Encompassing learning, prayer and other innovative experiences, our Center represents the multiple spiritual dimensions of Jewish living and tradition. Our Center is a place to call home, inside and outside walls, because of the many different paths that inspire us to build community, with a Lev Shalem (a full heart). - Anna Simon, Director of Congregational Life Browse recordings of past classes and lectures |
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Programs & Events
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Kieslowski's Decalogue: A Masterpiece of Religious Cinema
Tuesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 20 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM (doors open at 6:45 PM | Adath | RSVP
"The cinema event of the decade." That’s how a ten-part series loosely based on the Ten Commandments was hailed upon its first screenings across the globe. The famed director said it this way, "Everyone seems to accept the Ten Commandments as a kind of moral basis, and everyone breaks them daily. Just the attempt to respect them is already a major achievement. If I had to formulate the message of my Decalogue, I'd say, Live carefully, with your eyes open, and try not to cause pain.”
Join us for a unique opportunity to view the films and engage in dialogue with our community’s rabbis and Lutheran pastors. An Interfaith venture sponsored by: Adath Jeshurun, Bet Shalom Congregation, Hineni (the adult learning center of St. Paul’s Jewish community) and Westwood Lutheran Church.
Schedule:
6:45pm - Doors open
7pm - Film screening
8pm - Clergy response
8:30pm - Table discussions (and ice cream treats)
Tuesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 20 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM (doors open at 6:45 PM | Adath | RSVP
"The cinema event of the decade." That’s how a ten-part series loosely based on the Ten Commandments was hailed upon its first screenings across the globe. The famed director said it this way, "Everyone seems to accept the Ten Commandments as a kind of moral basis, and everyone breaks them daily. Just the attempt to respect them is already a major achievement. If I had to formulate the message of my Decalogue, I'd say, Live carefully, with your eyes open, and try not to cause pain.”
Join us for a unique opportunity to view the films and engage in dialogue with our community’s rabbis and Lutheran pastors. An Interfaith venture sponsored by: Adath Jeshurun, Bet Shalom Congregation, Hineni (the adult learning center of St. Paul’s Jewish community) and Westwood Lutheran Church.
Schedule:
6:45pm - Doors open
7pm - Film screening
8pm - Clergy response
8:30pm - Table discussions (and ice cream treats)
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Scholar in Residence: David Krishef
Friday, July 19 - Saturday, July 20 | Adath
Rabbi Krishef is the author of Reflections on the Psalms, a contemplative, meditative, reflection on verses and phrases from each of the 150 Psalms. Over the course of the weekend/Shabbat, he looks forward to sharing insights about contemplative reading of sacred text and prayer; how you can use this technique to enrich your experience of prayer and study. To learn more about and purchase Rabbi Krishef's book, visit Amazon.
Rabbi Krishef will be speaking on a few occasions on this weekend:
Session 1: During Kabbalat Shabbat
Session 2: After the potluck dinner (just before Birkat Hamazon)
Session 3: The d’var Torah during the Shabbat morning service
Friday, July 19 - Saturday, July 20 | Adath
Rabbi Krishef is the author of Reflections on the Psalms, a contemplative, meditative, reflection on verses and phrases from each of the 150 Psalms. Over the course of the weekend/Shabbat, he looks forward to sharing insights about contemplative reading of sacred text and prayer; how you can use this technique to enrich your experience of prayer and study. To learn more about and purchase Rabbi Krishef's book, visit Amazon.
Rabbi Krishef will be speaking on a few occasions on this weekend:
Session 1: During Kabbalat Shabbat
Session 2: After the potluck dinner (just before Birkat Hamazon)
Session 3: The d’var Torah during the Shabbat morning service
Atid Shabbat Potluck with Rabbi David Krishef
Friday, July 19 | Dinner after 6 PM/Service | Tent | RSVP by June 18 Atid, Adath’s 50+ group will host a potluck dinner following the 6:00 PM service. Rabbi Krishef, author of Reflections on the Psalms, will lead a short session entitled "Birkat Hamazon … more than just gratitude for food!" Adath will provide challah and beverages. Please bring a kosher vegetarian/dairy or vegan dish, salad or dessert to share. *Dinner will be outside (social hall if the weather doesn’t cooperate) |
Perfect Enemy: Author Reading & Book Discussion
Sunday, July 14 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Zoom Alex Sinclair will be joining us from Israel to discuss readings and themes from his latest book, Perfect Enemy. This read is an exciting, suspenseful thriller that poses uncomfortable questions about trauma and revenge, the desire for peace, religious extremism, and the schisms of the Middle East. There will be time at the end of the session for those who read the book to discuss in further detail. We hope you will join us! Check out this video from the author, Alex Sinclair, who speaks about his book and touches on upcoming conversations. Be sure to visit Amazon to purchase the book: Perfect Enemy. Note: This program will not be recorded. |
Biblical Hebrew 1.0 (Beginning) with Lon Rosenfield
Tuesdays, June 2024 - February 2025 | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Zoom | Register Online Biblical Hebrew is our sacred language and understanding it opens up the prayers and Biblical texts to a much higher level of appreciation and meaning. Torah reading becomes much easier and understandable! Prerequesite: People taking this class should be able to read Hebrew consonants and vowels without understanding. If you took the Hebrew Reading class as a part of the Introduction to Judaism program, this is a great follow up class! Required Materials: The First Hebrew Primer 3rd Edition Tuesdays: June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23, August 6, 20 & 27, September 3, 10 & 17, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, Nov 12 & 19, Dec 3, 10 & 17, Jan 7, 14, 21 & 28, Feb 4 NO Class: July 30, Aug 13, Sept 24, Nov 5 & 26, Dec 24 & 31 |
Biblical Hebrew 1.5 (Intermediate) with Lon Rosenfield
Tuesdays, June 2024 - February 2025 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Zoom | Register Online Take your reading of Biblical Hebrew to the next level with this intermediate course. If you have taken Biblical Hebrew 1.0 and are ready for the next step in Hebrew reading. Pre-Req: Biblical Hebrew 1.0 (Beginning) or equivalent Required Materials: The First Hebrew Primer 3rd Edition Tuesdays: June 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23, August 6, 20 & 27, September 3, 10 & 17, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, Nov 12 & 19, Dec 3, 10 & 17, Jan 7, 14, 21 & 28, Feb 4 NO Class: July 30, Aug 13, Sept 24, Nov 5 & 26, Dec 24 & 31 |
Finding a Life of Meaning and Purpose with Rabbi Cytron
Sundays in September | 10:30 AM - Noon | Zoom Join Adath’s Senior Scholar, Rabbi Barry Cytron, for our annual pre-High Holy Days series as he talks about finding a life of meaning and purpose. Note: You only need to register once for the 3-part series (September 8, 15 & 22). Your registration confirmation email will contain your personalized Zoom link to access the class on each date. |
Classes & Study Groups
Tuesday Torah Study
With Adath Clergy & Guest Teachers • Every Tuesday • 12-1 pm • Zoom link • Free Study the weekly parasha (Torah portion). To join by phone, dial: 312.626.6799 Meeting ID: 953 845 093 Summer 2024: Study group is on summer break and will resume in the fall. |
Mussar
With Ofer Geller, Rabbi Kravitz, Hope Melton, Barbara Rubin Greenberg and Heidi Schneider • Days/dates & times vary, click here for class and registration information Dive into Mussar practice! Enrich your life by listening to your inner middot (soul traits). You'll explore a spiritual path of contemplative exercises and text study to help create personal transformations and deepen your connection with yourself, community, and God. |
Downtown Study Group
With Rabbi Harold Kravitz & Riv Ellen Prell Interested? Contact Anna Simon at [email protected]. |
Soul Sisters - a Feminist Beit Midrash
With Hazzan Joanna Dulkin Many of us have heard, told and retold the tales of our fearless matriarchs. The Torah is full of women—but not all of them are recognized to the same level as their male counterparts. What's up with that? In our ongoing study of Biblical women through a feminist sense, we explore the stories behind the stories, examining both ancient and modern midrashim (commentary and stories) to pull Biblical women out of the shadows of the text and center them in the narrative. Through engaging discussion and sharing from our own lives, we strive to more fully understand these Biblical women, and ourselves. All genders welcome. Summer 2024: Class is on summer break and will resume in the fall. |
Intro to Judaism
Open to Jews, people of other faiths or no faith, and those considering conversion. The rabbis of Adath Jeshurun, Beth El and Sharei Chesed Synagogues jointly offer this class. Every participant must have a sponsoring rabbi to meet with initially. Optional: Hebrew Reading (see below for information). 2023-24 class has ended. Contact Anna Simon at [email protected] with questions or to inquire about a future class. |
Hebrew Reading (for Students in the Intro to Judaism Class)
Learn phonetic Hebrew reading and home-based prayer skills (blessings for foods, Shabbat home rituals, etc.), plus some frequently used modern Hebrew terms. 2023-24 class has ended. Contact Anna Simon at [email protected] about future classes. |
Biblical Hebrew 1.0 (Beginning)
With Lon Rosenfield • Tuesdays • 7:30-8:30 pm • Zoom • $50 • Register here 2024-25 Dates: Tuesdays: June 18 & 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23, August 6, 20 & 27, September 3, 10 & 17, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, Nov 12 & 19, Dec 3, 10 & 17, Jan 7, 14, 21 & 28, Feb 4NO Class: July 30, Aug 13, Sept 24, Nov 5 & 26, Dec 24 & 31 Pre-requisite: People taking this class should be able to read Hebrew consonants and vowels without understanding. If you took the Hebrew Reading class as a part of the Introduction to Judaism program, this is a great follow up class! Required material (purchase separately): The First Hebrew Primer Biblical Hebrew 1.5 (Intermediate) With Lon Rosenfield • Tuesdays • 6:30-7:30 pm • Zoom • $50 • Register here 2024-25 Dates: Tuesdays: June 25, July 2, 9, 16 & 23, August 6, 20 & 27, September 3, 10 & 17, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, Nov 12 & 19, Dec 3, 10 & 17, Jan 7, 14, 21 & 28, Feb 4NO Class: July 30, Aug 13, Sept 24, Nov 5 & 26, Dec 24 & 31 Pre-requisite: Biblical Hebrew 1.0 (Beginning) or equivalent Required material (purchase separately): The First Hebrew Primer |
Adult Haftarah Refresher
With Bev Fishman • Free Interested in refreshing your Haftarah reading skills? Contact Anna Simon at [email protected]. |
Beginning Torah Reading for Adults
With Todd Werner • Free Interested in refreshing your Torah reading skills? Contact Anna Simon at [email protected]. |
Social Groups & Clubs
Makom
Powered by young adults, Makom is everybody friendly. Makom, the Hebrew word for space, reanimates ancient Jewish wisdom for today. We're in the land of 10,000 lakes with 10,000 ways to create young Jewish community. Come as you are and ride the waves with us. If you have an idea, let's make it happen. Check out our website page and join our Facebook group. Want to join our Makom email list to hear about future events? Click here to email us. |
Atid
Powered by adults, Atid is everybody friendly. Atid is Adath's 50+ group...it's like summer camp, for grown-ups! Atid, the Hebrew word for future, is for anyone who's looking for opportunities for deeper engagement through gatherings and events that take advantage of all the Twin Cities has to offer, as well as social, spiritual and educational opportunities at Adath. Join our Facebook group To join the Atid email list, contact Anna Simon at [email protected]. |
Hillsiders
Powered by seniors, Hillsiders is everybody friendly. To join the Hillsiders email list, contact Anna Simon at [email protected]. |
Contact Anna for more information about any program, or if the cost for any event or class is prohibitive at [email protected] or 952.215.3911