Exploring Judaism & Conversion
Temple Beth Israel welcomes people exploring Judaism, and invites you to grow and learn with us!
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Our diverse community has people from various faith backgrounds, and we always welcome interfaith families and visitors from other faiths. All of our listed programs are open to the public, regardless of religious background or affiliation.
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For those who are interested in deepening their connection through conversion to Judaism or learning more about the conversion process, we invite you attend one of our services or programs to get a feel for our community, and to read one of the books recommended below.
If you find that this community is a good fit for you, please schedule a meeting with our rabbi We encourage you to attend classes and educational programs in addition to our regular services and social activities.
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If you have further questions about the conversion process or about our community, please contact us.
Some recommended books:
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Exploring Judaism a Reconstructionist Approach, by Rebecca Alpert and Jacob Staub
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God is a Verb: Kaballah and the Practice of Mystical Judaism, by Rabbi David Cooper
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To do some exploring on your own, the following links might be helpful:
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Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations @ Evolve, an online platform with conversation-sparking essays from thought-provoking rabbis, leaders and creators. Explore essays on key topics, as well as curricula, sermon sparks and videos that apply the best thinking to contemporary questions.