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Bet HaMidrash
(Educational Activities)

Lifelong Jewish learning is a journey. The Reform Temple of Forest Hills is committed to providing a variety of educational programs to all members. The range from Religious School and family education through adult classes provides a myriad of choices.

The Religious School - The Religious School provides an education for our children which connects them, to their heritage, encouraging them through their Jewish identity, to be members of the Jewish community and to seek further study of Judaism as a way of life. The religious school from kindergarten through confirmation is committed to family education.

Parent’s Association - The P.A. helps parents actively support educational activities so that we may raise our children with a moral center based on liberal Jewish beliefs.

Junior and Senior Youth Groups - Youth groups provide opportunities forleadership, friendship and social action. Adult supervision is provided by our Youth Advisor.

Adult Education - Life-Long Learning A variety of classes, seminars, breakfasts, formal and informal meetings on themes and dialogues are offered throughout the year. We explore spiritual themes while learning and exploring Shabbat and the holidays. Programs enhance the cycle of holidays as well as explore our rich heritage and texts. These are complemented by the Sunday Morning Breakfast Series of lectures and forums with guest speakers.

Rosh Chodesh - The holiday of Rosh Chodesh dates back to biblical times. Its celebration and significance is related to the new moon and the cyclical nature of the seasons. Since the 1970s, women have associated with Rosh Chodesh in order to celebrate, study and learn about women's roles and voices within Judaism as well as serving to enhance knowledge and spirituality.

The Rosh Chodesh Group at The Reform Temple of Forest Hills was formed in 1998 and has grown into a community of women who meet regularly to participate in a member created service, a study session led by a member or guest speaker, and a sharing session which allows us to express our viewpoints and share in common.

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