URJ Biennial 2026: December 10-13 in Philadelphia

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The Reform Movement’s 2026 Every Voice, Every Vote Campaign

Let’s work together to ensure that every eligible voter has a say in the decisions that impact our lives to create a better future for ourselves and all people.

URJ 2025 Annual Report: Rooted in Values. Growing Together

Explore the Annual Report and discover how, like a Tree of Life, the Reform Movement is rooted in enduring values, strengthened by leaders and communities, flourishing through youth and connection, and cultivating the seeds of our future.

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Ethics Accountability

The safety of every person in our community is our sacred moral responsibility. This is, and always will be, our highest priority. Learn how to report incidents of harassment, abuse, or misconduct to the URJ or other Reform movement institutions.

Press Releases

Statement from the Union for Reform Judaism

URJ Statement on Mayor Mamdani’s Comments About Prime Minister Netanyahu

July 22, 2026

URJ President Rabbi Rick Jacobs issued a statement in response to Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s recent comments regarding Israel and Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Letter to Members of Congress Regarding the Amendment to Eliminate U.S. Aid to Israel

July 15, 2026

This letter was sent to Members of Congress from Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner urging lawmakers to oppose an amendment that would eliminate U.S. aid to Israel, damaging both U.S. interests in the Middle East as well as Israel’s long-term security.

Statement from the RAC, the URJ, and other Jewish organizations

Reform Jewish Leader Celebrates Supreme Court Decision Upholding Birthright Citizenship

June 30, 2026

In response to the Supreme Court ruling in Trump v. Barbara upholding birthright citizenship, Rabbi Jonah Dov Pesner released the following statement on behalf of the Union for Reform Judaism, Central Conference of American Rabbis, and wider Reform Movement.

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Immerse Yourself in Leadership Experiences This Fall

August 5, 2026

Fall 2026 is just around the corner and the URJ is offering two experiences to help you maximize your impact in your community and our Movement.

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How I Connect to My Judaism Through Tzedakah

July 31, 2026

A couple of months ago, I was walking to my 7am workout class when I had an interaction I'll never forget. A few steps from the entrance, a man asked if I could buy him some groceries. In an impulsive moment of generosity, I handed him a $100 bill that had been sitting in my wallet ever since I sold

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Postcards, Purpose, and Tikkun Olam

July 31, 2026

Join WRJ board member Alyse Kirschen as she experiences her first postcarding party.

This Week's Torah Portion

Shof'tim
שֹׁפְטִים
Judges

You shall appoint magistrates and officials for your tribes, in all the settlements that the Eternal your God is giving you, and they shall govern the people with due justice. - Deuteronomy 16:18

Torah

Deuteronomy 16:18–21:9

Haftarah

Isaiah 51:12-52:12

When

August 15, 2026 / 2 Elul 5786

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Next Week's Torah Portion

Ki TeitzeiWhen You Go Out (to Battle)כִּי-תֵצֵא

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JHR: Manage Human Resources with Ease and Expertise

At JHR, we integrate Jewish values with organizational health and employee well-being to become your trusted Human Resources (HR) partner.

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