Welcome to the Shtibl Minyan

Independent, Egalitarian, and Inclusive

Celebrating with Shtibl

The Shtibl Minyan is an egalitarian Jewish community and lay-led independent minyan in Los Angeles, established in 1999. We daven together (inspired in part by the neo-hasidic movement), read and study Torah, and embrace political and social action to further justice. We are an intimate and welcoming community and a place where “joining” is all about participating–whether that be by leading services, reading Torah, giving a d’var Torah, providing a kiddush or simply being present.

About Us

The Shtibl Minyan is entirely independent and lay-led. All of us bring different skills and talents, with the common goal of building and maintaining a sacred community. For that reason, all members may lead or participate in every aspect of our services and events, and we welcome all regardless of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, gender expression, or special needs.

What is a “Shtibl”?

The word “shtibl,” also spelled “shtiebel,” is Yiddish for “little room.” (It rhymes with “Weeble.”) A shtibl, in contrast to a synagogue, is a small, intimate, and informal place for Jews—most often Hassidic Jews—to pray and gather as a community. We strive for the warm communal spirit of a shtibl at the same time we remain committed to our egalitarian ideals. You can read more about our origins here.