The Rabbi Arnold and Rae Goodman Learning Institute
The Goodman Institute (est. 2002) makes it possible for every member of the Ahavath Achim community to travel his/her own path to Jewish learning. We offer a wide variety of programs (mostly free of charge) designed to serve the needs of beginning learners, advanced learners and everyone in between. Our scope includes the fundamental texts of Conservative Judaism, Jewish history, Zionism and Israel, religious beliefs, practices and rituals, Jewish philosophy, Hebrew language and all aspects of Jewish culture, including literature, music, art and drama.
We believe adult learning fosters a lifelong commitment to personal spiritual growth, expanding Jewish intellectual society, and passing Jewish literacy and learning from generation to generation. Ahavath Achim offers adult education opportunities throughout the year with regularly scheduled classes, special programming, guest speakers, and special events.
Every Wednesday | 5–6:00 p.m. | In-Person and Via Zoom
Join Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal for a deep dive into the minds of our rabbis and the Rabbinic tradition. Explore the central text (the Talmud) of our Jewish life and learn the basic structure of this amazing and impactful spiritual book. This year, we will be exploring the Talmud Tractate Megillah, Chapter 3. No previous experience with Talmud is necessary. Questions? Contact Rabbi Laurence Rosenthal (lrosenthal@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5744).
Refer to our events calendar for meeting dates.
Every Wednesday | 7:30–9:00 p.m. | Via Zoom
Join us every Wednesday for Biblical Hebrew Class, led by Hebrew instructor, Jim Dricker. In this class, we will cover all aspects of grammar and a well-rounded basic vocabulary. Students set the pace of the program, and we will proceed as fast or as slow as the majority of the class requests. We might take two years to complete… maybe more… perhaps less! The only prerequisite is the ability to sound out Hebrew words.Required textbook: The First Hebrew Primer: The Adult Beginner's Path to Biblical Hebrew, Third Edition by Simon, Resnikoff, and Motzkin (available on Amazon and other book sellers)
Refer to our events calendar for meeting dates.
Every Saturday | 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Via Zoom or Cavalier Room
Join us every Shabbat morning for Torah Study, where lay leaders, rabbis, and congregants lead lively discussions about the weekly parashat. This discussion requires no special knowledge and is designed to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the Torah and the wisdom of our Sages.
Questions? Contact Michael Miller (mgmiller@sloan.mit.edu).
5785 Torah Study Schedule
Date | Parsha | Facilitator |
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8.3.24 | Mattoth Mase | Andy Zangwill |
8.10.24 | Devarim Hazon | David Joffe |
8.17.24 | Vaethanan Nahamu | Barbara Feinberg |
8.24.24 | Ekev | Steve Chervin |
8.31.24 | Reeh | Brooke Rosenthal |
9.7.24 | Shof'tim | Lois Frank |
9.14.24 | Ki Tetze | Mark Budnitz |
9.21.24 | Ki Tavo | Judy Marx |
9.28.24 | Nitzavim Vayelech | Stephen Nagler |
10.3.24 | Rosh Hashanah Day 1 | Michael Miller |
10.5.24 | Haazinu Shuvah | Paul Feldman |
10.12.24 | Yom Kippur | Doug Ander |
10.19.24 | Chol HaMoed Sukkot | Steve Grossman |
10.26.24 | Beresheet | Andy Zangwill |
11.2.24 | Noah | Paul Feldman |
11.9.24 | Lech L'cha | Brooke Rosenthal |
11.16.24 | Vayera | Steve Chervin |
11.23.24 | Chaya Sarah | Rabbi Rosenthal |
11.30.24 | Toledoth | Judy Marx |
12.7.24 | Vayetze | David Kriger |
12.14.24 | Vayishlah | Rabbi Sandler |
12.21.24 | Vayehev | Linda Lippitt |
12.28.24 | Mikketz | Doug Ander |
1.4.25 | Vayiggash | Joe Citron |
1.11.25 | Vayhi | Linda Lippitt |
1.18.25 | Shemoth | Judy Marx |
1.25.25 | Vaera | Rabbi Rosenthal |
2.1.25 | Bo | Rabbi Sandler |
2.8.25 | Beshallah Shirah | Stephen Nagler |
2.15.25 | Yithro | Andy Zangwill |
2.22.25 | Mishpatim | Rabbi Mike Rothbaum |
3.1.25 | Terumah Shekalim | |
3.8.25 | Tetzavveh Zachor | Judy Marx |
3.15.25 | Ki Tissa | Mark Kozinn |
3.22.25 | Vayakhel Parah | Rabbi Mike Rothbaum |
3.29.25 | Pekude Hashodesh | Rabbi Rosenthal |
4.5.25 | Vayikra | |
4.12.25 | Tzav | Ryan Posner |
4.19.25 | Pesach Day 7 | Judy Marx |
4.26.25 | Shemini | Steve Chervin |
5.3.25 | Achre | |
5.10.25 | Kedoshim | Rabbi Rosenthal |
5.17.25 | Emor | Judy Marx |
5.24.25 | Behar | |
5.31.25 | Behukkotai | |
6.7.25 | Bemidbar | |
6.14.25 | Naso | Andy Zangwill |
6.21.25 | Beha'alotcha | |
6.28.25 | Shelah L'cha | |
7.5.25 | Korach | |
7.12.25 | Chukat | |
7.19.25 | Balak | |
7.27.25 | Pinchas |
Every Saturday | 12:30–2:00 p.m. | In-Person
Two Mondays a Month | 10–11 a.m. | Via Zoom
Join mAAc members, fellow congregants, and Rabbi Neil Sandler twice a month for Rabbi Sandler's current events discussion group! Rabbi Sandler continues to keep us informed about current events affecting the Jewish Community. He teaches us not only to be aware of the current events but also to understand them.
Refer to our events calendar for meeting dates.
One Saturday a Month | 12:45–1:45 p.m. a.m. | In-Person and Via Zoom
Join us one Saturday a month to learn about and discuss current issues involving Israel. With the incredibly complex reality that the Jewish state finds itself, the goal of this group is to learn and discuss. We will read through recent articles and publications highlighting major issues and welcome educators, advocates, Israeli Government, and NGO professionals to share their thoughts, work, and hope. Learning is at the core of this experience, so come with an open mind and heart.
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Every Third Wednesday of the Month | 12–1 p.m. | Offices of Birnbrey, Minsk, Minsk, and Perling (1801 Peachtree Street NW #300, Atlanta, GA 30309)
Join the rabbi for lunch and learning. To RSVP or pre-order lunch, contact Jill Rosner (jrosner@aasynagogue.org; 404.603.5741).
Refer to our events calendar for meeting dates.
Every Second Wednesday of the Month | 2:30–3:30 p.m. | The Piedmont at Buckhead (650 Phipps Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30326)
Learning and discussion with the rabbi.
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