Jewish Conversion - Sim Shalom

Online Jewish Conversion — Flexible, Inclusive, and Authentic

If you are exploring conversion to Judaism, our Online Jewish Conversion Classes provide a comprehensive, structured, and spiritually grounded program—accessible from anywhere, with no relocation required.

Our approach balances serious Jewish learning with personal flexibility, welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, family situations, and spiritual journeys.

What Our Online Jewish Conversion Program Includes

Comprehensive Online Curriculum

• Eight structured online courses
• Self-paced and available 24/7
• Many students complete the program in a few months, while others take more time
• Designed to provide a strong foundation in Jewish belief, practice, and history

Monthly Live Online Group Sessions

• Minimum of four interactive online gatherings
• Opportunities to ask questions, reflect, and learn in community
• Facilitated discussions to support your learning journey

Exposure to Jewish Diversity

• Encouragement to attend synagogues of different Jewish denominations
• Helps you understand the diversity within Judaism
• Supports finding a Jewish community that feels like home

Mikvah (Ritual Immersion)

• Mikvah is a meaningful spiritual milestone in the conversion process
• May be completed locally in:
  • A traditional mikvah
  • A natural body of water (lake, river, or ocean), which fulfills halachic requirements

Please note: In some communities, mikva’ot may not welcome our converts. In such cases, immersion in a natural body of water is fully valid. 

Inclusive and Respectful Requirements

• Circumcision or hatafat dam brit is not required
• Individual medical, personal, and spiritual circumstances are respected
• Focus is placed on sincere commitment, learning, and Jewish life

Online Bet Din (Rabbinical Court)

• Final online meeting with a Bet Din of three Rabbis
• Formal welcome into K’lal Yisrael (the Jewish people)
• Official Certificate of Conversion emailed upon completion

Recognition and Denominational Transparency

Upon completing our program, you are Jewish.

It is important to understand:

• Orthodox and most Conservative institutions generally do not recognize liberal conversions
• This is also true of Reform and Reconstructionist conversions
• Our conversion is not intended for aliyah under Orthodox standards

What matters most is that you feel comfortable, affirmed, and at home in your Jewish community.

If, in the future, your spiritual journey leads you toward a more traditional path, additional study or conversion would be welcomed as a blessing.

About Sim Shalom and Jewish Universalism

Sim Shalom is an online Jewish synagogue and community grounded in Jewish Universalism, as envisioned by Rabbi Blane.

Jewish Universalism is:

• Non-judgmental
• Interfaith-supportive
• Respectful of individual choice and conscience

When you convert through Sim Shalom, you are free to choose the Jewish path or denomination that resonates for you.

Course Topics Include

• Torah
• Shabbat
• Jewish Holidays and Festivals
• Kashrut (Kosher Law)
• Jewish Symbols and Their Meanings
• Jewish History
• Jewish Life Cycle Events

Program Fees

• $150 per unit (8 units total)
• $300 Bet Din fee
• Required books: approximately $75

Fees are paid per unit, prior to accessing each course.

How to Get Started

1. Email [email protected] or call 201-338-0165
2. Receive a Letter of Understanding
3. Schedule a brief online navigation session
4. Begin your studies at any time

Your journey begins when you are ready.

May your path be meaningful, grounded, and filled with blessing.We look forward to welcoming you online at Sim Shalom.