Torah Queeries
Come build queer commUNITY at Torah Queeries with student rabbi Sai Koros. 6:30 we gather for dinner (you are welcome to bring your own or pizza is provided) and at 7 we begin our discussion. The Art and Gift of Being Queer In this discussion of Parshat Vayakhel (35:1-38:20, 30:11-16), we will explore each person's […]
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.
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
Empty NestRS at Santucci’s
Santucci's 655 N Broad Street, Philadelphia, PAJoin Empty NestRS at Santucci's after Shabbat Services for a casual dinner and conversation. Register here. For more information, contact Andi Shuster.
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 […]
Shabbat Morning Services
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States(re)Focus Then & Now at Moore College of Art and Design
A new exhibition in two parts, this presentation 1) Then: honors FOCUS, a 1974 project that galvanized the city around the importance of women artists and the feminist movement and 2) Now: showcases artists who are women, nonbinary and gender-nonconforming and racially diverse in Philadelphia’s community of emerging artists, designers, and makers. Contact Ellen Poster.
Berkman Mercaz Limud
Congregation Rodeph Shalom 615 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAt Berkman Mercaz Limud (“learning center”) we foster a sense of love and joy engaging with being Jewish. Building friendships and helping our students feel connected to one another as part of a shared community is foundational and essential to all our programs. To enrich that engagement, we impart Jewish knowledge across a wide spectrum […]
A Diplomat’s Vision for Israel’s Future with Michael Oren
Hear Michael Oren, Former Israeli Ambassador to the United States, at this gathering organized by Friends of United Hatzalah and Congregation Rodeph Shalom & its Israel ConnectRS Connection Group. Registration required here. Contact Ned Hanover.
Introduction to Judaism
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 and history, from a Reform perspective. Topics include Shabbat, The […]
RS Women Rosh Chodesh New Moon Gathering
A discussion on Esther and Vashti - profiles in courage. This event is off-site. Register here. Contact Ellen Poster.