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Adult Education

Adult Education

At Temple Israel, we are deeply committed to lifelong learning as a cornerstone of our community. We believe that Jewish education should start early but continue throughout our lives, offering all generations the tools to navigate and reflect on life’s complexities.

Our Adult Education classes and programs are a welcoming space for everyone whether you’re a newcomer seeking to explore your Judaism or a seasoned learner diving deeper into core teachings. Join us as we tackle thought-provoking questions and engage in enriching discussions that empower you to lead a more examined and meaningful life. 


 

Have questions, about our Adult Education programming? 
Reach out to us at writeus@ti-stl.org or 314-432-8050.

UPCOMING Classes & Programs 

 

SundaySun, 4 MayMay, 2025

 
 
Uncomfortable Conversations led by Rachel Holtzman

Sunday, May 4th 9:45a to 11:15aJoin us for Uncomfortable Conversations, a powerful three-part series exploring Noa Tishby and Emmanuel Acho's New York Times-bestselling book, Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew. Led by their book collaborator Rachel Holtzman, this community-wide program creates a space for participants of all backgrounds to discuss Judaism, Israel, and antisemitism and to gain context and confidence when navigating crucial conversations on these topics.

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SundaySun, 1 JunJune, 2025

 
 
Project Shema: Why We Are Polarized and What to Do About It

Sunday, Jun 1st 9:30a to 11:30aThis interactive training, led by Project Shema, offers Jewish leaders the tools and strategies to navigate difficult conversations around anti-Jewish harm. Participants will leave with simple strategies to help others recognize the complex identities and lived experiences of the Jewish people.

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ThursdayThu, 5 JunJune, 2025

 
 
Dinner, Drinks & Dough!

Thursday, Jun 5th 6:30p to 8:30pJoin us for Dinner, Drinks & Dough with baking expert Diane Fadem to learn how to make challah bread from scratch. We'll dine, talk, and make new friends, and the best part is, you'll walk away with enough dough to bake several loaves of challah and a cherished new skill that connects you to this ancient Jewish tradition.

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FridayFri, 6 JunJune, 2025

 
 
Shavuot Shabbat Followed by a Walk Through of the Shabbat Prayerbook

Friday, Jun 6th 6:30p to 8:30pWe invite you to join us at our upcoming Shavuot Shabbat service where you’ll hear an educational sermon from the Rabbis followed by a discussion all about the Shabbat prayerbook — where it comes from, why it was created, and what it means to us today — all while enjoying a delicious dessert Oneg filled with dairy treats.

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ThursdayThu, 12 JunJune, 2025

 
 
Lilith Readers Book Club

Thursday, Jun 12th 7:00p to 8:00pIn honor of the spirit of Lilith, one of Judaism’s lesser known – but by no means lesser than – female figures, the Lilith Readers Book Club is a space for all who are interested in reading feel-good books that explore the relationships, love stories, and adventures that make up the Jewish experience. By reading novels written by Jewish women and about them, we celebrate the tradition of strong women’s voices in literature, all while enjoying a good nosh, some good wine, and the good company of friends. Join us!

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FridayFri, 25 JulJuly, 2025

An Evening To Celebrate Rabbi Mark & Carol Shook

Friday, Jul 25th 6:00p to 10:00pTo commemorate Rabbi Mark & Carol Shook's special birthdays, we invite you to an evening of celebration to honor them and the impact they have made at Temple Israel and beyond.

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ThursdayThu, 28 AugAugust, 2025

 
 
Lilith Readers Book Club

Thursday, Aug 28th 7:00p to 8:00pIn honor of the spirit of Lilith, one of Judaism’s lesser known – but by no means lesser than – female figures, the Lilith Readers Book Club is a space for all who are interested in reading feel-good books that explore the relationships, love stories, and adventures that make up the Jewish experience. By reading novels written by Jewish women and about them, we celebrate the tradition of strong women’s voices in literature, all while enjoying a good nosh, some good wine, and the good company of friends. Join us!

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