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TORAH STUDY

Saturday Mornings 10-11:30 A.M.
Judaism by Choice
Shabbat Morning Study
Join Rabbi Marc at your neighborhood synagogue as he leads a traditional Shabbat discussion for those considering Judaism and those who have embraced Judaism.

Share in an open discussion about challenges you’ve experienced in your syangogue. Learn the basic structure and prayers of the Shabbat morning answer service at a slow pace and engage in Torah study. Participate in a question-and-answer session. Meet other members of your community as you share in a Shabbat Kiddush. Leave the temple feeling more confident in your ability to participate! Refreshments will be served during the discussion.  For information, please call Rabbi Marc at (714) 904-8522 or e-mail him at havrabiwiltravl@aol.com.

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Dates: Saturday, September 6, 2008
Time: 9:00 am
Organization: Temple Isaiah of Newport Beach
Venue: Temple Isaiah of Newport Beach
2401 Irvine Avenue
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Phone: 7149048522
Web Site: www.templeisaiahoc.org
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