How a Parkland-Area Rabbi Found Space to Heal and Reflect
My renewed strength will fuel me as I return to Parkland this week to serve my congregants and community, and for that I cannot thank Kutz enough.
Children's Issues: Background
Radical Justice?
"You shall appoint magistrates and officials for your tribes, in all your settlements that the Eternal your God is giving you, and they shall govern the people with due justice.
Reform Jewish Movement Concerned by Renewed Detention of Sudan's Meriam Ibrahim
Rabbi David Saperstein: "We were heartened by yesterday's announcement that a Sudanese court had ordered Ms. Ibrahim's release. Sudanese leaders had urged trust in their judiciary and yesterday seemed to affirm that call.
A Prayer for Three Missing Israeli Teens
As the search continues for three missing Israeli teens, fear turns to prayer in Israel and among people of conscience around the world.
How My Texas Congregation Led the Way to Support Immigrant Families
Our congregation in McAllen, TX, is the go-to congregation for donations in support of immigrant families; the response from the Reform Jewish community has been amazing.
Honoring Our Legacy by Continuing the Work
I marvel at the key role the Reform Movement played in advancing and achieving civil rights, both in the lead-up to the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and in the years since.
Planning A Congregational Trip to Israel
Galilee Diary: Jewish Values
[Jeremiah] spoke to King Zedekiah…: Put your necks under the yoke of the king of Babylon; serve him and his people, and live! (for this is Israel’s punishment for injustice and idolatry)
– Jeremiah 27:12