Introduction to Judaism

Introduction to Judaism is an engaging multi-session course for anyone interested in exploring Jewish life through a Reform lens.

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Introduction to Judaism

Accessing a New Kind of Jewish Community Through Introduction to Judaism Online

Rabbi Ellen Nemhauser

May 11, 2021

Three years before the COVID-19 pandemic response sheltered millions of people at home and drove us to do all things virtual, the URJ was crafting online communities of learners as they journeyed together through our 21 sessions of Introduction to Judaism Online.

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Intro to Congregational Life

3 Judaism Classes to Try in 2021

Kate Bigam Kaput

December 30, 2020

If one of your Jewishly themed New Year's resolutions is to delve deeper into your Judaism, consider signing up for one of the Reform Jewish Movement's classes.

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Jewish Values

Alliance, Resilience, and Repairing a Broken World: Lessons from a Jewish Sitcom Star

Barrett Clemmensen Powell

September 10, 2020

One person can change your life forever. For me, this person was Robert Clary, an entertainer and author who rose to fame after starring as Corporal Louis LeBeau on the classic sitcom Hogan’s Heroes.

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Arts and Culture

Finding the Beating Heart of Judaism: An Interview with Sarah Hurwitz

Aron Hirt-Manheimer

September 25, 2019

ReformJudaism.org caught up with Sarah Hurwitz, a former White House speechwriter, first for President Barack Obama and then for First Lady Michelle Obama.

Jewish Learning

Judaism Classes

Learn about Jewish spirituality, ethics, practice, and community through our engaging classes. URJ and Reform congregations provide classes to help you explore Judaism.