Adult Learning
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2024-25 Limmud Rodef Shalom
SESSION TWO
Tuesdays, 7:00–8:30 p.m.
November 12, 19, 26
Storytime with the Rabbis: A Survey of Aggadah with Rabbi Bernard Gerson
- An overview of Rabbinic interpretation of the Tanakh, revealing the creative impulse of the Sages to reach beyond the simple meaning of the text.
"36 Arguments for the Existence of God" with Jeff Ward
- A tour of classical proofs that G-d exists and an exploration of the question of whether that matters.
The History of Jews & Alcohol with Marcus Oginsky
- Each lesson will include tasting opportunities.
SESSION THREE
Tuesdays, 7:00–8:30 p.m.
January 7, 14, 21
Community Organizing with Devora Yellin, MEd
- We will explore community organizing through a Jewish lens, enhancing our skills while diving into Jewish tradition; seasoned facilitators and new organizers welcome.
Beer: Keeping it Kosher with Austin Swafford, PhD
- A class on brewing and drinking beer, even during Pesach. Tastings provided with each class.
Famous Poets Tackle Torah with Richard Sacks, PhD
- Many great poets of the English-speaking world have wrestled -- almost midrash-like -- with Genesis' creation story. Using poems by Emily Dickinson, William Butler Yeats, and Derek Walcott, we will focus on closely reading one such poem each week.
Jewish Baking & It's History with Sara Hirsch, Baking Genius
- Dive into the world of Jewish baking with three classics: rugelach, black & white cookies, and hamantaschen; we will learn to make these Jewish favorites while exploring their history.
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Ongoing Classes
Tanakh and Tabloids with Rabbi Rachel Kobrin
Thursdays 11:15 a.m. — 12:15 p.m.
An hour long class, featuring a discussion of current events and the study of Jewish text
Please contact the office to confirm the dates & times
Jewish Values with Rabbi Joyce Raynor
First Friday of each month 9:45 — 11:15 a.m.
Join Hazak for this lively discussion group
Please contact the office to confirm the dates & times
Women’s Rosh Chodesh Group
Celebrate the spirituality of each new month! Join us for song, learning,
and meaningful discussions within a nurturing community
Please contact the office to confirm the dates & times
Woman’s Divorce Support Group
A weekly group offering support for recently and soon-to-be divorced women.
Contact Rabbi Carrie for more information
Peaceful Grandparents
Tuesdays, Nov 26 - Dec 24
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Tools to deepen connections with adult children and grandchildren and begin
to infuse family moments with sacredness and tranquility, using ancient
Jewish wisdom and teachings from the mindfulness tradition
No previous text knowledge required
Contact Rabbi Carrie for more information
Interfaith Bible Study
Wed, Oct 30 - Dec 4 @ 7:00 p.m. on Zoom
Discussion based on Excavating Jesus by John Dominic Crossan & Jonathan Reed
Contact Gordon Tucker to register
Talmud Class with Rabbi Bernie Gerson
1st and 3rd Sundays of each month on Zoom
This is an in-depth exploration of Tractate Shabbat through the study of the text in translation
Beginners welcome; monthly contribution suggested
Contact Rabbi Bernie to join this class