Union for Reform Judaism Biennial in Toronto, Ontario November 4 to 8, 2009
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The Union for Reform Judaism Biennial is a gathering of Reform Jews from all over North America that includes learning, prayer, the sharing of ideas and making decisions about the policies of the Reform Movement. Held in a different city every other year, the Biennial is the place for Reform Jews to be inspired by prayer, entertainment and guest speakers; talk about issues; learn about curriculum, tikkun olam programming and Israel; vote on resolutions; meet up with old friends; and make new connections.

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At Biennial Convention, Reform Movement Adopts Four New Resolutions

Today's new resolutions address climate change, Israeli-Arabs, special needs camping, and the Progressive Association for Reform Day Schools

Yoffie Encourages Reform Congregations to Harness New Technologies to Build Community

The Internet and cyberspace are changing all the rules of Jewish interaction, and we need to be at the forefront of these changes.

Rabbi Eric Yoffie Encourages Reform Jews to Explore Ethical Eating and to Harness New Technologies to Build Community

Rabbi Eric Yoffie Urges Reform Jews to Explore Ethical Alternatives in Food & Eating

New Initiative � Shulhan Yarok, Schulhan Tzedek -- calls for More Communal Meals in Congregations, Increased Focus on Sustainability and Health

Harold Grinspoon Honored for Service to World Jewry

Reform Movement Presents Schindler Award for Visionary Impact on Camping

Union for Reform Judaism Endorses Health Care Bill

In a unanimous vote today, the Board of Trustees of the Union for Reform Judaism endorsed the Affordable Health Care for America Act, the bill currently being considered by the U.S. House of Representatives.

Interreligious Dialogue to Highlight Reform Judaism Convention

Speakers, workshops and entertainment will highlight the importance of fostering mutual respect and cooperation between religious communities.

Israel, Middle East Peace to Highlight Reform Judaism Convention In Toronto

Ambassador Michael Oren, Israeli Minister of Minority Affairs Avishay Braverman and Jordan's King Abdullah to speak to largest gathering of Jews in North America

Environment a Priority for World's Largest Jewish Convention

Green is the color of choice for the Union of Reform Judaism's 70th Biennial Convention, which will take place November 4�8 in Toronto. In an effort to make the 2009 Biennial the most sustainable yet, the Reform Movement is taking steps to reduce energy, water, and paper use, increase recycling and use of recycled materials, and incorporate environmentally conscious themes into the convention programming.

President - Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie  

President Rabbi Eric Yoffie

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Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie is the President of the Union for Reform Judaism, the congregational arm of the Reform Jewish Movement in North America. The Union represents 1.5 million Reform Jews in more than 900 synagogues across the United States and Canada.

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