“DAVENOLOGY” – sponsored by Spirit of the Desert – Ruach Hamidbar
JEWISH RENEWAL DAVENING TOOLS
FOR DAILY PRAYER PRACTICE
3 Sunday Classes
August 2, 9, 16 from 10:00am – noon
at the home of Rabbi Sarah Leah Grafstein in Scottsdale
Learn how to create a meaningful daily spiritual practice through prayer, song, chant and meditation.
There will be a special focus on Kabbalistic practices.
We will be using Reb Zalman’s book “Davening: A Guide to Meaningful Jewish Prayer.”
Classes are FREE, please register at office@ruach.org
After you register you will receive Reb Zalman’s English Siddur via e-mail.
IF YOU CAN,
begin reading Reb Zalman’s book as well as exploring his English Siddur before we meet.
TRY experimenting with a few prayers that speak to you.
This class is great preparation for the new year!
Sun., Aug. 16
Noon-1 p.m. – PreK-K
Noon-2 p.m. – Grades 1-6
Valley of the Sun JCC – 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 85254
Don’t miss this free, professionally run clinic where children rotate between soccer and basketball. It’s a great opportunity for your child to learn the basics and have fun! Limited spots available. Contact Alexa at 480.483.7121 ext. 1283 or alexaw@vosjcc.org.
Learn how essential oils are used to manage stress and balance energy. Begin with a 90-minute restorative practice, then enjoy a 30-minute session in which essential oils are used on the skin and in the air to calm your nervous system and rejuvenate your body. Members: $25; Non-members: $35. For more information, contact 480.483.7121 ext. 1281 or denisek@vosjcc.org.
Join us for a yoga class designed for adults and kids ages 5 and up. Laughter and love will fill this class and inspire the entire family! Open to adults without children, and all levels are welcome! 12:30-1:30
Stay for Storytime and snacks sponsored by PJ Library 1:30-1:45
Valley of the Sun JCC
12701 N Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Questions? Contact Denise Krater, Fitness Director 480.483.7121 x1281 or denisek@vosjcc.org
Chair Yoga is led by Sari Beliak, certified yoga instructor, and is appropriate for all ages and abilities.
The theme of the luncheon is “Food for Thought.” Former Arizona Republic food critic Howard Seftel will be the featured speaker.
Join us at The J Café to share the pleasure of knitting and to help others with projects or patterns. Can’t knit? We’ll teach you. Want to try the newest knitting styles. We’ll show you how. For more information, contact Harriet at 480.483.7121 ext. 1213 or harrietc@vosjcc.org.
Adult Education Kollel (Class) – The High Holy Days: “Are You Ready?”
To help us each answer the question: “Are you?” we have invited some congregants to share with us something of importance to them; something that helps them with their preparation for this season, so that it can become that much more for us as well.
August 19: Rabbi Dr. Bennett Blum presents “Forgiveness: The Law and The Lore”
August 26: Rabbi Dr. Howard Schwartz presents “T’SHUVAH (Repentance): Up Close & Personal: What Does/Can it Mean in Today’s World?”
September 2: Scott Lewis presents “Learning to Learn from Each Other: A Collaborative Exploration of our Jewish Ethics through PIRKE AVOT”