Adult Education
A Taste of Judaism
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesA Taste of Judaism Tues., August 16, 23, 30, 6:00 p.m. at RS Designed for those who would like to learn about the foundations of Judaism or for those who may be searching for an entryway into Jewish life. This course explores Jewish perspectives on spirituality, values, and community and will be led by RS clergy. Register […]
Torah Study
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe cornerstone of our learning is our Saturday morning Torah Study. We discuss the weekly Torah portion and have a lively and spirited conversation as we relate this ancient text to our daily lives. No special training or prerequisite courses are necessary for you to attend. Neither is there an entrance requirement for the understanding […]
Yom Kippur Study Session
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin our clergy for a study session. Click here to join virtually.
Israel ConnectRS Speaker Series: “New Hope for Israel and the Middle East” with Jason Isaacson
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin us for a Shabbat dinner and Isaacson’s presentation immediately following Shabbat services. Jason Isaacson, Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer for the American Jewish Committee (AJC), is coming to RS on Friday, October 21. In dialogue with Rabbi Eli Freedman, Isaacson will give us an insider’s understanding of the history and wide-ranging ramifications of […]
Ukraine Crisis Update with Jonathan Ornstein
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesSponsored by The Board of Rabbis of Greater Philadelphia and the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia Jonathan Ornstein will discuss the current situation in Ukraine, how the JCC is helping, and what you can do. The Krakow JCC in Poland has been at the forefront of helping refugees from Ukraine by becoming an indispensable non-governmental […]
ReadRS: “The Case for Reparations,” Ta-Nehisi Coates
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesModerated by Richard Berkman, RS past president, AJC former Chair of National Board of Governors and Community Civil Rights Mission participant The RS Anti-Racism Work Group and ReadRS are partnering with Philadelphia's Jewish community to discuss Ta-Nehisi's article (click below) and to deepen our understanding about truth and reconciliation from the perspective of Jewish values. […]
Weekly Meditation Group
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPlease join us each Friday evening from 4:30-5:30pm for Jewish mindfulness meditation. Our practice includes awareness of breath and body (yoga) to help us welcome Shabbat in the spirit of shalom. Come anytime. Beginners welcome. Join Zoom Meeting