Temple Beth Am Podcasts

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz is joined this week by Rabbinic Rsident Jacki Honig in a discussion of the most interesting stories, verses and themes in the weekly parasha. This discussion was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom on August 20, 2021. Special Guest: Jacki Honig.

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld offers up short bursts of meditation infused with the imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi Kligfeld's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility.

Join Rabbi Adam Kligfeld for both a survey of, and a partial deep dive into, the seminal work on Repentance/Teshuvah authored by Maimonides/the Rambam. As we confront his Hilkhot Teshuvah/Laws of Repentance, we will understand the Torah’s and the rabbis’ expectations of us during this heavy and important season of return. This class is part of Temple Beth Am's Elul Learning Series 2021: (Re)Buildi...

This season is full of tough work and introspection. With so many opportunities to count our shortcomings, how do we also remember to treat ourselves with kindness, compassion, and love? Join Rabbinic Resident Jacki Honig as we study Jewish sources on self-compassion, learn some techniques for self-love, then put them into action together as a group and with practices to take through the rest of E...

Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Josh Pernick lead a discussion of important issues raised in the hit Israeli TV series "Srugim" and their relationship to halakha (Jewish Law). Each podcast in this series will address an issue raised in a specific episode of "Srugim". This podcast is based on season 3 episode 12. The discussion was conducted via Zoom on August 18. 2021. Special Guest: Rabbi Josh Pernick.

Rabbi Avi Havivi explores the ancient Sabbatical year and how its rules provided the opportunity for our biblical ancestors to heal their land, their society,and themselves. In the class Rabbi Havivi compare and contrasts the Torah's three passages on the subject. This class is part of Temple Beth Am's Elul Learning Series 2021: (Re)Building our Home. The series includes classes on Shmita, Chevra...

Rabbi Adam Kligfeld offers up short bursts of meditation infused with the imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi Kligfeld's voice and direction guide you into a world of serenity and tranquility. (Zoom)

Our inherited tradition is ripe with rituals, some ancient and many that are ever-evolving. Over the course of Elul, we’ll unpack the science of ritual design and learn what really makes a ritual click. Join Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny as she explores the perspectives of contemporary ritual thinkers and we have a blast imagining what rituals are, can be, and should be. You’ll emerge from this cour...

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles in the main sanctuary and via Zoom - August 17, 2021 Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

Rabbi Matt Shapiro explores a framework for what spirituality is within our tradition and how it's centrally located as a Jewish concept that impacts our well-being. This class is part of Temple Beth Am's Elul Learning Series 2021: (Re)Building our Home. The series includes classes on Shmita, Chevra Kadisha, Mental and Spiritual Health, Ritual Innovation, Combating Homelessness in our City, Torah...

Ever thought about joining a Chevra Kadisha? Larry Herman, Jennifer Low and Rabbi Schatz share reasons why this important mitzvah could enhance your life, your commitment as a member of the community and your individual connection to the Jewish soul. This is not a session to learn the laws, customs or practices around Tahara or Shmira, rather to hear stories and ask questions about why this mitzva...

Rabbinic Resident Jacki Honig 's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, Saturday, August 14, 2021. (Youtube/Zoom) Special Guest: Jacki Honig.

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on August 14, 2021 beginning with Deuteronomy Chapter 17 Verse 14. (Youtube/Zoom)

Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Matt Shapiro lead a discussion of the most interesting stories, verses and themes in the weekly parasha. This discussion was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom on August 13, 2021. Special Guest: Rabbi Matt Shapiro.

Rabbi Cantor Hillary Chorny fills in for Rabbi Adam Kligfled and offers up short bursts of meditation infused with the imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi Chorny's voice and direction guide you into a world...

Join Rabbi Adam Kligfeld for both a survey of, and a partial deep dive into, the seminal work on Repentance/Teshuvah authored by Maimonides/the Rambam. As we confront his Hilkhot Teshuvah/Laws of Repentance, we will understand the Torah’s and the rabbis’ expectations of us during this heavy and important season of return. This class is part of Temple Beth Am's Elul Learning Series 2021: (Re)Buildi...

In this class, Rabbi Aryeh Cohen discusses one of the pressing issues faced by our society today and the implciations for our community. Temple Beth Am occupies a large amount of real estate whose public face is welcoming to members and daveners (smiles and welcomes) and could be intimidating and unwelcoming (gates and security) to our unhoused neighbors. Is this a problem? Is it our Jewish proble...

Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Josh Pernick lead a discussion of important issues raised in the hit Israeli TV series "Srugim" and their relationship to halakha (Jewish Law). Each podcast in this series will address an issue raised in a specific episode of "Srugim". This podcast is based on season 3 episode 11. The discussion was conducted via Zoom on August 11. 2021. Special Guest: Rabbi Josh Pernick.

Rabbi Matt Shapiro fills in for Rabbi Adam Kligfled and offers up short bursts of meditation infused with the imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi Shapiro's voice and direction guide you into a world of sere...

Rabbi Avi Havivi's siddur class at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles in the main sanctuary and via Zoom - August 10, 2021 Special Guest: Rabbi Avi Havivi.

Our inherited tradition is ripe with rituals, some ancient and many that are ever-evolving. Over the course of Elul, we’ll unpack the science of ritual design and learn what really makes a ritual click. Join Rabbi-Cantor Hillary Chorny as she explores the perspectives of contemporary ritual thinkers and we have a blast imagining what rituals are, can be, and should be. You’ll emerge from this cour...

As we navigate this challenging time in which so many of us are grappling with questions around mental health and well-being, join Rabbi Elliot Dorff for a nuanced and meaningful exploration of what our tradition teaches about maintaining and supporting mental health. This class is part of Temple Beth Am's 2021 Elul Learning Series: (Re)Building our Home. The series includes classes on Shmita, Che...

Rabbis Rebecca Schatz and Matt Shapiro lead a discussion of the most interesting stories, verses and themes in the weekly parasha. This discussion was conducted at Temple Beth Am Los Angeles via Zoom on August 6, 2021. Special Guest: Rabbi Matt Shapiro.

Rabbi Rebecca Schatz's Shabbat Sermon at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on August 7, 2021. (Youtube/Zoom)

Rabbi Cantor Hillary Chorny fills in for Rabbi Adam Kligfled and offers up short bursts of meditation infused with the imagery, wisdom, and the rhythms of our Jewish calendar including selected verses from the Torah. Many of these meditations are performed in sitting positions; some standing. Simply find yourself a comfortable space and let Rabbi Chorny's voice and direction guide you into a world...