Experience JFX
The Jewish Family Experience is a community of inspired Jews led by Rabbi Sruly and Ruchi Koval. We offer classes, programs, holiday celebrations, Sunday School, and our Shabbat morning experience. We offer Jews of all ages, backgrounds and affiliations a fresh look at Judaism in a way that offers education, inspiration and community.
Join us for Shabbat Morning Experience
Every Saturday morning
2200 S. Green Road,
University Heights OH 44121
Parsha class, kids' program, deluxe kiddush
This week's Shabbat message
Opt in: A Yom Kippur message
Dear friends,
We stand on the cusp of Shabbat Shuva, the Shabbat in between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. “Shabbat Shuva” means the Shabbat of Return. But what does it mean to return?
Parshat Ha'Azinu | September 22-23
Candle lighting 7:06 pm
Havdalah 8:12 pm
Yom Kippur | September 24-25
Candle lighting 7:02 pm
Havdalah 8:09 pm
Upcoming Events
Musical Tashlich Experience
Thursday, September 21
6:00 pm
Meet for a meaningful, musical, and welcoming tradition focusing on the themes of forgiveness, renewal, and rejuvenation for the Jewish new year
No registration required
Pet friendly event
YPX Sundaes in the Sukkah (for young professionals in their 20s and 30s)
Tuesday, October 3
7:00 pm
Mingle with other young professionals in their 20s and 30s while enjoying some sundaes and pizza at the JFX Sukkah.
BBQ Sukkah Party
Thursday, October 5
5:00 pm
Shake your lulav and etrog at the JFX Sukkah while enjoying delicious BBQ, entertainment and music
Find out more and register here
YPX Wine and Wisdom Sukkot Edition
Thursday, October 5
8:30 pm
Join YPX (Young Professionals in their 20s and 30s) and Partners in Torah to sip, schmooze and unveil tidbits of Torah wisdom with Rabbi Doovie Jacoby
Enjoy some fine wines and hot refreshments while socializing with friends and meeting new ones
Find out more and register here
Partners in Torah at JFX
Every Sunday starting October 15
11:00 am
Get together on Sundays for an hour of engaging discussions on a Jewish topic of your choice
Men and women of all backgrounds are welcome
No prior experience necessary
Learn, discuss and grab a bagel or two
Sign up as a participant or to volunteer
Mini Mussar for 9th-12th graders
8 week series
Every Monday starting Oct. 16-Dec. 4
7-8 pm
Practical ways for teens to become their “best selves” through the spiritual practice of Mussar
Learn with us. Join a class.
- Sunday School
- Personal growth with Ruchi
- Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Yosef Koval
- Minyan and Class with Rabbi Koval
- Men's Parsha n' Cholent with Rabbi Helman
- Young Professionals Wine and Wisdom Torah class
"We wanted to do this differently from how we went to Sunday School. Our whole family goes and we all learn at our own pace. We love it. It has changed the culture in our home!" Carly, mom of Graham, Lincoln and Desmond - Shaker Heights