Rabbi Dr. Mikva will speak on "Who is your Neighbor? A Jewish Reading of the Parable of the Good Samaritan." Lunch following the service & teaching: "Minting Courage and Spending it Lavishly as We Explore Religious Ideas About Gender." ...

April’s Senior Lunch is now SOLD OUT. Please reach out to Valerie Cundy at 314-692-5304 to be added to the waitlist.   The 60th Yahrzeit of St. Louis Streetcars: Presented by Mark D. Goldfeder, Transit Historian April 20, 2026 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. Congregation Shaare Emeth Free to attend; $10 in advance if ordering […] ...

Join us for a special experience led by Naomi Sharon, our shinshinit from Israel, as she shares with us what these two powerful days mean to Israelis today. Come deepen your understanding of Israel and share in a meaningful moment of learning together as a Shaare Emeth community. ...

Prayer Lab themes are inspired by our weekly Torah portion. This month’s theme is Enacting Love. 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! ...

Liminal (in-between) moments have always been seen as powerful... and therefore a little dangerous as well. Let's come together to learn about the ancient, supernatural origins of Judaism's wariness over in-between spaces/ times and then explore the many ways our religion has tried to alleviate the danger and embrace the holiness of the liminal. ...

In Jewish tradition, disagreement can lead to deeper understanding when we learn to listen well. Drawing on Jonathan Haidt’s Moral Foundations framework, this session explores the values that shape how each of us understands right and wrong. Through guided discussion and practical exercises, we’ll practice listening for what truly matters so we can engage in disagreement with greater curiosity, humility, and respect. ...

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. ...

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. ...

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 […] ...

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! ...