Please Join Us As We Celebrate Congregation Shaare Emeth’s Confirmation Class of 5786 | 2026 Friday, May 8 5:15 p.m. Nosh 6 p.m. Shabbat Worship & Service of Confirmation Special Dessert Reception Following the Service   ...

In moments of disagreement, it can be hard to truly hear one another. Drawing on the principles of Nonviolent Communication, this session will introduce tools that help us listen more deeply for the feelings, needs, and values beneath what people say. Through guided practice, participants will learn how listening with curiosity and empathy can transform difficult conversations into opportunities for connection and understanding. ...

Jewish tradition teaches us the importance of nurturing our relationships, including the adage to “Make for yourself a teacher, acquire for yourself a friend” (Pirkei Avot 1:6). Rabbi Rachel Bearman has certainly been a dear friend and beloved teacher to our children and to us over the last six years. Her love of Jewish stories and […] ...

May 18, 2026 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. United Hebrew Congregation Free to attend; $10 in advance if ordering lunch Join United Hebrew, Shaare Emeth, Temple Israel, and Temple Emanuel for our May Senior Lunch & Program! More details coming soon. This program is made possible by Women’s Auxiliary Foundation for Jewish Aged, a supporting […] ...

What would Shavuot be without cheesecake? Join Farilyn Hale for a fun and delicious session on how to make a rich, creamy cheesecake just in time for the holiday. Along the way, we’ll explore the sweet tradition of dairy foods on Shavuot and pick up tips and techniques to make your own show-stopping cheesecake at home. ...

Wednesday, May 20 5:15 p.m. Nosh 6 p.m. Meeting Join us as we reflect on our accomplishments, discuss future plans, and celebrate our shared commitment to our community. We are especially proud to honor Cantor Seth Warner as he receives his Doctor of Divinity, alongside recognizing staff milestones, installing officers and trustees, and more. You […] ...

In Partnership with PJ Library For Families with 0-9-Year-Olds Since Shavuot is the spring harvest festival, we are bringing the farm to Shaare Emeth to celebrate! We’ll have activities, snacks, and even some furry friends. This event is open house style, so stop by on your way home from school or work – whenever it […] ...

Thursday, May 21, at United Hebrew Congregation 13788 Conway Rd, St. Louis, MO 63141 This Shavuot, as we mark 250 years of the American story, we gather for an evening of learning, reflection, and community. Together, we’ll explore the connections between Torah, freedom, responsibility, and the ongoing work of building a more just and hopeful […] ...

What the Sanhedrin Can Teach Us About Sacred Disagreement • Jewish tradition teaches that disagreement can lead to deeper wisdom. In this session, we’ll explore how the rabbis of the Sanhedrin structured debate so that many voices could be heard while still seeking truth. What can their model of machloket l’shem shamayim: disagreement for the sake of heaven can teach us about engaging differences today? ...

Prayer Lab themes are inspired by our weekly Torah portion. This month’s theme is Blessings of Shalom. Prayer Lab is a non-traditional Shabbat evening service combining contemporary readings and poetry, participatory music, time set aside for meditation, and more. Worshippers are encouraged to come with open minds and open hearts. All are welcome! ...

Join the REDI (Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Committee for a meaningful afternoon at the Missouri History Museum on Sunday, June 7. We will begin promptly at 2 p.m. in the AT&T Multipurpose Room with a presentation by Gwen Moore, former Mill Creek resident and curator of Mill Creek: Black Metropolis. This powerful exhibit explores […] ...