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October 2019
Preparing To Meet The Ancestors: Exploring Jewish Views Of The Afterlife
With Reb Simcha Raphael, PH.D. Does Judaism include a belief in the afterlife? Unequivocally, the answer is yes! Unfortunately, in the contemporary Jewish community we have lost touch with much of the traditional Jewish wisdom on the afterlife journey of the soul. In this presentation, we shall explore Judaism's teachings on life after death. Through discussion, story-telling and an examination of mystical texts, we shall endeavor to understand the contemporary relevance of these teachings in dealing with the human encounter…
Find out more »Seniors’ Lunch & Learn with Rabbi Charlie
First Monday of each month, 11:30AM. Next Meeting is Monday, October 7th. Bring a dairy lunch – $2 donation requested.
Find out more »Tantalizing Torah
Explore the parts of the Bible they didn't teach you in Hebrew School! This year, the Books of Kings: There is enough intrigue, adultery, and betrayal in these stories to rival any Greek tragedy or Shakespearean history play. We meet from 1-2:30 pm on the second Wednesday of the month. (Note Exception: November 20th) "I thought the Game of Thrones was fun, but I've discovered it's nothing like the original...Tanakh is packed with more mystery, murder, mayhem, passion, revenge and…
Find out more »The Prophet Jeremiah And His Legacy
Two-Session Daytime Course with Rabbi Robert Goldenberg, Ph.D. Thursdays, October 17th & 24th at 1:30 pm This course will examine the life and career of the prophet Jeremiah, both in his own time and how it was seen in later times. The first session will survey the information that can be gathered about Jeremiah from the pages of the Bible itself; the second will follow his memory across later ages: what did later communities of Jews seek to learn from…
Find out more »Lior Sternfeld: “Iranian Jews in the Twentieth Century”
"Iranian Jews in the Twentieth Century" Dr. Sternfeld is an assistant professor of History and Jewish Studies and Penn State University. He is a social historian specializing in the Middle East; in particular he teaches about Jewish issues. He is the author of “Jewish-Iranian Identities in the Pahlavi Era.” The program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served and there will be time for questions and discussion.
Find out more »Louis Bamberger and the Rise of the Jewish Community in Newark
October 23 at 1 PM (Light refreshments will be served at 12:15 PM) Admission is $4 members of the JHMOMC, $6 non-members. http://www.jhmomc.org
Find out more »Ripped From The Headlines With Rabbi Charlie
An Open Discussion on the News with Rabbi Charlie! Second Thursday of the Month.
Find out more »Introduction to Judaism
A comprehensive Introduction to Judaism Class will begin on Thursday October 24th, 2019 at the Morristown Jewish Center Beit Yisrael. There will be 24 classes, held at 7pm - 9:30pm. Sponsored by the NJ Rabbinical Assembly, the class will be taught by Rabbi David Nesson. For full information and for information on other locations and times, go to www.introjudaismNJ.com or contact Ellen Nesson, Program Administrator at 973-214-4553.
Find out more »The Five Senses of Judaism
A free series for children age five and under. Through fun activities that engage each of the senses, plus music and "me" time with the rabbi, children learn about Jewish holidays and heritage. Schedule of topics: October 26: Shabbat December 14: Hannukah February 8: Tu B'Shevat March 14: Purim April 25: The Land of Israel Come to one or come to all.
Find out more »Notorious RBG: The Life And Times Of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
A coach bus will leave TJC at 8:30 am for a docent tour of the RBG exhibit at the National Museum of American Jewish Heritage in Philadelphia, followed by a buffet lunch at Front Street Café. The bus will return to TJC between 3:00-3:30 pm. Space is limited, so reserve early. OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY! $75 for Jewish Center members $95 for community members. For more information please contact info@thejewishcenter.org or call 609-921-0100 to make a reservation.
Find out more »“A Taste of Food Photography, Idea to Page”
“A Taste of Food Photography, Idea to Page. A Day in the Life of a Food Photographer: Tricks and Techniques Used by the Professionals.” Adult Forum of Congregation B’nai Israel, Millburn, 12:30 p.m. With Hirschhorn speaker Steven Wien. Cost is $12, $10 Adult Forum members. RSVP to Lois at 973-533-1809 with lunch order.
Find out more »A Journey to Dialogue: The Sisters of Sion and Jewish-Christian Relations
Keynote speaker, Dr. Deutsch is a member of the Sisters of Sion, a small international Roman Catholic religious congregation with a presence in five continents. She will reflect on the Sisters' activities during World War II, particularly their participation in rescue efforts in the context of pre-War conversations occurring in Europe, mainly in France. Dr. Deutsch will follow their path through the tragic years of the Shoah to the hard work leading to the Second Vatican Council (1962-1965) and Nostra…
Find out more »November 2019
CommUNITY Shabbat Dinner
Join us Friday, November 1, 6:00PM, for a CommUNITY Shabbat Dinner with Guest Speaker, Dr. Asaf Romirowsky. Dr. Romirowsky is a trained Middle East historian and holds a PhD in Middle East and Mediterranean Studies, publishing widely on various aspects fo the Arab-Israeli conflict and American foreign policy in the Middle East, as well as on Israeli and Zionist history. $10 per person / $25 max per household.
Find out more »Over 1,000 Jewish Cadets at West Point
Jews have been part of West Point since the first class of 1802, and in 2019, the number of Jewish graduates from the Academy passed 1,000. In celebration of Veteran's Day, CBH presents a showing of the short film, Diversity in the Long Gray Line. CBH member and West Point alum Joel Kampf will discuss the Jewish experience in the venerable institution. Brunch at 11; program to follow at 11:30.
Find out more »“Rabbi Zelizer Scholar-in-Residence”
Gary Rendsburg: “How the Bible Was Written: Reading Creation, Chayei Sarah and Jacob and Rachel” This year’s Rabbi Zelizer Scholar in Residence, Gary Rendsburg is a professor of biblical studies and ancient Judaism at Rutgers University. He has been speaking about his recent book “How the Bible Is Written” at conferences and communities around the world. He has spoken several times in our congregation and everyone always enjoys his presentations. He will speak Friday evening, Saturday morning and after lunch…
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