Seeing Through the Darkness: Inside Charlottesville’s Synagogue One Week Later
May we continue to be inspired by Congregation Beth Israel to turn darkness into light, to turn fear into resolve, to turn xenophobia into acceptance, and to turn hatred into hope.
4 Jewish Ways to Take Part in #GivingTuesday
This #GivingTuesday, give back in one or more ways that are meaningful to you.
How a Suburban Synagogue is Creating Community by Hosting Events with a Big-City Vibe
How do you lead a congregation and create cohesive community when your synagogue exists between two distinct communities? That was one of the challenges facing Oak Park Temple, which sits between the west Chicago suburbs and the northwest part of Chicago in the suburb of Oak Park, where more young families are increasingly relocating
In Charlottesville, the Local Jewish Community Presses On
After the nation moves on, we will be left to pick up the pieces. Fortunately, this is a very strong and capable Jewish community, blessed to be led by incredible rabbis.
Teach (and Practice) a New Jewish Value Each Night of Hanukkah
Tu Bi'Shvat: Policy for Our Planet
The night of January 30 and day of January 31 mark the 15th of the Hebrew month of Sh’vat, or Tu BiSh'vat.
What You Need to Know about Reform Jewish Summer Camp
On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah: It Only Takes One - Parashat Va-et'chanan
How Social Justice Work Blossoms in One Congregation
When the Union for Reform Judaism offered a community of practice called “Bringing Justice to the Center,” it was an entree into social justice work for our congregation.