Rabbi Amber Powers
@rabbiamber.bsky.social
Executive Vice President at Reconstructing Judaism. Not giving up on a better, more just, more equitable world. Views my own.
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Decided it might be helpful to have a simple silent prayer to repeat when my anxiety about the new administration and the harm it could cause gets overwhelming. Here is the version I used today:
May we be safe. May we feel seen. May we be heard. May we feel held.
May we be safe. May we feel seen. May we be heard. May we feel held.
Source of All, accompany all those in need of healing of body & spirit. Send comfort to their loved ones & strength & wisdom to those providing care...
September 8, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Source of All, accompany all those in need of healing of body & spirit. Send comfort to their loved ones & strength & wisdom to those providing care...
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Following the American military attack on Iranian nuclear facilities Saturday, J Street and New Jewish Narrative (@newjewishnarrative.bsky.social) issued the following statement:
J Street and New Jewish Narrative Statement Following US Attack on Iran - J Street
We fear that the Trump Administration’s unauthorized attack on Iran on Saturday risks a dangerous escalation into a new, broader Middle East war of choice. We hope that this war can be swiftly brought...
jstreet.org
June 22, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Following the American military attack on Iranian nuclear facilities Saturday, J Street and New Jewish Narrative (@newjewishnarrative.bsky.social) issued the following statement:
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Putting everything else aside, I am just terrified about efforts to exploit the escalation with Iran to further undermine Jewish safety & security and our democracy at an already-frightening moment for both.
June 22, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Putting everything else aside, I am just terrified about efforts to exploit the escalation with Iran to further undermine Jewish safety & security and our democracy at an already-frightening moment for both.
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#ShabbatShalom
#ShabbatShalom
Weds, 6/25, 12:30pm ET
Israel’s attack on Iran throws an already chaotic Middle East into further turmoil, with fears that the conflict could escalate into a regional, even global, war. Prof. Yossi Mekelberg will join us to help make sense of the latest developments.
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Israel’s attack on Iran throws an already chaotic Middle East into further turmoil, with fears that the conflict could escalate into a regional, even global, war. Prof. Yossi Mekelberg will join us to help make sense of the latest developments.
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
June 20, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Register today (us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...) and we'll send you an email reminder ahead of the event!
#ShabbatShalom
#ShabbatShalom
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#Juneteenth pledge: I wholeheartedly reject the notion that we need to delay or abandon our commitment to racial justice because of the need to also fight for justice and dignity for other marginalized identities at this scary and terrible time.
June 19, 2025 at 11:23 AM
#Juneteenth pledge: I wholeheartedly reject the notion that we need to delay or abandon our commitment to racial justice because of the need to also fight for justice and dignity for other marginalized identities at this scary and terrible time.
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CAN: (877) 330-6366
April 28, 2025 at 8:36 PM
If you are trans and seeking support, you are welcome to call Trans Lifeline.
US: (877) 565-8860
CAN: (877) 330-6366
US: (877) 565-8860
CAN: (877) 330-6366
Praying for all those impacted or at risk. Praying for peace.
N12: Dozens of residential apartments have been destroyed or severely damaged in Ramat Gan (near Tel Aviv). Hundreds are being evacuated to temporary shelters.
June 13, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Praying for all those impacted or at risk. Praying for peace.
Kudos to Bend The Arc Jewish Action for speaking truth to power. www.bendthearc.us/statement_tr... #travelban
Bend the Arc: Jewish Action responds to Trump’s Muslim and Africa travel ban
Trump’s attacks on our democracy don't make Jews safer; they put us in more danger.
www.bendthearc.us
June 6, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Kudos to Bend The Arc Jewish Action for speaking truth to power. www.bendthearc.us/statement_tr... #travelban
I agree- enough is enough. www.haaretz.com/opinion/2025...
Enough is enough. Israel is committing war crimes | Opinion
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www.haaretz.com
May 27, 2025 at 10:49 PM
I agree- enough is enough. www.haaretz.com/opinion/2025...
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Devastated to learn of the murder of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim. The path to a more just world is through a steadfast commitment to seeing each other's humanity, not through hate and violence. May Yaron and Sarah be remembered for a blessing.
May 22, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Devastated to learn of the murder of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim. The path to a more just world is through a steadfast commitment to seeing each other's humanity, not through hate and violence. May Yaron and Sarah be remembered for a blessing.
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“Today on the Israel-Gaza border, a protest to end the war & free all hostages.
Hamas’ massacre on our on Oct 7th was brutal. We can’t recover if we leave the hostages behind.
As the war continues & aid is limited, Gazan civilians & hostages will suffer most. It must end.”
- Sharone Lifschitz-
Hamas’ massacre on our on Oct 7th was brutal. We can’t recover if we leave the hostages behind.
As the war continues & aid is limited, Gazan civilians & hostages will suffer most. It must end.”
- Sharone Lifschitz-
May 19, 2025 at 1:19 AM
“Today on the Israel-Gaza border, a protest to end the war & free all hostages.
Hamas’ massacre on our on Oct 7th was brutal. We can’t recover if we leave the hostages behind.
As the war continues & aid is limited, Gazan civilians & hostages will suffer most. It must end.”
- Sharone Lifschitz-
Hamas’ massacre on our on Oct 7th was brutal. We can’t recover if we leave the hostages behind.
As the war continues & aid is limited, Gazan civilians & hostages will suffer most. It must end.”
- Sharone Lifschitz-
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74% of Jewish voters oppose Trump’s proposal to transfer Palestinians in Gaza to Arab countries and have the U.S. redevelop Gaza.
Trump’s Gaza plan is unpopular, dangerous, and harmful for the long-term security of Israel and the Palestinian people.
Trump’s Gaza plan is unpopular, dangerous, and harmful for the long-term security of Israel and the Palestinian people.
May 14, 2025 at 1:31 PM
74% of Jewish voters oppose Trump’s proposal to transfer Palestinians in Gaza to Arab countries and have the U.S. redevelop Gaza.
Trump’s Gaza plan is unpopular, dangerous, and harmful for the long-term security of Israel and the Palestinian people.
Trump’s Gaza plan is unpopular, dangerous, and harmful for the long-term security of Israel and the Palestinian people.
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More than 50 #HigherEd organizations released a joint statement rebuking the Trump administration’s actions threatening the longstanding partnership between the federal government and colleges and universities. @aceducation.bsky.social
ACE, Others Call on Trump Administration to Reforge Compact with Higher Education
Today, more than 50 higher education organizations have come together in a statement that expresses broad opposition to recent actions by the administration that jeopardize the longstanding partnersh...
www.acenet.edu
May 15, 2025 at 12:11 AM
More than 50 #HigherEd organizations released a joint statement rebuking the Trump administration’s actions threatening the longstanding partnership between the federal government and colleges and universities. @aceducation.bsky.social
Back from the Jewish Belonging Summit.At this time of deep polarization and isolation, it is more important than ever to build and maintain relationships across difference and to work to make our communities more welcoming, inclusive, safer and more equitable, even when it is hard and messy.
May 8, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Back from the Jewish Belonging Summit.At this time of deep polarization and isolation, it is more important than ever to build and maintain relationships across difference and to work to make our communities more welcoming, inclusive, safer and more equitable, even when it is hard and messy.
Heading to a conference. My original train was delayed and Amtrak offered me a free upgrade to the Acela. Woo hoo!Thanks, Amtrak!
May 7, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Heading to a conference. My original train was delayed and Amtrak offered me a free upgrade to the Acela. Woo hoo!Thanks, Amtrak!
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ICYM our post: It's now or never, folks! World Zionist Congress election voting closes TONIGHT, May 4 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time!!! You can cast your ballot at zionistelection.org - Hatikvah is slate #16. Say NO to occupation, racism, sexism, homophobia
Stand up and be counted!
Stand up and be counted!
May 4, 2025 at 10:30 PM
ICYM our post: It's now or never, folks! World Zionist Congress election voting closes TONIGHT, May 4 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time!!! You can cast your ballot at zionistelection.org - Hatikvah is slate #16. Say NO to occupation, racism, sexism, homophobia
Stand up and be counted!
Stand up and be counted!
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Jack Rooke discusses mixing high and low culture, his next projects and being darkly funny about grief #FromTheVault www.rollingstone.co.uk/tv/jack-rook...
‘Big Boys’ creator Jack Rooke: ‘A lot of comedy writers talk to me through gritted teeth’
As the beloved BAFTA-winning sitcom’s emotional third and final season airs on Channel 4, Rooke discusses mixing high and low culture, his next projects and being darkly funny about grief.
www.rollingstone.co.uk
April 26, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Jack Rooke discusses mixing high and low culture, his next projects and being darkly funny about grief #FromTheVault www.rollingstone.co.uk/tv/jack-rook...
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✡️Over 500 rabbis sign letter rejecting Trump’s antisemitism agenda
A similar rabbis’ letter published last week condemned the administration’s “immoral use of the law.”
@truahrabbis.bsky.social
@rabbijilljacobs.bsky.social
@jstreetdotorg.bsky.social
@jeremybenami.bsky.social
This IS #InOurName‼️
A similar rabbis’ letter published last week condemned the administration’s “immoral use of the law.”
@truahrabbis.bsky.social
@rabbijilljacobs.bsky.social
@jstreetdotorg.bsky.social
@jeremybenami.bsky.social
This IS #InOurName‼️
Over 500 rabbis sign letter rejecting Trump’s antisemitism agenda - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
A similar rabbis' letter published last week condemned the administration's “immoral use of the law.”
www.jta.org
April 29, 2025 at 12:35 AM
✡️Over 500 rabbis sign letter rejecting Trump’s antisemitism agenda
A similar rabbis’ letter published last week condemned the administration’s “immoral use of the law.”
@truahrabbis.bsky.social
@rabbijilljacobs.bsky.social
@jstreetdotorg.bsky.social
@jeremybenami.bsky.social
This IS #InOurName‼️
A similar rabbis’ letter published last week condemned the administration’s “immoral use of the law.”
@truahrabbis.bsky.social
@rabbijilljacobs.bsky.social
@jstreetdotorg.bsky.social
@jeremybenami.bsky.social
This IS #InOurName‼️
Do not stand idly by. www.jta.org/2025/04/28/u...
Over 500 rabbis sign letter rejecting Trump’s antisemitism agenda - Jewish Telegraphic Agency
A similar rabbis' letter published last week condemned the administration's “immoral use of the law.”
www.jta.org
April 28, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Do not stand idly by. www.jta.org/2025/04/28/u...
Big Boys on Hulu is a great show. If you like coming of age comedies with a lot of heart, check it out. #bigboys #queerjoy #queertv #representationmatters
April 28, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Big Boys on Hulu is a great show. If you like coming of age comedies with a lot of heart, check it out. #bigboys #queerjoy #queertv #representationmatters
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YES. Over 100 Chicago-area rabbis and cantors condemn Trump’s campus crackdown forward.com/fast-forward...
Over 100 Chicago-area rabbis and cantors condemn Trump’s campus crackdown
The signatories join a growing call from Jewish groups opposing the Trump administration’s campus actions.
forward.com
April 23, 2025 at 2:51 PM
YES. Over 100 Chicago-area rabbis and cantors condemn Trump’s campus crackdown forward.com/fast-forward...