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Statement on Cancellation of Western Wall Agreement
June 26, 2017

The Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association and the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College/Jewish Reconstructionist Communities jointly condemn Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to cancel an agreement that would have allowed for mixed and egalitarian prayer services at the Western Wall in Jerusalem.  




Reconstructionist Movement Welcomes Italian Congregation as Newest Affiliate
June 22, 2017

The Sinagoga Ner Tamid del Sud in Serrastretta, Italy is the most recent congregation to formally affiliate with the Reconstructionist movement.




Reconstructionist Movement Featured in Report on Innovation in Faith Communities
June 19, 2017

In a visionary report on the changing American religious landscape, RRC/JRC serves as a model for creative institutional transformation.




Statement on June 14 Shooting
June 14, 2017

We are deeply shocked by the shooting that targeted members of Congress and others. We fear that guns and bullets are replacing speech and debate, and we know that all those who believe in democracy and human dignity will not allow that to happen.




Public Letter on Withdrawal from Paris Climate Accord
June 13, 2017

Letter from American Jewish groups in response to the announced withdrawal from the Paris climate accord




A New Name for Camp JRF
June 6, 2017

A new name is announced for Camp JRF.




Call for Submissions: Embracing the Stranger
May 30, 2017

We welcome your submission for the High Holidays on the theme of “Embracing the Stranger — Within and Without.” Deadline is July 17, 2017!




Statement on Terrorist Attacks
May 26, 2017

Statement on terrorist attacks on Egyptian Coptic Christians in May 2017




Finding Reconstructionist Judaism in the Lone Star State
May 3, 2017

Jennifer Janes may live in the same city she had as a teen, but she’s traveled a long road to find her spiritual home in Reconstructionist Judaism and Congregation Beth Am in San Antonio, Texas.




When the Call Comes, Will Your Congregation Be Ready?
April 19, 2017

Best practices in responding to congregational inquiries.




Resolution Affirms Full Inclusion of Transgender, Non-Binary Jews
March 29, 2017

All branches of the Reconstructionist movement have adapted resolutions affirming the full equality of transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming individuals.




Jewish Values and Journalistic Ethics
March 23, 2017

Rabbi David Teutsch, Ph.D., discusses the role of the free press in the Jewish community and American society, and what Jewish values can teach us about journalistic ethics.




Nothing Neutral About It: Inspired by Reconstructionist Judaism in Switzerland
March 16, 2017

Paul Piwnicki, a Polish-born, German-raised scientist and Jew-by-choice, credits Reconstructionist thought with helping him develop a personal theology and practice. Piwnicki’s story highlights the influence of Reconstructionist ideas and thinkers, even in countries lacking Reconstructionist congregations.




Dorshei Emet Refugee Family Arrives
March 10, 2017

In the wake of the Syrian refugee crisis, Congregation Dorshei Emet in Montreal campaigned to sponsor four refugee families. We were happy to hear that the first of the four families arrived in Canada last month.




Statement on the Israeli Knesset’s Passage of the “Entry Bill”
March 10, 2017

The Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association (RRA) and RRC/Jewish Reconstructionist Communities (RRC/JRC) are strongly opposed to and deeply disappointed by the Israeli Knesset’s passage of the “Entry Bill.”




The Cornerstone of a Better World
March 3, 2017

A powerful Reconstructionist message responding to recent acts of anti-Semitism, as well as inspiring examples of the best of humanity.




Each of us can work to preserve dignity in the public square
February 21, 2017

[Our religious traditions] all believe in the importance of these values: speaking the truth, the sanctity of human life, and the obligation to treat every person with dignity.




Remembering How To Listen: A Reconstructionist Trip to Israel
February 10, 2017

Jennifer Ferentz recently returned from the first-ever Reconstructionist Birthright trip to Israel. She reflects on her experiences. 




Statement on Petach Tikvah Open Market Terrorist Attack
February 9, 2017

RRC/Jewish Reconstructionist Communities and the Reconstructionist Rabbinical Association condemn today's terrorist attack in an open market in Petach Tikvah that wounded six people.




Statement on Knesset Law that Retroactively Authorizes Settlement Outposts
February 8, 2017

The Reconstructionist movement opposes the Knesset's passage of the Regularization Bill.




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