The election for the 2025 World Zionist Congress has been a significant success for our 3 slates, representing the majority of liberal Jewry in the U.S. It was also a success for furthering our values of pluralism, equality, justice, and democracy. During a time when Zionism as a concept is more controversial for some in […]
… And why you should Vote MERCAZ in the World Zionist Congress election. by Rabbi Eric Leiderman, a Chicago-based educator and community builder. He is a dedicated advocate for vibrant, inclusive Jewish life, working to inspire the next generation through education, activism, and leadership. Rabbi Leiderman serves as Secretary for MERCAZ USA and is a […]
This Passover, channel the resilience of the Israelites and vote NOW for MERCAZ USA (Slate 17). The 2025 World Zionist Congress elections are well underway, and the stakes could not be higher. To ensure the voice of Conservative/Masorti Judaism is heard, vote MERCAZ USA (Slate 17) before May 4th. Just as the Israelites’ constant hope […]
Support MERCAZ USA and Donate Today! As we gather around the Seder table this Passover, we recall our ancestors’ journey from slavery to freedom, from exile to the Promised Land. The story of the Exodus is one of resilience, faith, and the enduring power of community — a story that continues to inspire us today. At […]
by Rabbi Alan Silverstein, President, Mercaz Olami and Rabbi Hillel Skolnik, President, MERCAZ USA The Passover seder is a unique event on the Jewish calendar. We invite family members and friends of all ages to sit together as we relate the narrative that shaped the destiny of our people. The aim is to create an […]
Watch this important message from Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal … Instead of working to unify the Jewish people, extremists in Israel are working to undermine the rights of Conservative Jews like us in the Jewish state. Your vote in the election for the World Zionist Congress is your voice … Your way to send them a message. Click […]
Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove (Park Avenue Synagogue, New York, NY) and Yizhar Hess (Vice Vhairman of the World Zionist Organization) discuss why American Jews should vote for Cosgrove and MERCAZ USA (Conservative Movement / Slate 17) in the election that runs through May 4. For more Rabbi Elliot Cosgrove, follow @Elliot_Cosgrove on Instagram and Facebook.
By Rabbi Jacob Blumenthal | Rabbi Blumenthal is the CEO of the Rabbinical Assembly and the CEO of United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ). Previously he served for over 20 years as Founding Rabbi of Shaare Torah in Gaithersburg, Maryland. On a recent trip to Israel, I met with a wonderful group of Masorti congregational […]
Rabbi Hillel Skolnik is the President of MERCAZ USA … Purim, Zionism, and Israel: Vote MERCAZ (Slate 17) today!
By Dr. Daniel Olson | Dr. Olson is the Assistant National Director at the National Ramah Commission. Daniel completed his PhD in education and Jewish studies at NYU in 2020. He received the Harold Wechsler award for emerging scholars from the Network for Research in Jewish Education and is a Wexner Graduate Fellow/Davidson Scholar. He […]