B'nai Israel Congregation

Sunday, October 18 (and continuing for 7 more sessions) 11:30 AM–12:15 PM Learn to lead weekday services and/or to chant Torah. These practical skills-focused classes are set up as units; participants may sign up for one unit or for both. Unit 1: Intro to Chanting Torah with Cantor Bolts October 18, 25, and November 8, 15 Unit 2: Intro to Leading Weekday Services with Cantor Josh November 22, and December 6, 13, 20

Join our Shlicha, Netta Asner-Minster, for a study in memory of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks in honor of the shloshim (30 days) since his passing.

Wednesday, December 2 (and continuing for 7 more sessions, skipping December 24 and 31) 7:30 PM Explore the major historical periods and events of Jewish history, beginning with the biblical period and up until 1917. Make your way through the Jewish communities of Babylonia, Spain, the Middle East, and Europe. This class serves as introduction to a course in the spring of 2021, Israel’s Milestones, presented by the Hartman Institute.

(Thursday, October 15 (continuing for 11 more sessions, skipping November 26, December 24 & 31, concluding on January 21) 9:30–11:00 AM $75 for B’nai Israel members or Friends of Haberman Institute $90 for general public History thinks of the prophets as superheroes: people who can see the future, speak with God, and communicate inspiring messages. But how is the prophetic message received? Nobody wants to hear that society is doomed unless people make changes they are not prepared to make. With all their eccentricities, it is easy to dismiss the prophets. This was as true in ancient times as it is today. Through text study, our diverse group of rabbis explores the role of the prophet in ancient times to understand the implications of the prophetic message for today. Presented by the Haberman Institute for Jewish Studies.

Join Alan Ronkin, Director of the Washington DC Regional Office, American Jewish Committee (AJC) for a discussion about the Abraham Accords Peace Agreement. The AJC has played a key role in facilitating relationships between Jewish and Israeli leaders and leaders in several Gulf countries, including the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. Alan will enlighten us on the collaborative activities that are underway and prospects of other Arab countries developing formal diplomatic relations with Israel. This program is co-sponsored by Men's Club and Sisterhood. Please RSVP to Steve Goldberg (smgold999@gmail.com).

Engage with the weekly parsha during these interactive discussions led by community members and by clergy. Contact Wendy Fanaroff with questions (wfanaroff@gmail.com).