Sunday, October 30, 9:15am Location: West Hills Covenant Church (5815 SW Gillcrest Ct, PDX) Israel’s existence has long been a mirror, reflecting back at us our own assumptions, theories, and notions of justice. Can we see past these blinders to gain greater understanding and appreciation for this diminutive country that continually captures the world’s attention? Join Rabbi Kosak for a fascinating presentation and discussion that will lead us beyond the headlines.

Israel recently concluded its national elections, moving from one of its most ideologically diverse coalitions to a more right-wing one. Benjamin Netanyahu is set to return as Prime Minister, and the Religious Zionism party saw major gains to become the third-largest party in the new Knesset. What does all of this mean for Israeli citizens? How will it affect Israel’s relationship with the US and other countries? And what does it mean for us as ... Read More

The Bible speaks of Israel being the Land of Milk and Honey and celebrates the seven species native to Israel. In this cooking demonstration with Rabbi David Kosak and Lani Raider, we will gain a better understanding of legacy dishes. In addition to being our Congregational Education Assistant Director, Lani has a rich professional culinary background and was an instructor at the Culinary Institute of America. She and Rav D will cook ancient foods for ... Read More

Join Estee in Neveh Shalom’s kitchen for a hands-on, laugh-filled vegan Mediterranean cooking extravaganza! While Estee shares her personal journey to a plant-based diet, including her experiences growing up in Israel and traveling abroad, participants will cook a delicious dinner and then share in the wonderful results. All ingredients will be provided. You will get many new ideas for healthy, plant-based meals, new techniques, and Estee’s secrets. $18/per person includes cooking class and meal. About ... Read More

Please note the schedule change due to weather and parking lot conditions. Congregation Neveh Shalom and the Suher Family would be honored to have you join us for: The 6th Annual Yoni Suher (z”l) Scholar-in-Residence “Democracy at the Edge: Freedom, Tyranny, and the Israeli Pivot” with Noam Tibon, retired Israeli Major General February 25-26, 2023 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Friday evening's event has been postponed to Sunday Understanding Today’s Middle East Saturday, February 25, 7:00pm, Dessert and ... Read More

Join Erez Hasson, the person who Captain Ayoub in Fauda is based upon, as he discusses his experiences in the General Security Service and its impact on the tv show, Fauda. The presentation will be in Hebrew. About Erez Hasson Erez enlisted in the General Security Service in 1992, and for 26 years was engaged in countering terrorism and terrorist attacks through the recruitment and activation of human resources (YouMint), as an employee and as ... Read More

Thursday, March 9, 7:00pm Join Linoy Yechilei, PDX Hillel's Israel Fellow, for "The Memory Heals"--a full acoustic concert of her original music in Hebrew. Linoy feels, "Music is a way to happiness, to G-d and to myself. My music is a collection of true moments, completely vulnerable and open-hearted to whoever's willing to listen." This program will be led by Linoy Yechieli, Young Israeli Fellow at PDX Hillel, who is a singer, songwriter, and music ... Read More

Join Yossi Klein Halevi to discuss the new Israeli government and the implications for Israel’s future and its democracy. Yossi Klein Halevi is a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute in Jerusalem. Together with Imam Abdullah Antepli of Duke University and Maital Friedman, he co-directs the Institute's Muslim Leadership Initiative (MLI), which teaches emerging young Muslim American leaders about Judaism, Jewish identity, and Israel. Halevi’s 2013 book, Like Dreamers, won the Jewish Book Council's Everett Book ... Read More

Join photographer, Erez Kaganovitz, as part of the Mittleman Jewish Community Center’s annual Community Celebration, as he talks and shares his work about how he has helped bridge a cultural gap in society both within and outside of Israel. Humans of Israel combines photojournalism with digital storytelling in order to give a sense of what makes Israel, and the diverse humans in it, tick. With intriguing, thought-provoking photographs and the stories about the humans behind ... Read More

Join us as we celebrate Shavuot with family programming (0-6th grade), a cooking demo by Lani Raider and Rabbi David Kosak, a community dinner, and evening learning sessions, all around the theme of "food as physical and spiritual nourishment in Judaism." 5:00pm: Cooking Demo 5:15pm: Family Program (0-6th Grade) 6:00pm: Dinner* 7:00pm: Services 7:30pm: Learning Sessions Registration is required. Click here to register. *There is a cost for dinner. Registration ends on Monday, May 22 at 12pm.

Monday, October 16, 7:00pm, Zoom In light of the ongoing situation in Israel we are postponing the planned panel of PDX students co-sponsored by Hillel. Instead will hold a 30-minute Zoom gathering of community with space for processing and prayer. Click here to RSVP.

Monday, November 6, 7:30pm Due to the events in Israel, the talk with Herb Keinon will now be on Zoom at 7:30pm.  Herb Keinon is the senior contributing editor and analyst at The Jerusalem Post. He’s written extensively on diplomacy, politics, and Israeli society at the paper for 38 years, twenty of those as its diplomatic correspondent. During this time, Keinon has covered the major stories that have shaped Israel. Please click here to register. Sponsored ... Read More

Sunday, January 28, 10:00am, Birnbach Hall The Shema Series–To Listen– will provide participants a chance to share their personal connections/thoughts/worries about Israel. This is our first session. In the aftermath of the events of October 7th, many of us continue to have questions and varied feelings about Israel's response to the attack. In our January 28th session, we will use a model in which we share our perspectives with one other person, and then moving into ... Read More

Wednesday, January 31, 7:00pm, Stampfer Chapel Ana Sazonov, born in Ukraine without knowing her Jewish identity, unfolds her remarkable personal journey, tracing her discovery of her heritage, the transformative decision to make Aliyah, and her evolution into a dedicated Jewish professional. She vividly recounts the profound impact and the proactive steps she took in response to the war in Ukraine and Israel, as well as the alarming surge in global antisemitism. This compelling narrative serves as an inspirational ... Read More

Fostering Jewish Arab Relations in Israel Join us for a conversation with Jimmy Taber, the Abraham Initiative’s International Development Director In the wake of the devastating October 7 attacks, Israeli society is stratified and fearful. A sense of being stuck, siloed, and afraid of the other pervades. Coming together across difference is more difficult and more important than ever, as Palestinian and Jewish citizens return to work, school, and other points of contact together. These ... Read More

Hear reactions from students, Jewish and non-Jewish, from their unforgettable visit to Israel and the West Bank this summer, and how it affected them on campus this academic year at Portland State University. They will talk about the power of student leadership in promoting healing and understanding on campus. Panel members include: Adam Allina, Tiffany Augilera, Macie Harreld, Hayley Holton, Michael Jones, and Roman Pompeii Click here to register.

Tuesday, June 18, 7:00-8:30pm For over 120 years, Jewish National Fund-USA has helped the land and people of Israel continue to be a light unto nations—amidst the darkest of times. Together, as a community, we will stand in solidarity and help provide essential aid where it’s needed most. About the Presenter: Tania Pons Allon is the Director of the Kasser Joint Institute for Food, Water & Energy Security.  Discover how Tania, a 21st-century pioneer, and ... Read More

From Darkness to Light: A Story of Resilience Wednesday, September 11, 7:00-8:30pm Ofri Reiner shares her story in honor of the memory of her loved ones lost in this tragedy to remind us that even in the darkest moments, there is light to be found. RSVP Required. Click here to RSVP. Click here to livestream. Questions? lrichmond@nevehshalom.org Co-sponsored by Standwithus