What’s in a name?
Yinon, taken from Psalm 72:17, means "to increase," "to endure," or "continue." Yinon is also an ancient reference to the Messiah.
We are inspired by a vision of Jewish life that is progressive, egalitarian, and engaging ... rooted in the enduring legacy of Mashiach. We seek to cultivate in our fellow Jews greater levels of faith, hope, and involvement with the world. We seek to inspire our sisters and brothers to prepare the world for the coming of Mashiach. We are far from having a patent on the process, and welcome you to join us on our journey.
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MJ Coalition condemns Church of Scotland report
Today five different Messianic Jewish organizations representing the bulk of Messianic Jews around world released a statement condemning the recently affirmed report on “The inheritance of Abraham” by the Church of Scotland. Throughout the month of May the Church of Scotland … Continue reading
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Messianic Jewish Movement Responds to Christ at the Checkpoint
Today the International Messianic Jewish Alliance (IMJA), the Union of Messianic Jewish Congregations (UMJC), and the Messianic Jewish Alliance (MJAA), have released a joint press release raising concerns about the upcoming Christ at the Checkpoint conference to be held in … Continue reading
Announcing … Another Rabbi!
Last week at the mid-year UMJC leaders retreat in Nashville, TN, my friend and colleague, Nathan Joiner, received rabbinic ordination. I had the honor of being one of the rabbis (pictured above) to lay hands on Rabbi Joiner to grant … Continue reading
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Is this ‘Judaism Lite’?
Tonight I went to a lecture with Rabbi Avi Weiss at the historic 6th & I synagogue in downtown Washington, DC. Rabbi Weiss has been named by Newsweek as one of the 50 most influential rabbis in America. He is … Continue reading
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Are We Kosher?
My friend and colleague, Rabbi Dr. Michael Schiffman, has raised an important discussion on his blog concerning the use of the title “rabbi” within the Messianic Jewish Movement, and whether or not those who use the title are ‘kosher.’ This … Continue reading
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Is Messianic Judaism in Crisis?
Today is Hoshana Rabbah – the culmination of Sukkot and preparation for the final days of Shemini Atzeretand Simchat Torah. However, I find myself troubled a bit, as my joy is not quite complete. I have been deeply troubled lately about the future of our … Continue reading
UMJC Conference Report
I just returned home from an exciting week at the 2010 UMJC Conference held this year in beautiful Seattle, WA. I arrived last Monday (July 26th) for the UMJC Delegate meetings held on Tuesday and Wednesday. Some great discussions and … Continue reading
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See you in Seattle!
*Online conference registration ENDS TODAY! The 2010 UMJC International Conference is quickly approaching and I want to encourage you to attend. The conference will be held in Seattle this year, and I believe will prove to be one of the … Continue reading
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Kabbetz Southeast
This past weekend was the UMJC Kabbetz HaEsrim Southeast conference, held in Cary, NC at host congregation Sha’arei Shalom.Nearly fifty young Messianics between the ages of 18-35 gathered to pray, worship, and build relationships with each another.Participants enjoyed worship services … Continue reading
Kabbetz Northeast
Last week was a busy one … the Borough Park Symposium in NYC, and then Kabbetz Northeast in Bloomfield, CT. Although I have spent this whole week trying to catch up, it was well worth it! Kabbetz HaEsrim (Gathering the … Continue reading
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