A Skirball Academy Class

Rabbi Jessica Lenza

Introduction to Judaism

(Winter/Spring 2026)

Ask your questions, learn multiple perspectives and discover what is meaningful to you in Reform Judaism. We’ll explore Jewish holidays and life-cycle ceremonies, beliefs, values, prayer, Jewish texts, Israel and the American Jewish experience.

This 18-session course is wonderfully suited for interfaith couples, those raising Jewish children, individuals considering conversion, spiritual seekers and anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life, no matter faith tradition, cultural background or religious upbringing.

Jan 5, 2026 – May 18, 2026

Mondays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
$360 per person/$450 per couple (does not include books/materials)

Jan 5, 12, 26
Feb 2, 9, 23
Mar 2 (Erev Purim), 9, 16, 23, 30
Apr 13, 20, 27
May 4, 11, 18
Plus Shabbat Service @ Emanu-El (date TBD)
Jan 5, 2026 – May 18, 2026

Mondays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
$360 per person/$450 per couple (does not include books/materials)

Jan 5, 12, 26
Feb 2, 9, 23
Mar 2 (Erev Purim), 9, 16, 23, 30
Apr 13, 20, 27
May 4, 11, 18
Plus Shabbat Service @ Emanu-El (date TBD)

Ask your questions, learn multiple perspectives and discover what is meaningful to you in Reform Judaism. We’ll explore Jewish holidays and life-cycle ceremonies, beliefs, values, prayer, Jewish texts, Israel and the American Jewish experience.

This 18-session course is wonderfully suited for interfaith couples, those raising Jewish children, individuals considering conversion, spiritual seekers and anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life, no matter faith tradition, cultural background or religious upbringing.