Rabbi Rick Jacobs (he/him) is the president of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ), the largest Jewish movement in North America, with almost 850 congregations and nearly 1.5 million members. An innovative thought leader, dynamic visionary, and representative of progressive Judaism, he spent 20 years as the spiritual leader of Westchester Reform Temple in Scarsdale, NY. Deeply dedicated to global social justice issues, he has led disaster response efforts in Haiti and Darfur.
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As a New York City voter, I’m preparing to cast my ballot in the upcoming mayoral election. But as a congregational rabbi and now the head of the largest Jewish movement in North America, I’ve never told congregants for whom they should vote.
A Message for Rosh HaShanah 5786
Rabbi Rick Jacobs
As we reflect on this past year and look to 5786, we know that a new year of blessings must be built on the firm foundation of a purposeful and proud Judaism.
I’m a Rabbi. Here is Why my Faith Tells Me the War in Gaza Must End.
Rabbi Rick Jacobs
The High Holy Days call us to act: free the hostages, feed the hungry, end the war.
The Torah Tells Us How to Handle the Widespread Fraud at the World Zionist Congress
Rabbi Rick Jacobs,
Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal
Every five years, the Jewish world holds elections for the World Zionist Congress. Unfortunately, this year, the elections in the United States were marked by serious electoral fraud.
URJ Ethics Accountability Update - June 2025
Rabbi Rick Jacobs,
Shelley Niceley Groff
As our hearts continue to be with our Israeli family and friends, we are praying for their safety and the shelter of peace for all.
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