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Reconstructing Judaism Names Rabbi Elliott Tepperman as Next President and Chief Executive Officer

Reconstructing Judaism has named Rabbi Elliott Tepperman as its next President and CEO, succeeding current President and CEO Rabbi Deborah Waxman, who has led the organization for 13 years. Rabbi Tepperman brings over two decades of Reconstructionist leadership, including 24 years as spiritual leader of Bnai Keshet and past service as President of the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association. 

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Reconstructing Judaism: the central organization of the groundbreaking, always-evolving Reconstructionist movement. We help build thriving Jewish communities, empower individuals to lead lives of deeper meaning and purpose, train rabbis who make a difference, and work to bring about a more just and sustainable world.

Mazel Tov to Our New Rabbis

RRC’s 2022 graduating class has already positively impacted Jewish communities. We cannot wait to see where their rabbinates lead. 
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Rooted & Relevant brings you Jewish ideas, inspiring stories, learning opportunities and resources from across the Reconstructionist movement. Browse past issues and sign up below: 

Hashivenu Podcast

Jewish Teachings on Resilience, hosted by Rabbi Deborah Waxman, Ph.D.

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  • Latest Episode: August 27, 2026

Series Finale: Rabbi Deborah Waxman & Incoming President Rabbi Elliott Tepperman

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Evolve Podcast

Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations

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  • Latest Episode: October 15, 2026

Everything Evolves: Rabbi Deborah Waxman and Rabbi Jacob Staub Look Back on Nine Years Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations

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Wednesday, November 4, 2026 - 8:00 pm EST
 â€“ Wednesday, December 16, 2026 - 9:30 pm EST

Fundraising Without Fear: Learn the Skills, Tackle the Challenges, Build the Future with Rabbi Maurice Harris

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Sunday, November 8, 2026 - 12:00 pm EST
 â€“ Monday, November 9, 2026 - 5:00 pm EST

Fall 2026 RRC Online Institute for Prospective Rabbinical Students

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Tuesday, December 1, 2026 - 12:30 pm EST
 â€“ Tuesday, December 1, 2026 - 2:30 pm EST

Torat Yovel: Honoring Rabbi Jeffrey Schein (RRC ’77)

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Conservative/Masorti, Reform, Reconstructing Judaism Movements Condemn Detention of those Assisting with the Olive Harvest

October 21, 2026

We are outraged that at least nine of our fellow Israeli and North American rabbis and dozens of others were detained while assisting a Palestinian family harvesting olives, and we call upon Israeli authorities to follow due process, immediately release all those detained, and protect Palestinians who peacefully work their land from harassment and violence.

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Conservative/Masorti, Reform, Reconstructing Judaism Movements Condemn Detention of those Assisting with the Olive Harvest

October 21, 2026

We are outraged that at least nine of our fellow Israeli and North American rabbis and dozens of others were detained while assisting a Palestinian family harvesting olives, and we call upon Israeli authorities to follow due process, immediately release all those detained, and protect Palestinians who peacefully work their land from harassment and violence.

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New: A Guide to Fundraising for Reconstructionist Congregations

October 1, 2026

Thriving Communities is excited to share a new online Guide to Fundraising for Reconstructionist Congregations, designed to support congregations in building sustainable fundraising strategies and engaging donors more effectively. Explore practical tools, ideas, and guidance created specifically for congregational leaders.

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Evolve: Groundbreaking Jewish Conversations is a multimedia project highlighting the most cutting-edge thinking in the Reconstructionist movement and wider Jewish world. Through essays, podcasts, and web conversations, Evolve models nuanced dialogue and respectful disagreement while probing urgent questions.

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Our rabbinical program centers on nourishing and rigorous Jewish learning and immersive and intensive field education. The curriculum is distinguished by the unique Reconstructionist understanding of Judaism as a dynamic civilization characterized by vibrant diversity and ongoing change. As a result, the RRC course of study is expansive, dynamic and flexible, engaging students both in and out of the classroom.

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Professional association of Reconstructionist rabbis

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Professional group for people leading schools in Reconstructionist congregations

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Read & Rite

One-stop shop for progressive Jewish books and ritual objects

Placement Office

Placement resources for rabbis and congregations

Havaya Summer Programs

Overnight summer camp and teen Israel experience

Reconstructionist Educators of North America

Professional group for people leading schools in Reconstructionist congregations

Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association

Professional association of Reconstructionist rabbis