Crystal Hill

Crystal Hill (she/her/hers) is a copy writer/editor for the Union for Reform Judaism. She holds an M.A. in Rhetoric, Composition, and Literature from Northern Illinois University, with a Certificate of Graduate Study in Professional Writing. She lives with her husband, son, and cat in the Greater Chicagoland Area.
Prepping for Passover: A Resource Roundup for a Satisfying Seder
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Passover is soon approaching! Below are some of our favorite Passover resources, selected to help your seder preparations go more smoothly.
Celebrating 150 Years of Harmony in Denver
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Established in 1874, Denver's Temple Emanuel is celebrating 150 years of heritage, harmony, and home in 2024. The congregation holds the distinctions of being the largest and oldest Jewish community in the Rocky Mountain region.
Celebrating 275 Years of Community with Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim
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Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim (KKBE) is celebrating its 275th anniversary in 2024. Established in Charleston, South Carolina in 1749, KKBE's synagogue is the second oldest synagogue building in the United States and the oldest in continuous use.
Honoring the Past, Looking to the Future: A Recap of the URJ’s 150th Anniversary Celebration
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In December 2023, nearly 1,000 leaders gathered in Washington, D.C. to honor the URJ's 150 th anniversary, reflect on our Movement's inspiring history in North America, and recommit to our mission.
Digital Resources for a Sweet 5784
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Before we know it, Rosh HaShanah, Yom Kippur, and Sukkot will be upon us in rapid succession, signaling the beginning of the new year and the start of planning for upcoming programs. Here are a few resources to help you reflect and create meaningful experiences for your congregation as you celebrate the High Holidays and move into 5784.