Israel Matters
We believe that the State of Israel is a modern miracle and testament to Jewish commitment. Our Israel Committee supports the material well-being and morale of Israelis, bolsters our community’s identification with Israel, and promotes an understanding of Israel in Brooklyn and New York. We show our support for and love of Israel in a myriad of ways, both as a community and as individuals.
Annual Brooklyn Israel Film Festival
Since 2004 Kane Street Synagogue has presented an annual Brooklyn Israel Film Festival in the Community Room This popular winter series features three evenings of award-winning, thought-provoking Israeli films and includes discussions with film experts. Each year event Co-Chairs Hedda Kafka Grupper and Sarah Porath vet scores of films for this festival that The Jewish Week has called “One of the most intelligent film festivals.” Our 2008 films were: Souvenirs, Someone to Run With and Waterworks.
Visits to Israel
Kane Street members regularly visit Israel on Jewish federation-sponsored missions and on their own to visit family and friends, to enjoy the beauty of the country and to deepen their connection to the Jewish homeland. Enjoy our changing photo exhibit of KSS members in Israel located in the Sanctuary Lobby.