Mission Statement

Mission Statement:

The CCAR enriches and strengthens the Jewish community by empowering Reform Rabbis to provide religious, spiritual and organizational leadership as it:

• Fosters excellence in Reform Rabbis
• Enhances Reform Rabbis’ professional and personal lives
• Amplifies the voice of the Reform Rabbinate in the Reform Movement, the Jewish community and the world in which we live.

Core Pillars:

The CCAR achieves its Mission by offering Reform Rabbis opportunities for:

• Torah study
• Professional development
• Spiritual growth and emotional well-being
• Specialized services, such as placement, pension, mentoring and advocacy
• Publishing liturgy and resource materials for the Reform Movement, including prayerbooks for the home and congregations, Responsa, platforms and guidelines
• Articulating positions on social, ethical and religious issues of the day
• Chevruta – a nurturing community of colleagues and friends.