Join Rabbi Hershenson and Temple Beth Tikvah members in study, discussion and community engagement. Through our Jewish adult education classes, B’nai Mitzvah program, Havdallah with a Maven and Havdallah and a Movie events, we learn together, connect with each other and explore the ancient and modern Jewish story.
Moral Courage: A Learning & Practice Group
1st & 3rd Sundays of each month
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom
TBT’s Moral Courage Group is seeking new members! Are you looking for a brave space to discuss current events and controversial topics? Are you looking for an on-going learning experience that brings you into community with other TBT members? Then the Moral Courage Group is perfect for you.
To sign up, please email Lauralei at lauralei.garrity@gmail.com. See a list of our upcoming meeting dates and topics below.
2023 Schedule:
January 1 & 15: Pretty Privilege: How Do We Benefit & How Are We Harmed?
February 5 & 19: Oregon’s Black History
March 5 & 19: Prison Reform
April 2 & 16: Disability and Accessibility
May 7 & 21: The History of U.S National Parks
June 4 & 18: 2SLGBTQIA+ Language & Current Issues (Repeat)
July 2 & 16: Anti-Black Racism (Repeat)
August 6 & 20: Unconscious Bias: How Does it Work & How Do We Become Aware?
September 3 & 17: Antisemitism & Hate Speech
October 1 & 15: History of Immigration in the U.S: Why is There a Problem Today?
November 5 & 19: Mental Health in the U.S: Perspectives from Neurodivergent People
December 3 & 17: Adultism & Intergenerational Healing: How Do We Support and Empower Children?
Check the calendar for meeting information.