When ever she would get fussy and mov e about, he would either pick her up and hold her while chanting, OR she would sit up there near the bimah. I guess it depends what kind of congregation you attend. As far as the Reform is concerned, I embrace the Reform movement because of man y of the same reasons that you have stated. I hope that you find a congregatio n that is more accepting. I feel the same about bringing children into the ser vices.
Hate is hate.
Our job has just begun. We need to reach out to all of America. If that's your choice, you have to play by their rules. Many RJ feel comfortable eating in such an environment, many don't. If their rules bother you, don't eat there.