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A Taste of Judaism: Are You Curious? is a three-session class on Jewish spirituality, ethics and community designed for the beginner – Jewish or not. Reform rabbis who encourage questions and lively discussions teach this engaging class.
Free of charge.
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Introduction to Judaism provides an opportunity to learn about Jewish history, traditions, holidays and life cycle ceremonies. Participants will gain comfort and familiarity with the symbols, liturgy, music, traditions and Hebrew blessings that accompany Jewish celebrations in the home and synagogue. Reform rabbis, cantors and educators teach this in-depth course.
Introduction to Judaism is designed for individuals and couples wishing to explore Judaism, as well as for those individuals considering becoming Jewish. Partners in interfaith relationships are encouraged to enroll together.
Fees: $275 per individual/$360 per couple. (URJ Yours, Mine & Ours participants receive a registration credit of $100/couple)
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Yours, Mine & Ours is a discussion group for partners in an
interfaith relationship who wish to explore
their feelings about religion and strengthen
communication in their relationship. All
groups are led by professional facilitators
who help partners discuss sensitive
questions such as:
- How can we understand and respect each
other’s religious backgrounds?
- How can we be close to both of our
families?
- How do we celebrate holidays?
- How do we choose a religious identity
for our children?
Fees: $180 per couple. (URJ Introduction to Judaism participants receive a registration credit
of $100/couple)
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Inside Interfaith Marriage is a program designed for parents in an interfaith family who have decided to raise children within Judaism offering opportunities to talk about feelings brought about by lifecycle moments, holiday celebrations and extended family issues. Inside Interfaith Marriage provides support and appreciation to those partners from other faith backgrounds making a commitment to raise Jewish children.
Inside Interfaith Marriage is $50/couple. (No cost for URJ Introduction to Judaism or Yours, Mine & Ours graduates.)
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Q: I'm part of an interfaith couple -
Does my Jewish partner have to take the class with me?
A: We encourage both members of an interfaith couple to attend Intro. Many couples find it helpful if both partners take the course.
Jewish partners frequently tell us that they enjoyed the class and had the opportunity to learn many things about Judaism that they had not learned growing up.
This also gives the Jewish partner the opportunity to share the Jewish learning experience with their partner. We do realize that work and child care commitments
do not always make this possible. If your partner cannot attend the class, they can join you for a particular session that you feel it is important for them to attend. |
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Q: Is Introduction to Judaism the right course for me/us? Will there be other people like me/us attending?
A: There is no "typical" Intro participant but there will definitely be other interfaith couples in your class. Both couples and individuals take the course. Our participants come from a variety of religious and racial backgrounds. Gay and lesbian couples frequently participate in Intro. Some of our participants are Jewish individuals who want to reconnect and/or learn more about Judaism. |
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Q: Is Introduction to Judaism a conversion class?
A: No, although many people take Intro as part of the conversion process, there is no expectation that class participants are going to convert. |
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