This year our High Holy Days theme is “Tikvah" (hope). In these uncertain times, we chose the theme of Tikvah – hope – for our High Holy Days because it is a fundamental pillar of our Jewish tradition, reminding us that even amidst darkness, the light of possibility and a better tomorrow always endures. Hope is not passive longing, but an active force that empowers us to envision and work towards a more just and compassionate world, fulfilling our covenantal obligation to repair what is broken. By embracing Tikvah, we reaffirm our faith in humanity's potential for good and our enduring belief in a future shaped by peace, understanding, and redemption.
Member Ticket Information
Members in Good Standing: If you have renewed and are current with your payments, your tickets will be free. As a member, you will also have an opportunity to purchase guest tickets for extended family and friends. In either case, please complete this form by Monday, September 15, 2025, to let us know when you will be attending.
Non-Member Ticket Information
If you do not belong to Kol Ami, now is the time to join our warm and inclusive congregation! We invite your ongoing support of our sacred community. If you only want access to our High Holy Days services, you can purchase in-person tickets through Monday, September 15, 2025. Your name will be on our registration lists for the in-person services you register to attend. Kol Ami is a welcoming commun- ity. If you require assistance to be able to attend, please contact our office at 323.606.0996.
Prayer Books/Machzorim
Our congregation uses the Reform Movement machzor Mishkan HaNefesh, which is a two-volume set, gold for Rosh Hashanah and silver for Yom Kippur. If you do not own these prayer books, you may 1) purchase a set from Kol Ami (for $50 while supplies last; first come, first served) OR 2) order a set online either in hardcover or for your Kindle reader at ccarpress.org. Email membership@kol-ami.org with your order by 5:00 PM on Monday, September 15, 2025, and you will be able to pick up your machzorim in person.
Yizkor Scroll of Memory
We will be preparing a Yizkor Scroll of Memory for Yom Kippur. This is an opportunity for you to memorialize beloved family and friends who have died. Each individual name entry is a $54 minimum contribution. A full-slide memorial is available for $172 which includes one digital photo. Additional photos can be added for $72 per photo. We are able to add your loved one(s) to the Scroll if you complete and submit the form by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
High Holy Days Sponsorship Opportunities
If you would like to sponsor our High Holy Days services, sponsorships are available. From flowers to music, there are lots of opportunities to sponsor an aspect of our High Holy Days. We are able to acknowledge at services sponsorships received by Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
Break The Fast
Congregation Kol Ami's 3rd Annual Community Break the Fast! Thursday, October 2, 2025 following Yom Kippur Neilah Service.
High Holy Days Clergy and Leadership
Get to know the clergy and leadership that will support Rabbi Lindy Reznick these High Holy Days:
Cantor Emeritus Mark SalzmanCantor Emeritus Mark Saltzman was an inspiring presence during his 18 years at Kol Ami. Trained as a classical singer, but comfortable in a variety of styles and periods, Mark created a warm and inclusive atmosphere. Whether he’s chanting traditional prayers or leading a service of the most recent contemporary Jewish music, he is known for his beautiful singing and heart-filled interpretations.
Adina HenryAdina Henry is a longtime Cantorial Soloist and Jewish (and secular) educator. From a multi-generational line of Clergy and teachers in the Reform movement, Adina performs both traditional hazzanut and contemporary compositions of Jewish music, including camp-style song leading. She can often be found in classrooms or on the bima at various Los Angeles synagogues, singing songs and encouraging everyone to join in.
Alin Melik-AdamyanA prize-winning collaborative artist, soloist, recitalist, and chamber musician, Dr. Alin Melik-Adamyan is the Music Director of American Contemporary Ballet in Los Angeles. Dr. Melik-Adamyan has performed with the Los Angeles Master Chorale in Walt Disney Concert Hall, with LA Phil Concertmaster Martin Chalifour, LA Phil Principal Clarinet Boris Allakhverdyan, and many others. Her collaborative work has given her the opportunity to work with world-renowned musicians including Ralph Kirshbaum, Pamela Frank, Jeffrey Kahane, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Charles Wuorinen.
Thu, August 28 2025 4 Elul 5785
