Or Emet – the Minnesota Congregation for Humanistic Judaism

Sunday Adult Program: Topic TBA
2027-02-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-12-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-10-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Twin Cities German Immersion School,, 1031 Como Ave, St Paul, MN, 55103, United States
Or Emet’s Sunday adult programs are free and open to the public and meet concurrently with the Jewish Cultural Sunday School.

Those who cannot attend in person may join over Zoom. Zoom registration information will be added closer to the event date.

We continue to collect empty pill bottles and personal care items for clients at Listening House, a St. Paul drop-in center. Donations are gratefully accepted at all Shabbat and Sunday programs.

Or Emet is a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective.

For information about Or Emet’s Jewish Cultural Sunday School, contact JCSS director Molly Phipps at school@oremet.org. For information about Or Emet, email info@oremet.org or visit oremet.org.

New and Prospective Member Brunch
2027-02-07 10:00 - 12:00 | TBA
Join us for a casual, informative brunch and an opportunity to meet Or Emet’s Rabbi, Eva Cohen, and other congregational leaders. New Or Emet members and others interested in learning more about our congregation are welcome.
You’ll be able to connect with members and others while learning about Humanistic Judaism our Jewish Cultural Sunday School, our B’Mitzvah programs, adoption into Humanistic Judaism and the Or Emet community.
Membership information is also available on Or Emet’s website, oremet.org.
For more information, please email president@oremet.org.

Shabbat Service | Program: TBA
2027-01-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Minnesota JCC Sabes Center Minneapolis, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd, Minneapolis, MN, 55416, United States
Or Emet will host a Humanistic Shabbat service led by Rabbi Eva Cohen followed by a presentation and social time.
Information about the program will be posted as soon as it is finalized.
We continue to collect empty pill bottles and personal care items for clients at Listening House, a St. Paul drop-in center. Donations are gratefully accepted at all Shabbat and Sunday programs.
Or Emet is a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective. For more information, email info@oremet.org or visit oremet.org.

Jewish Cultural Sunday School #5 (Tu B'Shevat Seder)
2027-01-10 10:00 - 12:30 | Twin Cities German Immersion School,, 1031 Como Ave, St Paul, MN, 55103, United States
Or Emet’s Jewish Cultural Sunday School (JCSS) for 3 to 13-year-olds meets monthly on Sunday mornings, with a concurrent program for their parents and other adults. The focus of each varies monthly.
A Tu B’Shevat Seder will take place after today’s JCSS session today.
Or Emet adult programs are free and open to the public.
For more information about Or Emet’s JCSS, visit the school blog on the Or Emet website, oremet.org.
To arrange a JCSS visit, learn more about JCSS, the youth program and/or for JCSS-related questions and issues, contact school director Molly Phipps at school@oremet.org.
Please direct inquiries about Or Emet and/or membership to info@oremet.org.

Shabbat Service | Program: TBA
2026-12-19 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-10-30 19:30 - 21:00 | Minnesota JCC Sabes Center Minneapolis, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd, Minneapolis, MN, 55416, United States
Or Emet will host a Humanistic Shabbat service led by Rabbi Eva Cohen followed by a presentation and social time.

Those who cannot attend the program in person may join over Zoom. A Zoom registration link will be shared a few weeks before the program.

We continue to collect empty pill bottles and personal care items for clients at Listening House, a St. Paul drop-in center. Donations are gratefully accepted at all Shabbat and Sunday programs.

Or Emet is a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective. For more information, email info@oremet.org or visit oremet.org.

Jewish Cultural Sunday School #4
2026-12-13 10:00 - 12:30 | Twin Cities German Immersion School,, 1031 Como Ave, St Paul, MN, 55103, United States
Or Emet’s Jewish Cultural Sunday School (JCSS) for 3 to 13-year-olds meets monthly on Sunday mornings, with a concurrent program for their parents and other adults. The focus of each varies monthly.
Or Emet adult programs are free and open to the public.
For more information about Or Emet’s JCSS, visit the school blog on the Or Emet website, oremet.org.
To arrange a JCSS visit, learn more about JCSS, the youth program and/or for JCSS-related questions and issues, contact school director Molly Phipps at school@oremet.org.
Please direct inquiries about Or Emet and/or membership to info@oremet.org.

Or Emet Hanukkah Party (Tentative Date)
2026-12-06 16:00 - 18:30 | First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, 900 Mount Curve Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Members and their guests are invited to celebrate Hanukkah again with Or Emet!

The event will feature fun group crafts, dreidel games, songs, dancing, menorah lighting and a community dinner. All will be family and kid friendly.

We will also collect hats and mittens on our mitten menorah to donate.

For more information about Or Emet programs, email info@oremet.org.

Shabbat Program: Yiddish Shabbos (Tentative Date)
2026-11-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Minnesota JCC Sabes Center Minneapolis, 4330 Cedar Lake Rd, Minneapolis, MN, 55416, United States
Or Emet will host a Humanistic Shabbat service led by Rabbi Eva Cohen, followed by a special Yiddish Shabbos program.

The family-friendly Yiddish Shabbos will feature Yiddish music and dance. Refreshments will be provided.

Those who cannot attend the Shabbat service in person may join over Zoom. A Zoom registration link will be shared a few weeks before the program.

We continue to collect empty pill bottles and personal care items for clients at Listening House, a St. Paul drop-in center. Donations are gratefully accepted at all Shabbat and Sunday programs.

Or Emet is a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective.

For more information about Or Emet, email info@oremet.org or visit oremet.org.

Jewish Cultural Sunday School #3
2026-11-15 10:00 - 12:30 | Twin Cities German Immersion School,, 1031 Como Ave, St Paul, MN, 55103, United States

Sunday Adult Program: Topic TBA
2026-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 | MN

"Intro to Judaism Through a Humanistic Lens": Rabbi Eva Cohen
2026-10-18 15:00 - 16:30 | MN
Or Emet’s Rabbi Eva Cohen will lead a three-session “Intro to Judaism Through a Humanistic Lens” course at the dates and times listed below. The location will be announced once it is determined.

Sunday, Oct. 4, 3 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 11, 3 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 18, 3 p.m.

Cohen received rabbinic ordination from the International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism in May 2024. In addition to being Or Emet’s first rabbi, she also is the first Humanistic rabbi in Minnesota.

Or Emet is a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective. For more information, email info@oremet.org or visit oremet.org.

"Intro to Judaism Through a Humanistic Lens": Rabbi Eva Cohen
2026-10-11 15:00 - 16:30 | TBA

Jewish Cultural Sunday School #2
2026-10-11 10:00 - 12:30 | Twin Cities German Immersion School,, 1031 Como Ave, St Paul, MN, 55103, United States

"Intro to Judaism Through a Humanistic Lens": Rabbi Eva Cohen
2026-10-04 15:00 - 16:30 | TBA
Or Emet’s Rabbi Eva Cohen will lead a three-session “Intro to Judaism Through a Humanistic Lens” course at the dates and times listed below. The location will be announced once it is finalized.

Sunday, Oct. 4, 3 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 11, 3 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 18, 3 p.m.

Cohen received rabbinic ordination from the International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism in May 2024. In addition to being Or Emet’s first rabbi, she also is the first Humanistic rabbi in Minnesota.

Or Emet is a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective. For more information, email info@oremet.org or visit oremet.org.

Jewish Cultural Sunday School #1 (Sukkot)
2026-09-27 10:00 - 12:30 | Twin Cities German Immersion School,, 1031 Como Ave, St Paul, MN, 55103, United States
Or Emet’s Jewish Cultural Sunday School (JCSS) for 3 to 13-year-olds meets monthly on Sunday mornings, with a concurrent program for their parents and other adults. The focus of each varies monthly.
On Sept. 27, a Sukkot celebration will take place after JCSS.
Or Emet adult programs are free and open to the public.
For more information about Or Emet’s JCSS, visit the school blog on the Or Emet website, oremet.org.
To arrange a JCSS visit, learn more about JCSS, the youth program and/or for JCSS-related questions and issues, contact school director Molly Phipps at school@oremet.org.
Please direct inquiries about Or Emet and/or membership to info@oremet.org.

Yom Kippur Service and Break-the-Fast
2026-09-21 16:30 - 20:30 | First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, 900 Mount Curve Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Or Emet invites everyone to share in our High Holiday services. We are a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective.
Today’s Yom Kippur service will be led by Rabbi Eva Cohen. Those who cannot attend in person can join over Zoom. Please register in advance here for the Zoom option.
Following the Yom Kippur service, a break-fast meal will be served. More information will be posted as it becomes available.
In keeping with tradition, Or Emet will collect nonperishable food and personal hygiene items at High Holiday events. Donations will be shared with Hallie Q. Brown Community Center.
For more information about Or Emet’s High Holiday services, email highholidays@oremet.org. For general information about Or Emet, email info@oremet.org or visit oremet.org.

Kol Nidre Service
2026-09-20 19:00 - 20:30 | First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, 900 Mount Curve Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Or Emet invites everyone to share in our High Holiday services. We are a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective.
Tonight’s Kol Nidre service will be led by Rabbi Eva Cohen. Those who cannot attend in person can join over Zoom. Please register in advance here for the Zoom option.
In keeping with tradition, Or Emet will collect nonperishable food and personal hygiene items at High Holiday events. Donations will be shared with Hallie Q. Brown Community Center.
For more information about Or Emet’s High Holiday services, email highholidays@oremet.org. For general information about Or Emet, email info@oremet.org or visit oremet.org.

Rosh Hashanah Tashlich Service and Potluck
2026-09-12 10:30 - 12:30 | TBA
Tashlich is a ceremony about identifying and letting go of undesired behaviors. It is held outside and is especially fun for children. Registration is required and details will be posted a few weeks before the event.
For more information about Or Emet’s High Holiday services, email highholidays@oremet.org. For general information about Or Emet, email info@oremet.org or visit oremet.org.

Rosh Hashanah Eve Service
2026-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 | First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, 900 Mount Curve Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
Or Emet invites everyone to share in our High Holiday services. We are a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective.
Tonight’s Rosh Hashanah service will be led by Rabbi Eva Cohen. Those unable to attend in person may join over Zoom. Please register in advance here for the Zoom option.
In keeping with tradition, Or Emet will collect nonperishable food and personal hygiene items at High Holiday events. Donations will be shared with the Hallie Q. Brown Community Center.
For more information about Or Emet’s High Holiday services, email highholidays@oremet.org. For general information about Or Emet, email info@oremet.org or visit oremet.org.

Summer Havdalah and Picnic
2026-08-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Cherokee Regional Park, 700 Cherokee Heights Blvd., St. Paul, MN, 55107, United States
Or Emet’s summer Havdalah and picnic will take place from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at Cherokee Regional Park,
700 Cherokee Heights Blvd., St. Paul.
Details will be added closer to the event date.

Rose King's B Mitzvah
2026-07-18 14:00 - 17:00 | MN
Mazel tov, Rose! Invitation with venue information and other details has been shared with Or Emet members.

Ilana Binder's Bat Mitzvah
2026-07-11 10:30 - 13:30 | MN
Mazel tov, Ilana! Invitation with venue information and other details has been shared with Or Emet members.

Lila Busby's Bat Mitzvah
2026-06-27 17:00 - 20:30 | MN
Mazel tov, Lila! Invitation with venue information and other details has been shared with Or Emet members.

“Take Me Out to the Ballgame” with Or Emet!
2026-06-20 18:37 | MN
Or Emet is already dreaming of sunshine, summer nights and bright green ball fields! Join us for our annual St. Paul Saints outing on Saturday, June 20, for the 6:37 p.m. game against the Omaha Storm Chasers (the Kansas City Royals’ AAA team).
The game will take place at CHS Field, 360 N. Broadway St. in St. Paul.
This year, ticketing is easier than ever! Just hop over to the Or Emet ticket portal to purchase your seats directly in our reserved section — no muss, no fuss, all fun. We can’t wait to root, root, root for the Saints with our Or Emet family!
Got questions? Email Carrie Dickson.

Leta Young's Bat Mitzvah
2026-06-13 11:00 - 13:30 | MN
Mazel tov, Leta! Invitation with venue information and other details has been shared with Or Emet members.
