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OU Israel

Since 1979, The OU Israel Center has provided a warm and welcoming environment, spiritual inspiration, and social connection for English-speaking Olim (new immigrants) and tourists – from young professionals to families to active retirees. Our 5 story, 840 sqm building in central Yerushalayim, complete with lecture halls, an English language library, classrooms, and event halls, is home to more than 80 weekly programs.

As a home-away-from home for English speakers of all ages, there is truly something exciting for everyone. The OU Israel Center is providing inspiration through the following innovative programs:

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The Avrom Silver College For Adults

More than 50 weekly classes offered day and night through the Avrom Silver Jerusalem College for Adults ranging from

  • Parashat Hashavua
  • Halacha
  • Jewish History
  • Contemporary Issues
  • Talmud and Jewish Thought

 

The Gustave and Carol Jacobs Center for Kashrut Education

The Gustave & Carol Jacobs Center for Kashrut Education educates tens of thousands of people on a weekly basis about Kashrut observance through:

  • Weekly shiurim
  • A dedicated column in Torah Tidbits
  • Engaging Videos
  • A Kashrut Hotline

Women’s Learning Initiatives

Women’s Learning Initiative inspires Jewish Women of all ages and backgrounds. Programming consists of:

  • A variety of classes
  • Inspirational trips
  • Cultural workshops
  • Learning opportunities
  • Mother and Daughter programs

JCHAT

The Jerusalem Community Hub for Anglos and Torah provides inspiration and connection for young professionals through:

  • Weekly Shiurim
  • Social Events
  • Rabbinic Mentorship & Guidance

Torah Tidbits

Enhances the Shabbat of countless individuals worldwide, filled with Divrei Torah on the Parsha, Halachic questions and answers by leading thinkers including:

  • Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb
  • and Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

OU Israel Travel

Enables English-speaking Olim and visitors to get to know Israel firsthand and to develop a deep love for our beautiful country. 

 

SCP – Semichat Chaver Program

SCP is a new and innovative halachic study program under the dynamic leadership of Rabbi Elyada Goldvicht. SCP is a carefully crafted structured curriculum with the needs of the 21st century young professional in mind. SCP features a specialized focus on:

  • both the practical and ethical meaning of halacha.
  • is rich with content that can easily be imparted to participants’ families.
  • Upon passing a written exam, participants can receive a certificate of accomplishment

Family Programming

This year, due to all of the COVID-19 lockdowns and school closures, OU Israel opened its Virtual Family Programming which includes:

  • “Kids’ Kollel” – engaging children grades 1-5 with virtual interactive learning.
  • Virtual Holiday Programming: Chanuka Palooza

This Week’s Shiur Schedule

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