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Awards & Grant Opportunities

Belin Outreach & Membership AwardsBelin Outreach & Membership Awards
Share your successes and creative programming with other Reform communities! Awards of $1,000 each will be made to ten congregations with outstanding Outreach and Membership programs that actively welcome and integrate those new to Judaism. 2011 Belin Award Winners Announced.  More

Judaism Classes

A Taste of Judaism -
Are You Curious?™

This free, 3-session class for beginners -- Jewish or not -- explores the topics of Jewish spirituality, ethics and community values. It is designed for those who would like to explore or re-explore the foundations of our tradition and are looking for an entry into Jewish life. More

Taste of Judaism Grant Applications
Congregations selected as program sites will receive full funding for advertising and honoraria for teachers. Download the application.

Introduction to Judaism

Beginners learn the basics of Jewish thought and practice. The class runs 16-26 weeks (depending on location) and presents a mix of study, discussion and practical experiences designed for those exploring a Jewish life for themselves -- interfaith couples, non-Jews considering conversion, and Jews looking for adult-level basics. More


Connect with a Specialist
Member congregations are encouraged to contact a specialist from the Union's Congregational Consulting Group for additional resources and support:

arlene
Arlene Chernow
Outreach Specialist

Time Zone: PST
Phone: 213.765.2660
achernow@urj.org

 

vicky

 

Vicky Farhi
Lead Outreach Specialist

Time Zone: EST
Phone: 212.650.4247
vfarhi@urj.org
 stephanie

Stephanie Fink
Outreach Specialist
Time Zone: CST
Phone: 212.452.6792
sfink@urj.org

 

rabbi victorRabbi Victor Appell
Marketing & Outreach Specialist

Time Zone: EST
Phone: 212.650.4144
vappell@urj.org

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