Rabbis promoting unity with Israel
Our Mission
We are Zionist Rabbis constructively engaging with Israel to build bridges with Israel and the Jewish People.
Our mission is to promote unity, understanding, and cooperation among the Jewish communities of Israel and the Diaspora.
Who We Are
The Zionist Rabbinic Coalition fosters love and dedication to Zionism and Israel among generations of American Jews.
The Zionist Rabbinic Coalition is a growing group of over 200 rabbis from diverse American congregations of all Jewish denominations committed to supporting Israel. We are the only multi-denominational rabbinic organization that promotes constructive and positive interaction between the world’s two largest Jewish communities (American Jews and Israeli Jews). We foster a greater understanding of American and Israeli Jews by providing tools, resources and programs to rabbis. We are a non-partisan group that actively and constructively engages the American rabbinic community with Israel with the goal of working to close the gap between our communities.
Recent Events
High Holiday Sermon Seminar
Rabbi Joseph Telushkin, author of numerous books taught an inspiring session for rabbis with rich material and anecdotes for the High Holidays. It is available for members only.
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Recent Posts
JPost recognizes how ZRC Rabbis are working together to fight anti-Zionism
The Jerusalem Post recognized the work the ZRC is doing to counter the growing trend of incoming Reform and Conservative rabbis who feel they need to avoid or criticize Zionism. Read the full article »
ZRC Calls Upon Rabbinical Schools to Include Ahavat Yisrael as a Criteria for Admission
It is imperative to ensure that Zionism and Israel are central to the education of the next generation of rabbis. This open letter was recently sent to all major ordaining rabbinic seminaries in the United States. Continue reading at JNS.org » "Rabbis and rabbinical...
The Forward covers ZRC Inaugural National Conference
In The Forward's coverage of the ZRC National Conference, they note how many rabbis who attended the inaugural meeting in Washington, D.C. this week worry that the non-Orthodox movements are moving away from Israel, and they hope the new group can strengthen their...
ZRC in the News
Jonathan Tobin explains how the ZRC was established to counteract decline in pro-Israel sentiment
In Jonathan S. Tobin's recent featured column in JNS, he questions if Reform and Conservative Judaism support for Zionism can be revived, noting the disaffection for the Jewish state growing among Jewish liberals. He explains how the decline in pro-Israel sentiment...
JPost recognizes how ZRC Rabbis are working together to fight anti-Zionism
The Jerusalem Post recognized the work the ZRC is doing to counter the growing trend of incoming Reform and Conservative rabbis who feel they need to avoid or criticize Zionism. Read the full article »
The Forward covers ZRC Inaugural National Conference
In The Forward's coverage of the ZRC National Conference, they note how many rabbis who attended the inaugural meeting in Washington, D.C. this week worry that the non-Orthodox movements are moving away from Israel, and they hope the new group can strengthen their...
Testimonials
“I strongly support this important initiative.”
“As one who has chosen to devote my life to helping people better understand Israel and fight antisemitism, I view the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition as an important partner in the effort to build bridges and promote greater understanding of the most misunderstood country on earth.”
“The Zionist Rabbinic Coalition’s commitment to unity and cooperation serves an important example to our people in Israel and around the world.”
“I believe the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition is such an important group. Its mission statement explains clearly the commitment to promoting pluralism and ties to Israel.”
“This is an opportunity to have a voice in an important conversation in Israel Diaspora relations”
“Zionism and the Jewish State have been part of the Jewish narrative for all of Jewish history. It is a central part of the Jewish story. We need to support and foster our connection to Israel.”
“We want to foster a love of Israel from generation to generation.”
Recent Webinars
Anna Borshchevskaya on Putin’s invasion of Ukraine
Conversation with Anna Borshchevskaya, the Washington Institute’s expert on Ukraine, held on March 17, 2022. Sponsored by the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition, a grass-roots, broad-based multi-denominational coalition of rabbis committed to promoting Jewish unity....
The Things You Don’t Know About the War w/Gaza, but need to know
Zionist Rabbinic Coalition exclusive conversation with Jonathan Schanzer, author of “Gaza Conflict 2021”, on Thursday, December 16, 2021. Click on the video player to watch the recording. https://youtu.be/IJ4aIFRBX5M
The 2021 War with Gaza: What did Israel Gain? Was It Worth It?
On Monday, May 24, 2021, the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition sponsored “What Has Israel Gained? Was it Worth It?”, a conversation with Brigadier General Yossi Kuperwasser, former Director of Israel’s Ministry of Strategic Affairs and of IDF Military Intelligence. This...
“We can love and support Israel even if we disagree about the particulars of policy and current events.”
Why Join the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition?
Many rabbis are reluctant or feel intimidated to express their love of Israel. While some rabbis have tried to articulate a Judaism that is separate from Israel, we believe that Israel is an intrinsic part of the American Jewish identity.
By joining the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition you can support Israel with other like-minded rabbinic leaders, access trusted resources, and be empowered to foster a love for Israel for generations to come.
Why Join the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition?
Many rabbis are reluctant or feel intimidated to express their love of Israel. While some rabbis have tried to craft an American Judaism that is separate from Israel. We believe that Israel is an intrinsic part of the American Jewish identity.
By joining the Zionist Rabbinic Coalition you can support Israel with other like-minded rabbinic leaders, access trusted resources, and be empowered to foster a love for Israel for generations to come.
“We can love and support Israel even if we disagree about the particulars of policy and current events.”