6 Great Jewish Reads for the Fourth of July
Here’s some of our favorite Jewish content from Independence Days past, all from the archives of ReformJudaism.org and all still worth the read.
How to Make Our Voices Heard? Partner with the Reform Movement in Israel
My most recent trip to Israel highlighted the varied experiences of the Israeli Reform Movement, which offers a growing number of Israelis a Jewish way of life other than Orthodoxy.
Helping Teens Understand Where They Fit in the Jewish Story
NFTY in Israel teens ask one basic question: How did Jews stay together over so much time? Retracing our history helps them find the glue that connects them to the story.
Let Me Clarify: I’m Not a Rabbi!
I am not a rabbi, but some people think I am, in fact, a rabbi – specifically, the rabbi of the synagogue where I am a member, a volunteer lay leader, and a teacher.
Mourning the Death of Devra Freelander, z”l
The entire URJ family mourns with the Frishmans and Freelanders on the tragic and untimely death of their daughter, Devra Freelander, on Monday, July 1.
Returning to the People and Places That Truly Matter to Us
Although my wife and I relocated to southern California three years ago, we left many friends at our “former synagogue,” although I do not like referring to it that way.
5 Ways to Help Undocumented Immigrants
It 's easy to feel helpless in the face of the Trump administration's accelerating crackdown on undocumented immigrants - but inaction is not an option.
Why We Must Act to End Internment of the Uyghur Community
Millions of Uyghur Muslims have been arrested or detained in China because of their religion and they are under constant watch.
How to Take the First Steps into the Real Work of Inclusion
As tzitzit remind us to fulfill God’s commandments, they also must prompt us to display signs of welcome and love, demonstrating people can be themselves in our space.
Why Sacred Partnerships in Education Matter
Learn how lay and professional education leaders can connect, achieve goals, demonstrate Jewish values, and inspire their community to work toward a shared vision.