We welcome your interest in becoming a part of the Jewish people or in desiring to better understand the eternal covenant that exists between the Jewish people and God. In our day and age, there are many reasons a person might wish to become a Jew by Choice. It is not a decision that we take lightly, and we hold the utmost respect for those who wish to seriously pursue this objective.
Exploring Judaism
A Few Beginning Resources
Reliable Websites
www.myjewishlearning.com
www.jewfaq.org
www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org
www.reformjudaism.org
Books
To Life, Rabbi Harold Kushner
Jewish Holidays, Rabbi Michael Strassfeld
The Book of Life, Rabbi Michael Strassfeld
Essential Judaism, George Robinson
Essential Torah, George Robinson
Choosing a Jewish Life, Anita Diamant
A Short History of the Jewish People, Raymond Sheindlin
Online Introduction to Judaism Classes
Reform Judaism: www.reformjudaism.org
Washington Coalition of Rabbis: https://www.washingtoncoalitionofrabbis.com/event-details/introduction-to-judaism
Miller Intro to Judaism Program at www.aju.edu
Jewish Community in Spokane
Join us in Spokane or online for worship, programs, and classes:
www.spokanetbs.org
www.spokaneemanu-el.org
Request a meeting with Rabbi Tamar Malino
Email: administrator@spokanetbs.org or call our Temple Beth Shalom office at (509)747-3304
The Process of Conversion
The process of converting to Judaism involves different elements and preparatory steps depending on whether the person converting is a baby, a child, or an adult man or woman. Our Rabbi is happy to discuss the conversion rituals with anyone who wishes to learn more about the process.
Our community has many active members and leaders who have chosen Judaism along their life paths. Let us welcome you!
(509) 747-3304