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CCAR Press eBooks



CCAR Press Summer Sale

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CCAR and the Press

   2011 CCAR Convention
New Orleans 
March 27 - 30, 2011

  

 

CCAR PRESS

CCAR Press is proud to announce two new titles!




 
Mishkan T'filah Pulpit Edition

The Pulpit Edition is an oversize version of the complete edition of Mishkan T'filah, in 3-ring binder format. It is meant for use on the bima or for the purpose of preparing service participants.

 



 
Machzor: Challenge and Change Resource Pack 

As the CCAR embarks on the process of creating a new High Holy Day machzor, we invite Reform Jews to engage in study on related themes. This collection includes a wealth of material for individual or group study...

The CCAR DIRECTORY OF ACADEMIC RABBIS

The Reform Movement is blessed with a significant number of Reform rabbis whose primary careers are in academia, both at secular institutions of higher learning and HUC-JIR.  Some colleagues have part-time positions at these institutions while other colleagues pursue academic interests without formal association with a college or university.  Such individuals enrich the Reform Movement by combining an up-to-date understanding of contemporary scholarship and intellectual trends to a close and deep knowledge of Reform Judaism.  Here is a list of these academic rabbis with brief bios, contact information, and potential lecture topics.

Rabbinical Placement Commission

Click here to visit the home page of the Joint Commission on Rabbinic Placement (Membership login required).
View placement listings and supporting documentation.

 

Continuing Education 5771
CCAR Statements

 

Continuing Education


Teleconferences:

President Barack Obama Brings Greeting for the High Holy Days
Tuesday, September 7, 2010, 3:00 PM ET

Placement: Negotiating My Contract
Thursday, October 28, 2010, 2:00 PM ET

As the Rabbinate Turns: A Historical View
Session 1: Leadership Selection and the Transmission of Authority in the Biblical Period with Dr. Lawrence Schiffman
Wednesday, November 3, 2010, Noon ET 


In Person Seminars Register Now!

"Gathering the Waters" International Mikveh
Conference 2010
October 10-12, 2010, Boston
CCAR partners with Mayyim Hayyim to offer this exploration into how mikveh can be a source of spiritual renewal and understanding for Jews in the 21st century.

Global Day of Jewish Learning
Sunday, November 7, 2010

Please be in touch with Debbie Prinz at dprinz@ccarnet.org or 212-972-3636 x 226 with any questions, suggestions, or comments. We hope that you will note these events for your calendar and take advantage of these incredible offerings.


Rabbinic Leadership:

The Five Essential Conversations Every Rabbi Must Master

Monday/Tuesday, November 15 & 16, 2010, New York City

(Registration Deadline: October 15, 2010)

 

As the “chief engagement officer” of your institution or congregation, you have a special responsibility to initiate and facilitate conversations in ways that will help those around you tackle difficult issues, strengthen performance, enhance relationships, and foster learning.  In this two-day workshop, expert Larry Dressler and CCAR Rabbinic staff will provide principles and specific practices for engaging in the most challenging conversations. No prerequisites.

 

Keter Torah: TBD


Fundraising for Rabbis: Shekels
Creating a Giving Culture in Your Organization and Synagogue

Monday/Tuesday, February 7 & 8, 2011, Los Angeles
(Registration Deadline: January 5, 2011) 

Building on the great success of CCAR’s previous programs, Shekels comes west.  For rabbis only: Learn about fundraising for non-profits and synagogues, especially in a difficult economy from development experts David Altshuler and Marla Abraham, along with CCAR rabbinic staff.  This two-day workshop on rabbinic leadership as it relates to tzedakah will include presentations on topics such as: planned giving, the art of the “ask”, major gifts, board development, and annual campaigns. No prerequisites.

 

Keter Torah: TBD

 

 

The First 100 Days: Transitioning Into Your New Rabbinic Position
Monday/Tuesday, May 9 & 10, 2011, Chicago
(Registration Deadline: April 10, 2011)

For rabbis moving into any type of new positionsolo, large congregation, or community based organization. Learn from experts and CCAR Rabbinic staff about starting strong and well in your new rabbinic position as we explore various approaches and techniques for entry planning, priority setting, developing relationships and measuring success.

  

Keter Torah: TBD



CCAR Interim Training for Rabbis:
Fundamentals in Transitional Rabbinic Work (Three-Day)

Tuesday-Thursday, June 28-30, 2011, New Jersey

(Registration Deadline: May 20, 2011)

 

This workshop will be taught by faculty from the Interim Ministry Network and CCAR, including Rev. Lynn Carman Bodden, Rev. Dr. William M. Peterson and Rabbi Deborah Prinz.  No prior training or experience is required.  This seminar serves as one segment of the CCAR three- part training interim rabbinic work.  (Please see further information regarding interim training.)

Keter Torah: TBD


Leadership Travel Series

Prague and Vienna: In Search of Jewish Leadership 
T
hursday, April 28, 2011 - Wednesday, May 4, 2011
(Registration Deadline: January 10, 2011)


Special Opportunities!

For Rabbis Retiring in the Next 15 Years

Online and In-person Hebrew Learning


Coaching and Consults Available!

Mentoring Program

Coaching for Rabbis

Retirement Coaching

Group Supervision or Coaching for Womaen


Keter Torah Program Details:

Welcome to the first year of Keter Torah, a voluntary program to encourage and recognize ongoing rabbinic learning and skills development by members of the CCAR...

Help the Israeli Economy

Of the many challenges facing Israel, the country's damaged economy is one of the most serious.  The ARZA web site provides numerous links to sites that provide guidance, business opportunities or products and services in such area as import/export businesses; general shopping information, Judaica products in every category, travel and tourism, books and music, Internet resources, and others.  To link directly to this page on the ARZA site, and for general access to the latest information on Israel and the Reform Movement's activities in and regarding Israel, click here.


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