Jewish Reconstructionist Federation

RA'ASHAN - A RECONSTRUCTIONIST NOISEMAKER: Happy Hanukah!

Welcome to JRF NY/NJ online! Our electronic Ra'ashan provides up-to-date information about upcoming events, recent news, and exciting programming happening within our congregations, our region, and nationally in the Reconstructionist movement. We hope that this webpage faciliatates networking, provides engaging program ideas and encourages involvement within the 14 congregations of our regions and the wider Reconstructionist community. To add any events or announcements to this page, please email office18@aol.com.

"Judaism continues to evolve."
--Mordecai Kaplan, founder of Reconstructionist Judaism

Who is a Reconstructionist? This question certainly does not have a definitive answer. However, Kaplan's powerful words concisely describe the central philosophy of Reconstructionist Judaism: to maintain an ever-changing, pluralistic, and globally aware community. JRF strives to uphold Reconstructionist values by encouraging widespread participation from the movement's eclectic and diverse membership. From our unique prayerbooks and haggadot, to youth and camping activities, to professional development for Hebrew school teachers and synagogue leaders, to on-line resources and customized consultations, to conferences and Shabbatonim, JRF's primary mission is to promote a vibrant approach to Jewish life.

Questions, concerns, or input? Do not hesitate to contact our NY/NJ regional Director Melanie Schneider at (mschneider@jrf.org).For information regarding JRF offices and regional resources contact (212)870-2483 or visit www.jrf.org.