Introduction to Judaism 2025 – 2026
Introduction to Judaism is a free 21-week course designed for individuals of faiths other than Judaism who want to explore Judaism or who are considering conversion to Judaism.
For those considering conversion, please note the following:
- Regular attendance is required.
- Upon completion of the course with approval of your sponsoring clergyperson, a participant may proceed to a rabbinic court for conversion. Your sponsoring rabbi or cantor will assist you in making the necessary arrangements.
- If applicable, the spouse or partner of the participant who is contemplating conversion is required to take the course.
- Lappin Foundation will fund the cost of immersion in the mikvah (ritual bath) for individuals converting to Judaism who qualify.*
*For more information contact Sharon Wyner at swyner@lappinfoundation.org or call 978-565-4450.
Subsidized Conversions to Judaism & Welcome Gift
Subsidized conversions and welcome gifts are available to those living in or who belong to a Jewish organization in Lappin Foundation’s North Shore or Merrimack Valley Service Area.
Under the supervision of a sponsoring rabbi or cantor, costs related to conversion, including mikvah (ritual bath) are fully subsidized for men (non-surgical), women and children.
For more information on subsidized conversions, or if you need a rabbi or cantor to sponsor your conversion, call Sharon Wyner at 978-565-4450, swyner@lappinfoundation.org or contact your clergyperson.
In celebration of conversion to Judaism and in welcoming the new Jew-by-choice to our Jewish Family, the Foundation is pleased to offer a gift bag of Jewish ritual items. Contact Sharon Wyner at 978-565-4450 or swyner@lappinfoundation.org if you have questions.