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 have a long history of feeding the hungry. Our award-winning HaMotzi and Chicken Soupers programs feed people in need every Sunday.
Thinking about membership (or already decided)?
Sherith Israel is a welcoming Jewish community for all of San Francisco.
Learn more about becoming a member here.
In The News
- The powerful sermon of Rabbi Graf at Kol Nidre
- A column by our Rabbinic Intern George Altshuler in J Weekly
- Teach-in will take movement for Black reparations to synagogue, J Weekly
- The Real Action is Social, J Weekly
- A column by Rabbi Zimmerman Graf in the J Weekly
- Two Locals back on their Bar Mitzvah Bima
- A column by our Rabbinic Intern George Altshuler in J Weekly
- Press for the "Concert of Compassion, a benefit for Ukraine" on May 9, 2022
- Statement on Ukraine
- Sherith Israel donors raised $10,000 for Lev Ehad
- Rabbi Martin Weiner dies at 83, leaving behind a towering legacy, J Weekly
