One Heart, Two Homes

A five-session adult education program that addresses the deep, personal issues surrounding the question, "Why should I, an American Reform Jew, have a relationship with Israel?" The curriculum, which was created in partnership with Hadassah, can stand alone as an adult education mini-course or the theme of a study weekend, or it can serve as a valuable part of an Introduction to Judaism course, a Parent Study series, or any other serious adult learning project.

The curriculum was originally conceived with the intention that it would be used in standard Adult Education settings, e.g., the rabbi’s weekly Tuesday evening session. But over the last few months, colleagues and friends have suggested numerous other creative ways in which it could be used, for example:
• as a part of an Introduction to Judaism course
• as a part of a parallel parent component to a Sunday morning family education program
• in conjunction with a congregational trip to Israel (pre-study, study while in Israel, or study/reflection upon return) 
Two conference calls to discuss the settings for its use and other questions, concerns, and suggestions regarding how you can get the most out of the curriculum were held in September and October. If you missed either of these calls, you can listen to the full session here. (Click on the link to 10/10/07).

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One Heart, Two Homes Power Point Supplement for Educators

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Faces of Reform Aliyah This Educational Kit contains materials designed to engage your congregation with Israel through authentic and familiar stories and to expose them to a unique dimension of Reform involvement in Israel. Iniside you'll find the faces and voices of North American Reform Jews who have linked their faith and future with Israel. Some have expressed that connection by making Aliyah and relocating their lives to Israel, some divide their time between Israel and North America, and others are still wrestling with the options.

The materials in the Educational Kit include:

• A 9-minute DVD recently filmed in Israel;
• A resource booklet which includes nine autobiographical texts portraying different angles and views on the subject;
• A beautiful set of posters presenting the people at the center of each story.

To read more about these innovative educational materials, and for information on ordering a kit, click here.

18 Ideas ARZA Can Share With Your Congregation

If you are looking for creative ways to expand your congregation's Israel programming, the following topics are sessions that ARZA can help you organize to deepen your connection with Israel. Depending upon your needs, our assistance can range from a quick phone consultation, on-going consultation for new Israel/ARZA committees or a congregational visit from one of our lay or professional leaders. ARZA can help you plan Israel related programs, plan your first congregational trip, provide a guest speaker for an evening or even a scholar-in-residence for an entire ARZA Shabbat. Contact us so that we can be most helpful in meeting your congregation's specific Israel needs.