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
Handouts
The pages we have used in class.
Recommended Books
Books we've discussed in our study sessions.
