There are multiple opportunities in 2026-2027 for lifelong learning at Temple Emanu-El! Temple Emanu-El provides adult education opportunities for those interested in expanding their understanding of Reform Judaism and in expanding relationships with other congregants. Through our adult education offerings, Temple Emanu-El supports a safe and comfortable environment to enhance personal and communal growth for our members. Course/class format and topics vary to create adult learning opportunities according to our members’ interests and at their own pace
Beit Midrash – Lifelong Learning
Adult Beginner Hebrew
Facilitator: Elizabeth Bloch
Wednesdays at 5 PM, in-person
September – 30
October – 7, 14, 21, 28
November – 4, 18
December – 2, 9, 16
Learn to read Hebrew in 10 sessions. You will be reading and following the prayer book by the end of the year. You can also begin learning Hebrew at 5:00 pm, followed by Rabbi Young’s Adult B’nei Mitzvah class. Two classes, one trip to Temple with an Adult B’nei Mitzvah in the Spring of 2027.
Adult B’nei Mitzvah Class
Facilitator: Rabbi Young
Wednesdays at 6:30 PM
In-person & via Zoom
October – 14, 21, 28
November – 4, 18
December – 2, 9, 16
January – 13, 20, 27
February – 3, 10, 17, 24
B’nei Mitzvah Service – Saturday, February 27, 10 AM
Cooking with Rabbi Young
Facilitator: Rabbi Young
Sundays at 10:00 AM
In-person
November 15 – Chanukah
March 7 – Purim
April 11 – Passover
June 6 – Shavuot
(Re)Discover Judaism
Facilitator: Rabbi Young
Tuesdays at 6:30 PM
In-person & via Zoom
October – 20, 27
November – 3, 10, 17
December – 1, 8, 15
January – 12, 19, 26
February – 2, 9, 16, 23
March – 2
Mussar
Facilitator: Rabbi Young
Sundays at 10:00 AM
In-person & via Zoom
January – 10, 24, 31
February – 7, 21, 28
Blessing before the Study of Torah:
Transliteration: Baruch atah Adonai eloheynu melech ha-olam a-sher kid-shanu b’mitz-votav vitzi-vanu la-asok b-divray torah
English: Blessed are You, Eternal our God, Ruler of the Universe, who sanctifies us with Your Mitzvot and commands us to engage in the study of Torah.
Torah Study meets on Saturday mornings at 9:00 AM at Temple Emanu-El and 1x month at the Levite JCC. This is an exceptional learning experience, led by clergy, staff, and congregants, with the opportunity for input and thought-provoking discussion.