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How URJ Congregations Spark Change and Innovation

Crystal Hill

Across North America, Reform congregations are finding creative ways to strengthen community, live out Jewish values, and pursue justice. Whether investing in Jewish youth in Louisiana, turning a lighthearted NBA rivalry into community action in Indiana and

Faith, Justice, and Israel: Being Proud

Galia Amram
I was shocked when Hadassah, The Women’s Zionist Organization of America, named me one of 2025’s 18 American Zionist Women You Should Know. I don’t feel I deserve this honor.

A Shabbat Message

Rabbi Rick Jacobs
This week, as Shabbat approaches, we gather in community to pray for the shelter of peace in Israel and at home. 

This Year, Will We Turn our Mourning into Dancing?

Rabbi Rick Jacobs
While Psalm 30 promises that God can turn our "mourning into dancing," as we prepare for Simchat Torah this week, this year the tradition of dancing with the Torah scrolls feels like too big of a leap.