Torah Study -Vayakhel
In this week's parashah, Vayakhel וַיַּקְהֵל (“He Assembled”), God commands the Israelites to observe the Sabbath. Moses asks for material donations for the building of the Mishkan (Tabernacle), and the […]
In this week's parashah, Vayakhel וַיַּקְהֵל (“He Assembled”), God commands the Israelites to observe the Sabbath. Moses asks for material donations for the building of the Mishkan (Tabernacle), and the […]
We begin the third book of the Torah this week, in which the Israelites receive instructions for various sacrifices and offerings to be made in the Tabernacle. We'll read and […]
Join with KBS members, friends and guests for a Shabbat service at New Thought Center of Hawai`i in Kealakekua. Dr. Barry Blum leads the service, joined by Rabbi Shari Joy […]
"And Moses said to the people, “Remember this day on which you went out of Egypt, from the house of slaves, for by strength of hand the LORD brought you […]
To mark Yom HaShoah and the Days of Remembrance, you are invited to screen a powerful and inspiring film about Jews who fought back against the Nazis and their collaborators. […]
Shemini (“Eighth”), Leviticus 9:1-11:47, opens with the consecration of the Mishkan (Tabernacle). Two of Aaron’s sons are consumed by a fire sent from God when they attempt to offer a “strange […]
Join Courtney Meiselman in her studio for a fun pinch pot workshop on April 12, 2026, with a possible additional date of April 19, 2026. Limited spaces available. Please RSVP […]
Tazria (“She Bears Seed”) Vayikra/Leviticus 12:1-15:33, opens by describing the purification process for a woman after childbirth. It then describes different forms of tzaraat, a discoloration condition on skin or clothing, and […]
Courtney Meiselman is offering a second date for the ceramics workshop in case the first one fills up quickly. Limited spaces available. RSVP required, and the address will be given […]
"The Scapegoat" (1854) by William Holman Hunt The KBS monthly Shabbat service will be led by Aviva Plaut. It will include readings from Acharei Mot (Vayikra/Leviticus 16:1-18:30), which commands the […]
The "Kona Low" storm that swept across our island forced us to postpone the planned discussion of the current KBS Book Club selection: "Israel: A Simple Guide to the Most Misunderstood […]
The next KBS Book Club selection is “Israel: A Simple Guide to the Most Misunderstood Country on Earth” by Noa Tishby. A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A “fascinating and very moving chronological timeline spanning […]