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Opening Judaism (New!)

What:        This is a class designed to crack open the texts, practices, and ideas that are the foundation of Judaism, and to offer a taste of how study works as a sustaining element of Jewish life. 

When:      Twice a month, on Tuesdays,7:30-9:30 PM  (Link to calendar posted below.)

Where:    Starting at Beth Israel on Nov 1, 2011,then moving to Ohev Shalom in Feb, 2012.

Who is this class for?

  • People who are educating Jewish children and yearn for a deeper understanding of what they offer their kids
  • People who are active in Jewish life and want the experience to be more deeply infused with knowledge and tradition
  • People who are beginning their relationship with Judaism and seek an adult understanding of Jewish life
  • People who feel that their Jewish education stopped short of the mature version of the tradition
  • People who want an overview of the rituals and sources that are the foundations of Judaism
  • Anyone who would like to engage in meaningful Jewish study

Tuition for the year: $200.
(Note: Tuition covers less than 1/2 the cost of Mekom Torah. If you are able to afford more, additional contributions are tax deductible, and gratefully accepted.)

Scholarships are available. If finances are a concern, please contact one of the following:
Rabbi Linda Potemken, Rabbi Jeremy Gerber, or Rabbi Helen Plotkin

Checks should be made payable to “RRC” with “Mekom Torah” on the memo line. Please mail checks to:

Mekom Torah
P.O. Box 178
Swarthmore, PA 19081

Online registration form


Calendar for Opening Judaism 2011-2012

Handouts

The pages we have used in class.

Recommended Books

Books we've discussed in our study sessions.

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