Shalom & Aloha
Coming Up
- Erev Rosh Hashanah Service
Friday, September 11, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm - Rosh Hashanah Day Service
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm - Tashlich at the Beach
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 10:00 am - 11:30 am - Shabbat Shuva Service
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:30 am - 2:00 pm - Kol Nidre Service
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
High Holy Days At Kona Beth Shalom
As we prepare to open the book on Hebrew calendar year 5787, we are excited to welcome back Rabbi Dan Fink to lead our High Holy Days services. The emeritus rabbi of Congregation Ahavath Beth Israel in Boise, Idaho, where he served for thirty years, Rabbi Dan inspired us last year with his insight and thought-provoking sermons. This year, he joins with us after an extraordinary travel experience to historic corners of the country.
All levels of KBS membership include High Holy Days seats. If you are not yet a member or are visiting our beautiful island, you are welcome to spend these most holy and awesome days with us. We request non-members and visitors make a modest donation to help defray the costs of putting on the services. You can join KBS, renew your membership or reserve non-member seats at the “Join Us” link at the top of this page.
Here is the schedule of services and other events.
*Potlucks – if you can, please bring a dish to share (no pork or shellfish)
Most of the services will be at New Thought Center of Hawai`i in Kealakekua. Services will also be live-streamed via Zoom, the Kona Beth Shalom YouTube channel and Facebook page. Contact KBS for more information.
Welcome to Kona Beth Shalom
Established in West Hawai’i in 1980, our congregation honors the variety of Jewish traditions while maintaining the basic tenets of our faith.
Kona Beth Shalom is a welcoming and inclusive congregation rooted in tradition, shaped by the beauty of our island home, and committed to fostering meaningful Jewish life – a non-affiliated congregation with members from diverse backgrounds.
We welcome everyone seeking a Jewish connection: spiritual, social, or educational… even gastronomical. Celebrate Shabbat and holidays together, gather for informative and provocative discussions, enjoy music and a variety of community activities.
Come experience the warmth, connection, and vibrant spirit of Jewish life in Hawaii – where community feels like family and every new face is welcomed with open arms.
Become a member of our warm and welcoming Jewish community – where meaningful connections, vibrant traditions, and a true sense of belonging await you.
We gratefully welcome your support in sustaining our Jewish community – helping us continue to grow, connect, and thrive for generations to come.
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Telephone
Call us at 808-217-9418 and leave a message, and we will get back to you quickly.
Mailing Address
If you need to reach us by mail, we can be reached at PO Box 699, Kailua Kona, HI 96745.