St. Louis Introduction to Judaism Course from the Union for Reform Judaism
Introduction to Judaism
Explore a modern take on Jewish life.
October 2025 – March 2026
Tuesdays • 7–9 p.m. at St. Louis-Area Reform Congregations
Join clergy from St. Louis area Reform congregations for Introduction to Judaism, an engaging deep dive into Jewish faith, culture, and community.
This course is designed for beginners of all backgrounds and is perfect for individuals exploring conversion, interfaith couples, family members of Jewish people, and anyone seeking more knowledge about Judaism.
Questions? Contact Stacy Jespersen.
Funded in part by a grant from the National Center to Encourage Judaism.
Class Schedule
Unit 1: The Jewish People, Beliefs, & Sacred Texts
7 p.m. on Tuesdays, October 21 & 28 + November 4 & 11 • At Congregation Shaare Emeth, 11645 Ladue Road, 63141
Unit 2: The Jewish Story
7 p.m. on Tuesdays, November 18, December 2, 9, & 16 • At United Hebrew Congregation, 13788 Conway Road, 63141
Unit 3: Living in Jewish Time
7 p.m. on Tuesdays, January 6, 13, 20, & 27 • At Temple Emanuel, 12166 Conway Road, 63141
Unit 4: Living a Jewish Life – Part 1
Jewish Life Cycle
7 p.m. on Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17, & 24 • At Congregation Temple Israel, 1 Rabbi Alvan D. Rubin Drive, 63141
Unit 5: Living a Jewish Life – Part 2
Creating a Jewish Home, Celebrations, and Community
7 p.m. on Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 24, & 31 • At Central Reform Congregation, 5020 Waterman Blvd., 63108
Registration Information
You can register for yourself and one other household member. The cost is $120 per person or $180 per couple (one book per household).
When the class begins, you will receive a copy of Honoring Tradition, Embracing Modernity, the book that we will use as reference in our class.
Financial assistance may be available. If you would like to speak about opportunities for financial assistance, please reach out to the synagogue and/or clergy person that you are connected to.
If you have any questions, please contact Stacy Jespersen at Congregation Shaare Emeth by e-mail or at 314-569-0010.
 
								