About Us
Our Mission
To bring about a renaissance of the Jewish people by communicating the beauty and wisdom of Torah in a warm, friendly community where Jews can thrive in their spiritual pursuits.
Our Vision
A vibrant and viable, diverse and loving community where Jews from a range of backgrounds and demographics are consistently growing in their spiritual pursuits and impacting the broader Jewish world. A community of choice for the young family, the retiree, the devoutly religious, the not-yet-practicing, and everything in-between with the resources, programming, and rabbis to serve and engage each demographic.
Staff
Rabbi Yitzchak Wyne
Rabbi Yitz Wyne is the founder and spiritual leader of Young Israel Aish of Las Vegas since it's inception in 1995.
Rabbi Wyne studied and taught at Aish HaTorah in Jerusalem from 1984–1991. He received rabbinical ordination through the smicha program of Rabbi Yitzchok Berkowitz, shlit״a, and was ordained by Rabbi Noah Weinberg, zt״l.
For decades, Rabbi Wyne has devoted his life to elevating Jewish life in Las Vegas and beyond. He is widely respected for his clarity of vision, depth of Torah scholarship, and ability to communicate profound ideas in a practical and uplifting way. His lifelong commitment to kiruv, bringing Jews closer to their heritage, was deeply shaped by Rabbi Weinberg’s scholarship, inspiration, and leadership.
Rabbi Wyne has played a central role in the development of numerous shuls, schools, and Jewish communities. He previously hosted the widely popular “Rabbi Show” radio program and continues to reach thousands through his weekly podcast Life is GREAT!, his dynamic YouTube presence, and frequent public lectures. His best-selling book, Life is Great! Revealing the 7 Secrets to a More Joyful You, reflects his signature message: that authentic happiness is found through a meaningful connection to the Almighty and His Torah.
In addition to guiding a growing congregation, Rabbi Wyne serves as a trusted mentor and teacher, helping individuals and families cultivate joy, purpose, and spiritual growth.
He and his wife, Helene, are blessed with six children and many grandchildren. Rabbi Wyne enjoys life in Las Vegas and actively pursues his passion as a PSIA Certified Ski Instructor.
Rabbi Wyne can be reached at RabbiYitzWyne@gmail.com.
Rabbi Avi Anderson, LMSW
Rabbi, Educator, Psychotherapist
Rabbi Avi Anderson brings together rigorous Torah scholarship, academic training, and a deep sensitivity to the emotional and relational dimensions of human life. Raised in Brooklyn, NY, he received rabbinic ordination from Yeshiva University’s Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary, along with a Master’s degree in Jewish Education from YU’s Azrieli Graduate School and a Master’s degree in Social Work. His training reflects a commitment to Torah learning alongside thoughtful engagement with psychology, mental health, and the complexities of the human condition.
Prior to joining Young Israel Aish, Rabbi Anderson served as rabbinic intern at The Roslyn Synagogue, Beit Midrash Fellow at Ramaz Upper School, and educator at Congregation Ahavath Torah in Englewood, NJ. He also served as a hospital chaplain at NYU Medical Center and New York Presbyterian Hospital, supporting patients and families navigating illness, trauma, grief, anxiety, addiction, and periods of profound uncertainty. These experiences continue to inform his understanding of resilience and the ways emotional distress can affect individuals, marriages, couples, and families.
At YI Aish, Rabbi Anderson is known for delivering shiurim that are intellectually rigorous, emotionally attuned, and relevant to contemporary life. He weaves classical Torah sources with modern thought and psychological insight, often exploring themes such as meaning, responsibility, anxiety, OCD, relationships, marriage, and personal growth. His teaching reflects familiarity with evidence-based therapeutic frameworks commonly used in clinical work, including ERP, ACT, I CBT, IFS therapy, EFT therapy, and Gottman oriented approaches, integrated carefully with Torah values and lived experience.
Rabbi Anderson’s leadership is marked by accessibility, warmth, and a belief that Torah can support not only religious observance, but emotional health and relational integrity. His background in mental health allows him to approach pastoral and communal concerns with nuance, compassion, and respect for individual complexity.
Together with his wife Rivky, an occupational therapist, and their children Chaya, Shira, Meira, Eliana, and David, Rabbi Anderson is proud to be part of the Las Vegas Jewish community.
Rabbi Anderson can be reached at rabbianderson@yiaish.com.
In addition to his rabbinic role, Rabbi Anderson maintains a separate professional psychotherapy practice focused on anxiety, OCD, addiction, marriage, couples, and relationship dynamics.
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Rabbi Moshe Orlowek
Director of Israeli Outreach Rabbi Moshe Orlowek was born and raised in Jerusalem, Israel. He learned in Yeshivat Chevron, YG of Detroit, and BMG in Lakewood. While living in New York, he became involved in a Kiruv program for Young Jewish Professionals. There, Moshe met his wife, Dassi, who was also running the program and for the past two years Moshe and Dassi have been running the program together.
Moshe has also participated in a rabbinic program under Rabbi Moshe Plutchok and has worked as a director in a real estate investment company. Moshe, Dassi and their son, Gedalya Simcha, are excited to serve the Las Vegas community.
To contact Rabbi Moshe, email MosheOrlowek@gmail.com
