Rosh Hashanah
The Birmingham Jewish Federation & Foundation will be closed in observance of Rosh Hashanah.
10 events found.
Prayer Gathering for the Release of Captives – TEE
Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United StatesIt is a custom in Judaism to pray for the release of captives. On Friday evenings, we will gather in the Hess Chapel to read the over 200 names we have of those being held since October 7, and offer a prayer for their release. All are welcome.
Walk This Way: Intentional Walking at TBE
Temple Beth-El 2179 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL, United StatesJoin TBE’s Intentional Walking Village on the first Saturday of every month. Participants are invited to meet in the upper parking lot, and can join for all or part of the walk. 8:45- 9:30 – We will begin with a brief discussion of the week’s Parsha, followed by intentional walking. 9:30-10:30 – More exercise Questions? Reach out to sheribkrell@gmail.com or eitaliaander@gmail.com
Free
Torah Study – TEE
Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United StatesJoin 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 StatesHow 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 […]
Religious School – TEE
Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United StatesGail & Jeffrey Bayer Family Religious School
Rabbinic Thought & Literature
Independent Presbyterian Church 3100 Highland Ave, BirminghamJoin Rabbi Wright at Independent Presbyterian Church for this special series of learning: Sept 8 - Intro to the Late Second Temple ~ Judaism and the Rise of Democratization of Jewish Sects Sept 15 - Pivoting after the Destruction Sept 22 - Intro to Mishnah Sept 29 - Intro to Talmud Oct 13 - Intro to Jewish Parabolic Literature Oct 27 - Jewish Roots of Jesus' Kingdom and Theology Nov 3 - Jewish Rituals Introduced in the New Testament Nov 10 - Jewish Tension in the New Testament Nov 17 - Conclusion
TEE Sisterhood Fall Planting Class: Bulbs and Pollinators
Temple Emanu-El 2100 Highland Ave, Birmingham, AL, United StatesHow to attract pollinators in your home garden, including the use of bulbs
Free
October 7th: Remembrance, Resilience, and Hope
LJCC 3960 Montclair Rd, Birmingham, AL, United StatesJoin us for a meaningful community program marking the one-year anniversary of the October 7th attacks in Israel. More details on the program are coming soon. There is no cost to attend this event, but registration is required for security purposes.<!-- If you embed multiple forms on your page, only copy one of the lines. Otherwise, multiple copies of the form will appear.--><div data-blackbaud-registration-form data-blackbaud-registration-form-envid="p-6y7bAPB6cE6nVgL2Gevslw" data-blackbaud-registration-form-id="775dd228-7c79-4d41-b175-dab62fc1eafc" data-blackbaud-registration-form-zone="usa" data-blackbaud-registration-form-header-height="0"> <!-- If your page has a header/overlay, then you can set this 'data-blackbaud-registration-form-header-height' value to your header height so that the payment form will scroll to the proper location when opened. -->
Questions with the Rabbi
Levite Jewish Community Center 3960 Monteclair Road, Birmingham, Alabama, United StatesDo you have questions about Jewish law, tradition, or history? Join Rabbi Yossi Friedman for an open conversation about all things Jewish as part of our new lunchtime series that explores pretty much whatever you've ever wanted to know about the world of Judaism. Complimentary tickets include lunch. Send questions in advance to LJCC Director of Jewish Life Tzlil McDonald. RSVP Here