Introduction to Judaism A course for anyone interested in exploring Judaism—interfaith couples, those considering conversion and Jews looking for adult-level basics—to the fundamentals of Jewish thought and practice. Topics include Jewish holidays and life cycle events, theology and prayer, Israel, history and Hebrew.
Upcoming Classes: New York City & Long Island
Please call or email Adina Matusow Davies at the Union for Reform Judaism at 212.650.4293 or amatusow@urj.org with any questions or for more information.
Tuesdays, starting September 21, 2010 taught by Joanne Doades
Wednesdays, starting October 20, 2010 taught by Rabbi Emily Losben
Wednesdays, starting December taught by Rabbi Janet Roberts
All Classes in Manhattan are held weekly from 6:30 - 8:45 PM at:
Union for Reform Judaism headquarters
633 Third Avenue, 6th Floor
(between 40th & 41st Streets)
New York, NY 10017
Thursdays, starting October 28, 2010 taught by Rabbi Jeffrey Gale
7:00 - 9:15 PM at:
Temple Tikvah - A Center for Reform Judaism
3315 Hillside Ave
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
Please be sure to read the following before registering:
Sponsoring Rabbi:
To supplement the class experience, we strongly suggest that you work with a sponsoring rabbi/cantor from a local Reform synagogue. We have established a program to help you connect with a rabbi or cantor in your area who will sponsor you for the duration of the course. If you are converting to Judaism please note that we require you that you meet with a sponsoring rabbi/cantor. The sponsoring rabbi/cantor form can be found below. You can still register for an upcoming class even if you have not yet met with your sponsoring rabbi/cantor. If you need help finding a sponsoring rabbi please call Adina Matusow Davies at the number above and she will be happy to recommend someone near where you live.
If you are taking the class with a significant other, when registering online:
Please make sure the name of the student who wants to receive the completion certificate is the first person's name you type on the registration page.
After you have completed the information for the primary student, please make sure you click "Add Guest" on the third page and then enter your partner's information, as well.
Upcoming Classes: Pennsylvania & New Jersey
To register for any of the following classes, please email Rabbi Richard Steinbrink RSteinbrink@urj.org
Maple Glen, PA
Congregation Beth Or
Tuesday evenings
September 21, 2010 - February 1, 2011
6:30-8:30 PM
Instructor: Rabbi Craig Axler
Registration:
Main Line Reform Temple, Temple Sholom of Broomall and Congregation Beth David joint class
Tuesday evenings
September 21-October 19 at MLRT, Wynnewood
October 26 - November 23 at Temple Sholom, Broomall
November 30 - January 11 at Congregation Beth David, Gladwyne
7-9 PM
Instructor: Rabbi Beth Janus
Registration:
Philadelphia, PA
Center City Camp Harlam Office
1511 Walnut Street, 4th floor
Tuesday evenings
September 28, 2010 - January 11, 2011
7-9 PM
Instructor: Rabbi Richard Steinbrink
Registration:
Malvern, PA
Congregation Beth Chaim
Wednesday evenings
November 3 2010 - February 23, 2011
7-9 PM
Instructor: Rabbi Mira Regev
Registration:
Cherry Hill, NJ
Temple Emanuel
Wednesday evenings
January 12 - May 18, 2011
Instructor: Rabbi Jerome David
Registration:
Philadelphia, PA
Congregation Rodeph Shalom
Tuesday evenings
January 18 - April 26, 2011
6-8 PM (Students should bring dinner)
Instructors: Rabbi Jill Maderer, Rabbi William Kuhn, Rabbi Eli Freedman
Registration:
Dates and Times To Be Announced:
Fall Session
Joint Class in Bucks County — Tuesday evenings
Three Sessions at Temple Judea in Doylestown, PA
Three Sessions at Temple Shalom in Levittown, PA
Winter Session
Shir Ami in Newtown, PA — Tuesday evenings, runs for nine weeks
Upcoming Classes: New Jersey & West Hudson Valley, NY
Please call or email Rabbi Rachel Hertzman for more information or to register for any of the following classes at rhertzman@urj.org or 212-452-6557.
The course is scheduled for 16 weeks. The registration fee for an individual or a couple is $400. There is a reduced fee of $375 for members of URJ congregations. Download the registration form
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