Welcome to the Academy for Jewish Religion California Alumni website where you can get to know our alumni and make meaningful connections beyond virtual space. We are so glad you are here.
Our rabbis, cantors, chaplains, and educators are part of a unique transdenomenational community of Jewish spiritual leaders and innovators who are passionate about a living, thriving Judaism of the 21st century.
The diversity of AJRCA alumni is a beautiful reflection of the tapestry of Jewish communities around the world. We are committed to deep inquiry, wisdom, and the development of inner life.
Dr. Mantell comments that the parashah begins with raising the flame of the menorah, followed by deep dissatisfaction and anger by the people. He cites…
Dr. Helman writes that God literally forces the Israelites to “eat their words”; they complain bitterly about eating nothing but manna and wish to return…
