minyan and Shabbat Club. -
Sunday ,
NovNovember 23 , 2025Book Talk with Aaron Magid on his new book, "The Most American King: Abdullah of Jordan", in conversation with Ken Weinstein
Sunday, Nov 23rd 7:30p to 9:30p
Join us for a thought-provoking book talk with journalist and Middle East analyst Aaron Magid as he discusses his new book, The Most American King: Abdullah of Jordan. In this timely and deeply researched work, Magid explores the life and leadership of King Abdullah II, highlighting his unique relationship with the United States and his role in navigating the challenges of modern Middle Eastern politics. Magid will be joined by Ken Weinstein, foreign policy expert and former President and CEO of the Hudson Institute, for a wide-ranging conversation on U.S.–Jordan relations, regional stability, and the enduring legacy of the Hashemite monarchy. This is a must-attend event for anyone interested in international affairs, diplomacy, and contemporary Middle Eastern leadership. The talk will be followed by dessert and drinks in the social hall. -
Monday ,
NovNovember 24 , 2025Class with Yoetzet Rachel Cohen: From Garden Gates to City Walls: Journeys of Exile in Tanach
Monday, Nov 24th 8:00p to 9:00p
Exile is one of Tanach’s most enduring themes - but it is never the end of the story. In this three-part series, we will explore three pivotal moments of exile and return: Adam and Chava leaving Gan Eden, Yosef’s descent into Egypt, and Ezra and Nechemia leading the return from Bavel. Each story uncovers another dimension, teaching us how to carry faith through loss, forge identity through challenge, and rebuild with resilience and hope. -
Monday ,
DecDecember 8 , 2025Kesher Annual Fundraiser
Monday, Dec 8th 12:00p to Tuesday, Dec 9th 11:59p
In recent months, Kesher has received overwhelming support for our historic capital campaign. We are both proud and deeply appreciative for the generosity of our supporters, who are enabling us to develop our new building. While we are excited to see that campaign bear fruit in the not-too-distant future, we are also mindful that Kesher has both obligations and tremendous opportunities to foster our social, intellectual, and spiritual community right now. Towards that end, we are delighted to announce the beginning of our 2025 annual fundraiser and its theme: Strengthening Today as We Build for Our Future. On Monday, December 8th, we will be partnering with Charidy, an online crowdfunding platform, to raise $180,000. For just 36 hours, your gift will be quadrupled! This is your opportunity to reinforce the organization that makes Modern Orthodox Jewish life in downtown DC possible. Whatever your connection - visited for a summer internship or have been a member for life - Kesher has been at the center, bringing all of us together as one community. This is our chance to strengthen Kesher together. To provide your gift early, click here to donate directly to Kesher. For the donation type, please select “Fundraiser Fall - 2025”. We know our community can grow today even while we have an eye on the future. This is our opportunity to make it happen! Mark your calendars! From the morning of Monday, December 8, until the evening of December 9, Kesher will be partnering with Charidy, an online crowdfunding platform, to raise $180,000 for the congregation. For just 36 hours, your gift will be quadrupled! This is your opportunity to invest in the shul that makes Modern Orthodox Jewish life in downtown DC possible. Whatever your connection—an alum who visited for a summer internship or a lifetime member—Kesher has been at the center, bringing all of us together as one community. This is our chance to secure Kesher’s future together -
Friday ,
DecDecember 12 , 2025Shabbat with Rachel Cohen
Friday, Dec 12th 5:00p to Shabbat, Dec 13th 8:00p
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Friday ,
DecDecember 19 , 2025Neshama Minyan
Friday, Dec 19th 4:20p to 5:20p
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Friday ,
JanJanuary 2 , 2026Scholar in Residence Shabbat: Rabbi Francis Nataf
Friday, Jan 2nd 7:00p to Motzei Shabbat, Jan 3rd 5:00p
Please join us for a fun-filled Shabbat of learning with Scholar-in-Residence, Rabbi Francis Nataf. More information will be available as it gets closer. Rabbi Francis Nataf is a Jerusalem based thinker, writer, and educator. He is the author of the Redeeming Relevance in the Torah series and of many articles on religious thought, biblical studies, and current events and is Associate Editor of the Jewish Bible Quarterly. He is known for his independent thought and creativity that simultaneously puts him to the right and to the left of everyone he knows. Rabbi Francis Nataf is a Jerusalem based thinker, writer, and educator. He is the author of the Redeeming Relevance in the Torah series and of many articles on religious thought, biblical studies, and current events and is Associate Editor of the Jewish Bible Quarterly. He is known for his independent thought and creativity that simultaneously puts him to the right and to the left of everyone he knows.
For a full list, including daily davening times and classes please see our Calendar page.
Mon, November 17 2025
26 Cheshvan 5786
Today's Calendar
: 7:05am |
: 8:30am |
: 7:00pm |
| Class with Yoetzet Rachel Cohen: From Garden Gates to City Walls: Journeys of Exile in Tanach : 8:00pm |
Tomorrow's Calendar
: 7:15am |
: 8:30am |
: 7:00pm |
| Nosh and Learn : 7:30pm |
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Friday Night
| Candle Lighting : 4:32pm |
: 4:35pm |
: 4:35pm |
Shabbat Day
: 7:30am |
: 9:00am |
| Storytime and Breakfast with Rabbi Shafner : 9:30am |
| Cookie Minyan : 10:30am |
| Shabbat Club : 10:30am |
: 4:20pm |
| Havdalah : 5:33pm |
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