What It Means to Be Religious Zionists
As religious Zionists, Israel’s Reform leaders continually reinvent an Israeli Judaism that is authentic, inclusive, and ever-adapting to our evolving religious civilization.
Lighting the Way to a Strong and Inspiring Israel
Reform Judaism has a window of opportunity among Israelis who now see how progressive forms of Judaism can shape the future of the State of Israel.
My Life in Israel Today: Faith, Vision, and Reality
Even before I made aliyah, I celebrated Yom HaAtzmaut (Israeli Independence Day) with my community, members of a small Reform congregation in Kerch, Crimea.
In Israel’s 70th Year, We’re Doubling Down in the Fight for Justice
In Israel's 70th year, few, especially in the progressive camp, are expecting a jubilee-type liberation – but we must redouble our efforts to promote a just Israel.
Bearing Witness Today: Delayed Grief and Yom HaZikaron
3 Questions to Ask on Israel Independence Day
All discourse around Israel can be boiled down to three questions that can help us frame our approach to the country as we celebrate its independence.
Mourning and Joy: The Bookends of Israel's History
“Those who sow in tears, shall reap in joy.” Whoever wrote these words knew the depth of our collective mourning is matched only by the height of our collective joy.
What Would Isaiah Say About Israel's Efforts to Make Peace?
After 70 years, the path to peace in Israel is as troubled as ever. Yet, peace may not be as elusive as we might think. Sometimes it comes from the most unlikely places.
"We Were Like Dreamers..." On Israel's 70th Birthday, Reflecting Back and Looking Ahead
Seventy years have gone by since the great miracle of the establishment of the State of Israel, and we are called upon to learn how to sow and reap at the same time.
My Year in Israel: Pain, Possibility, and So Much More
I call Israel the land of a thousand emotions because, regardless of the day, the country always evokes a kaleidoscope of feelings in me.