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Intro to Judaism

Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United States

Interested in conversion to Judaism? Went to Hebrew School but don’t remember a lot? Taught through a collaborative educational partnership with the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program of American Jewish University, this class is designed or all who are seeking to learn or connect with Judaism, whether you born Jewish, want to become Jewish, or just want to understand Judaism better. Please contact Rabbi Steven Henkin at rabbihenkin@templebeth-el.net for more information.

$54.00

Torah Study – TEE

Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United States

Join us to study Torah with Rabbi Wright and Cantor Wittner.

Back to School JCRC Parent Coffee

TBD

During the course of the school year, the Jewish Community Relations Council invites parents of public- school students to come together to learn about the work JCRC does in our school systems and the resources they offer. In addition, the Coffees are an opportunity for parents to bring up issues they may be dealing with in their respective schools in a safe space as well as share their best practices.

Free

Torah Study – TEE

Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United States

Join us to study Torah with Rabbi Wright and Cantor Wittner.

Religious School Kickoff Carnival

Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United States

Kicking off the Gail & Jeffrey Bayer Family Religious School with Temple Emanu El and Temple Beth El.

Free

Torah Study – TEE

Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United States

Join us to study Torah with Rabbi Wright and Cantor Wittner.

Event Series Intro to Judaism

Intro to Judaism

Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United States

For those interested in deepening their Jewish learning or converting to Judaism. Class runs annually, beginning each fall.

$54.00

Torah Study – TEE

Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United States

Join us to study Torah with Rabbi Wright and Cantor Wittner.

Kehillah Service: The Amen Effect led by Sharron Swain

Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United States

How do we manage times of hardship and fully embrace moments of joy—not alone, but in community? What does Jewish wisdom offer in terms of how we can truly show up for each other? Rabbi Sharon Brous grapples with these questions and more in her book The Amen Effect: Ancient Wisdom to Mend Our Broken Hearts and World. This monthly alternative service is called Kehillah, or community, and will include stories and practices based on this book, along with songs and silent reflections. Reading the book is not required, and you're welcome to come to one or all nine sessions throughout the course of the year. Of course, reading the book will add richness to your experience, if you feel so moved. A copy of the book is available for browsing in the Reading Room at Beth-El. Sharron Mendel Swain was raised in an interfaith family long before that was the norm, and has been a mindfulness practitioner her entire adult life. A few FAQs: Q: What is the relationship of The Amen Effect, by Rabbi Sharon Brous, to these sessions? A: It is the inspiration for this 10-session series of alternative services focused on cultivating a deeper sense of […]