Jewish Resources

1. Rabbi Arthur Segal

http://www.jewishspiritualrenewal.net/

Rabbi Dr. Arthur Segal brings Judaism back to its roots for the millions of modern Jews who have become disenchanted with “normative” Judaism. In “The Handbook to Jewish Spiritual Renewal: A Path of Transformation for the Modern Jew,” Segal advocates for a happy, fulfilling Jewish life. He casts aside the long, boring sermons and tedious litany of rules and regulations in favor of plain English, humor, and life examples that everyone can relate to.

Rabbi Segal has co-authored a book with Sara Davies, a matrilineal Jew, on ways to develop one’s character, taken from traditional Jewish sources. It is listed here:

http://half-jewish.net/books/

2. Rabbi Allen Maller

http://www.rabbimaller.com

Rabbi Maller welcomes both Jews and non-Jews to his website.  He urges visitors to explore the various articles on his website and to feel free to ask questions. He believes that many people find blessings through becoming a part of God’s covenant with the Jewish people and that others find they are coming home. Whether you are attracted to Judaism by your contact with a Jew or by your study of Judaism, he welcomes you.

3. Humanistic Judaism – NYC

http://www.citycongregation.org/whoweare/adiversecommunity.html

The City Congregation for Humanistic Judaism provides a welcoming, diverse community for cultural and secular Jews where we can celebrate and preserve our Jewish identity. As Humanistic Jews they rely on reason, inner strength, and the support of community to face life’s challenges and collectively improve the world.

4. Interfaithfamily.com

http://www.interfaithfamily.com/

InterfaithFamily.com, Inc. is the online resource for interfaith families exploring Jewish life and the grass-roots advocate for a welcoming Jewish community. This resource is for everyone touched by interfaith relationships where one partner is Jewish, on every topic of interest to them, and for everyone who works with and cares about them.

5. Jewish Gateways

http://www.jgate.org/

Jewish Gateways welcomes wandering or wondering Jews and non-Jews, singles, couples, and families, those in interfaith and multiracial relationships, Jews-by-Choice, adult children of interfaith families, members of the LGBT community, and people of color.  They are ready to help you explore Jewish choices and discover those that work for you.

6.  Zinn House

http://www.zinnhouse.com

Lauren Zinn, Ph.D., Rev., leads a Jewish-Interfaith Community, Jewish Roots with Interfaith Shoots.  Her programs for Kids, Adults, and Families, since 2001, include classes, celebrations, ceremonies, and coaching.  Hebrew tutoring, for adults or children seeking Interfaith Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, is available through Skype.

If interested in learning more, please see the website. Lauren can be contacted at laurenzinn[at]gmail.com

7. MyBarMitzvahTutors.com

http://www.mybarmitzvahtutors.com/

MyBarMitzvahTutors.com is an online Bar/Bat Mitzvah and Jewish learning program which embraces all Jews from all backgrounds in meaningful Jewish learning. MyBarMitzvahTutors offers learning programs for all Jews regardless of age, location, or affiliation.

With online learning, MyBarMitzvahTutors brings Jewish learning into the comfort of your home and works around your schedule.

Please visit our website for more information or email Danielle Eskow, the co-founder of MyBarMitzvahTutors at dani@mybarmitzvahtutors.com. Let us help you bring Jewish learning into your heart, life, and home.

8. Multiracial and Biracial Resources — for multiracial and biracial half-Jewish resouces, please go to our “Multiracial/Biracial” web page.