Learning is the heart of congregational life for both adults and children at Temple Beth Shalom. The Beit Midrash Adult Learning Program, providing diverse learning opportunities, is scheduled at varying times to better serve the needs of busy congregants.  Many of our adult education courses are open to the community, Jewish and non-Jewish, through Sulam, a multi-denominational Jewish collaboration among synagogues and agencies to enhance Jewish learning opportunities for adults in the Austin area. Courses are taught by Rabbi Freedman, by members of the Austin Jewish community, and by a core group of Temple Beth Shalom subject matter experts trained in adult education. 

Contemporary Torah study occurs every Shabbat morning at 9:00 am.  Other classes are generally on Sunday mornings and on Tuesday evenings.

Rabbi Alan Freedman to Talk About His Recent Sabbatical!

Join fellow congregants to hear about Rabbi Alan Freedman's recent sabbatical.

May 8- A Jewish View of the New Testament
- if you missed the first night, watch here
May 15- A Reconsideration of Jewish Law on Abortion
- if you missed the second night, watch here
May 29- A Reconsideration of Jewish Law on Abortion and Thoughts on Jewish Community
All sessions are 7:30 - 9:00 at the home of Mark Salmanson

While an RSVP is not required, if you plan to attend please let Verna know so that we have an idea of the number of people to expect.

We look forward to sharing these informative sessions together!

Shabbat Mornings - 9 AM, CAA Room 147 
The study of Torah, which is one of the 613 mitzvot, is of paramount importance in Judaism. Yet who knew that the performance of this mitzvah could be such fun? Under the guidance of Rabbi Freedman, students learn Torah in a relaxed, highly interactive environment. Throw on your jeans and drop in any time to join in this meaningful Saturday morning experience.

Trope – The Art of Torah Cantillation (Chanting)
October 3 (Wednesday) is the start of our Trope class for adults, led by Abby Gostein. Class will meet from 5:30-6:00. Cost for the workbook is $25. Please RSVP to Abby Gostein either by email (music@bethshalomaustin.org) or Temple phone (735-8900).

Congregational Book Discussion
Saturday, May 18th @ 2PM
at the home of Simone & Mike Deitch

Rabbi Amy Cohen will once again lead our congregational book discussion. Our selection for this coming May is 'Once We Were Brothers' by Ronald H. Balson.

"Once We Were Brothers" is a contemporary legal thriller and a poignant look back at a small Polish town during WWII. The author is a Chicago trial attorney, an educator and a writer.

All congregants are invited to read!

Beginning Adult Hebrew - Beginning November 11

Interested in learning the basics of reading Hebrew in a comfortable adult setting, this class is for you. Learn your letters and vowels. Gain a comfort level to read text and liturgy.

Don't miss out!

Sundays 10:50 - 11:50
Location: Murchison Middle School
Teacher: Sarah Strigler