Connecting is a course taught by Rabbi Kaufman that will offer a basic understanding of each topic and address how to connect during this time of pandemic. It is appropriate for those just beginning a study of Judaism and for those who have been longtime members of the community.
Much is different in 2020.
All sessions will take place on Zoom at 7 pm and can also be seen on Facebook Live on Rabbi Kaufman’s page, David Jay Kaufman on Facebook. Zoom links will be provided through the Temple office for those interested in being able to ask questions and interact directly.
The schedule of classes follows:
Oct. 15 Connecting to Prayer
Oct. 29 Connecting to Jewish Calendar
Nov. 12 Connecting to Reform Judaism
Nov. 19 Connecting to Jewish Community
Dec. 3 Connecting to Israel
Dec. 10 Connecting to Chanukah
Join us on January 26 at Temple B’nai Jeshurun at 1 pm for a program on the 75th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz – January 27, 1945.
The program will feature a short film about the liberation, a discussion with David Wolnerman, a survivor of Auschwitz and Dachau, a presentation by Rabbi David Kaufman about rising Antisemitism today, and discussion. Kosher lunch will be served.
Please RSVP to Alicia@dmjfed.org, if you plan to attend so that we will be able to order the proper amount of food.
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OUR MISSION: Temple B’nai Jeshurun is to be a Reform Jewish congregation that is a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive community.
OUR VISION: We seek engagement with Judaism through spirituality, worship, community, social action and education to create richer and more meaningful lives.
