December 16, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Shiur B’Internet Shiur B’internet We offer an alternative virtual class for those students who cannot attend Beit Sefer on Thursdays, either due to driving distance or a major year-long conflict on Thursday afternoons. In addition to attending classes on Sundays, these students will also participate in an online class on Monday evenings. Registration is limited and permission from the ...
December 17, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Understanding AntiSemitisim with Project Shema Members Register Here Guests Register Here In this 90 minute educational webinar with the educators of Project Shema, participants will gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of antisemitism in both the historical and modern context. Facilitators will also address the current political climate and how anti-Jewish ideas are showing up in discourse around ...
December 18, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Kol Haneshamah Music Connections with Cantor Young Members Register Here Guests Register Here Join Cantor Young in exploring our sacred texts through music and art. Learn about the evolution of Jewish music and the creative expression of our identity and experiences. Together, we will tap into our creative souls to find our own unique ways to evaluate our prayers.
December 19, 2024 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Gesher Gesher (Thursdays) Gesher (the Hebrew word for bridge) is designed to bridge the growth of our 7th grade students from children in the Jewish community to being adults. Our students spend this year advancing their understanding of Judaism as a religion, community, and culture as they begin the next stage of their Jewish identities. Gesher's goal is ...
December 19, 2024 @ 4:15 pm - 6:15 pm Beit Sefer (Thursdays) Beit Sefer (Thursdays) Judaic studies and prayer-based Hebrew instruction are taught for one hour each on Thursdays and Sundays. We use the Reform Movement’s Chai curriculum which is based on the fundamental pillars of Judaism: Torah (text), Avodah (worship), and Gemilut Chasadim (acts of loving-kindness). Together with our Cantor and teachers, students focus on specific aspects of the ...
December 19, 2024 @ 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm Finding a Balance, With Marci Dickman Finding Balance, with Marci Dickman Speaking from our hearts, finding greater equanimity and balance in turbulent times - not easy to do. We will use poetry, songs and lyrics, Jewish text, and our own experiences to reflect on ourselves and explore our reactions to the world around us. This class is open to all and will follow the pattern of ...
December 19, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Israeli Dancing Israeli Dancing Join BE's Israeli dance trope and learn how to dance like an Israeli every Thursday night!
December 19, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Soul Stitchers Monthly Meeting Soul Stichers is meeting in person! As a tribute to Nikki Zarefsky z”l, Soul Stitchers meets for knitting and connecting as we create shawls to warm people during services and healing shawls to bring warmth to those in need. We will share a meal and enjoy each other's company before the end of the year. ...
December 20, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London A Close Look at Prophets with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret our Tanach and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. Having completed our Close Look at Torah this past May, we turn to N’viim / Prophets, beginning with Joshua. New learners are always welcome. If you are new, please register below. Additionally if you plan to participate online, ...
December 20, 2024 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Beit Shammai v. Beit Hillel—Legends and History Led by Barry Wimpfheimer Beit Shammai v. Beit Hillel—Legends and History Led by Barry Wimpfheimer Members Register Here Guests Register Here The figures of Shammai and Hillel and the schools named after these figures are foundational to rabbinic Judaism. But what do we know about historical figures, and how can we distinguish fact from fiction? This class is two sessions, once on Friday, December 13, and the second on December ...
December 20, 2024 @ 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm The Oneg Shabbat and Soul Spark Shabbat are Sponsored by Anonymous Donors Experience the warmth and spirituality of Oneg Shabbat and Soul Spark Shabbat, generously sponsored by anonymous donors. Experience a meaningful evening of connection, reflection, and celebration with food, of course!
December 20, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Kabbalat Shabbat Service Soul Spark Shabbat Service Join our clergy, musicians and singers for a unique Shabbat experience filled with soul-stirring music and contemplative meditations and teachings. To listen to the service dial 847-869-4230 and press 7.
December 21, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Satuday Morning Shabbat Services with Kahal Kahal Shabbat Morning Service Come together for a special Shabbat morning with Kahal, featuring prayer, Torah reading, and engaging discussions. The service offers a chance to connect spiritually and share in the experience with the community. Whether attending regularly or exploring Shabbat for the first time, everyone is welcome to participate and enjoy the warmth of the congregation. If ...
