Clinging to the Blessings of Jewish Education
For the past two years, it has felt like much of what we have valued was sinking and all we could do was watch and grieve. But if we really look back, we realize that there is so much we've learned.
Favorite Jewish Teachings from Leaders of Color
In honor of Shavuot and the Giving of the Torah, I have been spending some time reflecting on some of my favorite teachings from Jewish sacred literature, both those that resonate with me, and those that feel most important or most timely.
The URJ Reflection Project: Go Deeper on “The Spiritual”
As part of the URJ Reflection Project, a new set of offerings and experiences for the High Holidays in a time of social distance, we’ve also developed three short essays that allow you to go deeper into the essence of Jewish wisdom that grounds these rituals.
Our Needs Are a Gift of God
This prayer from Birkot HaShachar, the traditional morning blessings, reminds us to be grateful when we awake for every day.
14 Ways to Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month
May is Jewish American Heritage Month, established by President George W. Bush in 2006. Learn more about the history of the month…then get to work celebrating it!