United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism's 100th Anniversary

Be part of the CONVERSATION OF THE CENTURY, a gathering of 21st Century Jews and today's most innovative leaders, teachers and performers. This is a conversation too important to miss... for everyone seeking inspiration and the tools to create thriving communities in a changing Jewish landscape.

This October United Synagogue will mark its Centennial with The Conversation of the Century, an extraordinary event for everyone looking to address vital questions about Jewish life right now and in the future. There will be a spectacular Shabbaton with inspired prayer leaders and renowned teachers, followed by an essential conference with brilliant presenters, workshops, and performers. Come to Baltimore with big questions. Leave with fresh ideas and great strategies to make them happen. Read more…

Rabbi Hayim Herring

The author of “Tomorrow’s Synagogue’s Today,” Rabbi Hayim Herring is a former congregational rabbi now known as an organizational visionary expert consultant for synagogues and non-profit organizations.

Rabbi Nina Beth Cardin

Rabbi Nina Beth Cardin is a writer and an environmental activist. She is founder and director of the Baltimore Orchard Project and Founding Director of the Baltimore Jewish Environmental Network (BJEN) at the Pearlstone Center.

Amy Robinson

A musician, songwriter, and choir leader, Amy Robinson leads regular one-hour music-based Prayersong meditation sessions, based on original chants that she has written or adapted

Rabbi Tzvi Graetz

Rabbi Tzvi Graetz, executive director of Masorti Olami and MERCAZ OLAMI, has spent his career working to build and promote Israel’s Masorti Institutions.

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A Recipe for Reaching Teens: Joy

So many studies and statements about today’s teens suggest that they are radically different from the teens that came before them. Singing and dancing, though, is a commonality shared by teens of every generation. I have seen teens, from a group of sophomore guys who would typically be too cool, dancing to “Call Me Maybe,” to 800 teens going wild singing and dancing at the opening of our annual International Convention. What they all have in common is one of our most cherished values: simcha.