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San Francisco has always been the place where new happened.
Sherith Israel was founded in the California Gold Rush and has been part of San Francisco every step of the way, marrying the newest innovations to thousands of years of Jewish history. The leaders and staff are constantly working to create a relevant community for meaningful Jewish exploration. New to town, new to Judaism, or just new to Sherith Israel? Come for a tour of the building, an event for young families or a Friday night service. Whatever your background, identity or level of knowledge, we have the right amount of spice to be your new Jewish home.
Meet our Clergy
Our clergy are always here for you whether you seek comfort or connection, or just a conversation.
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Feeding the hungry
We feed the hungry. The HaMotzi and Chicken Soupers programs feed people in need every Sunday.
Thinking about membership?
Sherith Israel is a welcoming Jewish community for all of San Francisco.
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In The News
- We must savor the moments of harmony we are lucky enough to experience, J Weekly
- Sherith Israel series will assess Israel’s future as initial shock over Oct. 7 wanes
- In S.F., hundreds join urgent gathering to support Israel at war
- Cantor Martin Feldman celebrates his 95th birthday, J Weekly
- Bay Area Jewish, AAPI leaders talk solidarity at White House, J Weekly
- At Sherith Israel's new preschool the kids are outside, J Weekly
- Rabbi Martin Weiner dies at 83, leaving behind a towering legacy, J Weekly
Tue, November 12 2024
11 Cheshvan 5785
Upcoming Events
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Tuesday ,
NovNovember 12 , 2024
Tuesday, Nov 12th 4:15p to 5:45p
3rd-5th Grade Hebrew for student who are registered in Studio -
Tuesday ,
NovNovember 12 , 2024
Tuesday, Nov 12th 6:00p to 8:00p
Weekly class for 7th graders who are registered in Studio -
Tuesday ,
NovNovember 12 , 2024
Tuesday, Nov 12th 6:30p to 8:00p
Rabbi Shai Held, one of the most influential Jewish thinkers and leaders in America, is President and Dean of the Hadar Institute in New York City. Rabbi Held has been named to Newsweek’s list of the most influential rabbis in America and to the Forward's list of the most prominent Jews in the world. He is the author of Abraham Joshua Heschel: The Call of Transcendence, The Heart of Torah. His new book, Judaism is About Love, has just been published. Refreshments provided. Free. -
Wednesday ,
NovNovember 13 , 2024
Wednesday, Nov 13th 6:30p to 8:00p
Exploring Jewish Concepts and Practices -
Friday ,
NovNovember 15 , 2024
Friday, Nov 15th 7:15p to 8:30p
Teens @ Studio offers dynamic learning classes to explore the parts of Judaism that are most interesting and relevant to teens. -
Sunday ,
NovNovember 17 , 2024
Sunday, Nov 17th 9:00a to 12:30p
PreK-5th grade classes meet on Sunday mornings from 9:00 am - 12:30 pm. 3rd-5th grade Hebrew classes meet on Tuesday afternoons. -
Tuesday ,
NovNovember 19 , 2024
Tuesday, Nov 19th 4:15p to 5:45p
3rd-5th Grade Hebrew for student who are registered in Studio -
Tuesday ,
NovNovember 19 , 2024
Tuesday, Nov 19th 6:00p to 8:00p
Weekly class for 7th graders who are registered in Studio -
Wednesday ,
NovNovember 20 , 2024
Wednesday, Nov 20th 6:30p to 8:00p
Exploring Jewish Concepts and Practices -
Thursday ,
NovNovember 21 , 2024
Thursday, Nov 21st 12:30p to 2:00p
Lunch catered by Mark 'n Mike's/One Market Restaurant and sponsored by Monica Levin and Nancy Igdaloff. Members only. Free. Reservations required by Sept. 17, 10 am.