On Wednesday, November 17, the 9th, 10th, and 11th graders joined 35 students from the St. Frances Academy, a Catholic school, in sharing an experience at the Jewish Museum of Maryland. The purpose of our trip was for both groups to gain greater insights as to the commonality that both faiths share. Small groups were formed, comprised of members of both schools, and students went on an information scavenger hunt learning from an exhibit that details Jewish influences, relationships, and policies of Pope John Paul II.
The second aspect of the field trip was exploring the Lloyd Street Synagogue to learn about it’s transformation from a Catholic church to a synagogue. Students from both schools participated in a show and tell that described religious ritual artifacts from both faiths, and compared and contrasted their function. Common ground was established and understood by participating members.
The experience accomplished all of its goals, and it was a joy to observe students from both schools interacting, discussing the information from the exhibit, and enjoying the experience together. Cooperation and understanding was the theme for the day.
~Robert Cantor
Social Studies Chair
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