The Jewish tradition is rich with holy places, holy days, holy items, and even holy people. But what does it truly mean for something to be deemed “holy” within Jewish life? This course invites us to explore the spiritual significance of both time and space in Judaism, uncovering the inherent holiness in both. We will [...]
In this class, we will journey through the history, folklore, and contemporary customs of Halloween; unraveling the diverse ways in which Jewish communities engage with the popular Western holiday. From discussing the origins of Halloween to exploring Jewish perspectives on themes like death, remembrance, and festive celebration, this class offers a unique lens through which [...]
Who was the historical Jesus of Nazareth? This class will closely examine his life story within the context of the time and place in which he lived. What was daily life like? How would Jesus have practiced Judaism? What was the political climate? And how did a man who lived and died as a Jew [...]
Join us for a special Family Shabbat experience where we're bringing the magic of camp to our temple! Get ready for an evening filled with fun and connection as we gather around the campfire for s'mores and stories. Plus, dive into the spirit of camp with a mixer activity that will bring our community closer [...]
Sweet Cheeks is Cincinnati’s only nonprofit diaper bank whose mission is to promote dignity and health for people in need by increasing awareness of the need for, and access to, essential hygiene products. Please join us in wrapping and packaging clean diapers for families living in Cincinnati and make a real difference in our community [...]
Leave the kids at home and join us for a fun Parent Social at New Riff Distilling! Enjoy two drinks, appetizers, and an optional distillery tour, all while connecting with new friends. This event is for parents of Kehillah-aged children. Space is limited, so be sure to register by October 29th! $9/pp New Riff Distilling [...]
Explore the vast landscape of Jewish literatures and texts, from ancient scriptures to modern writings. Discover how these texts have influenced Jewish life, spirituality, and identity throughout the ages. If you have seen Fiddler on the Roof then you know that we think of ourselves as the people of the book. This week, we will [...]
Join Women Thrive for an invigorating hike right down the road from Wise Temple at French Park! We'll gather for coffee and snacks then enjoy a hike together. In the case of bad weather we'll gather in the Temple lobby.
Join us for the world premiere of Rutka, a powerful indie-rock musical, at Cincinnati’s Playhouse in the Park. Inspired by the real diary of 14-year-old Rutka Laskier in 1943 in Poland, this moving production tells a story of hope, resilience, and resistance among teenagers in the Jewish Ghetto. For one afternoon only, Wise Temple community [...]
Facilitated by Amanda Laskowski, Founder of Cincy Postpartum, a community that has supported over 500 women since May 2022. Discover a comfortable and supportive space to ask questions and connect with other Jewish moms in the same transformative season of postpartum and early parenting. Our Jewish Postpartum Circle is a “Baby + Me” program that [...]
Contrary to what most people think, our classical literature of Bible, Talmud and other rabbinic literature are far from monolithic in theology or emphasis on qualities of God. These great sources reveal wide-ranging ideas of God, with many parallel tracks or viewpoints, none competing with one another, but each to challenge and to stimulate our [...]
In Rabbi Kamrass’ last year of teaching this popular course, we will focus on the ancient rabbinic wisdom and texts that shape our fundamental values on Love, Family, Community and Time. Participants this year will delve into these important ideas and foundational texts to learn and to discuss. No prior experience of Talmud study is [...]
Copyright © 2024 Wise Temple. All rights reserved. Website built by Addicott Web.