Year Long Learning
Year Long Learning
Torah Portion of the Week
Saturdays | 9:00–10:00 a.m.
NEW THIS YEAR– Join around the Torah table to explore a key question in that week’s Torah portion. We’ll join the insights of commentators of centuries past with our own modern perspective.
Torah Portion of the Week – Emor
Temple Book Chavurah
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
April 19: The Vanishing Half by Britt Bennett
June 21: The Light of Days by Judy Batalion
RSVP or ask to be added to the notification list for this group and to receive the Zoom Invitation prior to each session by contacting Warren Lieberman at moc.liamg@06beilgw
As we shift to studying the weekly Torah portion on Shabbat morning, we’ll continue our journey through the entire Torah text on Wednesdays at lunchtime.
All learners are welcome to share in the dialogue and discussion.
Conversion Program
Temple Beth-El welcomes those who are exploring Judaism. If you are interested in exploring conversion please contact Rabbi Marina Yergin to discuss the process.
Conversion requirements include:
- Completion of an Introduction to Judaism course through the URJ
- A basic Hebrew class (through the URJ or at Temple Beth-El)
- Completion of Choosing Judaism at Temple Beth-El. (Class formation will depend on demand.)
To register for intro to Judaism visit here.
To register for Hebrew classes visit here
Adult Hebrew
Four adult Hebrew classes taught by Rachel Walsh will be offered on Monday and Wednesday evenings (via Zoom) beginning February 7 and 9. If you want to increase your knowledge of Hebrew, then join Rachel for one of these classes.
Each of the classes is customized to the interest of the class.
Monday:
Hebrew 2 – 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. — This is a beginner class; knowledge of the Alef-Bet and ability to read words is required. We will use a textbook in this class.
Hebrew 3 – 7:45 – 8:45 p.m. — This is a beginner class; knowledge of the Alef-Bet and ability to read words is required. We will use a textbook in this class. This class is more advanced than class 2.
Wednesday:
Hebrew 4 – 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. — This post-beginner class will focus on learning different aspects of the Hebrew language; basic experience with Hebrew beyond the Alef-Bet is required. We will use a textbook in this class.
Hebrew 5 – 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. — This intermediate class will focus on learning different aspects of the Hebrew language; basic experience with Hebrew beyond the Alef-Bet is required. We will use a textbook and novel in this class. This class is more advanced than Class 3.
The fee for the 10 sessions of the class is $80 for members of Temple and $105 for non-members. Your registration and payment are due by October 1. Information regarding the Zoom link will be forwarded upon registration. For further information about the classes, contact Rachel at ten.labolgcbs@hslawhr or 210-363-7738.