Conservative
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February 7, 2024, 10:31 am
Why the Conservative movement is changing our approach to interfaith marriage
It’s no wonder that our Conservative/Masorti movement is changing how we engage intermarrying and intermarried couples and families.
By Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal
Some Conservative rabbis have removed the Prayer for the State of Israel from Shabbat services, joining others protesting on the street Israel's government policies. Photo by David Rullo
March 20, 2023, 3:25 pm
Pittsburgh rabbis keep Prayer for the State of Israel despite government’s policies
“If anything,” Adat Shalom Rabbi Yaier Lehrer said, “Israel needs our prayers now more than ever.”
By David Rullo
Pre-pandemic, Darcy Gordon (front) participated in Mitzvah Day with her daughters, Dora (left) and Rebecca and other volunteers. Photo by Darcy Gordon.
February 15, 2022, 11:33 am
Non-Jewish members contribute heartily to synagogue life
Participation isn't limited to Jewish members at most Reform and Conservative synagogues.
By David Rullo
Synagogues regulations vary for members wishing to worship in person. Temple David in Monroeville has readied their congregation with signs in the sanctuary, post-COVID-19. Photo by Barbara Fisher.
April 20, 2021, 10:23 am
Non-Orthodox congregations consider return to in-person worship
“People seem to have accepted the fact that we’re being very cautious and that we’re continually monitoring things with everyone’s best interests at heart."
By David Rullo
Like other congregations, Beth Shalom has had to get creative for fundraising because of the pandemic. Earlier this year, the congregation hosted a "Schlep-A-Thon" where participants circled the building, ending at a balloon decorated finish line.
March 9, 2021, 9:01 am
Membership and revenue down for some Pittsburgh congregations
The financial impact though has been muted for most
By David Rullo
President Donald Trump speaks at the Republican Jewish Coalition's annual leadership meeting at The Venetian Las Vegas, April 6, 2019. A2020 Florida exit poll showed Trump received 41% of the state’s Jewish vote. (Ethan Miller/Getty Images via JTA)
November 25, 2020, 3:57 pm
Many Jews of color and diverse Jews are politically conservative
"We have a long way to go as our communities undertake what should be a complex and disruptive American Jewish diversity project."
By Mijal Bitton
A safety station set up at the entrance of Beth Shalom to help keep members healthy as they return to services (Photo by Jim Busis)
July 1, 2020, 12:54 pm
Non-Orthodox congregations wrestle with the how and when of reopening
With their buildings closed since March, congregations are working on plans to open again for in-person services
By David Rullo
Shuly Rubin Schwartz was named the eighth chancellor of the Jewish Theological Seminary in its 134-year history.Photo by Ellen Dubin Photograph
June 10, 2020, 1:33 pm
JTS’s first female chancellor is Shuly Rubin Schwartz
She shares her plans for the seminary and getting through the pandemic
By Shira Hanau
Photo by Mendy Hechtman/Flash90
October 25, 2018, 4:16 pm
Conservative rabbis can now attend intermarriages
Conservative rabbis still may not officiate in any way at marriages between a Jew and a non-Jew.
By Ben Sales JTA
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