News for Conference Of European Rabbis Countering religious hatred: The role of schools and educationthe Institute for Freedom of Faith and Security in Europe (IFFSE) hosted a virtual meeting on religious hatred. Rabbi Haim Korsia, Chief Rabbi of France, wins second termRabbi Haim Korsia re-elected with 75% of the vote, CER Pres. Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt says 'huge privilege to work with Rabbi Korsia.' New President Herzog: 'Seasoned diplomat & political leader'Conference of European Rabbis congratulates newly-elected Pres. Isaac Herzog, praises him as a 'seasoned diplomat and political leader.' European Beth Din to align with Israeli Chief RabbinateConference of European Rabbis agrees to align European Jewish court with Israel's Chief Rabbinate, easing bureaucracy for immigrants. European Council to mark ‘Day of Salvation and Liberation’Events marking the day will be held in Moscow, Israel, China, Argentina, Australia, the United States, Tunisia, Sweden and other countries. Leading European Rabbis: Keep conversion status quoConference of European Rabbis issues statement warning against "irresponsible" efforts to change how conversions are handled in Israel. Leading European Rabbis calls on Jews to get vaccinatedConference of European Rabbis calls on Jews of Europe to listen to their doctors about receiving the coronavirus vaccine. European rabbis: Don't delay, get vaccinatedLeaders of Conference of European Rabbis call on communities on the continent: Listen to the doctors and get vaccinated against coronavirus. Conference of European Rabbis welcomes Israel-Morocco normalizationCER releases statement praising Moroccan King Mohammed VI for normalizing relations with Israel, teaching Jewish history. 'Freedom of faith for Jewish communities must be guaranteed'President of Conference of European Rabbis responds to EU’s declaration to mainstream prevention and countering of anti-Semitism. Providing a Hanukkah light for European JewryDelivery of menorahs organized all over Europe every year to Jewish communities. This year packages sent to COVID orphans. How legislation led to 80 women being freed from agunah statusIsraeli rabbinical courts can now impose sanctions on get refusers from abroad, if they visit Israel. Combating religious extremism and terrorism in Europe: What next?Newly founded Institute for Freedom of Faith and Security in Europe initiated by CER holds first meeting. 'Feelings of discrimination against the Jewish people continue to linger'Conference of European Rabbis holds Standing Committee meeting alongside keynote speaker David Sassoli, president of European Parliament. European Rabbis hope for a "clear voice" from Biden against racism and antisemitismPresident of the Conference of European Rabbis: "We hope US Jewry will overcome its deep divisions and become united on all crucial issues"President of Conference of European Rabbis: 'An attack on all Europeans'Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt says religious leaders should have to prove their loyalty to the European states where they reside. European Rabbis offer support for French peopleConference of European Rabbis President Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt reacts to deadly stabbing attack in Nice, France. Conference of European Rabbis participates in international prayer meeting for peaceRabbi Haïm Korsia, Chief Rabbi of France, participates in international Prayer for Peace initiative in Rome. Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt: 'Prevent extraneous and selective bureaucracy'Conference of European Rabbis urges Israeli government to allow all Jews to enter Israel, regardless of whether they are Israeli citizens. European rabbis begin rehabilitating synagoguesConference of European Rabbis formulates plan for synagogue worship during the '3 weeks' as synagogues reopen in Europe.Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt: 'Bans on ritual slaughter are not justified'Conference of European Rabbis leader issues joint statement with Muslim leader, protesting ban on religious slaughter methods. Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt: 'Jewish communities cannot rely on import of kosher meat'Failure to overturn ban ritual slaughter sends message that Jews are not welcome, leading European rabbi says. Torah class in the United Arab EmiratesJewish communities of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, hold largest-ever Torah conference in Arab world. Conference of European Rabbis hosts Torah webinar with globally renowned spiritual leadersThe Conference of European Rabbis holds a shiurim webinar series via Zoom for over 250 Rabbis from across the globe ahead of Shavuot Amsterdam: Jewish community in great distressDutch authorities refusing to allow Jewish community to aid elderly coronavirus victims, Amsterdam rabbis say. Chief Rabbi Goldschmidt: 'Support communities back into synagogues'Conference of European Rabbis holds Spring Standing Committee meeting via Zoom. Neo-Nazis interrupt Torah lessons on 'Zoom'On Holocaust Memorial Day, neo-Nazis break into online Torah lessons given by German rabbis.European rabbis 'meet' to discuss how to help their communitiesConference of European Rabbis hosts emergency virtual Standing Committee meeting ahead of Passover. Carnival anti-Semitism 'reminder of Europe's darker moments,' Chief Rabbi Goldschmidt says'Anti-Semitic tropes at Aalst carnival contribute to anti-Semitism in Europe,' Conference of European Rabbis leader says. 'There are challenges, but that's what we're here for'Rabbi David Roberts speaks about community's unique positioning to model Jewish life for Israeli travelers seeking everything but Judaism. German rabbi discusses challenges facing European Jewry todayFrankfurt Chief rabbi: 'We are dealing with assimilation, we are dealing with anti-Semitism, we are dealing with the question of education.' 'American Jewry needs to connect to Europe diaspora's plight'Josh Nass: 'We as Americans don't necessarily relate to the plight of European Jews as much as we should.' Saving thousands of Jewish graves throughout EuropeEuropean Jewish Cemeteries Initiative working on some 30 individual protection projects in four European countries. Fighting against the automatic anti-Israel majority in the UNIsraeli Amb. to UN in Geneva, Aviva Raz Shecter, talks about her fight for Israel against the Human Rights Council's automatic opposition. 'Circumcision ban will end Jewish communities in Europe'Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt, President of CER, says that Jews in Europe are 'collateral damage' of Muslim immigration. 'Judaism is severely under threat in all of Europe'Jews in Europe face not only growing anti-Semitism but also new legal restrictions to traditional Jewish practices, warns CER chief. Leading haredi rabbis to European Jews: Don't stand outLeaders of Lithuanian Judaism write to Conference of European Rabbis warning Jews to keep their heads down. European rabbis 'building up communities'Committee of Conference of European Rabbis gathers in Geneva to discuss ways to mutually support Jewish communities. Rabbis: Push to ban circumcision shows 'lack of tolerance'Conference of European Rabbis responds to Swedish push to ban circumcision, says it represents 'request for Jews to leave Sweden.' 'EU Parliament committed to combating anti-Semitism'European Parliament president meets leaders of Conference of European Rabbis, pledges to stop anti-Jewish legislation. Seminar for young rabbis focuses on aiding victims of abuseConference of European Rabbis stages seminar for young rabbis on how to improve community work. Belgian ban on kosher slaughter goes into effectLaw requiring animals to receive electric shock before slaughter goes into effect in Wallonia. Conference of European Rabbis concerned. Rabbis on emojis: 'The Jews have been forgotten'European rabbis call on world body that regulates emojis to add images that represent Jews. What are the tensions with Poland all about?Rabbi Michael Schudrich, the Chief Rabbi of Poland, discusses the ongoing tensions between Israel and Poland at CER convention in Antwerp. Mayor of Antwerp: I am a friend of IsraelMayor Bart De Wever 'honored' Conference of European Rabbis holding convention in Antwerp, the 'Jerusalem of the North.' EU Coordinator on combating anti-Semitism 'optimistic'Katharina von Schnurbein: 'Following unanimous declaration of 28 EU member-states on anti-Semitism, we're now implementing declaration.' UK Chief Rabbi 'concerned about Labor, anti-Semitism growing''Anti-Semitism on rise, most of all we're worried about Labour Party,' Rabbi Mirvis says. Rabbi Asher Weiss: Jewish law obligates vaccinationLeading authority on Jewish law says it is "not a recommendation" to vaccinate children, those who do not violate halakha. Rabbi warns: Politically correct anti-Semitism has many facesChief Rabbi Goldschmidt opens CER convention declaring 'European institutions can do more to protect the Jewish Community.' US envoy: European laws - a 'forced expulsion' of JewsElan Carr, US Special Envoy for Monitoring and Combating anti-Semitism, speaks at gathering of the Conference of European Rabbis in Antwerp. EU Rabbis: US should increase gun controlPresident of Conference of European Rabbis suggests US follow New Zealand's lead after San Diego synagogue shooting, ban automatic weapons. European rabbis express solidarity following Notre-Dame firePresident of Conference of European Rabbis expresses solidarity with French people, Catholic community following devastating cathedral fire.Watch: Interview with leading European rabbiRabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt, President of Conference of European Rabbis, discusses his visit to Israel, has a message for the Israeli right. Conference of European Rabbis meets Israeli GovernmentConference of European Rabbis visits Knesset to discuss far-right in Europe, plan to appoint ambassador to 'tackle far-right extremism'. Mufti of Tunisia to Arutz Sheva: 'We are united by our humanity'Grand Mufti of Tunisia calls for unity between different faiths. 'We must go hand in hand, communicate and get to know each other.' 'A community unlike anywhere else in the world'Arutz Sheva speaks with President of Conference of European Rabbis about impressions of rabbinical delegation to Tunisia. Rabbis on secret visit to Muslim countryIsraeli and European rabbis, Jewish organization heads visit Tunisia. Arutz Sheva joins them: 'Muslims - our partners in war on terror.' |
