We at Temple Israel have been a vibrant center for Judaism since 1849, and are delighted that you are considering joining our community. With about 100 member families, we hope you’ll find us as diverse as we are welcoming in our offerings of worship, Jewish learning opportunities, enjoyable programming, and social gatherings for the whole family.
The Benefits of Temple Israel Membership:
- An ordained rabbi to officiate at life-cycle events from cradle to grave
- High Holy Day services and all other Jewish holidays observed
- Meaningful worship services, uplifting spirituality
- Oneg Shabbats, hosted by member families, following services
- Pastoral counseling and care
- Training for B’nai Mitzvah students
- Discounted fees for religious-school students
- Adult education, social and cultural activities
- Access to monthly Temple e-newsletter and all other messaging
- Opportunity to be involved in social-action projects in the community
- Beautiful, new, and expanded outside Sukkah for year-round use
- Discounted fees for gravesites in historic Jewish cemetery
- Opportunity to rent Temple space for private functions
- . . . and Lifetime Friendships!
How to Join Our Temple Community
To start the membership process, please download and print the application. After you complete the application, you may (1) bring it to the Temple during its business hours of 9 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., (2) put the envelope through the vertical mail slot to the right of the entrance door, or (3) mail it to Temple Israel in care of our office manager.
We’ll set up a meeting to introduce you to our membership team, our rabbi, and our staff. We look forward to getting to know you!