Topic: Jewish Holidays

Aug 1, 2025

On Tisha B'av, we do more than just remember an event from history. We also must acknowledge our present-day challenges.

May 30, 2025

A text study considers the story of Ruth in a modern context.

Dec 23, 2024

This time of the year we turn to stories of hope for every night of the Hanukkah holiday. We hope you are inspired when you read these stories.

May 8, 2024

The recent celebration of Passover reminds us that refugee journeys do not end when they arrive in their new home.

Apr 26, 2024

Two months after full-scale war brought many Ukrainians to Spain, the onset of Passover forced a woman determined to help them get creative.

Apr 10, 2023

Last April, Eduard Levit and his family had just arrived in Warsaw, Poland, having fled their hometown of Kharkiv, Ukraine for their safety. One year later, they are celebrating their first Passover in their new home of Portland, Oregon, after being resettled by the ShalomPortland Welcome Circle.

Apr 14, 2022

At Congregation B’nai Emunah in Tulsa, Oklahoma, refugee stories will be woven throughout this year’s Passover Seder – their first since becoming a HIAS Resettlement Partner.

Jul 14, 2021

This Tisha B’Av, as the Jewish community commemorates the destruction of both ancient temples in Jerusalem and the exile of the Jewish people, we mourn the losses refugees and asylum seekers have suffered.

Dec 16, 2020

Actors and activists Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody spoke to the Jews For Refugees Assembly about their experiences meeting refugees and the need to welcome them to the United States once again.

Sep 16, 2020

The High Holidays are always a time of reflection and renewal, but this year they come at a critical moment to step up and welcome refugees.