Join The Vegan Shul Community 🌱
Finally there's a community where you can be Jewish and vegan or vegetarian and feel at home.
Live Jewish Classes Focused on Compassion & Sustainability
In The Vegan Shul Rabbi Akiva Gersh teaches 2 live Zoom classes weekly, diving into diverse Jewish topics such as prayer and spirituality, holidays and the weekly Torah portion, all with a unique vegan, environmental and ethical lens. Connect deeply with values that honor life and our planet.
50+
active learners worldwide
2x weekly
live interactive classes
25+ years
Akiva’s teaching experience
Why Join The Vegan Shul?
A Safe Space for Jewish Vegans and Vegetarians
Find a loving Jewish community that celebrates and supports your compassionate lifestyle.
Explore Judaism Differently
Learn about Jewish beliefs and traditions through the lens of animal welfare and environmental stewardship.
Engage Live & Connect
Participate in live classes, discussions, and community platforms tailored to your values.
Discover The Vegan Shul Experience
Interactive Zoom Classes
Engage live with Rabbi Akiva and classmates in weekly Zoom sessions that open doors to thoughtful conversations about Judaism, spirituality, ethics, and vegan living.
A Compassionate Community
Join Jewish vegans and vegetarians worldwide who celebrate shared values of kindness, health, and sustainability.
Jewish Values and Sustainability
Deepen your understanding of how Judaism’s teachings promote a healthy planet and compassionate choices every day.
What Our Community Says
"Rabbi Gersh's teachings have created a bridge between the beautiful teachings of Judaism and humanity. The teachings have brought a sense of compassion, mercy, and an inspiration of doing tikkun olam (fixing the world)."
Rande, Iowa
Community Member
"Thank you for creating The Vegan Shul. It's exactly what I've been missing in my life."
Leah, Israel
Participant
"The holidays have been so different this year for me, to know and understand the true reason behind what we do really brings another dimension of appreciation for them. Together with all the Jewish students that support my vegan lifestyle, the Vegan Shul has become a place of great learning and support for me."
Jennifer, Calgary
Long-time Learner
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