Literature at Lunch
Mark your calendars: Literature at Lunch with Gail Lipsitz will meet at noon to 2:00 p.m. on the following dates: October 20, December 15, March 16 and May 18.
In July 2018, a Gallup poll found that "Immigration Surged to the Top" of the list of what Americans identified as the most important problems facing our nation. Not surprising. Dominating political discussions and featured daily in the news, immigration has become a most troubling and controversial issue, prompting soul-searching and discussions about the essence of America. How might the history of Jewish immigration to the United States in the early 20th century shed light on the experiences of immigrants today? Join our discussion of "Newcomers" the theme of the first Literature and Lunch on October 20. We will discuss a mix of short stories and excerpts from actual accounts:
"The Lie" by Mary Antin (1913)
"Fanny Herself" by Edna Ferber (1917)
"A Walker in the City" by Alfred Kazin (1951)
"Bronx Primitive" by Kate Simon (1982)
Emma Lazarus - Steve Schwartz Sermon Yom Kippur sermon, 5770
We recommend that you read the stories before our meetings so that we can enjoy lively discussions in which all participate. Click on each title to read online or copies of the materials are available in the Kol HaLev room. To view the readings for the December gathering click here.
Adult Education at Beit Lev
Please join us for a new series of Adult Education classes coming on Sunday mornings.
“Adult Ed at Beit Lev”
(Open to all members of Kol HaLev and Beit Lev)
Gather with us on Beit Lev Sundays for bagels, socialization and thoughtful discussions on a variety of topics. 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. in the Chapel. Our first gathering will be on Sunday, October 21, 2018 - What is Jewish Justice?
Join Sam Blau, KHL Social Justice chair, as we explore what justice means in a Jewish context. What is the difference between charitable giving and righteous acts and why do they matter today? Click on the date to register to attend. For more information, contact Carin Galupo. To view the entire schedule of classes click here.
Wise Aging
“How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you was?”—Leroy “Satchel” Paige.
Remember “Satchel” Paige? He was a great African American pitcher who didn't get the
opportunity to pitch in the Major Leagues until 1948, when he was 46 years old and he actually pitched in the Majors until he was 63! Well, not all of us can be like Satchel Paige,
but the question he asked is one that we all should ponder from time to time. After all, the
number of years on the calendar doesn't necessarily reflect how “old” we feel
or what our capabilities or interests may be.
At Kol HaLev, we are planning to provide you with an opportunity to share experiences and ideas about aging well and wisely. So if you’d like to explore the whys and wherefores of getting older, come join us for a series of four small group sessions on “Wise Aging.” The next session will be Sunday morning, October 28 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. in the Kol HaLev room. Participants are asked to pay an $18 fee and purchase a book used during the sessions. To make this project a success we need participants. To register and learn what book is requested for the series click here.
New Adult Ed Class - "Practical Theology"
Rabbi Geoff and Rabbi Steve Silvern will help guide an exploration of various approaches to life and the idea(s) of God, presenting different lenses through which we see the cosmos and our daily decisions. It is an opportunity to learn together about our knowing and seeking and doing, or doing and seeking and knowing. We are interested in the stuff of lived life and how we live meaningfully — what and how we eat, earning and spending money, relationships, ethical action — finding our way through and out of the proverbial “woods.” You are invited to join the learning and discussion on any Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in the KHL room.
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KHL - Please Join Us at Our New Location
We have moved to The Church of the Holy Comforter (CHC), 130 W. Seminary Avenue, Lutherville 21093. All Friday and Saturday Shabbat services will now be held at CHC in the chapel. The chapel is handicap accessible.
Beit Lev Director Position Available
KHL is looking for a new director of its Beit Lev Sunday school program. Please help us find great candidates by sharing this job description with your networks or by following the instructions in the job description to send us your resume and cover letter.
Learn Hebrew!
Of all the entry points into the Jewish wisdom tradition, the Hebrew language is the "Golden Gate." Join Rabbi Geoff on Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Materials will be provided, and in no time you will gain skills to participate competently and comfortably in services, knowledge of key words and meanings, access to the wisdom embedded in the language -- the acquisition of immensely valuable resources to connect with and use, be they blessings, prayers, songs, Torah itself, and other texts. Please join us, your religious life and identity is about to get a lot richer!
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Weather Closing Policy
It is Kol HaLev's policy that if Baltimore County Schools are closed due to weather then any KHL service or event scheduled for that day will also be canceled and/or rescheduled.
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