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Purim: A Story of Crime and Excessive Punishment
Over the past several years, the RAC has used Purim as a time of reflection on the broken state of our criminal justice system and on the urgent need for reform. Previous Legislative Assistants have written insightfully about the execution of Haman at the end of the Purim story in the context of the modern day death penalty, and about the intersections of reproductive justice and criminal justice drawing from the inspiration of Esther’s courageous actions to save the Jewish people.
Learn about Gun Violence Prevention with the RAC
Gun Violence Prevention Active Learning Network The RAC is very excited to announce a new opportunity for individuals and congregations to engage around the issue of gun violence called an Active Learning Network (ALN).
Social Action Family Activity: Creating Blessing Bags
Try this family's unique way of engaging children in tikkun olam by helping the homeless.
9 Tips for Making the Ultimate Baked Latkes
Follow these nine tips to make Katie Simmons’ gluten-free, vegan baked latkes.
Recipes for a Festive Hanukkah
We've got traditional and original recipes to make your Hanukkah meals fun, fabulous, and perhaps best of all, fried.
Hanukkah Crossword Puzzle
Download and print out this crossword puzzle for a fun Hanukkah family activity.
Five Ways to Approach Family Conversations around Hanukkah and Christmas
How can you create a meaningful, memorable and joyous holiday season in a household where one partner is Jewish, one is Christian, or both were raised with different traditions? How can you create an honest dialogue that allows you both to share your feelings and work together to create your own family traditions?
How to Support a Friend Who's Converting to Judaism
Treating others in our communities with audacious hospitality is equally important to both Jews and those interested in becoming Jews. If someone you know is taking the leap to embrace a Jewish life, they will need genuine love and support.
2018-2019 JewV'Nation Fellowship Alumni
From November 2018 – July 2019, these fellows participated in cutting-edge seminars focusing on identity enrichment, professional and leadership development, Jewish learning, movement-building, mentorship, risk-taking, and project work.
Blessings and Customs for Shabbat
Learn about the customs of the Shabbat table, and the meanings behind them.