Havurah Application

HAVURAH HAPPENING: APRIL 14, 2002 AT 7:00 PM

The Havurah Program at Congregation Albert

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What is a Havurah?

The word Havurah” (plural—Havurot) comes from the Hebrew word “Haver,” which means friend. The formation of a Havurah group is an opportunity to develop life-long friendships with congregants who have similar interests. Each Havurah is a small community of congregants who meet on a regular basis to offer one another social support and to pursue self-directed programs of Jewish study, celebration and/or community service. Participation in a Havurah group is intended to supplement, not replace, the spiritual, social and intellectual activities provided by our congregation. Havurah membership is an extension and privilege of Temple membership; you must be a member in good standing in order to participate.

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Goals of a Havurah:

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How Large is Each Havurah and Who is Involved?

The size of a group is up to each individual Havurah. As a guideline, each group consists of about 12 or as many as 20 individuals. Groups are formed by the Havurah Committee initially, based upon your response to the attached application. An attempt will be made to form groups with similar interests. Again, as a guideline, there will be groups comprised solely of young families or people of different ages or members who prefer their own age groups. There may be groups who prefer intellectual study over theological study and vice versa. There will be schmoozing groups and eating groups. In other words, there will be a group for everyone.

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Who Runs the Havurah?

Each Havurah is self-governed and sets its own rules and agenda. Congregation Albert’s Havurah Committee is available as a resource, but does not direct activities. The members of the Havurah chart the direction of their group. Each group should have a contact person so that the committee can follow up as needed.

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Where and When Will the Havurah Meet?

This is entirely up to the members of each Havurah. Generally, each group will meet once a month at the house of one of the members. Some groups may choose to meet more frequently or less frequently. Meeting locations should be rotated among different homes, although members may occasionally choose alternate locations for a specific activity. The day, time, and place of the meetings is determined by each group.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Pearl Gross or Doris Duhigg

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What is the Havurah Happening?

This is a chance to learn more about Havurah and to meet other congregation members who, like you, are interested in joining a Havurah. Committee members and volunteers will be available to guide you through the process. The Havurah Happening will be held in the Social Hall. Participation in a Havurah is all about community and friendship. Join us by completing and returning the attached application TODAY!

Congregation Albert Havurah Application

To submit this application electronically, please complete the information below and hit the "Send Application" button. You may also complete the form, print it and then drop it off at the temple office or mail to:

HAVURAH, Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110

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YOUR NAME:
Your Age:
Names and Ages of Other Adults in Household:
Names and Ages of Children in Household:
Home Address :
City:
State:
Zip Code:
HOME PHONE:
Your Work Phone:
Other Adult(s) Work Phone(s):
Your Occupation:
Other Adult(s) Occupation(s):
EMAIL ADDRESS:
Marital Status:
Are you currently in a Havurah
sponsored by Congregation Albert?
How long have you been a member
of Congregation Albert		 years

Please indicate your areas of interest below. Also check other columns as appropriate:

Category Level of Interest
Socializing
Shabbat/Holiday Observance
Social Action
Current Events/Discussions
Jewish Study
Jewish Spirituality
Cultural
Other Area of Interest:
Other Area of Interest:

Type of Havurah you would prefer to participate in:
(please rank by order of preference, "1" being the highest)

Single Parents Interfaith Couples
Adoptive Families Gay & Lesbian
Singles Couples
Intergenerational Families Widows
  Widowers
Families with Children: Empty Nesters:
Parents - 20s & 30s 50s & 60s
Parents - 40s & up 70s & up

If you prefer to be in a Havurah with other specific Congregation Albert members, please identify them below:

Please discuss any special preferences, concern, or questions in this space:

Disclaimer: We will do everything possible to create or assign you to a Havurah which meets your interest areas; however, we cannot guarantee that everyone's special needs will be met.

Covenant:
I understand that by joining a Havurah, I commit to attend its functions for at least its first six months of existence.

(Please note: If you submit this form electronically, in lieu of a signature, please enter your name followed by your month of birth. Thank you)

YOUR SIGNATURE:
(or name and birth month)
TODAY'S DATE:
OTHER ADULT SIGNATURE:
(or name and birth month)
Today's Date:

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If you have questions, please contact Pearl Gross or Doris Duhigg

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