Why Women’s Groups are Good for Synagogues
Teaching a recent cooking class in my congregation reminded me that even in the 21st century, there’s something unique, warm, and special about a synagogue women’s group.
You Shall Not Oppress a Stranger
This week, I reflected deeply on these verses and this portion’s emphasis on establishing a just society. I participated in a rally at Congressman Leonard Lance’s Westfield office to support the passage of the Dream Act.. DREAMers are people who were brought to the United States as children and until the Delayed Action for Childhood Arrivals or DACA was established 6 years ago, they were not able to work, go to college or get driver’s licenses. This policy helped them pursue their dreams and contribute to our society. As we know, DACA is set to expire on March 5. This means that these DREAMers may be deported.
This Successful Model for Inclusion Support Benefits Everyone Involved
Synagogue professional need to find ways to communicate to our families that we will provide the resources to ensure their children get a Jewish education.
A Texas Synagogue's Response to the Ongoing Immigration Debate
Here in Austin, Texas, issues of immigration often take center stage in our everyday lives. Austin is known as a “Sanctuary City” – a label given to cities that prioritize local law enforcement over federal immigration enforcement, even while complying with federal laws. Austin’s UT c
On Equal Pay Day: Building a Community on a Foundation of Justice
On this Equal Pay Day, there is much to be done to bring justice to working women, including those who are employed within the Jewish community.
Applying the Lessons of the Exodus to Community Organizing
As we prepare for Passover, it’s worth thinking about the story that underpins all our festive rejoicing.
Ask Four Questions on Racial Justice this Passover
One of my favorite parts of my family’s Passover seder (aside from the food) are all the questions that are asked throughout the night.
This April, Stand Up for Second Chances
In the United States today, 2.3 million people are incarcerated and more than 20 times that number – 65 million Americans – have a criminal record.
Arguing With Ourselves: The Freedom to Reclaim the Mountain
Freedom is the frame through which Aretha Franklin’s “Think,” is remembered, just as freedom is the lens through which we see our past.
Honoring Jewish Rescuers this Holocaust Remembrance Day
More than a half century after the Holocaust, it is surely time that we acknowledge that saving one’s own is worthy of recognition and praise. Jews everywhere ought to take pride in these heroes of their own people.