Community
Learning, service, and belonging beyond the sanctuary
Pathshala for the children, a library for anyone studying the tradition, and a place for every generation to take part.
Education
Pathshala
Weekly religious education for the community's children, held in the third-floor Library.
TermSpring Term, in session
ClassesSundays, in the Library
Term fee$120.00 per child
Financial aidPathshala Scholarship available
Enroll a family member
Groups
For every generation
Youth Group
Sunday programming for teens and young adults — service projects, discussion, and festival planning alongside Pathshala.
Join the Youth GroupSenior Group
A Wednesday gathering in the first-floor seating area — study, company, and a standing seat at every General Body Meeting.
Join the Senior GroupLibrary
An expanding collection of Jain texts and shastras, third floor — open during visiting hours.
Scholar's Room
Accommodation for visiting Sadhu, Sadhvi, and scholars engaged in study at JCA.
Lecture series
Pravachan and guest lectures held in the Upashray Lecture Hall, second floor.
Publications
Articles and downloadable materials on Jain philosophy and practice.
Learning
A library, and scholars in residence
Study doesn't stop with the children — the Library and Scholar's Room support anyone at JCA going deeper into the tradition.
Volunteer with JCA
Bhojanshala kitchen shifts, Pathshala teaching, festival setup, and more — sign up for what fits your week.
