Are you looking to engage with the Jewish holidays in new and creative ways? Are you interested in developing a deeper understanding of the Jewish calendar? Would you like a group of people to learn, observe, and celebrate with for this coming year? Are you busy, but would still love to be in a book […]
This Torah study meets via Zoom and will cover that week's Torah portion. All levels welcome.
A new LJCC oral history program called Southern Jewish Voices (SJV) will use a live-interview format to present stories about Jewish life in Birmingham. The program, made possible by an $8,200 grant from the Alabama Humanities Alliance, will present a series of interviews conducted in front of a live audience. The November guest is David Sher. […]
Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82496644850 As we begin a new cycle of Torah reading, we will also begin a new Beit Midrash topic! Each Thursday beginning October 20, we will take a look at the weekly Torah reading through the eyes of Hasidic rebbes (leaders of Hasidic communities) with a special emphasis on the spiritual lessons we can […]
Join Sheri Krell and Ellen Italiaander for the Intentional Walking Village the first Saturday of every month! The first walk will be a "parsha thought" walk and will be a gentle walk with time to stop and reflect on the parsha of the week. The second walk will be a more vigorous one. Walks leave […]
6:00 PM Dinner Now that we understand what it means to be a leader, what are our responsibilities as a committee or board member? Danny Cohn, CEO of the BJF, and Joel Piassick, long time community volunteer, will teach us the roles and responsibilities of a Board member-including how to conduct a meeting, read a […]
Join us for the 10th annual film series, Holocaust in Film. Stay tuned after the screening for a discussion of the film led by local film director, producer, and historian, Michele Forman. Free popcorn is provided for all attendees. About the film: The Muranow neighborhood in Warsaw was once a flourishing and important center of […]
This is a class for those interested in deepening their Jewish learning, or converting to Judaism. Topics will include holidays, texts, culture, Israel and more! Class will meet on monthly Tuesdays in-person at Temple Beth El, and will be taught by Rabbi Henkin. Registration is now closed - email mnorman@templebeth-el.net to get on the interest […]
This Torah study meets via Zoom and will cover that week's Torah portion. All levels welcome.
Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82496644850 As we begin a new cycle of Torah reading, we will also begin a new Beit Midrash topic! Each Thursday beginning October 20, we will take a look at the weekly Torah reading through the eyes of Hasidic rebbes (leaders of Hasidic communities) with a special emphasis on the spiritual lessons we can […]
Robert Siegel (former Senior Host of NPR’s All Things Considered for 31 years) interviews: Mark Oppenheimer (Author, New York Times columnist) Dara Horn, PhD (Author, People Love Dead Jews) Rabbi David Fox Sandmel, PhD (Chair, International Jewish Committee for Interreligious Consultations) Tuesday, January 17 @ 4pm ET FREE REGISTRATION: https://globalconnections.splashthat.com WATCH LIVE: https://t.ly/0RYx4
The BJF Executive Committee Meeting will take place via Zoom at 6pm.
Join us for the 10th annual film series, Holocaust in Film. Stay tuned after the screening for a discussion of the film led by local film director, producer, and historian, Michele Forman. Free popcorn is provided for all attendees. About the Film: **This film contains violence and disturbing images Long buried secrets resurface at the […]
This Torah study meets via Zoom and will cover that week's Torah portion. All levels welcome.
Join Rabbi Henkin for a series of "Torah on Tap;" Torah learning at local breweries. This session will be held at Hi-Wire Brewing. No RSVP required.
Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82496644850 As we begin a new cycle of Torah reading, we will also begin a new Beit Midrash topic! Each Thursday beginning October 20, we will take a look at the weekly Torah reading through the eyes of Hasidic rebbes (leaders of Hasidic communities) with a special emphasis on the spiritual lessons we can […]
An LJCC oral history program called Southern Jewish Voices (SJV) will use a live-interview format to present stories about Jewish life in Birmingham. The program, made possible by an $8,200 grant from the Alabama Humanities Alliance, will present a series of interviews conducted in front of a live audience. Refreshments will be provided and time […]
Register HERE: https://meetyouatbethel.shulcloud.com/form/interfaith-shabbat Kabbalat Shabbat is our Friday night service welcoming in Shabbat. We look forward to welcoming in this Shabbat with our interfaith partners from South Highland Presbyterian Church, Baptist Church of the Covenant, Pilgrim United Church of Christ, and Covenant Community Church. Music will be provided by Robin Berger! Services begin at 5:45 […]
Join us for a toy Torah procession and story (read this month by Julie Cohen), followed by playtime in the KidZone! No RSVP required.
Women of Reform Judaism SE District will be meeting at Temple Emanu-El 9:30a-3p. Sisterhood members are encouraged to attend. $36 includes lunch.
Discussion of The Beekeeper of Aleppo, by Christy Lefteri New participants are warmly invited to join the discussion. Tammi Caldwell - discussion facilitator For Zoom link, contact Linda Goldstein (ljrg13@gmail.com)
Join us for a launch of a new "Village" at Temple Beth El! Jonathan Horn will be spearheading a new group that gathers to watch and discuss movies focused on the American Jewish experience. Villages are small groups at Temple Beth El that gather around shared interests. We'll be starting off with a screening of […]
Andrew Nagorski is an award-winning journalist and author who spent more than three decades as a foreign correspondent and editor for Newsweek. Nagorski's talk is titled: Americans, Hitler, and the Holocaust and will feature insights from his book, Hitlerland: American Eyewitnesses to the Nazi Rise to Power.
Join us for the 10th annual film series, Holocaust in Film. Stay tuned after the screening for a discussion of the film led by local film director, producer, and historian, Michele Forman. Free popcorn is provided for all attendees. About the Film: A documentary about Jewish refugees from Nazi Europe who, at a time when […]
This Torah study meets via Zoom and will cover that week's Torah portion. All levels welcome.
Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82496644850 As we begin a new cycle of Torah reading, we will also begin a new Beit Midrash topic! Each Thursday beginning October 20, we will take a look at the weekly Torah reading through the eyes of Hasidic rebbes (leaders of Hasidic communities) with a special emphasis on the spiritual lessons we can […]
BeAware, SCN’s Introduction to Situational Awareness Course, will teach you how to recognize suspicious or potentially dangerous behavior and threats, and what to do – whether you are in synagogue, at school, or going about your day. Designed for every member of the community, no background in security is required. The course will cover the […]
Let's take a look back over the last year, and a look forward towards our future.
Board of Directors Meeting for the Birmingham Jewish Foundation
Join us for the 10th annual film series, Holocaust in Film. Stay tuned after the screening for a discussion of the film led by local film director, producer, and historian, Michele Forman. Free popcorn is provided for all attendees. About the Film: Au revoir les enfants tells a heartbreaking story of friendship and devastating loss […]
This Torah study meets via Zoom and will cover that week's Torah portion. All levels welcome.
A comprehensive training program to counter an active threat event developed for faith based institutions and houses of worship. Learning Objectives: Identify and explain the steps to survive an active threat incident: RUN, HIDE, FIGHT. Understand how to prepare for an active threat event. Know how to respond to law enforcement’s arrival. Recognize the importance […]
Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82496644850 As we begin a new cycle of Torah reading, we will also begin a new Beit Midrash topic! Each Thursday beginning October 20, we will take a look at the weekly Torah reading through the eyes of Hasidic rebbes (leaders of Hasidic communities) with a special emphasis on the spiritual lessons we can […]
Teaching history responsibility requires a high level of sensitivity and awareness of the complexity of the subject matter. Teaching the Holocaust is no exception. The Museum guidelines provide scaffolding for teaching about the Holocaust and reflect approaches appropriate for respectful teaching in general. Details about the workshop: Workshop is free Snacks will be available 2-hour […]
Join Cantor Wittner and Elizabeth Bloch for a fun and musical Tot Shabbat! Pizza dinner to follow our tot service. RSVP to Kathryn Pautler at kathryn@ourtemple.org or 205-933-8037.
Join Sheri Krell and Ellen Italiaander for the Intentional Walking Village the first Saturday of every month! The first walk will be a "parsha thought" walk and will be a gentle walk with time to stop and reflect on the parsha of the week. The second walk will be a more vigorous one. Walks leave […]
One Saturday per month, in lieu of a sanctuary service, we will meet at Red Mountain Park to spend Shabbat morning together. Led by our clergy, we will spend one to two hours enjoying Shabbat and nature.