**Contemporary Halachic Debates: More Questions, Fewer Answers ** Join Rabbi Faudem for a lively weekly discussion and debate on current, relevant topics. How does Halacha (Jewish Law) impact our everyday opinions and decisions? Participate in this round table discussion as Rabbi Faudem asks you to answer the question: “What are your questions, comments and concerns?” […]
**Simple Instructions For A Complicated Life** Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers) is a rich treasure trove of short, moral and ethical teachings that serve as guides for Jewish living. Join in the exploration of these inspiring materials as Rabbi Faudem presents these morsels of advice and insights of the leading rabbinic scholars of different […]
**RSVP to Rosa Chessler: **[ **rchessler@jccdet.org**](https://mailto:rchessler@jccdet.org/) ** or 248.432.5418** Art lovers and folks who are new to art can learn about a myriad of selected artists and their works. **Thursday, January 18 – Diego Rivera & His Murals** **Thursday, February 15 – Chicago: City for Art Lovers** **Thursday, March 14 – Above Rubies: Jewish Women […]
** Israel’s Top Hits Of Archeological Discoveries** Learn about some of the important discoveries made by archaeologists in Israel in the past few decades. We will learn how the sites were discovered and what was found in them. More importantly, how do these discoveries add to our understanding of ancient Israel, daily life and important […]
Visiting from Haifa, Israel, Professor Yossi Chajes will present his new book, ** _The Kabbalistic Tree_** , a finalist in the Jewish Book Awards. He will explain when, where, and why Jews began to visualize and draw mystical shapes of the Divine in this gorgeously presented history of the “maps of God”. J. H. (Yossi) […]
Learning with our Rabbis: Judaism & Astrology Judaism is incompatible with astrology… right? Join Rabbi Brudney for a three-part course on classical Jewish sources and their take on the stars and their role in determining our lives. Organized by: Temple Beth El View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/6857
**An Angel On Your Back** Do you ever get the feeling that a departed loved one is watching over you? Perhaps you have a strange feeling that someone is trying to communicate with you? Angels are supernatural beings that appear widely throughout Jewish literature. The Hebrew word for angel, mal’ach, means messenger, and the angels […]
Join us at the Jewish Federation of Detroit for an informational meeting about the amazing opportunity to be a host family for an Israeli camper this summer! **NOTE: If you are unable to attend in person, a Zoom option will be available. Please note during registration if you wish to join virtually. Zoom link will […]
National Council of Jewish Women, Michigan is proud to continue its tradition of honoring exceptional Jewish High School Seniors with its annual Jewish Youth Awards. Candidates will be judged on a written essay and on their leadership both in the Jewish and/or secular communities. The program is open to Jewish High School Seniors throughout Michigan, […]
Join us at the Jewish Federation of Detroit for an informational meeting about the amazing opportunity to be a host family for an Israeli camper this summer! **NOTE: If you are unable to attend in person, a Zoom option will be available. Please note during registration if you wish to join virtually. Zoom link will […]
**Parsha Hashavuah (Weekly Torah Portion) ** Each week a different rabbi, cantor or educator will present the weekly Torah portion from his or her own perspective. You never know who will be teaching each week, but it is always enlightening and engaging! Sign up for one ten- week series or the entire year. ** _Students […]
**Jewish Festivals: The Rest Of The Story ** How much do you really know about the origins, developmental histories and backstories of our Jewish Festivals? We tend to take for granted the familiarity of our celebrations and commemorations, not realizing why and how these traditions came to be. The “Rest of the Story” will take […]
