• AJC_Image

    AJC is a community that honors our Jewish traditions, applies our Jewish faith to today’s life, and works towards the continuation of the Jewish people.

    AJC commemorates all life cycle events, celebration of Shabbat and holidays as well as offering social functions to enhance holiday observance. Religious school is provided for pre-school through confirmation and adult education programs are sponsored.

     

     

  • OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

    The Ames Jewish Congregation serves people who wish to identify with and participate in the practice of Judaism through religious observance, education, and community involvement. Although affiliated with the Reform movement, the congregation tries to meet the needs of all Jews in the Ames area. The congregation is served by a part time ordained rabbi, a cantorial soloist, and many volunteers.

     

     

Welcome to the Ames Jewish Congregation
AJC is a community that honors our Jewish traditions, applies our Jewish faith to today’s life, and works toward continuation of the Jewish people.
At the present time, most AJC events are being carried out via Zoom.
Contact ajciowa@gmail.com for information about Zoom connections.

Upcoming Events

  1. Fri 22

    Zoom Schmooze

    Jan 22 @ 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
  2. Sun 24

    Tu B’Shevat seder

    Jan 24 @ 11:00 am - 11:45 am
  3. Thu 28

    Tu BiShvat

    New Year for Trees https://hebcal.com/h/tu-bishvat
  4. Fri 29

    Shabbat Shira

  5. Thu 25

    Erev Purim

    Purim is one of the most
  6. Fri 26

    Purim

    Purim is one of the most

 

 

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

On Tu BiShvat, Celebrate a Season of Promise for Environmental Action

On Tu BiShvat, Celebrate a Season of Promise for Environmental Action mbendell January 21, 2021

Environment and Climate Change
Trees
With a shrinking window of opportunity to prevent the worst effects of climate change, Tu BiShvat is an important occasion to make our voices heard and defend the future of the planet.

Jewish Disability Advocacy Month: Creating an Accessible World for All People

Jewish Disability Advocacy Month: Creating an Accessible World for All People kbkaput January 20, 2021

Disability Rights
Hands holding a sign reading I AM A REFORM JEW AND I SUPPORT DISABILITY RIGHTS
Join us to learn new advocacy strategies and take action to put the needs and rights of people with disabilities squarely on the policy agenda of the administration and the 117th Congress.

Keep Calm and Bake Challah: My New Pandemic Practice

Keep Calm and Bake Challah: My New Pandemic Practice kbkaput January 20, 2021

Food and Recipes
Womans hands kneading dough
I've made challot each Friday while sheltering in place, kneading in prayers not only family and friends but also for our country and our world during these trying times.

Nationalism Unhinged: Jewish Insight and Wisdom

Nationalism Unhinged: Jewish Insight and Wisdom kbkaput January 19, 2021

Israeli History
Closeup of a burning match against a black background
In Hebrew, two terms describe two different aspects of nationalism. Leumiut directly translates to “nationalism"; leumanut carries a jingoistic, chauvinistic, supremacist, and extremist brand of nationalism.

Learn invaluable skills while having an incredible summer, all inspired by Reform Jewish values.

Work with mentors, take local action, and make friends and memories that will last a lifetime!

Register now for a teen summer Israel experience, including sports, sci-tech, Hebrew immersion & social justice trips!

Apply for an upcoming semester at URJ Heller High School in Israel!