Adult Education

Temple Beth-El has been an innovative and intellectual center for decades with many long standing groups, activities and classes continuing a tradition of learning and growth.

We offer the following ongoing spiritual connections

Parashat Hashavuah - Torah Study

Saturdays 11:00 am - In Person and Zoom

Join Rabbi Helbraun and Cantor Kahan for teachings from the weekly Torah portion. On mornings when there is a B’nei Mitzvah, Tom Burnstine will be leading the class. No cost; no registration needed. Join us in person (on days when there is no B'nei Mitzvah) or on Zoom. Check our weekly Friday service link email for the link to join!

Adult B'nei Mitzvah Class

New Cohort forming now! Email Laura Perpinyal if interested.

A review of the main Shabbat prayers - how to fluently read them/chant them and major Hebrew vocabulary for meaning. Prepare to read a verse (or 2 or 3) from Torah.

Sunday Morning Adult Learning Opportunities

All events will begin at 10am unless otherwise noted. Programs last about 60-90 minutes with time for questions. All programs are in person and there will be light refreshments served.  

Click on each event to find out more information and to register.

If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out to Laura Perpinyal, RJE (Lperpinyal@templebeth-el.org)  
 

October, 6, 2024                            Rabbi Tamir Nir, A Year-Long Reflection of Israeli Life After October 7th  

November 3, 2024                         Know Your Genes: Exploring Genetic Disorders in the Jewish Community  

January 12, 2025                           The State of the Union with Barry Bradford  (please note time change: 1pm*)

February 2, 2025                           Growing up Jewish in West Roger’s Park – Photo Exhibit with Ellen Dopplet 

March 2, 2025                                Jewish Prayer 101 with Cantor Kahan 

March 23, 2025                              Rabbi Rick Jacobs, President of the URJ 

April 6, 2025                                  Children of Abraham Coalition Religious Leader Panel 

May 4, 2025                                    Local Author, Bob Don on His Memoir: The Difference
                                                          (A "Schindler's List" Survivor's Story Never Told)