Summer of NewCAJE 2021

“We are closer to God when we are asking questions than when we think we have the answers.” [Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel] The recent escalation of violence in the Middle East has deepened divisions in our community and reinforced the need to find ways for constructive dialogue. In a safe, supportive, non-judgmental workshop, learn how to bring the Israel-Palestine conversation to your school, synagogue, or community. Ground those interactions in Jewish texts and values to promote meaningful, pro-Israel discussion. Can we disagree without being disagreeable? How do we acknowledge a different perspective without forfeiting our own convictions? Leave this workshop with practical skills and methods for your personal and pedagogical toolkit. Designed for teachers, rabbis, lay leaders, and anyone looking for effective ways to deal with this contentious issue.