A Skirball Academy Class

Rabbi Janet Roberts

Introduction to Judaism

(Spring | Summer 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.

April 14, 2026 – August 25

Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
$450 per person/$540 per couple (does not include books/materials)

Meeting on:

April 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12, 19, 26
June 2, 9, 30
July 7, 14, 21, 28
August 4, 11, 18, 25
(No class on June 16 or 23)
April 14, 2026 – August 25

Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
$450 per person/$540 per couple (does not include books/materials)

Meeting on:

April 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12, 19, 26
June 2, 9, 30
July 7, 14, 21, 28
August 4, 11, 18, 25
(No class on June 16 or 23)

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.