Don’t be afraid to express that you aren’t sure what to say, but follow it up with “but I’m here for you” or “I am so sorry”.
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Kosher Joking – What does the Torah have to say about humor?
Join Rabbi Katz to explore the great tradition of joking in Judaism’s earliest texts. Find out – and maybe laugh a little along the way! July 19, 1pm at The J. Learn more.
Rosh Hodesh: It’s a Girl Thing!
An empowering and supportive group experience for Jewish 7th and 8th grade girls begins in September. Meets at The J. Early bird registration ends June 15. Learn more.
Career Skills and Connections
Workplace Culture
Make a culture fit assessment by clarifying your purpose & principles, understand the core culture of each prospective workplace, then, decide whether the workplace is right for you.
CSC Free Resume Review!
This summer, CSC will schedule free 30-minute resume review sessions for new clients. Schedule your free consultation by contacting Cari Boasberg, CSC Program Manager: cboasberg@jfskc.org, Read More.
CSC Job Search Strategies
In this class, along with many of the other classes offered weekly at CSC, you can learn valuable skills to help you find the job of your dreams.
Chaplaincy
Gathering for Spiritual Peace and Wholeness
A service of spiritual self-care to anchor you in community and tradition as you prepare for Passover. March 8, 6:30pm at Village Shalom. More information here.
Giving the Gift of Oneself
“Thanks to each of these volunteers, the care and support of our Jewish community is felt by numerous people on a weekly basis,” Rabbi Jonathan Rudnick.
Spiritual Peace and Wholeness
Join us Dec. 7 at Village Shalom for a sacred and supportive time of spiritual healing and renewal for every stage of life. Our contemporary service includes prayer, song, readings and personal reflection. Read more.
Counseling & Mental Health
How to Respectfully React to Suicide
Don’t be afraid to express that you aren’t sure what to say, but follow it up with “but I’m here for you” or “I am so sorry”.
Step-by-Step: A Wellness Challenge
Sometimes you just need a spark. Something to energize you. A little jolt to get you fired up
Celebrating Jewish Disability and Inclusion Month
Through the Disability Services program, JFS is assisting families needing resources with a goal of supporting quality of life and autonomy of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Family Life Education
Kosher Joking – What does the Torah have to say about humor?
Join Rabbi Katz to explore the great tradition of joking in Judaism’s earliest texts. Find out – and maybe laugh a little along the way! July 19, 1pm at The J. Learn more.
Rosh Hodesh: It’s a Girl Thing!
An empowering and supportive group experience for Jewish 7th and 8th grade girls begins in September. Meets at The J. Early bird registration ends June 15. Learn more.
Is Social Media Negatively Impacting Your Teen?
The reality is that in today’s social media culture adolescents encounter constant temptations and pressures to their social and emotional health.
Food, Shelter, and Employment
Fresh Produce in the Food Pantry
Year long, the JFS Food Pantry strives to keep fresh produce on our shelves and are able to do this with the help of many organizations.
What not to donate to the Food Pantry
As a general rule, if you would use it in your own home ,we welcome it. Cleaning supplies, personal hygiene items, non-perishable and pet foods! Please be mindful when you are considering making a donation.
Help Us Change the Game and Tackle Hunger
Harvesters and the Kansas City Chiefs are calling on everyone in the community to help score a touchdown for hunger! Read how to participate.
Older Adult Services
Kosher Joking – What does the Torah have to say about humor?
Join Rabbi Katz to explore the great tradition of joking in Judaism’s earliest texts. Find out – and maybe laugh a little along the way! July 19, 1pm at The J. Learn more.
Seniors and Hunger
Food insecurity, one part of the hunger picture, is when people do not have access to either any food or to high quality nutritious food.
Meet Our Care Management Interns
“JFS is positioning me beautifully for the future, with the broad experience I am getting here, and I am greatly appreciative of the opportunity provided.”
Volunteer Spotlight Stories
Expanding Our Role in the JFS Food Pantry
Having dedicated volunteers means that we are able to make a bigger impact for the community,” says Taly Friedman, JFS Volunteer Director, “We couldn’t do our work without them!”
Making a Difference with JET Express
“Volunteering has been one of the most gratifying things I have ever done.”
To be part of the land: The power of skilled volunteering in Israel
How hard could three hours volunteering per day be? It turns out that if you are working with kids who are really struggling, it can be pretty challenging. But it can also be pretty rewarding.
