May 2021
The Apostle Paul: 1st Century Reform Jew?
Rabbi Joshua Garroway, PhD, Professor of Judaeo-Christian Studies, & of Early Christianity & 2nd Commonwealth, HUC/LA Paul’s disparagement of the Torah & his conferral of the Abrahamic covenant on Gentiles have earned him the reputation among Jews as a huckster who abandoned Judaism to create another religion. Is it possible we've been too hard on Paul? Might modern Jews come to see him as a loyal Jew – indeed a Jew much like ourselves?
Find out more »Four Towering Figures Who Changed World History
Join Professor Stephen Berk for this exclusive Virtual Series covering four towering figures who changed world history. Featuring Live moderated chat, and post-talk Q&A with Prof. Berk each session.
Find out more »Anti-Semitism Across America With Bari Weiss
Panel and audience Q&A. With panelists Rabbi Gelfand and panelists Rabbis Laurie Rice, Adam Wright, and David Locketz.
Find out more »The Argentinean Jewish Experience
From Jewish cowboys to fugitive Nazis, Argentina has a Jewish story to tell. Join this series to discover what there is to cry for, and what there is to celebrate in the Jewish Argentinean Experience.
Find out more »Be Your Best Self with Esther Blum
Esther Blum, an Integrative Dietitian and High Performance Coach, reveals the secrets of looking well and feeling well. In her private practice, Esther helps women permanently lose weight, eliminate the need for medication, lose stubborn belly fat, and reverse chronic illness. She is the bestselling author of EAT, DRINK, AND BE GORGEOUS; and CAVEWOMEN DON’T GET FAT, among other books.
Find out more »Annual Benefit
We are thrilled to invite you to join us for a virtual celebration of our sacred “family of families” on Tuesday, May 11 from 6:30-7:30pm. Mark your calendars for this heart-warming, entertaining, and joyous hour! While the pathway towards normalcy brightens each day, we know that the financial constraints of this pandemic are not behind us yet. As a community, we have faced the challenges of the past. Join via Zoom Here
Find out more »Tikkun Leil Shavuot: The Hakafah In Heels
THE HAKAFAH IN HEELS: An Insider Look At The Life And Times Of Our Female Clergy. Rabbi Buyer-Witman and Cantor Altshul reveal what it’s like to be women in the clergy. In honor of Shavuot, they will share their favorite Torah portions. Join via Zoom.
Find out more »Steps To Stress Less In A Post-Pandemic World In NYC
Created by PAUL MERAGE, Merage Institute, IsraAID, and trauma expert DR. DEBRA KALMANOWITZ, this self-care/mental health online session provides practical strategies and useful resources to improve your ability to cope with stress. Experience IsraAID’s expertise in promoting emotional well-being. Sponsored by TI Refugee Relief Task Force.
Find out more »Tangled Identities, Evolving Beliefs
Presented by the Temple Emanu-El Streicker Center.
Find out more »Jews on the High Seas
Joshua Holo, PhD, Dean & Assoc Professor of Jewish History, HUC/LA Braving pirates & mother nature, medieval Jews pursued their business, communal, & religious interests by crossing the known world, at great risk. Voyage through time on the pilgrimages, explorations, & trade routes!
Find out more »June 2021
Navigating Uncertainty with Optimism
Miriam Heller Stern, National Dir, School of Ed, HUC The Jewish people have a long history of creative thinking as a tool for adaptation, disruption & survival. Join us for an interactive session where we will explore creative Jewish sensibilities that help us be bold, refuel, & recharge our optimism.
Find out more »Reel Judaism – I Am Not Your Negro
Temple Israel's Summer Film Series. I Am Not Your Negro The story of race in modern American told through James Baldwin’s reminiscences and observations. Documentary: 95 minutes Hosts: Dr. Eric Alterman and Rabbi David Reinhart
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