The Conservative and Reform movements in Judaism have been becoming more similar for years, and now with the coronavirus pandemic, another difference between them has been erased.

Andre Allen Hairston, a black convert, discovered Judaism in an Indiana prison through weekly Torah studies led by rabbis aiming to convert inmates.

In Michal Kravel-Tovi's book on state-sponsored religious conversions in Israel, the conversion crisis is explored, dating back to the 1950s when the issue of defining who is a Jew surfaced.

Boysie Dikobe, a 28-year-old dancer with Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, is on a journey towards Judaism, with an official Conservative conversion planned for Rosh Hashanah.

Rebbetzin Abby Lerner, the national director of conversion services for GPS, discusses her role in supporting conversion candidates and preventing abuse in the Orthodox conversion process.

The text discusses three scholarly essays from leading journals, highlighting key points.

An Israeli reporter convinced Dr. Daniel Brown to share his story of being Hitler's nephew's grandson and a Jew, leading to public sensationalism and traumatic consequences for his family.

Dr. Michal Kravel Tovi's book "When the State Winks: The Performance of Jewish Conversions in Israel" delves into the challenging conversion process that female migrants from the former USSR opt for in Israel to enhance their integration into society.

A museum exhibition in Berlin sheds light on how the Nazis manipulated Martin Luther's anti-Semitic writings to advance their agenda, particularly showcasing his work "On The Jews And Their Lies."

In "Leaving the Jewish Fold: Conversion and Radical Assimilation in Modern Jewish History" by Todd Endelman, the discussion revolves around figures like Cardinal Jean-Marie Lustiger and Anglican bishop Michael Solomon Alexander, who were born Jewish but converted to Christianity, with Alexander's conversion being rooted in a journey sparked by encountering the New Testament.

The discussion examines the parallel between illegal immigration issues faced in the United States today and the story of Ruth from the Book of Ruth, traditionally read during Shavuot.

Writer and illustrator Christopher Noxon discusses his preference for the term "domestic first responder" over "house husband" and shares details about the ritual bloodletting involved in his conversion to Judaism.

The Abayudaya Jews of Uganda, led by Rabbi Gershom Sizomu, have been officially recognized by the Jewish Agency, allowing them to immigrate to Israel under the Law of Return.

Adult bar or bat mitzvah ceremonies are becoming increasingly common among Jewish converts who missed the opportunity to have the ceremony as teenagers due to various reasons, such as family circumstances, the Holocaust, or conversion to Judaism later in life.

The article discusses the concept of kiruv (Jewish outreach) and the potential harm in portraying the secular world as devoid of goodness.

This text describes the author's experience of undergoing a ritual immersion in a mikveh as part of her conversion to Judaism.

The author reflects on their own conversion process and the impact of Rabbi Barry Freundel's conviction for voyeurism on conversion candidates.

In a discussion led by Allison, Don, and Noah, three significant topics are covered: Prime Minister Netanyahu displays open support for American Republicans, sparking concerns about potential consequences; 106 generals urge Netanyahu to launch a regional peace process, raising questions about the involvement of the military in peace negotiations; and changes in Jewish conversion rules in Israel prompt reflections on the authority of the Rabbis.

Rabbi David Wolpe discusses the complex and varied views on conversion in Jewish tradition.

The author reflects on his journey of engaging with his complex musical heritage at Passover, specifically exploring his experiences with negro spirituals and Yiddish songs.

In Poland, there is a growing interest in Jewish heritage and a revival of Jewish identity, with people rediscovering their hidden Jewish roots and converting back to Judaism.

The author recalls the tragic suicide of their mother on Mother's Day in 1972, and the subsequent emotional journey of avoidance and self-reliance that followed, causing them to suppress their grief for decades.

The author reflects on the challenge of finding a place to honor their late mother, who passed away after a battle with cancer.

The text is a personal reflection on the author's journey as a convert to Judaism and their struggle with Jewish food traditions, particularly around Passover.

In Medellín, Colombia, a community of Sephardic converts to Judaism has established itself, tracing their ancestry to Marrano colonizers fleeing the Inquisition.