Dynamic Programs
Dynamic Jews for Judaism Programs
Based on a recent survey of over 2,000 Jewish students, 68% of teens and 85% of college students have been approached by someone who tried to share another religion with them. New tactics used by these groups are expanding rapidly, ranging from peerto- peer proselytizing to multi-media presentations.
These organizations and individuals prey on those who are unprepared to protect themselves. Our newest and most promising initiative yet, Be-True, gives high school and college students the tools to fight back. Using a dynamic Power Point presentation and real life scenarios, this program empowers students with the tools to identify and respond to proselytizing, and help their own peers.
MISSIONARY IMPOSSIBLE
The Jewish Response To Missionaries Each year deceptive and manipulative missionary groups like Jews for Jesus spend millions of dollars targeting Jews for conversion. More than 275,000 Jews have already succumbed to their efforts.
This Battle for the Jewish Soul is exacerbated by millions of evangelical Christians who zealously share their faith with fellow friends, students and associates. To make matters worse, it has become common practice for these evangelicals to utilize the deceptive Jews for Jesus approach of telling Jews that they can be Jewish and Christian at the same time. This dynamic program outlines missionary tactics, differences between Judaism and Christianity, and provides the tools and knowledge you need to respond confidently to anyone who challenges your faith.
Be-True: Preserving Jewish Identity for Future Generations, Now!
Based on a recent survey of over 2,000 Jewish students, 68% of teens and 85% of college students have been approached by someone who tried to share another religion with them. New tactics used by these groups are expanding rapidly, ranging from peer-to-peer proselytizing to multi-media presentations.
These organizations and individuals prey on those who are unprepared to protect themselves. Our newest and most promising initiative yet, Be-True, gives high school and college students the tools to fight back. Using a dynamic Power Point presentation and real life scenarios, this program empowers students with the tools to identify and respond to proselytizing, and help their own peers.
THE POWER OF PERSUASION
What Do Cults, Tele-Marketers and Terrorists Have in Common? This fascinating program explores the techniques used by everyone from Tele-Marketers, Cult-Recruiters and Terrorists, to influence thinking and behavior. This program is captivating and has empowered adults, parents and students worldwide.
Through a series of interactive demonstrations, experiments, case studies and video clips, you will become aware of why our instinctual defenses sometimes fail us and how our critical thinking can be derailed. This lecture is Mind-Control and Manipulation in Modern Society 101. It will make you “street smart” by teaching critical thinking skills and provide you with tools to cope with peer pressure and manipulation.
A RABBI CROSS-EXAMINES CHRISTIANITY
In Search of the Real Messiah A court of law relies on eye witnesses. Join Jews for Judaism’s Rabbi Kravitz for a fascinating lecture that examines the testimonies of the numerous factions (Pharisees, Romans, Christians, Sadducees and Ebionites) who claimed to know who Jesus was. Are their testimonies consistent or contradictory?
What conclusions can we draw? Utilizing Jewish, Christian, Talmudic and other historical sources we will unravel the questions: Who was Jesus? Did he really exist? And, what does modern day Judaism have to say about the Jewish messiah?
DOMINO EFFECT: Judaism and Christianity and the parting of the ways
Christianity began as a movement within Judaism. This session will trace the steps that led to its morphing into a totally non-Jewish religion.
Utilizing Jewish, Christian, Talmudic and other historical sources we will unravel the questions: Who was Jesus? Did he really exist? And, what does modern day Judaism have to say about the Jewish messiah?
WHAT’S UP WITH “KABBALAH” AND THE RED STRING?
Unraveling the Myths, Mysteries and Misconceptions Kabbalah has attracted the fascination of pop culture. Over the past year People Magazine, Elle Magazine, The Guardian, BBC and VH1 have turned to Jews for
Judaism for its opinion. Why are people seeking advice to modern-day issues in an ancient Jewish wisdom? Controversy over this issue has left many disillusioned and confused.
Join Jews for Judaism’s Rabbi Kravitz as we explore Kosher Kabbalah and unravel the confusion behind the myths, mysteries and misconceptions surrounding this topic.
IS RELIGION KILLING JUDAISM?
This revealing presentation examines some of the negative stereotypes that people have about religion and how Judaism suffers by association.
Join us as we explore the preference for spirituality over religion, the sentiment that religion is a “crutch for those who need it” and the contention that religions divide people, thereby causing strife in the world.
EVANGELICALS AND ISRAEL: Trojan Horse or Knight in Shining Armor?
There are few things that evoke more passion than the convergence of politics and religion. In an era of unprecedented anti-Semitism and anti-Israel hostility, the evangelical Christian Right appears to have emerged as a potent ally. Some are concerned about their political stance while others believe they have a hidden proselytizing agenda. An eye-opening examination of this critical issue will help you decide if we are dealing with a Trojan Horse or Israel’s Knight in Shining Armor.
SCHOLAR IN RESIDENCE
Jews for Judaism will customize a special thematic weekend program or Shabbaton for your synagogue or organizations. The schedule can include lectures, Shabbat sermon, text study session, teen workshops and discussion groups.
Additional program topics can include: Jewish Spirituality, Is Religion Killing Judaism? and The Encounter: a Simulated Debate Between a Rabbi and a Jews for Jesus.
For more information and additional topics contact Jews for Judaism at: Phone: 310-556-3344