We are a community of seekers, looking to find deep meaning and purpose in the wisdom of our tradition. We wrestle with ancient sources and modern ideas, and in the process work to grow together intellectually and spiritually. We enthusiastically embrace learners at all stages of their journey into Jewish life and practice, from learning our first Hebrew letters to delving into centuries-old texts in their original language. We believe that the process of learning is as important as what we study, and we seek to make the experience one that is soulful, joyful, and communal.
Join BJ’s spiritual leaders, community members, and guest teachers in the practice of lifelong Jewish learning.
The sessions in the first unit, What Does Teshuvah Take? Jewish Ethics of Punishment, Repentance, and Return, are led by Rabbi Alex Braver, Rabbi Hilly Haber (Central Synagogue Director of Social Justice and Organizing), and Rabbi Felicia Sol. Together, we’ll focus on Jewish textual sources and theoretical frameworks for how to restore people to community after wrongdoing, along with the realities of our criminal justice system through Rabbi Haber’s advocacy for, and experience working with, people incarcerated at Rikers Island. We’ll also explore personal “takeaways” about the meaning of teshuvah and restoration in our own lives.
Rabbi Alex Braver, Rabbi Becca Weintraub, Hazzan Ari Priven
Explore the structure, meaning, and melodies of Shabbat prayer through guided learning and singing with Rabbi Becca Weintraub, Rabbi Alex Braver, and Hazzan Ari Priven. Gain tools and inspiration to deepen your experience, whether you’re new to Jewish prayer or a regular.
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel
Sunday, January 31 · 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Rabbi Felicia Sol Senior Rabbi and Rosh Kehillah
Join Rabbi Felicia Sol for a lunchtime exploration of prayer and faith through Jewish tradition, asking what we seek in prayer and how faith can shape our lives, with Torah that nourishes, challenges, and inspires.
Remote Access Only
Weekly, Tuesdays 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Invest in your own Jewish learning alongside other parents and caregivers. Taught weekly by a rotation of BJ clergy and spiritual leaders, each session connects with what students are learning in Kadima and is open to all backgrounds.
Community House – 6th Floor
Weekly, Tuesdays 5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Jonathan Silver
We invite you to join this group, led by Jonathan Silver, as we search for deeper kavannah (intention) in our prayers, ritual practice, and weekly Torah portion.
Remote Access Only
Weekly, Tuesdays 5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Joe Blumberg Senior Rabbinic Fellow
Curious about Judaism, considering conversion, or seeking deeper understanding? Join Rabbinic Fellow Joe Blumberg for a weekly in-person course exploring core concepts, theology, prayer, and practice—no experience necessary. Discover community, meaning, and your unique Jewish path.
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel
Weekly, Tuesdays 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Rabbi Shuli Passow Chief Program Officer
Start your day with soulfulness and equanimity with this weekly mindfulness meditation practice, led by Rabbi Shuli Passow and informed by themes from the Torah portion.
Remote Access Only
Weekly, Wednesdays 8:30 AM to 9:15 AM
Rabbi Becca Weintraub
Pause, reflect, and reconnect through prayer and learning. Explore the Amidah blessing by blessing, looking closely at its words and uncovering new ways to deepen your understanding and connection to this central Jewish prayer.
Remote Access Only
Weekly, Wednesdays 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Rabbi Alex Braver
Join Rabbi Alex Braver for a weekly exploration of surprising Hasidic images of God, world, and self, drawing on centuries-old mystical texts and his original translations to consider what it means to live a meaningful, mindful life.
Rabbi Rachel Cowan Chapel
Weekly, Wednesdays 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM
Rabbi Becca Weintraub
Join Rabbi Becca Weintraub and fellow parents to connect, learn, and grow, while exploring how parenting can deepen Jewish spiritual practice—and how nurturing our own spirituality can help us raise connected, thoughtful, and empowered mensches.
Remote Access Only
Monthly, Thursdays 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Rabbi Shuli Passow Chief Program Officer
Dip into the world of daf yomi (daily Talmud study) with this weekly look at highlights from the past week’s pages. All are welcome—you do not need any prior experience studying Talmud.
Remote Access Only
Weekly, Thursdays 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
Iliana Brodsky BJ Rabbinic Fellow
Join us for weekly parashah study following Friday morning minyan. This cycle, we will ask the question, where do we see God in this text? Together, we’ll consider how the stories of our ancestors' experiences of God relate to our time.
Remote Access Only
Weekly, Fridays 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM