Exploring
Judaism
A series of classes at Or Shalom Synagogue including:
Basic Judaism (16 classes)
Beginning Hebrew (6 classes)
Special Topics (4 classes)
Who should attend? Seekers considering affirming Judaism for the first time are welcome, as
are Jews returning to Judaism and practicing Jews wanting to increase their
basic knowledge. Everyone
interested in attending must speak with the Or Shalom Rabbi.
What is our approach? In keeping with the Renewal Movement’s philosophy, we
both (1) explain Jewish customs in their historical and intellectual context,
and (2) emphasize the ways that Judaism speaks to the psychological and
spiritual needs of individuals and groups.
What will we study? In Basic Judaism, we will study a number of key topics in Jewish
thought and practice, ranging from Shabbat traditions, prayers, and holidays to
new directions in Kashrut to controversial ideas in theology. Discussion, questions, and a diversity
of viewpoints will be offered by the instructors and solicited from students in
the class. In Beginning
Hebrew, students will learn reading and basic vocabulary. Special topics
will include features from the synagogue’s Adult Education calendar.
Who will teach? Rabbi Laura Duhan Kaplan and others.
Where will the class be held? Or Shalom, 710 E. 10th Avenue at Fraser, unless another
location is arranged with the class. Please enter through the side door on Fraser Street.
When will classes be held?
Basic Judaism: 7:30-9:30 p.m., two Tuesday nights per
month, September through June
Beginning Hebrew: TBA
Special Topics: Based on our Adult Education Calendar
What should students bring? An open
heart, and open mind, and -- when
it is their turn on the schedule -- a dairy or vegetarian snack.
What should students read?
Required readings will be:
Jewish With Feeling, by Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi
Seasons of Our Joy, Rabbi Arthur Waskow
The Path of Blessing, Rabbi Marcia Prager
How much does the class cost? Fee structure under revision.
What role does the class play in preparing for
conversion to Judaism? If you are considering affirming Judaism for the
first time, we ask that you participate in
1.
“Exploring
Judaism” course
2.
Or Shalom
Shabbat morning or Friday night services twice a month
3.
Another Or
Shalom program (holiday, social, or educational) at least once a month
4.
One other adult
education opportunity of your choice in the Jewish community
5.
Consultation and
counseling with the Or Shalom rabbi about spiritual issues and questions of
importance to you.
Please note that there is no magic formula for
calculating when a person is ready to affirm Judaism. This will be determined on a person-by-person basis through
consultation with the rabbi.
Whom should I call if I have questions about the
course or the process? Please contact Rabbi Laura Duhan Kaplan
at Or Shalom via phone at 604-872-1614 or via email at reblaura@orshalom.ca.
Revised March 2, 2010
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