Bereshit I – From Adam to Abraham at BJE

BJE Campus 3320 Dundee Road, Northbrook, IL, United States

The stories take us from the universal tales of the creation of the world, the flood, and the Tower of Babel to the foundational tales of Abraham and Sarah, and the beginnings of the Jewish people. The themes of family and faith, honor and dishonor, passion and power provide a rich exploration of our people […]

Bundling Core – Rhythms of Jewish Living – Holidays at NSCI

North Shore Congregation Israel 1185 Sheridan Road, Glencoe, IL, United States

Rhythms of Jewish Living (8 sessions) developed at Hebrew University, Jerusalem, examines a variety of ancient and modern texts that reveal the depth of meaning found in our Jewish holiday practices. No homework, no tests, no pressure! Where – North Shore Congregation Israel, 1185 Sheridan Road, Glencoe, IL When – Mondays noon – 1:00 pm, […]

Israeli Literature at BJE

BJE Campus 3320 Dundee Road, Northbrook, IL, United States

Israeli Literature As A Window To Israeli Society This course of study offers a fresh and fascinating examination of Israeli society since the birth of the State in 1948. Through the pens of its leading writers, participants encounter an Israeli society that is original, contemporary, honest and proud. Reflections of the mythic Israel are matched […]

Jewish News Update – Wednesday mornings, winter/spring 2020

BJE Campus 3320 Dundee Road, Northbrook, IL, United States

Carl Schrag, former Editor of the Jerusalem Post, has turned this class into one of our most sought after learning opportunities. After successfully teaching the Rachel Wasserman Scholar Course, Beyond Borders:  Insiders & Outsiders for two years to a large group of enthusiastic learners who were mostly Melton graduates, master educator Carl’s in depth course on current […]

Shemot II – Revelation and Revolution at WSTHZ

West Suburban Temple Har Zion 1040 N. Harlem Avenue, River Forest, IL, IL, United States

This course follows the development of the emerging Jewish nation from their awe-inspiring encounter at Mount Sinai through the building of the tabernacle in the wilderness. The high points of divine revelation in “Ten Commandments,” “Encountering God,” and “Face to Face with God” are sharply contrasted with the low points of the “Golden Calf: Revolt or Reversion.” […]

Jewish Denominations – Temple B’nai Israel

Temple B'nai Israel 400 N. Edgelawn Drive, Aurora, IL

(10 lessons) This course examines Jewish identity and religious expression against the backdrop of dramatic political and social change. Students gain extensive insights into the historical and ideological developments of the major movements and explore the impact of gender, assimilation, Israel, and post-denominationalism on the movements and the Jewish people. **TBI members register directly with […]

Modern Living/Maintaining Balance at Temple Chai

Temple Chai 1670 Checker Road, Long Grove, United States

This four-part course takes a look at a selection of classic and modern Jewish texts from the renowned Florence Melton School curriculum that relate to this contemporary challenge. Participants will discover Jewish wisdom that helps us to balance between the needs and demands of family, work, community and self. Day/Time: Wednesday evenings, 7:00 – 8:30 […]

Jewish Answers to Life’s Most Challenging Questions at Etz Chaim

Etz Chaim 1710 S. Highland Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

When dealing with life’s hardships and disappointments, when the suffering is overwhelming or the loss is devastating, many people ask themselves timeless Questions like these: Why do good people suffer? Why is there so much evil in the world? Is everything that happens per-ordained? Can’t God make a miracle for me? Answers are explored in […]

Jewish Denominations – Etz Chaim

Etz Chaim 1710 S. Highland Avenue, Lombard, IL, United States

(10 lessons) This course examines Jewish identity and religious expression against the backdrop of dramatic political and social change. Students gain extensive insights into the historical and ideological developments of the major movements and explore the impact of gender, assimilation, Israel, and post-denominationalism on the movements and the Jewish people. **Etz Chaim members register directly […]

Modern Living: Maintaining Balance at Temple B’nai Israel

Temple B'nai Israel 400 N. Edgelawn Drive, Aurora, IL, United States

(4 sessions) Participants will discover Jewish wisdom that helps us balance between the needs and demands of family, work, community and self. Temple B'nai Israel, 400 N. Edgelawn Drive, Aurora, IL Sunday afternoons, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm, begins TBA Faculty: Rabbi Ed Friedman TBI members, register directly with Rolly Cohen at 847-291-7788 x1304 or […]