In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Steven Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. 

In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Steve Schwartz's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (March 21, 2026) 

This week’s episode is a true treat as Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Sami Halle welcome special guest Rachel Lipman — a fifth‑generation winemaker and meadmaker at Loew Vineyards in Mt. Airy, Maryland, home of Maryland’s first Kosher winery.<...

Hosted by Sami Halle and featuring the voices of our incredible Morahs — Janice Huritz, Kayla Jackson, and Ashley Aragon — Episode 2 dives straight into the joyful whirlwind of spring holidays, classroom chaos, and t...

In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbi Abe Friedman's sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore.​ (March 14, 2026) 

This week’s episode of Havdalah Happy Hour is pure community joy as Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck relive the magic of Beth El’s Got Talent. Who knew our community could sing, laugh, play instruments, and showcase so man...

Join Ritual Director Ben Kreshtool and Cantor Emily Ellentuck as they dive into this week’s Parsha. Guess what?— more props this week! Tune in to catch all the fascinating ins and outs of the Parsha.

This week, Jill Suffel and Cantor Emily Ellentuck are back with a special treat: a bonus episode featuring two incredible guests, Hailey and Jenna, fresh off the recent Beth El Israel trip they experienced alongside our fearless chaperon...

In case you missed it or want to share, here is Rabbinical Student Samson Njogu​'s sermon from this past Shabbat at Beth El Congregation of Baltimore. (March 7, 2026) 

This week’s episode is a perfect blend of Purim joy, global awareness, and all the things we’re excited about right now. Join Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck as we reminisce about the best Purim ever—the costumes, the cha...

Join Rabbi Steven Schwartz and Ritual Director Ben Kreshtool as they dive into this week’s Parsha. Guess what?— more props this week! Tune in to catch all the fascinating ins and outs of the Parsha.

This week’s episode is a joyful reunion as Jill Suffel and Cantor Emily Ellentuck return from their incredible Beth El trip to Israel—and they come bearing stories. They give us the full rundown: the shopping (obviously), the unforgettable bite...

Join Rabbi Steven Schwartz and Ritual Director Ben Kreshtool as they dive into this week’s Parsha. Wahoo — even more props this week! We explored incense and played with fire (literally and figuratively). Plus, make su...

My Story with Keith Franz. Join us for this conversation led by Rabbi Steven Schwartz and get to know Keith Franz, a long time dedicated member of Beth El Congregation. Hear his family connections to Beth El and about his amazing journey to Afr...

The stars are aligning at Beth El! 🌟We’re sitting down for a special update with Rabbi Steven Schwartz, Stuart Dankner, Gail Willoughby, and Marsye Kaplan! Representing the Seniors Club and Mens Club, our guests give us the inside...

This week’s episode brings a whole new flavor to the table as Ben Kreshtool is joined by special guests Sami Halle and Tzippi King, while we send love across the ocean to our co‑hosts adventuring in Israel — Jill Suffel and Cantor Emily ...

Join Rabbi Steven Schwartz and Ritual Director Ben Kreshtool as they dive into this week’s Parsha — and yes, this episode comes with props!  Get ready for a fun, fascinating look at the text as they unpack the details, spark new...

Pack your virtual bags, because this week Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck are taking us on a full‑on travel adventure. We dive into Israel trips—from the magic of stepping onto Israeli soil for the very first time ...

Parsha Time with Ritual Director Ben Kreshtool & Rabbi Steven SchwartzMagic? Witchcraft? The weekly parsha? Yep… we’re going there.This week, we’re comparing and contrasting the “supernatural” in Torah with the way we talk abo...

This week’s episode is a full ride through Baltimore memories, modern obsessions, and the everyday chaos that somehow always brings us together. Join Ben Kreshtool, Jill Suffel, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck as they dive into nostalgic Baltimore—t...

Join us for an engaging conversation as Rabbi Schwartz and Ben Kreshtool dive into the weekly Parsha.Whether you’re a seasoned learner or just beginning your journey, these discussions invite you to explore fresh insights and discover ne...

Welcome to Morah to Talk About, the newest show on the Beth El Podcast Network, where we open the door to the vibrant, heartfelt, and often hilarious world of early childhood education. Hosted by Sami Halle and featuring the voices of our incre...

Ben, Jill, and Cantor Emily Ellentuck return to Havdalah Happy Hour to recap their snowy adventures—from how they prepped before the first flakes fell to the realities of shoveling, slipping, and surviving the deep freeze. Along the wa...

Join us for an engaging conversation as Rabbi Schwartz and Ben Kreshtool dive into the weekly Parsha.Whether you’re a seasoned learner or just beginning your journey, these discussions invite you to explore fresh insights and discover ne...

My Story: Dr. Steven Berlin in conversation with Dr. Ed Mishner. For over thirty years, Dr. Steven Berlin, a specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology, has prioritized shared decision-making, empowering women of all ages to actively p...