Archive: September 2020

Washing on Yom Kippur

Posted on August 31, 2020

By Rabbi Aaron Alexander Please note that this is not an official responsum of the CJLS. Do the restrictions on washing hands, etc.. during Yom Kippur apply this year, considering the benefits of hygiene in slowing the spread of COVID-19? They do not. Washing/sanitizing hands is not only permitted, but required in most circumstances. Read Continue Reading »

Hoikhe Kedushah on Yamim Noraim

Posted on August 31, 2020

Prepared by Rabbi Jeremy Kalmanofsky Please note that this is not an official responsum of the CJLS. The exigent circumstances of the Covid pandemic challenge Masorti communities on how to manage tefillot this Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur. The CJLS has offered several optional formats for truncating and streamlining services. Some of this guidance on abbreviated services Continue Reading »

High Holiday Seder Companion (Honey Foundation for Israel)

Posted on August 27, 2020

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The Akedah Project (Jewish Live)

Posted on August 27, 2020

The Akedah Project – exploring the story of the binding of Isaac from a variety of perspectives from prominent scholars, teachers, thinkers, activists, and artists

Rosh Hashanah Seder Webinar

Posted on August 27, 2020

Join us to learn about Hit’hadshut, a High Holiday seder for renewal of ourselves and the world. Our presenters will share the inspiration and ideas behind the seder’s creation and will advise us on best tips for using the seder. The seder will be available as a free PDF for all. Click here to view Continue Reading »

Sample: Consent for Live Streaming

Posted on August 26, 2020

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