Kol Rina Synagogue's mission is to serve as a spiritual home that celebrates Judaism through song, study and community engagement. Housed in a historical bomb shelter, our synagogue provides a unique blend of strength, protection, and spiritual nourishment! 

During the mid-20th century, as regional tensions and conflicts increased, the cistern was converted into a bomb shelter. This transformation was part of a broader effort across Jerusalem to provide safety and protection for its residents during periods of conflict. The cistern-turned-bomb shelter served as a refuge, shielding the community during times of war and unrest.

 Now, many decades later, the bomb shelter on Beer Sheva Street shows significant signs of wear and tear. It is in dire need of repair to restore its integrity and continue serving its purpose. The age of the structure has led to deterioration, which compromises both its historical significance and its functionality as a safe space for the community. Renovations are essential not only to preserve this piece of Nachalot's heritage but also to ensure it can continue to provide safety and serve new purposes in the community's life.

Rav Baruch Rubanowitz hails from Los Angeles, California and has studied in various yeshivos across the United States and Israel. He received semichas Yoreh Yoreh from Beis Medrash Gavoha, in Lakewood, N.J.

Subsequently, after moving back to Eretz Yisroel, he received semichas Yadin Yadin from Rav Yosef Cohen, Rav Zalman Nechemiah Goldberg and Rav Shlomo Fisher.

Rav Rubanowitz founded Kehillas Shivtei Yeshurun and Talmud Torah Yishrei Lev in Ramat Bet Shemesh and served as the rav of the Kehilla for many years. He is a qualified shochet and a practicing Dayan, mediator and mohel.

Currently, he serves as Rav of Kehillat Kol Rina in Nachlaot, and as a mohel in the Yerusholayim-Beit Shemesh area. He also teaches regularly, counsels and is a professional mediator for business negotiations, family matters and divorce agreements. He has written articles on Jewish ethics and halacha and is a qualified shochet. 

You can contact Rabbi Rubanowitz on WhatsApp 972 58 500-4182

Kol Rina Synagogue envisions a multilingual community where the echoes of Torah resonate through acts of kindness and learning, establishing a beacon of spiritual strength and guidance. Located in the historical heart of Nachalot, Jerusalem, our vision extends beyond traditional boundaries, aiming to nurture a vibrant, Torah-centered community that welcomes and supports not only the Jewish faithful but also those new to Judaism. We aspire to foster a sanctuary that channels the flow of divine wisdom and kindness into every aspect of communal and individual life, catering to both Hebrew and English speakers, and promoting unity across the diverse sects of Judaism. We invite you!

Kol Rina Synagogue’s mission is to serve as a spiritual home that celebrates the heritage of Judaism through song, study, and community engagement. Housed in a historical bomb shelter, our synagogue provides a unique blend of strength, protection, and spiritual nourishment. We are committed to cultivating a welcoming environment where all members, regardless of language or background, can explore the richness of Jewish life—both spiritual and Halachic. Our core activities include hosting educational programs in multiple languages, facilitating conversion processes, and extending acts of chesed (kindness), thereby nurturing a supportive and engaged community. 

At Kol Rina Synagogue, we aim to make a lasting impact by enriching lives through comprehensive religious and educational services in both Hebrew and English. Our community initiatives focus on developing a robust support system for both lifelong Jews and converts, facilitating their spiritual and personal growth. As a center for Torah learning and a hub for fostering understanding and kindness within and beyond our walls, Kol Rina will not only impact individual lives but also enhance the collective spirit of our community. Our dedication to multilingual and multicultural integration helps bridge the gap between different sects of Judaism, making every interaction a reflection of divine wisdom.