Marin Summer Yeshiva 2026
Curriculum
Chassidut for Life (Rabbi Rice)
Chassidut for Life is a practical, heart-centered journey into the core teachings of Chassidic thought and how they illuminate everyday living. Through accessible study of classic texts (like the Tanya and other Hasidic masters), guided reflection, and lively discussion, the course translates deep ideas—Divine providence, inner joy, purpose, and humility—into concrete tools for resilience, relationships, and self-mastery. Students learn methods of mindful awareness and meditative contemplation (hitbonenut), explore the soul’s dynamics, and cultivate character traits that elevate work, family, and community life.
The JLI Sinai & Civics: The Jewish ethics that shaped America’s founding (Rabbi Rice)
In time for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, this three-session course reflects on the Jewish ethics, ideas, and values that inspired and influenced America’s founders—and that still shape our government and society today. Was it always self-evident that all people are “created equal”? What is the “pursuit of happiness”? What inspired America’s system of checks and balances? And looking ahead, what steps can we take to build a just and united future?
Stress Less, Prosper More! How to Conquer Anxiety and Invite Abundance Into Your Life! (Rabbi Avrohom Jacks)
Stress Less, Prosper More is a dynamic two-hour interactive workshop that equips you with science-backed tools to calm anxiety and open the door to abundance. “Stress Less” is a Torah-based self-help program. Through bite-size exercises, guided breathwork and visualization, cognitive reframing, and values-based goal setting, you’ll reset your nervous system and upgrade your money mindset. Expect live coaching, small-group practice, and a simple, personalized action plan to take home. Walk away clearer, calmer, and ready to pursue opportunities with confidence and focus.
Reimagining Humanity: The Torah's perspective on Artificial Intelligence (AI), human purpose, and the road to Redemption (Rabbi Avrohom Jacks)
Explore how classic and contemporary Torah sources frame artificial intelligence, human creativity, and moral agency on the road to Redemption. This discussion-based class examines image-of-God dignity, free will, and responsibility alongside halachic and ethical questions raised by AI. We’ll consider technology as a partner or rival in human purpose, weigh risks and opportunities, and map a redemptive vision that channels innovation toward justice, compassion, and deeper connection with the Divine. Open to all backgrounds; no technical expertise required. (Thank you AI for this lesson description.)
Brighter than Hate (Rabbi Avrohom Jacks)
Brighter Than Hate offers a clear, actionable seven-point roadmap to counter modern antisemitism online and offline. This lesson will uncover the most important modern battlefield – our very own mind. And how, through positive rewiring, we can chase away the darkness of the world with the greatest light that at our disposal.
Peer Study: The Backbone of Yeshiva
Peer Study is a chavruta-style session that taps the Torah’s vision of learning as a shared, life-giving pursuit. “Acquire for yourself a friend” (Pirkei Avot) and “Iron sharpens iron” (Proverbs 27:17) capture how dialogue refines thinking, deepens understanding, and strengthens character. Through questioning, listening, and respectful challenge, partners uncover nuance, translate ideas into practice, and build emotional resilience and humility. The result is growth that is both intellectual and soulful—wisdom learned together becomes wisdom lived.
Schedule 2026 (subject to change)
Sunday, August 2
8:30 Morning Prayers
9:30 Breakfast
10:15 Sinai & Civics (Rabbi Rice)
12:15 Chassidut for Life (Rabbi Rice)
1:15 Lunch
2:00 Stress Less, Prosper More! (Rabbi Jacks)
4:00 Shpatzir
4:30 Teachings of the Rebbe
(Rabbi Mintz)
6:00 Peer Study
6:45 Dinner
Monday, August 3
10:00 Sinai & Civics (Rabbi Rice)
12:00 Chassidut for Life (Rabbi Rice)
1:15 Lunch
2:00 Reimagining Humanity: The Torah's perspective on Artificial Intelligence (AI), human purpose, and the road to Redemption.
Brighter Than Hate: A 7-Point Strategy for Overcoming Modern Antisemitism
(Rabbi Jacks)
4:00 Shpatzir
4:30 Teachings of the Rebbe (Rabbi Mishulovin)
6:00 Peer Study
6:45 Dinner
Tuesday, August 4
10:00 Sinai & Civics (Rabbi Rice)
12:00 Chassidut for Life (Rabbi Rice)
1:15 Lunch 1:15 Lunch
2:00 Reimagining Humanity: The Torah's perspective on Artificial Intelligence (AI), human purpose, and the road to Redemption.
Brighter Than Hate: A 7-Point Strategy for Overcoming Modern Antisemitism
(Rabbi Jacks)
4:00 Shpatzir
4:30 Teachings of the Rebbe (Rabbi Mishulovin)
6:00 Peer Study
6:45 Dinner
FACULTY
Rabbi Avrohom Jacks served as a pulpit Rabbi for 15 years, and as a Torah teacher for over 30 years. He has an MBA in Innovation Leadership, and is a popular business and life coach.
Rabbi Jacks’ unique brand of humor, storytelling, and knowledge of Jewish mysticism has entertained and taught thousands of people on 4 continents. His audiences have enjoyed his unique ability to explain complex ideas in simple, relevant, and meaningful terms.
The Rabbi and his wife are the proud parents of 7 children.
Rabbi Levi Mintz was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. Rabbi Levi Mintz studied in Rabbinical schools in New York, France, and Canada, has studied under the direction of Rabbi Yechiel Kalmenson, one of the greatest Jewish scholars in our times and received his Rabbinical ordination from Rabbi Zalman Labkowsky - Dean of the Flagship Chabad Yeshivah Tomchei Temimim.
Renowned for his warm personality and communication, He has traveled on rabbinical tours throughout the United States and Europe and has spent over 10 years in the educational field. Rabbi Mintz and his wife now direct Chabad of Tiburon.
Rabbi Mendel Mishulovin grew up in Michigan, in a family of 10. Rabbi Mendel’s educational journey took him across the pacific, exposing him to different Jewish communities, cultures, and personalities, colorful and intriguing. His rabbinical residency included stints in communities in Montana, Florida, Oklahoma, where he formed close relationships with folks from diverse backgrounds and started his path towards outreach.
Rabbi Yisrael Rice d irects Chabad of Marin, San Rafael, California, together with his wife, Guila. He has been a community leader and educator for the past 35 years. Rabbi Rice is Chairman of the Jewish Learning Institute flagship division. Rabbi Rice is a popular teacher of Judaism known for his insightful grasp and his sense of humor. He is author of the course SoulQuest: life, afterlife and beyond, which was taught in over 350 communities around the world and The Kabbalah of Now.
Rabbi Rice is the author of The Four Keys of Kabbalah - Dove Publishing, and has lectured around the globe on Kabbalah & Meditation.