Bat Mitzvah of Billie Baron
Join us at the Schaefer Family Campus or watch on our livestream.
Join us at the Schaefer Family Campus or watch on our livestream.
The CCAR is developing a new Torah commentary, and Rabbi Mikva was asked to curate material (historical and modern, traditional and radical) for Parashat Noach. Be part of the conversation that shapes this important project! In person and Virtual at the links below. About Rabbi Rachel Mikva Rabbi Rachel Mikva, Herman E. Schaalman Professor […]
Join us at the Schaefer Family Campus or watch on our livestream.
Rabbi Rachel Mikva will focus on dangerous religious ideas—all religious ideas are dangerous—not only those we might consider extremist, but even those that stand at the heart of faith, and your own. Because most religious traditions have always understood this peril, they have transmitted tools of self-critique. Putting Jewish thought and practice in conversation with […]
Join SPECIAL GUEST Rabbi Rachel Mikva to explore the weekly Torah portion. We will uncover timeless wisdom and contemporary relevance in our sacred texts. The discussions will blend traditional commentary with modern insights, creating space for questions, discoveries, and meaningful conversations.
What does it mean to be human? Are we good? Are we free? Are we more than dust? Religious convictions about the fundamental nature of human beings significantly influence public policy related to criminal justice, abortion, gender, and more. They are frequently invoked in America’s contemporary “culture wars.” By broadening our collective understanding of what […]
Interested in a deeper understanding of the basics of Jewish life or thinking about converting to Judaism? Then Temple Beth El’s Introduction to Judaism class might be for you. This 18-session weekly course taught by our clergy with other experts in the community covers topics such as holidays, customs, life-cycle events, values, theology, prayers and […]
Krav Maga is a practical self-defense system developed for the Israeli Defense Forces that focuses on real-world situations and neutralizing threats quickly. Its core philosophy emphasizes avoiding conflict, maintaining calm under pressure, and training for intense circumstances. This course includes 5 sessions with the Krav Maga Master. ALL fitness levels welcome, including those who need […]
Taught by Dr. Kris Lindbeck Join us for a captivating exploration of Elijah—one of Judaism’s most inspiring and enduring figures—scholar and storyteller Dr. Kris Lindbeck. Journey through biblical narratives, Rabbinic midrash, and later legends to discover how Elijah speaks to faith, justice, and divine connection. This course will deepen your understanding of a figure who […]