Have you ever wondered what Orthodox Jews believe? I mean beyond the gossip. How do they chose a life of observance? What does it mean to them? Is there any part of it that makes sense for me? Have you wished you could ask an Orthodox rabbi but were afraid that they were all –…
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God Talk
Postponed due to illness. Will be rescheduled – probably for spring 2012. God Talk with Rabbi Menachem Creditor Rabbis have amazing God-conversations with children fairly regularly. Why we don’t continue these conversations as easily as we age? The questions certainly don’t get any easier! Perhaps we forget, over the years, that sharing doubts and yearning…
Read More »What Comes After Jewish Preschool?
Preschool provides a solid start to your child’s Jewish education. Once your child starts elementary school, building on that foundation may take more effort on the parents’ part. Join us for a workshop with Jewish education experts who will share their knowledge and insights to help parents gain a better understanding of how to pursue…
Read More »If Not Now, When? Making End of Life Decisions
If not now when? NOW is the time to learn and to act so that your last wishes will be fulfilled. NOW is the time to decide questions of end-of-life medical care, the disbursement of your wealth and possessions, plans and funeral arrangements, mourning rituals that will bring comfort to your survivors. Few experiences are…
Read More »Jewish Welcoming Ceremonies for Babies
Having a baby? Thinking of having one? What if it’s a boy, should you have a Bris? Is there an equally important ceremony for girls? Is it any different for an adopted baby? What does a bris or baby naming mean? Join us to discuss different ceremonies and their meanings, how welcoming ceremonies intersect with…
Read More »Conversion to Judaism
Everything You Always Wanted to Know, But Were Afraid to Ask Conversion is a scary topic — mostly for Jews. But it is inevitable that some non-Jewish partners will begin to think about becoming Jewish. It is also a fact that some Jews wish their non-Jewish spouse would convert. But talking to each other can…
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