Spirituality, although based on what we glean from the Torah, constitutes more than just traditional biblical learning. From holiday celebrations and programs to customary foods and Torah study, let WRJ offer you ways to add Jewish teachings, worship, traditions, fresh takes, and customs both old and new to enhance your spirituality.
Jewish Teachings, Holidays, and Traditions
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Torah Study
WRJ has always advocated for equal rights for women in Jewish learning and worship, bringing a unique, feminist perspective to Reform Jewish study and providing resources from which to learn and pray.
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Jewish Holidays
Chag Sameach! (Happy Holiday!) There are customs, biblical references, and programs related to each Jewish holiday based on the Jewish calendar and occur throughout the year.
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Food & Recipes
Food is central to Jewish custom and observance. The WRJ Cookbook Collection houses more than 327 cookbooks from different sisterhoods. The cookbooks reflect the sisterhood, the times, and the culture of congregations. They also offer insights into the women who share their recipes.
This Week's Torah Portion
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Yitro
יִתְרוֹ
Jethro
Jethro, priest of Midian, Moses' father-in-law, heard all that God had done for Moses and for Israel, God's people, how the Eternal had brought Israel out from Egypt. - Exodus 18:1
Torah
Exodus 18:1–20:23Haftarah
Isaiah 6:1-7:6; 9:5-6When
/ 20 Shevat 5782Next Week's Torah Portion
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