House Committee on Un-American Activities
Reform Judaism has long recognized the need for constant vigil against those external forces which undermine our democracy and subvert American liberties. Equally clear is our condemnation of those internal forces which, in the name of patriotism, whip up hysteria, permit irresponsible a
How Legos Turned Into a New Jewish Tradition for My Family
I consider myself a dedicated yet anxious Jewish mom. I’m dedicated because I would like my children to have a Jewish upbringing that connects them to our collective stories, history, and values – and I’m anxious because I’m never quite sure whether I’m accomplishing that goal.
Jewish Family Rituals
Background
Abuse in the Family
Adopted by the Board of Trustees
May 1992
Minneapolis, MN
Hanukkah Gift Tree: A Family Craft Project
Abortion
53rd General Assembly
November 1975
Dallas Texas
Eileh Ezkerah: These I Will Remember
The Eileh Ezkerah with which most Reform Jews are currently familiar does not bring to mind familiar melodies. While thematically, Eileh Ezkerah fits well with Yom Kippur, it does not hark to the sounds of the High Holy Day melodies we typically quote.
Jewish Pluralism
We note with satisfaction the resolution adopted by the 29th World Zionist Congress endorsing the principle of Jewish pluralism and calling upon the State of Israel "to put into practice the principle of assuring full rights, including equal recognition, for all rabbis and equal assistan
The Unfinished Outreach Revolution
SUBMITTED BY THE PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE COMMITTEE
HOUSTON, 2005
BACKGROUND
What happens on each night of Hanukkah?
Two blessings are chanted or recited every night of Hanukkah. The first is a blessing over the candles themselves. The second blessing expresses thanks for the miracle of deliverance. A third blessing—the Shehecheyanu prayer, marking all joyous occasions in Jewish life—is chanted or recited only on the first night.