The Kehillah RVA Podcast

Where community becomes conversation, and Judaism comes alive. This podcast is your front door to Kehillah —Richmond, Virginia’s independent, progressive Jewish community. Through stories, spiritual insights, and moments of real connection, you’ll get to know what makes Kehillah different: we’re not just a synagogue—we’re the Jewish home you always wanted. Hosted by Rabbi Patrick Beaulier, each episode features reflections on Jewish wisdom, creative contributions from Kehillah members, and updates on how this radically welcoming community is inspiring people spiritually, intellectually, and socially . 🌐 Website: kehillahrva.org 📲 Instagram: instagram.com/kehillahrva 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/kehillahrva 💛 Support the community: kehillahrva.org/donate

The Kehillah RVA Podcast is a religion podcast hosted by KehillahRVA.org, with 51 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

KehillahRVA.org hosts The Kehillah RVA Podcast, a religion show with 51 episodes published.

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  Episode #50

  Where Are The Angels? (See You For Shabbos Dinner?)

  Aug 6, 202629 minS1

  EPISODE 50!!! And we're wondering, where are the angels? Drawing from Genesis 22, Midrash, and the Friday night prayer Shalom Aleichem , this episode explores what it means to answer God's call with one simple Hebrew phrase: Hineini —"Here I am." Also, the 90's TV show Touched By An Angel . Upcoming Kehillah Events Friday, August 7 @ 6:00 PM Shabbat Service & Dinner | Commonwealth Autism (Bon Air) Friday, August 14 @ 6:00 PM Home Hosted Shabbat | Hosted by Joel (Mosely) Friday, August 28 @ 6:00 PM Home Hosted Shabbat | Hosted by Natalie (Glen Allen) RSVP: https://kehillahrva.org/calendar/ Community Partner Spotlight Commonwealth Autism presents Autism & Neuroinclusivity in the Workplace , a foundational training for individuals, organizations, and businesses seeking to build more inclusive communities and workplaces. Learn more: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992565694631?aff=oddtdtcreator Got questions? Send us a text and we'll read it on the show Support the show ️ Learn more about Kehillah: kehillahrva.org Support Kehillah: kehillahrva.org/donate Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/kehillahrva Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/kehillahrva Share this episode with a friend and help build something sacred together.

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  Episode #49

  The FREE SYNAGOGUE Movement

  Jul 20, 202641 minS1

  Should Judaism be accessible before someone can afford it? The Free Synagogue Movement was built around: A free pulpit Freedom of conscience No pew rentals No required dues Equality and social justice And that's Kehillah. At a time when many people feel disconnected from institutions, perhaps people are not looking for less community. Perhaps they are looking for a different kind of community. Let's talk about it. Upcoming Kehillah Events Friday, August 7 @ 6:00 PM Shabbat Service & Dinner Commonwealth Autism (Bon Air) Friday, August 14 @ 6:00 PM Home Hosted Shabbat Hosted by Joel (Woodlake) Friday, August 28 @ 6:00 PM Home Hosted Shabbat Hosted by Natalie (Glen Allen) RSVP: https://kehillahrva.org/calendar/ Support Kehillah If this vision of Jewish community matters to you, consider supporting Kehillah: https://kehillahrva.org/donate/ Community Partner Spotlight: Commonwealth Autism Autism & Neuroinclusivity in the Workplace A foundational training for individuals, organizations, and businesses seeking to build more inclusive communities and workplaces. LEARN MORE: https://www.commonwealthautism.org/ Craft and Read Along Good Foods Grocery July 23, 2026 | 11:00 AM–12:30 PM A fun morning for children ages 3–7 featuring crafts, reading, and a sweet treat from The Baking Agent. RSVP: https://goodfoodsgrocery.com/events-calendar/ Got questions? Send us a text and we'll read it on the show Support the show ️ Learn more about Kehillah: kehillahrva.org Support Kehillah: kehillahrva.org/donate Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/kehillahrva Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/kehillahrva Share this episode with a friend and help build something sacred together.

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  Episode #48

  Recap of Shabbat at Commonwealth Autism | Kehillah Volunteer Opportunities

  Jul 13, 202620 minS1

  A big thanks to Jacob, Joe, Martha, Robin and everyone who volunteered to make our first Shabbat at Commonwealth Autism possible. While the rabbi is away on vacay, enjoy this sneak peek at volunteer opportunities. If you'd like to get more involved in our social circles and ambassadorship (aka hanging out with new people) fill out this form: https://kehillahrva.org/social-circles/ From our friends at Commonwealth Autism Autism & Neuroinclusivity in the Workplace This is a foundational training offered to individuals, organizations or businesses looking to build inclusive culture into their communities. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992565694631?aff=oddtdtcreator Craft and Read Along Date & Time: July 23, 2026 at 11:00 AM (Eastern Daylight Time) Location: Good Foods Grocery Join us for a fun-filled read along and craft day designed especially for children ages 3 to 7! Kids will get creative making their very own paper mouse ears before all the little mouses get to reading along to the classic, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. Then finish up with a sweet treat from local vendor, The Baking Agent. We hope you can join us! Craft and Read Along Tickets, Thursday, July 23 • 11 AM - 12:30 PM | Eventbrite Got questions? Send us a text and we'll read it on the show Support the show 🕯️ Learn more about Kehillah: kehillahrva.org 💛 Support Kehillah: kehillahrva.org/donate 📲 Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/kehillahrva 📘 Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/kehillahrva 🔁 Share this episode with a friend and help build something sacred together.

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  Episode #47

  Survey Results + We Need Your Help

  Jul 6, 202615 minS1

  The results of our community survey are in, and there are many ways you can make Kehillah MORE of what you need it to be. Yes -- this podcast episode has a lot of asks in it. But they are all fun. Wish Kehillah was closer to you? Host a Shabbat (we pay for food, setup, cleanup -- all of is) Wish there were more groups that you can connect with? Start one! Info is on the website. And also, we need ambassadors! That's something you can do, too Want to grow in your Jewish knowledge and practice? We need people to help lead. Call them para-rabbis, cantorial soloists, darshanim or lay leaders, you can be one We also have BAYIT (a long term project for a permanent home), playdates for families with kids and more. Reach out to rabbi@rabbipatrick.com if you have questions or to get started. Got questions? Send us a text and we'll read it on the show Support the show 🕯️ Learn more about Kehillah: kehillahrva.org 💛 Support Kehillah: kehillahrva.org/donate 📲 Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/kehillahrva 📘 Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/kehillahrva 🔁 Share this episode with a friend and help build something sacred together.

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  Episode #46

  Radical Pragmatism: A Jewish Gift for America's 250th Birthday

  Jul 2, 202622 minS1

  As America celebrates its 250th birthday, Rabbi Patrick explores a different path through our nation's political and cultural divisions: Radical Pragmatism . Drawing on the wisdom of Yitro's advice to Moses, and the daughters of Zelophehad, this episode argues that Judaism offers a model for solving problems practical action rather than ideological certainty. What might happen if we focused less on winning arguments and more on discovering what actually works, for America, for Israel, for the Jewish community, and for one another? Let's find out. Happy 250th, America. UPCOMING SHABBAT: July 10th a TowneBank Community Kitchen inside Commonweath Autism. Free tickets if you need them. RSVP at KehillahRVA.org Got questions? Send us a text and we'll read it on the show Support the show 🕯️ Learn more about Kehillah: kehillahrva.org 💛 Support Kehillah: kehillahrva.org/donate 📲 Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/kehillahrva 📘 Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/kehillahrva 🔁 Share this episode with a friend and help build something sacred together.

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