This book is for people who wish to transform their engagement from simply a period of planning details to a meaningful passage in their lives. It is a guide for couples utilizing the wisdom and traditions of Judaism in order to strengthen their relationship and begin building their life together.
Drawing from a wealth of Jewish texts and traditions, Meeting at the Well focuses on three major issues with which to frame the modern engagement period: the process of moving from two individuals to one couple; the common challenges and "speed bumps" that couples hit along the way, including...
This book is for people who wish to transform their engagement from simply a period of planning details to a meaningful passage in their lives. It is ...
An inspiring how-to guide to help you understand and participate in a Jewish spiritual life.
Across the spectrum of Jewish observance, people are seeking ways to give higher meaning to their spiritual lives--but how do you know where to begin, and what should you do first?
This easy-to-use handbook explains the why, what and how of ten specific areas of Jewish ritual and practice. Each chapter provides you with guidance and background if you are just beginning to explore Jewish ritual and practice, and offers creative ways to deepen the meaning of Judaism in your daily...
An inspiring how-to guide to help you understand and participate in a Jewish spiritual life.
A window into the meaning of Jewish rituals throughout history and today-- written especially for Christians.
Ritual moments and opportunities guide the daily life of practicing Jews. These spiritual practices give expression to Jewish identity and reflect Judaism's core beliefs and values. But what can they mean to Christians seeking to understand their own faith? In this special book, Rabbis Olitzky and Judson guide you through the whys and hows of nine specific areas of Jewish ritual.
Observing the Sabbath
Keeping Kosher
Putting on...
A window into the meaning of Jewish rituals throughout history and today-- written especially for Christians.
A window into Judaism's sacred days--throughout history and today. Written especially for Christians.
Holy days and holidays provide the peak experiences of Jewish life. These moments speak deeply to the Jewish soul and animate Judaism's culture. They encourage Jews to participate in their shared historical experience, which reflects their covenantal relationship with God, and articulate Jewish values that have allowed for the survival of the Jewish people. But what can they mean to Christians seeking to understand their own faith?
In this special book, Rabbis Olitzky...
A window into Judaism's sacred days--throughout history and today. Written especially for Christians.
Open wide your mind--and your community--to fresh concepts of synagogue financial and spiritual success.
" A] welcome addition.... Replete with examples of synagogues, independent minyanim and spiritual communities that have developed creative and sometimes surprising strategies ... that ameliorate what many observers believe are obstacles to recruiting and engaging Jews into their spiritual communities." --from the Foreword by Dr. Ron Wolfson
The concept of the "dues-based membership model" in synagogues was once an innovation. Now that model is in...
Open wide your mind--and your community--to fresh concepts of synagogue financial and spiritual success.
Open wide your mind--and your community--to fresh concepts of synagogue financial and spiritual success.
" A] welcome addition.... Replete with examples of synagogues, independent minyanim and spiritual communities that have developed creative and sometimes surprising strategies ... that ameliorate what many observers believe are obstacles to recruiting and engaging Jews into their spiritual communities." --from the Foreword by Dr. Ron Wolfson
The concept of the "dues-based membership model" in synagogues was once an innovation. Now that model is in...
Open wide your mind--and your community--to fresh concepts of synagogue financial and spiritual success.
A window into the meaning of Jewish rituals throughout history and today-- written especially for Christians.
Ritual moments and opportunities guide the daily life of practicing Jews. These spiritual practices give expression to Jewish identity and reflect Judaism's core beliefs and values. But what can they mean to Christians seeking to understand their own faith? In this special book, Rabbis Olitzky and Judson guide you through the whys and hows of nine specific areas of Jewish ritual.
Observing the Sabbath
Keeping Kosher
Putting on...
A window into the meaning of Jewish rituals throughout history and today-- written especially for Christians.
A window into Judaism's sacred days--throughout history and today. Written especially for Christians.
Holy days and holidays provide the peak experiences of Jewish life. These moments speak deeply to the Jewish soul and animate Judaism's culture. They encourage Jews to participate in their shared historical experience, which reflects their covenantal relationship with God, and articulate Jewish values that have allowed for the survival of the Jewish people. But what can they mean to Christians seeking to understand their own faith?
In this special book, Rabbis Olitzky...
A window into Judaism's sacred days--throughout history and today. Written especially for Christians.
An inspiring how-to guide to help you understand and participate in a Jewish spiritual life.
Across the spectrum of Jewish observance, people are seeking ways to give higher meaning to their spiritual lives--but how do you know where to begin, and what should you do first?
This easy-to-use handbook explains the why, what and how of ten specific areas of Jewish ritual and practice. Each chapter provides you with guidance and background if you are just beginning to explore Jewish ritual and practice, and offers creative ways to deepen the meaning of Judaism in your daily...
An inspiring how-to guide to help you understand and participate in a Jewish spiritual life.
