Living Our Jewish Values

This year, our religious school students will be learning about Jewish values that help them to develop grit and resiliency. Join Rabbi Holzman, Cantor Caro, and Rabbi Wainer for a monthly class that will help to provide context for these values and explore ways that they can be put into practice within your homes. We […]

Prayer Hebrew 1: Amidah

with Elizabeth Lacher Thursdays, October 24 through December 19, no class November 28 (Thanksgiving) 6:00-7:15 pm Text: Hineni: Prayerbook Hebrew for Adults Optional: Mishkan Tefilah: Shabbat (no transliteration) $55 for members, $77 for non-members This class will take place in the Conference Room. Registration is required. Minimum 7 students. The emphasis of Prayer Hebrew 1 […]

Emanuel Levinas’ Nine Talmudic Readings

Explore the ideas of one of modern Judaism’s greatest philosophers. These nine readings of the Talmud simultaneously allow the classic Jewish texts to shed light on contemporary problems while letting modern problems illuminate the text.

Doing Mitzvot: Claiming and Reclaiming Jewish Rituals and Behaviors Online

Thursdays, November 14, January 23, April 2, and April 30 12:00 pm In person, at NVHC (this class was previously advertised as an online course, but it will instead be an in-person class) Together, we will explore Jewish rituals, the tools for making meaning in our lives. We will consider how rituals and mitzvot help […]

We Were Strangers in the Land of Egypt: How We Face Immigration

As Jews, we are no strangers to the concept of immigration. Our families were all immigrants from somewhere, facing difficult choices along the way. In today’s world, we are hearing about various issues surrounding immigration on a daily basis. Join us on a year-long series to explore a 360° view of immigration, helping us to […]