Temple Emanu-El and Noor Cultural Centre Weekend of Twinning
With Rabbi Debra Landsberg and Dr. Timothy Gianotti
As part of an inspirational North American wide initiative to build bridges and friendships between Jews and Muslims, Temple Emanu-El and Noor Cultural Centre have planned a series of cross-visits during the Weekend of Twinning of Mosques and Synagogues (November 21-23, 2008).
In the future we hope to have many occasions to share experiences, education, and build long-term friendships. We are hoping that families will attend throughout, and in particular that youth will participate in the Sunday morning program at Noor.
Program
Date: Friday November 21, 2008
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Noor Cultural Centre
1:00-1:15 p.m. |Tour of Noor
1:20 p.m. |Call to prayers
1:30-2.00 p.m. | Jum’ah prayers and khutbah by Dr. Timothy Gianotti: “From Estrangement to Reunion: Rethinking the Story of Abraham’s Sons as a Call for Unity Amidst Diversity”
2:00-3:00 p.m. |Refreshments and socialization at Noor
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Temple Emanu-El (120 Old Colony Road East; www.templeemanuel.ca)
Shabbat services at Emanu-El, followed by a family dinner and singing
If you are interested in attending the Shabbat service and family dinner, please note that spaces are limited, and that the registration deadline is Tuesday November 18 at 11 a.m. . Noor patrons are requested to order their tickets promptly by contacting us at [email protected] or 416.444.7148 ext.222. Please include name and phone number at which we can contact you, and number of tickets required. Dinner cost is $18 per person.
Date: Saturday November 22, 2008
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: Temple Emanu-El
10:30 a.m. | Saturday morning service at Emanu-El; the sermon will be on the story of Abraham, focusing specifically on the two women, Sarah and Hagar
Noon | Vegetarian potluck lunch
Date: Sunday November 23, 2008
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Location: Noor Cultural Centre
Rabbi Landsberg and Dr. Gianotti will present the story of Ismail and Isaac coming together to bury Abraham from the Jewish and Muslim perspectives, followed by a discussion in table groups, music, and refreshments