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Sulam is a program of the Jewish Life & Learning division of the Jewish Community Association of Austin.
Partner organizations include: Austin Jewish Academy, Congregation Agudas Achim, Congregation Beth Israel, Congregation Shir Ami, Congregation Kol Halev, Jewish Community Association of Austin's Jewish Life and Learning Division, Early Childhood Program (ECP), Outreach and Engagement Department, Jewish Family Service, and Young Adult Division, Temple Beth Shalom, kabbalahebrew.com (As of 1/8/09)
Interested in including your course offerings in the Sulam program? Learn about the Sulam Guidelines.
Cherishing Our Foundation Stones: Sacred Texts and Languages
The Afterlife in the Tanach/Hebrew Bible
Description: This is a one-time session repeated over three months. Rabbi Monty shatters the assumption often made that there is no reference to the Afterlife in our Scriptures.
Instructor: Rabbi Monty Eliasov
Date: January 28, February 24, March 19
Time: 7-8:30 PM
Fee: $10 per class session
Location: Call for location in Northwest Austin-private home hosted class
Registration and Information: rabbimonty@aol.com or (512) 401-9856 for reservations
Agency/Congregation: KabbalaHebrew.com
Beginning Modern Hebrew
Description: In an interactive setting, participants are introduced to the Hebrew Alef-Bet, vowels, essential pronunciation, sight-reading, and conversational skills using games and songs. Instructor Maya Amos has extensive experience in teaching Hebrew both in the United States and to immigrants in Israel.
Instructor: Maya Amos
Date: Begins February 5, 13 classes
Time: 6:30 PM
Fee: $150
Location: Dell Jewish Community Campus, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and Information: (512) 735-8020
Agency/Congregation: JCAA Division of Jewish Life and Learning
Conversational Hebrew
Description: This course develops conversation and comprehension skills. A basic knowledge and understanding of Hebrew is necessary. Instructor Maya Amos will help students focus on vocabulary, pronunciation, and communication skills. A perfect choice for those planning to go on the Israel 360 trip in June 2009!
Instructor: Maya Amos
Date: Begins February 1, 13 classes
Time: 4–5:30 PM
Fee: $150
Location: Dell Jewish Community Campus, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and Information: (512) 735-8020
Agency/Congregation: JCAA Division of Jewish Life and Learning.
Hebrew Language: Intermediate Prayerbook
Description: This class will concentrate on Hebrew grammar and vocabulary and on reading and understanding the prayer book with greater proficiency.
Dates: Mondays, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 2, 23, 30, April 6, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25
Time: 7-8:30 PM
Fee: $54, plus cost of books
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731.
Registration and information: denelle.silver@caa-austin.org or call (512)735-8400
How to Read From the Torah
Description: A seven-week class focusing on learning (or re-learning) the cantillation of the Torah. Opportunities to read Torah on Shabbat will beavailable but not required.
Instructor: Nancyellen Seiden
Date: March 29-May 17
Time: Sundays, 11–11:45 AM
Fee: $36
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731.
Registration and information: contact Nancyellen Seiden at nseiden@austin.rr.com or call (512)735-8400
Interfaith Hot Topics
Description: For Interfaith families and couples and those with non-Jewish family members, this course will explore hot button topics that arise, such as Chanukah vs. Christmas or teaching both religions to children or how to deal and live within a dual faith family, whether immediate or extended. Participants will be encouraged to share personal experiences and ask questions!
Instructor: Cantor Marie Betcher, Congregation Shir Ami Spiritual Leader
Date: Feb. 6 and April 3
Time: 6:45-7:45 PM before Shabbat Services
Fee: Free
Location: Shir Ami, Live Oak UU in Cedar Park
Registration and Information: Cantor Marie Betcher at cantoree@austin.rr.com or (512) 585-2895
Agency/Congregation: Congregation Shir Ami
Intermediate Hebrew (continued from the fall)
Description: This course allows students to progress through learning prayers recited during daily and Shabbat services with increasing levels of familiarity and comfort. Students also will acquire an expanded Hebrew vocabulary, both ritual and modern. The meaning and themes of the prayers are also explored.
Instructor: Gary Davidson
Date: Sundays, beginning February 1
Time: 11 AM—12 PM
Fee: $15.00
Location: Dell Jewish Community Campus, 7300 Hart Lane; room TBA
Registration and Information: Call (512) 735-8900 or visit www.bethshalomaustin.org/index.asp
Agency/Congregation: Temple Beth Shalom
Jewish Literacy
Description: This course focuses on the content and significance in the Jewish world of Torah, Tanakh, Mishna and Talmud while examining other genres of literature such as commentaries, legal codes and midrash.
Instructor: Rabbi Alan Freedman
Dates: Sundays, except the third Sunday of the month, beginning September 14 for eleven classes
Time: 10-11 AM
Fee: Free
Location: Dell Jewish Community Campus, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and information: Contact Temple Beth Shalom at (512) 735-8900 or register online at bethshalomaustin.org
Learn to Lead Services II
Description: A seven-week class focusing on how to lead a Shabbat Shacharit service. Opportunities to lead services after the completion of the class will be available, but not required.
Dates: Sundays, January 25-March 8
Time: 11-11:45 AM
Fee: $36
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and information: denelle.silver@caa-austin.org or call (512)735-8400
LIMUD: Torah Study
Description: This is an interactive weekly Torah study prior to the start of Shabbat morning services. Come just for the Torah study or stay for the entire service. Visitors welcome!
Instructor: Hazzan Neil Blumofe
Dates: Saturdays weekly beginning November 8
Times: 8:30 AM for P’sukei D’Zimria; 8:45–9:45 AM Torah study
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and information: jane.weiss@caa-austin.org or call (512)735-8400
Parashat HaShavuah: Explorations in the Torah Portion of the Week
Description: Explorations in the Torah portion of the week. This class meets over a light breakfast following Friday morning minyan each week.
Instructor: Hazzan Neil Blumofe
Times: Minyan at 7:15 AM; class 7:40–8:20 AM
Registration: No registration required. Breakfast following class (complimentary though contributions welcome)
Fee: Free
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and information: jane.weiss@caa-austin.org or call (512)735-8400
Sunday Torah Study
Description: Explorations in the Torah portion of the week. Members of the class will read the portion together in English with active discussion and commentary. No Hebrew knowledge or advance preparation is necessary. New members always welcome; bring a chumash if you have one.
Instructor: Roberta Long
Date: Sundays
Time: 9:30-10:45 AM
Fee: $36
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and information: Roberta Long at robertal@austin.rr.com or call (512) 735-8400
TAP2: Talmud
Description: An interactive study session that focuses on lessons from the Talmud.
Instructor: Hazzan Neil Blumofe
Dates: Thursdays, beginning October 30
Times: 9:15-10:45AM
Fee: $5 per person per class
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and information: jane.weiss@caa-austin.org or call (512)735-8400
Torah on Tap!
Description: Are you in your 20's and 30's? Are you looking for opportunities to learn more about Judaism while also meeting some other young adults?
Come to Torah on Tap! This is an opportunity for you to join one of our clergy or Jewish educators in an informal discussion on a topic of interest.
Instructor: Facilitators, locations and topics change each time so stay informed by registering on http://www.geshercity.org/austin!
Date: Monday or Tuesday evenings once a month
Time: Usually around 6:30 PM
Location: A bar or coffee shop
Registration: For more information on Torah on Tap, Jewish life for 20's and 30's in Austin or GesherCity, e-mail dana.epstein@shalomaustin.org
or call (512) 795-9937 ext. 17.
Journeying From Where We've Been: Jewish History
The Nuremberg War Crimes Trial
Description: Nancy Kenaston was one of the five court reporters to work with the Nuremberg War Crimes tribunal defendants, including Goering, Ribbentrop, Hesse, Field Marshal Keital and Jodl. This is a glimpse at Nuremberg itself after the air raids. Ms. Kenaston will talk about the importance of remembering the trial, which was the first time the allied nations had ever collaborated together to punish and hold accountable those that committed unspeakable acts against humanity and those who started the war.
Instructor: Nancy Kenaston, who was a reporter, a service woman in England's Women's Territorial Army, an anti-aircraft gunner, and a court
reporter for the American Air Forces in England.
Date: Sunday, March 29
Time: 11 AM
Fee: Free
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim sanctuary
Registration and Information: Aliza Orent at aliza.orent@shalomaustin.org or call (512) 735-8030
Agency/Congregation: Sponsored by the JCAA Division of Jewish Life and Learning in collaboration with the BJE and community education directors.
Considering What We Think and Feel: Jewish Philosophy, Ethics and Spirituality
CBI Scholar-in-Residence with Rabbi Reuven Firestone
Description: Islamic & Jewish Studies
Instructor: Rabbi Reuven Firestone
Date: January 30 -February 1, 2009
Times: Friday, January 30, 6:30 PM Shabbat services "Living as a Jewish Family in Egypt," Dinner following in Helen & Milton Smith Auditorium;
Saturday, January 31, 9-10:30 AM, Torah Study in Chapel, "A Jewish and Islamic Perspective of Exodus;" Saturday, January 31, 7-9pm,
Havdalah dessert buffet in Helen & Milton Smith Auditorium, "The Shared Heritage of Judaism and Islam;" Sunday, February 1,10 AM, Current Events Discussion in Helen & Milton Smith Auditorium, Topic to be determined.
Location: Congregation Beth Israel, 3901 Shoal Creek Blvd.
Registration and Information: (512) 454-6806
Agency/Congregation: Congregation Beth Israel
"I Didn't Mean to Sound Anti-Jewish" - How and Why Sermons Go Wrong
Description: Despite increasing understanding between Church and Synagogue, anti-Jewish sermons are still being preached by well-meaning priests and pastors who would be horrified to know that they are conveying anti-Jewish message. Why does this unfortunate situation arise? What can be done to prevent it? How might better biblical literacy create good news for Christians and Jews alike?
Instructor: Dr. Amy-Jill Levine of Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Professor of New Testament Studies, Vanderbilt University Divinity School, Department of
Religious Studies and Graduate Department of Religion.
Location: The AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center near the UT campus
Date: Thursday, January 22, 2009
Time: 7:30-9 PM
Fee: Free
Information: Lisa Goodgame, Austin Area Council of the Anti-Defamation League at (512) 735-8012 or lgoodgame@adl.org.
A Jewish Journey of Spirituality and Meditation
Description: Join as together we find an inner peace and tranquility through our texts and meditation. The class will be very participatory focusing on daily spiritual practices that will help us realize how our lives run by us and yet there is a constant inner peace we can learn to connect with. Our connection with God can transform us, if we learn to listen to the quiet.
Instructor: Cantor Marie Betcher, Congregation Shir Ami Spiritual Leader
Date: Jan. 24, Feb. 28, April 25, and May 23
Time: 10:30 AM—12 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Shir Ami classrooms at Live Oak UU in Cedar Park
Registration and Information: Cantor Marie Betcher at cantoree@austin.rr.com or (512) 585-2895
Agency/Congregation: Congregation Shir Ami
Conscience: The Duty to Obey, the Duty to Disobey by Rabbi Harold Schulweis
Description: According to Jewish Lights Publishing, Conscience is a “clarion call to rethink our moral and political behavior [and] examines the idea of conscience
and the role conscience plays in our relationships to government, law, ethics, religion, human nature and God - and to each other. From Abraham to Abu Ghraib, from the dissenting prophets to Darfur, Rabbi Harold Schulweis probes history, the Bible and the works of contemporary thinkers for ideas about both critical disobedience and uncritical obedience. He illuminates the potential for evil and the potential for good that rests within us as individuals and as a society.
Instructor: David Cohen
Date: February 4, 11, 18, 25
Time: 7-8:30 PM
Fee: $18
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim Registration and Information: Copies of the book are available at the CAA Sisterhood Gift Shop. Call (512) 735-8400 to register.
TAP Lunch 'n Learn: Wisdom of the Baal Shem Tov
Description: This lecture will focus on the life, times and teachings of Rabbi Yisrael Ben Eliezer, also known as the Baal Shem Tov (1698-1760).
Instructor: Hazzan Neil Blumofe
Date: Thursday, February 26
Time: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
Fee: $8 per person includes lunch
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and Information: (512) 735-8400 or email denelle.silver@caa-austin.org
Exploring How We Live: Jewish Rituals, Holidays, Lifecycles and Culture
CBI Scholar-in-Residence with Ron Wolfson
Description: Synagogue 3000 and Passover Workshop
Instructor: Ron Wolfson
Dates: Friday, April 3 and Sunday, April 5
Times: April 3 at 6:30 PM- Shabbat services, The Spirituality of Welcoming. Dinner following in Helen & Smith Auditorium; April 5 at 9:30-11 AM- Passover
Workshop in Helen & Milton Smith Auditorium
Location: Congregation Beth Israel, 3901 Shoal Creek Blvd.
Registration and Information: (512) 454-6806
Agency/Congregation: Congregation Beth Israel
Coffee with the Rabbi: Holiday Happenings Series
Description: Monthly Adult Education with AJA's Rabbi Robert Kirzner. On each of the Friday mornings listed below, Rabbi Kirzner will facilitate an overview of
the upcoming Jewish holiday.
Instructor: Facilitated by Rabbi Robert Kirzner
Date: January 30 (Tu B’Shevat), February 27 (Purim), March 27 (Passover), May 8 (Lag Ba’Omer), May 22 (Shavuot)
Time: 8-8:45 AM
Fee: Free
Location: Austin Jewish Academy
Registration and Information: Rabbi Robert Kirzner at robert.kirzner@austinjewishacademy.org
Austin Jewish Academy Community-wide Tu B’Shevat Seder
Description: The entire community is invited to come together for this special Tu B’Shevat Seder at Congregation Beth Israel. During the Seder, we will use a specially written haggadah to explore the Kabbalistic meaning attached to the “New Year for the Trees,” as well as sample many tasty foods.
Entertainment during the program will be provided by area children's choirs.
Date: Sunday, February 8
Time: 4–6 PM
Fee: $8 per person/$20 per family
Location: Congregation Beth Israel, 3901 Shoal Creek Blvd.
Registration and Information: Gail Manuel at (512) 454-6806 or gail@bethisrael.org
Agency/Congregation: JCAA Division of Jewish Life and Learning and Congregation Beth Israel
Derekh Torah II
Description: A continuation of the fall course, Derekh Torah is a unique program offering participants a challenging introduction to Judaism. Those who wish to explore Judaism and define its place in their lives will find Derekh Torah especially helpful, as will those who seek a deeper connection to the Jewish heritage and those who, as teachers and parents, are called upon to transmit the meaning and content of the Jewish heritage to others. Topics will include: ethics and values, the Sabbath and holidays, prayer, customs and practices of daily life, life cycle events, the Jewish People, Israel and many other subjects.
Instructor: Rabbi Kerry Baker of Congregation Kol Halev. Additional clergy will guest present.
Date: February 1-May 10
Time: 4:30–6 PM
Fee: $150
Location: Dell Jewish Community Campus, 7300 Hart Lane Registration and Information: (512) 735-8020
Agency/Congregation: JCAA Division of Jewish Life and Learning
The Essential Scoop on Raising Modern Jewish Kids: Can I Have a Cell Phone for Hanukkah?
Description: “Can I Have a Cell Phone for Hanukkah?” is a one-of-a-kind, comprehensive, Jewish parent’s instruction manual that covers everything from Barbie cell phones to Santa-envy to bar/bat mitzvah excess to extracurricular overload. With its combination of practical answers, solid philosophical foundation, and timeless Judaic values, modern moms and dads will have the information, advice, and encouragement they need to answer a lifetime of parenting questions. Written by author Sharon Duke Esteroff, this workshop will cover a variety of topics discussed in the book, including “Raising Children in a Materialistic World,” “Celebrating with Jewish Values,” and “Sailing the Social Seas.” Books available for purchase at Austin Jewish Academy; pre-reading is not required.
Instructor: Facilitated by Michele Chandler, JFS
Date: Tuesday, February 17
Time: 7– 8:30 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Austin Jewish Academy
Registration and Information: RSVP to Shira Strosberg, Director of Admissions and Outreach at (512) 735-8370 or e-mail shira.strosberg@austinjewishacademy.org
Agency/Congregation: Austin Jewish Academy & Jewish Family Service
Harmony in the Home
Description: Maintaining peace in home (Shalom Bayit in Hebrew) is a central Jewish value. With sibling rivalry, consumerist culture, and busy schedules,
how can families create peaceful, supportive, and nurturing environments for their children and spouses? This discussion-based workshop will explore concepts like family meetings, conflict resolution, how to effectively teach responsibility and provide consequences… all on the road to instilling harmony in the home.
Instructor: Facilitated by Michele Chandler, JFS
Date: Wednesday, May 13
Time: 7– 8:30 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Austin Jewish Academy
Registration and Information: RSVP to Shira Strosberg, Director of Admissions and Outreach, at (512) 735-8370 or e-mail shira.strosberg@austinjewishacademy.org
Agency/Congregation: Austin Jewish Academy & Jewish Family Service
Homework Help
Description: Do you debate the homework dilemmas in your mind each afternoon, asking yourself: How much should I really be involved with my child’s homework? How can I possibly help my child to learn Hebrew or the customs of the upcoming holiday, when I never learned Hebrew or how to celebrate? If you face any of these homework dilemma, or one like them, join us for this important discussion. AJA faculty members will lead participants in a panel discussion about how to partner with teachers to help your children reach their potential, and ultimately become independent learners.
Instructor: Panel with AJA Faculty, facilitated by Jeni Tubbs, Director of General Studies
Date: Thursday, January 15
Time: 7– 8:30 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Austin Jewish Academy
Registration and Information: RSVP to Shira Strosberg, Director of Admissions and Outreach, at 512.735.8370 or e-mail shira.strosberg@austinjewishacademy.org
Agency/Congregation: Austin Jewish Academy
Introduction to Judaism
Description: This is an introduction to Judaism for Jews and non-Jews. This dynamic course will introduce or refresh many areas of Judaism and Jewish life including history, holidays, life-cycle events, philosophy, theology and Israel.
Instructor: Hazzan Neil Blumofe
Dates: Wednesdays in the Spring: January 7, 14, 21, February 4, 11, 18, March 4, 18, 25, April 1, 22, 29 and May: 6, 13, 20
Time: 6-8:30 PM
Fee: $150 plus the cost of books
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and information: Call (512) 735-8400 or e-mail denelle.silver@caa-austin.org
Interfaith Hot Topics
Description: For Interfaith families and couples and those with non-Jewish family members, this course will explore hot button topics that arrise, such as Chanukah vs. Christmas or teaching both religions to children or how to deal and live within a dual faith family, whether immediate or extended. Participants will be encouraged to share personal experiences and ask questions!
Instructor: Cantor Marie Betcher, Congregation Shir Ami Spiritual Leader
Date: Feb. 6 and April 3
Time: 6:45-7:45pm before Shabbat Services
Fee: Free
Location: Shir Ami, Live Oak UU in Cedar Park
Registration and Information: Cantor Marie Betcher: cantoree@austin.rr.com or (512) 585-2895
Agency/Congregation: Congregation Shir Ami
Judaism 101
Description: For those wanting to learn about Judaism for the first time, or renew their religious upbringing. For Jewish and non-Jewish participants, this course will explore Jewish history, traditions, holidays, life cycles, Israel and ethics while learning the value and love of Torah and other sacred texts. Participants will also learn beginning Hebrew and how to participate and feel comfortable in Services.
Instructor: Cantor Marie Betcher, Congregation Shir Ami Spiritual Leader
Dates: Wednesdays, starting January 14
Time: 7 PM
Fee: $18, plus cost of textbooks
Location: Shir Ami classrooms at Live Oak UU in Cedar Park
Registration and Information: Cantor Marie Betcher at cantoree@austin.rr.com or (512) 585-2895
Agency/Congregation: Congregation Shir Ami
Living a Jewish Lifestyle
Description: Judaism is more than a religion; it is a style of living. This course will explore how one might undertake living Jewishly outside of Shabbat and festival observance. Subjects will include observing kashrut, family purity, Jewish communal life and other Jewish influences in the home.
Instructor: Various
Date: Sundays: Feb. 1, 8, 22; March 1, 8, 29, April 5, 19
Time: 10--11 AM
Fee: None
Location: Dell Jewish Community Campus Registration and Information: Call (512) 735-8900 or visit www.bethshalomaustin.org/education/adult.asp
Agency/Congregation: Temple Beth Shalom
Shabbat at Home: Creating a Kid-Friendly Shabbat Experience
Description: How can we, as parents, reinforce what our children are learning about the holy day of Shabbat? This workshop will explore techniques for celebrating Shabbat at home with children of all ages. Workshop will address rituals, blessings, songs and more--and explore ways to make Shabbat a special and endearing time for children.
Instructor: Facilitated by Rabbi Robert Kirzner, AJA
Date: Tuesday, March 17
Time: 7:00– 8:30 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Austin Jewish Academy
Registration and Information: RSVP to Shira Strosberg, Director of Admissions and Outreach at 512-735-8370 or e-mail shira.strosberg@austinjewishacademy.org Agency/Congregation: Austin Jewish Academy
TAP Lunch 'n Learn: Kashrut at Home – Personal Journeys Panel Discussion
Description: The decision to maintain a kosher diet may not be as simple as it seems. Hear a variety of perspectives and glean some practical tips from CAA members who made the personal commitment to observe kashrut.
Instructor: Moderated by Hazzan Neil Blumofe, with additional guests
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2009
Time: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
Fee: $8 per person includes lunch
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and information: denelle.silver@caaaustin.org or call (512)735-8400
Taste of Tel Aviv
Description: Join us in celebrating Tel Aviv's 100th anniversary with culinary artist David Kogan, as he winds his way through the cuisine of contemporary Tel Aviv. Hold this date open as more information comes your way through the Jewish Outlook and the JCAA e-newsletter. This event is one in a series of events honoring and celebrating Israel and Tel Aviv at 100.
Instructor: David Kogan
Date: Thursday, April 23
Time: 7PM
Fee: TBA
Location: Dell Jewish Community Campus
Registration and Information: Contact Aliza Orent at aliza.orent@shalomaustin.org or call (512) 735-8030 for more information.
Agency/Congregation: JCAA
Celebrating Who We Are: Diaspora Judaism; Denominations; Ashkenazi, Sephardic and Mizrachi Jews
Comparative Judaism
Description: This four-part series will address the philosophies and principles which underlay the three major branches of Judaism (Orthodox, Conservative and Reform) as well as other smaller movements. The objective of the course will be to reach a better understanding not only of the varying practices among the various branches of Judaism but also why that is so. The class will also focus on that which unites us as a community despite our differences.
Instructor: Various
Date: March 24, March 31, April 7, April 21
Time: 7:30 PM
Fee: None
Location: TBA
Registration and Information: Call (512) 735-8900 or visit www.bethshalomaustin.org/index.asp
Agency/Congregation: Temple Beth Shalom Interfaith Hot Topics— see Cherishing Our Foundation Stones: Sacred Texts and Languages
TAP Lunch 'n Learn: Connecting with Israel in the 21st Century
Description: Perspectives on making a personal connection with Israel today.
Date: Wednesday, April 22
Time: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
Fee: $8 includes lunch
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and information: (512) 735-8400 or email denelle.silver@caa-austin.org
Ten Things I Never Learned in Hebrew School!
Description: This is a one-time session repeated over three months. In an illuminating and informative way, Rabbi Monty broaches topics about Jewish diversity that don't get much airtime in traditional Jewish religious instruction.
Instructor: Rabbi Monty Eliasov
Date: January 14, February 10, March 5
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Fee: $10 per class session
Location: Call for location in Northwest Austin— private home hosted class
Registration and Information: rabbimonty@aol.com or call (512) 401-9856 or reservations.
Agency/Congregation: KabbalaHebrew.com
VeZot HaTorah! Kabbalah is our Heritage Too!
Description: This is a one-time session repeated over three months. While claiming that there is no such thing as "the Kabbalah," Rabbi Monty nevertheless proceeds to prove that Kabbalah is intrinsic to the Jewish tradition.
Instructor: Rabbi Monty Eliasov
Date: January 21th 2009 / February 17th 2009 / March 12th 2009
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Fee: $10 per class session
Location: Call for location in NW Austin - private home hosted class
Registration and Information: rabbimonty@aol.com or (512) 401-9856 for reservations.
Agency/Congregation: KabbalaHebrew.com
Contemplating Contemporary Issues— Politics and Current Events
CBI Scholar-in-Residence with Ron Wolfson—see Exploring How We Live: Jewish Rituals, Holidays, Lifecycles and Cultures “I Didn’t Mean to Sound Anti-Jewish –How and Why Sermons Go Wrong”
Description: Despite increasing understanding between Church and Synagogue, anti-Jewish sermons are still being preached by well-meaning priests and pastors who would be horrified to know that they are conveying anti-Jewish messages. Why does this unfortunate situation continue to arise? What can be done to prevent it? How might better biblical literacy create good news for Christians and Jews alike?
Instructor: Dr. Amy-Jill Levine, E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Professor of New Testament Studies, Vanderbilt University Divinity School Department of Religious Studies and Graduate Department of Religion
Date: January 22
Time: 7:30 PM
Fee: FREE
Location: AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center
Registration and Information: Lisa Goodgame at (512) 735-8012 or lgoodgame@adl.org. Reservations are highly recommended as seating is limited. Agency/Congregation: Austin Council of the Anti-Defamation League
Perspectives in Conservative Judaism
Description: A four-part series that will examine current issues from a Conservative Jewish perspective.Potential topics may include: medical issues, kashrut, interfaith, and raising Jewish teens in a secular society.
Instructors: Will vary by topic
Dates: Saturdays: March 7, April 4, May 2 and June 6
Time: 1:30– 2:45 PM
Fee: free
Location: Congregation Agudas Achim, 7300 Hart Lane, Austin, TX 78731
Registration and Information: denelle.silver@caaaustin.org or call (512) 735-8400
Tapestry of Jewish Learning
Description: Tapestry celebrates seven years of excellence in Jewish education. The program features engaging courses, intriguing topics, and awardwinning education. A tapestry of Jewish life—past, present, and future—unfolds during this seventh annual, Jewish adult educational experience, bringing together a dynamic and accomplished group of presenters boasting expertise in a wide range of intriguing and meaningful topics. Participants will unravel the deeper complexities of Jewish music, politics, literature, sciences, cuisine, Israel, and more in this evening of study. Enrich your understanding. Deepenyour knowledge. Expand your horizons.
Instructors: Various accomplished educators, with keynote by David Klinghoffer. A senior fellow at the Discovery Institute, Klinghoffer is the author of Why
the Jews Rejected Jesus: The Turning Point in Western History (2005), The Discovery of God: Abraham and the Birth of Monotheism (2003), and the spiritual
memoir The Lord Will Gather Me In (1998), which was a National Jewish Book Award finalist. His articles have appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Seattle Times, and other publications. A former literary editor of National Review magazine, he is the 2006 First Place winner of the Rockower Award for journalism excellence.
Date: Sunday, February 15 • 21 Shevat 5769
Time: TBD
Information: To get involved with the planning of this award-winning event, contact Aliza Orent at aliza.orent@shalomaustin.org or (512) 735-8030.
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