A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London January 27, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 10:35 am A Close Look at Torah with Rabbi Andrea London There are many ways to interpret Torah and its nuances of meaning that are often overlooked. We will continue our learning from last year, reading and interpreting the text of the Book of Deuteronomy line by line. New learners are always welcome. No Fee for members; non-member fee is $120. Non-Members Register Here Members Register ...
Anonymity and Annihilation with Dr. Barry Wimpfheimer January 27, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Anonymity and Annihilation with Dr. Barry Wimpfheimer David Weiss Halivni z'l (1927-2022) was a revolutionary in two separate intellectual arenas- talmudic analysis and Jewish theology. As an academic scholar of talmud, Halivni innovated the notion that much of the Talmud was produced by a group of unnamed editors whom he called Stammaim. As a theologian, he worked to process both his own and ...
Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality January 27, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room
Kabbalat Shabbat Services with D’var Torah by Rabbi London on Here All Along January 27, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Rabbi London will give a D’var Torah on chapter 4 of Here All Along. If you do not yet have your copy of the book and/or wish to join a book circle, check our website. Welcome Shabbat whether in the Sanctuary or online! Masks are no longer required and are encouraged. There will be a ...
Kahal Shabbat Morning Services January 28, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am Kahal Shabbat Morning Services Whether in-person or online participate in worship by signing up for an honor via the online honor form. Masks are no longer required and are encouraged. Ph: 312-626-6799- Meeting ID: 833 6362 0227 / Passcode: 1224
Sunday Morning Minyan January 29, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Sunday Morning Minyan Join us on Sundays to daven (pray) the weekday Shacharit (morning) service! We are returning to the building! 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 our ritual, liturgical, and musical traditions ...
D.C. 2023 Spotlight: Brunch with U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky January 29, 2023 @ 9:45 am - 11:30 am Suggested Minimum Pledge: $36 per person A Mitzvah Appeal 5783 Event! With a change in the House leadership, there will be much to discuss with the newly convened 118th U.S. Congress. Discussion will be moderated by Peter Slevin, Northwestern University Journalism Professor, former Chicago Bureau Chief of the Washington Post and author of Michelle Obama-A ...
Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller January 29, 2023 @ 10:15 am - 11:45 am Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller Hebrew 1 is for learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life, ritual, tradition, and Israel. This class will begin ...
Hebrew 3 with Dorit Flatt January 29, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 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 $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student minimum for this class) Contact Marci if you are interested or have questions.
Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller January 29, 2023 @ 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Hebrew 1 with Bluma Stoller For learners with no or limited Hebrew language background. This class focuses on mastery of the Hebrew alphabet in order to read and understand Hebrew words and phrases in the prayer book and modern usage. Hebrew 1 also connects Hebrew vocabulary with Jewish life, ritual, tradition, and Israel. Member fee $220; non-member fee $270 (five-student ...
Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality January 30, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Daily Meditation from Institute for Jewish Spirituality Join Meditation Room