Shimon Peres on the Futility of War
After the recent passing of Israeli President Shimon Peres, z"l, I'm remembering the time I sat down with him in a Manhattan midtown hotel in 1994 at the beginning of the Oslo process to discuss the peace process.
What Is It About Israel?
It was a straightforward question, spoken in a tone that was casual but knowing: “Did it change you?” he asked us.
URJ in the News: Reverend, Rabbi Discuss Role of Faith in Activism
On Thursday, Reverend Hurmon Hamilton and Rabbi Jonah Pesner led a conversation in the Whitney Humanities Center about how people of faith can come together to advocate for justice.
It's a Leap Year! What's the Jewish Significance?
This year is a leap year, and February 29th is Shabbat. What does a leap year look like on the Jewish calendar?
Coronavirus: A Prayer for Medical Scientists
This is a prayer is for the wisdom and skills of medical scientists, researchers, and public health officials around the world fighting the novel coronavirus.
An Urgent Update from Israel: We Need Your Help
The election for the 2020 World Zionist Congress is open for another two weeks, and a strong showing by the “Vote Reform” slate is critical.
RAC-TX successfully lobbies for Houston immigrant legal defense fund
On February 25, the Harris County Commissioners voted to create a taxpayer-funded legal defense program for immigrants facing deportation in the Houston metro
In Jerusalem, Tu BiShvat Offers a Welcome Respite from Winter
Coming a month and a half before the spring equinox and two months before Passover, Tu BiShvat provides a glimmer of springtime at a time when winter can often be at its cruelest.
Moses’ Song of the Sea: Singing for My Mother
My mother died on Shabbat Shirah, the Sabbath when Moses and the children of Israel sang while Miriam the Prophet led everyone in dance after crossing the sea to freedom.
5 Jewish Stories to Enjoy on "Tell a Fairy Tale Day"
February 26 is Tell a Fairy Tale Day, and March 20 is Tell a Story Day – both perfect times to start listening to this storytelling podcast, or to re-listen to our top five episodes. Give them a listen, and don’t forget to tune in each week