When it comes to volunteering, Judith Evnen grew up with excellent examples. “The value of leadership and community involvement is a legacy from my parents and grandparents,” she said. “My siblings each offer examples of this intention. That is inspiring to me.” Helping others in the spiritual realm drew Judith Evnen to become a Spiritual Care Volunteer (SCV) at Jewish Family Services ... read more
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JFS 120th Hall of Fame
Legacy Society Members Anonymous (3) Alice Jacks Achtenberg and David Achtenberg Janet and Allen* Agron Diane and Steve Azorsky Greg Baber* Jaclyn Rae Beaulieu Laura and Roman Breitberg Bonnie and Herb Buchbinder The Caviar Family Foundation Ann Morse Cohen* Sheryl and Ronald Davidow Beatrice and Steven Fine Sandi and Ed Fried Gloria Gershun* Don Goldman and Martha ... read more
Service of Spiritual Renewal for Passover
Join this expressive and supportive gathering in preparation of Passover, when we are reminded of the Exodus, being led out of the confines of Egypt and toward a future filled with hope. We will share in traditional and contemporary prayers, songs, and readings. Service led by Lezlie Zucker, Music Coordinator at Congregation Beth Torah, Rabbi Jonathan Rudnick, JFS Community Chaplain, and Rabbi ... read more
Volunteers of the Month November 2022 – Lori and Paul Barnett
Barnetts provide acts of lovingkindness as JFS Spiritual Care Volunteers For Lori and Paul Barnett, the mitzvah of Bikur Cholim – visiting the sick – has been part of their weekly routine for almost a decade. The Barnetts are Spiritual Care Volunteers (SCVs) through Jewish Family Services Chaplaincy program. Since becoming part of the program, this dynamic duo has brightened the day of dozens ... read more
February Volunteer of the Month – Ellen Portnoy
For Valentines’ Day, Ellen Portnoy gave the Jewish residents of Brookdale Senior Living a bag with a big heart on it. That bag was filled with Mickey Mouse valentines, a mini-puzzle, and a small Russell Stover candy box. Ellen has a strong commitment to Jewish Family Services and to the Jewish community as a spiritual care volunteer. Ellen learned about the opportunity when she spoke with ... read more
Meet Rabbi Jonathan Rudnick!
Jonathan Rudnick's background in Jewish communal work as well as his activity in the professional realm of pastoral care (chaplaincy), have prepared him well for serving as a Jewish community chaplain in Kansas City. Jonathan grew up in Kansas City, very connected to and involved with a wide variety of Jewish communal institutions. He attended the Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy through 8th grade and ... read more
JFS Newsletter for February, 2023
Look What's Happening at JFS! Message from Don, Make a Different This Passover, JFS Birthday Bash, Volunteer of the Month, Pre Passover Service, Upcoming Events February 2023/Shevat-Adar 5783 Message from Don Dear Friend, February is wrapping up, and with it our annual Spread the Love spreadables drive. Thank you to everyone who donated and to the many local businesses and ... read more
Pre-Hanukkah Service of Spiritual Renewal
Join Rabbi Jonathan Rudnick, Lezlie Zucker, and Rabbi Mark Glass for this expressive and supportive gathering as we share traditional and contemporary prayers, songs, and readings in preparation for the upcoming Hanukkah season. All are welcome and masks are required. Please RSVP to chaplaincy@jfskc.org. Include your name, number in your party & email address. ... read more
Personal Stories of Addiction and Recovery Focus of Tisha B’Av Observance July 18
This year’s Tisha B’Av observances will include a virtual discussion at 4 p.m., July 18: From Destruction to Redemption: Personal Stories of Addiction and Recovery hosted by the Rabbinical Association and Jewish Family Services of Greater Kansas City. Hear from members of the community who have suffered personally or have a loved one who has suffered from addiction. The program will also ... read more
Jewish Resources
Below are links to information regarding Jewish holidays and other online resources. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact chaplaincy@jfskc.org. Pre High Holiday Service of Spiritual Renewal September 15, 2024 Village Shalom Presented by Rabbi Jonathan Rudnick, Leslie Zucker, and Rabbi Elizabeth Bonney-Cohen Follow along in the print ... read more
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