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Learn more about the Bais Abe Fundraiser on Sunday, March 22 and the Call for Artists here!

 

"Bais Abe" is a warm, welcoming, inclusive modern Orthodox synagogue led by Rabbi Garth Silberstein located in the University City area of St. Louis, close to Washington University. The community combines observance, passionate prayer and deep Torah study with creativity, openness and activism. Surrounded by stately, quiet neighborhoods and adjacent to the Delmar Loop, one of the most exciting urban oasis in the country, Bais Abe is the perfect balance of urban energy and suburban calm. Individuals and families of all backgrounds and levels of observance are welcome.  For more information on upcoming events click HERE.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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  • Thursday ,
    FebFebruary  20 , 2020
     
     
    Parshat Hashavua at Crown Center
    Thursday, Feb 20th 11:30a to 12:30p
    All are invited to join Rabbi Garth Silberstein for a weekly class on Parshat Hashavua (the weekly Torah portion) at Crown Center for Senior Living, 8350 Delcrest.

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  • Sunday ,
    FebFebruary  23 , 2020
     
     
    Judaism 101 with Rabbi Silberstein
    Sunday, Feb 23rd 10:00a to 11:30a
    The class will meet weekly on Sunday mornings at Bais Abe from 10-11:30am, beginning January 5, 2020, except on Jewish holidays, the day before Jewish holidays, or on civil holiday weekends. This class is for anyone who wants to make up for the Jewish education they didn't get growing up. It is appropriate for those interested in conversion to Judaism, for those who are curious to learn more about Judaism, and for Jews who simply want to deepen their understanding of the Jewish tradition. Students will gain the knowledge of Jewish beliefs, history, culture and practice necessary to be able to participate fully in the life of the Jewish community. Enrollment in and completion of this course do not indicate or guarantee acceptance as a conversion candidate by Rabbi Silberstein or by any other rabbi or Beit Din. For more details, see the course description. If you have additional questions, please email rabbi@baisabe.com

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  • Sunday ,
    FebFebruary  23 , 2020
     
     
    Text & Textile: Eat-Craft-Learn
    Sunday, Feb 23rd 4:00p to 5:30p
    Come learn with Rabbi Silberstein while knitting, crocheting, or doing the craft of your choice. The topic of the class is "Troubled Hero: Unpacking the Perplexing Story of Shimshon (Samson)." The first 15-20 minutes of class will be spent helping beginners get started on an engaging project (please bring your own yarn and knitting needles for the beginner's project). More experienced crafters can bring their own project to work on if preferred. Light snacks will be served. All are welcome
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  • Sunday ,
    FebFebruary  23 , 2020
    “The Novel Coronavirus 2019”
    Sunday, Feb 23rd 7:00p to 8:30p
    All are invited to an informational program at Bais Abraham by infectious disease specialists Drs. Morey Gardner, Tessa Gardner, Michael Gutwein, and Greg Storch. They will give an overview of the virus, public health issues, reasonable precautions people can take when traveling, and more. Rabbi Garth Silberstein will add a Jewish/halachic perspective. There will be a question and answer period as well.
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  • Sunday ,
    FebFebruary  23 , 2020
     
     
    Shalhevet Kollel
    Sunday, Feb 23rd 7:30p to 8:30p
    All are invited to study Talmud with alternating teachers Rabbi Garth Silberstein, Maharat Rori Picker Neiss, Dr. Jack Shapiro, and Dr. Wendy Love Anderson. The class is currently learning Masechet Megillah. People of all backgrounds are invited.

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  • Thursday ,
    FebFebruary  27 , 2020
     
     
    Parshat Hashavua at Crown Center
    Thursday, Feb 27th 11:30a to 12:30p
    All are invited to join Rabbi Garth Silberstein for a weekly class on Parshat Hashavua (the weekly Torah portion) at Crown Center for Senior Living, 8350 Delcrest.

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  • Saturday ,
    FebFebruary  29 , 2020
     
     
    Lunch and Learn
    Shabbat, Feb 29th (All day)
    Lunch and Learn sponsored by Stewart Shilcrat & Paula Lemerman to commemorate the yahrzeit of Micah Abraham Lemerman Shilcrat z”l. Speaker: Tom Smith President, Karla Smith Behavioral Health Topic:  "Suicide and the Role of the Faith Community" Tom is retired but spends much of his time on projects for Karla Smith Behavioral Health named in honor of his daughter who had bipolar disorder and died by suicide in 2003. He is the author of eight books, including The Unique Grief of Suicide. He served as the Director of the Pastoral Services Department for the Catholic Diocese of Belleville, IL prior to his retirement and holds degrees in Theology and Religious Education. Karla Smith Behavioral Health: 618-624-5771 https://karlasmithbehavioralhealth.org National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255

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  • Sunday ,
    MarMarch  1 , 2020
     
     
    Judaism 101 with Rabbi Silberstein
    Sunday, Mar 1st 10:00a to 11:30a
    The class will meet weekly on Sunday mornings at Bais Abe from 10-11:30am, beginning January 5, 2020, except on Jewish holidays, the day before Jewish holidays, or on civil holiday weekends. This class is for anyone who wants to make up for the Jewish education they didn't get growing up. It is appropriate for those interested in conversion to Judaism, for those who are curious to learn more about Judaism, and for Jews who simply want to deepen their understanding of the Jewish tradition. Students will gain the knowledge of Jewish beliefs, history, culture and practice necessary to be able to participate fully in the life of the Jewish community. Enrollment in and completion of this course do not indicate or guarantee acceptance as a conversion candidate by Rabbi Silberstein or by any other rabbi or Beit Din. For more details, see the course description. If you have additional questions, please email rabbi@baisabe.com

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  • Sunday ,
    MarMarch  1 , 2020
     
     
    Ice Cream Party with the Rabbi!
    Sunday, Mar 1st 4:00p to 5:00p
    The awesome kids at Bais Abe are invited for an ice cream party with Rabbi Silberstein! Come in your PJs or costumes! Make graggers, conduct in the gragger orchestry, and enjoy a delicious dairy ice cream bar. Please sign up on the website or let Kalanit, kalanit@baisabe.com, know you are coming so that we have enough supplies and food!
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  • Sunday ,
    MarMarch  1 , 2020
     
     
    Shalhevet Kollel
    Sunday, Mar 1st 7:30p to 8:30p
    All are invited to study Talmud with alternating teachers Rabbi Garth Silberstein, Maharat Rori Picker Neiss, Dr. Jack Shapiro, and Dr. Wendy Love Anderson. The class is currently learning Masechet Megillah. People of all backgrounds are invited.

    MORE INFO

 

Tue, February 18 2020 23 Shevat 5780