Adult Education
Wherever you are in life and whatever your passion, it is never too late to learn!
From Torah Study to Book Club, our weekly recurring events offer new information, differing perspectives, instruction, discussion and enlightenment.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Fulfill the mitzvah of studying words of Torah as we read and discuss the weekly parsha, how our sages have interpreted it over the years and what it means to us today. No materials or prior Torah or Hebrew knowledge is required. RabbiLuna@templebethel.com
This meeting is for anyone seeking an understanding of the Twelve Steps from a Jewish perspective, regardless of religious background, and is open to all seeking to merge their study of the twelve steps with a path to recovery through Judaic spiritual principles. Facilitator: Recovery5780@gmail.com
Learn Hebrew with a dedicated native Israeli Hebrew instructor. Contact Randy Kashi randybkashi@gmail.com
As liberal Jews who value religious autonomy, how are the concepts of "covenant", brit, and "commandment", mitzvah, relevant to us? In what way is the Torah sacred text for us? RabbiLuna@templebethel.com
Join us for a free flowing informal conversation. We start off with a general topic and you never know where the conversation will go.
Phyllis Aronson phyber97@gmail.com
Join Rabbi Luna at Starz Italian Restaurant for a spirited discussion of a variety of intriguing topics. Contact RabbiLuna@templebethel.com.
Join in lively and spirited discussions of current events with other Temple Beth El congregants.
Russ Bogen: russtbe@gmail.com
Temple Beth El has its own book club. Book selections are published in advance, and are selected for Jewish content and good reviews. Contact Mindi Weinstein mindiweinstein@yahoo.com
The Jewish Francophone Group, conducted totally in French, invites all native French speakers and those with graduate school level proficiency to participate. Everyone in the Temple community is welcome to join and listen. Contact Rachelle Luna
luna@exis.net
The Jewish Hispanophone Group, conducted totally in Spanish, invites all native Spanish speakers and those with graduate school level proficiency to participate. Everyone in the Temple community is welcome to join and listen. Rachelle Luna
luna@exis.net
The History and Heritage of Our People features speakers who are experts in their fields. Topics provide educational content designed to broaden our knowledge of Jewish history and preserve our treasured Jewish heritage.
Flo Giltman: lgiltma1@gmail.com
Join historian Gerry Zeidenberg on his fascinating journeys through intriguing stories in Jewish history, both moments in history and glimpses into the activities and lives of famous and infamous historical figures.