A packed house at a Purim service at the Upper East Side’s Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun
Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun (125 East 85th Street) boasts a thriving, multigenerational community. On a typical Shabbat (Saturday) morning, more than one thousand people—from babies only a few weeks old through loyal centenarian members—enter the beautiful synagogue for lively services and a lavish kiddush lunch.
On the High Holy Days, this experience is amplified: KJ’s pews are packed. How does a 152-year-old synagogue continue to attract new, engaged members in a time when the public’s religious affiliation is dwindling?
KJ has a secret weapon: its Beginners Program. Under the charismatic leadership of Rachel and Rabbi Daniel Kraus, and through the efforts of passionate communal lay leaders, the Beginners Services are open, warm, meaningful, and memorable. Those who join KJB Services don’t want to leave.
KJ Beginners welcomes all New York Jews searching for an uplifting High Holy Day experience on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. From its delicious community dinner on October 2nd to vibrant holiday services on October 3rd, 4th, 11th, and 12th, it offers you the opportunity to learn, grow, and connect. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Register today for the Rosh Hashanah Community Dinner or for KJ Beginners seats.
Wishing you a Shana Tovah U’Metukah (a happy, sweet New Year)!
