Introduction to Judaism: For anyone Jewish, Jew-ish or Jew-curious!
Upcoming Sessions
1. Wednesday, January 8, 2025 • 8 Tevet 5785
7:30 PM - 9:00 PMB'nai Israel Congregation2. Wednesday, January 15, 2025 • 15 Tevet 5785
7:30 PM - 9:00 PMB'nai Israel Congregation3. Wednesday, January 22, 2025 • 22 Tevet 5785
7:30 PM - 9:00 PMB'nai Israel Congregation4. Wednesday, January 29, 2025 • 29 Tevet 5785
7:30 PM - 9:00 PMB'nai Israel Congregation5. Wednesday, February 5, 2025 • 7 Shevat 5785
7:30 PM - 9:00 PMB'nai Israel Congregation6. Wednesday, February 12, 2025 • 14 Shevat 5785
7:30 PM - 9:00 PMB'nai Israel Congregation7. Wednesday, February 19, 2025 • 21 Shevat 5785
7:30 PM - 9:00 PMB'nai Israel Congregation8. Wednesday, February 26, 2025 • 28 Shevat 5785
7:30 PM - 9:00 PMB'nai Israel Congregation9. Wednesday, March 5, 2025 • 5 Adar 5785
7:30 PM - 9:00 PMB'nai Israel CongregationPast SessionsWednesday, December 11, 2024 • 10 Kislev 5785 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM - B'nai Israel Congregation
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 • 3 Kislev 5785 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM - B'nai Israel Congregation
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 • 19 Cheshvan 5785 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM - B'nai Israel Congregation
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 • 12 Cheshvan 5785 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM - B'nai Israel Congregation
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 • 5 Cheshvan 5785 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM - B'nai Israel Congregation
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 • 28 Tishrei 5785 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM - B'nai Israel Congregation
Introduction to Judaism (Fall/Winter 2024–25 Cohort)
For anyone Jewish, Jew-ish or Jew-curious!
15 Wednesday Evenings (October 30; November 6, 13, 20: December 4, 11; January 8, 15, 22, 29; February 5, 12, 19, 26; March 5)
at B’nai Israel Congregation
$150 (Fee includes the text book)
Whether you want to learn more about your culture, are considering converting, or are eager to incorporate more Judaism into your life, the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is for you.
Join us for an 15-week course that provides fundamental knowledge, practical skills, and clarifying insights into Jewish culture. No matter your age or background, everyone is welcome to join Intro to Judaism and learn about the Torah and Judaism’s many rituals, values, and holidays. Each cohort will explore Judaism’s past, present, and future with guidance from a rabbi.
The Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is the go-to course for anyone interested in building a foundation of Jewish knowledge, how-tos, and practices. Throughout this 15-week course, students of all ages and backgrounds meet to explore significant topics. From rituals and holidays to Torah and values, every cohort is guided by a multi-denominational team of rabbis who bring the past, present, and future together.
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Very limited spaces remain for our 2024–25 Schilit Nursery School — we can't wait to meet you! Registration is also open for our Lessans Talmud Torah (Grades K–8).
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We are accessible
B’nai Israel is proud to be accessible to all.
Large print siddurim, assistive listening devices and page magnifiers are readily available. Our entire building and grounds are wheelchair accessible. We can provide sign language interpreters upon request and subject to availability.
