Every time we study a text, hear a lecture, watch a movie, discuss or share an idea, listen to a sermon, react to a lesson, or especially ask a question we are engaged in the business of learning: la-asok b’divrei Torah. This institution and our Lifelong Learning program exist to provide as many opportunities as possible for people to engage in that business.
Just as the liturgy shows us loving is a two-way street (God loves us, and we have to love God back), so too is learning in community a two-way street. We can provide as many opportunities as possible, but you have to take us up on the offer. So please, put aside whatever may be obstructing your path to learning and sign up. Whether it is a busy schedule, a feeling of inferiority, a sense of confusion about where to start, or a concern about being lonely or left out, we can do our best address any of these things. But you have to take the first step.
If you do not know where to begin, contact ShowClick Here to View Contact Information, ShowClick Here to View Contact Information, ShowClick Here to View Contact Information, or any member of the staff, and tell us and we will help you find your way to a life enriched by the power of Torah. Join us and enjoy the fruits of learning.
All of our Lifelong Learning programs are open to anyone who is interested. We strive to offer a variety of learning experiences which will meet the needs and interests of our members. All programs are free for students registered in our Tamid program.
Check back throughout the year for class updates!
Summer Learning 2024
Curious about Jewish tradition or know someone who is? Join Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation clergy for a three-session Taste of Judaism course. These three sessions will explore the essential themes of Jewish identity, the triad of God, Torah, and Community. This class is designed for those who are new to Jewish culture and history, or those who are looking to refresh their knowledge. All learners are welcome to join us as we explore Judaism’s relevance in today’s world.
Tuition is $36 per person. Click here to register!
Led by: Rabbi Ashley Barrett
Thursdays, June 27 and July 11, 7:00pm at Aslin Brewing (767 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170)
Join Rabbi Barrett for good conversation and a little bit of learning over drinks at Aslin Brewing in Herndon! Together we’ll dive into some of Judaism’s most fun and weird stories. You won’t want to miss these light-hearted evenings of learning, relationship building, and libations.
Psalms for the Psoul – Getting Our Souls Ready for the High Holy Days
Led by Cantor Susan Caro
Wednesday August 7, 6:30-8:00pm On Zoom Only
Atonement and Forgiveness are huge and challenging ideas, and we return to wrestle with them each year in our journey back into ourselves and through our High Holy Days. In this class, we will turn to ancient texts from the Book of Psalms, for wisdom, guidance and inspiration toward renewed ways of approaching the inner work of teshuvah.
Led by: Rabbi Michael Holzman
Thursday, July 25, Tuesday, August 13, Thursday, September 12, 6:30-8:00pm, in person at NVHC and online
Join Rabbi Holzman for this three-session Summer Book Study of Yossi Klein Halevi’s Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor. Click here to purchase the book; be sure to purchase the edition with responses from Palestinian voices, as we’ll study these as well.
Led by: Rabbi Ashley Barrett
Thursday, July 18 and Tuesday, August 20, 6:00-7:15pm, in person at NVHC and online
Study two provocative and powerful stories of biblical women with agency and power.
Registration
Registration is required for all classes and some classes must meet a minimum number of registrants to run. If you have any difficulties with the registration process, please contact Emily Hummel at emily@nvhcreston.org.
Lifelong Learning at NVHC is supported by donations to the Talmud (Adult Learning) Fund and registration fees. Your continued donations to the Talmud Fund are appreciated.
