Course on Jewish leaders offered in Vail Valley

Posted Wednesday, Jan 27th, 2010
Vail Daily News

Course will study six figures who helped Judaism through its most difficult periods, says Rabbi Dovid Mintz, of Chabad Vail

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VAIL — This February, the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute 's winter course, “Portraits in Leadership: Timeless Tales for Inspired Living,” will be offered in the Vail Valley.  

The course will study six figures who helped Judaism through its most difficult periods, says local instructor Rabbi Dovid Mintz, of Chabad Vail. 

Lessons will examine a range of classic Jewish sources, drawing extensively from the stories of the Talmud and modern commentaries.

“Students are constantly looking for tools to deal with day-to-day challenges,” Mintz said. “What better way to find guidance than from the wise example of others who encountered hardships and used them as the impetus for growth and change.” 

Mintz will be teach this course at the Inn at Riverwalk in Edwards for six Wednesday, starting Feb. 3. For more information, call 970-476-7887 or visit JewishVail.com.

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