Creating Vibrant Congregations & Communities

The Union for Reform Judaism helps congregations and communities stay adept and agile, which enables them to proactively meet members' needs and expand the ways in which people live Jewishly.  

We develop leaders to face today’s adaptive challenges and nurture innovation to be responsive to changing needs. We also connect leaders to each other so they can learn from each other’s experience, and provide services that lower the cost of congregational operations. When needed, we provide personalized support for congregations in transition and crisis.
 

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Leadership Development

The URJ offers a variety of training and engagement opportunities and resources that emphasize critical thinking and practical skills.
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Safety & Security

Ensuring the safety of clergy, staff, and congregants has always been the highest priority for any congregation. To address the unique challenges of this moment, we are pleased to announce a new suite of safety and security resources, available immediately. Our partner in this bold endeavor is Secure Community Network (SCN).

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Transition & Crisis Support

The URJ provides support to congregations for major clergy transitions, lay-clergy relationships, conflict and crisis management, and mergers and other transitions.
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Essential Tools for URJ Congregations

Essential Tools for URJ Congregations make it easier for you to manage the work of leading your congregation. Each toolkit is curated to help you with the top tasks and priorities North American congregational leaders ask us about every day.
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Small Congregations Hub

Smaller in size, strong in spirit — this space was created just for you. The Small Congregations Hub is a central access point for Reform congregations with 250 member households or fewer.
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The Tent

The Tent is the URJ’s communication and collaboration platform, where synagogue leaders and professionals throughout the Reform Movement share ideas.
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URJ Marketplace

An exclusive benefit for our member congregations and their leaders. From tailored services and proprietary URJ content to trusted vendors, the URJ Marketplace offers solutions you won't find anywhere else.
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Moving to the Leading Edge

Download this series:

Vol 1: Principles That Drive Strong Congregations

Vol 2: Leadership and Governance

Vol 3: Engaging Congregants

Disabilities Inclusion Learning Center

Access a complete archive of webinars, videos, and written resources from top professionals.

What's New

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How URJ Congregations Spark Change and Innovation

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 Oklahoma, or building interfaith
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