על אלה אני בוכיה
For these things I do weep
Lamentations 1:16
We can’t find the words that can express the enormity of horror and heartbreak we all feel for the shooting of 19 children and a teacher today in Uvalde, Texas.
Est. 1825
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B'nai Jeshurun is a nearly 200-year-old non-affiliated synagogue located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. We welcome all, no matter the path traveled.
"Joining and participating in the BJ community has transformed the trajectory of my life."
Suzanne Schecter, President
Responding to the Ukraine Crisis
The situation in Ukraine continues to weigh heavily on our hearts as we see the war there causing destruction and endangering citizens. The people in Ukraine need us; please consider taking action, however you can, to support the people of Ukraine.
A Call to Action on Ukraine
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"Searching for meaning takes many paths. Mine took me to BJ. It all began there for Lou and me."
Ilene Rosenthal, Board Member
"BJ Theater Company lets me express myself and it's so fun!"
Stella Skolnik-Weil, BJ Member
"Roly sent me his annual selfie with my son at Camp Ramah, with two of the biggest smiles you ever saw. I feel so grateful for their special bond."
Paula Kramer Weiss, Board Member
Lighting the Path Ahead
With your help, B'nai Jeshurun is better equipped to pursue its vision of a transformative spiritual community and more just and peaceful world.