12+ hour, 25+ min ago  (298+ words) Volunteer Marlene Ring spreads a table cloth March 30 while preparing a room for a passover meal at the Beth Israel Synagogue in Waterville, Maine. These days, growing congregations is very much on Isaacs" mind, as she"s leading a movement…...

2+ day, 29+ min ago  (788+ words) WATERVILLE, Maine " Rabbi Rachel Isaacs spent the days leading up to Passover overseeing the preparation of ceremonial foods at Beth Israel Congregation, a synagogue in central Maine where membership has quadrupled over the last 15 years. These days, growing congregations is…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago  (310+ words) Last month, Mosaic Law Congregation in Sacramento changed its bylaws to be more inclusive of interfaith families and patrilineal Jews. Non-Jews in interfaith relationships are now considered full members of the congregation, and patrilineal Jews may serve on the Board…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago  (400+ words) On Monday, April 6th, Jewish Heritage Nightwith the Orlando Magicat the Kia Center was nothing short of extraordinary, an unforgettable evening of Jewish pride in the presence of over 20, 000 fans. Hosted by Chabad of Orlando, including Chabad of Greater Orlando, Chabad…...

1+ day, 15+ hour ago  (673+ words) These days, growing congregations is very much on Isaacs' mind, as she's leading a movement to strengthen rural synagogues and Jewish communities around the country. They've reached dozens, and they're hoping for many more. "Rural Jewish life is important for…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago  (82+ words) Founded in 1841, the Jewish Chronicle is the world's oldest and most influential Jewish newspaper. Friday, April 10 (Nisan 23) Saturday, April 11 (Nisan 24), Torah portion: Shemini, Leviticus 9: 1 to 11: 47 Haftarah: (Sephardim) 2 Samuel 6: 1-19; (Ashkenazim) 2 Samuel 6: 1 to 7: 17 Shabbat ends in London at 8. 40; Bournemouth 8. 48; Leeds 8. 51; Manchester 8. 55; Gateshead…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago  (673+ words) These days, growing congregations is very much on Isaacs' mind, as she's leading a movement to strengthen rural synagogues and Jewish communities around the country. They've reached dozens, and they're hoping for many more. "Rural Jewish life is important for…...

2+ day, 1+ hour ago  (119+ words) The funding will be used for security planning. Nearly 200 faith-based organizations and nonprofits across Pennsylvania, including 24 in the Susquehanna Valley, are receiving grant funding to enhance security measures. Video above: Headlines, weather forecast from WGAL News 8 Today. The funding will…...

3+ day, 7+ hour ago  (140+ words) The Bismarck Tribune Javascript is required to use this website. The Beth Israel Synagogue, which was established in 1902, is seen on March 30 in Waterville, Maine. Man accused of stealing 184 cattle in Morton County now wanted Bismarck man charged in Mandan…...

3+ day, 11+ hour ago  (211+ words) Rural Synagogues'The Lufkin Daily News Colby College students Hannah Rothenberg, left, Ava Shapiro, right, and Becca Hoffman, prepare chicken for a passover meal Monday, March 30, 2026, at the Beth Israel Synagogue in Waterville, Maine. A project to save rural synagogues grows…...