Tag: SJC Reader 5785

A poetic commentary and reflection on A Racial Justice Vidui/Confessional for 5785/2024's High Holiday Season.

Rabbi-Cantor Michael McCloskey, Social Justice Commission October 8, 2024 Yom Kippur Yom Kippur in Synagogue

God wants us to act and open our hearts. This prayer reminds us that when we do justice work, we are doing G!d’s work.

Rabbi Dr. J.B. Sacks September 23, 2024 Blessings Daily Living

We offer this contemporary “Ashamnu,” confession, for this moment. Some of the sins are ours, others are part of society's complex systems.

Rabbi-Cantor Michael McCloskey September 23, 2024 High Holidays Holidays

A short prayer, inspired by and quoting the Prophet Isaiah, connecting us to nature, the environment, and all of creation.

Rabbi Nina Beth Cardin, Rabbi Avram Israel Reisner September 23, 2024 Climate and Environment High Holidays

Engaging with Operation Isaiah is a demand to eliminate the scourge of hunger. May we see the day when healthy food is available to all.

Rabbi Daniel J. Isaak, Social Justice Commission September 23, 2024 Food High Holidays

May the shofar blasts become our catalysts inspiring us to civic participation and the preservation of our democracy.

Rabbi Josh Ratner, Social Justice Commission September 23, 2024 Elul High Holidays

The shofar's call urges us to examine our own biases and privileges, to stand in solidarity and to advocate for change.

puck glass, Rabbi Dr. J.B. Sacks, Social Justice Commission September 23, 2024 Elul High Holidays

May our casting of the bread upon the waters lead to a concerted common effort to confront and confound racism throughout the New Year.

Rabbi Dr. J.B. Sacks, Social Justice Commission September 23, 2024 High Holidays Holidays

May these Days of Awe help us understand more deeply and act more forcefully on behalf of the enslaved and marginalized in our society.

Rabbi Amy Eilberg, Social Justice Commission September 22, 2024 High Holidays Holidays

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