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L'hitraot, for Now...

After four years of bringing you a new episode nearly every week, this podcast is taking a little break. Listen to this episode to learn more about our hiatus and where to find us in the meantime.

The Antidote to Kvetching

Most of us today aren't tasked with wandering through the desert, like the ancient Israelites were... but we still find plenty to kvetch about! What if, instead of focusing on small annoyances, we turned to community-building and togetherness? This episode first aired in May 2018.

URJ Youth

What’s in My Bag: Eikev Edition

What’s in My Bag: Eikev Edition

Rabbi Arielle Stein
jemerman
Learn about the Seven Species of Israel and their combined symbolism.

The Eternal W.I.P.

The Eternal W.I.P.

Rabbi Arielle Stein
jemerman
Did you know that works in progress are valued in Jewish tradition?

On the Other Hand

URJ Statement on Mayor Mamdani’s Comments About Prime Minister Netanyahu

URJ President Rabbi Rick Jacobs issued a statement in response to Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s recent comments regarding Israel and Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Letter to Members of Congress Regarding the Amendment to Eliminate U.S. Aid to Israel

This letter was sent to Members of Congress from Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner urging lawmakers to oppose an amendment that would eliminate U.S. aid to Israel, damaging both U.S. interests in the Middle East as well as Israel’s long-term security.

RJ Blog Social Justice

Late Diagnosis: A New Language for an Old Story

Late Diagnosis: A New Language for an Old Story jemerman

Living with Disabilities
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How my autism diagnosis at 63 inspired me to write my first novel.

How a Mensch Inspired My Mensch-in-the-Making

How a Mensch Inspired My Mensch-in-the-Making jemerman

Parenting
Phil Rosenthal
"My family learned firsthand that Phil Rosenthal is more than a celebrity; he's a mensch."

RJ Blog Jewish Life

Searching for Safety At College

Searching for Safety At College jemerman

Antisemitism
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A mother describes searching for a college that will stand up for her daughter's intersecting Jewish and transgender identities.

Six Ways Teens Can Get Involved This Summer

Six Ways Teens Can Get Involved This Summer jemerman

Social Justice
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Beat summer boredom and build your leadership skills while pursuing justice.

RJ Blog Practice

Introduction to Judaism Online Classes

Introduction to Judaism Online Classes urjadmin

Class Meeting Time:
Classes are offered on Sunday mornings and evenings, and weeknights.
Number of Sessions:
20 Sessions
Introduction to Judaism online is a live weekly video conference class where students join classmates for an engaging 20-session course. The program is suitable for adults who wish to gain a deeper understanding of Jewish life through a Reform lens.

What’s in My Bag: Eikev Edition

What’s in My Bag: Eikev Edition

Rabbi Arielle Stein
jemerman
Learn about the Seven Species of Israel and their combined symbolism.

RJ Blog Learning

18 Dairy and Dairy-Free Delights for Shavuot

18 Dairy and Dairy-Free Delights for Shavuot jemerman

Recipes
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Shavuot means it's time for kugels, blintzes, and more! Whether you can't wait to try a new cheese-filled recipe or sink your teeth into a dairy-free delight, we have you covered.

Choosing to Stand at Sinai

Choosing to Stand at Sinai jemerman

Shavuot
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We asked some Jews by choice about their conversion journeys. Here are some of their responses.

RJ Blog Jewish Holidays

Sending My Son to Camp Taught Me What Statistics Couldn’t

Sending My Son to Camp Taught Me What Statistics Couldn’t jemerman

URJ Olin Sang Ruby Union Institute (OSRUI)
Photo of Dana Stein, URJ public relations manager, and her husband and son, holding a sign that says "Welcome Home"
At URJ OSRUI Camp, Israeli counselors helped my son understand Israel beyond the headlines.

Connecting Hearts and Minds Across Continents

Connecting Hearts and Minds Across Continents jemerman

Israel
Photo of a group of kids at a Simchat Torah consecration at Temple Sinai in Pittsburg
Partnerships between North American Reform congregations and Israeli Reform communities have become one of the most powerful expressions of contemporary Jewish peoplehood.

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Parenting

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