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Conversion
Conversion
“And Ruth said: Do not urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God.” (Book of Ruth 1:16)
Are you interested in casting your lot with the Jewish people? Have you been looking for “something” that speaks to your spirit but couldn’t figure out what it was? Or have you found your life partner and want to share in their religion? No matter the reason, our clergy is ready to explore with you a path toward living a Jewish.
It's a Personal Process
Our conversion program is individually tailored to each candidate’s personal situation and needs. In general, our clergy will meet privately with a student for a period of time, during which we ask students to live like a Jew to the best of their ability. Our Greater Hartford Conservative rabbis co-sponsor and co-teach the Institute for Basic Judaism, a course that meets weekly from September/October thru March/April (depending on when the Jewish holidays are). This is a wonderful way to learn with others who are walking a similar path. Participation is not required, but is strongly suggested, for both candidate and, where possible, the candidate’s Jewish partner.
Conversion according to the laws of the Conservative movement includes circumcision for males who are not yet circumcised, or hatafat dam brit, a drawing of blood, for those who are. Individuals immerse in our mikveh, our ritual bath, separately in front of a same-gendered guide.
During and/or following conversion, we are happy to set you up with a mentor, someone who converted years before, who can show you the ropes and help troubleshoot your new holidays and rituals.
Jews-by-Choice are welcomed to participate in all synagogue activities, services, and programs. We would be delighted to celebrate your conversion with an aliyah, a Torah honor. Please contact Rabbi Howard Sowalsky to schedule.
To begin studying with one of our rabbis, please contact Rabbi Rosen or Rabbi Zerin by calling our office at (860) 233-9696.
Fri, September 22 2023
7 Tishrei 5784
Upcoming Events
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Sunday ,
SepSeptember 24 , 2023Cemetery Service
Sunday, Sep 24th 10:00a to 11:00a
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Sunday ,
SepSeptember 24 , 2023Yom Kippur - Kol Nidrei Evening Services
Sunday, Sep 24th 6:15p to 8:45p
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SepSeptember 25 , 2023Yom Kippur - Morning Services
Monday, Sep 25th 9:00a to 1:30p
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Monday ,
SepSeptember 25 , 2023Yom Kippur Morning - Family Service
Monday, Sep 25th 9:30a to 10:30a
Our Family Service is geared to families with children in grades 1-5. Rabbi Rachel Zerin and Dr. Eliyahu Krigel lead this meaningful service focused on Tefillah (prayer), Tzedakah (sacred giving), and Teshuvah (returning to our best selves). We'll weave together prayers, stories, and discussions in order to bring spiritual sustenance to all of us in this time of renewal. -
Monday ,
SepSeptember 25 , 2023Yom Kippur - Mazel Tots
Monday, Sep 25th 9:30a to 10:30a
Join Dr. Eliyahu Krigel for play-based and interactive services, giving our youngest members an opportunity to gain meaning and joy during this special time in our calendar cycle through the use of puppets. Snack will be provided.