Introduction to Judaism: The Big Questions
Past SessionsThursday, March 23, 2023 • 1 Nisan 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, March 16, 2023 • 23 Adar 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, March 9, 2023 • 16 Adar 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, March 2, 2023 • 9 Adar 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, February 23, 2023 • 2 Adar 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, February 16, 2023 • 25 Shevat 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, February 9, 2023 • 18 Shevat 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, February 2, 2023 • 11 Shevat 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, January 26, 2023 • 4 Shevat 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, January 19, 2023 • 26 Tevet 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, January 12, 2023 • 19 Tevet 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, January 5, 2023 • 12 Tevet 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, December 15, 2022 • 21 Kislev 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, December 8, 2022 • 14 Kislev 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, December 1, 2022 • 7 Kislev 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, November 17, 2022 • 23 Cheshvan 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, November 10, 2022 • 16 Cheshvan 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday, November 3, 2022 • 9 Cheshvan 5783 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
18-Week Course
Thursday Evenings | November 3, 2022 – March 23, 2023
7:30–9:00 PM
This course will take place online, and will include opportunities for in-person experiences.
A multi-denominational journey into the heart of Judaism taught by six Metro DC-area rabbis representing a variety of Jewish affiliations. No matter your background, the Miller Intro to Judaism Program, developed by American Jewish University, is here to guide you on your Jewish journey. Whether you’re soul-searching or seeking your community, the Intro Program will walk you through Judaism’s big ideas and the nuts and bolts of daily Jewish living.
We know you have questions—so do we—and we can’t wait to discuss them all with you.
$136 Enrollment Fee
Includes digital download and hard copy of the textbook
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Instructors
Rabbi Fred Scherlinder Dobb | Adat Shalom Reconstructionist Congregation, Bethesda, MD
Rabbis Michael Safra and Mitchell Berkowitz | B’nai Israel Congregation, Rockville, MD
Rabbis Adam Raskin and Rachel Simmons | Congregation Har Shalom, Potomac, MD
Rabbi Uri Topolosky | Kehilat Pardes, Rockville, MD
Rabbi Rachel Hersh | Jewish Family Service Agency, Washington DC Metro Area
Rabbi Marc Israel | Tikvat Israel, Rockville, MD
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10 Tevet 5785
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Lessons from Joseph’s Reconciliation with His Brothers (Parashat Vayyigash, January 4) by Rabbi Michael Safra. Click here to watch.
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