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| A personal perspective on the Access to Judaism Course from David M |
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Just over a year ago, I went to my first Access to Judaism class. I'd met Rabbi Burden once beforehand, but I was still a little unsure what to expect from the class, and a little nervous as well. I needn't have been. The other students were friendly and welcoming, and Janet's presentations were interesting and thought-provoking. Sometimes I found myself challenged by what she (or other students) said, but questions - and questioning - are part of learning. There were some fantastic moments - the visit to the Jewish Museum in Camden, Phyllis's piping hot latkes when we were discussing Chanukah, the presentation by Tony Jacobs on being a sofer (scribe) all spring to mind. I learnt a lot, and made a whole set of new friends. I'd recommend the classes to anyone who wants to understand more about Judaism. As for the future, I'm hoping that Janet will organise an "Advanced Access to Judaism" course, because I'll be one of the first people in line for it! Add this page to your favorite Social Bookmarking websites          
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“I was a little nervous as my family did not go to Shul when I was growing up and I was not sure what it would be like, how formal/informal it would be or how much knowledge I should already have. I needn’t have worried because I found people to be very warm and welcoming and no-one asked difficult questions e.g. about my background or level of Hebrew! It was particularly helpful to be introduced to another young woman who was in a similar situation and to meet a couple of individuals who attend Shul nearly every week as they were useful points of reference for when I came back to visit again
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