Here is a list of goals I want to fulfill during my mentorship.
1. To gain more knowledge concerning Reform Judaism and the Torah.
2. To improve on my mastery of the Hebrew language.
3. To become comfortable speaking in a group setting in either a class or giving a speech.
4. To write and present a detailed sermon on the topic of my choice.
5. To be present at a few of the following life cycle events: baby naming, bris, consecration, bar/bat mitzvah, confirmation, wedding or funeral.
6. To co-write and lead a Shabbat or Weekday service.
7. To explore the administrative duties of a rabbi.
8. To take part in hospital visits and feel more comfortable in that setting.
9. To learn Jewish values and how they apply to political issues.
10. To experience different settings a rabbi may be involved in.
11. To design and complete a project which reflects new knowledge, skills and abilities.
As I begin reading more articles about becoming a rabbi and start my mentorship, this list will grow.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Preparation
Well here I am again and this time Amy isn't here to help me with this blog.
Before I begin my mentorship, I have a long list of things to do. I need to finish them all before the end of February. The list includes: create a resume, a goals sheet, read thirty articles concerning Rabbinics and Jewish Education, write an annotated bibliography on ten of the articles, write an extended bibliography on the remaining twenty articles and conduct an informational interview/proposal to my mentors.
Currently I have created a resume displayed below.
Objective: To gain knowledge in the fields of Jewish Education and Rabbinics through a mentorship in a synagogue setting.
Education: Farmington High School, Farmington, Minnesota
Graduation: May 2009
Grade Point Average: 3.85 (on a 4.0 scale)
Related Classes:
Comparative Religions (currently taking)
Basic Hebrew- 2004
Confirmation classes- 2003-2007
Accelerated Classes:
College Prep Writing
Advanced Placement: European History,
United State History, Psychology
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Spanish III
Honors: English, Math
Work:
Experience: Burlington Coat Factory, Apple Valley, MN August 2007- present
Position: Customer Service Cashier
Mount Zion Temple, St. Paul, MN September 2003- present
Position: Collect food shelf and tzadakah,
teaching assistant in Judaic and Hebrew Classes and Hebrew prayer tester
Skills: excellent listener, quick leaner, organized, thorough, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, superior typer
Personality Characteristics: caring, compassionate, patient, honest, loyal, practical
Extra Curricular Activities: Marching Band 2007-2008, Concert Band 2005- present, Pep Band 2006-present, Mock Trial 2005- 2008, Synagogue Choir 2005-2008
Jewish Activities: participant in North American Federation of Temple Youth. Active in Temple youth group (St. Paul Organization of Temple Youth), Purim Carnival Volunteer, Shabbaton Assistant, Coalition for the Advancement of Jewish Education Conference, Cantor Search Committee
Awards and Honors: National Honor Society Member 2007-2009, A Honor Roll 2004-2009, Clarinet Section Leader 2004, Most Improved Player 2008, Letter Recipient: Mock Trial 2004-2008, Marching Band 2007-2008, Concert Band 2005-2008
References: Available upon request.
If you have any suggestions of things I should add let me know.
Thank you for your support. Shalom
Before I begin my mentorship, I have a long list of things to do. I need to finish them all before the end of February. The list includes: create a resume, a goals sheet, read thirty articles concerning Rabbinics and Jewish Education, write an annotated bibliography on ten of the articles, write an extended bibliography on the remaining twenty articles and conduct an informational interview/proposal to my mentors.
Currently I have created a resume displayed below.
Objective: To gain knowledge in the fields of Jewish Education and Rabbinics through a mentorship in a synagogue setting.
Education: Farmington High School, Farmington, Minnesota
Graduation: May 2009
Grade Point Average: 3.85 (on a 4.0 scale)
Related Classes:
Comparative Religions (currently taking)
Basic Hebrew- 2004
Confirmation classes- 2003-2007
Accelerated Classes:
College Prep Writing
Advanced Placement: European History,
United State History, Psychology
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Spanish III
Honors: English, Math
Work:
Experience: Burlington Coat Factory, Apple Valley, MN August 2007- present
Position: Customer Service Cashier
Mount Zion Temple, St. Paul, MN September 2003- present
Position: Collect food shelf and tzadakah,
teaching assistant in Judaic and Hebrew Classes and Hebrew prayer tester
Skills: excellent listener, quick leaner, organized, thorough, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, superior typer
Personality Characteristics: caring, compassionate, patient, honest, loyal, practical
Extra Curricular Activities: Marching Band 2007-2008, Concert Band 2005- present, Pep Band 2006-present, Mock Trial 2005- 2008, Synagogue Choir 2005-2008
Jewish Activities: participant in North American Federation of Temple Youth. Active in Temple youth group (St. Paul Organization of Temple Youth), Purim Carnival Volunteer, Shabbaton Assistant, Coalition for the Advancement of Jewish Education Conference, Cantor Search Committee
Awards and Honors: National Honor Society Member 2007-2009, A Honor Roll 2004-2009, Clarinet Section Leader 2004, Most Improved Player 2008, Letter Recipient: Mock Trial 2004-2008, Marching Band 2007-2008, Concert Band 2005-2008
References: Available upon request.
If you have any suggestions of things I should add let me know.
Thank you for your support. Shalom
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Bresheet - In the Beginning
I have no idea what to write, but here I am, with my soon-to-be-mentor who is making me start a blog!
I am in a class at Farmington High School that is called, "Mentor Program" and since I want to be a rabbi I am going to be mentoring with a Jewish Educator and a rabbi at Mount Zion Temple - my synagogue in Saint Paul.
I am excited, but kind of nervous. I don't really know what to expect, but I'm glad I'll be trying new things. I know I'll grow a lot in both maturity and in faith. I'll also have opportunities to start lots of networks.
Amy says this is a great way to get some support, some ideas, and share my experience.
So, I have no idea what I'm doing yet - but here I am.
I am in a class at Farmington High School that is called, "Mentor Program" and since I want to be a rabbi I am going to be mentoring with a Jewish Educator and a rabbi at Mount Zion Temple - my synagogue in Saint Paul.
I am excited, but kind of nervous. I don't really know what to expect, but I'm glad I'll be trying new things. I know I'll grow a lot in both maturity and in faith. I'll also have opportunities to start lots of networks.
Amy says this is a great way to get some support, some ideas, and share my experience.
So, I have no idea what I'm doing yet - but here I am.
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