Talking about race is both difficult and necessary in our Jewish community and in society. This facilitated discussion group will provide space to develop what sociologist Robin DiAngelo calls “racial stamina,” the ability to think and talk about race effectively. RSVP at https://racialstamina.eventbrite.com
Use your Hebrew, don’t lose your Hebrew! This class for experienced Hebrew students is primarily focused on studying Biblical and liturgical text in Hebrew. (Class is conducted in English, but the source material is Hebrew.) Text study and analysis is accompanied by opportunities to build your vocabulary and sharpen your grammar skills.
A wonderful educational opportunity awaits all who attend weekly Torah Study on Saturday mornings, beginning at 9:15am. The classes, led by our clergy, focus on the Torah reading for the week.
This year’s class is inspired by one of the most popular classes taught at HUC-JIR by Rabbi Aaron Panken, z”l, professor of rabbinic literature and president of HUC-JIR. The texts we will study are drawn from Talmud, Midrash and other rabbinic writings. The course is designed so that each session will stand on its own; […]