Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # United Hebrew Congregation No matter where you are on your Jewish journey, there is a place for you at UH ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [July 3, 2020 - Balak](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/7583/) - July 3, 2020 In my office there is a photograph of a donkey that was given to me by Sarah Rubin. “A donkey?” you might be thinking, “why a donkey?” This framed picture was given to me because she recalled a discussion that we had about Torah parshiot and I mentioned that my favorite was - [July 10, 2020 - Pinchas](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/july-10-2020/) - July 10, 2020 Chapter 25 of the book of Numbers narrates the story of Aaron’s grandson Pinchas’ “zealous” behavior. The narrative goes like this: When the Israelites settled in Shittim, during their forty-year stay in the desert under the rule of Moses, many of them disobeyed God’s command (what else is new?). They accepted the - [June 26, 2020 - Chukat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/june-26-2020-chukat/) - Shabbat Message from Cantor Eichaker The weekly cycle of the Torah readings brings us to Parashat Chukat (laws). The law that is being described regards a perfect red heifer that is supposed to be sacrificed, burned to ashes and mixed with water as a purification potion. It is intended for the consumer of this concoction - [June 13, 2020 - Shelach Lecha](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/june-13-2020-shelach-lecha/) - Shabbat Message from Cantor Eichaker This Shabbat we are continuing the cyclic progression of the Torah with Parashat Shelach Lecha. Numbers 13:1-15:41 begins with Moses sending representatives of all the tribes to do field research on the Promised Land. When the group of tribal representatives returned, their intelligence and material evidence revealed a land “flowing - [June 20, 2020 - Korach](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/june-20-2020-korach/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Rosenberg This Shabbat we celebrate Pride and we celebrate Juneteenth, the day when the slavery of our black brothers and sisters officially ended in the United States. Our textbooks tell us that slavery ended on January 1, 1863 after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed months before. But it didn’t really. In - [March 6, 2020](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/march-6-2020/) - Shabbat Message from Cantor Eichaker Pirkei Avot 1:15 says “Shammai used to say: Make your [study of] Torah a fixed practice; speak little but do much; and receive all with a pleasant smile.” Interestingly enough, many believe that “…Speak little but do much…” is attributed to Benjamin Franklin. Those who would make that attribution would be incorrect by - [April 3, 2020 - Tzav](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/april-3-2020-parashat-tzav/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Adam Bellows This week’s Torah portion, Parashat Tzav, is found in Leviticus 6:1-8:36. This Shabbat message feels different to me this week. Normally, my Shabbat message is merely a small piece of our interactions. Yet, now this is the main conduit through which I can teach Torah and through which we - [April 17, 2020 - Shemini](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/april-17-2020-shemini/) - Shabbat Message from Alden Solovy Shabbat Shalom. I’m Alden Solovy, a liturgist living in Jerusalem. I’ll be your scholar-in-residence in February of 2020. I’m also going to be teaching a class on Zoom starting next week. More about that in a minute. Let’s first talk about this week’s Torah portion, Shemini, a Torah portion rich - [April 24, 2020 - Tazria-Metzora](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/april-24-2020-tazria-metzora/) - Shabbat Message from Cantor Eichaker Tazria - Metzora has been, in my opinion, often mistreated in study and application in today’s world. While the two parashiot are devoted to the subject of ritual purity, they are a window into our core existence, reason for living. Tazria-Metzora can be viewed as a metaphor for our soul - [May 1, 2020 - Acharei Mot-Kedoshim](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/may-1-2020-acharei-mot-kedoshim/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Bellows The second shlish of Acharei Mot - Kedoshim is Leviticus 17:8-19:14. You may hear the United Hebrew clergy referring to “The Rabbis” or “The Sages” a lot when we offer you Torah. When we do so, we are usually referring to rabbis who lived 1500 to 2000 years ago, but - [May 8, 2020 - Emor](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/may-8-2020-emor/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Rosenberg Parashat Emor Leviticus 21:1-24:23 This week's Torah reading opens with the command that Moses, "emor" speak to the priests, instructing them on various laws of the priesthood. While Moses has been "speaking" or "telling" the Israelites the laws for a while now, the rabbis point out the use of the - [May 15, 2020 - Behar–Bechukotai](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/may-15-2020-behar-bechukotai/) - Shabbat Message from Cantor Eichaker We are concluding the Book of Leviticus this week with the double section of the Torah entitled; Behar – Bechukotai. This is found in Leviticus 25:1 – 27:34. The titles of the two sections tells us much of what we may learn. Behar means “from the mountain (Sinai)” and Bechukotai - [May 22, 2020 - Bamidbar](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/may-22-2020-bamidbar/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Brigitte Rosenberg This Shabbat we begin the book of Numbers, which in Hebrew is Bamidbar. With the start of this new book and parashat Bamidbar, the Torah comes back to a more narrative story, as it continues with the Israelites' journey. Thus far they have made the journey out of Egypt, - [May 29, 2020 - Nasso](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/shabbat-5-29-20-nasso/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Bellows The first shlish of this week’s Torah portion, Nasso, is Numbers 4:21-5:10. When I was an undergrad, my Judaism became especially precious to me. I had grown up among many Jews, so when I attended a school with few Jews, I held on to that part of my identity with - [June 5, 2020 - Beha'alotech](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/shabbat-6-5-20/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Rosenberg Admittedly, I have been at a loss for words this week, and instead of rushing to speak, I have felt the need to listen and to process these last two weeks in our country. From the treatment of Christian Cooper who was simply asking a woman to leash her dog, - [March 13, 2020 - Ki Tissa](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/march-13-2020-ki-tissa/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Brigitte Rosenberg Parashat Ki Tissa, Exodus 30:11 – 34:35 In this week’s parashah Ki Tissa, we read one of the most memorable incidents of our people’s wilderness journey, that of the golden calf. It is an unfortunate incident that we relive each year as we read this parashah, and it serves as - [March 20, 2020 - Vayakheil - Pekude](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/march-20-2020-vayakheil-pekude/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Rosenberg, Cantor Eichaker & Rabbi Bellows This Shabbat we will read the last two sections of the Book of Exodus. While the past few months have seemed to go quickly, there may be a feeling that time is slowing down as we contract our lives in the protectorate of our most necessary - [March 27, 2020 - Vayikra](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/march-27-2020-vayikra/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Rosenberg Vayikra, Leviticus 1:1-2:16 As we prepare for Shabbat, I laugh just a little, as I wonder, “how much more rest or downtime do we need?” And yet, I know that so many of us are busy working from home and perhaps even a little stressed and anxious, as we try to - [April 10, 2020 - Passover Chol Ha-Moed](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/april-10-2020/) - Shabbat Message from Rabbi Rosenberg Our tradition teaches, “B’chol dor vador chayav adam lirot et atzmo k’ilu hu yatza mimitzrayim - In every generation, each Jew should regard themselves as if they personally came out of Egypt.” This year, Passover is different. I think more than any other year, we find ourselves being able ## Pages - [Home](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/) - Welcome to United Hebrew Congregation View Full Calendar Livestream Watch Now Shabbat Times & Info Volunteer Read More Ways to Give Donate Gift Shop Read More UH Cemetery Read More Learn With Us Early Childhood Center Preschool education, child care & summer day camp for children 6 weeks - 6 years Learn More K-12 Education - [Elul Programs 2026](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/high-holy-days/elul-programs-2026/) - Preparing Our Hearts and Minds for the Holy Days:Elul Events at United HebrewThe month of Elul is a time when we reflect on where we stand and where we should be going. Traditionally, the shofar is blown each morning, from the first day of Elul until the day before Rosh Hashanah. The sound is intended - [Staff](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/staff/) - The staff at United Hebrew play an essential role in the success of our programs, events and everyday organizational functions. Questions? We are here to assist. Executive Director Cori NeidenbergContact314-469-0700Cori Neidenberg serves as Executive Director of United Hebrew Congregation, a role she has held since 2023 after more than a decade on the UH staff. - [Livestream](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/livestream/) - You may also view our services via the following links. BoxcastYouTubeFacebookWe use the “Mishkan T’filah” prayer book for Shabbat.For the High Holy Days, we use “Mishkan HaNefesh”.These books are available for purchase in the UH gift shop or on Amazon Kindle. - [High Holy Days](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/high-holy-days/) - 2026/5787 High Holy DaysThe High Holy Days are a journey that we take together as a community. This journey is a great celebration as we welcome in the new year and all the future has in store for us. We reconnect with old friends. We make new links as we meet people coming to the - [Religious School Updates](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/education-and-engagement/religious-school-updates/) - What’s happening in religious school and Hebrew classes? Catch all the latest info here. More details coming soon! Grade RecapHere’s what’s happening. Here’s our latest e-blast. - [Careers](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/careers/) - Find fulfilling, meaningful work with United Hebrew Congregation. We welcome a diverse pool of applicants for available positions.Development ManagerUnited Hebrew Congregation seeks a strategic, relationship-driven, and mission-aligned Development Manager. This individual will be integral in fostering a culture of philanthropy across the congregation and school community, bringing creativity, initiative, and a genuine passion for connecting donors’ values with the mission of United Hebrew. 30 hrs/week with - [Giving](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/giving/) - Your generosity sustains worship, inspires learning, and strengthens our community.United Hebrew Congregation is built on generations of faith, generosity, and shared commitment. Every gift supports and sustains the meaningful worship, leading-edge educational opportunities, innovative social action projects, and exceptional programming we all cherish.UH offers a variety of opportunities for you to support our community. Whether - [High Holy Day Appeal](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/high-holy-days/giving/) - High Holy Day AppealWhat Brings You Back?Every year, something brings us back — the shofar’s call, familiar melodies, the embrace of friends, or a quiet moment of reflection. Whatever it is, thank you for coming home.United Hebrew is more than a building. It’s a community strengthened by everyone who invests in it — through worship, - [Life Cycle Events](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/life-cycle-events/) - Jewish ritual embraces us at key moments of transition, marking endings and beginnings. Membership at United Hebrew provides an extended family with whom to share these important occasions: a child’s birth, start of Torah study, a son or daughter’s bar or bat mitzvah, an adult bar or bat mitzvah, a marriage, illness, conversion to Judaism, - [Susan Kaplansky Book Club](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/susan-kaplansky-book-club/) - Susan Kaplansky Book ClubFirst Thursday of every month | 1:30 p.m. in the Millstone LibraryYou can join us for just one session if you like a particular book or come to all of the sessions. There is no long-term commitment necessary. RSVP to Angie Klenke. Upcoming Books:There is no book club meeting in JulyAugust 6: The Frozen River by - [Adult Travel](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/adult-travel/) - Travel With UH! United Hebrew frequently coordinates group travel experiences. Past trips have included Central Europe (Budapest, Prague, and Vienna) and Israel. Our current offerings: L’Dor V’Dor: Exploring Israel TogetherDecember 23, 2026– January 3, 2027 This extraordinary journey will bring our community together in Israel for this once in a lifetime multi-generational trip. We invite - [Creative Connections](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/creative-connections/) - Special Interest & Ongoing GroupsInterested in connecting on a more intimate scale and outside of services? We have multiple opportunities! Contact Mindy Woolf for more info on the following events and groups.Stitch & a Prayer Crochet and Knitting GroupTuesdays in the Kaplansky Center | 1 p.m.Crochet or knit a Blessing Blanket for congregants in need - [Mahj Mondays!](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/mahj-mondays/) - Mahj Mondays!Every 1st and 3rd Monday in the Kaplansky Center, 6:30–8 p.m.Do you “Mahj?” Join our all-levels Mahj Mondays. Registration is required. Please register for each date you plan on attending by clicking the dates below; this will help us get an accurate count to ensure we have enough tables, sets, and people!Please note, there - [Shabbat @ Home](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/shabbat-home/) - Shabbat @ Home We are taking a hiatus on Shabbat in the Homes until the fall. Please check back soon for sign-ups.What is Shabbat @ Home? At United Hebrew, we know that meaningful community is built through relationships, not only in the sanctuary, but around tables, in living rooms, and through shared experiences.Shabbat @ Home is a - [Youth Groups](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/youth-groups/) - Youth Engagement at United Hebrew United Hebrew offers dynamic, relationship-centered youth engagement for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Our programs are rooted in Reform Jewish values and designed to build community, foster leadership, and create meaningful Jewish experiences through fun, connection, and purpose. All youth members of United Hebrew are automatically part of our youth engagement community. A Rhythm - [B'nai Mitzvah](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/bnai-mitzvah/) - B’nai Mitzvah at United HebrewAt United Hebrew, B’nai Mitzvah is not just about leading a service—it’s about becoming a Jewish adult.A B’nai Mitzvah is a powerful milestone in a young person’s Jewish journey—marking the transition into Jewish adulthood through learning, prayer, and community participation.At United Hebrew, we see this moment not just as a ceremony, - [Board of Trustees](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/board-of-trustees/) - 2026 OfficersPresident:David KaiserVice Presidents:Leslie KittredgeRob LevinsonDavid WallaceTreasurer:Ted KraizerAssistant Treasurer:Sally LangSecretary:Cheryl Banashek Board of Trustees Craig BleyerBob DanielHenry DeWoskinSteve GullerMelanie MarksRandi PoscoverMindy ResnickAmanda TowermanCorey WallisLarry Weinberg Active Life MembersSheryl BauerEd BeckerRick CornfeldPaul FlotkenPhil FrischerRon GiesekeLexie GoldsmithBurton GreenbergSteven LaidermanDan RaskasDavid RosenstockJim SusmanSteven ToybesLee WielanskyLeslie Yoffie 2026 Board of Trustees Past Presidents Below is a partial list of - [Gift Shop](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/gift-shop/) - Star-Spangled Gift Shop Sale!Sale Kickoff July 3 | 3–6 p.m., July 6–10 during regular gift shop hoursWe’re having the sale of the semiquincentennial right here at UH! All in-stock items, except for prayer books and special orders, will be 10–50% off. No holds or pre-sales. Visit our beautiful gift shop!Located inside the Rabbi Howard G. - [Ways to Give](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/giving/ways-to-give/) - Thank you for choosing to make a gift to United Hebrew Congregation. Your support strengthens our congregation and helps build a future where Jewish life and Jewish values continue to thrive for generations to come. To make a one-time or recurring gift online, click the button below. DONATE NOW There are several ways to make - [Contact](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/contact/) - 13788 Conway Road, St. Louis, MO 63141 Office: 314-469-0700 School: 314-434-3404 temple@unitedhebrew.org Clergy Senior Rabbi Brigitte S. Rosenberg 314-469-0700 Associate Rabbi David Reinhart 314-469-0700 Cantor Emeritus Ronald D. Eichaker 314-469-0700 Rabbi Emeritus Howard G. Kaplansky 314-469-0700 Additional Staff Contacts United Hebrew is conveniently located at 13788 Conway Road, just west of the intersection of Conway - [Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/shabbat/) - United Hebrew Congregation has long been a leader in nurturing the traditions of Reform Judaism as a meaningful expression of Jewish life. At the heart of our Congregation, services uplift, reaffirm, and connect us to Judaism and to each other, inviting full and spirited participation and fostering a deep sense of belonging for all. We - [Community Action](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/social-justice/) - Shabbat In Action! Sharing our Light in the Communiy On one Shabbat each month when we do not have a B'nai Mitzvah or Family Shabbat, we will embrace the spirit of Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World) through Shabbat in Action. This is an exciting opportunity for all generations to share our light and blessings with - [Volunteer Your Time](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/volunteer-your-time/) - There are many ways to give at United Hebrew, and giving your time is one of the most important. United Hebrew offers many ways to participate in our community and help make it the vibrant and warm congregation that it is. From Tzedek Team to Membership, from Facility to Fundraising, from Preschool to general office - [K-12 Education & Engagement](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/education-and-engagement/) - Formal Jewish Education Louis & Mary Millstone Religious School Rabbi Jerome W. Grollman Hebrew School The formal youth education program at United Hebrew Congregation encompasses religious and Hebrew education. Our curriculum, combined with the care and expertise of wonderful faculty members, strives to give each child a solid foundation of Jewish knowledge within a Reform - [Enrollment](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/admissions/enrollment/) - Enrollment procedures begin in January/February. Registration is accepted on a first come, first served basis. Priority is given to currently enrolled students, United Hebrew members, siblings of enrolled students, and then enrollment is open to the community. Registration is complete when accompanied by the application and the registration fee. There is no credit for School - [Music: Sounds of UH](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/music-sounds-of-uh/) - United Hebrew prides itself on having a wide range of musical opportunities. In addition to the ensembles that participate in services and our Director of Congregational Music and Cantorial Soloist, Greta Rosenstock Kramer, we bring in Jewish musicians from around the world. Past artists have included Nefesh Mountain, Naomi Less, Alan Goodis, Dan Nichols, Joe - [Tu B' Shevat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/tu-b-shevat/) - Tu B’Shevat Tu B’Shevat or the “New Year of the Trees” is Jewish Arbor Day. The holiday is observed on the 15th (tu) of the Hebrew month of Shevat. Scholars believe that originally the holiday was an agricultural festival, marking the emergence of spring. In the 17th century, Kabbalists created a ritual that is similar - [History](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/history/) - United Hebrew Congregation was founded in St. Louis in 1837, a mere fifteen years after the incorporation of the City of St. Louis. It was the first Jewish congregation to be established in St. Louis, and is the oldest west of the Mississippi River. At that time, it was the twentieth synagogue in the United - [Bar/Bat Mitzvah Audio Page](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/bnai-mitzvah/barbat-mitzvah-audio-page/) - Below are PDFs and audio files that you will need to know for a Bar/Bat Mitzvah at United Hebrew Yotzer Or Yotzer Or PDF Yotzer Or (Read) V'ahavta V'ahavta PDF V'ahavta (Read) V'ahavta (Chanted) L’ma’an (Read) L’ma’an (Chanted) Avot V'lmahot Avot V'lmahot PDF Avot V'lmahot (Read) Avot V'lmahot (Chanted) Gevurot Gevurot PDF - [Millstone Library](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/millstone-library/) - The library is continuously updating its collection of Judaic literature with current books in the areas of Jewish values and spirituality, history, Jewish holidays and customs, the Holocaust, fiction, biographies, cookbooks, and contemporary issues. The library also has an extensive collection of Judaic books for preschoolers through young adult readers for research and recreational reading. - [Seniors](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/seniors/) - United Hebrew offers many opportunities for our senior community to engage. In addition to the adult education and service offerings, we host monthly senior programs in partnership with Congregation Shaare Emeth, Congregation Temple Israel and Temple Emanuel. Each of these programs begins at 12 noon with a delicious lunch followed by a speaker or entertainer. - [Shavuot](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/shavuot/) - Shavuot 2026 Watch for more information, coming soon! Shavuot is the festival which celebrates when God gave the Ten Commandments to Moses at Mount Sinai. Shavuot is Hebrew for "weeks," and this holiday symbolizes the seven weeks during which the Israelites traveled through the desert after their Exodus from Egypt. This holiday marks the fourth - [Clergy](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/clergy/) - Get to know the members of our clergy who conduct services and offer spiritual guidance, support and inspiration to our congregation and individuals. Senior Rabbi Rabbi Brigitte S. Rosenbergbrosenberg@unitedhebrew.org314-469-0700Rabbi Brigitte Rosenberg is privileged to serve at the oldest Jewish congregation west of the Mississippi River (founded in 1837). She has been part of the rabbinic - [HaMakor Digital Bulletin](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/bulletin/) - HaMakor is United Hebrew’s digital newsletter. Bulletin ArchiveSummer 2026 downloadSummer 2026 flip bookMay 2026 downloadMay 2026 flip bookApril 2026March 2026 February 2026January 2026December 2025November 2025October 2025September 2025August 2025July 2025May/June 2025Advertise In HaMakor Or In Our Weekly EmailsPromote your business and support United Hebrew by purchasing digital advertising. Check out the details below and email temple@unitedhebrew.org - [Cemetery](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/cemetery/) - United Hebrew Cemetery, located in University City, has served the St. Louis Jewish community for more than 180 years. Since the earliest recorded history of our Jewish ancestors, our people have sought to provide honorable and proper burial for our loved ones. Abraham buried Sarah his wife in the cave of the field of Machpelah - [Legacy Giving](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/giving/legacy-giving/) - United Hebrew Congregation is built on generations of commitment to Jewish life, worship, learning, and community. By including UH in your estate plans, you ensure that the values and traditions you cherish today will continue to inspire, nurture, and sustain future generations. A legacy gift is a planned commitment made during your lifetime that reflects - [Adult Education](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/adult-education/) - At United Hebrew Congregation, we believe that learning is a lifelong pursuit. Our clergy, teachers, and special guests offer a variety of classes and workshops. Find the ones that best fit your schedule and interests. Ongoing Offerings Shabbat Morning Torah Study with UH Clergy Saturday mornings 9–10 a.m. in the Spielberg Chapel and on Zoom - [Religious and Hebrew School Calendar](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/education-and-engagement/calendar/) - [Religious School Handbook](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/education-and-engagement/religious-school-handbook/) - [Parent Handbook](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/student-life/parent-handbook/) - [Mission and Values](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/mission-and-values/) - Our MissionUnited Hebrew Congregation creates an inclusive, multigenerational Jewish community where every person — at every stage of life — finds a genuine home. Through worship, education, music, social connection, and service, we offer meaningful pathways into Jewish life for our members and for the greater St. Louis community.No matter where you are on your - [Passover](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/passover/) - The week-long holiday of Passover, in which we celebrate our Exodus from Egypt, gives us several opportunities to come together as a community. Passover Schedule 2026 Thursday, March 26 6:30 pm - Women’s Pre-Passover Seder Messing Auditorium $15 UH members / $18 non-members Invite your girlfriends of all faiths and join us for UH's popular - [Special Events](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/giving/special-events/) - Make An Impact Through Event Sponsorship From holiday celebrations to educational programs, your sponsorship makes it possible. They bring our community together through celebrations, holiday programs, educational events, and youth activities while investing in the future of Jewish life in St. Louis. Every sponsorship dollar supports innovative programming, strengthens Jewish education, expands social action initiatives, - [Societies](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/giving/ner-tamid-society/) - United Hebrew Congregation celebrates the generosity of those whose vision and commitment ensure our future. Through our Legacy Society and Ner Tamid Society, we honor individuals and families who make planned gifts or provide major support that sustains worship, learning, and community life. Legacy Circle The Legacy Circle honors United Hebrew members whose generosity - [Endowment Funds](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/giving/endowment-funds/) - An endowment gift is a lasting way to strengthen United Hebrew Congregation while honoring what matters most to you. Endowments can be established outright during your lifetime or created through a planned gift in your estate plans. You may also choose to designate your endowment as a memorial or tribute to a loved one, ensuring - [Tributes & Memorials](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/giving/make-a-tribute-donation/) - Celebrate, honor, and remember loved ones. Recognize life’s most meaningful moments with a gift to United Hebrew Congregation. Memorial and tribute contributions are a heartfelt way to remember loved ones, celebrate lifecycle milestones, or express gratitude. Your generosity sustains our congregation while honoring those who matter most. UH will send a card announcing your gift - [Scroll of Honor](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/giving/scroll-of-honor/) - Your Scroll of Honor gift ensures United Hebrew’s vibrant future for generations to come. The cost to maintain United Hebrew is about $3,600 per household annually. Commitments at the ‘Leader’ level and above help cover these expenses and allow the congregation to remain welcoming and accessible to all. Leader/Manhigim - $3,700+ for two adult - [Israeli Olive Oil](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/giving/olive-oil/) - [Camp Saul Spielberg](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/camp-saul-spielberg/) - Welcome to Camp Saul Spielberg Camp Saul Spielberg is just around the corner, and I hope your child(ren) will be joining us for 10 weeks of fun in the sun, learning, and meaningful play! This summer, as the United States celebrates its 250th birthday, our camp theme will be America Turns 250: Building a Kinder, - [Purim](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/purim/) - Purim at United Hebrew 2026Mishloach Manot | Purim BagsOrder Purim gift bags today!Prices start at $18 for 5 gift bags or send to all of UH for $360Go to www.purimproject.com Check your email for your username and password. Make your selections and pay online by the deadline of Monday, February 16.Giving gifts of food is a - [2026–27 School Registration](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/admissions/school-year-registration/) - [Chai Society](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/chaisociety/) - UH’s Annual Fundraiser celebrating the 2026 Chai Society honoreesSaturday, April 25Nominate a Dedicated United Hebrew Member for the 2026 Chai Society HonorsAt United Hebrew, we are inspired by those who dedicate their time and energy to strengthening our congregation and the broader St. Louis Jewish community. The Chai Society Honors celebrate individuals who embody a - [UH's Yearly Theme](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/uhs-yearly-theme/) - 5786/ 2025–26 Theme Every year, United Hebrew chooses a theme for the year that we center our education and engagement activities around. The theme for 5786 is: Ani Ma’amin: I Believe These two small words—Ani Ma’amin—have echoed through centuries of Jewish life. Drawn from Maimonides’ 13 Principles of Faith, they’ve offered comfort in times of struggle and - [Annual Meeting](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/annualmeeting/) - Annual Meeting and Election of Officers and Board of Trustees Please join us on Sunday, December 14 at 3 p.m. as we gather for our annual meeting and election of the 2026 Officers and Board of Trustees. For more information, visit our event page. - [United Hebrew Cemetery BOGO Plot Sale](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/cemeterysale/) - Our cemetery plot sale runs now through December 31, 2025.For UH Members: Purchase two plots for the price of one or 50% off oneFor non-members: take 15% off each plot*This offer can not be combined with any other discounts.*For more information, contact Cemetery Director Binyomin Mazer at (314) 427-5900 - [This Week at UH](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/this-week-at-uh/) - Coming soon: more info on items from the e-blast. Accordion #1 Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Accordion #2 Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. - [Simchat Torah](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/simchat-torah/) - Simchat Torah, Hebrew for "Rejoicing in the Law", celebrates the completion of the annual reading of the Torah. On Erev Simchat Torah the Torah scrolls are taken from the ark and carried or danced around the synagogue. We unroll the entire Torah around the sanctuary then read the concluding section of Deuteronomy and immediately following, - [Sukkot](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/sukkot/) - Sukkot, a Hebrew word meaning "booths" or "huts," refers to the Jewish festival of giving thanks for the fall harvest. It is one of the three pilgrimage festivals, along with Passover and Shavuot that were originally agricultural celebrations. Its significance, however, goes beyond being a holiday of thanksgiving for the harvest. It is the only festival - [prom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/prom/) - [carnival](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/carnival/) - [Chanukah](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/chanukah/) - Chanukah, meaning "dedication" in Hebrew, refers to the joyous eight-day celebration during which Jews commemorate the victory of the Macabees over the armies of Syria in 165 B.C.E. and the subsequent liberation and rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem. The modern home celebration of Chanukah centers around the lighting of the Chanukiyah, a special menorah for - [UH Store](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/uhstore/) - [Saul Spielberg Early Childhood Center](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/) - Welcome to the Saul Spielberg Early Childhood Center at United Hebrew Congregation We know that entering preschool for the first time is an exciting and meaningful experience for parents and their children. When you and your little one join our family at the Saul Spielberg Early Childhood Center, you’ll be welcomed with warmth and caring - [oliveoil](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/oliveoil/) - [Donate](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/donate/) - [Israel](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/israel/) - 5783 marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel. For thousands of years the Jewish people were without a land to call their own. May 1948 gave the Jewish people the autonomy over themselves and for the past 75 years Jews from around the world have found themselves at home in the - [About](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/) - [Calendar](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/calendar/) - CONTENTS - [I AM JEWISH](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/iamjewish/) - 5780 Theme: I AM JEWISH During Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Rosenberg challenged each of you to think about, what does “I am Jewish” mean to you? What a powerful, perplexing question! So why ask it? How would you answer the stranger or friend who asks this of you? Are you prepared to answer your children or grandchildren, and are - [How to Crochet](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/social-justice/how-to-crochet/) - UH member, Candy Zemon, teaches beginning crochet lessons you can use to create Mishebeirach blankets. - [Special Activities](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/student-life/special-activities/) - Library Time is scheduled for each of our preschool classes. Children in Tov and above will sign out library books to take home on a weekly basis. Music: Our music specialist teaches music, both secular and Jewish, three times per week. The children learn holiday songs, prayers, and traditions while singing along to traditional and - [Curriculum](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/student-life/curriculum/) - Sequence of Classes Chai (“Life”): Starts at 6 weeks Garin (“Seeds”): Age varies; children are ideally walking or very mobile Kee Tov (“It is Good”) Age group: near/around 18 months – 24 months plus depending on birthday Tov (“Good”) Age group: near/around 2 years old by July 31 Chalutzim (“Pioneers”) Age group: near/around 2 ½ - [Student Life](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/student-life/) - [Admissions](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/admissions/) - [Testimonials](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/about-us/testimonials/) - Here's what a few of the SSECC parents think about our program. “Gandhi said that education should seek to draw out the best in every child and man - mind, body and spirit. At SSEC, the children are given the space (and permission) to explore all of these aspects of learning. They are encouraged to - [About Us](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/about-us/) - [Learning](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/) - [Israel 75](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/israel75/) - Celebrating Israel Eurovision 2023 What is Eurovision – an international song competition. Israel has been participating since 1973 and has won 4 times. This year’s Eurovision competition is taking place in Liverpool England, May 9 – May 13. It can be viewed in the US on Peacock. Israel’s song entry for this year is Unicorn - [Constant Contact Sign Up](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/constant-contact-sign-up/) - [Holy Days and Festivals](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/) - [Mission & Philosophy](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/about-us/mission-philosophy/) - Mission Rooted in our deeply-held belief that a child enters into the human race with unlimited potential, capacity for growth and an unquenchable desire to learn, the Saul Spielberg Early Childhood Center strives to stimulate the development of a creative, questioning, self-directing individual. It is our goal to help nurture children’s positive feelings towards their - [Holocaust Memorial Scrolls](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holocaust-memorial-scrolls/) - Memorial Scrolls Trust Holocaust Torah United Hebrew is privileged to have in our possession many Torah scrolls of significance to our community. But perhaps there is none as meaningful as our Czech Torah, which is a survivor of the Holocaust. This Torah scroll is one of 1,564 scrolls rescued from Czechoslovakia. Ours is an orphan - [Partnership (Membership)](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/about/membership/) - Why Partnership (Membership)? Our partnership levels provide you with a personalized Jewish experience within a community that is committed to Jewish learning, engaging experiences, and meaningful relationships. Your investment opens doors for your family to experience exciting events as part of a warm, inspiring, and musical community. United Hebrew is not a building; it is - [Check-out Mishkan HaNefesh](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/holidays/high-holy-days/check-out-mishkan-hanefesh/) - Fill out my PayQuiq form! - [Camp Saul Spielberg](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/saul-spielberg-early-childhood-center/about-us/camp-saul-spielberg/) - [livestreaming](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/livestreaming/) - [High Holy Days](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/hhd/) - [Passover](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/passover/) - [Purim](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/purim/) - [B'nai Mitzvah Service](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/learning/bnai-mitzvah/bnai-mitzvah-service/) - [Praying](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/praying/) - [TYG](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/tyg/) - [Connecting](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/connecting/) ## Events - [Cantor Kalix Jacobson in Residence](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/cantor-kalix-jacobson-in-residence/) - [Legacy Giving Info Panel](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/legacy-giving-info-panel/) - [Mahj Mondays!](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mahj-mondays/) - [Shabbat @Home](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-home/) - [Shabbarbecue 2026](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbarbecue-2026/) - 6 - [Stars & Stripes Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/stars-stripes-shabbat/) - [Shavuot Community Event](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shavuot-community-event/) - [Youth Services Day at UH Cemetery](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/global-youth-services-day-at-uh-cemetery/) - [Catherine Kautsky piano concert](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/catherine-kautsky-piano-concert/) - [Portugal & Spain 2027 trip](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/portugal-spain-2027-trip/) - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-13/) - [Passover Yizkor Service 2026](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/passover-yizkor-service-2026/) - [Passover Morning Service 2026](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/passover-morning-service-2026/) - [Fast of the Firstborn 2026](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/fast-of-the-firstborn-2026/) - [First Night seder 2026](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/first-night-seder-2026/) - [Women's Pre-Passover Seder](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/womens-pre-passover-seder/) - [Passover at UH 2026](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/passover-at-uh-2026/) - [Mussar & Mindfulness](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mussar-mindfulness-2/) - [Megillah Reading](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/megillah-reading-2/) - [Purim Social](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/purim-social/) - [Purim Carnival](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/purim-carnival-2/) - [Purim Spiel](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/purim-spiel/) - [Hamantaschen Bake](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/hamantaschen-bake-2/) - [Shabbat In Action!](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-in-action/) - [UHU Gala 2026](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/uhu-gala-2026/) - [Singing in the dark 2026](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/singing-in-the-dark-2026/) - [Chanukah whiskey & wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/chanukah-whiskey-wisdom/) - [Game Night](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/game-night/) - [Donuts & Dreidels](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/donuts-dreidels/) - [Annual Meeting 2025](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/annual-meeting-2025/) - [Wente's Pop-Up](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/wentes-pop-up/) - [Super Smash Bros Tournament](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/super-smash-bros-tournament/) - [Maimonides' 13 Principles Essential to Jewish Faith: Ani Ma'amin, our Annual Theme with Rabbi Rosenberg](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/maimonides-13-principles-essential-to-jewish-faith-ani-maamin-our-annual-theme-with-rabbi-rosenberg/) - [2026 Chai Society Nominations](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/2026-chai-society-nominations/) - [2026 Mah Jongg cards](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/2026-mah-jongg-cards/) - [Nefesh Mountain "Storytellers" Concert](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/nefesh-mountain-storytellers-concert/) - [American Red Cross Blood Drive](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/american-red-cross-blood-drive/) - [Mezuzah Making](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mezuzah-making/) - [Mascots & Pizza in the Hut](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mascots-pizza-in-the-hut/) - [Rosh Hashanah in the Orchard](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/rosh-hashanah-in-the-orchard-2/) - [Challah for the Holidays](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/challah-for-the-holidays/) - [Selichot Evening: Strengthen Your Heart, Prepare Your Soul](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/selichot-evening-strengthen-your-heart-prepare-your-soul/) - [Elul Adult Ed Classes](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/elul-adult-ed-classes/) - [Welcome Back Program](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/welcome-back-program/) - [High Holy Days 2025](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/high-holy-days-2025/) - [Susan Kaplansky Book Club](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/susan-kaplansky-book-club/) - First Thursday of every month at 1:30 p.m. in the Spielberg Chapel You can join us for just one session if you like a particular book or come to all of the sessions. There is no long-term commitment necessary. RSVP to Angie Klenke. - [Israel Bonds Dinner](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/israel-bonds-dinner/) - [Whiskey and Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-and-wisdom-2/) - [Shavuot: Connections, Commandments, and Cheesecake](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shavuot-connections-commandments-and-cheesecake/) - [Singing Bowls Meditation](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/singing-bowls-meditation/) - [Kulanu Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/kulanu-shabbat-3/) - [Red Cross Blood Drive](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/red-cross-blood-drive/) - United Hebrew will proudly partner with the American Red Cross to hold a blood drive. - [Cemetery Clean-up](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/cemetery-clean-up-2/) - Join us for a spring clean-up of our UH cemetery. - [Passover at United Hebrew](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/passover-at-united-hebrew/) - [Purim at United Hebrew](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/purim-at-united-hebrew/) - [WZO Election Zoom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/wzo-election-zoom/) - [Chai Society: Prom Through the Ages](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/chai-society-prom-through-the-ages/) - [An Evening with Nani Vazana](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/an-evening-with-nani-vazana/) - [Songs at the Foot of Sinai](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/songs-at-the-foot-of-sinai/) - [Jewish Holidays](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/jewish-holidays/) - [Senior Lunch](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/senior-lunch-2/) - [October H8TE Film Screening](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/october-h8te-film-screening/) - [Mussar & Mindfulness](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mussar-mindfulness/) - [Disney Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/disney-shabbat-2/) - [MLK Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mlk-shabbat-2/) - [Kulanu Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/kulanu-shabbat-2/) - [Speakers: Rabbi Michal Ken-Tor and Yael Saslove](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/speakers-rabbi-michal-ken-tor-and-yael-saslove/) - [Annual Meeting & Election of Officers and Board of Trustees](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/annual-meeting-election-of-officers-and-board-of-trustees/) - [The Importance of Happiness](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/the-importance-of-happiness/) - [Trivia Night](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/trivia-night/) - [Yappy Hour](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/yappy-hour/) - [Pre-Chanukah Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/pre-chanukah-shabbat/) - [Symphony Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/symphony-shabbat/) - [Kulanu Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/kulanu-shabbat/) - [Shabbat Service and Installation of Cantor Shirel Richman](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-service-and-installation-of-cantor-shirel-richman/) - [Memorial Service at UH Cemetery](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/memorial-service-at-uh-cemetery/) - [High Holy Days at UH](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/high-holy-days-at-uh/) - [Shabbat Service with Dan Nichols](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-service-with-dan-nichols/) - [Mascots, Pizza in the Hut and Erev Sukkot Service](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mascots-pizza-in-the-hut-and-erev-sukkot-service/) - [Rosh Hashanah in the Orchard](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/rosh-hashanah-in-the-orchard/) - [Speaker: Tal Schneider](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/speaker-tal-schneider/) - We are excited to welcome journalist Tal Schneider to United Hebrew. She will provide a retrospective of the military and social implications of the October 7 attack on Israel and a perspective into the current political and constitutional crisis. - [Painting Elul with Rabbi Rosenberg](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/painting-elul-with-rabbi-rosenberg/) - Get your heart and soul ready for the Holy Days by unleashing your creative potential – no skill needed! Join Rabbi Rosenberg in an exploration of Elul themes through painting and the poetry of Alden Solovy. We’ll be utilizing watercolors. - [Selichot Dinners](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/selichot-dinners/) - Get ready for the new year by joining members of your UH family for dinner before Selichot Services. We make the reservations; you pay for your dinner. All reservations are for dinner on Saturday, September 28, times vary by location. - [Screams Before Silence Film Viewing](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/screams-before-silence-film-viewing/) - Screams Before Silence sheds light on the multitude of sexual atrocities committed by Hamas terrorists during the attacks on Israel on October 7th, 2023. In this one-hour presenter-led documentary Sheryl Sandberg captures first-person testimony from survivors, first responders, eyewitnesses, released hostages, forensic experts, and advocates who are sharing their experiences mere months later. - [Honey Tasting](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/honey-tasting/) - Does honey taste different depending on where it's from? YES! Learn why from expert beekeeper Lonnie Grossman and get the chance to taste different honeys and test your pallet! - [Kulanu Shabbat Service](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/kulanu-shabbat-service/) - All Included, Folk Rooted, Voices Lifted Shabbat Service. Kulanu (meaning "all of us") is an intimate and musical alternative Shabbat service led by Greta Rosenstock and Charlie Kramer, accompanied by an all-string folk band. There will be drinks and time to connect after the service. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-17/) - Join Rabbi Reinhart for an Elul style celebration of Whiskey & Wisdom. We’ll enjoy each other’s company, taste some new whiskeys, and feed our minds with the wisdom of the Elul. - [Elul in Israeli Mainstream Music](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/elul-in-israeli-mainstream-music/) - Join Cantor Richman for a deep dive into liturgy, music, literature, and poetry focusing on Yishay Ribo’s album titled Elul. - [Shabbat Service with Joe Buchanan](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-service-with-joe-buchanan/) - We are excited to welcome back Artist-in-Residence Joe Buchanan for a special Shabbat Service. - [Eilu v’Eilu: A Debate on Jewish Values and American Politics at Shaare Emeth](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/eilu-veilu-a-debate-on-jewish-values-and-american-politics-at-shaare-emeth/) - Eilu v'Eilu: A Debate on Jewish Values and American Politics in the context of the 2024 Election with Deutsch Scholars-in-ResidenceDr. Tevi Troy and Rabbi David Saperstein - [Shabbat Service Celebrating Cantor Eichaker](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-service-celebrating-cantor-eichaker/) - Join us for a special Shabbat Evening Service in the Sanctuary parking lot celebrating Cantor Eichaker. - [Welcome Back Potluck Party](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/welcome-back-potluck-party/) - Let's welcome back the school and program year in style! Meet Cantor Shirel Richman and enjoy food, bounce houses, games, and fun! - [Shabbat Service and Rededication of Millstone Sanctuary](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-service-and-rededication-of-millstone-sanctuary/) - Join us for our weekly Shabbat Evening Service in the Millstone Sanctuary. This Shabbat we will rededicate the sanctuary following our recent renovations. Thank you to Eva and Fred (z"l) for their generous donation in Fred's memory which allowed us to update this sacred space. - [Alden Solovy Book Launch Interview](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/alden-solovy-book-launch-interview/) - Join us for liturgist Alden Solovy's online book launch for his new book, Enter These Gates: Meditations for the Days of Awe brought to you by CCAR Press. Rabbi Brigitte Rosenberg has been invited to interview Alden and facilitate a Q&A. - [Amateurs of the Great Assembly](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/amateurs-of-the-great-assembly-4/) - Cantor Eichaker’s weekly “round table” discusses topics of Jewish content and thought. - [Susan Kaplansky Book Club](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/susan-kaplansky-book-club-9/) - First Thursday of every month at 1:30 p.m. in the Spielberg Chapel You can join us for just one session if you like a particular book or come to all of the sessions. There is no long-term commitment necessary. RSVP to Angie Klenke. - [Arts & Faith Shabbat Welcoming Christine Brewer](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/arts-faith-shabbat-welcoming-christine-brewer/) - United Hebrew Congregation is proud to announce that Friday evening, June 7, 2024, at 6:00 PM, Grammy Award-winning American soprano Christine Brewer's will be our guest artist helping us celebrate Arts and Faith Shabbat. - [Special Dilemma Coffee with Ofer: Featuring His Mom!](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/special-dilemma-coffee-with-ofer-featuring-his-mom/) - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/tot-shabbat-3/) - Join us for our monthly Tot Shabbat service in the Spielberg Chapel. - [Pirkei Avot Class](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/pirket-avot-class/) - Registration closes April 12th, and we will not be able to accept late registrations. Walk-ins will be able to observe but will not be able to participate in the small-group exercises. - [Artist-in-Residence Alan Goodis](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/artist-in-residence-alan-goodis/) - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-15/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! Or the other way around. Either way, we’ll do a little bit of learning, enjoy some good whiskey, and, most importantly, meet new people and be in the community! - [Cantor Eichaker Celebration Event](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/cantor-eichaker-celebration-event/) - Celebrate Cantor Eichaker as he transitions to Cantor Emeritus - [Fast of the Firstborn Study and Siyum](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/fast-of-the-firstborn-study-and-siyum/) - It is an ancient and widespread custom for the firstborn to fast on the day before Passover. - [Shabbat HaGadol Chametz Party](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-hagadol-chametz-party-2/) - Join us for Cantor Eichaker's famous Chicago Style Pizza and Beer (chametz) before Passover begins. The evening will begin with Havdalah and move into feasting. - [Disney Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/disney-shabbat/) - Join us for our weekly Shabbat Evening Service in the Millstone Sanctuary. Services will also be livestreamed on our website and on our Facebook page. - [Family Holiday Cooking Series - Passover](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/family-holiday-cooking-series-passover/) - Come on your own and meet new friends or bring your family and learn some new Passover recipes just in time for Seder. - [Passover First Night Seder](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/passover-first-night-seder/) - Designed for all ages. Led by UH Clergy. A delicious traditional seder meal will be served. It will include matzah ball soup, gefilte fish, brisket, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables and and dessert. There will be a vegan/vegetarian option by request. - [Women's Seder](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/womens-seder/) - [Purim Carnival](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/purim-carnival/) - Join us for our 2024 Purim Carnival at United Hebrew! We will have some new and exciting games. A carnival you won’t want to miss! Be sure to dress up in your favorite costume. - [Purim Shpiel](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/purim-shpiel/) - An ensemble of clergy and congregants come together for a dramatization of the Book of Esther. Based on music from Taylor Swift. - [Megillah Reading](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/megillah-reading/) - Join us for our annual reading of the megillah as we usher in the celebration of Purim with UH clergy and congregants telling the story of Esther and the Jewish people. Prior to the reading, enjoy dessert and "adult" beverages. - [Adult Purim Social](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/adult-purim-social/) - Celebrate Esther, Mordechai, and get into a Purim State of mind with our Shushan Eras pop-up bar. We'll have Purim nosh with Purim and Swiftie-inspired cocktails. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-14/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! Or the other way around. Either way, we’ll do a little bit of learning, enjoy some good whiskey, and, most importantly, meet new people and be in the community! - [Hamantaschen Bake](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/hamantaschen-bake/) - Join us for an evening of hamantaschen baking, fun and inspiration. Class will be led by UH's own Jenny Stempel. $15 per person. Register by March 10. - [Singing Bowl Meditation](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/singing-bowl-meditation-3/) - [Family Holiday Cooking Series - Challah](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/family-holiday-cooking-series-challah/) - Join Jenny Stempel for challah making! Learn special tips and different braiding techniques. - [Family Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/family-shabbat-7/) - Together with our and music specialist Greta Rosenstock, we’ll celebrate Shabbat “camp style.” - [A Stitch and a Prayer](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/a-stitch-and-a-prayer-2/) - Enjoy the friendship of others while crocheting or knitting for those in need. The group makes scarves for the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry in addition to continuing to make Blessing Blankets. - [A Stitch and a Prayer](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/a-stitch-and-a-prayer/) - Enjoy the friendship of others while crocheting or knitting for those in need. The group makes scarves for the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry in addition to continuing to make Blessing Blankets. - [Shabat Alive! with Rick Recht](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabat-alive-with-rick-recht/) - Join us for Shabbat Alive! with UH's Artist-in-Residence, Rick Recht! - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-16/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! Or the other way around. Either way, we’ll do a little bit of learning, enjoy some good whiskey, and, most importantly, meet new people and be in the community! - [Amateurs of the Great Assembly](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/amateurs-of-the-great-assembly-3/) - Cantor Eichaker’s weekly “round table” discusses topics of Jewish content and thought. - [Amateurs of the Great Assembly](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/amateurs-of-the-great-assembly-2/) - Cantor Eichaker’s weekly “round table” discusses topics of Jewish content and thought. - [Chair Exercise Class](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/chair-exercise-class-9/) - Join us for an exciting and fun 50-minute movement class on Zoom with Joyce Hochberg, who will lead an EASY and safe chair exercise routine to upbeat music. - [Chair Exercise Class](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/chair-exercise-class-8/) - Join us for an exciting and fun 50-minute movement class on Zoom with Joyce Hochberg, who will lead an EASY and safe chair exercise routine to upbeat music. - [Chair Exercise Class](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/chair-exercise-class-4/) - Join us for an exciting and fun 50-minute movement class on Zoom with Joyce Hochberg, who will lead an EASY and safe chair exercise routine to upbeat music. - [Chair Exercise Class](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/chair-exercise-class-3/) - Join us for an exciting and fun 50-minute movement class on Zoom with Joyce Hochberg, who will lead an EASY and safe chair exercise routine to upbeat music. - [Chair Exercise Class](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/chair-exercise-class-2/) - Join us for an exciting and fun 50-minute movement class on Zoom with Joyce Hochberg, who will lead an EASY and safe chair exercise routine to upbeat music. - [Amateurs of the Great Assembly](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/amateurs-of-the-great-assembly/) - Cantor Eichaker’s weekly “round table” discusses topics of Jewish content and thought. - [Chair Exercise Class](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/chair-exercise-class/) - Join us for an exciting and fun 50-minute movement class on Zoom with Joyce Hochberg, who will lead an EASY and safe chair exercise routine to upbeat music. - [Susan Kaplansky Book Club](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/susan-kaplansky-book-club-8/) - You can join us for just one session if you like a particular book or come to all of the sessions. There is no long-term commitment necessary. RSVP to Angie Klenke. - [Susan Kaplansky Book Club](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/susan-kaplansky-book-club-7/) - You can join us for just one session if you like a particular book or come to all of the sessions. There is no long-term commitment necessary. RSVP to Angie Klenke. - [Susan Kaplansky Book Club](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/susan-kaplansky-book-club-6/) - You can join us for just one session if you like a particular book or come to all of the sessions. There is no long-term commitment necessary. RSVP to Angie Klenke. - [Susan Kaplansky Book Club](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/susan-kaplansky-book-club-4/) - You can join us for just one session if you like a particular book or come to all of the sessions. There is no long-term commitment necessary. RSVP to Angie Klenke. - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/tot-shabbat/) - The short service (30 minutes) is just right for our little ones ages zero to six. Held during the school year in the Spielberg Chapel. - [MLK Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mlk-shabbat/) - Join us for our weekly Shabbat Evening Service in the Millstone Sanctuary. Services will also be livestreamed on our website and on our Facebook page. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-12/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! Or the other way around. Either way, we’ll do a little bit of learning, enjoy some good whiskey, and, most importantly, meet new people and be in community! - [Family Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/family-shabbat-6/) - Together with our and music specialist Greta Rosenstock, we’ll celebrate Shabbat “camp style.” Our hope is that students will help participate in our service. - [Susan Kaplansky Book Club](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/susan-kaplansky-book-club-3/) - You can join us for just one session if you like a particular book or come to all of the sessions. There is no long-term commitment necessary. RSVP to Angie Klenke. - [Annual Meeting and Election of Officers and Board of Trustees](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/annual-meeting-and-election-of-officers-and-board-of-trustees/) - [Family Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/family-shabbat-5/) - Services will be livestreamed on our website. - [Artist-in-Residence Dan Nichols](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/artist-in-residence-dan-nichols/) - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-and-wisdom/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! Or the other way around. Either way, we’ll do a little bit of learning, enjoy some good whiskey, and, most importantly, meet new people and be in community! - [Senior Lunch](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/senior-lunch/) - Join us for another installment of our Senior Lunch series where you’ll enjoy a meal and performance by Dwayne Hilton, St. Louis Cardinals Organist. Dwayne began playing organ at the age of 5 and also developed a love for baseball. Twenty years later, two of his loves collided when he got a phone call at his St. Louis-based Lacefield Music piano store from the city's baseball club, looking to purchase an organ. His sales pitch turned out to be a de facto audition, as the Cardinals told him they wanted to purchase an organ, as long as he came along as part of the package. - [Susan Kaplansky Book Club](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/susan-kaplansky-book-club-2/) - Monthly Book Club You can join us for just one session if you like a particular book or come to all of the sessions. There is no long-term commitment necessary. - [Intergenerational Game Night](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/intergenerational-game-night-7/) - Join United Hebrew for an Intergenerational Game Night! Bring your favorite games or play one of ours. Pizza and drinks provided, bring a dessert to share. - [Mascots and Menorahs](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mascots-and-menorahs-4/) - Come meet Fredbird and Louie, the mascots for the St. Louis Cardinals and Blues, and light the menorah. - [Chanukah Shabbat With Nefesh Mountain](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/chanukah-shabbat-with-nefesh-mountain/) - Join us for a special Chanukah Shabbat with musical guest Nefesh Mountain. - [Kids Night Out](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/kids-night-out/) - Drop the kids off for a fun night at United Hebrew! Pizza & Ice Cream, Playground Time, Movie, and Crafts & Games! UH members and friends of members are welcome. - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/tot-shabbat-15/) - Join us for our monthly Tot Shabbat service in the Spielberg Chapel. - [Shabbat Alive! and Consecration](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-alive-and-consecration/) - Join us for our weekly Shabbat Evening Service in the Millstone Sanctuary. Services will also be livestreamed on our website and on our Facebook page. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-11/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! Or the other way around. Either way, we’ll do a little bit of learning, enjoy some good whiskey, and, most importantly, meet new people and be in community! - [Golda Movie and Discussion](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/golda-movie-and-discussion/) - Join us for a showing of Golda, followed by a discussion of the movie and how viewing it has changed in light of recent events. - [Family Holiday Cooking Series](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/family-holiday-cooking-series/) - Join UH’s own Jenny Stempel to learn some new holiday recipes! This family friendly series is perfect for anyone 8 and up. You can sign up for classes individually or for the whole series. - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/tot-shabbat-14/) - Join us for our monthly Tot Shabbat service in the Spielberg Chapel. - [Intergenerational Game Night](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/intergenerational-game-night-6/) - Join United Hebrew for an Intergenerational Game Night! Bring your favorite games or play one of ours. Pizza and drinks provided, bring a dessert to share. - [Family Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/family-shabbat-4/) - Services will be livestreamed on our website. - [Simchat Torah Shabbat Service](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/simchat-torah-shabbat-service-2/) - Join us as we unroll the Torah completely and begin our transition from the end of the Torah to the beginning. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-10/) - Join Rabbi Reinhart in the sukkah for a fun Whiskey & Wisdom. We’ll enjoy each other’s company, taste some new whiskeys, and feed our minds with wisdom. - [UH Ducks Scavenger Hunt](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/uh-ducks-scavenger-hunt/) - Middle Schoolers lunch at UH and then scavenger hunt into the Sukkah. - [Memorial Service at United Hebrew Cemetery](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/memorial-service-at-united-hebrew-cemetery/) - Join us for our annual High Holy Day Memorial Service at United Hebrew's cemetery. - [How Honey Happens](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/how-honey-happens/) - Start your sweet new year by learning about honey and bee’s from beekeeper Lonnie Grossman, keeper of the UH hive. - [Young Family Selichot Program with PJ Library](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/young-family-selichot-program-with-pj-library/) - Join us for a Shabbat sing-a-long for young families in the main parking lot at United Hebrew. We’ll celebrate Shabbat, complete a story book walk, and prepare for Selichot by “chalking” the parking lot (assigned spaces) with our wishes for the upcoming year! - [Adult High Holy Day Hebrew Reading Bootcamp](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/adult-high-holy-day-hebrew-reading-bootcamp/) - We are thrilled to work with NJOP and offer a Hebrew reading bootcamp. The introductory Level I Hebrew course concentrates on teaching the Hebrew alphabet and reading skills. - [Volunteer Recognition Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/volunteer-recognition-shabbat/) - Join us as we recognize our amazing volunteers during a special Shabbat Service with Artist-in-Residence Noam Katz. - [Intergenerational Game Night](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/intergenerational-game-night-5/) - Join United Hebrew for an Intergenerational Game Night! Bring your favorite games or play one of ours. Pizza and drinks provided, bring a dessert to share. - [Rosh Hashanah in the Orchard](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/rosh-hashanah-in-the-orchard-7/) - Bring a picnic lunch and join us at Centennial Farms for an afternoon of apple picking. At 2:00 p.m., there will be a sing-a-long with UH Artist-in-Residence Rick Recht and the UH clergy. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-9/) - Join Rabbi Reinhart for a pre-Rosh Hashanah celebration of Whiskey & Wisdom. We’ll enjoy each other’s company, taste some new whiskeys, and feed our minds with the wisdom of the High Holy Days. - [How Can You Order Your Happy New Year?](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/how-can-you-order-your-happy-new-year/) - Cantor Eichaker will explore the latest researched backed approach to identifying and separating happiness and unhappiness through an engaging and informative program. - [Be Strong and of Good Courage!](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/be-strong-and-of-good-courage/) - Preparing for the New Year through Psalm 27 – Elul, the month preceding Rosh Hashanah, comes with several traditions, including the daily reading of the 27th Psalm which reminds us to be strong and of good courage. - [Welcome Back Celebration](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/welcome-back-celebration/) - Join us in the parking lot at United Hebrew as we welcome back everyone to UH for another wonderful year. The Shofar will be blown to kick off the holy day season. - [Youth Choir Bootcamp for K-5th Grade](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/youth-choir-bootcamp-for-k-5th-grade/) - Come sing with us in the brand NEW United Hebrew Youth Choir! - [Camp UH: An adults only fundraiser](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/camp-uh-an-adults-only-fundraiser/) - At Camp UH you can play the adult way! - [Artist-in-Residence: Noam Katz](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/artist-in-residence-noam-katz/) - We are thrilled to welcome Rabbi Noam Katz to United Hebrew. - [Red Cross Blood Drive](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/red-cross-blood-drive-9/) - United Hebrew will proudly partner with the American Red Cross to hold a blood drive. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-8/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! - ["Remember Their Names" Monument Dedication Service](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/remember-their-names-monument-dedication-service/) - Join us for the Monument Dedication Service for United Hebrew Cemetery's "Remember Their Names" Project. - [May Senior Program: What is Going on in Israel?](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/may-senior-program-what-is-going-on-in-israel/) - Join United Hebrew, Shaare Emeth, Temple Israel and Temple Emanuel for the 65+ Program: What is Going on in Israel? - [Shavuot at UH](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/11133/) - Join us for our annual Shavuot Celebration. - [Book Talk with Alden Solovy](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/book-talk-with-alden-solovy/) - Join us on Zoom as poet-Liturgist Alden Solovy reads from his new book – These Words: Poetic Midrash on the Language of Torah. - [Yom Hashoah 2023: Voices of Resistance](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/yomhashoah-2023-voices-of-resistance/) - The St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum's annual Yom HaShoah commemoration is back in person at United Hebrew this year. - [Cemetery Clean-up](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/cemetery-clean-up/) - Join us for a spring clean-up of our UH cemetery. - [Intergenerational Game Night](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/intergenerational-game-night-4/) - Join United Hebrew for an Intergenerational Game Night! Bring your favorite games or play one of ours. Pizza and drinks provided, bring a dessert to share. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-7/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! - [Kolot Yisrael: Voices of Israel](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/kolot-yisrael-voices-of-israel-2/) - Join the UH Clergy for a conversation about Israel. - [Yom HaAtzmaut Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/yom-haatzmaut-shabbat-4/) - Join us for our annual Shabbat celebrating Israel with music and prayer. Inbar Bachar, UH’s Shinshinit will give the D’var Israel. - [DIY and Drinks: Israel/Yom Ha'atzmaut](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/diy-and-drinks-israel-yom-haatzmaut/) - Enjoy an adult's night out creating "on-trend" decorations and more to help beautify and celebrate Jewish holidays in your home. Drinks and projects provided! - [Shabbat HaGadol Chametz Party](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-hagadol-chametz-party/) - Join Cantor Eichaker for Pizza and Beer (chametz) before Passover begins. - [Fast of the Firstborn](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/fast-of-the-firstborn-2/) - It is an ancient and widespread custom for the firstborn to fast on the day before Passover. Join us for text study followed by a light treat to break the fast. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-6/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! - [Purim Shpiel & Carnvival](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/purim-shpiel-carnvival/) - Join us for our annual Purim Shpiel and Carnival. Entertainment, New Games and Food! - [Passover First Night Seder](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/passover-first-night-seder-3/) - Join us for a first night Passover Seder at UH. - [Women's Seder](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/womens-seder-7/) - Don't miss our annual Women's Pre Passover Seder. - [Intergenerational Game Night](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/intergenerational-game-night-3/) - Join United Hebrew for an Intergenerational Game Night! Bring your favorite games or play one of ours. Pizza and drinks provided, bring a dessert to share. - [Megillah Study](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/megillah-study/) - Megillat Esther reads like a great novel – sex, lies, murder plots, and war. Join us as we take an in-depth look at Megillat Esther. - [DIY Holidays: Purim](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/diy-holidays-purim/) - Enjoy an adult's night out creating "on-trend" decorations and more to help beautify and celebrate Jewish holidays in your home. Drinks and projects provided! - [Beauty Pageant: Unpacking the Book of Esther](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/beauty-pageant-unpacking-the-book-of-esther/) - Did Esther really participate in a beauty pageant? What actually went on in the palace of Shushan and how did Esther become queen? - [Megillah Reading & Adult Purim Social](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/megillah-reading-adult-purim-social/) - Join us for our annual reading of the megillah as we usher in the celebration of Purim with UH clergy and congregants telling the story of Esther and the Jewish people. Prior to the reading, enjoy dessert and "adult" beverages. - [Hamantaschen Bake](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/hamantaschen-bake-3/) - Join us for an evening of hamantaschen baking, fun and inspiration. Learn how to make your own dough, fold the cookies into triangles and make specialty hamantaschen. - [Focus Israel UH: Meet Inbar](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/focus-israel-uh-meet-inbar/) - Inbar, our new Shin-Shin, will join us to talk about her life in Israel. - [DIY and Drinks: Passover](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/diy-and-drinks-passover/) - Enjoy an adult's night out creating "on-trend" decorations and more to help beautify and celebrate Jewish holidays in your home. Drinks and projects provided! - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-5/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! - [Whiskey & Wisdom - Purim Style](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-purim-style/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! - [Installation of Rabbi David Reinhart](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/installation-of-rabbi-david-reinhart/) - Join us for a special Shabbat Service that will include the Installation of Rabbi David Reinhart at United Hebrew. Dessert Reception to follow. - [Singing Bowl Meditation](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/singing-bowl-meditation-2/) - Experience a guided sound journey with Singing Bowls, gongs, rain sticks, drums and more. - [Disney Inspired Musical Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/disney-inspired-musical-shabbat-service-2/) - Join us for a special Shabbat service with Disney© inspired music! - [Tu B'Shevat Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/tu-bshevat-shabbat/) - Join us on for Tu B'Shevat Shabbat as we welcome speaker Diane Bleyer. - [Kolot Yisrael: Voices of Israel](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/kolot-yisrael-voices-of-israel/) - In celebration of Israel’s 75th year of independence, join us monthly on Zoom for what we hope will be a lively discussion about Israel. - [Introduction to Judaism](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/introduction-to-judaism/) - Whether you are curious about or considering Judaism or still looking to answer those questions you’ve had since your days in religious school, Introduction to Judaism is a place to ask your questions, learn multiple perspectives, and discover what is most meaningful to you in Judaism. - [Family Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/family-shabbat-3/) - Together with our clergy and music specialist Greta Rosenstock, we’ll celebrate Shabbat “camp style.” - [Shabbat Alive! with UH Artist-in-Residence Rick Recht](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-alive-with-uh-artist-in-residence-rick-recht-18/) - Join us as we celebrate Shabbat with UH Artist-in-Residence, Rick Recht, during our Shabbat Alive! service. - [Intergenerational Game Night](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/intergenerational-game-night-2/) - Join United Hebrew for an Intergenerational Game Night! Bring your favorite games or play one of ours. Pizza and drinks provided, bring a dessert to share. - [Martin Luther King Jr. Shabbat Service](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/martin-luther-king-jr-shabbat-service-7/) - Join us for our annual MLK Shabbat. UH welcomes guest speaker Officer Micah Shelton with the St. Louis County Police Department. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-4/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/tot-shabbat-13/) - The short service (30 minutes) is just right for our little ones ages zero to six. - [Hadar Orshalimy in Virtual Concert](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/hadar-orishalmy-in-virtual-concert-witchcraft-the-jewish-women-of-the-great-american-songbook/) - Spanning the works of Dorothy Fields to Betty Comden and many more, Hadar and her all-star band breathe new life into some of the most iconic songs in history through a live streaming concert, accompanied by storytelling and a stunning visual display. - [Chanukah Shabbat & Consecration](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/chanukah-shabbat-consecration/) - Join us for Chanukah Nosh in the Messing Auditorium and for Chanukah Shabbat. - [Senior Chanukah Lunch with Entertainment by Shakshuka](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/senior-chanukah-lunch-with-entertainment-by-shakshuka/) - Join the United Hebrew, Shaare Emeth, Temple Israel and Temple Emanuel Seniors for a Chanukah program with lunch and entertainment by Shakshuka. - [Jewish Perspectives of the Afterlife and Soul](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/jewish-perspectives-of-the-afterlife-and-soul/) - Join the UH clergy for this lively round table discussion. - [Annual Meeting and Election of Officers and Board of Trustees](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/annual-meeting-and-election-of-officers-and-board-of-trustees-8/) - Please join us for United Hebrew’s Annual Meeting and Election of Officers and Board of Trustees and the presentation of the 2022 United Hebrew Irene Fox Ruach Award to Robert Feldman. - [DIY and Drinks: Chanukah](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/diy-and-drinks-chanukah/) - Enjoy an adult's night out creating "on-trend" decorations and more to help beautify and celebrate Jewish holidays in your home. Drinks and projects provided! - [Sips and Sweets](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/sips-and-sweets/) - A social gathering for women ages 45-65. - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-3/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! - [Shabbat Speaker: Rabbi Michal Ken Tor](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-speaker-rabbi-michal-ken-tor/) - Rabbi MIchal Ken Tor will speak during Shabbat. She is from St. Louis' Partnership region Yokneam Megiddo in Israel. - [Wisdom of the Heart: A Shabbat Study Session with Rabbi Michal Ken Tor and Yael Saslove Shani](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/wisdom-of-the-heart-a-shabbat-study-session-with-rabbi-michal-ken-tor-and-yael-saslove-shani/) - Join us in welcoming from Israel, Rabbi Michal Ken Tor, Maggid HaRuach and Reform Rabbi of Megiddo Regional Council, and Yael Saslove Shani, Chinese medical practitioner specializing in womens health. - [Shabbat Alive! with UH Artist-in-Residence Rick Recht](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-alive-with-uh-artist-in-residence-rick-recht-17/) - Join us as we celebrate Shabbat with UH Artist-in-Residence, Rick Recht, during our Shabbat Alive! service. - [Ancient Israel: Where did we come from?](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/ancient-israel-where-did-we-come-from/) - Join Rabbi Reinhart to explore an overview of the archaeological record on the origins of Ancient Israel from the first traces of a distinct people to the beginning of the Second Temple period. - [Singing Bowl Meditation](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/singing-bowl-meditation/) - Experience a guided sound journey with Singing Bowls, gongs, rain sticks, drums and more. - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/tot-shabbat-12/) - The short service (30 minutes) is just right for our little ones ages zero to six. - [Code Name Ayalon](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/code-name-ayalon/) - Join us at Kol Rinah for a screening of the documentary Code Name: Ayalon followed by a Q&A with one of the film's producers. - [Limmud Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/limmud-shabbat/) - Join us for a Learner's Service followed by a discussion on ritual garb. - [Pet Blessings](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/pet-blessings/) - Bring Your best friend for a pet blessing and join us for Havdalah. - [Mascots and Menorahs](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mascots-and-menorahs-3/) - Join us in the UH parking lot for a Chanukah candle lighting with the UH clergy and Fredbird® and Louie, mascots for the St. Louis Cardinals and the St. Louis Blues! - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom-2/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! - [Family Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/family-shabbat-2/) - Together with our clergy and music specialist Greta Rosenstock, we’ll celebrate Shabbat “camp style.” - [Whiskey & Wisdom](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/whiskey-wisdom/) - Come for the whiskey; stay for the Torah! - [UH Book Club](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/uh-book-club/) - Join us for our monthly book club on the first Thursday of the month. - [DIY and Drinks: Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/diy-and-drinks-shabbat/) - Enjoy an adult's night out creating "on-trend" decorations and more to help beautify and celebrate Jewish holidays in your home. Drinks and projects provided! - [Intergenerational Game Night](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/intergenerational-game-night/) - Join United Hebrew for an Intergenerational Game Night! Bring your favorite games or play one of ours. Pizza and drinks provided, bring a dessert to share. - [Tot Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/tot-shabbat-11/) - The short service (30 minutes) is just right for our little ones ages zero to six. - [Sips and Sweets in the Sukkah](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/sips-and-sweets-in-the-sukkah/) - Celebrate Sukkot with a social gathering for women ages 45-65. - [Simchat Torah](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/simchat-torah/) - Join us as we unroll the Torah completely and begin our transition from the end of the Torah to the beginning. - [Sukkot at UH](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/sukkot-at-uh/) - Join us for our annual Sukkot service in front of the UH Sukkah - [Faith and Blue Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/faith-and-blue-shabbat/) - Join us for Faith & Blue Shabbat as we take part in the National Faith & Blue Weekend. - [Family Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/family-shabbat/) - Together with our clergy and music specialist Greta Rosenstock, we’ll celebrate Shabbat “camp style.” - [Apple Strudel Cooking Program](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/apple-strudel-cooking-program/) - Get ready for the new year by learning to make Apple Strudel with Fran Balk and her son, Chef Tom Balk! - [Welcome Back Potluck Picnic](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/welcome-back-potluck-picnic/) - Join us at United Hebrew for a picnic to welcome Rabbi David Reinhart and the new program and school year. - [Honey Cake Bake](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/honey-cake-bake-2/) - Welcome the sweet new year with Heidi Eichaker’s Honey Cake. Learn from Heidi herself how to make her family's honey cake recipe. - [Not Your Grandparents’ God – A God Debate for Teens](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/not-your-grandparents-god-a-god-debate-for-teens/) - There’s more to God than some old dude in the sky who controls the universe or doles out reward and punishment, so let’s talk about that God. And, yes, this is an open invitation for teens to tell Rabbi Reinhart exactly why they don’t believe in God! - [Going on a Whale Watch – Diving Into Jonah](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/going-on-a-whale-watch-diving-into-jonah/) - In what ways are we like Jonah? What can we learn from him as we prepare ourselves to do the hard work of teshuvah? - [Driving in Selicha Mode](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/driving-in-selicha-mode/) - Cantor Eichaker will explore and demonstrate a few of the melodies we sing on Selichot and how they help prepare us to engage in the Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur prayers more deeply. - [Israel: A Nation of Innovation](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/israel-a-nation-of-innovation/) - Cantor Eichaker will explore the State of Israel’s development to what has been referred to by countries around the world as the “Start Up” country. - [“The Fast I Desire” – Modern Understandings of God for Our Time](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/the-fast-i-desire-modern-understandings-of-god-for-our-time/) - Building from Isaiah’s message of social responsibility, Rabbi Reinhart will examine multiple understandings of God from modern Jewish thinkers. - [Akedat Yitzchak – A Look at this Rosh Hashanah text through the lens of Israeli Society](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/akedat-yitzchak-a-look-at-this-rosh-hashanah-text-through-the-lens-of-israeli-society/) - The “Binding of Isaac” is a complex and difficult story on its own, but what about when we view it from a variety of different lenses? - [Avinu Malkeinu – Traditional Understandings of God for the High Holy Days](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/avinu-malkeinu-traditional-understandings-of-god-for-the-high-holy-days/) - Join Rabbi Reinhart for a dive into Jewish theology. We’ll examine some traditional understandings of God as portrayed in the liturgy of the High Holy Days and as depicted in the Torah. - [Kol Shofar, Kol Yisrael-Whose Voice are We Hearing?](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/kol-shofar-kol-yisrael-whose-voice-are-we-hearing/) - During the month of Elul and on Rosh Hashanah we hear the sound of the shofar. In this class we’ll explore the various sounds of the shofar and discuss what they mean and how they guide our experience of the Holy Day season. - [Mindfulness Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/mindfulness-shabbat/) - This first Shabbat in Elul we’re excited to offer a variety of activities to help your heart and mind focus on preparing for the upcoming holy day season. Join us for one or all of the offerings. - [Artist-in-Residence: Alan Goodis](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/artist-in-residence-alan-goodis-2/) - UH is excited to welcome back musician Alan Goodis who will join us for Shabbat leading up to Selichot. - [Rosh Hashanah in the Orchard](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/rosh-hashanah-in-the-orchard-6/) - Bring a picnic lunch and join us at Eckert’s Farm for an afternoon of apple picking. At 2:00 p.m., there will be a sing-a-long with UH Artist-in-Residence Rick Recht and the UH clergy. - [65+ Program: Jews in Space](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/65-program-jews-in-space/) - Join United Hebrew, Shaare Emeth, Temple Israel and Temple Emanuel via Zoom for the 65+ Program, Jews in Space. - [Canceled: Senior Program: The Muny: Songs of St. Louis Summers](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/senior-program-the-muny-songs-of-st-louis-summers/) - Unfortunately this program will have to be rescheduled for a later date. - [20's/30's Program: Donuts with David](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/20s-30s-program-donuts-with-david/) - Calling all 20’s & 30’s! Come meet Rabbi David Reinhart and enjoy a boozy shake on us! - [Red Cross Blood Drive](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/red-cross-blood-drive-7/) - United Hebrew will proudly partner with the American Red Cross to hold a blood drive. - [Red Cross Blood Drive](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/red-cross-blood-drive-8/) - United Hebrew will proudly partner with the American Red Cross to hold a blood drive. - [Jewish Law and Abortion - Zoom only](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/jewish-law-and-abortion-zoom-only/) - Join Rabbi Rosenberg for a text study adn discussion to explore the questions on what our own tradition has to say about abortion? Does Jewish law fall along the political lines drawn in the US over this debate? - [Shabbat with Musicians Ben Romano and Orin Reynolds](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-with-musicians-ben-romano-and-orin-reynolds/) - We are thrilled to welcome musicians Ben Romano and Orin Reynolds who will join Rabbi Bellows for his last Shabbat at United Hebrew. - [A Young Man’s Journey To Peace: Discussion with Yahya Mahamid](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/a-young-mans-journey-to-peace-discussion-with-yahya-mahamid/) - Join United Hebrew and St. Louis Friends of Israel in the Spielberg Chapel for a discussion with Yahya Mahamid. - [Pirket Avot Study](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/pirket-avot-study/) - Please join Cantor Eichaker for exciting study and conversation centered around Pirket Avot, Ethics of the Fathers. - [Juneteenth Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/juneteenth-shabbat/) - Join us for our annual Juneteenth Shabbat. - [PRIDE Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/pride-shabbat-4/) - Celebrate PRIDE at UH with our annual Pride Shabbat. - [Shavuot Scoop & PIE the Rabbi](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shavuot-scoop-5/) - Join us in the UH parking lot for an ice cream truck! Enjoy a complimentary frozen treat on UH. - [Senior Program: HaShemesh & Shir Ami Concert](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/senior-program-hashemesh-shir-ami-concert/) - Join the United Hebrew, Shaare Emeth, Temple Israel and Temple Emanuel Seniors for a Hashemesh and Shir Ami Concert IN PERSON at Shaare Emeth and on livestream, Monday, May 23! - [Shavuot Hike](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shavuot-hike-4/) - Join us as we celebrate Shavuot in the outdoors, weather permitting! - [Confirmation Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/confirmation-shabbat/) - The Confirmation Class of 5782 requests the honor of your presence at their Confirmation Service. - [Tikkun Leil Shavuot](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/tikkun-leil-shavuot-2/) - Join the UH Clergy for an evening of study, service and dessert. - [Shabbat Celebrating Rabbi Adam Bellows](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-celebrating-rabbi-adam-bellows/) - Join us for a special Shabbat to celebrate Rabbi Adam Bellows service to United Hebrew Congregation. - [Yom Ha'Atzmaut Shabbat](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/yom-haatzmaut-shabbat-3/) - Join us for our annual Shabbat celebrating Israel with music and prayer. - [Red Cross Blood Drive](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/red-cross-blood-drive-6/) - United Hebrew will proudly partner with the American Red Cross to hold a blood drive. - [Women's Passover Experience](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/womens-passover-experience/) - An evening of wine, sweet treats, and storytelling With Rabbi Rosenberg - [Fast of the Firstborn](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/fast-of-the-firstborn/) - It is an ancient and widespread custom for the firstborn to fast on the day before Passover. Join Rabbi Bellows for text study followed by a light treat to break the fast. - [UH Welcomes Dan Nichols and Alan Goodis](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/uh-welcomes-dan-nichols-and-alan-goodis/) - United Hebrew is excited to welcome artists-in-residence Dan Nichols & Alan Goodis. - [Cheers to the Years! 2022 Rabbi Celebration](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/cheers-to-the-years-2022-rabbi-celebration/) - Cheers to the Years! Celebrating Rabbi Rosenberg’s 10 Years as Senior Rabbi & Rabbi Kaplansky’s 50 Years in the Rabbinate. - [Subversive Seder: A Rebellious Exploration of the Haggadah with Alden Solovy](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/subversive-seder-a-rebellious-exploration-of-the-haggadah-with-alden-solovy/) - Join our Liturgist-in-Residence Alden Solovy in an exploration of the subversive elements of the Haggadah and our annual ritual Passover meal. - [Alan Goodis and Dan Nichols Concert](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/alan-goodis-and-dan-nichols-concert/) - Join us for a concert with Alan Goodis and Dan Nichols. - [Passover First Night Seder](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/passover-first-night-seder-2/) - Join us for a first night Passover Seder at UH. - [Purim Carnival, Shpiel and Megillah Reading](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/purim-carnival-shpiel-and-megillah-reading-2/) - Save the date for the 2016 Purim Carnival, Shpiel and Megillah Reading. Details about tickets and wristbands coming soon to your galaxy. - [An Afternoon with Alden Solovy](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/liturgist-in-residence-alden-solovy-3/) - Alden will read passages from his books and answer questions from the audience. - [Virtual Senior Program: Monuments Men Zoom Tour](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/virtual-senior-program-monuments-men-zoom-tour/) - Join the United Hebrew, Shaare Emeth, Temple Israel and Temple Emanuel Seniors for a Virtual Senior Program of The Monuments Men tour at the J. Paul Getty Museum. - [Song Session and Campfire with Alan Goodis and Dan Nichols](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/song-session-and-campfire-with-alan-goodis-and-dan-nichols/) - Sing along to your favorite camp songs with Alan Goodis and Dan Nichols. - [Camp Shabbat with Alan Goodis and Dan Nichols](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/camp-shabbat-with-alan-goodis-and-dan-nichols/) - Enjoy Shabbat Morning Service "camp-style. with Alan Goodis and Dan Nichols. - [Celebration Shabbat Service](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/celebration-shabbat-service/) - Kick off our Celebration Weekend with our Celebration Shabbat Service featuring UH Artists-in-Residence Dan Nichols and Alan Goodis. - [Liturgist-in-Residence: Alden Solovy](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/liturgist-in-residence-alden-solovy-2/) - We are excited to welcome liturgist Alden Solovy to United Hebrew. - [Martin Luther King Jr. Sunday Service](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/martin-luther-king-jr-sunday-service/) - Join Rabbi Rosenberg with North Park United Methodist Church and Ecclesia of Christ Church for their combined worship service. - [Martin Luther King Jr. Shabbat Service](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/martin-luther-king-jr-shabbat-service-6/) - Join us for our annual MLK Shabbat - [Build Your Jewish Toolbox - Israel Part 2](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/creating-your-jewish-toolbox-6/) - Join the UH Clergy as we go back to the Jewish basics and sharpen the tools in our Jewish toolbox so we can “Do Jewish” together.” - [Build Your Jewish Toolbox - Israel Part 1](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/creating-your-jewish-toolbox-5/) - Join the UH Clergy as we go back to the Jewish basics and sharpen the tools in our Jewish toolbox so we can “Do Jewish” together.” - [Build Your Jewish Toolbox - Sacred Texts](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/creating-your-jewish-toolbox-7/) - Join the UH Clergy as we go back to the Jewish basics and sharpen the tools in our Jewish toolbox so we can “Do Jewish” together.” - [Build Your Jewish Toolbox - Lifecycle Part 2](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/creating-your-jewish-toolbox-4/) - Join the UH Clergy as we go back to the Jewish basics and sharpen the tools in our Jewish toolbox so we can “Do Jewish” together.” - [Shabbat Alive! with UH Artist-in-Residence Rick Recht](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/events/shabbat-alive-with-uh-artist-in-residence-rick-recht-16/) - Join us as we celebrate Shabbat with Cantor Eichaker and UH Artist-in-Residence, Rick Recht, during our Shabbat Alive! service. ## Categories - [Shabbat Messages](https://www.unitedhebrew.org/shabbat-messages/) - Shabbat Message Archive