Rabbi Mark N. Wildes
Founder and director of Manhattan Jewish Experience and an ordained rabbi from Yeshiva University, known for Modern Orthodox outreach and Jewish education work with adults and young professionals.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 1h 20min
Mark Wildes: Is Modern Orthodox Outreach the Way Forward? [Denominations 3/4]
Rabbi Mark Wildes, founder of Manhattan Jewish Experience and ordained at Yeshiva University, leads Modern Orthodox outreach and Jewish education for young professionals. He discusses who does outreach and why, the challenge of sustaining newcomers after programs, making Shabbat inviting for many, and how small communities help integrate people into lasting Jewish life.
Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 9min
Hostility, Confusion, and Ideological Pressure: Outreach in a Changing World, with Rabbi Mark Wildes (269)
Rabbi Mark Wildes, founder of Manhattan Jewish Experience and expert on Jewish outreach, discusses the impact of New York's mayoral election on Jewish safety and identity. He tackles the troubling connection between anti-Zionism and antisemitism, emphasizing that understanding this distinction is essential. Wildes shares insights on engaging politically left-leaning young Jews and highlights the importance of teaching religious Zionism in outreach efforts. He also provides practical steps for Jews feeling disenfranchised, advocating for Shabbat practice and studying Torah.
