Jewish Ethical Wisdom: Ethics of Our Fathers

Jewish Discovery Center 831 Maple Road, Amherst

Enjoy a complimentary, delicious lunch while listening to an engaging discussion of Jewish ethics from practical as well as spiritual perspectives.

Healing Service

Healing Service
Temple Beth Tzedek 1641 North Forest Road, Williamsville

Held every Wednesday, a brief yet restorative healing serivce with music, meditational moments, and words of prayer.

Free

Annual Meeting

The Park School 4625 Harlem Road, Buffalo

Join us for the annual business meetings and election of officers of the Buffalo Jewish Federation & Foundation for Jewish Philanthropies

Intro to Judaism

Intro to Judaism
JCC Benderson Family Building 2640 N Forest Rd., Getzville

This course is a welcoming exploration of Jewish beliefs, traditions, values, and culture. Designed for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of Judaism, including those who are exploring conversion, members of interfaith couples, and those who are curious to learn more. Through discussions on Shabbat, holidays, spirituality, ethics, Israel, Jewish history, and contemporary Jewish life, participants will gain a deeper understanding of what it means to live Jewishly today. Experiential opportunities, including a Shabbat dinner and a Hebrew session, will complement classroom learning. No prior Jewish knowledge is required. 16 sessions plus a 1 week Hebrew 'intersession' CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Introduction to Kabbalah and Jewish Meditation

In Person

Gate to the Heart In this class, you’ll combine text study, introspective conversation, and simple meditation to introduce the basic concepts of Kabbalah and to experience the reality those ideas describe. Work from the book “Gate to the Heart” by Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi and explore ‘four worlds’, Sefirot, levels of the soul, and different modes of encounter with The Divine. No experience with either Kabbalah or meditation is required, only openness and curiosity. Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:00 pm 8 weeks: October 14 – December 23 Cost: $180 (plus cost of book) Instructor: Rabbi Shlomo Schachter CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies

Center for Jewish Life Torah Studies
Center for Jewish Life 757 Hopkins Rd, Williamsville

Happiness is Learned. Your weekly dose of Jewish inspiration. Hot dinner served The Torah Studies class brings you the tradition of classical Jewish learning in a series of enticing weekly classes. Each class introduces ideas and issues from the current weekly Torah portion and, through discussion and debate, creates a meaningful connection between the timeless wisdom of the Torah and modern-day living.

Free