Temple Israel offers a wide variety of educational opportunities for adults. There are year-long programs, short courses, hands-on cooking classes, book reviews, and more. Come broaden your understanding of Judaism. Most programs are offered at no charge. Please note that some programs require pre-registration, but most do not.
This year Temple Israel (Reform) and Congregation Or Shalom (Conservative) are offering a joint adult education program: J.E.M. - Jewish Educational Manna -- Intellectual Food for the Wondering Jew at the JCC. All J.E.M. programs are free of charge and open to the public. There's lots to learn. Come join us!
If you can’t drive in the dark, or you’re without a car (or license) and you want to come to Temple for any reason (a program, a service) please call the Temple Office with as much notice as you can, but even if it’s for the same day, please call.
All JEM programs meet Monday 7:30pm at the JCC. This series of presentations by outstanding speakers is presented jointly by Or Shalom and Temple Israel. More info will be posted on the Adult Education page when it becomes available.
The class is intended for ANYONE who wishes to increase his/her Jewish knowledge and is a prerequisite for any person anticipating conversion. Details on the Adult Education page.
EVERY TEMPLE ISRAEL HOUSEHOLD SHOULD BE RECEIVING – AND READING – REFORM JUDAISM MAGAZINE! It is an excellent resource which links us to the broader Reform Jewish world…and it is part of your membership package! If you do not receive REFORM JUDAISM MAGAZINE, call the Temple Office, please. Stop missing opportunities for Jewish growth!
Shabbat Torah Study
Shabbat Torah Study
There will usually be two Saturday morning Torah study sessions each month.
When there is no Shabbat service scheduled on Saturday (because there was one on Friday evening), the study session will begin at 10:30am, and it will run until noon. When there is a service scheduled that Saturday, Torah study will begin a 9:00am (with a light breakfast including bagels) and it will end at 10:25am, after which services will begin.
September Torah Study Sessions:
Due to the timing of the High Holy Days, there will be no regular Shabbat study sessions in September.
Join us for S'lichot study and service, Saturday, September 4, 9:00pm
Jewish Information Class ( J.I.C.)
JEWISH INFORMATION CLASS
"Take to heart these instructions with which I charge you this day. " ~Liturgy, from Deuteronomy 6:6
The Jewish Information Class will hold an information meeting on Sunday evening, October 3, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. At that time, we will discuss the goals and structure of the class, and textbooks will be available.
There is no charge for the class except for the text. The sessions will run October to December, breaking (with readings and activities) until February. The sessions will conclude in May.
The class is intended for ANYONE who wishes to increase his/her Jewish knowledge and is a prerequisite for any person anticipating conversion.
Rabbi Dressler: "Not sure if this is the class, or the year, for you? Come to the meeting to see what you think. After that, I am available for individual meetings if you want to discuss things further. I look forward to joining you on your journeys!"
Please contact theTemple Officeif you are interested in attending, or to get more information.
Global Day of Jewish Learning
Learn to Read Hebrew
LEARN TO READ HEBREW
(Fall 2010 dates have not yet been announced.)
A 15-hour course teaching the AlefBet and Hebrew reading in ten weekly sessions of 1 ½ hours will be jointly offered by Temple Israel and Congregation Or Shalom and taught by Rose Klein, an experienced and certified Hebrew teacher.
Descriptions of what courses will be offered, and who will be teaching them.
A link to the YouTube video about Melton.
A downloadable registration form.
Copies of the LJCN articles about Melton that have appeared over the last year.
News about Melton events.
Contact information
The London FMAMS is on hiatus
After three outstanding years, the Florence Melton Adult Mini-School (FMAMS) in London, Ontario is taking a break. London is a small community, and it looks like we need time to grow a new crop of students.
Check in with the London Jewish Community Centre (519-673-3310) from time to time, to see when Melton will return.
4 June 2010
What is J.E.M.?
J.E.M. = Jewish Educational Manna -- Intellectual Food for the Wondering Jew
J.E.M. is a joint project of Congregation Or Shalom (Conservative) and Temple Israel (Reform) Monday evenings at 7:30pm at the JCC (536 Huron Street) Coffee and snacks will be available at 7:15pm, with classes starting promptly at 7:30pm
All JEM programs are free of charge and open to the public.
Monday, October 4. 7:30 pm Kasztner's Train and the Ghosts of Europe - Anna Porter Monday, October 18, 7:30 pm Yidish - Fun Shiltung biz di Hoykhe Fenster (Yiddish - From Cuss Words to High Culture) - Bob Goldenberg Monday, October 25, 7:30 pm Lifestyles of Jerusalem's Sephardi Elite during the Modern Era (1800-1948) - Joseph Glass
JEM is co-sponsored by Congregation Or Shalom and the Martin Bass Fund for Human Resources of Or Shalom, Temple Israel, and the London Jewish Federation, with additional support from Bnai B' rith Men, Station Park Inn, and numerous individuals
Information meeting. We will discuss the goals and structure of the class, and textbooks will be available. There is no charge for the class except for the text itself. The sessions will run October to December, then resuming in February until we conclude in May. The class is intended for ANYONE who wishes to increase his or her Jewish knowledge. It is also a prerequisite for any person anticipating conversion.
Not sure if this is the class, or the year, for you? Come to the meeting to see what you think. After that, Rabbi Dressler will be available for individual meetings if you want to discuss things further. I look forward to joining you on your journeys!
www,1people1day.org More information on the Adult Education page.
Adult Education Discussion Boards - (Members please log in at Members' Lounge)
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Jewish Information Class
Are you looking for an opportunity to learn about Judaism? Whether this is your first introduction or you just want to learn more, the Jewish Information Class may be the class for you. Contact Art Benjamin (519)858-4400.
Conversion to Judaism
If you are considering conversion to Judaism, please contact Art Benjamin (519)-858-4400
Outreach
Reform Jewish Outreach invites Jewish choices for all. We serve a diverse population: Jews and non-Jews, young and old, interfaith and Jewish families, those new to Judaism and those who are considering conversion. If you are an individual wondering if there is a place for you in Reform Judaism we can help you to make a connection. Whether you are in an interfaith relationship, seeking to learn about conversion, or just want to learn about Judaism, we can provide you with information. Contact the Temple Israel Office (519)858-4400.
10 Minutes of Torah
Can You Spare Ten Minutes a Day?
Thousands of Jews around the world are now spending 10 minutes a day reading an e-mail about a Jewish text. Are you part of the Ten Minutes of Torahchevra yet? Ten Minutes of Torah, introduced at the 2001 Boston Biennial and delivered directly to your e-mail inbox each weekday, offers a personal connection to a Jewish text, issue or topic, including insight on the week’s Torah portion, Israel, social justice, and Jewish ethics. To sign up, visit www.urj.org/torah/ten.
Eilu Veilu - These and those are the words of the Living God. After two successful years of 10 Minutes of Torah, were adding a new dimension: Eilu Veilu. This point/counterpoint model will involve a dialogue between two scholars and provide for your active participation. This kind of intellectual debate is at the center of our tradition. To sign up, visit urj.org/torah/ten/eilu/
