Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner

Rabbi Jonah Pesner

Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner (he/him) represents the Reform Movement to Congress and the administration as the director of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism. He also serves as the senior vice president of the Union for Reform Judaism. Named one of the most influential rabbis in America, he has been an inspirational leader, creative entrepreneur, and tireless advocate for social justice.

For All Whose Hearts are Moved

Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner

Let us ground the sacred work of this day in ancient wisdom of our Torah, and give thanks to the Holy One for the gift of life, insight, and ability to advocate for a more just and inclusive society.

Baruch atah Adonai Eloheinu melech ha-Olam, asher kideshanu

A Note of Thanks

Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner

What a whirlwind year! As we close out an exciting 2015, my first as the director of the Religious Action Center, this note of thanks is to tell you how much I appreciate your ongoing support for me personally, and for the Reform Movement’s work of Tikkun Olam

Taking Pride in Our Decades of LGBT Advocacy

Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner
Jordan Dashow
As we celebrate LGBT (Lesbian, Gay Bisexual, Transgender) Pride Month this June, the Reform Jewish community has a lot to be proud of. For decades the Reform Movement has been one of the leading faith voices in Washington, D.C., and around the country advocating for LGBT equality.