Our Values
Temple israel Values
OUR VISION
To support the spiritual and religious journey of our congregants and provide the foundation for building a better world through teaching and living our Jewish values.
OUR MISSION
- Provide an inclusive, warm and welcoming community.
- Strengthen the connections of our congregants with Judaism in order to live more meaningful and purposeful lives.
- Promote a sense of peace and unity within our community and beyond through acts of loving kindness and social justice.
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CONNECTIONS
Temple Israel strengthens the connections of our congregants with the higher purposes of Judaism, our sacred celebrations, the study of Torah, and Jewish learning. It fosters connections to those within our Temple community, outside of our Temple community, and to the memories of those who have come before us.
COMMUNITY
Temple Israel provides an inclusive, warm and welcoming community for our congregants and our CJL students at all grade levels. Our community is available to one another, is willing to listen, to discuss, to be flexible, accepting and supportive. Children and adult congregants alike reach out to those in need within and beyond our community, with acts of loving kindness and social justice programs to repair our corner of the world. In a true relational community, you are deeply invested in the people, success and work of the community, and that means you put yourself forward for the community.
HARMONY
Temple Israel promotes a sense of peace and unity, bringing together many elements of Temple life – the glow of our Sanctuary at services and on High Holidays, the inspiring words of our Rabbi, the beauty of our Cantor’s voice, the harmony of our adult and youth choirs and bands, the sorrow and the laughter, and many times something good to eat. The harmony inside is embraced by the natural beauty of the Temple’s setting outside.
DIVERSITY
Temple Israel welcomes congregants of all generations, varying lifestyles and backgrounds. Whether you are seeking a connection with a Jewish community, Jewish education for yourself or your family, or to explore or deepen your connection to Jewish life, Temple Israel of Northern Westchester is a place you can call home.
Our diverse membership encompasses a wide range of Jewish beliefs, practices and backgrounds. Yet, congregants seek a common and shared spiritual bond with Judaism. Since its inception, Temple Israel continues on a spiritual path reflecting the enduring traditions of Judaism, while serving the current needs of our members.
Temple israel'S CODE OF ETHICS
Temple Israel is committed to protecting our Community. Please review our Code of Ethics.
"If you estrange those who are distant, you will ultimately estrange those who are near!"
Numbers Rabbah, (8:4)
Sun, May 19 2024
11 Iyar 5784
Temple israel Happenings
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Thursday ,
MayMay 30 , 2024Brotherhood Steaks, Scotch & Cigars Night
Thursday, May 30th 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Join us for a grown-up evening to enjoy the spring weather and chill with friends. This is an all-gender event. Temple Israel Brotherhood sponsors and grills. You eat, drink, and smoke. Nice. Al fresco dining under the portico, rain or shine. Please register and pay online so we're sure we have plenty of food and drinks for everyone. -
Tuesday ,
JunJune 11 , 2024Current Events
Tuesday, Jun 11th 10:30am to 12:00pm
On the second Tuesday of each month, from 10:30 -12:00, join us at the Temple for our lively discussion around issues of local, national and international news events. We cover everything from breaking news to issues around health and well being and more! If you can't come in person, contact Shari at sbaum@wjcs.com to receive a link to join us virtually. -
Tuesday ,
JunJune 11 , 2024Shavuot Supper and Torah Study Session (Tikkun Leyl Shavuot)
Tuesday, Jun 11th 6:30pm to 8:30pm
In celebration of the festival of Shavuot, we will gather for a light dairy supper followed by a special Torah Study prepared by our scholar-in-residence, Professor David Sperling. The topic of the study will be: "Alternative Facts": Spinning the Biblical Narrative. -
Tuesday ,
JunJune 18 , 2024Sisterhood Book Club - "Daisy Fay and the Miracle Man" - OFFSITE
Tuesday, Jun 18th 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Please join us for a Pot Luck Dinner as we explore the book " Daisy Fay and the Miracle Man", by Fannie Flagg. Our own Jessica Woodrow will be leading the discussion.
Events
Upcoming Programs & Events
May 20 |
May 25 |
May 28 Matt Mansfield Tuesday, May 28 7:00pm |
May 29 |
May 30 |
This week's Torah portion is Parashat B'har
Shabbat, May 25 |
Candle Lighting
Friday, May 24, 7:58pm |
Lag BaOmer
Sunday, May 26 |