Join us as we Pursue Justice!
the ptbe community has endorsed CLIMATE CHANGE, bodily autonomy, and the protection of our democracy as our priority social justice ISSUES.
We are excited to engage PTBE members of all ages in these social justice campaigns. This is not just a committee--this is a PTBE-wide movement!
Come be a part of it!
What is Rodfei Tzedek?
We draw inspiration from one of the most famous justice-related verses in Torah:
“צֶ֥דֶק צֶ֖דֶק תִּרְדֹּ֑ף, / tzedek tzedek tirdof” — “Justice, justice shall you pursue!”
The PTBE Rodfei Tzedek (Pursuers of Justice) team believes that together we can become an increasingly powerful force to implement the values of Tikkun Olam and social justice in our congregation, our local community and in our country.
WHY SOCIAL JUSTICE?
We, as Jewish people, are called to social justice work. The Talmud states, "Do not be daunted by the enormity of the world's grief. Do justly now, love mercy now, walk humbly now. You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to abandon it.”
Join us!
Are you passionate about:
local and national social justice issues?
partnering with Jewish and non-Jewish organizations to work toward concrete solutions and broader systems change?
joining together in community to impact social justice?
Contact Marla Becker or Nancy Schneider
Give to Rodfei Tzedek!
Did you know that you can donate directly to Rodfei Tzedek to help us continue to run programs and pursue justice? Click below to support our work. Choose “Rodfei Tzedek Fund” from the dropdown menu. Thank you!
Click on the photos below to scroll through a gallery of Rodfei Tzedek highlights….
RODFEI TZEDEK Partnerships
- Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism (The RAC)
-Dayenu: PTBE is now part of a larger network of Jewish climate activists around the country, as we have officially established ourselves/Rodfei Tzedek as a Dayenu Circle. Dayenu is a movement of American Jews confronting the climate crisis with “spiritual audacity and bold political action”.
-California Interfaith Power and Light
-Peninsula Interfaith Climate Action (our connection to local faith houses collaborating on issues of climate justice)
-National Council of Jewish Women Jews for Abortion Access Campaign
PTBE RODFEI TZEDEK Achievements:
In partnership with Interfaith Power and Light and with the support of the Board of Trustees, Rodfei Tzedek helped make solar power a reality at PTBE. 224 solar panels were installed on our roof in October 2022. Watch a video of our solar journey here
Participates in nationwide observance of Repro Shabbat in partnership with NCJW. Assembled and delivered post-abortion care kits. Championed Rabbi Lisa’s sermon addressing abortion access
Met with legislators in San Mateo, Sacramento & Washington, D.C. to help promote the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism’s legislative priorities
Participates in Faith Climate Action Week annually during Earth Month. Faith communities all over the country focus on how we can all take action to protect our climate
Presented a well-attended “Evenings of Justice” speaker series (highlighting social justice topics with educational speakers and action opportunities)
Facilitated house meetings in members’ homes as part of a listening campaign and to strengthen connections
Met with local community and public organizations already embarking on social justice campaigns to identify opportunities for partnership
Hosted a series of environmentally focussed film discussions facilitated by our teen climate justice leaders
Activated our network to get out the vote through letter and postcard writing, a state proposition educational forum, text and phone banking
Greener by Default is a PTBE initiative that encourages us to consider our relationships with food & our environment in a fresh way. It allows us to intentionally incorporate our Jewish values into our community celebrations here at PTBE.
Click here to learn more!
Join us!
Rodfei Tzedek would love to hear from you. For more information about upcoming events and how you can get involved, contact Marla Becker or Nancy Schneider.