About YJSA
San Antonio is experiencing an urban renaissance. Tens of thousands of new jobs are heading to the Alamo city. Alongside this, YJSA is orchestrating a renaissance of the spirit.
We are building a warm, welcoming community where young Jews in their 20’s and 30’s come to feel at home, celebrate their Judaism, study and connect, regardless of affiliation or level of observance.
Join us as we endeavor to inspire one Jew at a time to live their Judaism with passion and purpose.
Meet Rabbi Zelig and Devorah
Rabbi Zelig grew up in Charlotte, NC, studied internationally, and moved to Brooklyn to complete his Rabbinical studies. After his marriage to Devorah in San Antonio in February 2023, it was only a matter of time until San Antonio called him back! Zelig loves to study, especially with a study partner. He is always down for a schmooze or shoot around on the basketball court.
Devorah is a born and bred San Antonian. She attended high school in Brooklyn before traveling to Tzfat, Israel to earn her teachers' certificate at the Bais Chana Teachers Seminary. After years away, settling in San Antonio is Devorah's dream come true! Devorah is passionate about friendship, early childhood education and cereal and milk.
Rabbi Zelig & Devorah are blessed with a precious daughter, Mushka.