Adult Education Classes

Darchei Noam is committed to the mitzvah of Talmud Torah at every age and adult education opportunities will be a weekly staple of our community. Classes will be taught by our clergy, as well as visiting scholars and educators. Darchei Noam members will also be encouraged to share their gifts with the community by having the opportunity to teach or lead workshops.  All of our courses are free to members.  The community is invited to join with a donation to Darchei Noam.

TO REGISTER: Sign in to your Shul Cloud Account (at the top of the website, right hand side.) Once signed in, navigate to the "RSVP & Zoom Links tab click on the registration link.

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CURRENT/UPCOMING CLASSES

Links to register for classes can be found HERE or by class below.

"The whole world is a very narrow bridge, and the essential thing is not to be afraid."  Rebbe Nachman of Breslov

REGISTER HERE (for the Audrey Minyan series)

• In Person Minyans: 11/20, 1/15, 3/19, 5/2 
  • 3rd Thursday at private home (10 – 11:00 am followed by an optional shmooze)
• Zoom Meetings: 12/18, 2/19, 4/16 
  • 3rd Thursday Virtually (10 am – 11 am)

Are you seeking inner shalom in a world that often feels uncertain and broken? Are you longing for the comfort of authentic community and sacred reflection? Then the Audrey Minyan is for you!

The Audrey Minyan was born from one member’s journey to find healing after the loss of his beloved wife, Audrey. What began as an offering of solace has become a space of connection and renewal for all who gather.

Each month we explore the rhythms of the Hebrew calendar and the weekly Torah portion through a variety of spiritual practices—text study, meditation, prayer, creative expression, and reflection. Together, we open the window between worlds and attune to the Source of Life that flows within, around, and between us.

Although Rabbi Anne can no longer join us regularly, she continues to send her love and blessing to this beautiful circle. Going forward, the Audrey Minyan will alternate between in-person gatherings at Rabbi Danielle’s home in Gwynedd Valley and virtual meetings on Zoom.

In-Person location of the Audrey Minyan will be given upon successful registration.

REGISTER HERE (for the Advanced Prayerbook Hebrew Series)

(Thursday from 1 – 1:45 PM)

Deepen your mastery of Prayerbook Hebrew. This advanced-level class continues our journey through Prayerbook Hebrew the Easy Way, beginning with Chapter 17. Designed for students who have a solid grasp of the fundamentals, this course will expand your vocabulary and strengthen your understanding of Hebrew grammar, syntax and verb conjugation. Gain an appreciation for the poetic nature of Hebrew and see for yourself why it is called a holy language.

Required Text: Prayerbook Hebrew The Easy Way  Purchase Text Here

October 30 - June 11

10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, no class 11/27, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18, no class 12/25 or 1/1, 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, no class 4/2 or 4/9, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11

Zoom link provided upon successful registration.

Open to new seekers!

REGISTER HERE (for the entire Seekers' Circle series)

• Series Cost per Darchei Noam Member: $
• Series Cost per Non-Member: $

REGISTER BELOW for the quarterly Zoom series SEEKER'S CIRCLE FOUNDATIONS TRACK

• This is IN ADDITION to the above registration if you are a new Seeker!

Are you longing to deepen your spiritual life and live with more balance, clarity, and connection? Join Rabbi Danielle Parmenter and fellow seekers for a 7-month journey (December – June) through the Tree of Life, the ancient Kabbalistic map of the soul.

Each of us holds the ten Sefirot—divine qualities such as love, strength, compassion, creativity, and presence. In this immersive circle, we’ll learn to recognize where our energies flow freely and where they long to come into balance.

Through text study, guided meditation, sacred conversation, and spiritual hevruta (partnership), we’ll learn to recognize the patterns of the soul and reveal the light that already lives within us.

Participants will also have the option to use the Kabbalah Instructor app for reflection and journaling between sessions.

Whether you’re returning from last year’s Seekers’ Circle or joining for the first time, this journey will help you see your life as part of the unfolding Tree of Life.

In Person Retreats:

• Sunday 12/7 (2-5pm)
• Sunday 3/22 (2-5pm)
• Sunday 6/7 (2-5 PM)

Zoom Meetings:

• Sunday 12/21 (10 – 11:30 am)
• Wednesday 1/7 (6:30 – 8:00 pm)
• Sunday 2/8 (10 – 11:30 am)
• Sunday 4/12 (10 – 11:30 am)
• Wednesday 5/6 (6:30 – 8:00 pm)

Register Here (for the full Beyond Next Steps Series)

Bringing our Hebrew Reading Skills to an Even Higher Level!

5 Wednesday Evening Virtual Sessions - 7pm - 7:45pm

• January 7
• January 14
• January 21
• January 28
• February 4

This course is both a continuation of our Next Steps Hebrew Reading Class as well as an opportunity for other Hebrew readers to strengthen their basic skills and to get more comfortable with the prayers in the Shabbat service.

Note from Hazzan Unger:

"I am very patient and supportive of my adult students, so consider making the leap and joining us!"

There is no charge for this class.

Students will need Lev Shalem Shabbat and Festivals Siddur.  All other materials for the class will be provided.