Learning Center
Classes
Rav Kook on the Parsha
Text-based, interactive, in-depth exploration of Eyn Ayah, Rav Kook’s magnum opus, as it relates to the weekly parsha.
Every Shabbos afternoon. See shul bulletin for times.
Parsha Class
In-depth, text-based, and relevant exploration of the weekly parsha.
Thursdays at 11:00 AM in the Chapel.
Semichas Chaver Program
In-depth study of pertinent Halachos, with tests, and certification upon completion. For men. Registration is required. Please contact Rabbi Motzen at yisrael.motzen@gmail.com.
Thursday’s at 8:30 PM
Women's Halacha Class
Currently learning about the Kosher Kitchen.
An in-depth source-based Halacha class for women.
From the Talmud through the Shulchan Aruch through the modern authorities.
Sundays at 8:30 AM
Sermons
The Charedi Draft Revisited Parshas Vayera
In the early 13th century, a fire erupted in the Jewish world. Not a literal fire, but a controversy that led to name-calling, attempted excommunications, and the banning of books. The debate revolved around the philosophical bend of the Rambam, Maimonides. Eventually...
An Open Letter to Jewish Mamdani Supporters Parshas Lech Lecha
On November 4th, New Yorkers will be going to the ballot box, voting for their next mayor. As I’m sure you all know, this is not your regular election. A few days ago, a letter was circulated, it was signed by over 1000 rabbis from all over the country who strongly...
Marriage, the Countercultural Way to Rebuild the World Parshas Noach
Thank you to the entire congregation for all your care and concern this past week; it is deeply appreciated. Many of you have asked me to share reflections on Rabbi Hauer’s life, which I hope to do, but not today. One of the most profound lessons the community learned...
Podcast
Halacha
Laws of Shabbos-Erev Pesach 2025
The search for Chametz is done on Thursday night after nightfall (8:21 PM). The burning of chametz is done Friday by 12:02 PM (Baltimore, MD). Although you may eat chametz until Shabbos morning at 10:56 AM, the sale of chametz takes place on Friday morning. Any...
Kashering the Kitchen for Pesach
Sink: One cannot kasher their sink unless it is made of stainless steel. 1) Clean sink thoroughly. 2) Do not use hot water in the sink for 24 hours prior to kashering. 3) Boil water. 3) Pour boiling water directly on every surface of one’s sink. Allowing the water to...
When Erev Pesach falls out on Shabbos (2025)
The search for Chametz is done on Thursday night after nightfall (8:21 PM). The burning of chametz is done Friday by 12:02 PM (Baltimore, MD). Although you may eat chametz until Shabbos morning at 10:56 AM, the sale of chametz takes place on Friday morning. Any...