OUR MISSION: The mission of Temple B’nai Jeshurun is to be a Reform Jewish congregation that is a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive community.

OUR VISION:  We seek engagement with Judaism through spirituality, worship, community, social action and education to create richer and more meaningful lives.

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  1. 09 Jun

    Erev Shabbat Service

    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Next dates: 14 Jul | 11 Aug | 08 Sep |
  2. 10 Jun

    Traditional Torah Study (TTS) - In Person & Zoom

    9:00 am - 10:00 am
    Next dates: 17 Jun | 24 Jun | 01 Jul |
  3. 11 Jun

    Sisterhood Garden Party Tour

    11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  4. 12 Jun

    Sisterhood Breakfast Club

    9:30 am - 11:30 am
    Next dates: 10 Jul | 14 Aug | 11 Sep |

Temple News

Rabbi
Neal Schuster

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Dana Dickson
Board President

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

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David Muenchrath
Exec. Director

DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

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From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Jewish Camp, Our God Journeys, and Adding Faith to Our Checklists

Jewish Camp, Our God Journeys, and Adding Faith to Our Checklists kbkaput June 7, 2023

Shavuot
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As I contemplate how God manifests in our lives, I’m struck by the value of faith not only in God, nature, and other unknown universal forces, but also by faith in each other as we all strive for a life filled with meaning, purpose, and joy.

Building Bridges, Sharing Cultures: Connecting Indigenous Communities and Canadian Reform Congregations

Building Bridges, Sharing Cultures: Connecting Indigenous Communities and Canadian Reform Congregations jemerman June 6, 2023

Resolutions
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It’s been a decade since the Union for Reform Judaism passed its Resolution on First Nations, which affirmed, in part, the URJ’s support of the right of Canada's First Nations community to self-determination and encouraged Canadian congregations to develop relationships with First Nations communities.

Navigating Infertility: Resources, Reflections, and Rituals

Navigating Infertility: Resources, Reflections, and Rituals jemerman June 1, 2023

Health and Wellness
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When you’re experiencing infertility, it can be all too easy to feel like you’re completely alone. As the world moves around you, bustling with adorable children and pregnant friends, you may feel like you’re the only person who wants to be a parent and has yet to see it happen.

Modern-Day Yenta Makes The Perfect Match On Netflix

Modern-Day Yenta Makes The Perfect Match On Netflix jemerman May 19, 2023

Arts and Culture
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As someone who mostly steers clear of reality television in favor of more premium (read: snobbier) fare, I was a little hesitant to check out Netflix’s new reality series, "Jewish Matchmaking."

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