Embracing Jewish Faith and Community

“Wherever you go, I will go; wherever you lodge, I will lodge; your people shall be my people, and your God my God.” – Ruth 1:16

Conversion to Judaism is a profound and personal journey of faith and commitment. At Temple Anshe Sholom, Rabbi Cohen provides compassionate guidance and support through the conversion process.

Study and Preparation: We are affiliated with other Reform synagogues in the GTHA to offer a comprehensive Jewish Information Course (JIC) that covers Jewish beliefs, practices, history, and ethics. We have clergy from all affiliated synagogues participate in teaching classes. This is in addition to individual meetings with your sponsoring Clergy to explore personal questions and experiences. Classes begin in September or in December.

Rituals of Conversion: The conversion process includes meaningful and sacred rituals such as appearing before a Beit Din (rabbinical court) and immersion in a Mikvah (ritual bath) upon completion of the Jewish Information Course and interviews with your Clergy.

Welcoming our New Jews: We welcome students of Judaism to all services and events so they can learn and explore their Jewish path. Interfaith couples are welcome to become members of our congregation during this process. Upon completion of Mikvah, we celebrate our new Jews-by-choice by welcoming them into our community and affirming their place among the Jewish people. You will also receive a formal Certificate of Conversion and a Certificate of Immersion for your records.