‘Embracing Our Holy Deadlines’: A Reconstructionist Take on Elul
August 16, 2024
This Reconstructionist take on Elul takes inspiration from the author’s foray into journalism
This Reconstructionist take on Elul takes inspiration from the author’s foray into journalism
How Tisha B’Av Can Help Us Find Strength in One Another
Revelation this Year? Especially in difficult times, we can learn from those who think and believe differently from ourselves.
For Shavuot, we’ve gathered a selection of interviews with authors that provide plenty of material for self-study or group discussion.
“Count on Telling Your Story: Writing Workshops Through the Omer” showcases Ritualwell’s unique online community and the ways in which we draw upon Jewish wisdom to inspire creativity.
The 16th century kabbalists of Safed created the custom of the all-night study session during the evening prior to Shavuot. This custom, known as Tikkun Leil Shavuot, is celebrated in many synagogues with study sessions offered from dusk till dawn. Looking to celebrate with a community? Check our directory of congregations to
We are approaching two of the most important days on the Israeli calendar – Yom HaZikaron (Day of Remembrance for Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terrorism) and Yom Ha’atzmaut (Independence Day). Yom HaZikaron will begin at sunset on Sunday, May 12 continues throughout the day of Monday, May 13. Here are two
Every week, Rabbi Alex Weissman, director of Mekhinah, and cultural and spiritual life at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College, emails members of the college community with words of Torah. Here’s his email from May 10, 2024. Dearest Possums, The end of the semester is nigh! Just a couple days left of class
For our youth educators, we are proud to share a downloadable resource document prepared by Rabbi Lily Solochek, Director of the Wenger-Markowitz Family Education Initiative. It provides many ideas for the various directions that can be used to approach this holiday. The storybooks suggested have recommended ages, and the activities
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