Kaplan Minyan
The Bnai Keshet Kaplan Minyan is named for Reconstructionist Judaism founder Mordecai Kaplan, who sought to create a Jewish framework for discussions of ethics, culture, history and current events. They are designed for people who enjoy a communal Shabbat and want to enrich their understanding of Jewish peoplehood in an alternative, less traditional setting.
Upcoming Sessions
All sessions are Saturdays from 10:30am - noon unless otherwise noted
October 13, 2018
Mark Leuchter:Forgetting & remembering Miriam in the Bible: A discussion of Cultural Memory, Mythmaking, and Patriarchal Social Structures
Mark Leuchter is professor of Hebrew Bible and Ancient Judaism and director of Jewish Studies at Temple University. He has written several books and articles on the history of prophecy and priesthood in Jewish antiquity, the role of women in ancient Israelite religion and society, and mythology in early Judaism and Christianity. He also teaches courses on comparative world religion and religion and film, and researches the role of the Bible in contemporary American society and politics.
November 10, 2018
Faith Kaplan:A d'var about her kidney transplant
December 22, 2018
January 19, 2019
Ari Laura Kreith:Jewish activism, theater, and Tikkun Olam
February 16, 2019
March 16, 2019
Michelle Fine
April 6, 2019
Steve Ellman:Israel's Response to violence
May 18, 2019
June 15, 2019
The Kaplan Minyan, which meets in the Red Gables historic house across the parking lot from the synagogue’s main building, begins at 10:30am with selected songs and readings.
Mon, October 15 2018
6 Cheshvan 5779
Upcoming at BK
Shabbat Morning Services begin with morning prayers and Shacharit at 10am
Morning Meditation Minyan
Every Wednesday at 8:00 am
(except July)
Morning Minyan
Every Friday at 7:30 am
Free babysitting every
Shabbat Morning when Youth Bet Midrash is in session.
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