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Program Menu
About Outreach
Outreach: Judaism for Everyone programming is designed for those who are curious about Judaism, returning to Judaism, converting to Judaism, raising Jewish children, or sharing Judaism with loved ones.
Our mission is to extend warmth and hospitality to every one who chooses to enter our doors. Our programs, which include Introduction to Judaism and many "how-to" classes, provide an introduction to the celebration of Jewish life and offer support and guidance for those in interfaith relationships.
For more information, contact Program Director Bonnie Graff at 858 535-1111, ext. 3800. For information about conversion to Judaism, contact Rabbi Michael Berk at 858 535-1111, ext. 3110.
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Fundamentals of Belief & Practice
Thursdays, October 14 – March 10,7:00-8:30 p.m.
This course, taught by Rabbi Michael Satz, is designed for newcomers to Judaism as well as those who wish to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of Judaism. Learn fundamental concepts and practice as well as how to participate in worship and ritual life.
Fee: Members $200 per individual, $225 per couple; Nonmembers $250 per individual, $275 per couple. Fee includes books, materials and Outreach Shabbat dinner for registrants. For details contact Gail Malkus.
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Sunday mornings, October 17, 31, and November 7, 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Cantor Arlene Bernstein will utilize the whole word language method to make learning to read Hebrew fast and fun. No previous knowledge of Hebrew is needed.
Fee: $35 for CBI members; $45 for nonmembers; $20 for Introduction to Judaism students. RSVP one week in advance.
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Thursday, November 18, 7:00 p.m.
Experience Chanukah, one of the most joyful celebrations of Judaism, in this fun-filled, hands-on workshop led by Director of Education Emerita Helene Schlafman. No fee but please RSVP.
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Wednesday, November 24, 7:30 p.m.
This service with First United Methodist Church brings our faith communities together to celebrate common blessings in song and sermon. This year’s service will be at CBI. Our combined choirs will sing and Reverend Jim Standiford will deliver the sermon. No need to RSVP. |
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Ongoing Outreach Events
Conversion Mentor Program
Get a helping hand on the path to being Jewish. Conversion mentors are carefully selected CBI members who serve as a friendly resource for those working with our clergy toward conversion. If you would like to have a mentor, let your assigned clergy member know.
My Family and Me
Various Sundays all Year at 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
This program, designed for families with chidren ages 6 months to 4 years, explores individual Jewish holidays thorugh theme-related songs, art and cooking. For information, contact 858 535-1144. There is no fee and no need to RSVP. The 2009-10 schedule consists of:
| October 11: Shabbat |
February 21: Purim |
| November 15: Tzedakah |
March 14: Passover |
| December 6: Chanukah |
April 18: Yom Ha'Atzmaut |
| January 10: Tu B'Shevat |
May 16: Shavuot |
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