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Ancient Money of the Holy Land (Feb 4, 7:00 pm)

ANCIENT MONEY OF THE HOLY LAND
“Money and religion share a long history” – Marina Fisher
This talk will explore the coinage of the Holy Land, its cultural interactions and political messages, and its unique art and design. Beginning with the Persian Imperial coins – the only coins referenced in the Old Testament of the Bible, we will examine the renowned ancient Athenian Owls, Alexander the Great’s silver tetradrachms, Tyrian shekels, Hasmonean coinage, Judeo-Roman bronzes and the stunning coinage of the Jewish Revolts. Coins from the University of Calgary’s Nickle Numismatic Collection will be available for viewing.

Marina Fischer is Collection Specialist for Numismatics at Nickle Galleries, University of Calgary. She holds an M.A. in Ancient History with specialization in Art History from the University of Calgary, and her research focuses on ancient Greek and Roman coinage. Marina is also Instructor with Continuing Education, and is a recipient of 2018 University of Calgary Teaching Award.

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Volunteer meal preparation and serving on Dec. 25

What an amazing group of volunteers. Preparing and serving TWO Christmas meals in one day!

Thanks for all your support!

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Bring your recipes and your energy to dinner on December 25th!

This year, Temple B’nai Tikvah will be providing Christmas meals to two different groups of people:

1. Awo Taan Healing Lodge

This is a First Nations Women’s Shelter located in a central southwest Calgary. We need 10-12 volunteers to prepare and serve dinner at the Lodge on Christmas Day. If you’re interested, please contact Nadine Waldman via the office.

 

2. Murray’s House

Run by the Sharp Foundation, Murray’s House is a 23 unit apartment building that provides a residence with full support services for the chronically homeless. Meal preparation will be at Temple and then served at the building. We will need about 12 volunteers, men or women. If you’re interested, please contact Paul Leney via the office.

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Rabbi Jeffrey Salkin – Nov 30 – Dec 1

On the Shabbat of Friday Nov. 30 and Saturday Dec. 1, we will welcome a Scholar in Residence, Rabbi Jeffrey Salkin.

During the Friday Erev Shabbat services on November 30, Rabbi Salkin will be speaking on the topic: Judaism Beyond Slogans.

During the Saturday morning services, December 1, he will be speaking on the topic: The Gods Are Broken.

Saturday Noon: Putting God on the Guest List, with B’nai Mitzvah kids and parents (Grades 6-7).

And on Saturday Havdalah service at 7:00 PM: Fixing the Broken Halleluyah: Judaism in the songs of Leonard Cohen.

Please join us!

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Special Programs on Yom Kippur Afternoon

TURNING
20×20 Talks: Powered by Pechakucha
Emcee: Norm Yanofsky

We invited a fascinating and diverse group of Temple members to speak to us about turning.

Each speaker has submitted 20 slides which will show for 20 seconds each, allowing the speaker exactly six minutes and forty seconds to address “Turning” from his or her own unique perspective.

Speakers: Kaye Booth, Dan Furst, Peter Driftmier, Maggie Harder, Alain Hepner, Sandy Mann, Jenny McKenney, Marg Semel, Sydney Sharpe, …and maybe others!

Pechakucha – Japanese for “chitchat.” Engaging speakers; 20 slides; 20 seconds each; a wonderful experience for us all.

CHANT MEDITATION SERVICE

Led by Betsy Jameson

A gentle contemplative service employing Hebrew chant and guided meditation to expand and deepen the experience of teshuvah. Like the call of the shofar and the haunting notes of Kol Nidre, melodies and the silences between them help guide and deepen our inward turning.
No previous experience with meditation or chant is necessary. This is about listening and deepening, not performance.

“When we chant we are using the whole body as the instrument with which to feel the meaning of the sacred phrase.” – Rabbi Shefa Gold

BOTH PROGRAMS BEGIN AT 1:30 PM

The 20 x 20 Powered by Pechakucha program will conclude at 3:00 PM.
The Chant/Meditation Service will conclude no later than 3:30 PM. It is OK to leave earlier.

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Celebrate Pride Week

 

Pride Week Events

  • Pride Shabbat Dinner – Friday August 31, 2018 (BUY YOUR TICKET NOW).
  • Join Temple at Pride Parade – On the morning of Sunday September 2, 2018, Temple members will be walking in Calgary’s Pride Parade. Please join us and bring family and friends. Gather at Riverfront Avenue between Macleod Trail SE and 1 Street SE. The Parade starting point is at 350 6 Ave SE, but we will be gathering on the Riverfront Avenue between Macleod Trail SE & 1 Street SE. Arrival time is set at 9 a.m., with go time at 1030 a.m. Wear your best pride colours and be creative! Our position number is 157, staging block is O. Please note, there won’t be any parking at site, so it is best to use public transit to get there. http://www.calgarypride.ca/events/parade-2018/

Watch this space and e-blasts for details.

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Rabbi Glickman at Pecha Kucha

Rabbi Glickman spoke at Pecha Kucha in Calgary.

Pecha Kucha #32 featured 10 speakers giving talks on the theme of the evening over slide shows consisting of 20 slides that show for 20 seconds each. The theme of this Pecha Kucha evening was “Fate.”

Watch Rabbi Glickman’s presentation here:

PKN 32: Fate – Mark Glickman

We asked a rabbi to talk about Fate – he said he had no choice but to say yes, but whether it would be good or not…It's Rabbi Mark Glickman speaking at #PKNYYC 32: Fate at Alberta Theatre Projects!

Posted by PechaKucha Night Calgary on Tuesday, March 20, 2018

 

For more details, see: Pecha Kucha #32.

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