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The Conversion Controversy

By Edmund Case and Micah Sachs

Why the Reform movement needs to be careful with its conversion campaign, and why a new study on converts is suspect.

By Ellen Bernstein

A new Jew reveals her rapture at joining Judaism.

By Bonni Goldberg

Now that her husband is Jewish, Bonni Goldberg has mixed feelings.

A Jew-by-Choice's Thoughts on the Reform Movement's Initiative to Invite Conversion, Plus Interviews with Others By Gina Hagler
She welcomes the welcoming attitude, but is perturbed by the push for conversion.
A Service of Welcoming and Inclusion: Welcoming a Jew-by-Choice without Alienating Non-Jews By Rabbi Lev Baesh
How a Sufi and a tallis came together one magical night at synagogue.
Opening Our Gates and Arms: Adopting Judaism, Adopting Jews By Miriam Jerris
The Secular Humanistic movement asks for identification and study--not conversion.
The Turning Point By Elaine K. Markowitz
Uncomfortable with Christianity, Gail Michaels found love with her Jewish husband--and a new spiritual path in Judaism.

Letter to the Editor of the New Jersey Jewish News, Responding to Edmund Case By Steven M. Cohen
Jewish sociologist Steven Cohen explains his views on intermarriage--and takes issue with our publisher.
	The Hour: Open a Secular Door to Judaism By Leonard Fein
Why can't partners join the Jewish people but not the religion?
	New Study Raises Key Questions: How to Promote Active Converts? By Rachel Silverman
American Jewish Committee head says, "We should not see conversion as the end of the story."
	Open Orthodox Conversion to Intermarried Couples, Urges Group By Larry Luxner
If you're ready for a rigorous conversion into religious Judaism, Eternal Jewish Family is ready for you.