Workshop 5: Judaism 1: The Birth of the Abrahamic Tradition Part of Building Bridges In This Section Introduction From Building Bridges The Jews started it all—and by "it" I mean so many of the things we care about, the underlying values that make all of us, Jew and Gentile, believer and... Spiritual Preparation From Building Bridges Consider the endurance of the Jewish faith and the Jewish people.... Welcoming and Entering From Building Bridges Materials for Activity Newsprint, markers, and tape Preparation for Activity List on newsprint, and post: 1.... Opening From Building Bridges Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle, and lighter or LED/battery-operated candle Newsprint, markers, and tape Leader Resourc... Activity 1: Story - Abraham's Covenant with God From Building Bridges Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Story, "Abraham's Covenant with God" A globe or world map Optional: A computer with Internet access... Activity 2: Hope for Tomorrow From Building Bridges Activity time: 25 minutes Materials for Activity Paper, drawing supplies, painting supplies, old magazines, scissors, and glue Coverings for floor and... Activity 3: Jewish Holidays From Building Bridges Activity time: 15 minutes Materials for Activity Leader Resource 3, Jewish Holy Days and Holidays Envelopes for each team Preparation for Activity Decid... Activity 4: Fact Sheet From Building Bridges Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 1, Judaism Fact Sheet Description of Activity Distribute Handout 1.... Activity 5: Time Line From Building Bridges Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Religions Time Line (Workshop 1) Sticky notes and fine point marker World map or globe Preparation for... Closing From Building Bridges Activity time: 5 minutes Materials for Activity Chalice, candle, and lighter or LED/battery-operated candle Taking It Home handout Newsprint, markers, a... Leader Reflection and Planning From Building Bridges Take the time to discuss with co-leaders: How did the workshop run? Which activities worked well with your group? Which were less successful?... Faith In Action: Making It Right From Building Bridges Materials for Activity Paper and pens/pencils for all participants Description of Activity Say, in your own words: The Jewish High Holy Days are ten day... Alternate Activity 1: Engagement From Building Bridges Activity time: 120 minutes Preparation for Activity See general suggestions on Engagement in the program Introduction, under Implementation. Contact a... Alternate Activity 2: What's In a Name? From Building Bridges Activity time: 20 minutes Materials for Activity Handout 2, Traditional Jewish Names List of participants' names and their meanings Paper and pens... Taking It Home From Building Bridges The Jews started it all—and by "it" I mean so many of the things we care about, the underlying values that make all of us, Jew and Gentile, believer and... Abrahams Covenant with God From Building Bridges From The New Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1989, 1995 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches ... Handout 1: Judaism Fact Sheet From Building Bridges Birthed: Approximately 15th century BCE Adherents: 14 million, about .2-percent of the world population Ranking: Eighth, behind Christianity, Islam,... Handout 2: Traditional Jewish Names From Building Bridges Abram — Exalted Father Abraham — Father of Many / Father of Nations Amos — To Carry Baruch — Blessed Benjamin — Son of the South Chaya — Life... Leader Resource 1: Judaism Background From Building Bridges Although ancient, Judaism is not considered an indigenous religion; it is based on the revelation of religious wisdom and law to the people, not on an... Leader Resource 2: World Religions Distribution Map From Building Bridges Used by permission of the author, D. Bachmann.... Leader Resource 3: Jewish Holy Days and Holidays From Building Bridges Holy Day/Holiday: Rosh Hashanah Celebrates: New Year (Rosh Hashanah, two days), beginning of High Holy Days period Observed by: Two-day period of worshi... Find Out More From Building Bridges Jewish Teachings and Practice The Judaism 101 website offers basic, wide-ranging information on modern Judaism. My Jewish Learning is a comprehensive... PREVIOUS: Find Out More UP: Building Bridges NEXT: Introduction Download all of Building Bridges (Word) to edit or print.