History of Zionism
Taught by Rabbi Michael Holzman Tuesdays, December 3, January 7, February 4, March 4, April 8, May 6 7:00-8:30pm, in person and on Zoom The idea of Jewish autonomy and […]
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Oy Vey I’m Getting Older: Aging in a Jewish Context
Taught by Libby Robbins & Rabbi Rosalind Gold Wednesdays, January 22, January 29, February 5, February 26, March 5 11:00am-12:00pm, in person only Click here to register. 1/22 Deciding to Retire Ritualizing retirement. Who am I without my job? Being vs doing. How will I reinvent myself? Letting go of who I used to be/discovering […]
Our Only Adamah (Earth): Exploring the Jewish Connection and Responsibility to the Earth
Taught by Rabbi Barrett Wednesdays, January 29, March 5, March 19, April 16 7:00-8:15pm, in person and on Zoom In the early chapters of the Torah, we learn that humans are called to “till and tend” the earth. This command resonates powerfully as we witness the profound changes affecting our planet today. Join us in […]
Judaism Is About Love
Taught Rabbi Holzman Thursdays, February 6, 20; March 6, 20, 27; April 17; May 1, 22; June 5 12:00-1:00pm, in person and on Zoom This lunch ‘n learn is named after Shai Held’s recent, masterful volume of Jewish thinking, Judaism Is About Love: Recovering the Heart of Jewish Life. Together we will seek to understand […]
Introduction to Reform Responsa
Taught by Rabbi Barrett Thursdays, November 17, December 19, January 9, February 6, and March 6 7:00-8:15pm, in person and on Zoom Responsa is a genre of Jewish literature focused on legal decisions and rulings made by rabbinic authorities. These texts typically present questions and answers regarding various aspects of Jewish practice and cover nearly […]
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