Union For Reform Judaism

Late Diagnosis: A New Language for an Old Story jemerman July 27, 2026 Health and Wellness Image: How my autism diagnosis at 63 inspired me to write my first novel.

How a Mensch Inspired My Mensch-in-the-Making jemerman July 23, 2026 Podcasts Image: “My family learned firsthand that Phil Rosenthal is more than a celebrity; he’s a mensch.”

Torah in Haiku: D’varim jemerman July 23, 2026 Torah Study Image: The weekly Torah portions as interpreted through haiku.

I Will Not Hide Whose I Am jemerman July 17, 2026 Modern Day Issues in Antisemitism Image: The choice to hide my identity was a mirage that I refused to

The Jewish Art of Giving jemerman July 16, 2026 Lifecycle Rituals Image: Discover Judaism’s culture of giving and the different ways you can participate.

Camp Built One of My Most Important Relationships jemerman July 15, 2026 College Life Image: After freshly graduating high school and getting ready for the transition to college, I made

Sending My Son to Camp Taught Me What Statistics Couldn’t jemerman July 15, 2026 Israel Image: At URJ OSRUI Camp, Israeli counselors helped my son understand Israel beyond the headlines.

Camp and Jewish Joy: Antidotes to Antisemitism jemerman July 15, 2026 Summer Youth Experiences Image: Learn how camp gives young people the tools to confront antisemitism.

Koolulam: The Israeli Musical Experience That Turns Strangers into One Voice jemerman July 10, 2026 URJ Biennial Image: How a group musical experience helps people build bridges of understanding.

Staff Discover Love at Summer Camp: Three Stories jemerman July 10, 2026 Summer Youth Experiences Image: Three couples share how they found fun, adventure, and love at URJ camps.