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The Joint Jewish Education Program (J-JEP) is a multi-denominational Jewish complementary school for students in grades K-8. The mission of J-JEP is to provide innovative, experiential learning that will inspire and prepare students to engage meaningfully in Jewish life.

About J-JEP

The Joint Jewish Education Program (J-JEP) is a collaborative effort between Congregation Beth Shalom (Conservative) and Rodef Shalom Congregation (Reform). It began in 2012 with the goal of bringing the best of the two movements to the students.

Mission

The Mission of the Joint Jewish Education Program (J-JEP) is to develop a vibrant community of Jewish learners by providing an exemplary K-8 religious education program. J-JEP builds upon the established collaboration between congregations Beth Shalom and Rodef Shalom, increases vitality in the classrooms, encourages interaction among students and families of different Jewish backgrounds, respects diverse approaches to Jewish practice and thought, delivers a nurturing, experiential Judaic curriculum, and engages our community’s best teaching talent, all while utilizing resources more effectively. 

J-JEP centers its program around Jewish values and always frames the learning in ways that make it personal for the students. In other words, we want our students to understand their Jewish heritage as something that informs their lives, is useful in their lives, and is felt personally. We want them to feel their Judaism giving richness to their lives and as a path to making the world a better place and themselves better people.  We aim for them to experience Jewish ritual as a vehicle for ethical teachings and spiritual connection to Jews around the world.

Upcoming Events

  • Tue, Apr 01
    Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum
    Apr 01, 2025, 8:00 AM – Apr 21, 2025, 5:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    This free exhibit will be on display in the Rodef Shalom Congregation Jewish Museum through April 21, 2025.
  • Multiple Dates
    Thu, Apr 17
    Rodef Shalom Congregation
    Apr 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Come join our lovely little Canasta Group. Beginners are welcome! If you are a new player, please get in touch with Laura Silver Veach at ldsveach@gmail.com for details on play times, which may be subject to change or cancellation.
  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, Apr 18
    Rodef Shalom & Beth Shalom
    Apr 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
    Rodef Shalom & Beth Shalom, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Join Tiferet Project for this 7-week series exploring spiritual renewal through movement. Classes meet twice weekly as we journey from Passover to Shavuot: Fridays, 11am @ Rodef Shalom | Sundays, 10am @ Beth Shalom | April 18-June 1, 2025
  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, Apr 18
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online
    Apr 18, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Rest and rejoice as we welcome Shabbat with beautiful music and meaningful prayer. We welcome interfaith families, the LGBTQIA+ community, visitors, and all generations… and we’re saving a seat for you too.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sat, Apr 19
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online
    Apr 19, 2025, 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Enhance your understanding of the Torah in this informal discussion about Jewish tradition's central text.
  • Sat, Apr 19
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online
    Apr 19, 2025, 10:00 AM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Join us for a Shabbat and Passover morning service with our friends from Temple Sinai, held in our Main Sanctuary and online.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sun, Apr 20
    Rodef Shalom Congregation
    Apr 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Come join our lovely little Canasta Group. Beginners are welcome! If you are a new player, please get in touch with Laura Silver Veach at ldsveach@gmail.com for details on play times, which may be subject to change or cancellation.
  • Multiple Dates
    Mon, Apr 21
    Rodef Shalom Congregation
    Apr 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    A full list of Pittsburgh AA meetings is available at pghaa.org/meetings
  • Multiple Dates
    Tue, Apr 22
    Apr 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Sisterhood Room, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Beginners welcome! Lunch to follow. Bring lunch for yourself and a dessert to share.
  • Multiple Dates
    Wed, Apr 23
    Rodef Shalom Congregation
    Apr 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Everyone is welcome to this informal game of mahj!
  • Multiple Dates
    Wed, Apr 23
    Congregation Beth Shalom
    Apr 23, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Congregation Beth Shalom, 5915 Beacon St, Pittsburgh, PA 15217, USA
    J-JEP's Wednesday Hebrew program for grades 3-6 begins with a creative 30-minute service before splitting up into classes by level, from learning the Alef Bet to leading the Torah Service. ​
  • Multiple Dates
    Thu, Apr 24
    Rodef Shalom Congregation
    Apr 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
  • Thu, Apr 24
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online
    Apr 24, 2025, 7:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Join the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh in remembering the approximately six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust on Yom HaShoah, or Holocaust Remembrance Day. Registration required.
  • Multiple Dates
    Fri, Apr 25
    Rodef Shalom Congregation
    Apr 25, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Join Cantor Toby Glaser for this abridged monthly Kabbalat Shabbat service. Get to know other Pittsburgh young Jewish professionals and close out the week with wine, apps, and great company! Registration required.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sat, Apr 26
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online
    Apr 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation & Online, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Rest and rejoice as we celebrate Shabbat with beautiful music and meaningful prayer. We welcome interfaith families, the LGBTQIA+ community, visitors, and all generations… and we’re saving a seat for you too.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sun, Apr 27
    Rodef Shalom Congregation
    Apr 27, 2025, 8:25 AM – 9:25 AM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Grab a bagel and experience learning Hebrew together as a family! In our most popular Hebrew program, students learn Hebrew prayers with a parent or other adult partner during the hour before religious school on Sundays. Free childcare is available for younger J-JEP siblings not enrolled in Hebrew.
  • Multiple Dates
    Sun, Apr 27
    Rodef Shalom Congregation
    Apr 27, 2025, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Find out more about the Joint Jewish Education Program at JJEP.org!
  • Multiple Dates
    Mon, Apr 28
    Rodef Shalom Congregation
    Apr 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
    Rodef Shalom Congregation, 4905 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
    Join Rabbi Jessica Locketz for this experience designed for Jewish adults 55 and older; anyone open to conversations about what it means not just to get older but to age wisely.
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