Who We Are
A multifaith organization forming courageous leaders and communities rooted in purpose.
The Amen Center’s Story
Be More: A thriving democracy depends on dynamic congregations and community groups where people build relationships, belong, grow as leaders, and strengthen the common good.
Our Purpose: The Amen Center builds leaders, strengthens purpose-driven teams, and renews congregational and civic life by placing leadership formation at the heart of community life.
How We Do It: We equip a new generation of leaders through training cohorts, mentorship, resource hubs, and innovation pilots.
What’s New at the Amen Center?
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The Deborah Fellowship: Presence, Purpose & Power for Women in the Rabbinate 2026 - 2027
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The Institute for Jewish Spirituality & The Amen Center for Civic and Spiritual Leadership’s New Report
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"The Fire Outside Is Real. So Is the Burnout Within" article in eJewish Philanthropy
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"Beyond Burnout: What Clergy Need to Lead and Last" Video Panel.
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Trinity Church Wall Street Awards Grant to The Amen Center
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The Amen Center Hosts Design Retreat at Trinity Retreat Center
Our Partners
The Amen Center for Civic and Spiritual Leadership // Sparking Joy and Leadership Formation for a Vibrant Civic and Spiritual Future. The Center is directed by Rabbi Benjamin Ross and fiscally sponsored by the nonprofit Convergence.