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Welcome
to the Family Lois Sussman Shenker Welcome
to the Family!
fills the need for a book written in a conversational rather
than a scholarly tone that explains the basics of Judaism for
non-Jews and Jews seeking to deepen their understanding of Jewish
life, beliefs, and culture. Welcome
to the Family! provides
not only basic information about Judaism, but evokes with vivid
stories and insights the essence of the Jewish culture and religious
practices. It is an essential guide for all those wanting to
understand the Jewish experience, culture and heritage.
"As a Catholic I appreciate Lois Shenker's WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!, a 'bridging' book which we badly need to help us overcome prejudices and distrust. A book like this, chock-full of stories and information and the explanations of Jewish rituals, goes a long way in promoting interfaith understanding that is so crucial to our times. And the humor is great--it's the best bridge-builder of all." "WELCOME TO THE FAMILY! is more than just a wonderfully engaging and clear overview of Jewish life. For Jew and non-Jew alike, it lives up to its title, answering key questions and addressing real life issues that allow the reader to be comfortable in a Jewish setting. And for those eager to learn about the Jewish traditions and values of their new family members, this delightful introduction to the Jewish experience is essential reading." "Lois Shenker has written a warm, easy-to-understand and illuminating explanation of the basics of Judaism. For anyone who wants to understand Judaism's wonderful history and traditions, WELCOME TO THE FAMILY! is a delightful and educational resource for Jews and non-Jews alike." "Welcome
to the Family! fills
a gap that much needs filling. Ms. Shenker provides all who
wish to be included with a truly user-friendly guide to the
Jewish heritage."
Egon Mayer, Ph.D., Director, Jewish Outreach Institute, Director of Jewish Studies, CUNY "One of the greatest gifts of my life was growing up Catholic in a Jewish neighborhood. It is an experience I cannot give others. Instead I can offer Lois Shenker's book, Welcome to the Family! Written primarily for non-Jews who have children or family members that marry into Judaism, its appeal is far wider. The author's style is easy and intimate. I recommend it to Christians who are merely curious with the promise that it will teach them not only about the Jews, but also about themselves." Mary Jo Tully, Chancellor, Archdiocese of Portland, Oregon About
the Author
Lois
Shenker Lois Shenker is a teacher of adult classes on Judaism, and lecturer on Jewish parenting and Judaism. She is facilitator and administrator for the Oregon Board of Rabbis' Introduction to Judaism course. Ms. Shenker is the mother of three children, and grandmother to eight grandchildren, all of whom have non-Jewish grandparents as well.
Author web site: http://www.welcometofamily.com/
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51/2
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Original
Trade Paperback
Judaica
/ Interfaith
List Price: $15.95
Sale Price: $13.56 * Particularly helpful to non-Jews and all those unfamiliar with things Jewish, including Jewish people themselves. * Straightforward description of Jewish weddings, bar and bat mitzahs, funeral and morning rituals, high holidays and what is expected of those attending.
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