Ordaining Gays and Lesbians: Denominational Approaches
A brief article that traces the history of ordaining gay and lesbian clergy in the Reconstructionist, Reform, Conservative, Orthodox, and non-affiliated seminaries.
We know that there are ordained rabbis and cantors across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum. This article specifically speaks on the sexual orientations of gay and lesbian.
The article was written by Rabbi Elizabeth Richman, the Deputy Director and Rabbi in Residence for Jews United for Justice. It appears on the website MyJewishLearning.com.
- LGBTQ+ (Sexuality and Gender) / Belonging
- Supporting Individuals
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Not Grade Specific
- Educator Training
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A collection of LGBTQIA+ resources, including podcasts, book lists, engaging personal narratives, and lesson plans.
J-JEP is a multi-denominational collaboration between Beth Shalom, a traditional Conservative congregation, and Rodef Shalom, a Classical Reform congregation. The learning in J-JEP reflects the belief that no two households are the same.
A comprehensive list of Purim activities sorted into different learning methods and perspectives.