JEWISH LEARNING
Adult Education
Adult Learning at Kehilath Israel Synagogue equips our lifelong learners to face the complexity of their lives armed with Jewish knowledge. Whether taking a basic Judaism course or an advanced Talmud seminar, our learners come away from the experience with a greater appreciation of Judaism’s profound depths, and a greater understanding of how to lead an inspired life.
Short class series are often offered prior to holidays. Check the home page and calendar section for updates.
ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES – MEET WEEKLY
SHABBAT AFTERNOON CLASS – with RABBI MOSHE GRUSSGOTT
PIRKEI AVOT – Studying the book, “Ethics of Our Fathers,” with Rabbi Grussgott. Meets before Mincha most every Shabbat afternoon.
SUNDAY – 9:45 am – THE BOOK OF JOSHUA – RABBI MOSHE GRUSSGOTT
Examining the first Book of the prophets, described as the first “sequel” to the Torah, and the conquest of the Land of Canaan/Israel. This course will focus on traditional commentaries, with a touch of modern scholarship and archaeology.
THURSDAYS – 7 pm – WOMEN’S TEFILLAH – RABBI MOSHE GRUSSGOTT
Examining traditional sources in the Torah, Talmud, and codes of Jewish Law that describe women’s obligations compared to those of men as well as present day ritual practice in Orthodox and Traditional shuls.
MONDAYS – 7:00 pm Zoom – EXPLORING THE SECRETS OF THE TALMUD – RABBI HERBERT MANDL
Study this central Jewish text and explore Rabbinic discussions pertaining to Jewish law, ethics, customs and history. Zoom link sent to registered participants. (hjm18@aol.com)
2ND SHABBAT OF THE MONTH – KI WOMEN’S CIRCLE – GATHER. CONNECT. GROW.
Join us every 2nd Shabbat of the month for the KI Women’s Circle—a welcoming and meaningful gathering of women seeking connection, community, and spiritual nourishment. Each month, we explore themes rooted in Jewish spirituality, including the Hebrew month, Jewish thought and other reflective topics that speak to the heart and soul. Come as you are—whether you’re deeply engaged in Jewish learning or just beginning to explore—this is a space to reflect, share, and be uplifted by the power of women coming together.
BAR/BAT MITZVAH