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New Progressive Israel Network Launched By Ten Leading Jewish Organizations

June 24, 2019

Today, ten leading organizations representing Americans who are committed to pursuing democracy, equality and peace in Israel announced the launch of the Progressive Israel Network. The new coalition will provide a strong, unified voice in support of its members’ common goals: democracy and equal rights, religious freedom and pluralism, and a two-state solution that would secure a peaceful future for Israel and end the 52-year-long occupation.

From Kant to Jewish Sexual Perspectives, Essay Contest Reflects Depth of Thought in Jewish Ethics

June 20, 2019

In its annual content, the Center for Jewish Ethics has recognized two essays that together demonstrate the vitality and breadth of the field of Jewish ethics: one on sexual ethics, the other on Kant’s influence on modern Jewish ethical thought.

Endorsement of House Resolution in Support of Two-State Solution

June 19, 2019

Reconstructing Judaism joins nine other Jewish organizations in endorsing House Resolution 326, which reaffirms longstanding bipartisan support for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and opposes any US actions that would encourage or endorse unilateral Israeli annexations in the West Bank.

Pride Month, Israel, and Us

June 11, 2019

A personal message from Rabbi Deborah Waxman

Teaching Resilience to Children

June 7, 2019

As more and more places of worship become vulnerable to hate crimes and gun violence and we increase security measures, young people are particularly traumatized. One congregation has created a mental health and resilience curriculum for its students.

From Despair to Action

June 4, 2019

Rabbi Deborah Waxman reflects on the ways in which Reconstructing Judaism is strengthening the ways in which we support and connect Jewish communities traumatized by the recent surge in antisemitic attacks.

Letter Opposing Rollback of Predatory Lending Protections

May 17, 2019

Reconstructing Judaism and the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Assocation were among seventeen Jewish organizations writing to the Consumer Protection Finance Bureau in opposition to an administration proposal to rescind protections against predatory lending.

Statement Supporting Equality Act

May 17, 2019

Reconstructing Judaism and the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Assocation were among 15 national Jewish organizations writing Congress in support of the Equality Act (H.R. 5). Driven by our Jewish values, we are committed to supporting laws that protect the civil rights and individual liberties of all people. The Equality Act is a significant step forward for the LGBTQ community, and we urge Congress to swiftly pass this important bill.

Divinely Inspired: Through Meditation, Rabbi Teaches Human Vulnerability as a Source of Strength

May 17, 2019

Profile of Rabbi Sheila Peltz Weinberg: her journey, and her contributions to the Reconstructionist movement and to Jewish spiritual life writ large.

New Progressive Israel Network Launched By Ten Leading Jewish Organizations

From Kant to Jewish Sexual Perspectives, Essay Contest Reflects Depth of Thought in Jewish Ethics

Endorsement of House Resolution in Support of Two-State Solution

Pride Month, Israel, and Us

Teaching Resilience to Children

From Despair to Action

Letter Opposing Rollback of Predatory Lending Protections

Statement Supporting Equality Act

Divinely Inspired: Through Meditation, Rabbi Teaches Human Vulnerability as a Source of Strength

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