Introduction to Jewish Practice: Grounded and Open Judaism for Everyday Life
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The course will take place in-person on Wednesday evenings during March, April, May, and one evening in June. Note that there is no class on April 16th during Passover. The course will be taught by Rabbi Yosef Berman along with 2-3 guest teachers for individual sessions.
This 12-session course is geared towards anyone who wants to learn more or delve more deeply into Jewish practice including those who want to update (or unlearn) their Hebrew School education, interfaith couples, and those returning to or interested in exploring Judaism. Topics include Shabbat, prayer, holidays, life cycle events, all from the perspective of Judaism as a liberatory and spiritual practice. Authors we’ll read include Marge Piercy, Michael Strassfeld, Arthur Waskow, Marcia Falk, Jill Jacobs, Aurora Levins Morales, Art Green and more. There will be assigned readings as well as an experiential component.
Dates and times:
7:00-8:30pm on:
March 12, 19, 26
April 2, 9, 23, 30
May 7, 14, 21, 28
June 4
Below is a sliding scale for members and non-members. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. If money is tight, please do not make a donation and put 00 in the form and click submit
Members: Sliding Scale from $100- $150
Non-Members: Sliding Scale $150-$300
Participants will be provided with PDFs for the readings and will be responsible for acquiring 2 additional books