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Classes and Adult Education

Our adult education program is the cornerstone of our Outreach Center.  We cater to a broad spectrum of learning levels with introductory classes for those with little or no background to yeshiva style programs tailored for those at advanced levels of study. We offer two class formats: ongoing throughout the year, which do not require advance registration, and scheduled sessions which require pre-registration. Most classes are free of charge, unless otherwise noted.

To register for a class, read about each of the courses below.

Around the Torah World in 120 Minutes: Advanced

Mondays, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Join us every week for an incredible two hour journey around the world of Torah. Explore new dimensions of learning as we weave our study of Torah through Chumash with Rashi, Navi, Talmud and Jewish Law in the Mishnah Berurah.This ongoing class meets every Monday and no advance registration is required. Currently we are studying:

  • Rashi's commentary on the book of Bereishis
  • Prophets (currently Chronicles)
  • Talmud: Tractate Berachos
  • Jewish Law: Volume I of Daily Prayer in the Mishnah Berurah.

Around the Torah World in 120 Minutes: Introductory

Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Tuesday's journey around the Torah world includes two hours of lively discussion and exploration based on the weekly Parasha and key Jewish texts. Advance registration is not required for this class. Tuesday's Torah travels include:

  • Weekly parasha commentary from Rashi, Ibn-Ezra, Nachmanides and Maimonides.
  • Analysis and discussion from Rabbi Moshe Chaim Luzzato's, The Way of God.
  • Weekly mitzvah from Sefer haHinnuch, a book reviewing all 613 commandments.

Hebrew Classes: For those short on time, but long on a desire to learn

Missing out on the real meaning of prayers and Torah because you don't know Hebrew? Now you can learn Hebrew with our multi-level day and evening courses for those short on time but long on desire to learn.

We offer daytime and evening classes in beginning Hebrew, prayerbook Hebrew and Hebrew literature. Classes meet for 8 weeks. Cost is $40/members, $60/non-members. Contact Ruthie Benamou for specific times.

Click Here for more information about Hebrew Classes.

The Way of God by Rabbi Moshe Chaim Luzzato

Mondays, 2:00-3:00 p.m.

Start your week off right with a jolt of inspiration from Luzzato's classic, The Way of God. Luzzato's book covers the breadth and depth of how we conceive of God, how we have a relationship with God and how we live a life that is God focused. Class meets Monday mornings from 10:00-11:00 a.m. and is ideal for those looking for an opportunity to learn during the day rather than in the evening. Class is ongoing and open to everyone. Call to register.

2009 Summer Yeshiva Program

JewishROC, in cooperation with the Eternal Jewish Family (EJF) Summer Yeshiva Classessponsors an intensive study program for indiviuals seeking a universally accepted conversion or for those who missed out on a Jewish education. This one-of-a-kind program includes 5 weeks of full-time study in the topics of Torah, Prophets, Pirkei Avot, Jewish Law, Hebrew and the Jewish holidays & calendars. Students from all over the country attend our Summer Yeshiva program to acquire a comprehensive foundation in Jewish thought and practice.

Starting in early July 2009 (contact us for dates)

Summer SEED Program

Every summer we host Yeshiva students from around the country for personalized learning with our JewishROC community. Our SEED program is free of charge and open to anyone who wants meaningful, individualized learning in topics of special interest. In the past, SEED participants have focused on Torah learning, Talmud, Mishna, Mussar, Halachah, Hebrew, and much more.

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One on One Learning

A class environment is not always the ideal setting for everyone’s learning needs. Rabbi Benamou offers one-on-one learning sessions for those who want a specific course of study not offered in our class schedule. To inquire about personalized learning opportunities, contact Rabbi Benamou.

Kabbalah Classes

We offer Introductory, Intermediate & Advanced Classes. Click here for more class information.