Adult Education - September 1999

Congregation Albert
A Congregation of LEARNERS and of TEACHERS
FALL ADULT EDUCATION COURSES
Registration for all Classes through the Religious School Office
All fees must be prepaid
Minimum class sizes will be required

Introduction to Judaism
Dates: Tuesday Evenings
September 7, 1999 - February 1, 2000
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Instructor: Rabbi Joseph R. Black

An overview of Jewish belief, practice, and community issues for those interested in an adult level grounding in the basics of the tradition.

(Scholarships are available)
Child care is available and must be prepaid.

** Those interested in conversion to Judaism must schedule a meeting with Rabbi Black prior to registering.

Beginning Prayerbook Hebrew
Dates: Wednesday Evenings
September 22 - December 8, 1999
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Instructor: Elisheva Crowell

For persons who have never studied Hebrew. the student who completes this course will be able to read and understand common words and phrases in "Gates of Prayer," the Reform Jewish prayerbook, understand the basic prayerbook vocabulary and feel comfortable with the weekday and Shabbat services.

Biblical Hebrew
Dates: Wednesday Evenings
September 22 - December 8, 1999
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Instructor: Elisheva Crowell

For persons who have taken the Introduction to Prayerbook Hebrew in a previous term. The student who completes this course will gain a basic understanding of the structure of the Hebrew language, be introduced to principles of Hebrew grammar and secure a more in-depth understanding of the language, meaning, and sequences of siddur. this combination of topics will provide the student the ability to explore the depth and profound nature of one of the central texts of Jewish life.

Sacred and Secular Histories of the Ancient Hebrews
Dates: Tuesday Evenings
September 7 - December 14, 1999
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Instructor: Fred March

What did the writers of the Tanach want us to know about their writings? What do archeologists and other scholars have to tell us about them?

Sisterhood Book Group
Dates: Tuesday Afternoons
October 26, November 9, 16, 23, 1999
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Leader: Glenda Orchant

Book: Harlot by the Side of the Road by Jonathan Kirsch
Cost of the book: $12.00 (must be ordered from Janet Barsky)

Reform Judaism: Where do we Stand?
Dates: Choice of Brown Bag Lunch or Evening Seminars
Brown Bag: Wednesdays 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. Oct. 13, 27, Nov. 10, Dec. 1
Evening Seminars: Thursdays 7:00 p.m. Oct. 14, 28, Nov. 11, Dec. 2
Instructor: Rabbi Joseph R. Black

(Scholarships are available for members)

Last May, the Central Conference of American Rabbis (CCAR) adopted a set of "Ten Principles of Reform Judaism," at its annual convention in Pittsburgh. These Principles were hotly debated prior to adoption and are still not universally embraced. In these sessions, Rabbi Black will share his perception of four key issues included in the Statement of Principles. There will be an opportunity for study and discussion. Each of the four issues will be discussed at the Wednesday Brown Bag session and during the Evening Seminar on the following day.

Oct. 13, 14
Liturgy and Prayer: How have the concept and the content of our liturgy and prayer-experiences evolved over the past century?

Oct. 27, 28
Intermarriage, Outreach and Conversion: How have intermarriage and an increasing number of Jews by Choice affected our movement?

Nov. 10, 11
Social Action: Is the trend toward deeper spiritual roots impacting the movement's historic emphasis on Social Justice?

Dec. 1, 2
Zionism and Religious Pluralism in Israel. What is the future of Reform Zionism? In the face of tensions between the Orthodox and the Conservative and Reform movements in Israel, are we still connected to the Jewish State?

Write Your Own D'var Torah
Dates: Wednesday Evenings
October 6, 13, 20, 27, 1999
7:00 p.m.
Instructor: Skip Dixon

Class will explore resources for studying in depth the weekly parashah and examine sample Divrei Torah in preparation for writing their own Divrei Torah and sharing them with the class.

Exploring Fatherhood
Date: Thursday, October 7
7:00 p.m.
Leaders: Rabbi Joseph Black
Dr. Jeffrey Katzman, asst. Clinical Professor, UNM Dept. of Psychiatry

Attention: All Jewish Fathers and Grandfathers
Come join us in a lively discussion of the joys and pitfalls of being a Dad. In this session, we will discuss Jewish paradigms of fatherhood, as well as exploring the modern-day experience of the journey men take in their development at fathers.

It is our hope that this program will serve to launch an ongoing discussion group for fathers and grandfathers of all ages.

To Register:
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For payment by check, or to avoid sending credit card information over the Internet, this form can be printed when completed and sent with your payment by mail to:

Leah Schaer
c/o Congregation Albert
3800 Louisiana Boulevard NE
Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505)883-0306

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