Elliott Tepperman

Local clergy, community stand in solidarity with the congregation.

"While I have certainly been hearing from congregants who are concerned and angry, said Bnai Keshet Rabbi Elliott Tepperman, “the most common response I have heard is one of resilience and solidarity."

Markings are part of a rise of antisemitism in the United States, local rabbis say.

The Passover Seder takes place in the home. Area Jews are figuring out how to gather on Zoom, and have a socially distanced Seder.

On Sunday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m., congregations in Montclair will commemorate Tisha B’Av, at the Federal Building, 972 Broad St., Newark (ICE Headquarters).

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By ERIN ROLL roll@montclairlocal.news Three Montclair clergy members had their first day in court on Tuesday, but it’s not over yet. Rabbi Elliott Tepperman of Bnai Keshet and Revs. Ann Ralosky and John Rogers, both of First Congregational Church, made an appearance along with three other clergy and activists in Westfield Municipal Court on Tuesday. All ...

By ERIN ROLL roll@montclairlocal.news Three Montclair clergy were among six people arrested during a rally and protest calling for an extension of the Dream Act. Rabbi Elliott Tepperman of Bnai Keshet and Revs. Ann Ralosky and John Rogers of First Congregational Church were participating in a protest outside of Rep...

By GWEN OREL orel@montclairlocal.news This year’s Community Seder at Bnai Keshet will feature a theme of immigration. It’s particularly timely, with the president’s Muslim bans being fought in the courts. And two Bnai Keshet members, Melina Macall and Katherine McCaffrey, are the founders of the Syria Supper Club. But, Bnai Kes...