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Adult Learning

For 2,000 years, the synagogue, responsible for educating generations of Jewish students and families, has stood at the center of Jewish life and learning. For more than 150 years, since the earliest days of Reform Judaism in the United States, Rodef Shalom Congregation has been Pittsburgh's response to this historic chain of tradition.

Hear world-renowned speakers, check out our thought-provoking small study groups, or attend educational programs like concerts and films that are both are enriching and entertaining. We have educational opportunities for all ages.

The mission of the Lifelong Jewish Learning Program at Rodef Shalom is to passionately and actively facilitate all aspects of Jewish learning for the Rodef Shalom community and to help Rodef Shalom remain a local and national leader in Reform Jewish education, in concert with the goals of the Reform movement, through rabbinic-led, lay-led, and outside guest-led lectures and programs. We are here to promote Jewish Living through Jewish Learning.

Upcoming Learning Opportunities

  • Synagogues of Middle Europe
    Synagogues of Middle Europe
    Thu, Jan 15
    Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum
    Jan 15, 2026, 12:00 PM – Mar 27, 2026, 2:02 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Join us for this exhibit of photographs by David Aschkenas, on display in the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum from January 8 to March 27, 2026.
  • Torah Study at Forbes & Murdoch (Temple Sinai)
    Torah Study at Forbes & Murdoch (Temple Sinai)
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Feb 07
    Feb 07, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM
    Temple Sinai & Online, 5505 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, USA
    Enhance your understanding of the Torah in one of our two study options on Saturday mornings.
  • Purim Shpiel Rehearsal
    Purim Shpiel Rehearsal
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Feb 08
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom)
    Feb 08, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom), 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    The theme for this year is Esther in TV Land, a musical revue based off favorite TV theme songs of the past. We need actors, singers, dancers, & if you would like to be involved in a non-performing role, we are glad to have assistance with prop/set design, and stagehands/production assistants.
  • Hartman Learning Group
    Hartman Learning Group
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Feb 09
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom)
    Feb 09, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom), 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Do you want to learn more about Israeli politics and culture, the relationship American Jews and Israelis share (or don’t)? Do you want to dig into a bit of biblical and rabbinic text? Join us as we explore these issues using the Shalom Hartman curriculum under the leadership of Rabbi Daniel Fellman
  • Reel Judaism
    Reel Judaism
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Feb 09
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom)
    Feb 09, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom), 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Come and learn how to watch movies through Jewish eyes. Rabbi Young will teach a series on secular movies and the Jewish values we can find inherent in them. Please try to (re)watch the movies before the class.
  • Talmud Class with Rabbi Daniel Fellman
    Talmud Class with Rabbi Daniel Fellman
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Feb 10
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom) & Online
    Feb 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom) & Online, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Join us for spirited discussion as we delve into Jewish views on a specific topic. Talmud discusses the arguments in great detail, and we will enter into the discussion and increase our own understanding! Registration is not required. All are welcome.
  • Torah Study at Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom)
    Torah Study at Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom)
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Feb 14
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online
    Feb 14, 2026, 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Enhance your understanding of the Torah in one of our two study options on Saturday mornings.
  • Havdalah Healing
    Havdalah Healing
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Feb 14
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom)
    Feb 14, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom), 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Carry Shabbat’s peace into the new week with a meditation and sound bath led by Cantor Julie Newman and Anitra Birnbaum. Healing songs, Jewish ritual, and the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls and other instruments create a space to rest, reflect, and restore.
  • Brotherhood JDAIM Brunch: What Does an Inclusive Synagogue Mean to You?
    Brotherhood JDAIM Brunch: What Does an Inclusive Synagogue Mean to You?
    Feb 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Forbes & Murdoch (Temple Sinai), 5505 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, USA
    Join us for a brunch and panel discussion sponsored by Brotherhood in conjunction with Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance, and Inclusion Month (JDAIM).
  • Why Do We Say The Words That We Pray?
    Why Do We Say The Words That We Pray?
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Feb 16
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom)
    Feb 16, 2026, 7:15 PM – 8:30 PM
    Fifth & Morewood (Rodef Shalom), 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Join Temple Sinai's Rabbi Emeritus, Jamie Gibson, for a five-week adult education class exploring the form, content, and meaning of the prayers in our services.
  • Civil Rights Journey Trip
    Civil Rights Journey Trip
    Mon, May 18
    Atlanta, Birmingham, Selma, and Montgomery
    May 18, 2026, 8:00 AM – May 20, 2026, 8:00 PM
    Atlanta, Birmingham, Selma, and Montgomery
    Join members of Temple Sinai, Rodef Shalom Congregation, and Church of the Redeemer for a powerful interfaith Civil Rights Journey through the American South.
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