Adult Education
Kol HaLev offers many different ways for members to broaden their understanding of Judaism spiritually, historically, culturally and religiously, with special attention to the Reconstructionist viewpoint. Our adult education program topics range from Judaism and Social Justice, and Constructive Conflict, to Reconstructionism 101 and Jews in Rock and Roll!
Most offerings take place in members’ homes. We look forward to having you join us as part of your continuing Jewish education and spiritual journey. Your input and ideas for programming are always welcome.
Special Event: Chosenness in Judaism: Dialoging Across the Divide
On Wednesdays, May 8 and May 15, from 7:30 - 9:00pm , Kol HaLev and Beth El – The Heights Synagogue (BE-THS) will hold a two-session collaborative dialogue series on “Chosenness in Judaism: Dialoging Across the Divide, co-led by Kol HaLev's Rabbi Steve Segar and BE-THS' Rabbi Michael Unger.
The idea of chosenness in Judaism goes back to God’s call to Abraham in the Book of Genesis. Today, some Jews reject the idea of being a “Chosen People” altogether, while others view the concept as central to Judaism. The goal of the program is to practice having civil conversations with others with whom we may not necessarily agree on a given issue. It will begin with an orientation to the qualities of active listening, with Rabbis Segar and Ungar modeling how to constructively listen to and learn from others. Rabbis Segar and Ungar will also present historical and modern texts on the topic of chosenness, providing background for further discussion.
In the second session (May 15), participants will have the opportunity to discuss the topic using the skills and techniques acquired in the prior training and modeling session. While the topic discussed in both sessions will focus on chosenness, these techniques and skills will enable participants to approach other subjects in the same manner.
The dialogues will take place at Beth El-The Heights Synagogue, 3246 Desota Ave. in Cleveland Heights. To RSVP, please email Kol HaLev Adult Education chairperson Alan Federman.
Regular Adult Ed events:
Hug HaSefer — Book Discussion Circle (usually the 4th Thursday evening of the month)
Our Book Discussion Circle meets focuses on Jewish content in both fiction and non-fiction. Contact Kevin Weidenbaum for more information (KJW@oberlin.net).
Mindful Judaism — (usually twice monthy on Shabbat; please check our calendar for specific dates and times)
Meditation and study as an aid to spiritual development. Contact Allen Binstock or Nancy Rubel for additional information.
We are always creating new learning opportunities! Check our calendar for more info.
Additional information about our programs will appear in the monthly Kol HaLev Happenings newsletter and in the Weekly Email update to members.
