Presented by: Rabbi Lewis Kamrass 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 [...]
Designed for children ages 3-5 and a parent, our YoFI Challah Bakeshop will be led by our chef Rebecca as we make challah and enjoy a yummy dinner. Register today – space is limited to the first 8 families to sign up.
Join fellow adults from our congregation for an exclusive after-hours guided tour of the newly expanded American Sign Museum—the country's largest and most diverse public sign museum. Following the tour, participants are encouraged to continue the evening at a local favorite, Camp Washington Chili, just a short walk or drive away.* *Please note: Dinner is [...]
Delve into the history and development of Zionism, the Jewish nationalist movement that led to the establishment of the State of Israel. Discover the ideological foundations of Zionism, the key figures involved, and the major events that shaped the modern Jewish state.
When homelessness occurs, the most basic needs go unmet. Help Shelterhouse break the cycle of homelessness by preparing, cooking and serving a warm meal to the men staying at the shelter while searching for housing and employment. Shelterhouse is Cincinnati’s largest homeless shelter, providing safety, nourishment, case management, and health & employment services to 210 [...]
Presented by: Rabbi Anna Burke Let us explore the question: Can the Jewish people be sustained by its civil religion? The memory of the Holocaust and its lessons have been integrated into Israeli and American Jewish society both in tandem and at odds over the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. We will explore the ways in [...]
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Family Shabbat: Big Kids Edition, designed especially for families with 4th–6th graders (siblings welcome)! After a casual dinner, we'll gather with the community for a traditional service in the chapel. Then, we’ll enjoy exciting activities like inflatable (bladeless) axe throwing and fowling—plus ice cream to top it all [...]
YoFI Shababa is a fun, interactive, and musical 30 minute Shabbat morning service for toddlers. Shababa is open and accessible to all; come as you are and when you can. The hour of open play after the service is a wonderful opportunity to see old friends and make new ones!
Yellow Ribbon Support Center sends care packages to military members serving for our country, including food, health & hygiene items, and reading materials. To date, they have sent over 36,000 packages to troops in harm's way. Inspired by local soldier Matt Maupin, who was taken captive by Iraqi soldiers in 2004 and finally laid to [...]
Explore the origins and evolution of the Reform Movement within Judaism. Learn about its key principles, influential figures, and the ways it has shaped contemporary Jewish practice and thought. Discover how the Reform Movement has responded to modernity and adapted Jewish traditions to align with contemporary values.
Presented by: Rabbi Anna Burke Let us explore the question: Can the Jewish people be sustained by its civil religion? The memory of the Holocaust and its lessons have been integrated into Israeli and American Jewish society both in tandem and at odds over the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. We will explore the ways in [...]
Presented by: Courtney Anthony Eve is the first woman, mother of all the living, and partaker in fruit from the Tree of Knowledge. We may think we know her story, but a close look at Genesis suggests there is more to Eve than meets the eye. In this class, we will examine the Torah passages [...]
Join us for an exciting night of Fowling, pizza, and drinks! Enjoy two hours knocking down pins while connecting with fellow parents and making new friends. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled evening! Registration closes on January 28th—sign up today! Fowling Warehouse 2940 Highland Ave #230 Cincinnati, OH 45212
Presented by: Rabbi Marc Katz Approximately two thousand years ago, a rabbi named Yochanan made a pivotal and pragmatic decision that would shape the fate of the Jewish people. By examining how the rabbis navigated their own ethical challenges—determining truth, upholding compromise, convincing others, maintaining peace with neighbors, avoiding infighting, and weighing sinning in hopes [...]
Presented by: Courtney Anthony In this class, we will explore how the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth – who lived his entire life as a Jew – became the focal point of a new religion. We will also look at the relationship between the Jewish people and the early church, including antisemitism in [...]
Presented by: Jamie Starr Who or what is God? What is the purpose of prayer? What does it mean to live an ethical Jewish life? Join us as we wrestle with some of the biggest philosophical and theological questions Judaism has to offer. We will read excerpts from modern and contemporary Jewish thinkers like Martin [...]
Join adult women in the congregation for an insightful discussion on Perimenopause and Menopause based on Heather Corinna’s What Fresh Hell is This? Perimenopause, Menopause, Other Indignities, and You. Corinna offers a thorough, engaging look at this life stage, blending personal stories with the science behind women’s ever-changing bodies. Together, we’ll share experiences, advice, laughter, [...]
Experience a meaningful Shabbat service and delicious dinner with friends. Family Shabbat caters to families with children in elementary school. $10/Member Household $18/Guest Household
YoFI Shababa is a fun, interactive, and musical 30 minute Shabbat morning service for toddlers. Shababa is open and accessible to all; come as you are and when you can. The hour of open play after the service is a wonderful opportunity to see old friends and make new ones!
Explore the significance, traditions, and rituals associated with major Jewish lifecycle events, from birth to death. Learn about the ceremonies and customs that mark important milestones such as brit milah, bar/bat mitzvah, marriage, and mourning practices. Understand how these events weave together the fabric of Jewish life and community.
Join us for a special Tu B'Shevat Family Program, where Second Grade families will explore the significance of this holiday within the Jewish calendar and its unique role in celebrating nature and trees. Together, we'll appreciate Tu B'Shevat as the "birthday of the trees," learning about its cultural and historical importance in strengthening our connection [...]
Presented by: Courtney Anthony In this class, we will explore how the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth – who lived his entire life as a Jew – became the focal point of a new religion. We will also look at the relationship between the Jewish people and the early church, including antisemitism in [...]
Presented by: Rabbi Lewis Kamrass 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 [...]
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