Four Important Reasons Reform Jewish Leaders Should Attend the Biennial
With the High Holiday season behind us, I hope that every service and event was meaningful and beautiful for you and your entire congregational family.
Small but Mighty
“When you grow up, you’ll understand.” Have you heard this sentiment recited to young people by parents, and perhaps teachers who didn’t know the answer to a probing question, or were simply hesitant to approach it? It framed generations, in a way. Set boundaries. But in a time when we have just recently witnessed a 17-year-old becoming the youngest Nobel Peace Prize Laureate to date – I’d say the sentiment has expired.
Together to End Racial Profiling
How often does your rabbi say in his or her High Holy Day sermon, “Take out your phones and make a call?” Over the holiday season, that’s exactly what rabbis across California did. Governor Brown heard those calls, and he responded with a clear step forward for racial justice.&n
Which Intensive Programming Tracks Will You Choose at the URJ Biennial?
Whether you’re a URJ Biennial veteran or this will be your first time attending, we can’t wait to see you in Orlando this November!
How Doctors are Building Bridges Between Israel's Jews and Arabs
On the outskirts of the coastal city of Nahariya, Israel, stands the Medical Center of the Galilee. Its 420 doctors and 2200 staff members treat 400 emergency room patients daily, and 60,000 in-patients annually.
The Torah of Voting - Even When Election Day Falls on a Jewish Holiday
This year, Canada’s federal election will take place on October 21, at the same time as the holidays of Sh’mini Atzeret and Simchat Torah.
Announcing the Recipients of the 2019 Irving J. Fain Social Justice Award
The Commission on Social Action of Reform Judaism (CSA) is proud to present the Irving J. Fain Social Justice Award, in recognition of congregations leading excellent and impactful social justice programming and initiatives.
Palestinian Doctors, Israeli Hospitals, and Bridge-Building for Peace
Project Rozana trains Palestinian health professionals in Israeli hospitals to enhance their capacity to deliver needed health care in the Palestinian territories.
Reimagining Simchat Torah so Our Rejoicing Lasts All Year
The truth is Simchat Torah is not my favorite holiday.
There. I said it.