#FamiliesBelongTogether: Update on How to Take Immediate Action
In April 2018, Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced that the federal government would adopt a zero-tolerance policy for unauthorized border crossings, officially instituting practices that separate mi
Canadian Rabbis Urge Suspension of Safe Third Country Agreement
A group of 32 Canadian Rabbis, including many Reform clergy, have signed a petition calling upon the Canadian Government to suspend Canada’s Safe Third Country Agreement with the United States until such time that Canadians can be confident that the United States is in fact a country to
How My Family's Immigrant History Influences My Values Today
What happens when we let unfounded fear of one another obstruct our nation’s heritage of acceptance and of fair treatment under the law?
When It Comes to NFTY, My Children Are So “Board”
The youth leaders in our synagogue captured the interest of our oldest son, and his involvement in the temple youth group and then in NFTY led the way for his siblings.
Creating Successful Tot Shabbats: How We Did It
Tot Shabbat was always part of our synagogue programming, but often ended with kids running laps in the sanctuary. Our clergy team strived for something better.
Preparing for the High Holy Days – and the Election
This post is adapted from a sermon given at Temple Sinai DC on Friday, July 20.
Loving Israel, Even When Israel's Government Doesn't Show Love for Jews Like Me
This is not a eulogy. I have not changed my belief in and love for Israel, nor have I given up hope for its future. Israel will be what we make it and will belong to those who fight for it.
Why We Must be Like Abraham and Speak Truth to Power
It is no secret that social action is a central maxim of Judaism.
Reflections on the Urgency of Environmental Justice
In late June, the U.S. Supreme Court released a series of opinions that were deeply disappointing to many in the social justice community.
On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah - Va-et'chanan
In Parashat Va-et'chanan, Moses prepares Joshua to take on leadership of the Jewish people. So, it’s fitting that this week, Rabbi Jacobs is joined by Rabbi Matt Green, the assistant rabbi at Congregation Beth Elohim in Brooklyn, New York and director of Brooklyn Jews.