By Alex Winston @ Jerusalem Post
Following the new guidelines and restrictions introduced by the Israeli
government on Wednesday to combat the spread of the coronavirus, the World Organization of
Orthodox Synagogues Communities in Israel and the Diaspora published updated guidelines for
synagogues and prayer services...
By Kait Hobson @ forward.com
Eleven people were tragically killed last month in Pittsburgh when a gunman attacked the Tree
of Life Synagogue in an apparent anti-Semitic hate crime.
Reports indicate that the synagogue had created a security plan and had practiced active-shooter
drills, yet Tree of Life had its doors open during Saturday’s Shabbat service.
The following are exemplary practices for Jewish institutions which will
assist synagogues and Jewish organizations in being safe and secure while maintaining an open and
welcoming environment. Keep in mind that global and local events may impact security. It is important
to be proactive...
