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Introduction
to Jewish Genealogy
Temple Beth Am, Framingham
Fred Klein
September 8, 15 and 22, 2008
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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This
is a three evening introductory class and workshop on
how to research your family's history. Class will
cover, but not be limited to, the following:
1. Getting started and getting organized
2. Using the Internet for research
3. Importance of Census Records and the National Archives
4. Other sources of information |
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Intro to Jewish Genealogy
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Religion and Politics in Israel
and in the Middle East
Temple Beth Am, Framingham
Dr. Motti Inbari
November 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2008
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Over
the past decade the Middle East had reshaped itself,
when anew force came into power – religious fundamentalism.
Dr. Motti Inbari, an expert on religious radicalism
in Israel and the Middle East, offers a provocative
and fresh outlook on the growth of extremism around
the world.
1. ‘God’s Warriors’ – The Fundamentalist
Phenomenon
2. Religious Zionism and the Temple Mount Dilemma
3. Gush Emunim Response to Israel Disengagement Plan
4. Reform Judaism in Israel – Achievements and
Challenges |
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Religion and Politics in Israel and the Middle East
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Living With Terror –
Morality versus Security
Temple Beth Am
Rabbi David J. Forman
November 16, 2008
9:00 - 10:45 am
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“Justice,
justice, you shall pursue” (Deuteronomy 16:20).
The rabbis ask: “Why does the word ‘justice’
appear twice? To tell us that one must pursue a just
cause by just means.” Terror directed against
Israel tests both its physical stamina and its moral
fiber. How to balance the absolute need for Israel
to defend itself against terrorism and the necessity
to maintain one’s moral equilibrium has occupied
Rabbi Forman, the founding chairperson of Israeli
Rabbis for Human Rights and the former director of
the Israel Office of the Union for Reform Judaism,
for many years. He will address these moral ambiguities
in his talk: “Living with Terror: Morality vs.
Security.”
This talk takes place at the TBA Brotherhood Breakfast.
An additional fee for breakfast is required.
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Living with Terror - Morality
versus Security
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Modern Jews Engage in
the New Testament
Temple Beth Am, Framingham
Rabbi Donald M. Splansky
March 16, 23, 30 and April 6 or 13, 2009
7:00 – 9:00 pm
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This
is a mini-course taught by Temple Beth Am’s Rabbi
Emeritus, Rabbi Donald M. Splansky. It is an introduction
to the books of synoptic gospels and the Book of Acts,
focusing on the place of Paul in the development of
Christianity, the character of Judas (Did he exist?)
and who (and what) crucified Jesus? The course
will utilize a new book by Dr. Michael Cook, by the
same name as this course.
Students will be expected to buy this book, due to be
published in August, 2008, and to bring a New Testament
to class. |
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Modern Jews Engage in the New Testament
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Enhancing Our Holidays -
Yom Kippur
Temple Beth Am Library
Rabbi Donald M. Splansky
Yom Kippur - October 9, 2008
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
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Enhancing
Our Holidays - Experience holidays in a new way this
year. On Yom Kippur, you can spend the afternoon
studying with our Rabbi Emeritus. Yom Kippur is
the day of repenting for our sins of commission.
Does Judaism require or commend that we repent for the
other type of sins as well, for which we are all guilty? |
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Enhancing Our Holidays - Yom Kippur
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Enhancing Our Holidays -
Chanukah 101
Temple Beth Am, Framingham
Rabbi Adam Miller
Rabbi Amanda Lurer
Cantor Jodi Schechtman
December 18, 2008
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Enhancing
Our Holidays - Experience holidays in a new way this
year. Bring Chanukah to life through Chanukah
101. Learn everything from the basics to some
hidden gems. Workshops will include suggestions
for the celebration of this holiday at home, hints on
answering your children’s questions about them,
and ideas for building Jewish traditions within your
own family. |
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Enhancing Our Holidays - Chanukah
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Enhancing Our Holidays -
Passover 101
Temple Beth Am, Framingham
Rabbi Adam Miller
Rabbi Amanda Lurer
Cantor Jodi Schechtman
March 26, 2009
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Enhancing
Our Holidays - Experience holidays in a new way this
year. Bring Passover to life through Passover
101. Learn everything from the basics to some
hidden gems. Workshops will include suggestions
for the celebration of this holiday at home, hints on
answering your children’s questions about them,
and ideas for building Jewish traditions within your
own family. |
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Enhancing Our Holidays - Passover
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A Taste of Judaism:
Are You Curious?
Temple Beth Am, Framingham
Rabbi Adam Miller
November 3, 10 & 17, 2008
7:00 - 9:00pm
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"A
Taste of Judaism: Are You Curious?" is a
free, three session program being offered for adults
who would like to explore Reform Judaism's relevance
in today's world. Students are invited to learn
about Jewish perspectives on topics of spirituality,
ethics and community.
NO
FEE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE
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Taste of Judaism
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Lunch
& Learn Series
Burns and Levinson
125 Summer Street
Boston
or Temple Beth Am
Rabbi Adam Miller
In
Boston: September 11, October 16, November
6, December 4, January 8, February 5, March 5, April
2, May 7 and June 4
In
Framingham: September 18, October 23, November
13, December 11, January 15, February 12, March 12,
April 6 (Monday), May 14, and June 11
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Join
Rabbi Miller for engaging lunch time discussions exploring
Jewish values and current events. Programs are
open to members and non-members. The same class
is offered at two different locations, one in Boston
at Burns and Levinson, 125 Summer Street, Boston,
and one in Framingham at Temple Beth Am. Bring your
lunch and enjoy.
NO
FEE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE
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L&L Boston
L&L Framingham
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