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Congregation Kol Ami's 50th Anniversary, 1973-2023
Congregation Kol Ami Stands with Israel

We pray for all victims and their families during this time of war.

Learn more on how to help with the relief efforts, actions to take, and more resources.


#BringThemHome

2024/2025 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL STATEMENTS HAVE BEEN MAILED

Membership Renewal statements for next year have been mailed out! Please complete the Member Payment Agreement and submit a 25% payment by June 19, 2024 to receive a 5% dues discount (fees not included) and your High Holiday tickets.

E-NEWS HIGHLIGHTS


Pride Events

A Wider Bridge Presentation, Pride Shabbat Service & Dinner


Tot Shabbat this Friday


Shavuot

Join us as we welcome Scholar-in-Residence, Rabbi Dvora Weisberg, Ph.D., the Rabbi Aaron Panken Professor of Rabbinics and the Director of the Rabbinical School at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion


Summer Shabbaton

Early-bird pricing ends June 19th—register today!

Pride with Congregation Kol Ami
LEARN MORE & RSVP FOR OUR PRIDE SHABBAT DINNER

Register to attend "A Wider Bridge Presentation" on Zoom

A Wider Bridge is an organization dedicated to promoting LGBTQ inclusion in Israel and building connections between the LGBTQ+ communities in the United States and Israel.


Register to attend our Kol Ami Queer Jewish Book Club on Zoom

The first book we will discuss is Becoming Eve: My Journey from Ultra-Orthodox Rabbi to Transgender Woman by Abby Stein. 

Tot Shabbat

Friday, June 7th • 5:30pm – 6:00pm

Join Rabbi Sam Spector in the sanctuary for a personal, half-hour service of Shabbat songs and stories! This program is for our younger children (typically age 7 and under) and their families. It is a great way for engaging your child in the traditions and meaning of Shabbat.

PAST PRESIDENTS' KIDDUSH

Saturday, June 8th • 9:30am

Following our Shabbat morning service please join us for a special kiddush sponsored by the Past Presidents of Kol Ami! All are welcome!

Shavuot: June 11th–13th

Tuesday, June 11th

7:30pm — Erev Shavuot Dinner


8:30pm — Tikkun Leil Shavuot with a keynote, "From the Seder to Sinai," by Rabbi Weisberg, Ph.D. followed by an Erev Shavuot service and study sessions with Rabbi Spector and Cantor Davis



Wednesday, June 12th

9:30am — Shavuot Day 1 Service, D'var Torah by Rabbi Weisberg, Ph.D.


12:15pm — Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Weisberg, Ph.D. on "The Origins of Formal Jewish Education: A Talmudic Account" (all are invited)


7:00pm — Rosh Chodesh Women’s Group “Women Speak to God: The Prayers of the Biblical Women” with Rabbi Weisberg, Ph.D. (only open to Kol Ami Members)



Thursday, June 13th

9:30am — Shavuot Day 2 and Yizkor Service

LEARN MORE & RSVP FOR SHAVUOT DINNER
Shavuot Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, June 15th at 12:15pm
RSVP FOR THE LUNCH & LEARN
Rosh Chodesh Women's Group on Wednesday, June 12th at 7:00pm
RSVP TO JOIN US

This event is only open to Kol Ami Members

JOIN US TO CELERATE OUR BAR MITZVAH, EDEN KALAY

Eden Kalay

Saturday, June 15th

9:30am

Learn more about Eden

JOIN US TO CELERATE OUR BAR MITZVAH, TY TRELOAR

Ty Treloar

Saturday, June 15th

2:30pm

Learn more about Ty

SUMMER SHABBATON AT STRAWBERRY RESERVOIR • AUG. 2-4 Join us for Shabbat under the stars, camping, community, and fun for all ages, and of course, lots of s'mores! All meals, activities, and space at the campsite are included in the price. Bring your own alcohol and snacks! sign up early, our capacity is limited and this event will sell out.
LEARN MORE & REGISTER TODAY!

This event is only open to Kol Ami Members

Early-Bird Price: $50 per adult, ages 12+ / $30 per child, ages 3-11

After June 19th: $60 per adult, ages 12+ / $40 per child, ages 3-11

Children ages 2 and under are free

WE NEED YOUR HELP! 

VOLUNTEER/DONATION OPPORTUNITIES

We're looking for a donation of a riding mower for Esther's Garden

Contact info@conkolami.org if you have one


Help Clean Up our Pride Shabbat Dinner

June 7th, 6:30pm – 8:30pm


Help with Erev Shavuot Dinner

Set Up: June 11th, 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Clean Up: June 11th, 8:30pm – 9:00pm


Help with Shavuot Lunch & Learn

Set Up: June 12th, 10:00am – 12:00pm

Clean Up: June 12th, 12:30pm – 1:00pm


Help Plan our Summer Camping Shabbaton

August 2nd – 4th

SIGN UP HERE!

MEMORIAL PLAQUE & LEAF PRICES WILL BE GOING UP STARTING JULY 1ST!

Order yours now before new pricing goes into effect.

Download the order form or contact the office for more information.

Yahrzeit Plaque

Large Leaf

Small Leaf

B'nai Mitzvah Leaf

Old Price

Member: $360

Non-Member: $720

Old Price

Member: $180

Non-Member: $400

Old Price

Member: $90

Non-Member: $200

Old Price

Member: $72

Non-Member: $150

New Price

Member: $425

Non-Member: $800

New Price

Member: $250

Non-Member: $500

New Price

Member: $150

Non-Member: $300

New Price

Member: $100

Non-Member: $250

Jewish Heritage Tour with Rabbi Spector • May 18–28, 2025
LEARN MORE & REGISTER FOR THE TRIP!
Rafi Schwartz Religious School

The Rafi Schwartz Religious School's mission is to create students who are active participants in the intellectual, religious, and cultural traditions of Judaism. Want to learn more? Contact Tamara Kipper, Bunk Fox Director of the Rafi Schwartz Religious School.

The Rafi Schwartz Religious School appreciates the support of

The United Jewish Federation of Utah, The Sarah Cowan Fund, and The Bunk Fox Educational Scholarship Fund

Enroll now at the Playful Learning Preschool at Kol Ami. playlearnslc.com
Connect directly with local Israeli farmers who create the best Israeli olive oil
LEARN MORE & ADOPT AN OLIVE TREE
Chesed Caring Committee

Need a ride to synagogue? Visit while in the hospital? Need a meal delivered after you’ve had a baby or been too seriously ill to cook? Our Caring Committee is here to provide a helping hand!


We are currently seeking volunteers to help out with this important service we provide to our community. Those interested can contact Nancy Strahinic, Chesed Chairperson.

Out of an abundance of caution please do not allow unknown individuals into our building.


If someone outside is asking to enter, but you do not know them personally, ask one of our staff to talk with them, and do not let them enter. Please also share this message with your children.


Let’s work together to help keep our community safe!

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DEDICATE OUR NEW LEV SHALEM PRAYER BOOKS


We have several new Lev Shalem prayer books available for dedication in honor or in memory of loved ones, or to celebrate a simcha! Dedications are $65 each. Purchase yours here!

Sunday Study Session on Zoom
JOIN VIA ZOOM ON SUNDAYS AT 4:30 PM

Zoom Meeting ID: 827 8509 8873 / Passcode: 520589

A legacy is forever—create yours today!
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Order Challah for Shabbat! $8 per challah loaf (plain or raisin) $8 for three (3) challah rolls (plain or raisin)
ORDER CHALLAH HERE!

COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES

Brunch in the Garden: A Fundraiser to Support Jewish Family Service  On Sunday, June 30, from Noon to 2:00 PM, JFS hosting "Brunch in the Garden" at The Orangerie in Red Butte Garden, 300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108.
LEARN MORE & RSVP
Second Annual Arts & Aging Celebration  Join JFS on Thursday, June 6, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Sorenson Unity Center, 1383 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, 84104, for the second annual celebration of our Arts & Aging program
LEARN MORE & RSVP
Shalom on the Range • June 20th, 5:00pm–11:00pm
BUY TICKETS!

College Considerations for Jewish Students: A Webinar for Parents with Kol Ami Member, Marcia Bannon

Wednesday, June 19th • 5:30pm • via Zoom

Register for the Zoom link



UJF: Women's Dessert & Discussion

From the Shtetl to Fifth Avenue: The Rise of Fashion Designers and Department Store Moguls

Wednesday, June 5th • 7:00pm • I.J. & Jeanné Wagner JCC



Jewish Family Service



PJ Library and the PJ Library Utah Facebook Page

Find great resources and activities for kids



Hillel for Utah: Jewish Life on Campus



RJ on the Go

Explore your Judaism through science, art, text, and more from the

comfort of your own home, and build your Jewish community as you go



BimBam: Watch Something Jewish

Digital storytelling to spark connections to Judaism for learners of all ages

Congregation Kol Ami is grateful to the Kol Ami Trust, the Sarah Cowan Fund, the Bunk Fox Lifelong Learning Fund, the United Jewish Federation of Utah, and all of our donors for their support.

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