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Inclou aquests noms: Dr. Ron Wolfson, Dr. Ron Wolfson

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The Relational Judaism Handbook (2018) 14 exemplars

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Data de naixement
1949
Gènere
male
País (per posar en el mapa)
USA
Llocs de residència
Omaha, Nebraska, USA
Los Angeles, California, USA

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Straightforward and common-sense advice for Jewish professionals seeking to build community. The book's beginning gets a little repetitive, as Wolfson spends more time than needed to justify why relationships are the key to saving synagogues, etc. (He also uses the mantra "meaning and purpose, belonging and blessing" way too often in the first chunk of pages.) But he does a great job at explaining the different levels of relationships and detailing the innovative approaches various people and institutions are taking to help create, maintain and grow connections. My own job doesn't make me solely or even mainly responsible for the health of an institution (thank heavens!), but this definitely encourages me to spend less time stuck on the computer and interact more with the families that come through the preschool.… (més)
 
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simchaboston | Oct 20, 2014 |
Useful and understandable beginner's guide to the Friday night Shabbat service at home. This is definitely geared towards novices, but does have some interesting quotes and facts, and the interviews with several families are warm and funny (if too short).
 
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simchaboston | Hi ha 2 ressenyes més | Feb 4, 2014 |
NO OF PAGES: 285 SUB CAT I: Shabbat SUB CAT II: Jewish Practice SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: Celebrate the joy of "making Shabbat" each week in your home - with rituals, prayers, blessings, food and song. This expanded, easy-to-use edition of the classic spiritual sourcebook offers updated information, more ideas, and new resources for every aspect of the holy days. An inspiring how-to guide to every aspect of Shabbat, including: History and meaning; How to prepare; Rituals, prayers, and blessings (step-by-step); The Sabbath day; Havdalah; Songs and prayers in English, Hebrew and Yiddish (with clear transliterations); Recipes for traditional and modern foods to spice up the Shabbat menu; Family activities to enhance the experience. Enriched by real-life voices sharing practical suggestions and advice, this creative resource helps us to reacquaint ourselves with time-tested traditions and discover old and new ways to celebrate Shabbat, including biblically-inspired songs and games, Shabbat-related crafts, and more family-tested ideas.NOTES: Purchased at Powell's Book Store. SUBTITLE: The Family Guide to Preparing for and Celebrating the Sabbath… (més)
 
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BeitHallel | Hi ha 2 ressenyes més | Feb 18, 2011 |
NO OF PAGES: 255 SUB CAT I: Jewish Life SUB CAT II: Shabbat SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: The composition of this text consists of multiple layers of information about the Shabbat Seder. Each layer offers a new perspective or set of skills for the learner.NOTES: SUBTITLE:
 
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BeitHallel | Hi ha 2 ressenyes més | Feb 18, 2011 |

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Obres
19
Membres
997
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#25,851
Valoració
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Ressenyes
6
ISBN
47
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