Relationships
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.
Go To LGBTQ RelationshipsAn overview of ways you can perform mitzvot, including observing Shabbat, doing Jewish rituals and showing hospitality.
Date: 04-04-2010We're not trying to get you to convert--no pressure--this is just a good opportunity to answer questions you might have about conversion to Judaism.
Date: 12-29-2009Overview of Reconstructionist conversion.
Date: 12-29-2009Part of the Guide to Shabbat for Interfaith Families.
Date: 05-21-2009Unlike other Jewish holidays that are more centered on children, Rosh Hashanah and especially Yom Kippur are primarily adult holidays. What do the children get out of it?
Date: 09-14-2009Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are the most popular times of year for Jews to go to synagogue, but they also present an atypical synagogue experience.
Date: 09-14-2009How can you find a spiritual practice in Judaism, whether you came from a Jewish background or grew up in another religious tradition? We offer some ideas and resources.
Date: 04-04-2010What is Rosh Hashanah? Why is there a Jewish New Year?
Date: 09-14-2009Going to synagogue to pray all day when you don't usually go ever is like climbing a mountain after walking around the block once or twice.
Date: 09-15-2009Some Jewish holiday celebrations are mainly at home. Rosh Hashanah is more about what we do at synagogue, but there are some home observances, too.
Date: 09-14-2009