Building Deep and Lasting Ties to Heal the World
This summer, as we gathered on the eve of Pride Weekend for one of our congregation’s many justice-focused Kabbalat Shabbat services, we put our arms around each other and sang: “We are a gentle, angry people and we are singing for our lives.”
Interfaith Organizing in Cleveland, a Fain Award Perspective
My involvement with Greater Cleveland Congregations (GCC) began before the organization was officially formed.
Want to be Happy? Take a Lesson From Jewish Tradition
Before we left the house as kids, my dad always asked, “Is everybody happy?” Learn what Jewish tradition has to say about happiness.
Reform Jewish Movement Responds to Mass Shooting at Texas Church
Honoring International Transgender Day of Remembrance
Today is International Transgender Day of Remembrance, a time opportunity to read and reflect on the names of those we have lost.
Honoring International Transgender Day of Remembrance
On Monday, November 20, the Reform Movement joins in solidarity with people around the world mourning the loss of those who fell victim in the past year to anti-transgender violence.
Zikhronei HaOvrim L’Vracha: Transgender Day of Remembrance
One of the realities of transgender life today is the specter of transphobic violence. While tremendous progress is being made toward transgender rights and equity, we are, sadly, plagued by violence against trans people on a regular basis.
Social Media Doesn't Detect Breast Cancer, Mammograms Do
I am reminded about breast cancer prevention every single day – 365 days a year – each time I look in the mirror after a shower, but I'm not seeking pity or sympathy.
For the Sufis of the Sinai: A Prayer of Mourning
At least 300 are dead and 125 injured after an attack on a Sufi mosque in the Northern Sinai on Friday, including at least 27 children.
Sharing Warmth With Those in Need
Seize this opportunity to bring warmth – in the form of winter coats – to those who need it most.