November 02, 2008, Associated Press By Laurie Copans
Rabbis’ ruling puts many converts in limbo
Jerusalem — Raised without religion in Maryland, Shannon sought to make a new life for herself as a Jew in Israel.
In a rigorous conversion process, she studied religious law for a year, took a Hebrew name and changed her wardrobe to long skirts and sleeves as dictated by Orthodox Jewish custom. Finally, a panel of rabbis pronounced her Jewish. Read full article

Dec 24, 2008, Forward By Nathan Jeffay
Conversion Crisis in Israel Boils With New Appointee
Haifa — Florence Rouaux, a 28-year-old Jerusalemite who immigrated to Israel from Belgium in 2003, completed her conversion to Judaism three years ago. She went through the recognized channels, converting under the auspices of Israel’s state Conversion Authority. Read full article