TORCH Program Guide

Spring 2012

Connecting Jews & Judaism Through Jewish Education

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Our Mission

This Program Guide is

Generously Underwritten by

Dr. Wayne Dorris & Dr. Jacqueline Hecht

Table of Contents

Welcome ................................................................ 3

Program Listing ...................................................... 4

Class Location Guide .............................................. 7

Schedule Summary ............................................... 8

Our Mission is to Connect Jews and

Judaism by providing meaningful

learning opportunities for every Jewish

individual in the Houston area

irrespective of background, affiliation,

denomination or level of observance

and to enable them to experience the

joy and vibrancy of Judaism in a

welcoming environment.

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Welcome ...

Dear Friends,

On behalf of the entire staff of TORCH we are proud to present you with the Spring 2012 Program Guide.

Please take a few minutes to browse through the full list of daily classes and programs we offer across the Houston Metropolitan area. We are sure you will find some new and thought provoking ideas within our classes that will enlighten your perspective and connection to our rich heritage.

We invite you to join us anytime for a One -on-One Learning session with a Rabbi, Executive Study or start your very own Home Study Group (Havurah) with your friends. It's Easy and it's usually free!

Please visit www.torchweb.org for a full listing of our programs or contact us at info@torchweb.org for more information or to discuss more learning opportunities.

We look forward to learning together,

Rabbi Yaakov & Devorah Cohen

Mrs. Amanda Goldstein

Rabbi Yossi & Faige Grossman

Rabbi Yaakov & Elky Wohlgelernter

Rabbi Aryeh & Zehava Wolbe

Rabbi Yaakov & Chaya Wolbe

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PROGRAM MENU

The Empowerment Workshop Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe

Sunday - 9:00 AM | Beth Tikvah

Arm yourself with powerful tools of personal growth and discover the secret to unlock your true potential.

Foundations. Know Your Judaism Rabbi Yaakov Cohen

Sunday - 10:00 AM | Torah Vachesed

This comprehensive course will be covering all the basics of Judaism: its laws, practices and principles from A to Z.

The Clarity Workshop Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

Sunday - 11:15 AM | Brith Shalom

Bring a clarity and connection to your real essence and purpose and become the master of your own growth.

Kabbalah & Mysticism Rabbi Yaakov Cohen

Sunday - 8 PM | Torah Vachesed

Join a textual exploration into the deepest teachings of Judaism and learn how it relates to your everyday life.

TALK - Young Adult Chavurah Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe

Monday - 7:15 PM | Private Residence

Join other dynamic young professionals for dinner and a discussion about practical, relevant Jewish stuff.

Timeless Wisdom of Kabbalah Rabbi Yaakov Cohen

Monday - 7:30 PM | Beth Torah

Master your path to personal growth and fulfillment by gaining a clarity and connection to your soul and its potential.

Please visit www.torchweb.org for registration and program updates

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PROGRAM MENU

39 Ways to Shabbat Mrs. Penina Lenga

Monday - 7:30 PM | Torah Vachesed

An inspirational journey through the laws of Shabbat while learning to making it more meaningful for you and your family.

24 Traits of Perfection Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

Tuesday - 7 PM | Meyerland Minyan

Acquiring the tools for a fulfilling life. You'll also learn to appreciate every minute while developing your G-d given soul traits.

Partners in Torah - Live! One on One Study

Tuesday - 8:15 PM | Meyerland Minyan

This is your chance to choose a topic that interests you and learn one-on-one with a learning partner.

The Breakfast Club (for Men) Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

Wednesday - 8 AM | Cafe at the J

Start your day with the taste of a magnificent breakfast, fresh brewed coffee and sizzling words of Torah.

Prisms (for Women) Mrs. Devorah Cohen

Wednesday - 10 AM | Aroma Pizza Cafe

Gain practical and mystical insight into the weekly Torah portion...as well as delicious breakfast and some great new friends!

Beyond the Red String Rabbi Yaakov Cohen

Thursday - 12 PM | HCRJ

Demystifying the mystical and discover the ancient technology of the soul that's got Hollywood buzzing.

Please visit www.torchweb.org for registration and program updates

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PROGRAM MENU

Kabbalah 101 Rabbi Yakov Cohen

Thursday - 7:30 PM | Shaar Hashalom

Explore the textual exposé discussing the names of G-d, the worlds, the ten emanations, and their relevancy.

The Purity Workshop Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

Thursday - 7:30 PM | Beth El

Bring a clarity and connection to our real essence and purpose and become the master of your own growth.

Shabbat Prayer Experience Rabbi Yossi & Faige Grossman

Shabbat - 10 AM | Meyerland Minyan

Bring the whole family and ENJOY the personalized touch of our introductory prayer experience!

Challah Baking Workshop Mrs. Zehava Wolbe

Monthly on 3rd Wednesday - 8 PM | Details Online

Have fun while learning the art of baking the most delicious Challah ever!

Mommy & Me ASCENT Women

Monthly on Last Thursday | Details Online

Meet new friends; mommies and babies while having fun with your baby! Baby Massage, baby Yoga and more.

Hebrew Reading Mrs. Amanda Goldstein

6 Week Series - 7:30 PM | Seasonal | Details Online

Learn how to read basic Hebrew in just six weeks - guaranteed! No prior knowledge necessary!

Brachot Party Mrs. Devorah Cohen

Monthly on Rosh Chodesh | Details Online

The Power of Blessings, food and Amen. Have Fun with other Women - spirituality guaranteed!

Please visit www.torchweb.org for registration and program updates

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Jewish Ethics Institute With Rabbi Yossi Grossman

Legal Medical Business Ethics Conference

Enjoy a discussion on relevant ethical challenges and dilemmas over delicious Kosher lunch.

CLE - Legal Ethics (Accredited)

Vinson & Elkins | Monthly on Second Tuesday (12 PM) Loev Law Firm | Monthly on last Wednesday (12 PM)

CME - Medical Ethics (Accredited)

Brith Shalom | Weekly on Wednesdays (8:20 AM) MD Anderson | Monthly on first Tuesday (12 PM)

Business Ethics

Flagship Corp. | Bi-Weekly on Mondays (12 PM)

For more information please visit www.j-ethics.org Jewish Ethics Institute is a Division of TORCH

Class Location Guide

Aroma Pizza Cafe (APC) 6285 Bissonnet Street , 77081 Beth El (CBE) 3900 Raoul Wallenberg Lane, 77459 Beth Rambam (CBR) 11333 Braesridge Drive, 77071 Beth Tikvah [Clearlake] (TBT-C) 12411 Park Shadows Trail, 77058 Beth Torah [Humble] (TBT-H) 320 Shallow Drive, Humble, 77338 Brith Shalom (CBS) 4610 Bellaire Boulevard, 77401 Cafe @ the J [JCC] (C@J) 5601 South Braeswood Blvd, 77096 Flagship Corp. (FC) 1 Greenway Plaza, Suite 750, 77046 Houston Congregation for Reform Judaism (HCRJ)

801 Bering Drive, 77057

Loev Law Firm (LLF) 6300 W. Loop South, Suite 280, 77401 MD Anderson (MDA) 1515 Holcombe Blvd, 77030 Meyerland Minyan (MM) 9606 Chimney Rock Road, 77096 Shaar Hashalom (CSH) 16020 El Camino Real, 77062 Torah Vachesed (CTV) 9730 Hillcroft Street, 77096 Vinson & Elkins (V&E) 1001 Fannin Street, 24th Floor, 77002 Young Israel of Houston (YIH) 7823 Ludington Drive, 77071

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Schedule Summary for Weekly Programs

TIME DAY VENUE PROGRAM

9:00 a Sun TBT-C Mussar - Empowerment Workshop 10:00 a Sun CTV Foundations. Know Your Judaism. 11:15 a Sun CBS Mussar - Clarity Workshop 8:00 p Sun CTV Kabbalah & Mysticism 9:15 p Sun YIH Character Development Vaad 12:00 p Mon FC Business Ethics Lunch & Learn 7:30 p Mon TBT-H Kabbalah - Growth Workshop 7:15 p Mon -- TALK - Young Adult Chavurah 7:30 p Mon CTV 39 Ways to Shabbos 12:00 p Tue V&E CLE - Legal Ethics 12:00 p Tue MDA CME - Medical Ethics 7:00 p Tue MM 24 Traits of Perfection 8:15 p Tue MM Partners in Torah - Live! 8:30 p Tue CBR Mesilat Yesharim (Hebrew) 8:00 a Wed C@J The Breakfast Club 8:20 a Wed CBS CME - Medical Ethics 10:00 a Wed APC Prisms for Women 12:00 p Wed LLF CLE - Legal Ethics 12:00 p Thu HCRJ Beyond the Red String 7:30 p Thu CSH Kabbalah 101 7:30 p Thu CBE Mussar - Purity Workshop 10:00 a Sat MM Learner's Prayer Experience

Please visit www.torchweb.org for registration and program updates

TORCH

Torah Outreach Resource Center of Houston

10101 Fondren Road, Suite 515 Houston, TX 77096

(713) 721-6400 www.torchweb.org