Temple Israel is a warm, engaging synagogue, affiliated with the
United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, bringing innovation and creativity
to Jewish traditions. We welcome you to enjoy a sense of community, to engage
with Judaism and to transform your life through Torah, worship and
acts of loving kindness. Temple Israel’s programming includes uplifting and
spiritually motivating services, education for both adults and children, socials
for adults, youth groups, as well as community service and outreach.
We encourage you to explore our website, visit our synagogue,
and participate in our activities to get to know us!
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JOIN US FOR SUKKOT & SIMCHAT TORAH - 2018/5779
For information on our services, as well as family programs, please click here.
SOUTHERN FRIED SUKKOT
Friday, September 28
7:15 p.m.
Join us for a Southern Fried Sukkot meal in the Sukkah, prepared by Izzy's Catering. RSVP deadline: September 21. For additional info, click here.
Women of Temple Israel (WoTI):
NOSH, COOK & KIBBITZ Series
Tuesday, September 25
7 p.m.
In the first event of this holiday cooking series, celebrate in the sukkah with dinner and Havdallah led by Cantor Lissek. For details or to RSVP (by September 23), click here.
Men's Club: SCOTCH & CIGARS IN THE SUKKAH
Wednesday, September 26
7:30 p.m.
Join the Men's Club, along with TBE's Brotherhood, as we indulge in some scotch & cigars underneath the stars in the TI sukkah. For details, click here.
SUKKOT FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL
Sunday, September 30
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Temple Israel will host a special Sukkot celebration when Papi Queso, King of Pops, Fresh Med and more come to Shalom Park. For additional info, click here.
THE ETHICAL LIFE: JEWISH VALUES IN AN AGE OF CHOICE
Wednesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, and November 14
7-9 p.m. (with break for Minyan)
This program (in two parts, to be offered in both the fall and spring 2019) will offer a distinctive
approach to Jewish ethics, bringing the wisdom of our classical Jewish texts to bear on the unique challenges of our day. For more information, click here.
EREV SIMCHAT TORAH DINNER & CELEBRATION
Monday, October 1
5:30 p.m. - Dinner
6:15 p.m. - Dancing with the Torah and more!
Enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner, followed by music, dancing, and celebrations with the Torah! Festivities begin at 5 p.m. with a special Torah Tots celebration. For details and/or to make a dinner reservation (deadline: September 27), click here.
THE ROSE ROOM - WOMEN OF TEMPLE ISRAEL GIFT SHOP
Let us help you prepare for the High Holy Days, with our wide assortment of beautiful Judaica! For information about shop hours and special appointments,
click here.
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Our House. Your Home.
"To me Judaism is the most beautiful thing I have ever experienced. For a large portion of my life I felt lost, like there was really no place for me. It was almost like I was physically and spiritually wandering around looking for refuge in a desert, and I was constantly being denied it....."
By Alan Johnathan (Director of Youth & Family Engagement)
click here to read more.
Commentary & Musings from members of our
Clergy, Staff, and Congregational Family.
Tue, September 25 2018
16 Tishrei 5779
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