Category: Progressive Judaism in Israel

Build it an they will come? – A victory for the Progressive Jews Everwhere

This story highlights a huge victory for Progressive Judaism (equivalent to Reform in the US) in Israel.  Orthodox synagogues are funded entirely by the government, the rabbis are paid by the state, and they receive state funds.  Only orthodox, approved by the chief rabbi (I’m not a fan).  Thanks to those who supported the Ride…

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Ride 4 Reform take 1

IMG_3491.JPG, originally uploaded by swimfast. The Ride 4 Reform has opened registration. I highly encourage everyone to check out the website and to participate. If you have even the slightest rays of hope that you can participate this year, please don’t hesitate to call, e-mail, or comment. If you can’t make it yourself, please consider…

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Why I Ride 4 Reform

I just had the most amazing conversation with a secular Israeli, one who has denounced all religion.  As we began our drive, he started asking me questions about why I wanted to be a rabbi.  This, like all of these conversations with Israeli’s turns to a discussion and explanation of Reform Judaism. As we passed…

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