There are multiple opportunities 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.
Beit Midrash – Lifelong Learning
Rabbinic Thought & Literature
Facilitator: Rabbi Adam Wright
Sundays at 10:00 AM
Independent Presbyterian Church
3100 Highland Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35205
September – 8, 15, 22, 29
October – 6, 13, 27
November – 3, 10, 17
Beginning Adult Hebrew
Facilitator: Elizabeth Bloch
Wednesdays at 6:00 PM via Zoom
September – 18, 25
October – 9, 30
November – 6, 13, 20
December – 4, 11, 18
Interfaith Grandparenting Lunch
Facilitator: Rabbi Wright, Cantor Wittner, Elizabeth Bloch, & Monika Singletary
Thursdays at 12 PM
Jasper Room
September 19
December 12
March 13
May 8
Studying the Psalms
Facilitator: Monika F Singletary
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM via Zoom
October – 23, 30
November – 6, 13, 20
December – 4, 11, 18
January – 8, 15, 22, 29
February – 5
Glassworking Workshop
Facilitator: Rhandie Weaver
Jasper Room
October 20
Registration will open soon!
Controversial Topics in Jewish Texts
Facilitator: Rabbi Adam Wright
Sundays at 10:00 AM
Hess Chapel
January – 5, 12, 26
February – 2, 9, 23
March – 2, 16
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 with Rabbi Wright &/or Cantor Wittner. This is an exceptional learning experience, led by clergy, staff, and congregants, with the opportunity for input and thought-provoking discussion.
Join us via Zoom on Saturday morning: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86458041679 (email monika@ourtemple.org for the password)