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American Jewish University: Standing with Israel

Posted on October 10, 2023

Dear AJU Community,   The images coming out of Israel are beyond shocking and horrifying. We have witnessed one of the darkest days in recent Jewish history. The AJU community stands in solidarity with Israel. We pray for the wounded and kidnapped. We grieve for the dead.   I am heartened by the many statements Continue Reading »

The Conference of Presidents Stand United in Support of Israel

Posted on October 10, 2023

The Conference of Presidents Stand United in Support of Israel October 9, 2023, New York, NY…Below, please find a statement from Harriet P. Schleifer, Chair, and William Daroff, CEO of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, followed by a consensus statement from 48 Conference of Presidents Member Organizations: “The brutal, unprecedented attack Continue Reading »

Israel at War: Masorti and MERCAZ Olami Stands with Israel

Posted on October 8, 2023

October 8, 2023 | 23 Tishrei 5784 Masorti and MERCAZ Olami deeply condemn the heinous attacks and acts of violence by Hamas that have erupted in Israel over the past 36 hours, and unequivocally stand in solidarity with our Country and its need for self-defense and for restoring security to the Israeli population. This is Continue Reading »

Israel at War: Masorti and MERCAZ Olami Stands with Israel

Posted on October 8, 2023

We at MERCAZ USA are horrified by the Hamas attack that has left out brothers and sisters in Israel in the midst of war. Now, more than ever, it is critical that we remain engaged and come together to show our love and support for the people of Israel. We join Masorti and MERCAZ Olami Continue Reading »

Masorti: ה’ עֹז לְעַמּוֹ יִתֵּן May the LORD grant strength to His people

Posted on October 8, 2023

Rabbi David Arias, of Kehillat Moriah in Haifa, saying goodbye to his son as he heads off to war. As the hours tick by, the fog is clearing and being replaced by shocking information that churns our insides. A NOAM graduate and some children and adults from our kehillot are among the many dozens of Continue Reading »

WLCJ Statement on Israel at War

Posted on October 8, 2023

Sunday, October 8, 2023 | 24th of Tishrei, 5784 At shul this weekend, we read the words of encouragement spoken to Joshua as he faced a harrowing time when crossing over the River Jordan, facing hostile elements in Israel: Chazak v’Ematz, be strong and have courage. At the same time, reports were trickling in of Continue Reading »

WLCJ Statement on the loss of United States Senator Dianne Feinstein

Posted on October 4, 2023

Women’s League for Conservative Judaism mourns the loss of United States Senator Dianne Feinstein, long-serving from California, and a model for Jewish women who wanted to advocate for change. Feinstein, 90, who died September 29, 2023, served in the Senate for more than three decades as its longest-serving woman. Feinstein was the leader on the Continue Reading »

WL Board and Torah Fund Cabinet Meetings + Lunch in the Sukkah + JTS Tour: All in One Day!

Posted on October 4, 2023

We held our first hybrid Women’s League Board of Directors and Torah Fund Cabinet meetings of this fiscal year yesterday, October 3rd, at the Jewish Theological Seminary. It was wonderful to see our Sisters in-person and on Zoom. Here are some photos of the day.             

Looking to the Future: Events for Youth & Students

Posted on October 4, 2023

On TRY, Tichon Ramah Yerushalayim, Israel is your classroom and Jerusalem is your home. Open to 10th-12th grade North American Jewish high school students. Spend the best semester of your life in Israel this spring! Aliza Zeff, TRY Director, will be traveling to North America after Sukkot. If you are considering TRY for your child, Continue Reading »

A message from the WLCJ Programming Team

Posted on October 2, 2023

Are you missing those days back in July like we are? We continue to look at the pictures!! We continue to feel those hugs!!   Sunday was informative… Leadership and Opening Plenum Monday was celebratory… B’not Mitzvah — Torah Fund — Seminaries — Installation Tuesday was a Party… Sisters Around the World — Jewels in Continue Reading »