Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism

Donate to Religious Action Center Giving Tuesday 2025 2x Match Alert! Dare to Imagine a More Just World by supporting the RAC. The Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism is the social justice engine of the Reform Movement—and every dollar you give wil...

The RAC is the social justice engine of the Reform Movement—and every dollar donated this Giving Tuesday will be matched by Mark and Marie Schwartz until midnight tonight. Double your impact: donate.reformjudaism.org/campaign/738...

Perspective: Healthy religious freedom depends on protections for all constitutional rights Just as freedom of religion enhances all other rights, a reaffirmation of these constitutional rights is crucial to protecting our liberty of conscience.

Just as freedom of religion enhances all other rights, a reaffirmation of these constitutional rights is crucial to protecting our liberty of conscience.

RAC Director Emeritus, David Saperstein, and Chris Stevenson weigh in for Deseret News:

Central Conference of American Rabbis Laments Shooting of National Guard Personnel - Central Conference of American Rabbis December 1, 2025 The Central Conference of American Rabbis grieves the heinous shooting of two members of the West Virginia National Guard, taking the life of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and severely w...

Central Conference of American Rabbis Laments Shooting of National Guard Personnel: www.ccarnet.org/central-conf...

Reform Jewish Leaders’ Statement on the Anti-Zionist Protest at New York’s Park East Synagogue: urj.org/press-room/r...

We and thrilled to announce that distinguished author Imam Mohamed Magid will be speaking at #Consultation2025. He is the Resident Scholar at the All Dulles Area Muslim Society w/ more than 30 yrs of experience in advancing interfaith dialogue, human rights, and community development.

We must use the tools at our disposal to protect our communities and ensure a just and compassionate immigration policy. Add your name to our petition:
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Guided by the words of Genesis 1:27, that all people are created b’tzelem Elohim (in the Divine image) and deserve dignity and respect, @rabbirickjacobs.bsky.social signed onto a statement supporting trans, intersex and nonbinary people alongside 9 other major religious organizations. bit.ly/3WUzr2i

Rabbi Laurence Milder offers us this prayer for Veterans Day, honoring all who served. Thank you for your courage and sacrifice.

This Sunday, November 16 at 12:00 p.m. ET, join us for the first regional in-person gathering of the Jews of Color Leadership Network at Congregation Beth Elohim in New York City. Register: bit.ly/JOC_NYC

Connect with fellow leaders, share ideas, and build community!

Justices decline case seeking to overturn landmark same-sex marriage ruling The high court turned down a petition from Kim Davis, a former county clerk in Kentucky who objected on religious grounds to issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples.

We commend the Court’s decision to decline a case that could have undermined marriage equality. For nearly 50 years, we have proudly affirmed civil rights of LGBTQ+ people. We celebrate the Court’s choice to uphold equality and not turn back the clock on justice. www.politico.com/news/2025/11...

Rabbi Stacy Rigler reflects on the responsibility of being a #WZC delegate in Israel last week, stating: "In our unity, we found purpose. And in our shared purpose, we found the inspiration to keep building a more inclusive, just, and hopeful Jewish state."

More: www.vote4reform.org/wzc-blog/the...

Faith Groups Condemn All Time Low Refugee Resettlement Goal - Interfaith Immigration Coalition President Trump's historically low and exclusionary refugee ceiling for 2026 sparked wide condemnation from faith organizations.

Last week, the Trump administration announced a historically low refugee resettlement goal. Read our interfaith statement urging the administration and Congress to reverse course and commit to a refugee policy rooted in compassion, fairness, & dignity: www.interfaithimmigration.org/2025/10/31/i...

Being Jewish on Campus: Realities, Challenges, and How We Can Help Jewish college students are navigating a tense and often isolating environment. In this powerful online panel, students, Reform rabbis, and a professor share what campus life has been like, how it’s i...

Jewish college students are navigating a tense and often isolating environment. In this powerful online panel, students, Reform rabbis, and a professor will share what campus life has been like, how it’s impacting young Jews, and what’s helping them stay grounded. Register: bit.ly/RJ_OnCampus

The People of New York City Have Spoken Over a hard-fought and deeply polarizing campaign, New Yorkers heard extensively from the candidates and each other. In this moment, we urge the Jewish community to help lower the temperature, listen ...

The People of New York City Have Spoken: Statement from the Union for Reform Judaism regarding the New York Mayoral Election Results.

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Shout-out to our amazing leaders! Three of our leaders from RAC‑NJ volunteered with Election Protection, a non-partisan effort to help ensure every eligible voter’s voice is heard.

Thank you for your service and for helping to protect our democracy!

Today marks the 7th yahrzeit of the shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. This antisemitic tragedy is part of a broader pattern of religious bigotry. Urge Congress to pass the Pray Safe Act to strengthen security resources for houses of worship: www.votervoice.net/URJ/Campaign...

Anyone saying Jews face a simple choice in the NYC mayoral election is not paying attention - Jewish Telegraphic Agency Rabbi Rick Jacobs, head of the Reform movement, weighs in.

@rabbirickjacobs.bsky.social, URJ president and NYC voter, urges New Yorkers to give careful consideration to their choice for mayor in the upcoming election @jta.org: https://www.jta.org/2025/10/27/ideas/anyone-saying-jews-face-a-simple-choice-in-the-nyc-mayoral-election-is-not-paying-attention

Arthur Waskow, activist rabbi who brought Jewish spiritual wisdom to bear on progressive politics, dies at 92 - Jewish Telegraphic Agency Waskow was arrested more than two dozen times for his activism. He also wrote more than two dozen books.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Rabbi Arthur Waskow, who inspired generations with his bold fusion of Jewish spiritual wisdom and progressive activism. We mourn the loss of this remarkable scholar, teacher & change-maker. May his memory be a blessing and a source of strength for us always.

It was a pleasure join civil rights partners, including @blackvotersmatterfund.org @civilrightsorg.bsky.social @maya4rights.bsky.social

Today, Rabbi @jonahpesner.bsky.social spoke at a rally outside the U.S. Supreme Court as justices heard oral arguments in Louisiana v. Callais, a landmark voting rights case concerning Louisiana's Congressional maps, racial gerrymandering, and the future of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

Register for this evening's online event: urj.org/holdinghope.

Rabbi Josh Weinberg, Vice President, Union for Reform Judaism, and Executive Director, ARZA, spoke with Scripps News today, reflecting on the release of the hostages and looking to the journey ahead. ... Rabbi Josh Weinberg, Vice President, Union for Reform Judaism, and Executive Director, ARZA, spoke with Scripps News today, reflecting on the release of the hostages and looking to the journey ahead..

Rabbi Josh Weinberg, Vice President, URJ, and Executive Director, ARZA, spoke with Scripps News today, reflecting on the release of the hostages and looking to the journey ahead.
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Reform Movement Statement on the Release of the Remaining Israeli Hostages Our brothers and sisters who were held in unimaginable conditions by Hamas are now free and have reunited with their loved ones.

Statement from the Reform Movement on the Release of the Remaining Israeli Hostages:

Join us Wed. 10/15, 8PM ET/5PM PT for “Holding Hope: A Reform Movement Gathering Marking the Release of our Hostages." Through music, poetry and prayer, we will honor what we have carried together, as we close this dark chapter and open our hearts to what comes next. Register: urj.org/holdinghope

Reform Movement Statement on Hostage and Ceasefire Plan After two years of seemingly endless war, we welcome the news that an end is finally in sight.

Reform Movement Statement on Hostage and Ceasefire Plan

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: The State of Religious Freedom Today with Rabbi David Saperstein and Nadine Epstein. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining ... David Saperstein is a rabbi, lawyer and leader who served as United States Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom. He has spent decades at the forefront of the Jewish social justice m...

Join Moment Magazine tomorrow for this free "Zoominar," "The State of Religious Freedom Today" with Emeritus Director of the RAC, Rabbi David Saperstein and Nadine Epstein. Register: bit.ly/MomentLive_R...

Yesterday, Rabbi Jonah Pesner, the Director of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, had the profound honor of leading the Mourner’s Kaddish at the Sukkah of Hope commemoration of October 7 sponsored by the Hostages and Missing Families Forum. #BringThemHomeNow. 🎗️

Recently, RAC staff met with @repdangoldman.bsky.social, @khanna.house.gov, and @repgreglandsman.bsky.social to discuss immigration, Israel, antisemitism, and other Reform Movement priorities. We look forward to continued partnership with these members of Congress!

Join the RAC, Jews United for Democracy and Justice, and partners this Thursday for Raids, Rights & Reckonings: America’s Immigration Crossroads - a virtual event exploring immigration justice in America, featuring speakers from @calfund.bsky.social @truahrabbis.bsky.social @nytimes.com @latimes.com

Last weekend, RAC Director @jonahpesner.bsky.social gave the opening prayer at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Prayer Breakfast. It was great to see @repyvetteclarke.bsky.social, @alsobrooks.senate.gov, @repjamesclyburn.bsky.social, NAACP Pres. Derrick Johnson, and TN Rep. Justin Pearson.