In this session, Rabbi Schiff will provide an update on the war from his vantage-point as a resident of Jerusalem. He will take a look at the conduct of the war from the perspective of Jewish ethics, with a particular focus on the plight of the hostages. Rabbi Dr. Danny Schiff is the Foundation Scholar […]
6:00 pm Shabbat Service 7:30 pm Optional Dinner and Learning Experience Since the rise of the Digital Age in the 1990s, human life has been radically transformed. That reality has profound implications for the future of Judaism. In the dinner and learning experience following Shabbat Evening Services, Rabbi Schiff will describe why the Judaism of […]
Scholar in Residence Rabbi Danny Schiff will join us for Torah Study. Rabbi Dr. Danny Schiff is the Foundation Scholar at the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and the founder and president of MOJI, the Museum of Jewish Ideas. He is also a noted teacher, author of Abortion in Judaism, published by Cambridge University Press […]
Rosh Chodesh, literally translated as, “the new month,” has long been considered a holiday gifted to women - when we take time to focus on our own personal growth. Come to connect with other women, to grow and reflect on the month that has passed, breathe, and give yourself the gift of time to focus […]
Conversational Hebrew weekly on Zoom at 1:00 pm Join the Conversational Hebrew Circle to be a part of this meeting on Zoom. The Zoom link to join will be sent to members of the Conversational Hebrew Circle. Temple Beth El Members can sign up to be part of a Circle here.
Taught by Rabbi Greg Weisman Founding Father Benjamin Franklin was famous for his aphorisms and his pursuit of a life of purpose. In The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, he identified 13 virtues that are necessary for a person of morally good character. Inspired by Franklin and informed by Jewish tradition, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Lefin of […]
Join this hands-on workshop where you will learn the art of making healing blankets for Temple Beth El! Whether you are a complete beginner, or looking to expand your skills, this class is a wonderful opportunity to learn a timeless craft and create healing blankets. Healing blankets are sent to our members when sick (in […]
Get your Mahj on! New or experienced, this Beth El circle lets you 'break down your wall' between you and others. Join the fun to play with other members. To receive all the details, please join the Mah Jongg Circle. Members can sign up to be part of this Circle or any of our wonderful […]
1st Grade through 5th Grade Religious School classes at the Beck Family Campus