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Abraham: God’s Choice as Covenantal Partner
In chapter 12 of Genesis, when we meet Abram, who later in the portion becomes Abraham –God has tried three times to encourage human beings to create a just, caring, and compassionate society on earth. From the time of creation, such a community has been God’s highest goal.
Nobody’s Perfect: The Challenge of Seeing the Sacred around Us
The Ba’al Shem Tov said: There are two ways to serve God. One is to separate yourself from people and from the world’s affairs, and to devote yourself wholly to a study of religious books. This is the safe way.
How to Organize a Hanukkah Bazaar
Hanukkah, which begin at sundown on December 6th, seems far off – but it isn’t too early for your congregation, sisterhood, or brotherhood to start planning a Hanukkah fundraiser.
Small but Mighty
“When you grow up, you’ll understand.” Have you heard this sentiment recited to young people by parents, and perhaps teachers who didn’t know the answer to a probing question, or were simply hesitant to approach it? It framed generations, in a way. Set boundaries. But in a time when we have just recently witnessed a 17-year-old becoming the youngest Nobel Peace Prize Laureate to date – I’d say the sentiment has expired.
Emerging Reform Summer Camp Affirms the Jewish Future in France
The terrorist attacks in Paris last January suggested to some French Jews that they try to find a safer haven elsewhere.
Moving Our Future Forward at Biennial 2015
The Reform Movement’s Biennial gathering is a prime opportunity to advance your community’s youth engagement work. Join colleagues, lay partners, and – for the first time, more than a hundred teen leaders as part of a High School Cohort – for immersive learning, networking, and celebration. Whether you’re a first-timer looking to experience a taste of everything, or a returning attendee looking for a fresh perspective on a familiar topic, the following are three unique highlights to look forward to.
Are Tradition and Change Opposites?
Many Jews claim to speak in the name of tradition, but nobody knows the true meaning of Jewish tradition.
Four Important Reasons Reform Jewish Leaders Should Attend the Biennial
With the High Holiday season behind us, I hope that every service and event was meaningful and beautiful for you and your entire congregational family.
What Rainbows Teach Us About Humanity
I do not remember many specific lessons from my elementary school experience, but the mnemonic devices we were taught have stuck with me.