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Synagogue University—November 21, 2004

There is something for everybody—Check out what we have below.

Session 1: 10:30 - 11:15 (Since times are tight, please arrive on time.)

Chanukah, an Adult Perspective: Learn the true story of Chanukah and read texts upon which a modern perspective can be built. Rabbi George Driesen

Blowing the Shofar: Bring your shofar, lots of hot air, and learn how to put the two together. Matt Wald and Jeff Toretsky

Jewish Liturgy and Yoga: A kinesthetic approach to Prayer. This session will focus on integrating Jewish liturgical themes in our bodies. No experience with yoga required. (This class continues to 12:00). Cantor Rachel and local teacher of Yoga and Judaism, Judith Dack 

Session 2: 11:20 - 12:00

Writing an Ethical Will: Learn the history of ethical wills, explore some examples, and get started on writing your own will. Vicki Breman

Stand Up and Sit Down in Shul: Learn when we stand and when we sit for prayer and why. Rabbi Fred Dobb and Haya Laufer

Reconstructing Kashrut: Learn the basics of the dietary laws and how they can be a meaningful part of the modern Jewish perspective. Haya Laufer

Jewish Liturgy and Yoga: (Continued from Session 1).

12:00-12:25 Lunch: Bring a kosher dairy bag lunch plus one healthy side to share; e.g. grape tomatoes, carrots, veggie chips, side salad, fruit, etc. Coffee, tea, ice water and lemonade will be provided.

Session 3: 12:30 - 1:15

Introduction to Reconstructionism: Learn the basics, including the commonalities and differences with other branches of Judaism. Rabbi Fred Dobb

Making Shabbat at Home: Learn the prayers, songs and rituals connected with welcoming Shabbat in our homes on Friday night. Participants are encouraged to bring tape recorders as this session will present several options with the musical liturgy. Cantor Rachel Epstein

How to have an Aliyah: An introduction to Torah Honors. Get a "walk through" of what to do when being called up for an aliyah or other honor. David Ehrenstein

Session 4: 1:20 - 2:00

Kavanah in Action: Learn how to create rituals that transform common activities and life transitions into sacred acts. Kit Turen

How to Make Havdallah: Learn the rituals and melodies of this beautiful service. Lori Sumberg

Gabbai Training Session: Learn the basics and the hints. Hanna Weissberger