BK Blast Archive

Bnai Keshet

Bonnie Berman Cushing explores what it means to be Jewish and White
Friday, January 27, 2017 • 8:00 PM

What does it mean to be Jewish, white and living in the United States in 2016?  When and how did light-skinned Jews become white in the first place?  How do we navigate successfully between our white identity and our Jewish identity to reach the Promised Land of freedom and justice for all?

Please join us for history and conversation as we begin together to explore what it means to bring our full selves to these historical times of crisis and opportunity…  Click for more

Shabbat Morning Service 10AM

New Member Shabbat
Join us in welcoming our newest members!

A special dvar by longtime member Luis Schuchinski on the occasion of his 80th birthday!

After services, join us for a celebratory kiddush -- a delicious lunch catered by Maryam al Radi, a recent Syrian refugee arrival.

Shabbat, 1/27 9AM
Join us for a crash course with Rabbi Ariann on Reconstructionism - perfect for the beginner, the founding member, and everyone in between. Click for more details

Going to College with Strong Convictions and an Open Mind
Saturday, February 4, 2017 • 7:00 PM

A free and open program at Bnai Keshet for 10th-12th grades

Whether discussing national politics or issues in Israel, we often find ourselves in positions that can be polarizing. When we can meet on common ground and engage in constructive dialogue that progress is made and peace can be found. Click for details .....

Soulful Shabbat Dinner &
Kabbalat Shabbat Service
Friday, February 3, 2017 • 6:30 PM

Click to view the Soulful Shabbat Videos and Rabbi Elliott's & Rabbi Ariann's weekly Soulful Shabbat Messages

We hope you'll join us for a simple Shabbat supper before services on February 3rd.We'll share the blessings we've practiced over the past few weeks and break bread together, have a Soulful Shabbat service featuring our BK Band, and have moments along the way to share blessings again even if you missed dinner.  If you are so moved to make our Shabbat truly a delight, please contribute to our oneg Shabbat (post-service dessert) by bringing a baked good from home with an ingredient list (please no nuts).  Gluten-free and other allergy-aware desserts are especially welcome and will be served on a separate table.

Bnai Keshet
99 South Fullerton Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042

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