Thank you to everyone who joined us for Welcome Back Shabbat, a family-friendly celebration filled with an interactive, camp-style service, great food, and even better company. We loved seeing so many familiar (and new!) faces,…
By every measure, libraries have changed dramatically over the past generation. Many of our senior congregants remember when a library was defined by shelves of books, encyclopedias, fiction, and reference volumes. Librarians not only cared…
If your, or someone you know, are exploring Judaism, currently enrolled in an introduction to Judaism course, or considering conversion, we invite you to join Derech, a new year-long journey to discover the wisdom, traditions,…
Dr. Lenore C. Kipper, Judaic Studies Director Emerita Middot, Enduring Virtues and Values of Judaism Anavah: Humility As we approach Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur, we enter a time of reflection for ourselves as individuals,…
As we look back on our previous season of programs at the Temple Beth Am library, it is an appropriate time to reflect on the remarkable growth and accomplishments we have achieved during the past…
Dr. Lenore C. Kipper, Judaic Studies Director Emerita Middot, Virtues, and Values, an Essential Part of our Tradition What are Middot? Jewish virtues (middot) are really the values that represent the essential principles of Jewish…
For nearly a decade, we have been concerned with the widespread rise of antisemitism in America and around the world. We have discussed how to tackle the problem, how to reduce the rising tide of…
An unforgettable evening of food, community and meaningful connection. Drum circles, sound baths, farm-to-table dinner and so much more... Shavuot Milk & Honey Night was one for the books.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Meeting as we reflected on the 2024–2025 fiscal year and celebrated the individuals whose dedication and contributions made it all possible.
Dr. Lenore C. Kipper, Judaic Studies Director Emerita After Torah: Time for Tanach, The Books of the Bible The Book of Ezekiel, Priest and Prophet Ezekiel was born in the kingdom of Judah and was…