
Jews anchor their spiritual and religious life in the study of our sacred texts and tradition. I am particularly proud that most people point to my teaching ability as one of my greatest strengths. I firmly believe that “informed choice” is the right of every modern Jew, but that means modern Jews must have the Basic Judaism and Lifelong Jewish Education to make their choices. Contact me for information about in-person and live on-line Jewish Education opportunities of all types--from Torah Study to Basic Judaism to Jewish Study tours around the world. Every opportunity is a chance to deepen your Jewish Identity.
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Jewish Study is the Foundation of Jewish Life
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Undertaking a course of study with Rabbi Yitzhak Miller opened new doors in my exploration of Judaism and spirituality. Rabbi Yitzi does far more than teach; he brings a passion for lifelong learning and growth that makes him both an educator and a guide. Rabbi Yitzi lives to teach, and he also teaches to life.
-Jason Winston |
Whether adults or children, Jews anchor their spiritual and religious life in the study of our sacred texts and tradition. As a Rabbi who believes that “informed choice” is the right of every modern Jew, it is also imperative to me that modern Jews have the knowledge by which to make their spiritual and religious choices.
Through 21st-century technology, I can make my services available to people regardless of geography, and we can get small groups of people together who otherwise would not have the opportunity for this learning. For many groups--both small and large--this technology makes access to high-quality Jewish education accessible and affordable.
Click below for a description of each type of learning opportunity:
Classes, Seminars, & Webinars
Adult Hebrew
Basic Judaism
Lifelong Learning
Jewish Study Tours
Public Tours
Private Tours
Bar Mitzvah / Bat Mitzvah
Spiritual Counseling / Pastoral Counseling
Services for Schools:
Curriculum Guidance
Teacher Training
Preparation for Bar Mitzvah / Bat Mitzvah
Exploring Conversion to Judaism
The foundation of my work as a Rabbi is teaching. I offer both in-person classes and seminars, and also live distance-learning classes (webinars). At any given time, I offer both entry-level and more advanced classes to support the gamut of Jewish learners.
For a list of current and upcoming classes, please click here.
For a list of available topics for your community, please click here.
One privilege of being physically located in beautiful
For a list of upcoming retreats, please click here.
To contact me to discuss planning a retreat for your community, please click here.
At least once per year, I offer the opportunity for people to travel on a Jewish study tour. At least every two years, the trip is to
My public tours are limited in size to ensure a more “family-like” atmosphere. They are coordinated with travel companies that specialize in Jewish travel and are intended to strike a good balance between affordability and comfort.
I can also help you and your family or group organize your own personal Jewish Study Tour or a Bar/Bat Mitzvah or Wedding tour.
For a list of upcoming public study tours, please click here.
To contact me for more information about private tours, please click here.
Spiritual Counseling / Pastoral Counseling
Spiritual direction has often been described as “therapy with God included.” At its core, the entire purpose of spiritual direction is to help the participant find true purpose and meaning in his/her life. I draw upon the rich wisdom sources of Jewish tradition to assist our exploration.
Pastoral counseling is more specifically-focused on a life event (divorce, mourning, adoption, etc.) than on spiritual direction. The process, however, is the same—me utilizing my knowledge of Jewish tradition to help the person in need tap into Judaism’s treasures.
To contact me to discuss Spiritual Counseling or Pastoral Counseling, please click here.
For a fee schedule, please click here.
Scholar-in-Residence weekends are a wonderful way to share my educational talents with your community, to stimulate further Jewish study, or to bring a different perspective to those your community already enjoys.
Any of the seminar or retreat topics can be tailored to a scholar-in-residence weekend in your community. I can also create a topic, according to your wishes.
For a list of common Scholar-In-Residence topics, please click here.
To contact me to discuss your community's needs, please click here.
For a fee schedule, please click here.
Individual Jewish study may be your preference, rather than classes, seminars, or retreats. For some clients, I create an individualized study program and provide regular appointments to discuss material and monitor progress. I also have numerous clients who wish to explore Judaism as a family—often because they are unable to meet this need at a synagogue. Again, the program is tailored to the family’s goals.
To contact me to discuss your needs, please click here
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Curriculum Guidance & Teacher Training
As the Director of Education for two different synagogues during my career, I have vast experience helping parents and teachers put together a curriculum and help train teachers to be more effective with their students. My knowledge of the resources available from various movements and publishers helps those responsible for Jewish education in their organization to be most efficient and effective.
For a list of common teacher-training topics, please click here.
To contact me to discuss your needs, please click here.
For a fee schedule, please click here.