The Shul of New York - A Synagogue for Spiritual Judaism

For more information on any of our programs, please contact Rabbi Burt Aaron Siegel at RabbiBurt@aol.com or call (212) 570-9047.

	Shabbat Dinners Every fourth Friday, the Shul hosts a Shabbat Dinner. These are wonderful events with great food, conversation, and the terrific Shul of New York vibe. The cost of the dinner is $20 per person. If you'd like to attend, contact Karen. The dinners are at the Hope Martin Studio, 39 West 14th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues, Suite 508.

	The Adult Bat/Bar Mitzvah Class An enriching, spiritually extraordinary, and educational course for men and women who never had a chance to be a bar or bat mitzvah, or who want to experience this ritual in a meaningful way for the second time. Elementary Hebrew, Jewish learning, and preparation for the joint bar/bat mitzvah ceremony and Torah reading. Read about the amazing experiences our students have had (PDF file). Meets weekly on Mondays.

	The Shul School We are delighted to inform you that under the leadership of our Education Director, Marsha Leo, and with inspiration and insight from Rabbi Burt, classes for our Hebrew School will begin Monday, September 10, 2007. The Shul School is a program for Jewish youth including their Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Our teachings are based on a rich Reform and eclectic Jewish philosophy and curriculum. Our guidance and inspiration come from the leadership of Rabbi Burt Aaron Seigel. Our curriculum includes two programs, the Chai Program for Jewish Education and the Mitkadem Program for Hebrew Studies. Tuition includes materials, periodic guest artists (Shul Band musicians and more) in the Hebrew School as well as 2 separate Sunday workshops "Creating a Spiritual Experience for the Whole Family" led by Rabbi Burt. Level I: Pre K/K children ages 2-5 (children under 4 with a parent or caregiver). Classes will be held on Mondays from 4 to 4:45 pm. Level II: For children grades 1, 2, and 3. Classes will be held on Mondays from 4 to 5 pm. Level III: For children grades 4,5,6, and 7. Classes will be held on Mondays from 5 to 6:30 pm. All classes will meet at the Hope Martin Studio, 39 West 14th Street #508 (between 5th and 6th Avenues). Tuition: Level I: $750 Level II: $850 Level III: $950 Bar/Bat Mitzvah: $400 Supplemental private Bar/Bat Mitzvah preparation with Rabbi Burt to be scheduled individually. To register contact: info@theshulofnewyork.org. Registration packets will also be available at High Holy Day Services. If you would like to attend, but cost is a barrier, please let us know as we have some scholarship funds available.

	Family Services Our Family Services will resume on October 12, and will be held on the 2nd Friday of each month beginning at 5:30 pm. They will take place at the Hope Martin Studio, 39 West 14th Street, #508. These brief, warm services are led by the Shul School's Aaron Rotenberg. Contact Dara for more info.

	Interfaith Relationship Workshop If you're in an interfaith relationship, planning an interfaith wedding, or already a married interfaith couple, the issues surrounding interfaith relationships can be challenging for everyone. For example: How do we both continue our traditions and heritage? What do we do during the holidays? How do we construct the wedding ceremony? How do we communicate about our relationship to our family? The Shul of New York welcomes people of all beliefs, which is why we've become a home for many interfaith couples. With this in mind, we are excited to offer a 6-week workshop for interfaith couples, providing an opportunity for discussing the many issues surrounding interfaith relationships. The weekly discussion will be led by Rabbi Siegel. In addition, each week one of the couples from our community will join the group to share their story and answer questions about how they've dealt with the many issues of interfaith life. Six Workshop Sessions, $250 per couple Next workshops to start late October/early November. To register, or for more information, please contact Jen.

	Shabbat Torah Study On the second Friday evening of each month at 6:30 p.m., we will as a community meet to discuss the weekly Torah portion from traditional and contemporary perspectives. We will emphasize discovering in the Torah text spiritual insights to guide our lives. Torah study for this year begins October 12 and is held at the Hope Martin Studio, 39 West 14th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues, Suite 508.

	Two great new classes for adults January 9: A one-evening Judaism 101 class led by Rabbi Burt will be held on January 9th. The topic is the basic beliefs of Judaism. Starting January 8: A new Judaism 201 class is set to begin on January 8th. Taught by Rabbi Burt, this is a weekly class on understanding the prayers. Students must be able to read Hebrew. Prospective students can register for the entire 18 week course or for 4 week modules. Please call Rabbi Burt for more information and to register: 212-570-9047.

	Continuing Education For adults who've completed the Bar or Bat Mitzvah, there is a program of continuing education, going further into texts and topics and having lively discussions. This is a great way to continue the experiences and friendships made in the Bar/Bat Mitvah class. We call it "BIMA" for "Bar/Bat Mitzvah Alumni Association."