Events (Page 3)
Apr 28, 2023
Science Then: Ethically Considering an Unethical Past with Dr. John Slattery
Dr. Slattery is an ethicist, theologian, and historian of science working at the intersection of technology, science, religion, and racism.
Feb 25, 2023
The Family Gene: A Mission to Turn My Deadly Inheritance Into a Hopeful Future with Joselin Linder (Shabbat Learning)
Joselin Linder’s memoir, The Family Gene, published by HarperCollins explores the history of medical genetics and the unnamed genetic disease only found in fourteen members of her family.
Jan 10 – Mar 28, 2023
Apply for Scientists in Synagogues!
Scientists in Synagogues provides communities a $5000 grant, along with mentorship, guidance and connections, in order to run grass-roots programs that offer Jews opportunities to explore the most interesting and pressing questions surrounding Judaism and science.
Feb 5, 2023
Pilgrimage in Space and Time, the First Century and Today
How do we think of ‘pilgrimage’ in both Jewish and Christian perspectives as move through our lives?
Jan 28, 2023
Torah Study with Rabbi Mitelman
Torah Study on Bo at Westchester Reform Temple.
Jan 29, 2023
What Makes Us Human? Perspectives from Neuroscience, Physics, Psychology, and Judaism
Are humans on autopilot, relying on habits to navigate the world, or are we fully in control of our lives, actively deciding who we are and who we want to be?
Jan 27, 2023
Has Science Replaced God?
Shabbat service with Rabbi Geoffrey A. Mitelman.
Jan 30, 2023
Ilan Ramon Memorial Lecture
On Monday, January 30th at 8 PM, member and co-chair of Shir Hadash’s Science and Religion Program, Sharon Brown, will deliver a talk in commemoration of the Yahrzeit of Colonel llan Ramon, who tragically passed away in the Space Shuttle disaster 20 years ago on February 1st, 2003. This lecture, a part of Shir Hadash’s year long exploration of science and religion, and in which Sharon’s forensics work in recovering llan Ramon’s diary will be detailed, will be presented live…
Jan 27, 2023
Qabbalat Shabbat with Guest Speaker Stephanie Meyers: Caring for the Body, Caring for the Soul
Temple Israel welcomes Stephanie Meyers, member and registered dietitian and nutritionist, for an interactive discussion with Rabbi Elaine Zecher about what the science of eating can teach us about mindfulness, self-compassion, and fostering healthier behaviors for our bodies and minds.
Nov 17, 2022
Yachad with Rabbi Geoffrey Mitelman at Congregation Kol Ami
Rabbi Geoffrey Mitelman, founding director of Sinai and Synapses, gives the Yachad Interfaith Lecture for 2022 on “Has Science Replaced God?”
Dec 1, 2022
Medical Ethics and New Technology: We Can Do It, But Should We?
Rabbi Elliot Dorff and other guests will be heading a panel moderated by Dr. David Snyder discussing bioethical issues facing us today.
Nov 9, 2022
“Let There Be Light: Laser Weapons, Jammers, and 21st Century Ethical Implications” with Zachary Epstein
In this series of events, Temple Isaiah will explore the essence and the technological applications of light, lasers, and countermeasures.