Saturday Mornings from 9:30-10:30 am
Please join us for our weekly in depth study of the weekly parasha (torah portion) led by our clergy. This class draws on modern interpretation, classic commentary, and midrash (rabbinic tales) to elucidate contemporary meaning from our sacred text. No prior knowledge of Hebrew necessary.
KAM Isaiah Israel has a rich history of engaging adult learning. From scholar in residence weekends, to weekly lectures, classes, and seminars KAMII strives to be a Center of Jewish Learning in the Chicago area.
Our beginning Hebrew program starts at the very beginning with a comfortable learning curve for students new to the Hebrew alphabet. The textbook, Aleph Isn't Tough, focuses on reading skills, particularly reading skills, particularly reading and understanding our prayer book. The class focues on the prayer book Hebrew right from the start so that your new knowledge can enrich your worship experience from Day One.
Tuesdays at noon throughout the year. Join us once a month to discuss a new, tantalizing topic. Bring your lunch, we'll provide some food for thought (and dessert!)
For dates and times of the next Munch and Learn, which typically occur on the second Tuesday of the month, please see the calendar.
Past topics have included:
The Rabbi Arnold Jacob Wolf Memorial Committee was established to honor the life of Rabbi Wolf, who served as Rabbi of KAM Isaiah Israel Congregation from 1980 to 2000 and Rabbi Emeritus until his death in 2008. The committee plans special programs in accordance with Rabbi Wolf's interests in teaching and Jewish theology.
Past programs include:
The Rabbi Hayim Goren Perelmuter Memorial Fund was established in honor of our beloved teacher, friend, and spiritual leader for the purpose of sponsoring programs and activities that reflect and honor his vision, creativity, scholarship, and passion for Jewish life.
The Jacob J. Weinstein Committee was created by the congregants of KAM Isaiah Israel to honor the memory of Rabbi Jacob Weinstein, leader of the congregation from 1939 until 1967. He was a spiritual leader as well as an internationally known scholar, preacher, and social activist. The Committee endeavors to honor Rabbi Weinstein by sponsoring Scholar-in-Residence and other weekends that explore some of his areas of interest, particularly social action, the arts, and Jewish thought and culture.
Past Weinstein Weekends have included:
