Rabbi Nancy Fuchs-Kreimer shares her initial misconceptions about Islam, and what she's learned since. She is Director for Multifaith Studies and Initiatives at the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College.
Interfaith
Rabbi Nancy Fuchs-Kreimer describes ways in which American Jewish communities can form alliances with Muslim-Americans.
This is a series of audio recordings and related documents explaining how one congregation did outreach to unaffiliated and intermarried Jews. It was part of the PEARL series for Kehillah builders and the calls were facilitated by Rabbi Nancy Epstein, RRC '06.
What a Symbol Carries
Seasonal symbols tend to creep up out of nowhere as Christmas approaches. Rabbi Jacob Staub explains his reaction to all the red and green.
Jewish at Christmas
Educating Future Jews: Jewish-Americans or American Jews?
Jews and Fellow Travelers: Appreciating the Gifts of Non-Jewish Partners
Boundaries and Identity: Discussing Where We Stand and Who We Are
In this article, Rabbi Richard Hirsh, RRC '81, discusses the issues of boundaries and identity involved with children of interfaith families. Who is "Jewish" for the purpose of religious school attendance? Why are these discussions important? What gets in the way of having them?