"Medinat Yisrael and My Jewish Identity": Significant issues and moments in the history of the modern State of Israel and how they have shaped and impacted the identity of the Jewish people. Class delivered at Midreshet Torat Chesed

Aliyah L'Regel: An inspirational journey through the Jewish Calendar through the lens presented by teachings of great Jewish thinkers. Class delivered at Midreshet Torat Chesed.

Exploring a fascinating custom some have to feed birds specifically on the Shabbat of Beshalach and the special nature of Tu Bishvat

Class with FJL Alumni

Deep dive into the role of 6 women in the book of Shemot who played a pivotal role in bringing about the salvation and redemption of the Jewish people in Egypt.

Aliyah L'Regel: An inspirational journey through the Jewish Calendar through the lens presented by teachings of great Jewish thinkers. Class delivered at Midreshet Torat Chesed.

This class discusses the weekly practice of 'shnayim mikra v'echad Targum' in honor of starting the book and parasha of Shemot, and an introduction to the weeks of 'Shovevim'

"Ripped From The Headlines": Presenting topics in current events considered through the lens of Jewish law and thought. Class delivered at Midreshet Torat Chesed.

In memory of those who lost their lives in the Switzerland fire on Jan 1, 2026.

Topic explores the question of identifying the deceased using scientific methods of DNA, circumstantial evidence in light of the New Year's fire at the restaurant in Switzerland, the Oct. 7 massacre, and 9/11

Aliyah L'Regel: An inspirational journey through the Jewish Calendar through the lens presented by teachings of great Jewish thinkers. Class delivered at Midreshet Torat Chesed.

This class discusses the custom to refrain from Torah study on the night between December 24 & 25 and how a Jew should approach New Years Eve/The Secular Calendar

"From Holocaust to Redemption": Presenting Topics and themes on the Holocaust with their contemporary applications. Class delivered at Midreshet Torat Chesed

Class focuses on America's role in the Holocaust and the heroism of Ori Danino on Oct. 7

"Ripped From The Headlines": Presenting topics in current events considered through the lens of Jewish law and thought. Class delivered at Midreshet Torat Chesed.

Topic explores the question of ma'arit ayin when it comes to the use of cow-free/pareve milk after one has eaten meat, and/or cooking together meat

Aliyah L'Regel: An inspirational journey through the Jewish Calendar through the lens presented by teachings of great Jewish thinkers. Class delivered at Midreshet Torat Chesed.

This class focuses on the fast of the 10th of Tevet, it's message and challenge for our lives.

"From Holocaust to Redemption": Presenting Topics and themes on the Holocaust with their contemporary applications. Class delivered at Midreshet Torat Chesed

Class focuses on the bystander effect and moral responsibility during the Holocaust and throughout history