Reform Movement Mourns the Loss of Terror Victims in Bulgaria
URJ OSRUI Camp Celebrates 60 Years of Reform Jewish Camping
WHAT: 60 Years of Ruach - Concert, Dinner and Celebration at Camp
WHEN: Saturday, July 21, 2012, doors open at 4 pm
WHERE: URJ Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI)
Strong Evidence of the Impact of Reform Movement Youth Programs on Lifelong Jewish Identity
Rabbi Eric Yoffie Calls for Increased Shabbat Observance in Reform Movement
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 15, 2007—Almost 150 years ago the founder of the Reform Movement transformed American Jewry by moving the major Shabbat worship service to Friday night, thus accommodating Jews who had to work on Saturday.
Survey Confirms Trend Toward Reform Embrace of Ritual
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 15—A recent survey of Reform Jews affirms the trends toward a greater observance of Shabbat and the embrace of traditional rituals, with the trend most visible among those who are under 40 and in Jews-by-choice.
Rabbi Eric Yoffie Outlines Agenda for Reform Jews: Health Care, Muslim Dialogue and Increased Shabbat Observance
SAN DIEGO, Dec. 15, 2007—Reform Jews at the largest Jewish convention in North America were urged to return to their homes and become community activists, advocating for universal health care in their state and opening dialogue with Muslims in their communities.
Resilience of the Soul Breaks Ground in Adolescent Mental Health
SAN DIEGO, CA—To help families and congregations offer teens a safe place to mature into adulthood, the Union’s Department of Jewish Family Concerns has published Resilience of the Soul – Developing Emotional and Spiritual Resilience in Adolescents and Their Families, A Resourc
North America Federation of Temple Youth (NFTY) Installs North American Board for 2012-2013 Term
July 3, 2012, New York -- Last month, the North American Federation of Temple Youth installed new North American Board members for the 2012-2013 term during Mechina, a five-day leadersh
Two Largest Jewish Youth Movements Join Together for Historic Inter-Camp Maccabiah Games
Reform Movement Responds to IOC's Underwhelming Gesture for Munich Terror Victims
July 24, 2012, New York -- As the sporting world prepares to focus on the 2012 Olympics in London, governments and heads of state from many countries have appealed to the International Olympic Committee to observe a moment of silence in memory of the 11 Israelis - three weightlifters, two