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.
How and Why I Sit with the Deceased Before Burial
Since 2011, I’ve been part of a group that ensures that the bodies of the deceased in our community are properly prepared for burial according to Jewish tradition.
A Prayer Against Detaining Children
This prayer addresses the detention of children at the U.S. border and the tragic deaths of innocents there and in the custody of the federal government.
How and Why We Must Advocate for a Just Immigration System
The mass raids planned for this weekend in immigrant communities are heartbreaking, heartless, immoral, and bad public policy.
How My Judaism Inspires My Social Justice Endeavors
As I enter a new phase of life as a retired person, I have a wonderful opportunity to volunteer for causes at the intersection of Judaism and social justice.
Helping Our Congregations Prepare for Tropical Storm Barry
As we watch the predictions and follow preparations for Tropical Storm Barry, the URJ stands ready to assist congregations before, during, and after this expected storm.
8 Books for the Lazy Days of Summer
Here’s a round-up of some of ReformJudaism.org’s recent book reviews. One of these books might be just the thing for your next summer read.
5 Things You Should Know About the WZC Elections
Learn why the upcoming World Zionist Congress (WZC) elections are critically important to the Reform Movement – in North America, in Israel, and around the world.
Reform rabbis across the country condemn ICE raids
Letters by Reform rabbis in Baltimore, Chicago and Miami condemning planned ICE raids in those cities were published Friday and over the weekend.