Main Line Reform Temple is an inclusive learning community, committed to the shared practice of lifelong Jewish study that is nourishing to the mind, heart, and soul. Our goal is not only to gain Jewish knowledge, but to understand how Judaism can help us live better, more joyful, and purposeful lives.
Our vibrant and active program of Lifelong Learning responds to the diverse and changing interests of our members. One thing remains constant: a high standard of education that translates into interesting and engaging conversation and a deep understanding of our culture and our people.
Main Line Reform Temple offers classes for all ages and schedules, casual learning opportunities, and social gatherings for adults designed to bring Jewish values, culture, rituals, and texts into our everyday lives. We expand our social and cultural horizons with visiting Jewish scholars, professors, Jewish authors, political pundits, artists, journalists, rabbis, and more.
Main Line Reform Temple’s learning opportunities are designed to build relationships, helping us connect more deeply with our history, with the traditions of the Jewish people, and with one another. Learning at Main Line Reform Temple is structured as a journey that is both accessible and challenging, inviting those at every level to progress and grow in their Jewish knowledge and practice.
Classes, Studies, and Programs
KEEPING IT REEL
WITH RABBI NEWBURGE
Mondays, 8:00 pm on Zoom
Get your popcorn ready to discuss these Netflix movies with Rabbi Newburge on Zoom!
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JEWS AT THE CROSSROADS WITH DR. WINDMUELLER
Tuesday, October 27 at 12:00 pm
One week before the midterm elections, Dr. Steven Windmueller, Emeritus Professor of Jewish Communal Studies at the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in Los Angeles, will appear via Zoom for a lecture entitled: Jews at the Crossroads: The New American Jewish Political Story. The author of four books and numerous articles, Professor Windmueller holds a Ph.D. in International Relations from the University of Pennsylvania. His research has been primarily focused on Jewish communal trends, anti-Semitism, and Jewish political behavior.
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A Bird’s Eye View of Jewish Liturgy
Wednesdays, 11:00 am
Take a deep dive into the liturgy of our prayer book and examine the language, themes, historical context, and evolution of what we do and why in our services with Cantor Rudnick. Click here for the Zoom link.
THE JEWISH LEARNING LAB
October 8, 2026-May 20, 2027 Every Thursday at 12:00 pm
The learning journey begun in Adult Confirmation continues with all new topics designed to deepen understanding and expand the mind. Building on a foundation of Jewish theology, ethics, history, practice, and liturgy, this next phase moves beyond survey into deeper exploration, and more immersive engagement with Jewish ideas. New learners warmly welcomed! Available in person and on Zoom.
Main Line Reform Temple is a member of the Jewish Book Council. This marvelous organization makes it possible for us to bring in Jewish writers to highlight their wonderful new books. We hope you will be able to meet and greet these diverse and interesting authors who have written about the many facets of our rich Jewish life.