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This first time event; A Tapestry of the Crypto-Jewish Experience RGV seeks to unite these two peoples who share a common heritage by exploring the common historic, linguistic, and cultural roots.
The mission of the CFHJR is to educate the Hispanic and Jewish Communities about their shared history and lineage in order to facilitate a better understanding of the past build bridges in the present, and provide a better future for all who are part of this legacy.
The event will be held on Columbus Day. Monday, October 13, 2014 at the Brownsville Event Center located at 1 Event Center in Brownsville, Texas. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. A catered lunch will be served. The symposium will conclude at 3:00 p.m. Admission is $30 adults. Luncheon with Bishop Daniel Flores, Jacob Monty and Ambassador Shlomo scheduled from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Admission to event with no lunch included is $15 per person.
Symposium speakers will include Center Director Dr. Peter Tarlow presenting “Insights into Crypto-Jewish Communities: The Texas and Latin American Experience.” Houston Attorney Jacob Monty presenting “The importance of Hispanic – Jewish Relations from the Perspective of a Successful Hispanic professional.” The center is honored to have the presence of special guests Bishop Daniel Flores, and Consul General of Israel Ambassador Meir Shlomo and Rabbi Kogan.
Many of the symposium’s goals come directly from the inspiration of Pope Francis who is working tirelessly not only to heal past wounds, but as the first Hispanic Pope to bring people from the Hispanic and Jewish Communities together. It is important to learn about our genealogical ties, but it is even more important to help each other in the present. Plan to attend this important event.
To find out more about the Center for Hispanic – Jewish Relations visit www.hispanicjews.com
The event is being sponsored by the Brownsville Convention & Visitors Bureau and LaVidaValle.com
