As Jews, we must stay the path and save lives
We are more than halfway through counting the omer — the period between Pesach and Shavuot. We have emerged from slavery and are well on our way to the liberation of standing at Sinai, affirming our status as a community with shared laws, values, and responsibilities for one another. When we start counting the omer, we know...
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With flags at half-mast, here’s what we have to lift up
May 22, 2020 Dear Friends, Yesterday, Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senator Chuck Schumer asked President Trump to lower the flag to half-mast when the United States soon reaches the tragic landmark of 100,000 who have died of COVID-19. A lowered flag can’t possibly capture the pain of the deaths of more than 100,000 people, or...
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We refuse to despair
Dear friends, Over the last two weeks, we have watched with horror as Russia launched an unprompted and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine, attacking and besieging major cities, resulting in 2 million people fleeing their homes. Many of us worry about family, friends, and acquaintances there. For those of us with roots in the region, the...
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The Socialist Leanings of Smol Emuni
On May 1, join us for a deeper dive into the values animating Smol Emuni.
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Understanding the White House Strategy to Counter Antisemitism
Rabbi Jill Jacobs will be in conversation with Stacy Burdett about the White House strategy for Combatting Antisemitism that was just released Thursday. The discussion will delve into the details and significance of the strategy, what the plan means for Jewish leaders and communities, and what to expect in the months ahead as the strategy...
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Emor: How to Stop the Religious Right from Defining Judaism
Come learn some of that Torah with two leaders of Smol Emuni, Israel's "Faithful Left," and hear about how religious values inspire their activism.
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When rabbis visit the West Bank
Rabbi Lisa Gelber reflects on her trip to the South Hebron Hills this summer with T'ruah.
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An Open Letter From 750 North American Rabbis and Cantors Responding to the Crisis in Israel and Gaza
The safety of Palestinians and Israelis is inextricably linked. By signing this letter, we publicly recommit to the long, hard work of bringing about a better future for everyone in the region.
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