How to make a Shiva Call after a tragedy
By Amanda Bradley (Kveller via JTA) — Every shiva is hard, but some are harder than others. Recently I went to the latter: a shiva for our friend who was…
Opinion
Op-Ed: For black Orthodox Jews, constant racism is exhausting
By Chava Shervington NEW YORK (JTA) – When I was 24, an Orthodox matchmaker tried to set me up on a date with a man…
The Rebbetzin at the Iftar
by Rabbanit Batya Ivry-Friedman A priest, an imam and a rebbetzin walk into an Iftar… On Sunday, July 5, the fast of the 17th Tamuz,…
A Word from CIJA: Happy Canada Day
By David J. Cape (July 1) As Canadians from all walks of life gather to celebrate Canada Day tomorrow, it is worth remembering the remarkable…
Kira Blumer: The pursuit of greatness in the Jewish community
by Kira Blumer – ROI Community is an international network of activists and change makers who are redefining Jewish engagement for a new generation of…