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We are a Reform Jewish Congregation in Rochester, New York. Our members are Jews by birth, Jews by choice, and those drawn to Judaism, including multiracial, LGBTQ+, and interfaith households. We see ourselves as a family, where everyone’s participation is sought and appreciated. We invite you to attend our services and events, and share in our warm, informal approach to Reform Judaism.

Coming Up

Shabbat Service

Fri, July 18, 6pm at the JCC

Shabbat Potluck Dinner and Service

Fri, July 26, 6pm at the JCC

Chevre Torah Study Groups Online

Sat, July 26, 10am and 11:05am via Zoom

Temple Emanu-El Board of Trustees Meeting

Sun, July 27, 10:30am

See Our Full Calendar of Services and Events

Rabbi Drorah Setel’s July 16 Message

This weekend marks the observance of LGBTQ+ Pride in Rochester. In addition to our Pride Shabbat service on Friday night, we will be marching in the parade on Saturday. I use the word “observance” rather than “celebration” because this is a time of great anxiety and uncertainty in the American LGBTQ+ community.  LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly transgender people, face unprecedented legislative attacks and violence.

Read Rabbi Setel’s Complete Message

Protecting Our Health

During our services, holiday celebrations, and events, masks and social distance seating are available upon request.

TigerChat

TigerChat is a phone app that allows you to converse with or listen to another person or group using automatic speech recognition (ASR) technology that converts spoken words into typed text. The app was designed to work on the RIT campus, and RIT has extended it so that it now also works in the JCC.

TigerChat – More Information