The Adult Education Brochure for 2007-2008 (5768) is available here. You may register for any class by calling 914-235-1800, ext. 220 or by sending in the registration form in the brochure.
INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM - The course that covers it all!
Thursday evenings: October 18, 25; November 1, 8, 29; December 6, 13, 20; January 24, 31; February 7, 14; March 27; April 3, 10 and 17.
7:00-7:30 pm Schmooze & Nosh
7:30-9:00 pm Study
REGISTRATION FEE: $180 for singles; $270 for couples. This fee includes books and materials.
Taught by Rabbi Evan Goodman, Rabbi Beth Nichols, Cantor Erik Contzius and Rabbinic Intern Spike Anderson.
A broad sweep of Jewish history, culture, ritual and theology. Everything you ever wanted to know about Judaism or have forgotten from your Religious School days. A perfect course for those considering conversion, interfaith couples, or Jews who want a refresher course on the grand themes of Jewish living.
MINIMESTERS
Self-contained four-week seminars beginning in October, November, January and March.
Minimester 1: THE TORAH AS AN ICON
Taught by Rabbi Beth Nichols
Dates: October 18, 25, November 1 and 8. Register by October 4.
If the words of the Torah are what are most important to our Judaism, why do we treat a Sefer Torah -- a Torah scroll -- differently than a printed text? Why do we kiss, dress and bury our Torah Scrolls?
This class will explore our emotional, spiritual and intellectual connections to the Sefer Torah. We will trace the historical origins of the written Torah, walk through the imagery of the Torah service, and debate whether the Sefer Torah is treated as an icon.
Minimester 2: "Shema Yisrael, I don't know Eloheinu, I don't know Ekhad"
Taught by Cantor Erik Contzius
Dates: November 29, December 6, 13 and 20. Register by November 15.
What is God? Is there a place for the person who does not believe in God at the Temple? Why do bad things happen to good people?
We will address all these questions and more as we study Rational Theology, the understanding that there are ways to view God as something real, understandable and rational.
Sid and Ruth Lapidus Scholar in Residence
Dates: October 26-28
We welcome Rabbi Micky Boyden for a weekend of learning as part of our centennial celebration. Rabbi Boyden made aliyah to Israel from England over twenty years ago and now lives near Tel Aviv. He is director of the Rabbinic Court of the Israel Council of Progressive (Reform) Rabbis and serves as rabbi of the Kehilat Yonatan congregation established in memory of his son, who fell while on active service in Lebanon. He writes regularly for the Jerusalem Post on matters related to religious rights in Israel
Rabbi Boyden's schedule of talks:
Israel and the Middle East -- Living in a Tough Neighborhood
Friday, October 26 at Erev Shabbat services (8:00 pm)
Should Conversion to Judaism be Difficult?
Saturday, October 27 at Shabbat services (11:00 am)
Reform Jews -- Struggling for Equal Rights in the Jewish State
Sunday, October 28 at Brotherhood Breakfast (9:15 am)
Ongoing Learing Opportunities. . .
HEBREW
Taught by Joanne Toledano
Beginner Hebrew:
Sundays from 11:00 am to noon
Intermediate Hebrew:
Tuesdays from 7:15 pm to 8:15 pm
Advanced Hebrew:
Mondays from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Join with other adult learners in a stress free setting to either start or continue your Hebrew education. Participation enables members to be eligible for Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah. A conversational Hebrew group will also be forming this year. Check the upcoming issues of Temple Topics for details.
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