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Reinventing the Synagogue

Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

interview with Allison Fine. A temple president and co-author of The Networked Nonprofit discusses why synagogues need a new networked model, one of community rooted in conversation, to nourish the feeling of matter-ness. Summer 2013.

What Works: Helping Israeli Soldiers Heal

Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

No byline. Anshe Emeth Memorial Temple in New Brunswick, New Jersey became the 1st Reform synagogue in the U.S. to host a Peace of Mind group, helping a unit of 16 Israeli soldiers work through their traumatic experiences. Summer 2013.

What Works: A Shiva Registry for Mourning Families

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

No byline. A free shiva registry service started by Sharon Rosen can streamline shiva arrangements for congregations and individuals, and strengthen congregational community. Spring 2013.

Meet Our Temple

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

How Bnai Israel Synagogue Don Abraham Jewish Cultural Center, Rochester, Minnesota is providing hospitality for Jewish residents and patients from all over the world who come for treatment to the Mayo Clinic. Winter 2011. PDF.

Reforming Judaism: Voices from the People, Part 1

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

What Reform Judaism readers say about how to boost synagogue membership, ensure our economic vitality, and secure the Reform Jewish future in North America. Grassroots responses to the crucial congregational issues of our times. Covers such issues as accessibility and inclusion, being a caring community, finances, temple management, membership, transformation, and welcoming. Winter 2011.

What Works: Changing Lives in Charlotte

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The rewards of Temple Beth El in Charlotte having partnered with eight Jewish agencies on the Shalom Park campus to launch the Shalom Park Freedom School, offering intensive literacy education to 50 low-income summer campers in a summer camp environment.

Being a Caring Community

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Marilyn Hawkes. Reform congregations have created model caring communities which serve as extended families for congregants needing emotional, physical, and spiritual help. Here's how to follow their example. Spring 2010.

Community Cures for Economic Blues

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Jane E. Herman. Since the economy began its freefall, Reform congregations and individuals are responding with compassionate to support people without jobs in their communities and beyond. Fall 2009.

Mitzvah: Shawl of Strength

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Marge Eiseman. Members of Congregation Sinai in Milwaukee knit a mitzvah shawl for Eiseman after her son's unexpected death, easing her own painful journey back to life. Summer 2007