We
are
pleased to announce a full schedule of classes and events for Wednesday
evenings (through November). We are sure you will find something you
will
enjoy. Please take a moment to look through this schedule and mark your
calendars.
New! Hot vegetarian soup is served.
- Classes meet
from 7:30 to 8:45 unless otherwise noted.
- RSVP is
appreciated so that we can plan accordingly, but not necessary.
- Most classes
will meet at our home, 7334 Rural Lane, in West Mt. Airy (Philadelphia,
PA 19119), but please call or check our website as some events may be
hosted elsewhere.
- Classes are
offered free of charge unless otherwise noted. Sponsorships (in honor
of a birthday or yahrzeit etc.) and donations are always welcome.
- All classes are
for both men and women. Older, mature children who will appreciate a
particular event are also welcome.
- Your input is very important
to us! Please share with us if there is something below you are
especially interested in, or a suggestion for a future program.
- Classes and
events are led by Rabbi Yitzchok and Pessy Gurevitz. Is there something
you can share with the community? Please let us know if you would like
to guest-instruct a future class.
October 26: Feeding Animals
The text of the Shema reminds us that we are obligated to feed our animals before we eat our meals. We will see study how this obligation has been understood and applied in Jewish law and responsahe over the last 1500 years.
November 2: Shehecheyanu!
The beautiful blessing that ushers in our holidays and celebrations is also recited over “new fruits”. But what exactly are “new” fruits? Is a tomato a fruit? Do I have to eat the fruit? These and other questions will help us understand the meaning of this blessing.
November 9: On Your Mind
“You know, I’ve always wondered why…” This week we will discuss and hopefully understand some of your questions about Jewish traditions and observances. Please e-mail your questions about a Jewish practice or observance to rabbig@chabadnwp.org. Feel free to e-mail your questions even if you can’t be present at the class.
November 16: Great Jewish Leaders
Tonight marks the birthday of Rabbi Sholom Ber of Lubavitch (1860-1920). We will share stories and teachings from the life and works of the 5th of the Chabad Rebbes.
November 23: No Class
November 30: Lechem Mishneh: Two Loaves of Bread
Shabbat is ushered in by reciting Kiddush over wine followed by ‘hamotzi’ over two loaves of challah (or any other) bread. We will discuss the reasons, significance and application of this tradition.
Ongoing Classes
Please see below for general notes regarding these classes.
1) The Weekly Torah Reading
Shabbat Mornings: 9:10 – 9:50 am
We discuss a selection of the weekly torah reading, parashat ha’shavua, analyzing the p’shat, the simple meaning of the text, and exploring its philosophical and spiritual message for today. Coffee and cake will be served.
3) Text-Based Talmud Study: Avodah Zarah
Mondays: 8:15 – 9:15 pm
Join us for an hour of text-based Talmud learning.
4) The Tanya: Spiritual Psychology You Can Use
Thursdays: 8:15 – 9:15 pm
The Tanya, the Chassidic classic written by the founder of Chabad Chassidism and first published in 1799, teaches how one can unite mind, heart, body and soul and powerful, practical ways to control and refine thought, speech and action that are relevant to everyday life.
General Notes:
We meet in small groups, and the learning is participatory, with lots of discussion and shakla v’tarya (give and take). These classes (and all of Chabad’s programs) are open to all men and women regardless of affiliation or level of observance. Feel free to sit in or try any of these classes. Most classes can be appreciated by a beginner as well as an advanced learner.
All classes take place at 7334 Rural Lane in West Mt. Airy. All necessary texts are provided, usually in Hebrew and English translation. There is no charge for these classes. If you would like to be updated about changes to any particular class, please let us know and you will be put on the email list for that class.
For more information or to RSVP, please email rabbig@chabadnwp.org or call Chabad at 215-438-5327.