JOI to the World25 Jun 2025

From Paraguay to the Pulpit: A Rabbi's Journey of Adoption and Faith

Welcome to Zero Percent, the podcast that explores the outsized impact of the Jewish people!

🌟 Join us as Rabbi Moshe Nachbar shares his extraordinary journey from being adopted as a six-month-old baby in Paraguay to becoming an Orthodox rabbi in South Florida. Discover how his path from feeling like he just wanted to "fit in" transformed when he experienced Judaism coming alive during his gap year in Israel. Through his story of conversion, identity, and finding his calling, Rabbi Moshe reveals the miraculous nature of his journey and his powerful message about appreciating the "dignity of difference" in Jewish life. Whether you're curious about conversion, seeking spiritual meaning, or interested in how our origins shape our purpose, Rabbi Moshe's story offers a unique window into choosing Judaism and finding home.

📩 Reach out to Rabbi Moshe: Rabbinachbar@gmail.com

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