Congregant-Facilitated Learning: Beth Am Reading Group

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Upcoming Sessions

1. Friday, July 4, 2025 • 8 Tammuz 5785

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMZoom

2. Friday, July 11, 2025 • 15 Tammuz 5785

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMZoom

3. Friday, July 18, 2025 • 22 Tammuz 5785

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMZoom

4. Friday, July 25, 2025 • 29 Tammuz 5785

1:00 PM - 2:00 PMZoom

Coordinated by Joan Karlin

Join us for in-depth explorations of contemporary Jewish writings! This lay-led group is an outgrowth of the longest running, continuous study group at Beth Am. The group is currently discussing Why the Bible Began, by Jacob Wright.

We welcome new (and old!) participants at any time. Virtual drop-in attendance is welcomed. For the Zoom access link, please contact Joan.

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Fri, June 6 2025
10 Sivan 5785

Upcoming Events

FridayFri, 6 JunJune, 2025

Erev Shabbat Summer Outdoor Service

Friday, Jun 6th 6:15p to 7:30pWe're look forward to coming together for Kabbalat Shabbat services in our beautiful Outdoor Chapel.

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FridayFri, 6 JunJune, 2025

Dessert Oneg Shabbat

Friday, Jun 6th 7:30p to 8:30pCome together after Erev Shabbat services to enjoy some light dessert refreshments!

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SundaySun, 8 JunJune, 2025

Beth Am's 70th Annual Congregational Meeting & Dinner

Sunday, Jun 8th 4:00p to 9:00pAll members are cordially invited, and encouraged to attend in person or to hear an overview of congregational activities and the Treasurer’s Report, honor outgoing board members, and vote in new and returning board members.

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TuesdayTue, 10 JunJune, 2025

The World of Midrash, Taught by Rabbi Yoel Kahn

Tuesday, Jun 10th 7:00p to 8:30pA midrash is “a story about a story in the Torah” (or the Tanakh [Hebrew Bible]). One of the oldest forms of Jewish commentary, midrash moves beyond the “literal” reading of any text to bring imaginative and creative interpretations.

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ThursdayThu, 12 JunJune, 2025

Hineini! Here I Am! — Queer Jewish Liturgy Old and New, Taught by Rabbi Yoel Kahn

Thursday, Jun 12th 7:30p to 9:00pThis session, taught by Rabbi Yoel Kahn in honor of LGBTQ Pride, will examine the creation and evolution of early LGBTQ-informed and -inclusive liturgy in the 1970s and 1980s.

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Fri, June 6 2025 10 Sivan 5785

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