upcoming community learning and events
​Upcoming Learning:
Wednesdays Ongoing - Chasidic Insights Into the Weekly Parsha with Rabbi Dr. Erin Leib Smokler
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Upcoming Events:
Jan 26 - Maharat in Chicago
Feb 3 - Ethan Davidson at Maharat
Chasidic Insights into the Weekly Parsha with the Maor VaShemesh Second Semester
Wednesdays: January 8 - May 21
12:30-1:30 PM ET on Zoom
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​​Continuing on for a second semester and not to be confused with the Meor Eynayim, the Maor VaShemesh was R. Kalonymus Kalman Epstein (1753-1825). A student of R. Elimelech of Lizhensk, he is known for his writings on humility, sacred community, and transformative journeys. His commentary on Torah is referred to, in some circles, as the "Shulchan Aruch of Chassidut," a cornerstone of the movement. Whether you joined for the fall or are just considering joining, all are welcome. Details for registration here:
Cost:
$250
Maharat Students & Alumnae: free
*Financial assistance is available. Please contact Rachel Zorbaron
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Schedule:
12:15 PM: Lunch
1:00 PM: Welcome and Opening Teaching with Rabba Sara Hurwitz
1:30 PM: Session #1, Choose from: Rabbanit Dr. Devorah Schoenfeld '19, Questions Christian Students Ask About The Tanakh or Rabbi Marianne Novak '19, How to Fight Fair (learned from a case of a very unfair fight)
2:30 PM: Session #2, Choose from: Rabba Rachel Kohl Finegold '13, Hamil-Torah: Teach Them How to Say Goodbye (Washington and Moshe Rabbenu on Leadership Transitions) or Rabbanit Goldie Guy '17, Compassionate Communication in the Jewish Tradition
3:30 PM: Chabura Learning with Current Maharat Students: Chana Borrow '26, Sara Singer '27 and Jennifer Zukerman '28
4:15 PM: Learning with Rabbi Aaron Finkelstein and Closing
4:45 PM: Mincha/Maariv
Please register ahead to help us plan for your participation! Once registered for the day you can expect to receive a follow up email with payment details.
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