A URJ Update on Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts
We are reaching out to all Reform-affiliated congregations in the affected area to provide assistance as appropriate.
Jewish Genetic Diseases: Thoughts from a Bubbie
Our life changed the day our grandson Sam was diagnosed with familial dysautonomia.
7 Ways to Support Israel and Strengthen Reform Judaism in the Jewish State
Here are seven ways North American Jews can show support and love for Israel – even if they cannot vote in Israeli elections.
5 Jewish Ways to Help After Hurricane Harvey
Recovery for a storm of this magnitude will take months, if not years. We are working hard to provide resources to affected families, and we encourage you to do the same.
The Burdens That Raise Us Up
Focal Point
But to the Kohathites he [Moses] did not give any [gifts]; since theirs was the service of the [most] sacred objects, their porterage was by shoulder. (Numbers 7:9)
D'var Torah
What's in a (Jewish) Name?
Our family rejected one name’s legacy of slavery for another’s possible intimation of anti-Semitism. It was a small, quiet act of brit olam, our vision for a world filled with justice and compassion.
Wholly Jewish: Max Antman: The Queerness and Politics of Torah
The Shabbat Spice: Why Friday Night Dinner Tastes So Much Better
One day, my daughter walked into the house after attending preschool.
“What’s wrong?” she asked incredulously.
“Why?” I responded, “Is something wrong?”
“Well,” my very bright 3-year-old answered, “the house smells like Shabbat and I know that today is not Shabbat.”