Sh'ma Groups
Sh'ma Groups
Sh'ma Groups offer a simple yet radical idea: to bring our members together to know and be known, learn and laugh, rest and rejuvenate, deepen connections with one another and Beth Am, and to experience the rhythms of Jewish life.
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Sh'ma Groups are small, focused, peer/member-led groups, in which 8-15 Beth Am congregants come together around a shared interest. They meet on a regular basis to create deeper relationships through meaningful, structured conversations in member homes.
An open group listing of groups that are welcoming new members is now available online. Sh’ma Groups are about building face-to-face connections in a digital age, slowing down in a time of speeding up and discovering unique gifts in a world often defined by anonymity, conformity and disposability. Some Sh’ma Groups will be geographic in nature, others will connect around common interests, affinities and/or commitments to Jewish learning and living. All Sh'ma Groups will provide opportunities for Jewish growth and exploration, and will function on the principle that when we create meaningful relationships within the congregation.
If you are interested in learning more about Sh'ma Groups, whether as a participant, a group guide (leader/facilitator), or would like more information, please complete the interest form below.
Sat, May 4 2024
26 Nisan 5784
Community Schedule
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Saturday ,
MayMay 4 , 2024Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, May 4th 10:00a to 10:20a
Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024Beth Am Welcomes URJ President Rabbi Rick Jacobs
Sunday, May 5th 12:00p to 1:00p
We are fortunate to have Rabbi Rick Jacobs visit Beth Am during his West Coast tour. He'll share more about the direction, challenges and hopes of the movement globally and locally, with time for stories and questions from our community. -
Sunday ,
MayMay 5 , 2024South Peninsula Yom HaShoah v’Hagevurah Service of Remembrance
Sunday, May 5th 7:00p to 8:30p
Join the South Bay community for a virtual service as we honor those lost during the Shoah. Local Jewish clergy members, students and musicians will present stories of survival, lead prayers and sing to honor those lost and those who survived the Shoah. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 8 , 2024Beth Am Men Photography Group
Wednesday, May 8th 4:00p to 6:00p
BAM Photo Group is for those interested in photography — from novice to most experienced. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 8 , 2024Beit R'fuah Meeting
Wednesday, May 8th 7:00p to 8:30p
Beit R'fuah, House of Healing, welcomes all who are coping with mental illness themselves or who provide support for loved ones coping with mental illness. -
Wednesday ,
MayMay 8 , 2024Beth Am Women Rosh Chodesh
Wednesday, May 8th 7:30p to 9:15p
Participate in a fun, creative and dynamic celebration just for women each month at the appearance of the new moon. -
Friday ,
MayMay 10 , 2024Beth Am Men Photography Group Field Trip: Ardenwood Historic Farm
Friday, May 10th 10:00a to 1:00p
Beth Am Men Photo Group takes a field trip! We will take pictures and then have lunch together. -
Friday ,
MayMay 10 , 2024Israel Discussion Gatherings
Friday, May 10th 5:15p to 6:30p
Join with other Beth Am members every Friday before the Erev Shabbat service for time to reflect, discuss and listen to one another as we navigate this terribly challenging time for Israel and Jews around the world. -
Friday ,
MayMay 10 , 2024Shabbat Pre-neg Honoring Our Graduating High School Seniors
Friday, May 10th 5:15p to 6:15p
Beth Am is delighted to welcome ALL of our teens and their families to join us for a festive Shabbat Pre-Neg as we celebrate the end of the year and honor our graduating seniors. -
Saturday ,
MayMay 11 , 2024Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, May 11th 10:00a to 10:20a
Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing.
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