We have Big Questions.
You have the Answers.
This month of September, Tishri 5774, we have officially launched our Big Questions. Follow along with us as we ask a “Big Question” every month. Our first question:
What are Big Questions?
Big Questions are human questions; they are not Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Buddhist, etc. They are not Democratic or Republican or for one specific demographic. Big Questions matter to all of us. They are different than “hard questions.” Hard Questions rely on expertise and lead to debates. Big Questions rely on wisdom and experience. They invite participation by everyone because anyone can answer them.
Big Questions aim to help people go deeper within their own traditions and identity, strengthen their interactions with others, and build richer communities. Healthy congregations are places where we
understand one another's stories so that we might further explore what we have in common. Micah’s questions are designed to do just that! The selected questions will be concerned with topics that matter to all of us, regardless of our religious traditions, cultural heritage, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and personal or political beliefs.
It is our hope that together, through the power of conversation, we will all come to better understand ourselves, each other, and our relationships with God, Torah, and Israel.
How can you answer?
- Write it down at Micah - we have a blackboard with markers to collect answer in our Social Hall!
- Mail it in - we'll collect answers and share with everyone!
- Connect with us online! When you answer on social media, add the hashtag #MicahAsks and find other people’s answers on both Facebook and Twitter!
- Or comment on our blog!
Facebook.com/CongregationMicah
@MicahNashville
CongregationMicah.blogspot.com
The first Ask Big Questions campaign started at a Hillel on a college campus. The campaign continues to strive to make the world a better place and lead people to deeper conversations and
actions.
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