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FIRST 50th ANNIVERSARY PROGRAM
To start off the CHJ 50th anniversary year of celebrations, Rabbi Adam Chalom, a leading voice in Humanistic Judaism, traveled to Connecticut from Illinois to lead an invigorating and interactive weekend seminar exploring frequently asked questions about truth, ethics, spirituality, Jewish identity, and more. Rabbi Chalom was ordained by the International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism in 2001 and now serves as its Dean for North America. He is also the rabbi of Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation in suburban Chicago, Illinois.
The program
Friday February 24, 2017
Shabbat service & talk, “This We Believe: Secular Humanistic Jewish Philosophy”
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Morning Session: “Answering Philosophic Questions”
What role does faith play in Humanistic Judaism? How do secular Jews experience spirituality? Can we find profound meaning in a secular life?
Afternoon Session: “Answering Jewish Questions”
How can you be Jewish if you’re a non-believer? How are Humanistic Jews related to “the rest of Judaism”? Who are you to make changes to our 5,000-year old tradition?
Sunday, February 26, 2017
Wrap-up: “The Hardest Questions”
We tackle the most challenging questions and crystallize what we’ve learned.
Our Seder will be held with windows open for Elijah and fresh air circulation. We will celebrate the holiday drawing on our distinctive humanistic Jewish Haggadah and traditions. Your ticketed price ($40 for adults, $20 for children 12 and younger) includes a delicious four-course menu, catered by Ed’s Flavor Fusion of Norwalk. (Eventbrite charges a... Read More
Zoom opens at 6:30pm just to kibbutz. At 7pm we light candles with a short service. We listen to music and short lectures. Watch for the Zoom link on the listserv Friday afternoon.
Come join other CHJ women to talk about a topic to be chosen at the meeting. It's a great way to get to know one another. This month will be held at a member's residence. Watch the listserv for the address.
