Join us for our professional development trainings this July and August! Sessions are open to all RA members (free) and any non-RA rabbi serving a USCJ congregation ($36/session):
First 100 Days
Wednesday, July 24th, 12:00-1:00pm ET / 9:00-10:00am PT / 7:00-8:00pm Israel
Led by our colleague Ilana Garber
The first 100 days in a new position can sometimes feel daunting. In this session, you’ll learn how to create a personal plan to intentionally leverage your first 100 days in your new role.
The Theology and Philosophy of the Conservative Movement
Thursday, August 8th, 12:30-2:00pm ET / 9:30-11:00am PT / 7:30-9:00pm Israel
Led by our colleague Gordon Tucker
Pick up new insights from our colleague Gordon Tucker as he provides a high-level introduction to the theology and philosophy of our Movement. You’ll learn about the great debates, seminal figures, and core teachings of our Movement. Not only will this session be enlightening to the mind, but it will also provide context to our past as we navigate our communities’ future.
Skills For Sustaining Your Rabbinate
Thursday, August 15th, 12:00-1:00pm ET / 9:00-10:00am PT / 7:00-8:00pm Israel
Led by our colleagues Sue Fendrick and Jeremy Markiz, and David Harrison and Jena Schwartz
In this round robin, you’ll learn four ready-to-use skills that will boost the sustainability and wellbeing of your rabbinate from organizing your digital life to prepping oral presentations.
The CJLS: Recent Teshuvot and How To Engage
Thursday, August 22nd,1:00-2:00pm ET / 10:00-11:00am / 8:00-900pm Israel
Led by our colleague Pamela Barmash, Chair of the CJLS
In this session we will review of the various responsa that were approved over the past year and explain the nuts and bolts of the CJLS, the process for submitting a question, and opportunities for writing responsa.