Musings from Students of the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies in Jerusalem
Posted on July 14, 2015 by Kelly Kossar
The original article was posted in the Reformingjew blog that is written by Kelly Kossar. Kesher Hadash has ruined me for life. I can’t sit through a class, field trip or speaker without over analyzing the way in which material is being presented to me. Am I being told the whole story? What bias does Continue Reading »
Posted on May 12, 2015 by Rebekah Thornhill
“This post first appeared on JOFA’s The Torch blog.” I completed my Orthodox conversion with the Rabbinical Council of America (RCA) in 2011. My process was an incredibly positive and meaningful experience. I learned the laws of kashrut, Shabbat, prayer, blessings, and how to live an observant lifestyle, formed lasting relationships that continue to benefit me Continue Reading »
