September 4, 2025 - January 29, 2026
Thursday, 6:30pm-9:00pm Central Time (4:30-7:00 pm Pacific Time/7:30-10:00pm Eastern Time)

Registration open! Miller Intro to Judaism

Instructor: Rabbi Myra Meskin

The Miller Intro to Judaism Program is the go-to Jewish class for anyone interested in building a foundation of Jewish knowledge, how-tos, and practices. It is a great way to start your journey if you are considering converting to Judaism. Throughout this 18-week course, students of all ages and backgrounds meet to explore significant topics. From rituals and holidays to Torah and values, every cohort is guided by a rabbi who brings the past, present, and future together. Learn what we cover in the class overview.

Want to learn more about what it takes to convert to Judaism? 
Read our guide: Four Steps to Becoming a Jew.

The Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is an 18-week course that provides fundamental knowledge, practical skills, and insights into Jewish culture. No matter your age or background, you can join the program to learn about significant topics such as rituals, holidays, Torah, and values. With guidance from a rabbi, each cohort explores the past, present, and future of Judaism.

We offer classes both in-person at local synagogues and online via Zoom. 

Whether you simply want to learn more about the basics of Judaism or are ready to begin your journey to conversion, the Miller Introduction toJudaism Program is for you.

For questions, please contact maascenter [at] aju.edu (maascenter[at]aju[dot]edu).

We offer a refund for tuition (minus the non-refundable tuition deposit) up to 30 days after the start of your class.

September 2025 (Central Time) Class Schedule

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September 4 - Torah: Our People’s Story

September 11 - Sacred Days: The Festivals of the Year

September 18 - Days of Awe

September 25 - Prayer: Keva and Kavanna

October 2                                 NO CLASS (Yom Kippur)

October 9 ****- God Wrestling

October 16 - Shabbat: A Cathedral in Time

October 23 - Ancient Israel: Kings, Priests, and Prophets

October 30 - Two Jews . . . Three Opinions

November 6 - Passover: Exodus and Us ****

November 13 - The Rabbinic Revolution

November 20 - Jews + Food

November 27                                NO CLASS (Thanksgiving)

December 4 - Under Crescent and Cross

December 11 - The Greatest Blessing

December 18 - From Generation to Generation

December 25, January 1              NO CLASS (Winter Break)

January 8 - Life’s Hard Times

January 15 - Hatred and Heroism

January 22 - Israel: A Great Dream

January 29 - The Jewish Mission to Heal the World

If you are planning on becoming a Jew by Choice: When you have completed all course requirements, please schedule a final meeting with your instructor and/or sponsoring rabbi. They will confirm that you have attended all eighteen classes. Additionally, they may ask you to do some additional learning in preparation for conversion. Completion of course requirements is not a guarantee of eligibility to convert.