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"A compelling call for a culture of welcoming in American congregations.... Especially appropriate and useful for lay and professional congregational leaders." -- Steven M. Cohen, research professor of Jewish social policy, Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
"Reveals the secrets of synagogue transformation in a most inspiring and accessible way.... Empowers readers to make an immediate difference. [Will help you] transform your synagogue culture from boring to soaring." -- Goldie Milgram, author of Meaning and Mitzvah: Daily Practices for Reclaiming Judaism through Prayer, God, Torah, Hebrew, Mitzvot and Peoplehood
"Ron Wolfson [has] faith that synagogues can become centers of spiritual enrichment and empowerment--more vibrant and healthy than ever before. I am thrilled that this resource will be available to faith communities seeking ... a vital transformative role in our changing world." -- Brian McLaren, pastor, author of A New Kind of Christian
"Ron Wolfson truly loves synagogues! This book has something for every synagogue leader and for many members as well--inspiration, challenges and very practical ideas." -- Isa Aron, PhD, author of The Self-Renewing Congregation: Organizational Strategies for Revitalizing Congregational Life
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So often we want our congregations to be more--more compelling, more member-focused, more spiritual and yet more useful for our daily lives. Through reflection, examples, tips and exercises--and incorporating the fruits of Synagogue 2000 (now Synagogue 3000), a groundbreaking decade-long program investigating the challenges facing modern synagogues--this inspiring handbook both establishes a sound foundation for why a deep hospitality is crucial for the survival of today's spiritual communities, and dives into the practical hands-on how of turning your congregation into a place of invitation and openness that includes:
"A compelling call for a culture of welcoming in American congregations.... Especially appropriate and useful for lay and professional congregational leaders." -- Steven M. Cohen, research professor of Jewish social policy, Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
"Reveals the secrets of synagogue transformation in a most inspiring and accessible way.... Empowers readers to make an immediate difference. [Will help you] transform your synagogue culture from boring to soaring." -- Goldie Milgram, author of Meaning and Mitzvah: Daily Practices for Reclaiming Judaism through Prayer, God, Torah, Hebrew, Mitzvot and Peoplehood
"Ron Wolfson [has] faith that synagogues can become centers of spiritual enrichment and empowerment--more vibrant and healthy than ever before. I am thrilled that this resource will be available to faith communities seeking ... a vital transformative role in our changing world." -- Brian McLaren, pastor, author of A New Kind of Christian
"Ron Wolfson truly loves synagogues! This book has something for every synagogue leader and for many members as well--inspiration, challenges and very practical ideas." -- Isa Aron, PhD, author of The Self-Renewing Congregation: Organizational Strategies for Revitalizing Congregational Life
Product Description
So often we want our congregations to be more--more compelling, more member-focused, more spiritual and yet more useful for our daily lives. Through reflection, examples, tips and exercises--and incorporating the fruits of Synagogue 2000 (now Synagogue 3000), a groundbreaking decade-long program investigating the challenges facing modern synagogues--this inspiring handbook both establishes a sound foundation for why a deep hospitality is crucial for the survival of today's spiritual communities, and dives into the practical hands-on how of turning your congregation into a place of invitation and openness that includes:
Prayer that is engaging, uplifting and spiritually moving
* Institutional deepening that is possible because of an openness to change
* Study that engages adults and families, as well as children
* Good deeds--the work of social justice--as a commitment of each and every member
* An ambience of welcome that creates a culture of warmth and outreach
* Healing that offers comfort and support at times of illness and loss
* ... and much more.
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The Spirituality of Welcoming, Bat Mitzvah, Rick Warren, High Holy Days, New York, Los Angeles, Kabbalat Shabbat, North America, Theory of Synagogue Transformation, Craig Taubman, Saddleback Church, Larry Hoffman, Valley Beth Shalom, Shabbat Shalom, Yom Kippur, B'nai Jeshurun, Debbie Friedman, Leadership Network, Captain Randy, Bet Torah, Great Awakening, National Jewish Population Survey, Bar Mitzvah, Friday Night Live, Richard Vosko Browse Sample Pages:
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welcoming membership, welcoming ambience, synagogue transformation, kehillah kedoshah, synagogue experience, sacred community, radical hospitality, synagogue life, most synagogues, welcoming services, emotional arc, seeker services, synagogue membership Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
The Spirituality of Welcoming, Bat Mitzvah, Rick Warren, High Holy Days, New York, Los Angeles, Kabbalat Shabbat, North America, Theory of Synagogue Transformation, Craig Taubman, Saddleback Church, Larry Hoffman, Valley Beth Shalom, Shabbat Shalom, Yom Kippur, B'nai Jeshurun, Debbie Friedman, Leadership Network, Captain Randy, Bet Torah, Great Awakening, National Jewish Population Survey, Bar Mitzvah, Friday Night Live, Richard Vosko Browse Sample Pages:
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