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Urgency of Now Initiative
In 2017, the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism launched the Urgency of Now Initiative on behalf of the Reform Jewish Movement Developing a strong network of active and empowered congregations is imperative to the sacred work of תקון עולם (tikkun olam), repairing the world.
“Interfaith” and Beyond
When it comes to partnerships in which one person is Jewish and the other is not, there are lots of descriptors, and lots of terms you might hear used to refer to your family. We asked five couples to tell us how they describe themselves and their families' religious identity - and why.
RAC-NY launches Climate Covenant: A RAC-NY Campaign to Combat Climate Change
RAC-NY Launches a New Kind of Multi-year Campaign to Combat Climate Change RAC-NY is set to launch Climate Covenant: A RAC-NY Campaign to Combat Climate Change with Zoom gatherings on Tuesday, March 22, 7 -8:15 pm and Wednesday, March 23, 12 -1:15 pm.
Union for Reform Judaism Youth Protection Policies and Procedures
Protecting children and youth from abuse is a duty that all of us share. It takes a community to protect our youth, and Union for Reform Judaism (URJ) recognizes the importance of including the entire community in this important duty.
Are You Registered to Vote?
The Every Voice, Every Vote campaign is made possible in part by the Leo and Libby Nevas Foundation.
Jewish Views on Bioethics
Science and Reform Judaism are not at odds. Although some people of faith have been – and, in some cases, continue to be – suspicious of science, Reform Judaism encourages scientific and medical advances.
What to Expect at a Baby Naming
Jewish babies are given Hebrew names shortly after they are born. Usually, a brief ceremony is performed, which often includes family members of the new baby.
What to Expect at a Jewish Funeral
Jewish tradition teaches that human beings are created in the image of God (Genesis 1:26). This is the underpinning of all of the rituals and customs that make up a Jewish funeral.
Jewish Views on Economic Justice
The Torah does not just command us to give to the poor but to advocate on their behalf. We are told in Proverbs 31:9 to “speak up, judge righteously, champion the poor and the needy.”
Ask Tina: What is a Pogach?
Q: I have a memory of my aunt bringing an individual serving of a dome-shaped pastry from a Bronx, New York bakery when she came to visit. It had a buttery taste and could be toasted in a toaster oven. My aunt's family is from the Ukraine, but I think the pastry may have Rumanian roots.