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Additional Piyyutim for Use on the Yamim Noraim
Although Mahzor Lev Shalem contains many more piyyutim than was true of the previous RA mahzor, several rabbis, cantors, and lay leaders have requested three additional piyyutim.
Home Observances: Shabbat
One-page sheets containing Shabbat rituals and blessings for the home.
RAworld: A Virtual Community for Colleagues
We are excited to add another way for our hevre to connect with one another. Whether you're new to the Rabbinical Assembly or celebrating your 50th year in the rabbinate, RAworld is a virtual community for RA members. Join our network to: Keep...
In Recognition of 50 Year Rabbis
Remarks from the class: Rabbi Ezra M. Finkelstein, rabbi emeritus, Midway Jewish Center, Syosset,...
Azkarat Neshamot 2011
In memory of departed colleagues. Rabbi Jeffrey A. Wohlberg, rabbi emeritus, Adas Israel Congregation, Washington, D.C.Cantor Avraham Alpert, Temple Beth Sholom, Las Vegas, NVCantor Andres Kornworcel, Midbar Kodesh Temple, Henderson,...
Dvar Torah 2011- Tuesday
Presented March 29, 2011 by Dr. Arnold M. Eisen, chancellor, The Jewish Theological SeminaryPresented at RA Convention...
Reception Honoring Elliot Schoenberg
Featuring teaching by Eliezer Diamond, and reflections from Mauricio Balter, Aaron Brusso, and Elliot Schoenberg.
This audio was originally recorded on December 8,...
Creating a Culture of Success in Conservative Judaism
Presenters: Rabbi Mauricio Balter, Congregation Eshel Avraham, Beer Sheva, Israel; Rabbi David-Seth Kirshner, Temple Emanu-El, Closter, NJ; Rabbi Francine G. Roston, Congregation Beth El, South Orange, NJChair: Rabbi Alan B. Lucas, Temple Beth...
Hodesh Tov - Sivan
"Literary analysis of El Maley Rachamim for Victims of the Shoah"by Rabbi Moshe Silberschein, Dean of the Schechter Rabbinical SeminaryThe texts discussed in this podcast can be accessed...
Resolution on Religious Options for Marriage in Israel
Whereas the Rabbinical Assembly upholds the mitzvah of marriage with huppah and kiddushin;
Whereas the current climate established by the Orthodox religious authorities in Israel leads unfortunately to a large number of Israeli couples to...
Resolution on the Conversion Process in Israel
Whereas the Rabbinical Assembly is committed to conversion according to halakhah and requires appropriate study and observance as well as milah/hatafat dam brit (ritual circumcision) and t’vilah (mikveh);
Whereas the Rabbinical Assembly...