USCJ eNews: The United Synagogue Electronic Bulletin
In This Issue:
Conservative Yeshiva Summer 2005 Study Program - USCJ's Conservative Yeshiva is now accepting applications for its Summer Program in Jerusalem. The program accommodates students of all levels and backgrounds. Two sessions are offered.
- Information about the program
- Learn more about the Conservative Yeshiva
- Scholarships (available for KOACH interns and other Jewish campus professionals)
Register for USY Summer Travel Programs - The Department of Youth Activities offers a wide variety of summer programs. From North American bus trips to travel in Europe and Israel, and from outdoor experiences to city programs, there is sure to be something to appeal to every teen. Find out more.
Day of Learning Honors the 10th Anniversary of Conservative Yeshiva - On Sunday, February 20, 2005, a Day of Learning celebrated the 10th Anniversary of the Conservative Yeshiva in Jerusalem. Over 120 people attended the event held at Congregation Ansche Chesed in New York City. Find out more.
Register for SULAM Leadership Training - The SULAM Leadership Training Institute develops managerial and interpersonal skills for synagogue officers. Two sessions are offered in March 2005. Find out more information.
Tsunami Crisis - An unprecedented natural disaster in south Asia has left millions of survivors in dire need of basic necessities. Make a donation through the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee.
USCJ's First Gala Auction - To celebrate the dedication of the renovated Fuchsberg Jerusalem Center, a Gala Auction was held to kick-off a Multi-Million Capital Gifts Campaign for the Center. View photos and read more.
The Framework for Excellence Program Continues to Grow - Nine congregations recently joined the roster of over 70 congregations implementing new guidelines for synagogue school education. Find out more information.
Project Ezra Offers Staples Program - Your congregation can now order discount office supplies and more through USCJ's partnership with Staples Business Advantage.
Solomon Schechter Awards - The Solomon Schechter Awards program recognizes excellence in synagogue programming and provides innovative ideas for congregations.
Kosher Travel Retreats - The USCJ is pleased to announce a new program to provide kosher vacation packages to members of our congregations. Find out more about Passover on the Beach.
The USCJ Biennial Convention 2005 will take place December 4-8 in Boston and will offer workshops, seminars, and institutes. Check out the Convention Update for the latest information on the event.
Register for the IMUN Training Program, a retreat for Lay Religious Leaders, from July 31 to August 8.
The 2005 KOACH Kallah will take place February 24-27 at the University of Toronto. Find out more.
Attention Congregations! - Several congregations have made us aware that they offer audio resources on their websites for learning the prayer service. We want to make this information available to all of our USCJ congregants. Let us know at info@uscj.org if your congregation has developed such a program so we can feature your synagogue as well.
- Order the Feast of Freedom Haggadah and other books for Passover through the USCJ Book Service
- Check out Torah Sparks, a guide to the weekly Torah Portion with insights and questions for discussion
- Request a copy of Putting Your Best Foot Forward, a manual of ideas to promote the public image of your synagogue, or read it online
Order the Etz Hayim Travel Edition - The new, smaller edition of Etz Hayim: A Torah Commentary is ideal for travel and personal study. A joint project of the Rabbinical Assembly, the USCJ and the Jewish Publication Society, it contains nearly all the same material as the original edition and is designed to withstand heavy use. Contact Book Service to order.
Yellow Candle Program Scholarship - Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs offers a special scholarship, "From Darkness into Light," for USY members who participate in the USY Israel Pilgrimage/Poland Seminar or Eastern Europe/Israel Pilgrimage programs. The funds for the scholarship come from FJMC's Yom HaShoah Yellow Candle Program. USYers who belong to a synagogue that participates in the 2005 Yom HaShoah Yellow Candle Program are eligible for this scholarship.
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