Definition:

The marriage of two people from differing faith backgrounds and/or religious identities.

Reform Judaism is committed to a Living Judaism that is both steeped in Jewish tradition and recognises modern realities. Reform Judaism is aware that increasing numbers of Jews have non-Jewish partners. It seeks to be as inclusive as possible while preserving an awareness that boundaries do exist between Jews and non-Jews.

Reform Judaism aims to enable all those who sincerely wish to be counted among the Jewish people, and who make the commitment to study and practice Judaism, to be included. The provision of conversion programmes, encouragement and education is prioritised.

Reform Judaism is determined to enable Jews who have non-Jewish partners/families to maintain their membership of Jewish communities and continue to practice their Judaism. Non-Jews are welcomed, their tradition is respected. Their support for their Jewish partner is encouraged whilst maintaining appropriate boundaries between those who profess the Jewish faith and those who do not.

Reform Judaism welcomes those who have family links to Judaism, such as Jewish fathers or other relatives, and who want to identify more closely with the Jewish community. They are invited to come and explore with us all the possible ways in which this may be expressed. Mixed faith couples are invited to discuss their relationship with Reform rabbis even though they do not perform marriages or blessings in such circumstances. However, civil marriages are recognised as legally valid and rabbis can advise on how best to approach the event and life together. Mixed faith couples are encouraged to participate in the Jewish community and in synagogue life singly or jointly, and both partners are assured a warm welcome.  Opportunities are created for any child whose parents wish them to gain access to Jewish education and they are invited to come and discuss how this can be achieved.