Temple Dor Dorim is excited to announce that we are participating in the Global Day of Jewish Learning, the first worldwide event devoted to Jewish Learning. Jews from all around the world will come together in communities and celebrate our shared heritage through a day of study.

Global Day of Jewish Learning is inspired by and celebrates the historic achievements of the world renowned Jewish scholar, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz. On November 7, 2010, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz will complete his monumental Talmud translation and commentary, a work that has taken 45 years and 45 volumes to complete.

Rabbi Lipson and Cantorial Soloist, Allison Teisch along with four other synagogue members have worked together to make Global Day of Jewish Learning a wonderful learning experience for all.

All classes are free of charge and open to the community.
Please join us on Sunday, November 7, 2010 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

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Course Selection:

• Pearls of Wisdom - taught by Rabbi Norman S. Lipson, D.D.
• Evolution of American Reform Jewish Music - taught by Cantorial Soloist, Allison Teisch
• Intelligent Design - The Conflict between Science and Religion - taught by Dr. Robert S. Ennis
• Genesis and the Big Bang - taught by Dr. Robert S. Ennis
• Camp - An American Jewish Experience - taught by Janet Levine Steinman
• Righteous Gentiles of WWII  - taught by Harvey Rosenbloom
  
  

"Pearls of Wisdom"
taught by Rabbi Norman S. Lipson, D.D.
Judaism is not just for children and this class will show how its teachings can have a major impact upon the lives of every one of us. It will be presented through a selection of highlights from the most recent religious work of Rabbi Steinsaltz, "Pearls of Wisdom". In his concise, challenging and often irreverent style, the most difficult of Jewish philosophical and theological topics are re-framed, allowing us to grasp the greater truths and wisdom, within our faith.

~ Rabbi Norman S. Lipson is founding rabbi of Temple Dor Dorim. Ordained from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion in 1972, he has served the American Jewish community as national staff member of the ADL as well as spiritual leader of congregations in Mississippi, Texas and Florida. Rabbi Lipson is a member of the CCAR, Broward Board of Rabbis, American Association of Pastoral Counselors and holds a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from St. Thomas University.

"Evolution of American Reform Jewish Music" 
taught by Cantorial Soloist, Allison Teisch
An exploration of the past 100 years. Have you ever wondered about the melodies of today? Have you noticed different trends in worship music over the years? How has the "world" around us helped to shape the music we use in prayer service? Why do some melodies feel as if they were handed down to use at Sinai . . . timeless and eternal? This class will consist of lively discussion and "listening" opportunities to various styles of American Reform Jewish Music.

~ Cantorial Soloist Allison Teisch has helped to create beautiful music and spiritual worship at Temple Dor Dorim since 1999. She has been involved in Jewish Music Education for over twenty-five years and draws upon her wealth of knowledge and experience to bring music to all generations. An Oberlin College and Conservatory of Music graduate, Allison is skilled in voice, piano and guitar.

"Intelligent Design" - The Conflict between Science and Religion
taught by Dr. Robert S. Ennis
Every human society since the beginning of recorded history has developed a belief in a supreme being (or beings) who is responsible for the creation of the universe as we know it. This lecture, profusely illustrated with the latest Hubble Telescope images, will examine some of the arguments for and against the concept of Intelligent Design and the unique position of humanity in the universe.

"Genesis and the Big Bang"
taught by Dr. Robert S. Ennis
The Book of Genesis and the Hebrew scriptures clearly tell us that the Earth and the Universe were created in Six Days and on the Seventh Day, God rested. Jews recently celebrated the New Year, 5771 since the beginning of Creation. How then can we reconcile this concept with current scientific evidence that the universe is 13.7 billion years old? This illustrated lecture calls upon Rabbinic interpretations of the words of Genesis and current concepts of Einstein's Theory of Relativity to explain this seeming paradox.

~ Dr. Robert Ennis has practiced orthopedic surgery in South Florida for over 30 years. He obtained his BA degree in chemistry and zoology from Columbia College and his MD degree from Cornell University Dr. Ennis has been a faculty member of the University of Miami since 1976 and currently holds an appointment as Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr Ennis is also an amateur astronomer and a member of the South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association. Dr. Ennis serves as Co-Chair with his wife Lorelei of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) in Broward County.

"Camp - An American Jewish Experience"
taught by Janet Levine Steinman
"Where did you go to camp?" This question is usually asked to fellow Jews when we first meet. Why was camp such an integral part of growing up as an American Jew? Three or four generations ago, camping was a response to increased urbanization. In this course we will compare and contrast the different generations of Jewish camping and its roots in our society. We will explore the importance and relevance to the Jewish communities these camps served. The impact of Jewish camp doesn't end on the last day of summer, it lasts a lifetime. Bring your experiences, stories, pictures and memories as we talk about camp and the importance of it as an American Jew.

~Janet Levine Steinman grew up on the Main Line suburb outside Philadelphia. Janet graduated from Temple University in 1990 with a Bachelors Degree in American Jewish History. Janet then received her Masters of Science Degree in Museum Education from The Bank Street College of Education in New York in 1994. Janet is married to her college sweetheart and has one son and 3 step-children. Janet went to Camp Ramah in the Poconos during her childhood.

"Righteous Gentiles of WWII "
taught by Harvey Rosenbloom
Perhaps the greatest heroism of all time, were the deeds performed by non Jews who saved Jews during the Holocaust. Many were individuals who risked their lives and often the lives of their families to help people who were often strangers to them. Over 23,000 of these remarkable "heroes" were honored at Yad Vashem as the Righteous of the Nations. We will hear some of their stories and discuss where they found their courage.

~ Harvey Rosenbloom is a Temple Member; he has always admired and studied the brave people who risked their lives for the Jews. Harvey has co-facilitated several Jewish/Catholic and Jewish/Muslim dialogues throughout Broward County. Harvey served on the Executive Board of the Interfaith Council. Harvey is a recipient of the David Keating Award.