The Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education invites you to join spiritual and faith leaders from around Oregon for this special conversation framed around Simon Wiesenthal’s thought provoking book The Sunflower: On the Possibilities and Limitations of Forgiveness. In the first half of the book Wiesenthal recounts his experiences in a Nazi concentration camp and what he did when asked for forgiveness by a dying SS soldier. In the second half of the book distinguished men and women from around the world offer their own reflections about whether or not Wiesenthal did the right thing in response to the dying man.
Rabbi Joshua Stampfer, Rabbi Emeritus of Congregation Neveh Shalom, will be joined by prominent leaders from other faith-based communities including Salma Ahmad, President of the Islamic Society of Greater Portland; Mary Jo Tully, Chancellor of the Archdiocese of Portland, Oregon; Linda Neale of the Earth & Spirit Council; and David Leslie, Executive Director of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon.
This panel is presented in partnership with Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon, the Earth & Spirit Council, and the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education and has been generously underwritten by Howard and Wendy Liebreich.
We especially thank the First United Methodist Church for hosting the panel discussion at 1838 SW Jefferson St
Join us for Foundation Fridays, a free young families Shabbat experience on
Friday mornings from 9:00am-10:30am, Running Room at Foundation School
Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 97239
Open to all children 0-5 and their parents,
grandparents, friends, caregivers
Schedule:
9am-10am open play in our indoor running room
10am-10:15am singing, Shabbat stories and age-appropriate service
10:15am-10:30am Shabbat snack and PJ Library Story
* Free!
Co- Hosted by PJ Library Portland
Questions? Call Leah Conley at 503-293-7307 lconley@nevehshalom.org
A series of book discussions held throughout the year. Come to one or dive into them all – meet others and connect over good literature with facilitated, in-depth discussion during this 10:45am Sunday morning series at Congregation Neveh Shalom. For more info e-mail Jgreenberg@nevehshalom.org
March 8
The Man in the Sharkskin Suit by Lucette Lagnado
April 19:
Ministry of Special Cases by Nathan Englander
May 3
The True Story of Hansel and Gretel by Louise Murphy
Summer 2015
Bee Season by Myla Goldberg
Congregation Neveh Shalom
2900 SW Peaceful Ln
Portland, OR 97239
Join us for our annual Purim carnival on March 8th at 12:15pm.
Learn about MJCC Day Camp programs,register, and meet camp staff.
Sun., Mar. 8, 1:00-3:00 pm
Accounts of art looted from museums and private collections in Europe by the Nazis during the Second World War have been recounted many times in film, non-fiction and novels.
Join Bruce Guenther, recently retired Chief Curator of the Portland Art Museum, and Susan Winkler, author of Portrait of a Woman in White, for a lively conversation that explores historical and art historical insights into the subject of looted art. Winkler’s latest work of fiction follows the theft of a Matisse painting from a Jewish family and provides a provocative springboard on a subject – seventy years after the end of the war – that still captures our attention.
At The Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education 1953 NW Kearney St
Ticket Info: General Public: $10; OJMCHE Members: $8; Students: $5
Second Thursday of the Month, 6:30
In this monthly class we will explore different topics in Torah, ranging from mussar (Jewish self improvement), Jewish spiritual practices, the inner meaning of the holy days and more. Rabbi Rose will introduce the class to the texts, give individuals time to learn on their own and lead a discussion. Participants will walk away with a deeper knowledge of Judaism and practical tools to bring Jewish teachings and values into their life. Knowledge of Hebrew is not required and the class will be of interest to those with some familiarity with the topic and newbies as well.
Join us for Foundation Fridays, a free young families Shabbat experience on
Friday mornings from 9:00am-10:30am, Running Room at Foundation School
Congregation Neveh Shalom, 2900 SW Peaceful Lane, Portland, OR 97239
Open to all children 0-5 and their parents,
grandparents, friends, caregivers
Schedule:
9am-10am open play in our indoor running room
10am-10:15am singing, Shabbat stories and age-appropriate service
10:15am-10:30am Shabbat snack and PJ Library Story
* Free!
Co- Hosted by PJ Library Portland
Questions? Call Leah Conley at 503-293-7307 lconley@nevehshalom.org
Be a part of the biggest continent-wide Shabbat event! Celebrate Shabbat with friends! Enjoy dinner, songs and entertainment.
Fri., Mar. 13, 5:30 pm
Adults: $15 (G:$18) Ages 3-12: $9 (G:$12) Max $50/family
RSVP by Wed., Mar. 11, oregonjcc.org/fnl
Sponsored by MJCC, PJA, PJ Library & BB Camp
AS TIME GOES BY it becomes more important than ever to keep our elderly well cared for. Please join us for a fun-filled evening on Saturday, March 14, that will directly benefit the residents at our own Robison Jewish Health Center. Helping our seniors is fundamental, and as the song says: The FUNDAMENTAL things apply, AS TIME GOES BY…
We are looking at you, kid, to join us for an elegant (and fun) evening on March 14th at the beautiful Tualatin Country Club. Don’t just save the date – also buy your tickets online now – for this year’s annual event to benefit the Robison residents.
The evening will include cocktails, dinner, dancing and classic casino games – something for everyone – as we revisit the excitement and elegance of Rick’s Café from the iconic film Casablanca. Dress in vintage inspired clothing if you wish or in cocktail attire. The important thing is that we see you there!
Tickets are on sale now! Event sponsorships are still available. For more information, please contact Teri Patapoff at 503.535.4360 or patapofft@cedarsinaipark.org.
We look forward to seeing you at As Time Goes By!
Sharon Weil & Avrel Nudelman
2015 Annual Event Co-Chairs