USCJ Blog

Sharing Perspectives Through Sharing Pulpits

Following incidences of anti-Semitism, a Philadelphia rabbi and reverend forge an important relationship -- even speaking from each other's pulpits.

Being the Shammash: Creative Ways Synagogues Have Brought Light to Their Communities this Hanukkah

USCJ synagogues have been creating innovative programs to bring their communities together at a time when coming together is most needed.

Shabbat Shalom: Say it with a "Shabbat-o-gram"

What started as a way to virtually connect campers extends to synagogues

#MyUSYfiSummer has the perfect summer programs for your teen. And registration is still open!

Update: USCJ Membership Reporting Form

Haran Rashes, Chair of the USCJ Dues Committee provides an update on the Membership Reporting Form and the dues renewal process.

Seeking an IRS Determination Letter? First Understand This

Susan Zinder

Non profit attorney Susan Zinder provides the 4 steps synagogues need to take to obtain an IRS exempt determination letter.

The Power of Ecosystems

Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal

It’s one week as CEO for USCJ and the Rabbinical Assembly, and I can already see why the new partnership we are forging will be so powerful.

Can’t We Go Back To The Way It Used To Be?

Rabbi Eytan Kenter

Rabbi Eytan Kenter, Kehillat Beth Israel, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, shares insights as we prepare for Tisha B'Av (erev July 29th and July 30th).

A Warm Welcome to Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal

Margie Pomerantz

Margie Pomerantz, Vice President, USCJ, shares her thoughts on the occasion of Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal taking the role of joint CEO of USCJ and the RA.

A Celebration of the USCJ-RA Partnership

Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal

Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal shares his thoughts on starting his role as joint CEO of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism and the Rabbinical Assembly.

The Power of the Zoom Rectangle

Jennifer Stofman

In-person synagogue gatherings are optimal, but Zoom meetings make it easy for first time or shy participants to join the conversation.

No Experience Necessary – USY’s Epic Summer Pivot

Rabbi Joshua Rabin

A few weeks ago, USY cancelled our summer programs for the first time in our almost seventy-year history.

Design Thinking for Synagogues: Let's Talk Tachlis!

Aimee Close

This unprecedented time requires innovative solutions. I found that my training in human centered design to be of great benefit to synagogues.

Emerging Leadership Lessons from the Crisis

Robert Leventhal

Robert Leventhal, Director, Leadership Development, explains why BOLD leadership will create a path forward during the pandemic and beyond.

Thinking About Reopening? 10 Things Synagogue Leaders Should Consider

Barry Mael

Barry Mael, Senior Director of Synagogue Affiliations and Operationsshares his thoughts on approaches to reopening synagogues.