Code Name Ayalon: Israel ConnectRS Speaker Series
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHow was a nascent Israel able to turn back the armies of five Arab countries determined to destroy her before she was declared a state? 45 Israeli teenagers, who operated a clandestine bullet factory, code name “Ayalon,” were the secret to Israel’s success! Every day for two and a half years, these brave young people […]
Jewish Cookbook Club
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe Jewish Cookbook Club will meet Sunday, February 5 at 12:00 p.m. at RS. Our theme will be salatim, defined by Israeli chef Adeena Sussman as “the spreads, salads, and small plates that mark the opening of a meal.” Pick a recipe, cook, and bring it to share and enjoy. Open to all. Register here.
RS Women Rosh Chodesh New Moon Gathering
NEW DATE Monday, February 6 In Judaism, each new moon ushers in a new Jewish month, Rosh Chodesh. RS Women invites you to participate in this meaningful minhag (custom) on Monday, January 23 at 6:30 p.m., off-site. Location provided closer to the event. Register here.
Introduction to Judaism
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesTuesdays, January 17 through April 11 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. If you are an interfaith couple, considering converting to Judaism, or Jewish and looking for beginner’s education, Introduction to Judaism is perfect for you. Taught by Rodeph Shalom clergy, Introduction to Judaism is designed to provide students with a foundation of the Jewish faith, culture, people […]
Torah Queeries
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCome build queer CommUNITY at Torah Queeries: Nosh and Drash. Please bring your own dinner, and we will eat together as a community at 6:30 PM, followed by discussion with the Rabbi at 7:00 PM. And, you can join us either for dinner or discussion if you cannot stay for the whole evening! Although we […]
Congregational Israel Trip Interest Meeting
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRodeph Shalom is going to Israel! Learn more about this exciting opportunity from Rabbi Freedman on Tuesday, February 7 at 7:00 p.m. Your input is so important as we plan our congregational trip. Contact Jordan Marks at jordanimarks@gmail.com for information. Join Zoom here.
Breaking Bread on Broad Distribution
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesBreaking Bread on Broad (BBoB) now provides food, diapers, and feminine hygiene supplies to up to one hundred families in need each Wednesday morning outside our Green Street entrance. BBoB partners with a variety of Philadelphia non-profits and our own RS members to obtain and distribute these necessary items. We fulfill our RS mission to […]
Mitzvah Meals
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHelp cook and deliver meals for our member families in the midst of personal transitions such as surgeries, illness, or births. Click here to register to help prepare or deliver meals. Questions? Contact Cheryl Dougherty.
Community Morning Minyan
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesEvery Thursday from 8:10-8:30 a.m. on Zoom Are you looking to perform a meaningful mitzvah for our community? Are you observing a yahrzeit? Have you lost a loved one in the past 11 months? Join us for a brief service where we come together to remember and support each other. Join Zoom here. Open to all. Contact Tomas Isakowitz.
Adult Trope Cantillation Class
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThis class is meant to give adults a gateway into studying and chanting any Torah or Haftarah portion. RSVP to Yolanda Jordan