We offer a diverse range of Adult Education programs at Temple Beth El, including Shabbat morning Torah study, Breakfast lecture/discussion series, and a periodic Introduction to Judaism class. In addition, there is a book discussion group, and Adult Hebrew and cantillation classes. Text study programs are held on Shavuot, Tisha B'av and adult discussion takes place on the afternoon of Yom Kippur. We host a annual scholar-in-residence weekend in memory of our founding spiritual leader, Rabbi Manfred Swarsensky, in November. Earlier in the fall a local scholar is asked to speak on a topic related to the upcoming Swarsensky weekend. Check the Calendar section of our website for details about current offerings.
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This is going to be a great year for Adult Ed events. Check below for a description of the various events. We hope you can join us!
ADULT ED EVENTS FOR FALL 2008
What Does Reform Judaism Say About...: November 24 - What Happens after I Die? December 1 - The Purpose of Prayer? December 8 - The Messiah? A series of discussions led by Rabbi Andrea Steinberger, Hillel Foundation Mondays, November 24, December 1, and December 8 7:30 - 9 pm
Breakfast Series Sundays, October 12, 19, 26, November 9, 23, December 7 11 - 12:30 pm We begin with bagels and beverage followed by speaker's presentation at 11:20 a.m. Check back here and in the Bulletin for the list of speakers.
Celebrating the New Women’s Torah Commentary Sundays, Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov, 2, 9 from 9:15 - 10:30 am Come and join us as we celebrate women’s stories in Torah and Midrash recovering their lost voices and exploring their lost histories. Through these narratives we will reconnect with our foremothers building bridges from the past to the present. Rabbi Bonnie Margulis and Barbara Miller, Ph.D. will lead us through biblical and midrashic texts making use of the recently published TheTorah: A Women’s Commentary and other traditional and feminist commentaries. Although you do not have to attend all of them it is recommended that you attend the first on on Sunday, Oct. 12. We look forward to seeing you there!
Reproductive Justice Wednesdays, November 5 and 12 from 7 - 8:30 pm There will be a series of discussions focusing on issues related to reproductive health. We will explore our relevant faith statements; our own perspectives; relevant laws since 1973 both nationally and of Wisconsin; implications of the most recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling in a prayerful, respectful dialogue. We will be using the “Faith & Choices” Curriculum designed to guide us through the myriad of issues and concerns related to the right of conscience and reproductive health.
A Taste Of Judaism: If You Are Curious, Come To Learn!
Wednesdays, November 5, 12, and 19, 7 – 9 PM
A free, three-session class for beginners -- Jewish or not -- that explores the topics of Jewish spirituality, ethics and community designed for Jews and non-Jews, intermarried couples, unaffiliated Jews, and all searching for an entry into Jewish life. RSVP is required by Monday, November 3, to 238-3123 or to tbethel@templebethelmadison.org. Refreshments will be served.
Limood: Let's Learn
Click HEREto see the information Larry's discusses in his August Bulletin article.
What do Shabbat, Chanukah, Torah study, and wearing a tallit have in common? Click HERE to find out.
