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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 Sample Interfaith Wedding Ceremony
By Rabbi Devon A. LernerProfessional view article containing a sample script of a Jewish-Christian co-officiated ceremony, with an emphasis on the Jewish parts but with elements of both.
Date: 08-01-2012 -
A Catholic Priest's Perspective on Interfaith Marriage
By Reverend Walter H. CueninI would like to offer a few points for reflection based on my thirty years' experience as a priest who has been involved in many interfaith weddings.
Date: 08-01-2012 -
Should We Teach Judaism by Beliefs or by Rituals?
By Rabbi David WolpeRabbi David Wolpe discusses the fraught concept of Jewish belief and the differences between Judaism and Christianity.
Date: 06-06-2007 -
Tips for Interfaith Families: How to Make a Seder Inclusive
By InterfaithFamilyProfessional advice tips for making the seder more accessible to interfaith partners and families, compiled by InterfaithFamily.com.
Date: 08-07-2006 -
One Rabbi's Approach to Interfaith Wedding Ceremonies: Plus a Sample Interfaith Wedding Ceremony
By Rabbi Devon A. LernerProfessional view article about how, given the proper setting, word choice, and symbols, elements of both Christianity and Judaism can be combined to create a personally meaningful wedding ceremony for couples.
Date: 08-17-2006 -
Ten Tips to Enliven the Seder: Ways to Delay That Fifth Question
By Ron WolfsonReprinted professional advice on how to make a Passover seder, fun, engaging, and spiritual for both kids and adults.
Date: 08-07-2006 -
Talking about Your Religious Beliefs: Advice to Interfaith Couples
By Rabbi Elias LiebermanAdvice on how interfaith couples should go about discussing their religions and God, including learning about your partner’s faith before speaking about religion with him or her and being honest with your partner throughout the conversation.
Date: 06-12-2007 -
Understanding the High Holy Days: A Primer for Non-Jewish Partners
By Rabbi Jonathan KrausA rabbi discusses the importance of Rosh Hashanah and the importance of Yom Kippur.
Date: 08-31-2006 -
Strangest Looks
By Amy DominyPersonal narrative of a woman whose non-Jewish in-laws were horrified at her plans for a bris.
Date: 08-01-2012 -
The Life-Cycle of an Interfaith Relationship: Phase One--The Dating Game
By S. Courtney NathanProfessional advice to interdating couples: be sure to have those difficult discussions about family, religion, culture, and expectations for the future before you marry. Article gives some suggestions of important information to share with
Date: 08-01-2012
