Early registration discount available through Thursday, January 30, 2025.

welcome

"For Adonai has chosen Jacob for Himself, Israel as His treasured possession." Psalm 135:4

Join us for a transformative experience of Worship & Praise, Fellowship, Teachings, and activities for all ages.

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chairmen

Conference Chairmen

Rabbi Larry Feldman

Shuvah Yisrael, Irvine, CA
IAMCS Southwest Director
MJAA Vice-President

Rabbi Joel Liberman

Tree of Life, San Diego, CA
IAMCS Director of Operations & DeveloPMent
MJAA Executive Committee Member

speakers & artists

Speakers & Artists

Hananya Naftali

Speaker and Influencer

Hananya Naftali is a prominent Israeli speaker and influencer in the fight against Antisemitism, terrorism, and assault on the State of Israel. With over 3 million followers across social media, Hananya brings the truth about Israel to millions worldwide. Hananya has been working for Prime Minister Netanyahu in his digital team for the past 6 years.
 
Hananya served in the Israeli army, fought Hamas during the Gaza War in 2014, treated Syrian wounded civilians as a combat medic, and today he defends Israel in the international arena.

Rabbi David Chernoff

Messianic Leader

With over 45 years of ministry experience, Rabbi David serves as the rabbi of Beth Yeshua Congregation, the flagship Messianic synagogue in Philadelphia, PA. He holds leadership roles in the Messianic Jewish Alliance of America and the International Messianic Jewish Alliance, mentoring and supporting Messianic leaders both nationally and internationally. Rabbi David has led campus outreaches, hosted the “Messianic Judaism Today” TV program, and directed Kesher Ministries International. He is a speaker and authored, Yeshua the Messiah. Rabbi David is the son of Messianic pioneers Martin and Yohannah Chernoff, who started one of the first Messianic congregations is the early 1970’s.

Paul Wilbur

International Recording Artist

Messianic artist, Paul Wilbur has ministered in more than 60 nations and has recorded in five languages. His songs continue to be received worldwide with great enthusiasm. Paul Wilbur is an internationally renowned worship artist, songwriter, pastor, author, and teacher. With more than 40 years of ministry, Paul has led worship across the globe, from packed stadiums in Latin America, Africa, and Asia to the heart of Israel. With millions in sales and a Latin Dove Award, Paul’s impactful ministry continues to spread the message of God’s love and presence worldwide.

Joshua Aaron

Award Winning Singer

Joshua Aaron, an award-winning American-Israeli singer and songwriter, recognized among the Jewish Global 100 influencers. His music, is in English and Hebrew, blends different genres and reaches millions worldwide. Since 2009, he has hosted the annual Worship in Israel tour, guiding believers through the Holy Land. Joshua also founded Gather the Nations, an international non-profit that hosts music outreach and mentorship programs. He and his wife, Jeannie, raised their five children in Israel near the Sea of Galilee, where their two eldest serve in the IDF.

Celebration Services

Join us for a joyful time of Messianic worship as The Am Yisrael Worship Band lead us through Shabbat.
 
Come be part of an inspiring experience filled with heartfelt music and community connection.

For Everyone

Something for Everyone

Time Together

- After Saturday evening services, enjoy pizza and schmoozing for everyone!
-Sign up for Sunday ‘s Community Breakfast with Rabbi David Chernoff!

Community Torah Service (Open to the Public)

Gather for this joyful, intergenerational-led tradition of reading of the Torah as we lift up the Word of Life.

Nightly Celebrations

With Messianic concerts, worship, and inspiring teaching!

Teachings & Workshops

Choose from more than 20+ insightful teachings and timely topics from rabbis and leaders.
 
 

Dance Workshops

Classes run throughout the conference led by Tiffany Birle and her experienced teachers. (For registered attendees only)
 

Young Professionals

(ages 25-45)
Specially designed events for individuals, couples, and young families throughout the conference.

YMJA Youth & Young Adults

Programs designed to challenge teens and young adults to passionately follow Yeshua.

Children’s Programming

Nursery (ages 0-4)
Children's Program (ages 5-12)
Children will participate in an excellent program led by experienced teachers with original Messianic curriculum. Presentation at final service. A wonderful opportunity for our children and parents!

Cultural Center & Marketplace

Discover great Messianic vendors and ministries. Find resources, books, music, jewelry, artwork, shofars, and more. Also, a good place to schmooze!

yeshiva

IAMCS Yeshiva

INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE OF MESSIANIC CONGREGATIONS AND SYNAGOGUES(IAMCS)

Playing by the Rules: How to Interpret and Apply the Jewish Scriptures

Too often when we interpret the Bible, people only do what is right in their own eyes, making it say whatever we want it to. But the art and science of biblical interpretation calls us to study it according to sound interpretive principles. This class will give basic rules of interpretation and application and practice them right in class.
 
Dr. Michael Rydelnik is Vice President/Academic Dean and Professor of Jewish Studies and Bible at Moody Bible Institute. He is also the Host/Bible Teacher on Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik, answering listener Bible questions on over 280 stations nationwide across Moody Radio. The son of Holocaust survivors, he was raised in an observant Jewish home in Brooklyn, New York. As a high school student, Michael became a follower of Jesus the Messiah and began teaching the Bible almost immediately. Besides his work on The Moody Bible Commentary and The Moody Handbook of Messianic Prophecy as co-editor and contributor, Michael is also the author of 50 Most Important Bible Questions, The Messianic Hope: Is the Hebrew Bible Really Messianic? and Understanding the Arab Israeli Conflict.

Yeshiva Registration

Audit Fee

$75.00

Certificate Degree

$120.00

Credit

$150.00

Registration *

$20.00

* First time Student

To register and pay for this course, please contact the International Alliance of Messianic Congregations and Synagoguez (IAMCS) at: https://yeshiva.iamcs.org .
 
For more information contact the IAMCS at yeshiva@iamcs.org or text-only (602)551-6322

schedule

Conference Schedule

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  • Friday

    February 14, 2025

  • Saturday

    February 15,2025

  • Sunday

    February 16, 2025

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

IAMCS Yeshiva

Dr. Michael Rydelnik

3:00 PM

Marketplace opens

7:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Friday Opening Shabbat Service*

Speaker: Rabbi David Chernoff

Worship: Am Yisrael Chai Worship Band

9:30 AM -11:30 AM

Community Torah Service (Open to the public)

Speaker: Rabbi Larry Feldman

1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Afternoon Teaching Sessions

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Dance Workshops

Tiffany Birle

7:00 PM -9:00 PM

Saturday Evening Service

Speaker: Hananya Naftali
Worship: Paul Wilbur
AM Yisrael Chai Pizza Schmooze (Following services)

8:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Community Breakfast (extra fee)

Let’s Break Bread – and some eggs Together. Enjoy a time of fellowship with laughter, music, and dance. Enjoy a time of relaxing fellowship, Israeli music and dance, and a word from Rabbi David Chernoff.

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Morning Teaching Sessions

2:00 PM -4:30 PM

Afternoon Teaching Sessions

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Dance Workshops

Tiffany Birle

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Closing Celebration

Speaker: Rabbi Joel Liberman
Worship: Joshua Aaron

know

What You Need To Know

Registration

Early registration discount available through Thursday, January 30, 2025.
 
On or before 1/30
$179.00
 
After 1/30
$199.00

More Information:

Conference and accommodations at the Irvine Marriott.
 
Parking discounts for event or overnight parking per vehicle: self-parking $17.00 – valet parking $27.00 (mention you are with MJAA Conference).
 
For more information and registration, contact us at:
 
conferenceservices@mjaa.org
 
or leave a voice message at
 
(610) 338-0482

Reserve Your Room

Irvine Marriott Hotel
18000 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, CA 92612
(844)209-3550
 
Receive special hotel rate of $146/night when mentioning MJAA SW 25 Conference.

Irvine Marriott Hotel:

18000 Von Karman Ave.,
Irvine, CA 92612.
For reservations call:
(949)553-0100
 
Reserve your room at the beautiful Irvine Marriot.
$146/night discounted rate is available by mentioning the MJAA Southwest Conference (rate guaranteed through January 1st).
 
Hurry, limited space!

18000 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, CA.

faqs

Frequently Asked Questions

Onsite Registration Hours

Friday, Feb 14:
 
8:30 am - 10:00 am
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
 
Saturday, Feb 15:
 
9:00 am - 10:30 am
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
 
Sunday, Feb 16:
 
8:00 am - 11:30 am
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Mail Registration

Print PDF registration form and return to:
 
MJAA Conference Services
P.O. Box 274
Springfield, PA 19064
Fax: 610-338-0471
 
Mailed-in registration forms must be received by February 4, 2025.

Online Registration

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Printable Registration Form

Downloadable (PDF) forms for Southwest Conference 2025. Please click on the link to print or save.

Registration Form (PDF)

Refunds and Cancellations

Written/emailed requests for cancellations and refunds must be received by February 14th, 2025.

A cancellation fee of $30/adult will apply. Refunds for check payments will be mailed after the conference.

Photo ID will be required at registration desk

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Information

Early registration discount available through Thursday, January 30, 2025.

On or before 1/30
$179.00

After 1/30

$199.00
For more information and registration, contact us at:
conferenceservices@mjaa.org
or leave a voice message at (610) 338-0482

Where & When?

February 14-16, 2025
Irvine Marriott, Irvine, CA
(844)209-3550 to Book
conferenceservices@mjaa.org