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Myth and Ritual in Judaism with Dr. Barry Wimpfheimer

Religious Studies scholars have long theorized a relationship across religions between myth and ritual. Most of the examples employed to produce this theory did not come from Judaism. In this class we will consider the relationship between myth and ritual in the Jewish context. $25 Fee for members, Non-Members Fee: $35. Non-Members Register Here  Members ...

Oneg Shabbat

Welcome Shabbat before services with a nosh and some conversation between new and old friends.

Event Series Kahal Potluck Lunch

Kahal Potluck Lunch

If you are able to attend on Saturday morning, please consider bringing a vegetarian, nut-free dish or lunch item for all to enjoy. Please also take a moment to jot down a list of ingredients that can be displayed with your dish for the benefit of those with food allergies. Instead of a potluck item, ...

Up Close with Kibbutz Kissufim

Members of Beth Emet, Temple Beth Israel, Congregation Hakafa, and Oak Park Temple have been working together to provide Kibbutz Kissufim with the financial resources for six months of much-needed ongoing trauma counseling and related activities for the community’s children.  On Saturday, February 3, at 12:30 pm Central time, we will hear a live update by Zoom ...

Event Series Sunday Morning Minyan

Sunday Morning Minyan

The Sunday Morning Minyan meets in the Beit Midrash at Beth Emet. Join us on Sundays to daven (pray) the weekday Shacharit (morning) service!  First-timers are encouraged! Please note, we will continue to Zoom as well for virtual participation. The Minyan offers an intimate opportunity to pray with the Beth Emet community. The service explores ...

Event Series Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt

Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt

Hebrew 3 is for learners able to sound out and print Hebrew words. This class will explore the grammar and vocabulary of modern Hebrew through a variety of reading, writing, and speaking activities. Member fee $250; non-member fee $300. (five-student minimum for this class, scholarships are available) Non-Members Register Here Members Register Here DORIT FLATT ...

Event Series Hebrew 2 with Bluma

Hebrew 2 with Bluma

Hebrew 2 is for learners seeking more meaningful participation at services. This class provides opportunities to improve your Hebrew reading fluency while exploring the structure, themes, and key Hebrew vocabulary of the Shabbat morning worship service and its individual prayers. Hebrew 2 also includes basic elements of Hebrew grammar. Member fee $250; non-member fee $300 ...