What Is Jewish About Japan?
My family and I recently spent time backpacking through Japan. Witnessing people at their holy sites, we were struck by how familiar their customs were to us as Jews.
On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah - Vayishlach: Healing a Negative Relationship
Have you ever dreaded seeing a friend or family member that you don’t get along with, only to end up having a positive experience? After twenty years away from home, Jacob dreads his reunion with Esau, but our text teaches the two end up embracing and healing their tumultuous relationship.
The Promised Wall in the Promised Land: Updates from Israel
Last Year’s Blockbusters Are This Year’s Blueprints for Change
As we return from the Hanukkah, Christmas, and New Year's break, we have a natural opportunity to reflect on what was, celebrate all that is, and dream about what will be. This year's holiday "break" for my family was a staycation. One of the many benefits of staying put, other than the obvious benefit of not having to travel, is having the time to do simple things like watching several of the great feature films that are currently playing in movie theaters. We chose to see "Lion," "Manchester By the Sea," and "Jackie." Each had a unique story to tell, but all three shared a common thread expressing the importance of family and relationships and illuminating how each person can make a difference in the world.
We Will Not Let Hitler's Legacy Rise Again
If you won't stand for Hitler's legacy to rise again, then I ask you: When hate is screeched from the airwaves, you must stand on higher mountains and call out words of love and affirmation.
Youth Professional Development 101: About Us
Reform Movement Statement on the Mass Shooting at the Islamic Cultural Center of Quebec
For Immediate Release
January 30, 2017
Contact: Graham Roth or Max Rosenblum
202.387.2800 | news@rac.org
Reform Jewish Leader Denounces Misguided Border Wall Plan
For Immediate Release
January 25, 2017
Contact: Max Rosenblum or Graham Roth
202.387.2800 | news@rac.org
Meet the Jewish Members of President Trump's New Administration
Here is a look at the president's Jewish advisers who will be helping to shape U.S. policy for the next four years.
Now Is the Time to Step Forward to Protect Reproductive Rights
With the 44th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade decision approaching, let’s turn to a page in history that led to legal abortion.