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The Black Jewish community mourns the death of Rabbi Michael Lerner
Rabbi Michael Lerner, a passionate advocate for social justice and spiritual renewal, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2024, at the age of 81[1][2]. Born in Newark, New Jersey, Rabbi Lerner’s journey led him to
PBS Documentary with Chief Rabbi Funnye
Exciting News: Chief Rabbi Capers Funnye to Feature in PBS Documentary on Blacks and Jews in America We are thrilled to announce that Chief Rabbi Capers Funnye will be appearing in an upcoming PBS documentary
Rabbi Sholomo Levy at the University of Scranton, Nov 19, 2024
Rabbi Sholomo Ben Levy, professor of history at Northampton Community College, will present “Black Jews in America: Diversity and Identity” at The University of Scranton’s Weinberg Judaic Studies Institute Lecture on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at
In Memory of Rabbi Eliyahu Ben Yehudah
In loving memory of Rabbi Eliyahu Ben Yehudah
Black Rabbi Appointed in Texas
Rabbi Walker accepts position at Texas synagogue.
Antisemitism & Racism: Lehigh University Feb 21
Rabbi Sholomo B. Levy, Professor of history at Northampton Community College, will use his unique perspective as a Black Jew to lead a “courageous conversation” around the issues that unite and divide Blacks and Jews today.
February 21 Lehigh University 3:00
Unity Sabbath / Rabbinic Installation Feb 10th
Congregation Ahavas Sholom145 Broadway, Newark, N.J. 07104 Please join us on Saturday, February 10, 2024, to share in our
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Our New President: Rabbi Shalem Yeshurun
Rabbi Shalem becomes president of the International Israelite Board of Rabbis.
King and The Jews
King and The Jews
A Historical, Theological, and Political Analysis
by Rabbi Sholomo B. Levy
How to Support Israel and Acknowledge The Suffering of Palestinians
Rabbi Michael Lerner, editor of Tikkun Magazine, provides an example of how Jews can support Israel and yet acknowledge the suffering of the Palestinian people.
Black Jews Marched For Israel
Black Jews marched in support of Israel in Washington, D.C. on November 14, 2023.
New Black Rabbis Arise!
Seven Black rabbis were graduated and ordained by the International Israelite Board of Rabbis.
Election Victory!
Rayah Levy was recently elected to the Bethlehem Area School District in Pennsylvania and was sworn in on December 4, 2023.