Labor on the Bimah
Before Labor Day, Rabbi Shira and Aaron Shneyer lead a justice-themed Shabbat service. Learn about the work that Jews United for Justice is doing to fight for paid family leave.
Food for Thought
Each week over lunch, this class explores different Jewish teachings as they relate to modern life.
Deep Dive: Preparing for the High Holidays
In preparation for the High Holidays, we’ll study the brilliant Rav Kook’s teaching on T’shuvah (Repentance). Students wishing to try out the longer Deep Dive Talmud study should participate in these two sessions.
Adult B’nai Mitzvah Course
This 30-week workshop enables participants to deepen their connection to Jewish spirituality and practice.
- Date:
- Sep 7, 2016 • 7:30 pm ET
- Admission:
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$800 for the 30-week course
- Category:
- 20s & 30s Programming
Man’s Attempt at Thoughtfulness
Combining spirituality, psychology, modern masculinity, and good scotch, Rabbi Scott brings a group of men together to discuss some of life’s more important questions.
The Jewish Welcome Workshop
The class is a mix of lectures, group activities, text studies, and holiday celebrations. No Hebrew language knowledge is required for this class. Those wishing to convert will meet with one of the rabbis individually during the year and beyond.
- Date:
- Sep 8, 2016 • 7:30 pm ET
- Admission:
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SOLD OUT. Click here to be added to the 2017-2018 inquiry list.
- Category:
- Jewish Education
CANCELED: Shabbasana™: Pre-Shabbat Yoga
Prepare your mind and body for Shabbat with Jewish-inspired yoga and meditation. Nama-stay for services following the class; yoga attire is welcome during the service.
- Date:
- Sep 9, 2016 • 6:00 pm ET
- Category:
- 20s & 30s Programming
6th in the City Shabbat: Welcome to Jewish DC edition
Musical and interactive service with Rabbi Shira and musicians Aaron Shneyer and Rick Recht, followed by dinner. Enjoy appetizers and cocktails before the 7:15 pm service.
- Date:
- Sep 9, 2016 • 6:30 pm ET
- Admission:
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Dinner is $12 in advance
$15 day of service
- Category:
- 20s & 30s Programming
Hebrew Bootcamp
Just in time to follow along in your High Holiday prayer book, learn the Hebrew alphabet and vowels. This three-day intensive Hebrew reading course is a refresher for those who forgot and a quick introduction for those learning to read Hebrew for the first time.
God Throughout the Ages
Leading up to the High Holy Days, explore different concepts of God throughout Jewish history with Rabbi Suzy. Take a personalized Jewish matchmaking survey to figure out how your own beliefs or disbeliefs fit into the last 5,000 years of Jewish thought. This two week course empowers students to create their own personal theology in preparation for the Days of Awe.
