Upcoming Learning at B'nai Torah
Beginner's Hebrew and Prayer Hebrew Class with Zipora Rainish
10 sessions on Sundays between June 29 and September 7
10 sessions on Sundays between June 29 and September 7
Beginner's Hebrew from 6PM to 7PM
Learn how to read Hebrew by learning it's alphabet and it's vowels.
Prayer Hebrew from 7PM to 8PM
Explore the vocabulary and structure of the major prayers in the Jewish prayer service.
Brush up on your Hebrew skills this summer. Zipora Rainish will be teaching two separate sessions of Hebrew classes, both on Sunday evenings over the summer and early fall. Sign up for one class for $150 or both classes for $300. - Click here to register
About Zipora
Zipora Rainisch was born in Israel. She served in the Israel Air Force and later graduated from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Following her graduation, she worked for the Israel Institute of Meteorology in Beth Dagan, Israel. Ms. Rainisch also hold a Masters degree in Education from Tel Aviv University. Upon moving to the USA, she was the Religious School Principal at Adas Yeshurun Synagogue in Augusta, GA. After moving to Atlanta, she taught Hebrew at Davis Academy, and Zipora currently teaches Hebrew to adults at Congregation B'nai Torah.
Zipora Rainisch was born in Israel. She served in the Israel Air Force and later graduated from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Following her graduation, she worked for the Israel Institute of Meteorology in Beth Dagan, Israel. Ms. Rainisch also hold a Masters degree in Education from Tel Aviv University. Upon moving to the USA, she was the Religious School Principal at Adas Yeshurun Synagogue in Augusta, GA. After moving to Atlanta, she taught Hebrew at Davis Academy, and Zipora currently teaches Hebrew to adults at Congregation B'nai Torah.
Pre High-Holiday Community Read:
This is Real and You are Completely Unprepared by Rabbi Alan Lew
On Thursdays and Saturdays, beginning Saturday, July 26 at 6:30PM and Thursday, July 31 at 10:30AM
Take advantage of the opportunity to find more spiritual meaning in your daily life and join our Community Read of Rabbi Alan Lew’s book “This is Real and You Are Completely Unprepared.” Using the book as a guide, we will explore the themes of the High Holiday season in a transformative way that invites us to take accountability in imbuing every moment with meaning. Each chapter highlights different aspects of the holidays and their themes, so the sessions will be designed as standalone sessions in case you miss one.
On Thursdays and Saturdays, beginning Saturday, July 26 at 6:30PM and Thursday, July 31 at 10:30AM
Take advantage of the opportunity to find more spiritual meaning in your daily life and join our Community Read of Rabbi Alan Lew’s book “This is Real and You Are Completely Unprepared.” Using the book as a guide, we will explore the themes of the High Holiday season in a transformative way that invites us to take accountability in imbuing every moment with meaning. Each chapter highlights different aspects of the holidays and their themes, so the sessions will be designed as standalone sessions in case you miss one.
Click here to buy the book on Amazon.
SCHEDULE
Saturday, August 16 & Thursday, August 21
Chapters 7 & 8: Opening the Gates and Kol Nidre with Rabbi Breit
Saturday, August 23 & Thursday, August 28
Chapters 9 & 10: Yom Kippur and Closing the Gates with Rabbi Heller
Saturday, August 30 & Thursday, September 4
Epilogue & Closing: Sukkot, Finding the Stars with Rabbi K
Virtual Commute (Most Mondays at 8:45AM)
On Zoom
Each Monday morning, join Rabbi Breit, Rabbi K, or Rabbi Heller for 15 minutes of spirituality to start your work week. Whether you are sitting in the office, driving downtown (please be hands-free!) or just walking downstairs, transition to the work week with a bit of study and spirit. The experience could be a deeper insight from last week's sermon, a sneak preview of next week's study, or something hot off the presses.
Each Monday morning, join Rabbi Breit, Rabbi K, or Rabbi Heller for 15 minutes of spirituality to start your work week. Whether you are sitting in the office, driving downtown (please be hands-free!) or just walking downstairs, transition to the work week with a bit of study and spirit. The experience could be a deeper insight from last week's sermon, a sneak preview of next week's study, or something hot off the presses.
Click here to sign up for reminder emails!
Upcoming Sessions:
Tuesday, August 19 - Breaking the Cycle with Rabbi K
Tuesday, September 2 with Rabbi K
Tuesday, September 9 with Rabbi Heller
Tuesday, September 16 with Rabbi K
Tuesday, September 30 with Rabbi Breit
New! Lunch and Learn Survey
Penny for your thoughts? We're looking to expand our Lunch and Learn program soon and would like your input.
Click here to fill out the survey.
Shaleshudis will continue throughout the summer. During this season of the year we study Pirkei Avot, “The Wisdom of our Fathers” and delve deeper into the proverbial teachings collected in this book of the Mishna.
Nosh & Drash: Not Your Typical Shaleshudis
Join Rabbi K and B'nai Torah friends - new and old - for an intimate and warm experience full of informal learning, rich conversation and meaningful connection. We'll enjoy some quality food to say goodbye to Shabbat while spending time together between Mincha and Ma'ariv. Registration is requested so that we can plan accordingly.
Coffee & Commentary (Most months on Saturdays during Shabbat Services)
Join Rabbi Breit and your B'nai Torah friends from 10-10:45 AM in the Beit Midrash during Traditional Services for "parshanut", Torah study, in an informal, convivial, and thoughtful environment. No previous experience or registration required. Coffee & pastries provided!
Upcoming Sessions:
Saturday, September 13
Saturday, October 4
Saturday, November 8
Saturday, December 6
Prayer Partners
If you are interested in learning to lead services of any kind, please email Rabbi K to set up tutoring sessions. These lessons will be $30 for 25 minutes with a professional.
Living Room Torah
If you (and friends) are interested in making Torah Study part of your weekly routine and are seeking deeper conversations about life and its meaning, then please email Rabbi K so we can set you up with other like minded learner and get a new “Living Room Torah” learning group together.
Wed, August 20 2025 26 Av 5785