Kesher Israel Congregation

Kesher Israel Congregation Kesher Israel Congregation was founded in 1902 by men and women determined to create a Jewish presence in Harrisburg, PA based on the observance and study

Kesher Israel Congregation was founded in 1902 by men and women determined to create a Jewish presence in Harrisburg, PA based on the observance and study of Torah, prayer, and acts of loving kindness. Kesher Israel continues to hold true to those principles and thrives as an Orthodox synagogue. For over 100 years, Kesher Israel has maintained a vibrant Orthodox community in Harrisburg. Kesher Isr

ael remains dedicated to supporting the religious, spiritual, and educational needs of its membership, and to making the relevance and excitement of Judaism accessible to all. Through daily services, Torah study opportunities, special events, and holiday celebrations, Kesher Israel offers great opportunities to socialize with other members of our Jewish community, have our lives enhanced by Judaism, and experience the richness of our traditions. We look forward to welcoming you to Kesher Israel Congregation!

07/31/2026
07/31/2026

Parashat Eikev

8:04 PM: Shabbat Candle Lighting

*Earliest Candle Lighting: 6:55 PM*

Shabbat Learning | 45 minutes before Mincha on Shabbat

Topic: Pirkei Avot Chapter Four

Photo by Andrew Steinberg
07/31/2026

Photo by Andrew Steinberg

07/24/2026

Shabbat Nachamu | Parashat Vaetchanan

8:09 PM: Shabbat Candle Lighting

*Earliest Candle Lighting: 7PM*

Shabbat Learning | 45 minutes before Mincha on Shabbat

Topic: Rabbi Fried will be delivering the sermon on Shabbat morning, attending a Q&A session after kiddush lunch, and will be teaching a class 45 minutes before Mincha on Shabbat.

07/17/2026

Shabbat Chazon | Parashat Devarim

8:16 PM: Shabbat Candle Lighting

*Earliest Candle Lighting: 7:04 PM*

Shabbat Learning | 45 minutes before Mincha on Shabbat

Topic: Review of the Article by the Chofetz Chaim, 'Ahavat Yisrael', Dealing with the Need for Us to Repair Our Relationships - Followed by a Brief Analysis of the Haftarah of Shabbat Chazon.

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Tisha B'Av begins Wednesday evening

PROHIBITIONS OF TISHA B’AV: NO EATING, DRINKING, WASHING, WEARING OF LEATHER SHOES, NO ANOINTING, NO MARITAL RELATIONS, NO TORAH STUDY EXCEPT FOR MATERIAL CONNECTED TO THE FAST DAY OR THE DESTRUCTION OF THE TEMPLES, AND SAD SECTIONS OF TANACH SUCH AS THE BOOK OF JOB, JEREMIAH, AND OF COURSE EICHAH (LAMENTATIONS).

07/10/2026

Parashat Matot-Masei

8:20 PM: Shabbat Candle Lighting

*Earliest Candle Lighting: 7:07 PM*

This week's Kiddush is sponsored by Rene & Stuart Brenner

Shabbat Learning | 45 minutes before Mincha on Shabbat

Topic: The Opening Chapters of Jeremiah as They Relate to the Period of the Three Weeks

*Brief Shiur on the opening chapters of Pirkei Avot during Seudah Shilish*t

Address

3200 N. 3rd Street
Harrisburg, PA
17110

Telephone

+1 717-238-0763

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