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Upcoming Programs and Events

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  • Sunday ,
    NovNovember  16 , 2025
    Rabbi Sacks Day of Learning
    Sunday, Nov 16th 5:30p to 7:30p
    Join us for a learning event at Kesher Israel Congregation in memory of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, as part of The Rabbi Sacks Global Day of Learning, on 16 Nov, 2025 at 5:30pm in the social hall. The 5th yarhzeit of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks זצ׳׳ל will be on 11 November 2025 (20 Cheshvan 5786). To mark this, The Rabbi Sacks Legacy Trust is inviting communities from around the world to come together to remember the impact Rabbi Sacks made on the Jewish world and beyond, and to learn and teach some of his Torah. Whether you are very familiar with Rabbi Sacks' teachings or not as much, you are welcome to come and engage with the discussions about the Torah concepts he made so accessible and applicable to our 21st century world. Please contact Winston Ashley at awinley@gmail.com with any questions you may have. For more information on The Rabbi Sacks Global Day of Learning: https://rabbisacks.org/global-day-of-learning-2025/
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  • Monday ,
    NovNovember  17 , 2025
    Class 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.

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  • Friday ,
    NovNovember  21 , 2025
     
     
    Neshama Minyan
    Friday, Nov 21st 4:35p to 5:35p

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  • Saturday ,
    NovNovember  22 , 2025
    Storytime 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.
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  • Sunday ,
    NovNovember  23 , 2025
    Book 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.

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  • Monday ,
    NovNovember  24 , 2025
    Class 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.

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  • Monday ,
    DecDecember  8 , 2025
    Kesher 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

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  • Friday ,
    DecDecember  12 , 2025
    Shabbat with Rachel Cohen
    Friday, Dec 12th 5:00p to Shabbat, Dec 13th 8:00p

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  • Friday ,
    DecDecember  19 , 2025
     
     
    Neshama Minyan
    Friday, Dec 19th 4:20p to 5:20p

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  • Friday ,
    JanJanuary  2 , 2026
    Scholar 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.

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Sat, November 15 2025 24 Cheshvan 5786