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Everything you always wanted to know about Jewish Holidays…
Jewish information and education geared toward learners of all ages and educational backgrounds. Terrifically informative website with ritual and historical information, book recommendations and hands-on practical information.
Holiday prayers and rituals
Thought provoking articles about each Jewish holiday and prayers and rituals to incorporate in holiday observance.
Everything you always wanted to know about Shabbat…
Jewish information and education geared toward learners of all ages and educational backgrounds. Terrifically informative website with ritual and historical information, book recommendations and hands-on practical information.
Shabbat prayers and rituals
Thought provoking articles about Shabbat observance and prayers and rituals to enhance your Shabbat experience.
Celebrating Sacred Moments and Lifecycle:
Judaism guides us to elevate and celebrate as many moments in our lives as possible — everything from harvesting the first cherry tomato in your garden, to a graduation or coming out ceremony. Check out these websites for prayers, rituals and ideas for hallowing our lives.
Bar/Bat Mitzvah:
The Jewish tradition of being called to the Torah for the first time in one’s life occurs as a child is transitioning into adolescence and then adulthood. The Bar/Bat Mitzvah ritual can be a powerful affirmation of the young adult’s increased freedom and responsibility.
Adolescence and Ritual
Includes prayers and ritual ideas for adolescence and bar/bat mitzvah.
Bar/Bat Mitzvah
An informative website with interesting articles, history and explanations about bar/bat mitzvah.
Many beautiful rituals and customs accompany this exciting time of life. The websites below include information about pre-wedding rituals, engagement, Jewish weddings, interfaith weddings, commitment ceremonies and Jewish divorce.
From Engagement to Wedded Bliss
As with all Jewish lifecycle events, Judaism provides the framework and rituals to ease us through this painful time of loss. The websites below guide us through preparing for death, sitting shiva, funeral preparations and saying kaddish. Whether you are moving through the valley of the shadow of death, or accompanying a loved one on this difficult path, these resources should help bring comfort and answer and questions you may have.
Death and Mourning Practical Information
Learning:
We’re not called the “people of the book” for nothing – Judaism has vast treasures of wisdom and Jewish learning has never been easier or more accessible. Check out these websites for Torah commentaries, interesting articles and insights from our tradition.
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Judaism…
A trans-denominational website of Jewish information and education geared toward learners of all ages and educational backgrounds. Terrifically informative with ritual and historical information, book recommendations and hands-on practical information.
Liberal Jewish Insights
Provides provocative and interesting insights for each week’s torah portion.
Sponsored by the Union for Reform Judaism.
Torah podcasts
Provides weekly podcasts, torah commentaries and other interesting and relevant torah commentaries.
Florence Melton Adult Mini-School
No on-line resources can take the place of learning with a community. The Florence Melton Adult Mini-School is the largest pluralistic adult Jewish education network in the world. These community-based schools offer adults the opportunity to acquire Jewish literacy in an open, trans-denominational, intellectually stimulating learning environment. There are a variety of classes in the Miami-Dade area.
Food is a source of nourishment, joy, celebration and sustenance in our tradition. Take a few moments to digest all of these on-line offerings.
Recipes and more
A trans-denominational website of Jewish information with mouth watering recipes and other Jewish cultural information.
The Jew and the Carrot
A cornucopia of contemporary thinking, resources and recipes for Jews who want to both eat well and care for our planet.
Conscientious Eating
Magen Tzedek is the new ethical certification seal that will be introduced to the kosher food industry in the coming months. Learn more about mindful eating here.
Recipe Search
Search for a Jewish recipe by ingredient or holiday.
Synagogues and Community Resources (Miami-Dade):
Temple Beth Sholom
A welcoming Reform synagogue on Miami Beach with Shabbat and holiday services, a preschool, adult education and much more.
Miami Synagogue Listings
Sponsored by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation. Provides listings of synagogues, Jewish schools, Jewish agencies and happenings of Jewish interest.
The Florence Melton Adult Mini-School
The Florence Melton Adult Mini-School is the largest pluralistic adult Jewish education network in the world. These community-based schools offer adults the opportunity to acquire Jewish literacy in an open, trans-denominational, intellectually stimulating learning environment. There are a variety of classes in the Miami-Dade area.
Jewish Telegraphic Agency
The global news service of the Jewish people. Includes breaking news, investigative reporting, in-depth analysis, opinion and features on current events and issues of interest to the Jewish people.
The Forward
Progressive weekly newspaper.
Part of being a Jew is understanding our role in Tikkun Olam – Healing the World. Learn about all the different ways you can make a difference through these resources.
Religious Action Center
A source of advocacy information and global social action projects. Sponsored by the Union for Reform Judaism.
American Jewish World Service
A nonprofit organization dedicated to providing nonsectarian humanitarian assistance and emergency relief to disadvantaged people worldwide.
Jewish Funds for Justice
A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people in the United States achieve social and economic security and opportunity. Resources include articles on Judaism and social justice, text study and a speakers’ bureau.
Hazon
A nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a healthier and more sustainable Jewish community through organizing CSA’s (Community Supported Agricultural initiatives), bike rides, food conferences and more.
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