Latinos discover a deep affinity for Judaism that leads them to convert
Latinos discover a deep affinity for Judaism that leads them to convert. When Katya Aguilar, 27, talks about her journey toward Jewish conversion, she often uses the word congruente
The Jewish Journal of Greater Los Angeles,
Thu Dec 03 14:44:09 PST 2009
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Comic charts his somewhat painful path to Judaism
Did comedian Yisrael Campbell convert to Judaism for the jokes? If so, he might have tried to avoid the three circumcisions he underwent en route to becoming a member of the tribe.
J Weekly,
Thu Dec 03 12:49:03 PST 2009
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Spinoza vs. Maimonides, For the Future of Judaism
Maimonides, Spinoza and Us: Toward an Intellectually Vibrant Judaism By Rabbi Marc D. Angel Jewish Lights Publishing, 224 pages, $24.99.
Forward,
Wed Dec 02 12:42:00 PST 2009
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The Christian Myth of Jesus's Birth
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consortiumnews.com,
Sat Dec 05 07:54:01 PST 2009
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Dead Sea scrolls lecture at Towson University
The Baltimore Hebrew Institute, the successor to Baltimore Hebrew University established this year at Towson University, is introducing itself to the greater community on Sunday with a lect...
Baltimore Sun,
Sat Dec 05 00:53:34 PST 2009
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Spiritual Reflections: Receive and pass on the light Christ brings
By David Taylor, Spiritual Reflections One of the classic spiritual tensions is between light and darkness. In our experience of life, darkness manifests itself as fear, brokenness, despair...
The Savage Pacer,
Sat Dec 05 08:24:27 PST 2009
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People of faith speak of morality in health care debate
In Judaism, the Torah doesnt discuss specific public policies about health care, but it is clear that protecting everyones health is an important responsibility for people of faith. Theres ...
Stevens Point Journal,
Sat Dec 05 01:54:50 PST 2009
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Holidays bring faith-related gift ideas
Holiday time is upon us, with Christianity, Islam and Judaism each having special celebrations over the next few weeks. Here are some suggestions for faith-related gifts to give.
Erie Times-News,
Fri Dec 04 21:07:39 PST 2009
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Live overlooking the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, Tovia and Singer and Jeremy Gimpel answer your thought-provoking questions about Israel and Judaism. This show is packed with controversy, in...
Israel National News,
Fri Dec 04 01:50:58 PST 2009
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Expressing Judaism with a paintbrush
An L.A. muralist's latest work, a biblical narrative, took more than three years to complete.
Contra Costa Times,
Wed Dec 02 16:15:47 PST 2009
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Matisyahu is seeing the "Light'
The world's first Hasidic reggae superstar is getting a little unorthodox.
Asbury Park Press,
Sat Dec 05 10:26:10 PST 2009
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Baptist group will protest Hillel Monday
Westboro Baptist Church will protest Monday outside Hillel at 11:30 a.m., speaking out against Judaism and homosexuality. The Kansas-based church
Daily Pennsylvanian,
Thu Dec 03 19:45:16 PST 2009
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Rochester community seeks answers in wake of recent tragedies
For a region that often views itself as immune from urban ills, recent days have shown that the madness has no boundaries. Also: JumpStart cartoon sparks controversy in Rochester
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle,
Sat Dec 05 02:08:15 PST 2009
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Jewish summit set to convene
At least 700 Conservative Jewish leaders will gather in Cherry Hill this week to discuss the challenges facing their movement, and how to better relate to members of the gay community, the ...
Courier-Post,
Sat Dec 05 04:27:35 PST 2009
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To Immerse or Not to Immerse?
My boyfriend was sitting with me at my Reform temple, listening as the rabbi recounted our predicament to make sure he understood the situation.
The Jewish Journal of Greater Los Angeles,
Thu Dec 03 10:31:52 PST 2009
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Faiths can learn from one another
Oh, the weather outside is, well, really cold! Another holiday season is upon us and I don't know about you, but it kind of snuck up on me this year. I don't quite feel ready, and we are wa...
Greeley Tribune,
Sat Dec 05 00:03:49 PST 2009
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Middle Ground blog: The church calls back
I got a return phone call from the Westboro Baptist Church on its planned protests Monday at Cherry Hill High School East (home of fags and perverts, according to Westboro) and the Crowne P...
Courier-Post,
Thu Dec 03 06:13:33 PST 2009
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Speak Out: Keep the Jewish-Catholic dialogue going
Judy Lackritz: Each of us must do his or her part to understand one another.
San Antonio Express-News,
Fri Dec 04 18:37:54 PST 2009
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Milestones, not stats, keep young faith alive
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The Ames Tribune,
Sat Dec 05 01:11:04 PST 2009
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