Orthodox Union
Legal brief filed to support case of Ohio Orthodox Jew banned from holding minyan in home
In January 2021, Daniel Grand invited a small group of neighbors to his home for Shabbat prayer services - a minyan, the quorum of ten men that Jewish law requires for communal worship.
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Rabbi Moshe Hauer’s quiet strength united Jews everywhere - opinion
Orthodox Union’s Rabbi Moshe Hauer dies of sudden heart attack at age 60
OU's Yachad raises $1.6 million to support those with disabilities
The Jewish organization announced that the donations came from over 2,500 people, and the funding will underwrite services and programs as well as scholarships for those with disabilities.
Orthodox Jewish groups endorse coronavirus vaccine, rabbis follow suit
“It is not a task that we are undertaking to try to convince the anti-vaccine movement,” said OU executive vice president Rabbi Moshe Hauer.
Congressional budget includes double the security funding for nonprofits
The funding goes to hardening targets with “barriers, gates, safety gear, surveillance equipment."
Orthodox Union, US Rabbinic Council advise use of coronavirus vaccine
Jews are obligated to care for their own health and protect others from harm or illness under Halakha.
Coronavirus guidelines: How should Jewish communities behave in winter?
These guidelines were created by the OU and RCA after consulting with numerous poskim (halachic authorities) to best determine communal decisions and policies.
Rockoff announced as new executive vice president of the RZA
Earlier in the year, Rockoff served as the head of World Mizrachi’s Orthodox Israel Coalition, doubling its membership from the previous elections.
Orthodox Union launches applications for Impact Accelerator program
The applications are due on October 30, and includes completing an online form, an interview with the OU Impact Accelerator selection committee and a pitch to the program’s board.
OU Kosher opens new education division to support communities online
The OU Kosher first virtual event was attended by no less than 1,100 people in 23 countries around the world.
Orthodox Union to highlight positive stories during pandemic
The initiate will be held on Shabbat on August 22, and will include Torah discussions.
Orthodox Union publishes High Holy Days observance guidance amid COVID-19
"Due to the pandemic, this year we must plan for a Yamim Noraim that will be very different than usual," the OU stated in their guidance.
