URJ Leader: “We call for the immediate release of Lara Alqasem”
Union for Reform Judaism Increases Commitment to Israel and Zionism, Strengthening Israel Education, Engagement, and Activism
The Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) announces the next evolutionary step in deepening its support for Zionism and love for Israel as core beliefs and central tenets of North American Reform Jewish life.
Statement Of Union For Reform Judaism President Rabbi Rick Jacobs Responding To Shooting At Tree Of Life Congregation In Pittsburgh
URJ President: "Just Solution" For Those Seeking Asylum In Israel
Rabbi Rick Jacobs: "We applaud all those who demonstrated and raised their voices to promote a just solution for those seeking asylum in Israel."
URJ President Rabbi Rick Jacobs: “Escalation On Gazan Border Is Tragic And Dangerous”
Rabbi Rick Jacobs, President of the Union for Reform Judaism, issued the statement below in response to recent violence in Gaza: The ongoing escalation on the Gazan border is tragic and dangerous for both Israelis and Palestinians.
Joint Reform Jewish Movement Statement On The 70th Anniversary Of The Establishment Of The State Of Israel
We join with our Israeli brothers and sisters, the worldwide family of the Jewish people, and friends of Israel everywhere, to mark with joy the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel.
Religious Bigotry Behind Violence in Nigerian Church Bombings
Rabbi Saperstein: "The bombings are a grim reminder that religious intolerance remains a threat to peace and security around the world."
Reform Movement Supports Vital EPA Mercury Rule
Rabbi Saperstein: "As heirs to a tradition of stewardship that teaches us to be partners in the ongoing pursuit of tikkun olam, or repairing the world, it is our sacred duty as Jews to care for the environment that sustains us.
Reform Movement Expresses Concern Over Lowe's Pulled Ad Campaign
Rabbi Saperstein: "We hope you will make clear your commitment to religious liberty in the context of this matter by reconsidering your decision to pull advertising in the face of anti-Muslim sentiments and establish clear policies related to your advertising prac
No Justification for Gender Discrimination In Israel
Rabbi Saperstein: "For anyone to be discriminated against on the basis of one's gender, or to excuse discrimination based on one's interpretation of a religion's law is unacceptable."