Conversion

What is Reform Judaism?

Throughout history, the Jewish people have remained firmly rooted in Jewish tradition, but since its earliest days, Reform Judaism has asserted that a Judaism frozen in time cannot coexist effectively with those who live in modern times. Reform Judaism affirms the central tenets of Judaism — God, Torah, and Israel — while acknowledging the diversity of Reform Jewish beliefs and practices.

Conversion

6 Tips for Choosing a Jewish Name During Your Conversion

C.E. Harrison

A perk of becoming Jewish as an adult is choosing your own Jewish name. To some people, the idea of taking on an additional name sounds exciting and fun! To others, it may seem daunting. For still others, it may be a little of both.

Hiker standing at the top of a mountain facing a sunset

Shabbat

Parashat D’varim: Escaping my Comfort Zone

C.E. Harrison

August 6, 2019

Eventually, I felt as if The Holy Blessed One had nudged me out of my rest, telling me that I’d stayed there long enough: that my destiny as a Jew awaited me.

Selective focus with a colorful box of crayons in the foreground and a small child coloring in the background

Conversion

How My Hispanic-Filipino and Jewish Identities Come Together through Teaching

Anjelica Ruiz

June 4, 2019

As someone who is half-Filipino and half-Hispanic and grew up in a diverse Dallas, TX, neighborhood, I never gave much thought to the politics of skin color and how that affected me – at least not until I entered the Jewish community.

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Shabbat

My Very First Shabbat: Looking Back

C.E. Harrison

May 23, 2019

Malachi’s parents regale me with what they most enjoy about being Jews: the gift of Shabbat, the beauty of interweaving music, study, and prayer, and the devotion to God through devotion to others.