Resources for Responding to Israel-Gaza War

by Rabbi Matthew Dreffin, Rabbi Lev Meirowitz Nelson, Rabbi Jenna Shaw
We offer these texts as starting points for rabbis and cantors to speak to their communities after this first full week of war. When we have no real answers to provide people in this painful time of uncertainty, the best we can do is offer teaching that orients and grounds us.
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Immigration Justice Teachings for Sukkot

by Rabbi Matthew Dreffin, Rabbi Lev Meirowitz Nelson, Rabbi Jenna Shaw
The connection between Sukkot and immigration is incredibly rich.
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Israel Resources for Clergy: High Holidays 5784

by Rabbi Matthew Dreffin, Rabbi Lev Meirowitz Nelson, Rabbi Jenna Shaw
Resources for Jewish clergy preparing to talk and teach about Israel on the High Holidays.
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Shabbat Hazon: Massachusetts Reimagining Communities Sermon & Study Toolkit

by Cantor Vera Broekhuysen, with resources from Rabbi Becky Silverstein, Rabbi Jim Morgan, and Rabbi Shahar Colt
T'ruah invites Massachusetts clergy to use this toolkit as a way to connect the decarceration of women and girls in the Commonwealth with Shabbat Hazon.
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Understanding Antisemitism Definitions

by T'ruah Staff
The following definitions and links to more information are provided to give more context on how T'ruah and others understand antisemitism.
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Israel at 75 Resources for Clergy: Shabbat of April 21-22, 2023

by T'ruah Staff
As Jewish clergy we have an obligation to raise our moral voices against injustice being perpetrated at home and abroad.
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How to Use Our Very Brief Guide to Antisemitism

by Rabbi Lev Meirowitz Nelson
As a communal leader, here are some ways you can multiply the impact of our guide. 
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Taking to the Streets: A Checklist for Action

by Assembled by T'ruah
A working document based upon guides from PG Watkins of The BlackOUT Collective and Frontline Election Defenders Tefillat HaDerech (The Travelers’ Prayer): May it be Your will, our God and God of our ancestors, that You lead us in peace and direct our steps in peace, and guide us in peace, and support us in...
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Democracy and Elections

by Compiled by T'ruah
Text studies, divrei Torah, placards, and more resources for elections.
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COVID-19 Seder Supplement

by Rabbi Lev Meirowitz Nelson et al
The supplement offers a discussion activity for the Four Children and a reading to deepen the significance of opening the door for Elijah.
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