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Adult
Education...
“Say not, when I have leisure I will study; for you may never have
leisure.”
- Pirkei Avot 2:4
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As a testament to our belief that learning
is a lifelong process, Adult Learning and Continuing Education
opportunities abound at
SHJC. Among the many programs we offer are:
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Adult
Bat Mitzvah Class - Rabbi Jacknis instituted this very
special course of study a couple of years ago, and eighteen women
underwent the thrilling journey. Most couldn't even read
Hebrew when the classes began, but by their completion, each proudly
ascended the SHJC bimah to lead the Shabbat morning service and add
her unique voice to our collective heritage. An emotional high
point was reached as everyone read either a Torah or Haftarah
portion. The next class of future adult B'nai Mitzvah is in
the planning stages. Contact Rabbi
Jacknis for additional information.
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Rabbi's
Tuesday Morning class -
Every year,
Rabbi Jacknis picks a new text to read and learn from. This year the class
studied "Searching for Meaning in Midrash: Lessons for Everyday Living" by Michael Katz and
Gershon Schwartz. The class is led by the Rabbi, but
there is much give and take, as everyone benefits from the group
dynamic. You can join the 10:30 AM class at any time.
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Sisterhood
Book Club - Part
educational, part social, the Sisterhood Book Club is open to
anyone. Several times a year, the group decides on works of
popular fiction to discuss (usually, although some non-fiction
selections have been chosen), and meets in an atmosphere of
friendship and discovery. Jewish values and themes are popular
topics for conversation, and refreshments are always served (of
course!).
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Conservative
Judaism 101 - The Seminar on Conservative Judaism (a/k/a Conservative Judaism 101) is a one-session introduction to Conservative Judaism developed by
SHJC Past-President Ed Rudofsky in consultation with Rabbi Jacknis, and led by Ed and the Rabbi. Participants are introduced to the historical origins and philosophy of the Conservative Movement, the role of the major "arms" of the Movement, and the role of the Rabbi as the Mara D'Atra of the Congregation.
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