The High Court of Justice ordered the state Thursday to explain why it nixed a cabinet-approved plan to create an area for pluralistic worship at the Western Wall. In the hearing, the justices leveled harsh criticism at the government for backtracking on a landmark deal that would guarantee non-Orthodox Jews free access to the Jerusalem holy site, saying any changes needed to made via government mechanisms. “You conducted negotiations, you … [Read more...] about Israel’s Supreme Court Slams Government on Western Wall Deal
Archives for August 2017
Nominations Open: Shoshana S. Cardin Leadership Award
The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ) is now accepting nominations for the 2017 Shoshana S. Cardin Leadership Award. This annual award recognizes an emerging Jewish leader who is making a difference in advancing the values of 21st century Judaism that is learned and passionate, authentic and pluralistic, joyful and accessible, egalitarian and traditional. The award will be bestowed upon the award recipient at USCJ’s annual General … [Read more...] about Nominations Open: Shoshana S. Cardin Leadership Award
Ayeka Awarded Grant to Implement its ‘Soulful Education’ Pedagogy
Ayeka: Center for Soulful Education has announced that The AVI CHAI Foundation, Kohelet Foundation and Mayberg Foundations have awarded Ayeka a two-year grant to partner with Jewish day schools in North America to implement Ayeka’s Soulful Education methodology for Judaic Studies teachers beginning in Winter 2018. The goal of the multi-year program is to enable selected Judaic Studies teachers in each school to become proficient in … [Read more...] about Ayeka Awarded Grant to Implement its ‘Soulful Education’ Pedagogy
Hebrew College Publishes High Holiday Companion
Hebrew College has published the Hebrew College High Holiday Companion. The collection emerged out of a unique collaboration among faculty, staff, students and alumni of various Hebrew College programs and is designed for personal reflection as well as group study during the month of Elul and throughout the High Holidays. Among the 24 contributors are such thought leaders and luminaries as Rabbi Arthur Green, Rector of the Rabbinical School … [Read more...] about Hebrew College Publishes High Holiday Companion
Limmud Festival 2017 is Made By You
London, August 30, 2017: Limmud Festival is the new name for Limmud Conference - the organisation’s flagship international annual gathering. This year it will take place between December 24-28, attracting thousands of people from all over the world. This change reflects Limmud’s vibrant and dynamic celebration of Jewish learning and culture. "The shift from Conference to Festival is more evocative of the vibe everyone will feel when they … [Read more...] about Limmud Festival 2017 is Made By You
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