USCJ Blog
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Half of Conservative Synagogues Report Increased Attendance Since October 7, 2023
January 31, 2025 2 Shevat, 5785A recent poll of USCJ-affiliated synagogues revealed that 49% of respondents noted an increase in attendance at one or more events since the tragedy o
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Head and Heart: Addressing Congregational Conflict Through Derekh Eretz
January 24, 2025 24 Tevet, 5785
Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal, CEO, USCJ and the Rabbinical Assembly Daniel Langenthal, USCJ Director of Leadership Development Over the past year, both of u
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A Statement on the Ceasefire Agreement
January 16, 2025 16 Tevet, 5785Dear USCJ Community, Our hearts are filled with relief and joy for the planned return of 33 of those held hostage by Hamas. The past 15 months have be
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Kol Tefilla Shabbaton at Temple Beth Am: A Transformative Experience for the Seventh Year
January 14, 2025 14 Tevet, 5785In partnership with USCJ, Temple Beth Am of Los Angeles hosted the first Kol Tefilla Shabbaton in 2018. This breakthrough Shabbaton gathers representa
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YALA Partnership Updates
January 13, 2025 13 Tevet, 5785Pictured above: YALA Partnership Event with Beth Sholom B’nai Israel in Manchester, CT Hanukkah Inspired Axe Throwing YALA is excited to
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USY Chidush Winter Break: Teens Impacting Israel
January 13, 2025 13 Tevet, 5785
The inaugural USY Chidush winter break program in Israel, generously supported by the Jewish Federations of North America and Keren Kayemet L’Yisrael,
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Building a Creative Culture: The Sulam for Imagineers Journey Begins
January 7, 2025 7 Tevet, 5785By Ben Vorspan “Creativity” is an interesting word. For some, hearing about an opportunity for creativity makes their ears perk up and brings a smile
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Report from the 2024 RA Convention in Israel
December 24, 2024 23 Kislev, 5785Last week, I was privileged to attend the Rabbinical Assembly convention in Israel. It was my first time in Israel since October 7, and admittedly, I
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A Guiding Light: The 2024 RA Convention In Israel
December 17, 2024 16 Kislev, 5785USCJ/RA CEO Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal & USCJ Chief Movement Strategy Officer Rabbi Ashira Konigsburg Join 245 Conservative/Masorti Rabbis for the Rab
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Transforming Lives Through Social Action: How B’nai Torah is Making an Impact
December 17, 2024 16 Kislev, 5785In the heart of South Florida, B’nai Torah Congregation (Boca Raton) stands as a beacon of hope and change, dedicated to social action and commu
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Synagogue Support in the Aftermath of Hurricanes, Gordon and Helene
November 19, 2024 18 Heshvan, 5785When hurricanes are on their way to the US coast, Jo-Anne Tucker-Zemlak, Synagogue Consultant for the Southeast Seaboard, is ready to assist, followin
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USY Chapter Presidents’ Training: Leadership Skills for a New Generation
November 18, 2024 17 Heshvan, 5785In late September, 10 Chapter Presidents from both the East and West coasts came together for an engaging and informative training session led by Rabb
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Our First YALA Shabbaton: Connection, Inspiration, and Fun!
November 18, 2024 17 Heshvan, 5785This past weekend, 61 enthusiastic Jewish young professionals gathered for a memorable Shabbaton filled with tradition, learning, and fun. The weekend
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Reflections on Hanukkah for Teen Leaders
October 29, 2024 27 Tishri, 5785In our house we have a rule: we don’t talk about what we are eating tomorrow while we are eating today’s meals. It keeps us grounded in the moment and
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Member Spotlight: How NSS Beth El Had 150 Unique Torah Readers In Just 1 Year
October 10, 2024 8 Tishri, 5785*Order your USCJ calendar here! When asked how she prepared for her first year as president of North Suburban Synagogue Beth El (NSSBE) in Highland Pa
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