209. All Whose Hearts Moved Them

As the Israelites traveled through the wilderness, their hearts were moved to create a place for God to dwell among them. And, because they were still traveling, it had to be portable. Everyone in the community was involved in its  innovative construction, making it the ultimate community-building event. The priests were able to meet the needs of their community, no matter where they went. This is what we still look for from our leaders - an ability to meet our needs. Since the beginning of the Reform movement, Reform Judaism has remained innovative in its quest to meet the needs of the people, a quest that continues today!