From the URJ- "What can I and my congregation do now to help the people of Israel?"
Now is the time for us to stand with Israel in solidarity. There is much to be done - and much you can do to show Israel that we care. To help you as you organize efforts in your local communities, the Union for Reform Judaism and ARZA have gathered prepared resources, all of which are accessible online at www.urj.org/Israel.
Your voice needs to be heard. Attend the rally in your community. Write letters to your editor. Post a sign on your congregation's lawn saying We Stand With Israel. Contact your elected leaders about congregational joint resolutions and legislation, let them know that we appreciate the Bush administration's immediate condemnation of the unwarranted attacks on Israel, and tell them that we welcome the news that Secretary of State Rice will be traveling to the Middle East. Sign Up legislative alerts for legislative alerts. View the ARZA site for additional ideas and programs.Your voice is important. Join the ARZA leadership mission July 23-28 to Israel, which will include visits to Haifa, congregations in northern Israel, HUC students and NFTY teens. Details will be posted on ARZA's website.
Donate Now
As we did in 2002, the Union has created the 2006 Israel Emergency Fund . Contribution will be used to help Israelis impacted by the crisis.
Add Your Voice
We welcome your thoughts and suggestions. We've created an online form for you to express your hopes and fears and to read stories from Israel. Join the discussion on the Reform Movement Israel Blog .
Israel from the URJ
Join our Israel Connection Committee- Make a difference!
Join our newly forming Israel Connection Committtee- a group devoted to action not meeting. Contact Rabbi Kaiserman to volunteer.
