Related Links

Reform Judaism Links

Association of Reform Zionists of America (ARZA) 
ARZA is an affiliate of the Union for Reform Judaism. They are the vehicle for the mass participation of American Reform Jews, focusing on Israel, with an emphasis on advocacy and travel; and Zionist education in America. Last year, your Board of Trustees voted to support ARZA and you have received mailings asking for you to support the goal that the Reform viewpoint is heard within important international bodies that allocate funds to worldwide Jewish communities.

Religious Action Center (RAC) 
Based in Washington, DC, the RAC was established in 1961 to serve as a liaison between Reform Jews and our government. The RAC follows pending legislation, alerts congregations about issues of concern to Reform Jews, and operates educational programs for youth and adults. It is a current events-based committee and I whole-heartedly encourage everyone to visit their web site, get on their mailing lists and support this fine organization.

Ten Minutes of Torah 
The URJ will send you a one-page e-mail each day on a topic of Jewish interest. All you need to do is find 10 minutes a day to "do Torah".

Union for Reform Judaism (URJ)  
This is Congregation Shalom's parent organization, serving as the central body for the over 900 reform congregations in North America. Their web site is a valuable resource for all sorts of information on topics such as Life Long Jewish Learning, Jewish Family Concerns, Outreach, Social Action, Youth Activities and Worship.

Women of Reform Judaism  
Also known as The Federation of Temple Sisterhoods, this is the women's agency of the Union for Reform Judaism, the central body of Reform Judaism in North America.

Hebrew Union College- Jewish Institute of Religion
Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion is the intellectual, academic, spiritual, and professional leadership development center of Reform Judaism.

North American Federation of Temple Youth  
The Reform Movement's national youth group's site offers information about NFTY, summer Israel programs, etc.

Central Conference of American Rabbis
The CCAR was founded in 1889. Its members are the body of rabbis who consider themselves and are considered to be the organized rabbinate of Reform Judaism.

Its members consist of Reform Rabbis ordained at the HUC-JIR Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institure of Religion, as well as Reform Rabbis ordained at liberal seminaries in Europe, and some rabbis who joined the Reform movement sometime subsequent to ordination. Most of the latter were ordained either at the Conservative Jewish Theological Seminary or the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College.

American Conference of Cantors
Founded in 1953, the American Conference of Cantors is a thriving professional organization that currently represents over 450 cantors in North America and around the world as k'lei kodesh (holy vessels), serving the diverse needs of K'lal Yisrael (the Jewish people). The ACC exists to support its members in their sacred calling as emissaries for Judaism and for Jewish music.  We draw upon the energies and aspirations of our members through a shared and dynamic vision of programs and initiatives that respond to the needs of the greater Reform community.  The ACC is an affiliate of the Union for Reform Judaism.

National Association of Temple Administrators
The National Association of Temple Administrators is the professional organization founded in 1941 for those who serve Reform Synagogues as executives, administrators, or managers. The organization has more than 400 members from the United States, Australia, Canada, and Great Britian. NATA is dedicated to improving the management of Judaism's key institution- the synagogue. NATA is an affiliate of the Union of Reform Judaism.

 

In Wisconsin

Milwaukee Jewish Federation  
Through the development of community-wide financial support, planning and allocations, the mission of the Milwaukee Jewish Federation is to ensure the continuity of the Jewish people, to enhance the quality of Jewish life and to build a strong unified Jewish community in Milwaukee, in Israel and throughout the world.

Olin-Sang Ruby Union Institute   
OSRUI is located in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin and sits on over 200 acres of land adjacent to Lac LaBelle -- a clear inland lake over seven miles around. Over the summer, approximately 1000 campers from North America and beyond attend OSRUI.

Jewish Student Organizations
Jewish Student Organizations on Wisconsin campuses such as the Hillel Foundation of Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Jewish Day School 
The primary goal of the school is to instill and impart to each student a positive Jewish identity and a love and commitment to the Jewish people. MJDS comprises a unique cross-section of families from the greater Milwaukee area, representing Reform, Conservative, Orthodox and Reconstructionist affiliations.

Jewish Community Center of Milwaukee
The Jewish Community Center is a non-profit, social service agency founded upon Jewish ethics and values. It is committed to meeting the ever changing needs of the entire Jewish community for strengthening Jewish identity and enriching the quality of Jewish Life.

Jewish Family Services of Milwaukee
JFS has been quietly strengthening families in our community for more than 135 years.

Milwaukee Jewish Council for Community Relations
The Milwaukee Jewish Council for Community Relations speaks as the representative voice of the Jewish community on its public affairs and community relations issues.

 

Miscellaneous

Jewish National Fund  
Since its founding in 1901, Jewish National Fund has been a vital part of Zionist history, achieving its goal of purchasing the land that would become the State of Israel, helping to develop that land into a thriving nation, and protecting Israel's environment.

Jewish Virtual Library   

MyJewishLearning.com   

Go Israel  

Calendar of Jewish Holidays
A calendar of upcoming Jewish holidays.

JDate.com
The largest Jewish singles network.

Maven
Your personal guide to thousands of Jewish/Israel links.

Virtual Jerusalem
Virtual Jerusalem is a regularly updated index of neighborhoods covering the full spectrum of Jewish and Israeli life, including arts and entertainment, science and technology, business and finance, religion, politics, travel, children and education. It provides Israeli and Jewish headline news, daily features, study classes, Israel vacation guide, an extensive on-line Jerusalem photo gallery and advertisements, and a chat feature where visitors can discuss issues with other visitors from around the world.

 

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