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Upcoming Events!

An In-Depth Look at "Mah Nishtanah/The Four Questions"
Thursday  March 18  7:30-8:30pm
Did you know that the "Four Questions" were originally the "Three Questions"!? Or that the "Four Questions" are not actually questions at all!? Then come join us as we ask some questions about the "Four Questions" and search for answers to the history and meaning of this important part of the Passover Seder.

Prayer Book Hebrew

April 7,8,12, & 14 7:00-8:00pm 
Join Lori Kramer for a fun and engaging introduction to Hebrew. Shabbat services will never be the same!

Ethical Tales From The Talmud
Sunday • April 14 12:15-1:00pm 
A lively discussion that explores the ethical teachings contained in the stories of the Talmud. 

The Path of the Jewish Mourner
Thursday  • April 15  7:00-8:30pm
The Jewish mourning rituals are designed to provide emotional and spiritual comfort and guidance during the difficult period after the death of a loved one. The time to learn about these traditions is before such a loss, so that one feels comfortable and confident observing them. This class will provide a practical overview to Jewish mourning rituals, with an emphasis on Shiva.

Yom HaShoah Service

Sunday • April 11  11:00am - 12:00pm 
Join us as we gather with Jewish congregations from Northwest Indiana and the Southern Suburbs of Chicago to commemorate Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Memorial Day).

CBI-TBE Joint Adult Ed: Nachum

Wednesday  April 21 7:30-8:30pm @ CBI

This prophecy is directed against Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian empire and a symbol of social and political evil. It is the same city that the prophet Jonah prophesied in. Nachum is a book of hope, encouraging trust in the Almighty during times of darkness and oppression.

Allison Levin's Bat Mitzvah
Shabbat • April 24 9:30am

Walk For Israel
Sunday • April 25 

Join the NWI Jewish communtiy as we show our support for Isarel with a walk through Munster.

 

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