Diversity
Come together to socialize, learn and support each other through a variety of opportunities.
The DiveRSity Committee brings together families and individuals interested in cultivating a diverse and welcoming community, and exploring issues of racial diversity and identity within the RS community.
Interested in or in the Process of Converting to Judaism?
New Beginnings Class
Catherine Fischer will facilitate a series of discussions on matters around identity, family, and community and provide an opportunity to share the challenges and joys of how your path is shaping those issues.
This opportunity to share with others considering and going through conversion can normalize the conversion process making it richer and more joyful. In addition, people begin to feel a connection with one another that can be very comforting. By participating in this group, there is no assumption that everyone will convert. Our hope is that this class will serve your needs and interests on your personal journey wherever that may take you.
We will meet on 3 consecutive Tuesday evenings: May 22, 29, and June 5 from 6:30-8 PM (feel free to bring your own dinner).
Anyone in the 2012 Introduction to Judaism class, RS members and prospective members are welcome to join us. Contact Catherine Fischer (215-627-6747 x46, cfischer@rodephshalom.org) by May 15th if you are interested.
There is no cost.
DiveRSity Shabbat Potluck Dinner
When: Friday, June 22 at 5pm
Where: At the West Philadelphia home of Jamie Kudera and David Mandell. The address is 4611 Larchwood Avenue.
What: Join us for good food and an opportunity to become better acquainted. Bring side dishes and salads that do not contain pork or shellfish.
Free street parking but please pay attention to signs - exact regulations vary from block to block.
RSVP: Jamie Kudera at jkudera@aol.com by Thursday, June 14.