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Emanu-El Outreach Program Outreach: Programs and classes for those who want to learn more about Judaism, whether you were born Jewish, are considering Judaism, have chosen Judaism, or are raising Jewish children. Educational Programs: Taste of Judaism Temple Emanu-El’s Taste of Judaism program offers exciting and informational classes that explore Jews, Judaism and Israel through learning, discussion, stories, jokes and sampling of Jewish traditional foods. The class is in three, 2-hour sessions and is open to everyone in the entire community. Taste of Judaism offers an open interactive exploration of the history and practice of Judaism in three sessions that discuss Jewish Spirituality, Values and Community led by Rabbis Samuel M. Cohon and Benjamin Sharff. This is an exciting learning opportunity for all who want to deepen their knowledge and understanding of Jewish culture, history, rituals, community and practice, want to learn more about the Reform Jewish Perspective, or are simply curious about Judaism. The classes are free, but pre-registration is required. Please call 292-5816 for more information and to register. Dates
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Location August 21, 28, Sept 4 6:30 – 8:30 PM Northwest - Pima Community College NW August 23, 30, Sept 6 12:30-2:30 PM Green Valley - St. Francis Episcopal Church August 29, Sept 5, 19 6:00-8:00 PM East - Bear Canyon Library Sept 30, Oct 7, 14 1:00-3:00 PM Temple Emanu-El Taste of Judaism II: Jewish in America (URJ Belin Award winning program) For those whose intellect is hungry for more, there is Taste of Judaism II: Jewish in America. The three-part class explores contemporary American Jewish issues, including the History of Jews in America, Jewish Movements (Reform, Conservative and Orthodox), New Approaches to Prayer and American-Israeli Relations. Participants get 2 CDs of Jewish prayer music. There is a $25 fee for Taste II to cover the cost of materials (scholarships are available). October 1, 8, 15, 7:00 – 9:00 PM at Temple with Rabbi Samuel M. Cohon Basic Judaism Basic Judaism is a year-long thematic introduction to Jewish ideas, texts, theology, history and culture in an interactive discussion style. Judaism is a complex and magnificent religion and culture. Learn all the basics in this interactive, interesting, comprehensive, introductory class. We will explore the most important texts of Jewish tradition: Torah, Prophets, Writings, Gemara, Midrash, Codes, Philosophy and Liturgy. The process of group study of Torah will be cultivated in this interactive participatory class. Registration fee is $95 for the entire year for members, $130 for non-members. Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:20 PM; starting October 18th with Rabbi Ben Sharff Jewish Home and Family In order to live a fulfilling Jewish life, it helps to know how! Learn to do the things that make your home, your life, and your family “feel” Jewish. This is a monthly course in the pragmatic details of the Holiday, Shabbat and the Jewish life cycle, an exploration of all the ways, large and small, to “do Judaism” in practical terms, and to have a Jewish home and raise Jewish children. Sundays 9:30 – 11:00 AM: Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 10, March 9, April 6 and May 4 with Rabbis Cohon and Sharff Free childcare is provided! Call Mila at 327-4501 to sign up for childcare. Conversion Group At Temple Emanu-El, we place a great value on the integrity of the choice of becoming a Jew, and are privileged to have the opportunity to assist in the process of exploring developing a Jewish identity. The process of becoming Jewish is very individual and personal. Our conversion to Judaism program is flexible and organic in nature, but it does have certain specific requirements to assist you in coming to understand Judaism and determine if it is a choice you wish to make. The Conversion program includes coursework, attending Shabbat & Festival Services, reflective writing, individual meetings with the Rabbis, exploration of Jewish themes in media, and experiencing Judaism through spiritual, cultural, social, musical events. Our Conversion program meets every three months to discuss the conversion process, issues that may have come up, and to support each other through the conversion process. Free and open to all who want to know more about conversion to Judaism and what it means to be Jewish. Sunday, August 26th, 1:00 - 5:00 pm Wednesday, November 14th, 6:00 - 9:30 pm Sunday, February 10th, 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Wednesday, May 21st, 7:00 - 9:30 pm Hebrew Marathon Learn to read Hebrew in two fun sessions! Guaranteed to teach you to read Hebrew in just 7 12/ hours. This year, read along with the prayers at services and make Hebrew a language you know. Over 250 people have taken our fast, enjoyable Hebrew Marathons and learned to read Hebrew. Many have gone on to Hebrew mastery and comfort. You can, too! Registration fee of $35 for members, $55 for non-members. Sunday 8/26, 1:00 – 5:00 PM and Monday 8/27, 6:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday 10/14, 1:00 – 5:00 PM and Monday 10/15, 6:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday 1/13, 1:00 – 5:00 PM and Monday 1/14, 6:00 – 9:30 PM Worship Programs: Simply
Shabbat
An exploration of the Friday night Shabbat Service, with explanations of the service, and introductions to Shabbat songs and prayers in a non-threatening, slower-paced, celebration of the Sabbath. Rabbis Samuel M. Cohon and Benjamin Sharff and Cantorial Soloist Marjorie Hochberg lead this open approach to understanding the rituals, history, and practice of a Reform Sabbath experience. Come find out what Shabbat is all about! Everyone is welcome. Fridays at 7:30 PM: September 29, January 11, March 7 (Free childcare is provided - call 327-4501 to sign up for childcare.) Northwest Shabbat Celebrate
Shabbat in the Northwest! Temple
Emanu-El invites everyone to join us for fun, festive celebrations of Shabbat
at the Hilton El Conquistador Resort (10000 N. Oracle Road). A catered kosher dinner
of chicken and side dishes starts at 6:00pm and a relaxed, shorter service led
by Rabbi Benjamin Sharff follows at 7:00pm, followed by desserts and
socializing. Everyone is welcome; bring your friends and the whole
family. Please call 327-4501 to sign up for the dinner ($9 for adults,
free for kids under 13; no charge for coming just for the service). Fridays at 6:00 PM: August 17, October 19, November 16, December 7, January 11, February 29, March 21, and May 16 Family Programs: Babies and Bagels Club (URJ Belin
Award winning program) Babies and Bagels Club is a monthly group for families with preschool-age children (older siblings are welcome too). We play, eat, create, learn about Jewish holidays and rituals, discuss ethical parenting and have fun together. Babies and Bagels events are open to all- all families are welcome, members and non-members. Most events are free; donations are always welcomed. Please call Mila Anderson at 327-4501 for more information.
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