Freedom and Responsibility (Session IV)

fed logoHow free is your family?

To begin our conversation, here’s some classic Disney… (you might want to begin watching at 1:34)

What do you think this short classic wants us to know about three things:
Freedom
Power
Responsibility?

 

http://youtu.be/rCAYto7Svwo?t=1m34s

 

The Disneys have always been known for their clear moral messaging…

  1. Do you agree with the messages?
  2. And if the magic broom were the family car? (more…)

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Rich and Poor

In this session we explore where our appreciation of Am, of Peoplehood, intersects with our desire for economic freedom – freedom to make a living, and freedom from poverty. We also explore whether our allegiances alter according to where someone may live (B’Artzenu). At the same time we deepen the connection between these issues and our Jewish identity and values, and finally point to inspirational work being done in Judaism’s name in Israel.

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