SAPIR Conversations S18E2: Choosing to be Chosen with Rabbis Noa Kushner and Adam Mintz
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Sep 29, 2025 
Rabbi Adam Mintz, founder of Project Ruth, and Rabbi Noa Kushner, a pioneering voice in American Jewish life, engage in a compelling conversation about conversion and the nature of chosenness. They discuss the surge in conversion interest following recent events, the evolving acceptance within families, and the blend of identity perceptions in America. The rabbis dive into the dynamics of welcoming converts, the motivations behind conversion, and the intricate dialogues on community and identity in Judaism. Their insights promise to challenge and inspire anyone curious about Jewish life.
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Ask About Willingness To Bear Jewish Risks
- Ask conversion candidates whether they accept the risks of anti-Semitism after converting.
- Encourage honest pride and readiness to publicly identify as Jewish despite potential backlash.
Conversion Often Follows A Lifelong Spark
- Converts often describe early-life moments of affinity, not a sudden conversion decision.
- This 'spark' or long-standing felt belonging frequently precedes formal conversion.
Don't Make Conversion A Taboo Topic
- Jewish partners should openly discuss conversion with their non-Jewish partners instead of treating it as taboo.
- Put conversion on the table and explore it together rather than avoiding the conversation.
