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Why Should North American Jews Care About Religious Pluralism in Israel?
I am often asked, does it really make sense to bother about the religious rights of Reform Jews when Israel’s very existence is on the line? Shouldn’t religious questions wait until Israel’s security is assured?
The Shavuot Story for Families
Use this family-friendly telling of the story of Shavuot to help your children understand the history and meanings of the holiday.
5 Tips for Visiting the Sick with Your Kids
Visiting the sick ( bikur cholim) is an important mitzvah (commandment) in Judaism, but preparing kids in advance is crucial.
Resources on the Johnson Amendment
The Johnson Amendment is a federal prohibition on partisan politicking from the pulpit has been in place since 1954, located in section 501(c)(3) of the federal tax code. It establishes that tax-exempt entities may not endorse or oppose candidates or parties for elected office.
Resources on the Johnson Amendment
The Johnson Amendment is a federal prohibition on partisan politicking from the pulpit has been in place since 1954, located in section 501(c)(3) of the federal tax code. It establishes that tax-exempt entities may not endorse or oppose candidates or parties for elected office.
Quiz: How Well Do You Know Jewish-American Trivia?
How much do you know about Jewish American history and culture? In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month, test your knowledge with this fun quiz.
Shabbat: Illuminating Reflections
Try this fun, educational, and reflective Shabbat activity with your family!
Family Activity for Bedtime: Prayer Tents
Try making these mini-prayer tents with your children to help them develop a spiritual bedtime ritual.
Baking Challah is How I "Do Jewish" in a Tangible Way
Challah is one of the ways I “do” Judaism in a tangible way, my attempt at hidur mitzvah (beautifying the fulfillment of the commandment). Personalizing mitzvot is a way all of us can approach and enrich our connections to Judaism.
Wholly Jewish: Noa: The Beauty of Taking Up Space
On the season finale of Wholly Jewish season 2, we are joined by NYU student and college organizer Noa Baron (they/them). Noa shares the personal and Jewish and significance of their name (and their Jewish name-changing ceremony), the importance of deep listening to the queer community, their aspirations as a trans Jewish leader, and the beauty LGBTQ+ Jews bring to the Jewish community.