The goal of the Temple Har Zion Social Justice Committee is to work toward fulfilling the words Tzedek, tzedek tirdof, “Justice, justice you shall pursue.” (Deuteronomy 16:20)
We will do this by raising awareness of social and racial inequity in our community and nation through self-education, sharing of information with others and direct action, starting within our own community. In addition, we will increase awareness of and education regarding Jews of color, who make up 20% of the U.S. Jewish population, but may have limited visual presence in our own community. We also will work to ensure the acceptance and protect the rights of any marginalized groups, including LGBTQ and disabled individuals.
Want to get involved? Contact us via email.
Please participate in our Virtual Oneg. You can donate the cost of sponsoring an oneg to help provide meals to those in our community needing assistance. Here’s how you can make a difference.
Monthly Book Discussion
To Heal a Fractured World: The Ethics of Responsibility
by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks
Join with the Social Justice Committee for a monthly book discussion led by Bobbie Schultz.
Thursdays 7-8 p.m. on Zoom
Jan. 8, Feb. 5, March 5, May 7, and June 4
In this book, Rabbi Sacks explores questions of moral responsibility: What do we owe one another, our society, and humanity? How can we live meaningfully amid global uncertainty? Drawing on Biblical texts, Jewish law, theology, and global ethical thought, Rabbi Sacks offers a clear and compelling vision of moral living. Register here.
Rabbi Nathan recently spoke at NJ Immigrants: Blessings and Benefits, an event at Cooper River Park sponsored by the Multi-Faith Immigration Reform Committee (MIRC). MIRC is a grassroots collaboration of members from Christ Our Light Catholic Church in Cherry Hill, the UU Church in Cherry Hill, St Mary’s Catholic Church, local Friends Meetings, and local Presbyterian churches. Watch the rabbi’s presentation.
- accompanying immigrants to medical and immigration appointments
- English learning support
- advocacy for drivers’ licenses for immigrants
- advocacy for passage of the Immigrant Trust Act in New Jersey
Bend the Arc: Jewish Action Forms Moral Minyan in South Jersey
Group Plans First Virtual Event to Mobilize Volunteers
A group of committed volunteers is building a progressive Jewish presence in South Jersey. For details, visit the group’s Facebook and Twitter pages, and sign up for action updates.
Additional Resources
The THZ Social Justice Committee has curated a comprehensive list of resources to facilitate both learning and action.