Sukkot – A season of joy, kicking off a season of
welcoming Rabbi Erin Polansky!
As we gather to renew our spiritual lives and community connection in this season of joy and reflection, it is with great pleasure that we welcome Rabbi Erin Polansky to KBI as new clergy. This is truly a transformative moment for KBI, and it is too much to pack into a single welcoming event. Instead, we are launching a series of community events, including more intimate gatherings where you can mingle with Rabbi Polansky in neighbourhood sukkot during Chol HaMoed. Space is limited to 20 people at each location of our “sukkah hop,” and these open house-style events are free for members. Choose one that will work for you and reserve today using the links below.
Sunday, October 20: 2:30-4:00 pm in Centrepointe. (click to register)
Monday, October 21: 7:00-8:30 pm in Barrhaven. (click to register)
Tuesday, October 22: 7:00-8:30 pm in Kanata. (click to register)
On November 23-24, we look forward to Installation Weekend, when Rabbi Polansky will be welcomed from the bimah into her leadership role. Shabbat morning services with Rabbi Polansky’s special d’var Torah will be followed by a delicious community-sponsored kiddush. This crowdfunded welcome meal will be a great opportunity to come together and celebrate as a community. That evening, KBI will host a wine, cheese, and dessert havdallah reception, where we can continue the festivities. On Sunday, KBI will host the installation lunch, where Rabbi Polansky’s distinguished guest, her teacher and mentor Rabbi Herbert Basser, will have welcoming remarks on the joyous occasion of Rabbi Polansky’s KBI rabbinate. Times and sign-up links will be available shortly.
Looking ahead at the months to come, KBI members can look forward to coffee chats, youth programming, and learning opportunities with Rabbi Polansky. These opportunities will roll out gradually with specific announcements and enough notice for you to plan your calendar. We sincerely hope you will value your time spent getting to know Rabbi Polansky and her family.