Having converted to Judaism myself, I am always happy to be able to help others along the way on their journey to becoming Jewish, whether that means mentoring a prospective convert myself or helping connect them with an appropriate rabbi.

Becoming Jewish is a process requiring considerable commitment on the part of the prospective proselyte. Generally, it takes a year or more of study (usually including an “Introduction to Judaism” course), thoughtful engagement with Jewish holidays and practices, and one-on-one work with a rabbinic mentor, culminating in a beit din (a formal rabbinic court) and mikveh (ritual immersion). Depending on gender, anatomy, and personal circumstances, milah (circumcision) may also be required.

For most people the best approach to Jewish conversion is to seek out a congregation in your area whose values and approach to Judaism correspond to your own. If you happen to live in or near Binghamton, NY, then I invite you to give my congregation Temple Concord a try — we are a vibrant, progressive community with a welcoming attitude toward converts!

If you happen to live in an area without a rabbi to supervise your conversion process, or have concerns about finding a welcoming environment, I have experience working with prospective converts to Judaism long-distance. If you think you might be interested in working toward conversion with me, feel free to reach out to me via my contact form and we can discuss your situation.

As a matter of rabbinic ethics, I do not charge a fee for mentoring a prospective convert or for sponsoring their conversion. Be aware however that I do charge an hourly rate for educational work. You can contact me to find out about the rates I charge one-on-one tutoring. I am always willing to adjust my fees to accommodate an individual’s financial needs.