Rabbi Josh Weinberg

Rabbi Josh Weinberg

Rabbi Josh Weinberg (he/him) serves as the vice president for Israel and Reform Zionism for the Union for Reform Judaism, and as the president of ARZA.

ARZA membership affirms that a commitment to Israel is a core component of your identity as a Reform Jew and is critical to strengthening the Reform Movement’s voice within Israeli National Institutions (WZO, KKL, JAFI), the Israeli political system, and Israeli society at large. Become a member of ARZA and subscribe to Rabbi Weinberg's weekly newsletter and commentary.

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Zionism

Zionism Then and Now

Rabbi Josh Weinberg
 April 13, 2023
After 75 years of having a Jewish State, we find ourselves amidst an unprecedented and deeply divisive crisis. On the surface, this crisis is about Israel's future as a democratic Jewish state, dealing with issues such as separation of powers among the branches of government, how judges are appointed, the roles of religion and state, and the lack of an Israeli constitution.
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Israel

Why Your Congregation Should be an ARZA Member!

Rabbi Josh Weinberg
 February 14, 2022
The URJ is the largest Zionist organization in North America and after two years of COVID-19, a new government, and a growing Israeli Reform Movement, Israel needs us now more than ever. Israel needs our voices, our involvement, and our support. Infusing your congregation with an Israel commitment through an ARZA membership is a meaningful way to directly support the Jewish State.
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Israel

Resources for Understanding the Current Israeli-Palestinian Crisis

Rabbi Josh Weinberg
 May 19, 2021
While some see this conflict in only stark black and white terms, it is intensely complex. To help navigate this complexity, we offer this resource guide, including material that may be helpful in laying out the context and nuances of this latest round of violence between Hamas and Israel.