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Thank you to everyone who joined us for Temple Emanu-El’s annual Mitzvah Day on Sunday! Together, we made a meaningful impact by assembling 1,500 packages...

For more than 55 years, Diane B. has had a clear goal for her students at Temple Emanu-El’s Religious School: “I want to make sure...

Meet Rebecca W., a veteran High Holy Days volunteer and Shabbat greeter. Rebecca explains why volunteering at Temple Emanu-El is an important act of service....

Meet Sophia S., a High Holy Days volunteer and Shabbat greeter. Sophia strives to make congregants, guests and newcomers feel valued and special the moment...

Meet Andy C., a member of Temple Emanu-El for nearly 60 years. He is a familiar and friendly face in the Fifth Avenue Sanctuary and...

Meet Charles S., a lifelong member of Temple Emanu-El, a High Holy Days volunteer, and chairman of the Ushers’ Committee. Charles is also our funeral...

In his two decades of membership, Ben has dedicated himself to bringing Temple Emanu-El members together. With the Men’s Club, Ben has organized events about...

The first time Barry attended a Daily Sunset service at Temple Emanu-El, he felt at home. He would come to the neighborhood for regular meetings...

When Marc returned to New York City after a few years living outside the city, there was no question. He would rejoin Temple Emanu-El, his...

As the Days of Awe approach, many of us seek ways to prepare our minds and hearts for the season of reflection, repentance, and renewal....

For Rick and Janine’s family, there is nothing quite like the magic of Family Havdalah with Temple Emanu-El’s Religious School. During Havdalah, the hustle of...

A few days after her 90th birthday, Bettijane was called to the Torah in honor of her 90th birthday in the Beth-El Chapel. For 68...