Joanne B. Fried

Women of Reform Judaism

Joanne B. Fried is a WRJ Board Lifetime Member and a member of Gates of Prayer in Metairie, LA. She is a generous supporter of WRJ and has made the Fried Women's Conference and WRJ's Engagement Fund possible. 

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Shof'tim

Parashat Shof’tim

Joanne B. Fried
There are many ways that, as an individual or as a group, we can advance social justice in one’s community and throughout the world. Examine your beliefs and habits. Educate yourself about social justice issues, discover local organizations, take positive action in your community, harness the power of social media, attend demonstrations and protests, volunteer, donate, get involved with politics through civic engagement, and make your voice heard on local radio and television, investigate what is happening at local colleges and universities, invest responsibly, support minority-owned business in your community and online, support artists, writers, and activists that speak out against injustices, be kind, understanding, and compassionate. 
This Week's Torah Portion
Noach

Parashah Noach

Joanne B. Fried

Interpreting the words, "Noah was a just man, and perfect in his generations," Rabbi Johanan taught that Noah was considered righteous in his generations, but would not have been considered righteous in other generations.
Voices of WRJ

Voices of WRJ: Nitzavim/Yayeilech

Joanne B. Fried

The parashah states “You stand this day, all of you, before your G-d, you tribal heads, you elders, and you officials, all the men of Israel, you children, you women, even the strangers within your camp, … to enter into the covenant.” The covenant is made with
Voices of WRJ

WRJ Voices: Vayeitzei

Joanne B. Fried

In this week’s parasha, Jacob has set out for Haran, and finds a place to sleep. He places a head rest down as he prepares to sleep. He dreams of a ladder going from the ground to the heavens with angels going up and down.