“Welcome to Sivan: A Time To Rejoice Through Learning” RSVP For Shavuot Services This Friday Evening.
07/05/2023 02:28:34 PM
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Dear Haverim,
Today is the 2nd of Sivan and, in a few days, we’ll be celebrating one of the most important holidays on the Jewish calendar. Traditionally, Shavuot is the equal of Sukkot and Pesach, but, because it doesn’t have a unique experience like a Sukkah or a Seder, it’s less well-known than the other two “Shalosh Regalim” pilgrimage festivals.
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“To Be A Jew Is To Question.” Join Us For Our In-Person Services This Friday Evening And “Ask The Rabbi.” Then, Join Us For Our Gala On Saturday Evening, May 20.
05/16/2023 10:07:38 AM
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Dear Haverim,
There’s no dogma in Judaism, although there are debatable doctrines. There’s no one hierarchy, no one authority, that offers the one true answer. Judaism is about study, discussion, debate, and curiosity.
Majority and minority opinions...Read more...
“A New Way Of Understanding Israel: Exploring Its Art.” RSVP For This Friday Evening.
05/09/2023 04:03:22 PM
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As Reconstructionists, we experience Judaism not only as a religion, but also as an evolving cultural civilization. Jewish art, music, humor, food, languages, literature, ethics, and so much more give all of us the opportunity to express our Judaism in diverse ways.
It’s also essential to be reminded that Israel is much more than its politics du jour. It’s a vibrant society, composed of people from...Read more...
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About Rabbi Arnie Rachlis
Rabbi Arnold Rachlis has been the spiritual leader of University Synagogue since 1991, guiding us since 1987 from a small havurah looking for a more modern approach to Judaism to a 600+ families center for dynamic and innovative Judaism. He leads with a focus on a humanistic philosophy that sees God not as a supreme being, but as inspiration, creativity, conscience, consciousness and motivating us toward human growth and social justice. Rabbi Rachlis has created a joyous environment which affirms individuality and is inclusive – men and women, gay and straight, Jewishly learned and not, Jewish and not Jewish – welcoming all to learn, explore and connect at University Synagogue.
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