Jewish organizations across the country are adapting to the new normal - live-streaming services, holding classes over video chat, turning live programs into digital experiences. As many congregations change, patterns of abuse do not. Spiritual abuse can happen in the home, too, and takes many forms. If you or someone you know isn’t safe in their relationship, SHALVA can help.

Video transcript: I knew she loved the congregation. She loved the singing. So it was strange when she stopped coming all of a sudden. She told me her boyfriend didn’t want her going there anymore, that she was a “bad Jew.” He made it clear that her practice was all wrong, and his was right. She was heartbroken. But she wanted to make him happy, so that was that.