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I Chose a Non-Jew--and the Non-Jew Chose JudaismBy Lyssa Friedman
A personal narrative of a woman whose partner converted to Judaism while she remained conflicted.
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A Call To Jewish Service
By Lisa EisenVolunteer work in the community should become a defining feature of Jewishness.
Date: 01-28-2009 -
Equal and Meaningful Learning for Any Jew, Anytime, Anywhere
By Danielle EskowCreating inclusive, welcoming learning opportunities for all of the Jewish community, including interfaith families and patrilineal Jews, should be a priority for this generation.
Date: 04-11-2012 -
The History of Intermarriage
By Karen KushnerIntermarriage isn't new, although opinions have shifted over time. Discuss the history while examining why there have been such strong feelings against interfaith marriages in the Jewish community, why this desire exists to build fences, and where the idea that mixing with other cultures will destroy Judaism comes from.
Date: 01-05-2012 -
10 Questions Non-Jewish Partners in Interfaith Couples Ask
By InterfaithFamilyFrequently asked questions by non-Jewish partners in interfaith couples.
Date: 07-19-2007 -
10 Questions Jewish Partners in Interfaith Couples Ask
By InterfaithFamilyFrequently asked questions by Jewish partners in interfaith couples.
Date: 07-19-2007 -
Non-Jewish Mothers of Jewish Children Face Some Hard Choices
By Sue FishkoffA news article discussing non-Jewish mothers raising Jewish children and the disconnection they may feel from their family, sparking a stronger desire to convert to Judaism as well.
Date: 07-24-2007 -
Opening Up Communication in an Interfaith Relationship
By Dr. Paula BrodyA professional view/advice article about communication in interfaith relationships and the importance of discussing each partner’s individual religious needs before discussing religious questions involving children.
Date: 06-15-2007 -
What Jews and Christians Should Know about Each Other: An Important Primer on the Two Religions
By Rabbi Bruce KaddenAn informative article that explains the many differences between Judaism and Christianity, despite their similar history and values.
Date: 06-08-2007 -
Young Interfaith Couples Find Welcome in the Jewish Community Through InterfaithFamily.com, A Recent Survey Reports
By InterfaithFamilyArticle about the results of Interfaithfamily.com’s 2000 survey on web use, including information about who uses Interfaithfamily.com, what they use it for, and what they would like to see offered in the future.
Date: 02-23-2007 -
Samuel Lerer, an American Rabbi Who Converted Mexicans, Dies at 89
By Corrie MacLagganA news article announcing the death of Rabbi Samuel Lerer and reflecting on his life.
Date: 06-11-2007
