Herzl-Ner Tamid is committed to lifelong Jewish learning. We have many programs for adults including Jewish text study, Hebrew language classes, parent enrichment sessions, and much more.
Adult Education Classes 2022-23
Introduction to Judaism
Taught by Rabbi Jacob Herber
Sundays beginning October 23 ● 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM ● in-person & via Zoom
This course is open to all, and is perfect for interfaith couples, those raising Jewish children, spiritual seekers, individuals considering conversion, and Jews who want a meaningful chance to reconnect with their Judaism as an adult. This class will be held in-person and online using Zoom to meet and learn together. Those who register will be sent login information prior to the first class on October 23. Please be sure to purchase the books listed on the registration page prior to the first class.
Lunch & Learn: Walking with Mitzvot
Taught by Rabbi Jacob Herber
Every other Wednesday beginning October 26 ● 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ● in-person & via Zoom
Join Rabbi Herber for the series, “The Walking With,” created by the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies in partnership with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, the Rabbinical Assembly, the Women’s League for Conservative Judaism, and the Federation of Jewish Men’s Clubs.
Foundations for a Thoughtful Judaism: Faith & Practice
Taught by Rabbi Jacob Herber
Every other Wednesday beginning November 2 ● 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ● in-person & via Zoom
Join Rabbi Herber for The Shalom Hartman Institute’s latest curricular project, which offers a sophisticated yet accessible introduction to philosophical ideas in Jewish peoplehood, practice, faith, and ethics. Click the registration link below for more information regarding the four rubrics we will be exploring which include Peoplehood, Faith, Practice, and Ethics.
The Jew Among the Nations: Where are We Headed?
Taught by Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum
Monthly Thursdays beginning October 27 ● 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM via Zoom
For the past two millennia, the Jewish posture toward the nations of the world has been dominated by the need to defend ourselves. Times have changed. With the success of Israel and American Jewry, we have a unique moment of opportunity to have a collective impact for good on the world. Yet, antisemitism and anti-Zionism have not disappeared. If we could formulate a foreign policy for the Jewish people today, how much of it would be shaped by our need to defend ourselves? And, how much of it would be shaped by dreams of transforming the world?
Israel Matters: How Christians and Jews May Think Similarly and Differently About the People and the Land
Interfaith discussion with Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum and Rev. Elizabeth Riley
Mondays beginning November 7 ● 7:00 PM – 8:45 PM at Emanuel Episcopal Church
We will explore Jewish and Christian perspectives on what Jews call The Land of Israel and what Christians (and sometimes Jews) often refer to as The Holy Land. Topics include:
- Israel in Judaism and Jewish History
- The Jewish experience outside the Land of Israel
- The Israeli/Palestinian/Arab/Muslim Conflict
What are the roots of our perspectives? Where do we differ? And where can we find common ground?
Adult Hebrew at HNT on Zoom
Taught by Janine Rosenbaum
Take your Hebrew acquisition to the next level. We are open to accepting new students. Now is the time to learn Hebrew! All classes are taught by Morah Janine Rosenbaum virtually through Zoom. The following link below contains all the adult Hebrew classes for the 2022-2023 academic year. The Zoom link is within the Shul Cloud link below or email Janine with questions. Classes include Modern Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, and Prayer book Hebrew. We have the right class for you. If you do not see a class that meets your scheduling needs, please email Morah Janine at janinerosenbaum@comcast.net or call her at 206-963-4933. Thank you for your interest in learning Hebrew.
