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Season two of "Nobody Wants This" humorously explores Jewish life, relationships, and identity.

Find weekly Torah portions, Torah commentaries, and English translations.

Jewish holidays begin at sunset. Dates specified are for evenings, so the holiday extends from sunset on the noted date until dusk on the last day of the...

WRJ is a leading advocate for reproductive rights and health and continues to oppose state and federal restrictions that limit access to birth control and safe...

Nov 20, 2025 - Some revolutionary concepts found in the Torah.

The RAC hosts a wide variety of programs, conferences, and events focusing on social justice, direct service, or legislative and policy action. From high...

Learn about Jewish spirituality, ethics, practice, and community in our online classes.

An encyclopedia of information about Judaism, Jewish practices, holidays, people and beliefs. For beginners, intermediate or advanced readers.

Learn more about RAC staff and leadership.

WRJ monitors and addresses sexual harassment and assault, domestic violence, and other gender-based issues in North America, Israel, and beyond.

Ten unforgettable experiences allow visitors to discover friendship, adventure, and connection across Israel.

Join us for exciting and inspiring workshops, conferences, events, and training programs throughout the year.

Joining the URJ places your congregation within a committed, progressive network with access to resources, experts, and leadership development to keep your...

The URJ was founded in 1873 by Rabbi Isaac Mayer Wise as the Union of American Hebrew Congregations.

Join WRJ members and supporters across North America for a coordinated day of community action and advocacy. Choose a project of interest to you or your group,...

Engaging Jews of all backgrounds with a vibrant and relevant Judaism

Jul 21, 2019 - By not allowing her path to God to interfere with her sexuality, Lisa Grushcow ‘embraced both parts of her identity’ – and now, as Dan Bilefsky finds...

ReformJudaism.org, created by the Union for Reform Judaism, is a leading voice in the discussion of Jewish life. Find information on Jewish rituals, culture,...

Join us and take action to make certain that every school is a safe, inclusive place for LGBTQ+ students to learn and grow. Use these materials to take action...

How your community can move beyond good intentions and become a space of belonging for all.

And Jacob left Beersheba and set out for Haran. - Genesis 28:10

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

With your support, WRJ will work to empower women and sisterhood worldwide and advance causes that create a more just and compassionate world for people of all...

Ten college students interned at the URJ this summer – whether to boost our experience or get nagging parents off our backs.

Resolution Action Roadmaps include program suggestions, talking points, and advocacy ideas on various key issues and how to take action on WRJ Resolutions and...

Oct 28, 2025

Yom HaShoah, also known as Holocaust Remembrance Day, occurs on the 27th of the Hebrew month of Nisan.

Tishah B'Av is a day of mourning the destruction of both ancient Temples in Jerusalem.

To foster women’s Jewish growth, WRJ brings new program ideas to women's groups, creates resources to introduce women's rituals and enhance Jewish...

WRJ has a long and proud history of advocacy and engagement on public policy issues. This advocacy plan lays out the organization's highest social justice...

Learn more about text sacred to Jewish culture

Everything you need to know about Judaism and being Jewish: the weekly Torah portion, Jewish holidays, Jewish rituals and more.

Sisterhoods and women's groups are at the core of WRJ. They are groups of active and engaged women who belong to a Reform Jewish congregation, affiliate...

WRJ serves as the umbrella organization for hundreds of sisterhoods, with tens of thousands of members across North America, Israel, and worldwide. The North...

Many congregations have asked the URJ, CCAR and the RAC for guidance on what they should do if ICE or other immigration or law enforcement entities come to the...

Толдот Йешурун - иудаизм и евреи. Уроки иудаизма во многих городах Израиля, программа Талмуд по интернету, библиотека еврейских книг, статей, аудио и...

Learn more about the Religious Action Center and its origins.

Throughout history, the Jewish people have remained firmly rooted in Jewish tradition, but since its earliest days, Reform Judaism has asserted that a Judaism...

Hanukkah, one of the most widely observed Jewish holidays, is a festive eight-day celebration that for many people falls during the darkest, coldest season of...

WRJ has always advocated for equal rights for women in Jewish learning and worship, bringing a unique, feminist perspective to Reform Jewish study and...

The URJ serves 501 small congregations of 250 or fewer households throughout North America. Though small, these communities are vital to the North American...

The resolutions adopted by the URJ represent the evolutionary changes in its stands on many political, social, economic, and humanitarian issues.

At the Bernard and Audre Rapoport L'Taken Social Justice Seminars, teens from across North America converge on Washington, DC for four days of advocacy...

Learn about the key beliefs and practices of Judaism through an examination of its sacred texts and their interpretation.

Dec 7, 2025 - Exploring Judaism is the digital home for Conservative Judaism providing explainers, practical guides, and meaning making content.

The Jewish community includes individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and the URJ strives to reflect that diversity across our congregations,...

Oct 13, 2023 - Judaism makes the bold argument that the very concept of a religion of ‘Judaism’ is an invention of the Christian church. The intellectual journey of wor...

WRJ is dedicated to advocating for our values past North America, with a particular focus in Israel, and supporting the future of World Jewry.

With the dignity and rights of transgender people being publicly attacked, the Commission on Social Action understood the urgent need to act quickly and...

URJ member congregations and Reform Movement affiliates are welcome to submit job openings to be considered for listing on this website.

The spiritual jolt of those first weeks has not fully faded, and increased religious practice has become part of the country’s daily rhythm.

Get information and connections to help you navigate all aspects of congregational life.

Welcome to Central Synagogue, a thriving Reform congregation in Midtown Manhattan. We work toward a world in which Judaism is central to our lives and is a...

The Union for Reform Judaism leads the largest Jewish movement in North America. We provide vision and voice to build strong communities that, together,...

Union for Reform Judaism's campaign donation page.

Discover food and both traditional and new recipes integral to Jewish culture.

Learn about antisemitism; what it is, how it shows up, and how to address it when you see it.

Rabbi Danny Burkeman (he/him) is the Senior Rabbi at Temple Shir Tikva in Wayland, MA where he is committed to making Judaism relevant for the modern world. He...

For more than six decades, the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism (the RAC) has worked to educate, inspire, and mobilize the Reform Jewish Movement to...

WRJ's Ner Tamid Society allows members to make bequests that ensure their legacies and guarantees that WRJ has the resources necessary to reach its goals...

Judaism 101 offers insight into the beliefs, practices, and history of Judaism, providing a solid foundation for further study. 

Wednesday, June 9th, 2021 from 12-1:30pm PST REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT HERE There is growing enthusiasm in Jewish communities about possible ancient use and...

List of Jewish holidays

Food is central to Jewish custom and observance. The WRJ Cookbook Collection houses more than 327 cookbooks from different sisterhoods. The cookbooks reflect...

The book of Genesis contains many famous dreams, and this week’s parashah, Vayeitzei, contains one of the most famous dreams ever recorded: the vision of...

Welcome to Central Synagogue, a thriving Reform congregation in Midtown Manhattan. We work toward a world in which Judaism is central to our lives and is a...

Jun 5, 2022 - If you are planning to convert, it is advisable to learn at least a little Hebrew.

The WRJ is affiliated with the Reform Movement and part of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ). Learn about the diverse organizations that comprise the Reform...

Since 1913, WRJ has led the Reform Movement in social action advocacy. Our Resolutions have preceded policy in many areas, such as women's reproductive...

Tu BiShvat is the Jewish New Year of the Trees. The holiday is observed on the 15th (tu) of the Hebrew month of Shvat.

I looked forward to the lights that adorn houses and streets in celebration of the holiday, not to mention watching Christmas specials on television and...

This letter was sent to Admiral Kevin E. Lunday, Acting Commandant, U.S. Coast Guard, from Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner, in response to reports that the U.S. Coast...

What is WRJ says STOP?WRJ says STOP: An Initiative Against Sexual Harassment and Assault is an initiative from Women of Reform Judaism that addresses...

Immediately following Sukkot, we observe Sh'mini Atzeret and Simchat Torah, a fun-filled day during which we celebrate the completion of the annual...

Embracing every identity, we celebrate the vibrant spectrum of LGBTQ+ lives in Jewish community.

In Judaism there is one holiday that occurs every week -- the Sabbath. Known in Hebrew as Shabbat and in Yiddish as Shabbos, it begins at sundown on Friday and...

Apr 23, 2024 - Jewish drug rehab facilities provide a safe, and secure environment where Jews battling with substance abuse can start their recovery.

Rosner’s book was written primarily for non-practicing Jews perplexed by Judaism in general and by apparent contradictions between Jewish and Western values...

J² is proud to partner with the Union for Reform Judaism. You can now embark on a Reform Jewish Journey with J² while supporting Reform institutions in...

Dec 11, 2025 - (The Conversation) — A court decision allowing Israeli women to take the Chief Rabbinate’s exams is the latest sign of growing recognition for women’s...

Learn about the diverse organizations that comprise the Reform Movement, encompassing every age and interest group.

Passover will be observed this year from April 12 to April 19, 2025. It is the Jewish spring festival celebrating freedom and family as we remember the Exodus...

Nov 10, 2025 - There’s never any question of the obstacle to the love match being antisemitic opposition from Joanne’s family and friends. There’s no mention of BDS and...

The URJ coordinates a network of youth programs across North America that promote community, spiritual growth, and lifelong friendship, motivating more young...

There is reason to argue, however, that Hannah is not actually the first biblical woman to pray: that this female spiritual path maker is actually our...

An exclusive benefit for our member congregations and their leaders. From tailored services and proprietary URJ content to trusted vendors, the URJ Marketplace...

Feb 21, 2026 - Explore Jewish Life and Judaism at My Jewish Learning, your go-to source for Jewish holidays, rituals, celebrations, recipes, Torah, history, and more.

Jan 29, 2023 - In a Perfect World Anyone Converting to Judaism, No Matter the Denomination, Would Be Accepted. But as Israel's New Government Aims to Narrow the Definition of...

Mar 16, 2022

The RAC mobilizes around federal, state, and local legislation; supports and develops congregational leaders; and organizes communities to create a world...

In the face of government attacks on immigrants and refugees, our Jewish values teach us that we must be a light and pursue justice. Join us and take action to...

The URJ provides educational materials about Israel and Zionism for Reform congregations, assists in bringing Reform Jews to Israel, and provides pre- and...