Exploring Judaism Writers Fellowship Cohort 2: 2026

Exploring Judaism, the digital home of Conservative/Masorti Judaism, and our Movement’s Center for Human Dignity & Public Policy are partnering to launch a paid, four-month, cohort-based LGBTQ+ Writers Fellowship for Conservative/traditional egalitarian LGBTQ+ writers (18+) to cultivate their professional voice, expand their writing portfolio and network, and share Torah with a broad audience.

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Overview of the Afternoon Service

The Afternoon Service, called Minḥah (or Mincha), is much shorter than the Morning Service and has no unique components. 

Transgender Jewish Flagging

This Alison Bechdel comic may perplex some straight and cisgender readers. But, to members of the LGBTQ+ community, this comic references the trend of queer ...
Honoring and Involving Friends and Family in Your Jewish Wedding

Honoring and Involving Friends and Family in Your Jewish Wedding

Here are some recommendations on how (and when) to involve and include your loved ones in your Jewish wedding.

Soaking and Salting Kosher Meat

After an animal has been butchered, inspected, and forbidden parts removed, the meat still needs to have as much blood removed as possible.
The Eight Steps to Learn to Lead a Prayer Service

The Eight Steps to Learn to Lead a Prayer Service

Interested in leading services for your community? This guide will help you, step by step, take on this amazing communal role.

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