How can my congregation become more vital How can we both honor the past and embrace the future The SelfRenewing Congregation calls for renewal...from within not withouta renewal that begins with institutional selfreflection proceeds through a process of selfengagement and ends with selfgenerated innovations that can deepen the synagogue congregation as a sacred community. The core of this book offers any congregation seeking this path a compelling and realistic roadmap a vision and a process that is rooted in applied research and practical experience.from the Foreword by Dr. Ron Wolfson codeveloper Synagogue 2000 author of Shabbat The Family Guide to Preparing for and Celebrating the Sabbath Revitalizing and reimagining the organization of our synagogues takes work Combining expert advice and experience garnered from congregations throughout North America The SelfRenewing Congregation shows us how transformative change is possible. A complete resource full of ideas information and support this is a guide for those of us involved in or interested in energizing our spiritual communities. Isa Aron founding director of Hebrew Union Colleges Experiment in Congregational Education ECE offers concrete practical information on how to bring about change through collaborative leadership and helps us grow dynamic successful congregations. show more