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Rationale
Depth and meaning in Jewish learning is necessary to reduce the staggering rates of post-b’nei mitzvah dropout. We believe that a root cause of these challenges is the perception that b’nei mitzvah celebrations are like graduation ceremonies.
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Teaching Children about Asking Forgiveness (Slicha)
Spilled cereal? “Sorry!” Broken bongos? “Oops!” Overturned plant? “Sorry!” Stolen comic book? Accusations fly and tears fall as the cloud playhouse and Plony home confront the chaos of careless apologies and misplaced blame. A laser beam trap and giant basketball magically help Rafi and Ben learn that sometimes just saying sorry isn’t enough.
On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah - T'rumah: The Right Ways to Give
In Parashat T'rumah, God asks the Israelites for gifts and there are so many different ways and reasons that people give - but is there a best way?
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An Adult Look at the Less-Than-Savory Truths of Purim
There’s also a dark side to the Purim story, and I think it’s time we let the grownups in on some truths.
The Purim-Spiel: A Wild and Crazy Tradition
Once a year, on Purim, Jews have a license to deviate from the rules and norms, easing the pressures of living as a minority determined to keep alive our religious traditions.
Pay Equity Press Releases
Paycheck Fairness Vote a Positive Step Toward Full Equality Supreme Court Rules Against Female Wal-Mart Employees
Quiz: Is This Kosher for Passover?
How much do you know about Passover dietary customs? Take this quiz to find out, and share the results with your friends!