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You have arrived. You are home.

Temple Israel Columbus is home to every person, no matter where you come from or how much you know.

We welcome you to this inclusive, dynamic, multi-generational community rooted in Jewish values and inspired by our desire to create a more loving and just world.

FRIDAY | FEB 21 | 6:00 PM

Join us this Friday for our Erev Shabbat services in our sanctuary. For security reasons, we ask that you register below.

SUN | FEB 23 | 11:45-2:30

A special community mitzvah day for kids in pre-school to 3rd grade! Kids do mitzvot making a variety of things for children in need. Lunch included. Register below! We also need volunteers to help before, during & after the event.

Volunteer

THURS | FEB 27 | 6:00 PM

Join Rabbi Sharon Mars for an relaxing evening for women 18+ to study, chat & have a nosh! Sign up below. Hosted by the Women of Temple Israel.

MARCH 9 & MARCH 14

Enjoy our children’s choir performing the classic Purim story of how Queen Esther saved the Jewish people from Haman (boo!). This performance will take place on both Sunday, March 9 at 10:45 AM and at 6:00 PM on Friday March 14 during our Erev Shabbat Services.

Purim Fest

Volunteer

Join a conversation about death & dying that’s simple as breaking bread around the dinner table! Dig into the wealth of Jewish content around death & dying to help process & share experiences. An Adult Ed program with Rabbi Mars hosted by Andrew Mills & Audra Longert. Includes dinner. Register below.

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EVENT CALENDAR

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

What Message Does the Mezuzah Have Right Now?

What Message Does the Mezuzah Have Right Now? jemerman February 20, 2025 Jewish Rituals and Symbols Image The Heller Museum invited leading contemporary artists to conceive innovative designs for a mezuzah. Seventeen artists imaginatively reenvisioned this traditional Jewish ceremonial object.

Supporting Immigrants and Refugees in This Challenging Moment

Supporting Immigrants and Refugees in This Challenging Moment jemerman February 19, 2025 Refugees Image Welcoming the stranger, or immigrant, is a core part of Jewish tradition, mentioned 36 times in the Torah. We affirm our commitment to create the same opportunities for today's immigrants that were so valuable to our own community not so many years ago.

Six Oscar-Worthy Jewish Characters

Six Oscar-Worthy Jewish Characters jemerman February 14, 2025 Film Image The 97th Academy Awards are upon us and the major categories appear wide open. Top contenders have been mired in controversies, including this year's leading Jewish-themed entry, "The Brutalist."

Meet Four Black Jewish Leaders

Meet Four Black Jewish Leaders jemerman February 7, 2025 Jews of Color Image Black Jews continue to help shape our society, emerging as social justice leaders, writers, chefs, actors, and more. I hope you'll enjoy learning about these Black Jewish influencers whose intersectional identities have influenced their work.