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Mar 31, 2026

New DC Congregations Center Black Jewish Identity and Community

(WJW) - Rishon took matters into his own hands. In February, he founded Ohel Eidot Chemdata, a traditionalist Modern Orthodox synagogue for African American and Caribbean Jews.

Mar 19, 2026

African American Synagogue Brings New Traditions to DC

(Moment)-- Rishon is taking his responsibility a step further with a new synagogue in Washington, DC, for African American and Caribbean Jews.

Social Activist, Author, Rabbi Shais Rishon leads new DC synagogue

Feb 27, 2026

Rabbinic Wisdom in the Wake of Scandal

(Forward)--When someone makes a mistake, our rabbis teach that we must hold them accountable in a way that is healing — not harmful

Feb 25, 2026

Two New DC Congregations Cater to Black Jews

(RNS) — Jews of color continue to face barriers to full inclusion in the Jewish community. Now they are forming their own worship communities.

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