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Our hearts are with the people of Israel at this difficult time and we pray for the safety and immediate release of all of the hostages.
Statements
Reform Leaders Respond to President Biden's Statement on Ceasefire Plan (May 31, 2024)
Conference of Presidents Members Rebut Statement on Majority Leader Schumer Meeting (March 20, 2024)
Reform Leaders Respond to Majority Leader Schumer’s Address on a Pathway to Peace and Two-State Solution (March 14, 2024)
The Moment We Are In, The Future We Pray For
With an eye toward the future we envision, we offer these steps we hope Israelis and Palestinians will take at this moment of intense challenge and deep pain.
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Bound Together for Good: Sermon by Rabbi Rick Jacobs
Read and watch Rabbi Rick Jacobs' sermon, delivered during Shabbat morning services at the URJ's 150th anniversary gathering.
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Photo by Theo Hansen
Actions
- Urge the Senate to condemn rape and sexual violence committed by Hamas in its war against Israel
- Tell Secretary Blinken to Support Continued U.S. Leadership Toward Successful Release of Hostages.
- Show support and solidarity with those in captivity. Download our toolkit for congregations and communities to Honor a Hostage.
- Support the URJ's Israel and Reform Zionism work. Your gift enables us to provide invaluable resources and opportunities for individuals, congregations, and communities across North America.
TOOLS
- Key Considerations Concerning Delivery of U.S. Military Aid to Israel (May 15, 2024)
- Is it Antisemitism? Guidance for a Post-October 7th World
- Tips for navigating discussions with family members.
- Learn how to respond to social media posts that are antisemitic, anti-Israel, and/or contain misinformation or disinformation.
- Toolkit for Clergy: Prayers, readings, recordings, and resources to incorporate into your services.
- Ensure the safety of your community by following these tips from Secure Community Network (SCN).
- The URJ has compiled resources to help parents talk about Israel in an authentic, age-appropriate manner.
- Pray for the State of Israel, the Israel Defense Forces, the civilians held captive, and for peace. The Central Conference of American Rabbis (CCAR) has compiled a free booklet of prayers.
Related Posts
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At the White House, A Call To Not Be Silent
This Monday, I was honored to be invited to represent Women of Reform Judaism and our Reform Movement at the White House. I attended a convening on conflict-related sexual violence to mark the annual International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict.
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A Message of Support
While we recognize that the deep conflict between Israelis and Palestinians will not be resolved over the summer, we believe that come the fall, college campuses must once again be safe for all students - and this includes Jewish students living their Jewish commitments openly and proudly.
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Israel: A Toolkit
At the URJ, we aim to provide you with timely tools you can use in your congregations and communities. In this moment, we know that resources for discussing and understanding Israel are more important than ever.