Adult Education

B'nai Israel's Adult Education programs offer variety as well as depth. Whether you are interested in ancient texts or modern dilemmas, whether you prefer intimate classes or larger lectures, there is something for you:

• Life-long learning throughout the year, including opportunities for beginning and conversational Hebrew, and special programs to learn about Judaism, its history, customs, and music.
• Discussion and learning sessions with Women of B'nai Israel and our Brotherhood
• Programs sponsored by a strong Social Action Committee that includes committees on Racial Justice, Pride, Refugees, and Sustainable Living
• An Israel Committee whose mission is to provide a forum to promote our congregation's enduring connection to Israel and a continuing understanding of issues facing contemporary Israel, including factors shaping Israel's position in the world and Israel’s relationship with American and world Jewry.

Our regular events:
Weekly Torah Study is held in the Sosnick Library from 9:00-10:30 on Saturday Mornings

Rabbi's Book Club - next meeting is August 29 - see right column for info. 

Religious Ethics in the 21st Century - Rabbi Alfi tackles some of the toughest issues of Jewish ethics as applied to modern life. We discuss politics, economics, Israel, Jewish communal relations, and many other issues. To request or suggest a topic, please email Rabbi Alfi with ideas. Regular attendance is not required; drop-ins and newcomers are welcome! Bring a brown bag lunch. There is no fee.

Rosh Chodesh with the Women of B'nai Israel

Achim: A Study Group for Men

We look forward to continuing to develop programs that are pertinent to our temple community members and welcome new committee members at any time. If you have suggested topics for programs, please email adulteducation@bnais.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Rabbi Alfi’s Book Group: “Holy Envy: Finding God in the Faith of Others”

Thursday, August 29, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon, in the Sosnick Library

Rabbi Alfi invites you to join her book group! The group meets four times a year in the Sosnick Library from 10:00 am until noon. This group is open to everyone. Attendees are welcome to bring a nosh to share, but that's not a requirement.

The next meeting of Rabbi Alfi’s book group will be on Thursday, August 29. The book to be discussed is Holy Envy: Finding God in the Faith of Others by Barbara Brown Taylor.

For planning purposes, we ask that attendees RSVP. Please click here to RSVP.