Our Mission Statement

The Jewish Learning Exchange is here to inspire greater involvement in Judaism through…

• “Crash Course” Judaism workshops
• Weekly classes
• Special guest lecturers
• Shabbat home hospitality
• User-friendly synagogue services
• Personal rabbinic counseling
• A book-lending library
• An extensive audio collection

…in order to raise Jews of all backgrounds to a greater knowledge, closeness and appreciation of the music, beauty and harmony of the Almighty, His Torah and His people. Please join us!

What is the Jewish Learning Exchange?

We invite you to learn more about the Jewish Learning Exchange by watching the following informative video and look forward to seeing you at one of our many classes and events. If you have any questions please contact the JLE.

History of the JLE

The JLE is a non-profit educational institution founded over 25 years ago by Rabbi Yitzchok Kirzner, zt”l, of blessed memory, initially under the auspices of Ohr Somayach, a Jewish outreach university based in Jerusalem, Israel. Today the JLE is an independent outreach and educational organization and an invaluable resource for the Southern California Jewish community as well as for visitors from around the world.