Newsletter

THIS FRIDAY!
HIAS Refugee Shabbat
March 5, 2021 at 6:30 PM
Congregation Kol Ami is a proud participant in HIAS’ Refugee Shabbat, during which Jews in the United States and around the world will take action for refugees and asylum seekers. Kol Ami Member Jess Winfield, member of our Tzedek Council, will give the dvar torah in his capacity as co chair of JCARI-LA   
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THIS SUNDAY!
Remember, Do Not Forget!
Memory, Aging & Dementia

in Jewish Life
March 7 at 4:00 PM

Author, dynamic speaker and activist Rabbi Douglas Kohn will speak about his book "Broken Fragments: Jewish Experiences of Alzheimer's Disease."
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Book Circle: Deacon King Kong
Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 4:00 PM
The next Kol Ami Book Circle Selection is, “Deacon King Kong,” written by award winning author, James McBride. This book is listed as one of McBride’s two titles on the list of “20 Books by Black Jewish Authors You Should Read.” It is one of president Barack Obama’s favorite reads from 2020; And, was selected as a favorite on Oprah’s Book Club. REGISTER

Lockdown Yarzeit: A Year in Quarantine
 March 17, 2021 at 6:00 PM
Mark the One year anniversary of the California Pandemic Lock Down with Rabbi Eger and Rabbi Chaiken as we gather for a time of reflection, music, prayer and renewal. We will have the opportunity to share stories and insights gained during the past year of living a part, as we look toward the future with hope, determination, and unity. REGISTER HERE

Mazal Tov! 
To Elise M and her parents Hugh and Lisa as Elise  got her Bat Mitzvah  siddur from Rabbi Eger this past Sunday as she begins her studies!

NEW! Gender Diversity Task Force
at Kol Ami
Congregation Kol Ami strengthens its commitment to our LGBTQ+ community with our Gender Diversity Task Force part of the Tzedek (Justice) Council.  We are building on the historic focus of our congregation that has long been a center for equality for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Nonbinary and Gender Non-Conforming people. READ MORE 

Refuah Shleimah: A Speedy Recovery
We keep the following members in our healing prayers: John Altschul, 

Sophie Belzberg, Richard Bernard, Francine Epstein, Richard Frank,

Ben Reback, Mike Silverman,

Henry Somerfeld, Cathee Weiss

The Kol Ami Mitzvah Corps is available to visit you at home or in the hospital, bring a hot meal or run an errand. Call the office at 323-606-0996 and you'll be contacted within 48 hours by one of our Corps members.  If you are interested in joining the Mitzvah Corps, please contact the office at  323-606-0996 or email us to reception@kol-ami.org . 

Kol Ami is part of the JewItAtHome collaboration, offering programs online for all of us to remain connected and engaged Jewishly during this challenging time.