B'nai B'rith Philippines
A quarterly face-to-face event designed to promote understanding of Jewish life and experiences. This gathering explores art, culture, innovation, and the enduring relationship between the Philippines and Israel.
An initiative aimed at promoting Jewish culture through strategic collaborations with academic institutions, business groups, and churches across the Philippines.
Highlighting the unique journeys and lived experiences of our members from diverse Jewish traditions, this program celebrates heritage while fostering a stronger sense of community.
Lunch and Learn: Join us this March for a special Movie Night, presented in collaboration with the Jewish Association of the Philippines (JAP). This event is part of our Lunch and Learn series—quarterly gatherings that explore Jewish life, culture, art, innovation, and Filipino-Israeli relations in a relaxed, face-to-face setting. Stay tuned for more exciting topics and activities to be announced soon. Full event details and schedules will be available on our official website: bnaibrith.com.ph.
An upcoming conference in partnership with the University of Santo Tomas commemorates the 60th anniversary of Nostra Aetate, celebrating interfaith understanding and Jewish-Christian relations. Details to follow.
An enriching nationwide webinar attended by over 100 educators, aimed at fostering meaningful dialogue and deepening the understanding of Judaism. This virtual event served as a platform for educators to explore Jewish beliefs, traditions, and values, promoting interfaith awareness and cultural appreciation across diverse academic communities in the Philippines.
Nostra Aetate, Latin for “In Our Time,” is a landmark declaration issued by the Second Vatican Council on October 28, 1965. It marked a transformative moment in the Catholic Church’s relationship with non-Christian religions, especially Judaism. The document rejects anti-Semitism, affirms the shared spiritual heritage between Christians and Jews, and encourages mutual respect and dialogue.
Nostra Aetate also recognizes the truths found in other world religions and advocates for unity, peace, and understanding across faith traditions. Its message continues to inspire interfaith cooperation and has had a lasting global impact on Catholic-Jewish relations.
The Jewish Association of the Philippines (JAP) is the leading institution supporting Jewish life in the country. Headquartered in Makati, JAP administers the Beit Yaacov Synagogue and provides religious services, education, and cultural events for Jewish residents and visitors. With a kosher kitchen, Hebrew school, and a range of outreach programs, JAP strengthens Jewish identity while promoting unity with the broader Filipino community.
A nationwide webinar attended by over 100 educators, Interfaith Education offered a platform to explore Judaism’s beliefs, traditions, and values. The session promoted cultural appreciation and interfaith dialogue within academic communities across the Philippines. By deepening understanding and empathy, this initiative strengthens respectful, informed connections between diverse faiths.
