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Every Shabbat morning from 9:00 to 10:00 AM (currently by Zoom and livestream; check the calendar for class dates and links to class registration pages), a large and enthusiastic group comes together for Torah Study. Members of the Beth Am clergy teach this class, which focuses on a thoughtful reading of the parashah of the week, exploring the historical, ethical and spiritual questions raised by the text.
We explore Torah on three levels:
- What meaning did it hold in its original ancient Near East setting?
- How have our sages and commentators understood the text over the centuries?
- What personal and communal meaning does it hold for us today?
Every session offers learning, lively interchange and ample opportunity for questions and discussion. People of all levels and backgrounds are welcome, and Hebrew knowledge is not required. No prior study of the Torah or Hebrew knowledge is needed. It is not necessary to read ahead or prepare. Although this is an ongoing class, drop-in attendance is welcomed. Be sure to stay after to continue the conversation through the Good Book Cafe breakout room discussions.
- World Union for Progressive Judiasm - Weekly Torah Commentary
- URJ 10 Minutes of Torah is a daily program with many good commentaries 5 days a week!
- JTS Online includes many different links to Torah Commentary, Holiday information, Programs and Podcasts - go explore and learn.
- Tablet Magazine Online includes news and information from all types of Jewish perspectives.
Interesting Podcasts - Unorthodox: Many good interviews in Unorthodox - most recent an interview with Isaac Mizrahi and there was an excellent different perspective on Purim by Rabbi Ari Lamm.
- JudaismUnbound
Torah Study Memory Book
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For all of you who would like your very own piece of the Torah Study Memory Book (which was presented as a retirement gift to Rabbi Marder), now's your chance!
Limited edition, high-quality giclée art prints are being made of the cover art by our very own members, Sterling Haidt and artist Lisa Rauchwerger. Artwork measures 10.5" W x 9.25" H on 17.5" x 19" paper. Prints cost $72 each (4 x chai =18) with a portion of the proceeds to be donated to Beth Am. If you are interested in placing an order, please contact Lisa, (877) 321-7925.
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January 23, 2021 |Bo Exodus 10-1−13:-16
Led by Rabbi Jeremy Morrison
January 16, 2021 | Va-eira Exodus 6-2 − 9-35
Led by Rabbi Sarah Weissman
Jan 9, 2021 | Sh'mot Exodus 1-1–6-1
Led by Rabbi Jeremy Morrison
January 2, 2021 | Va-y'chi Genesis 47-28 – 50-26
Led by Rabbi Jonathan Prosnit
Dec 26 , 2020 | Parashat Vayigash, Genesis 44-18 –47-27
Led by Rabbi Sarah Weissman
December 19, 2020 | Parashat Mikeitz Genesis 41-1–44-17
Led by Rabbi Jeremy Morrison
Tue, January 26 2021
13 Sh'vat 5781
Schedule

Talmud Study (via Zoom)
Thursday, Jan 28th 12:00p to 1:00pRabbi Sarah Weissman leads this weekly class in which we study selections from the Talmud and other rabbinic sources.

Jewish Spirituality (via Zoom)
Thursday, Jan 28th 1:30p to 3:00pCome explore various Jewish beliefs, from traditional to modern, about the meaning of our lives and our world.

Torah Study (via Streaming and Zoom)
Shabbat, Jan 30th 9:00a to 10:00aOn Shabbat morning, join a member of the Beth Am clergy for a virtual Torah study session. Stay for the virtual Good Book Cafe!

Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, Jan 30th 10:00a to 10:20a Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing.

Slow Torah: Lay-Led Torah Study Class
Sunday, Jan 31st 9:00a to 10:00aSlow Torah is a new lay-led class that continues the Beth Am tradition of studying the Torah verse by verse.

Beyond Bubble Baths and Breathing: Teen Mental Health Series for Parents and Educators
Wednesday, Feb 3rd 7:00p to 8:30pJoin for this 2-part series which will explore how we can support our teens through the pandemic while also seeing opportunities for growth.

Talmud Study (via Zoom)
Thursday, Feb 4th 12:00p to 1:00pRabbi Sarah Weissman leads this weekly class in which we study selections from the Talmud and other rabbinic sources.

Jewish Spirituality (via Zoom)
Thursday, Feb 4th 1:30p to 3:00pCome explore various Jewish beliefs, from traditional to modern, about the meaning of our lives and our world.

Torah Study (via Streaming and Zoom)
Shabbat, Feb 6th 9:00a to 10:00aOn Shabbat morning, join a member of the Beth Am clergy for a virtual Torah study session. Stay for the virtual Good Book Cafe!

Good Book Cafe
Shabbat, Feb 6th 10:00a to 10:20a Join other Torah Study participants for some discussion and schmoozing.