Congregation Sherith Israel

Studio @ Sherith Israel builds students' Hebrew skills, familiarity with Jewish practice and ideas, and social-emotional capabilities through fun projects and multi-sensory activities. We take a playful, student-centered approach to teaching, encouraging students to ask questions, express themselves authentically, and help shape their own learning.

Our volunteers—adults and young people alike—prepare 100 meals that are delivered to two shelters in San Francisco. Information: Nancy Sheftel-Gomes, 415.346.1720, x28, or email Nancy.

Come in costume for crafts, music, stories, and schmoozing! This event is masked for everyone ages 2 and up!

Volunteers prepare meals to feed homebound seniors & those in need of healing, in partnership with JFCS. Contact: hamotzi@sherithisrael.org

Join our Hebrew learner community as we dive into decoding the language behind the prayers & blessings of the Siddur. Learn essential vocabulary and Hebrew grammar basics to better understand and explore new meanings behind our ancient texts.

Celebrate the life of our Rabbi Emeritus and mourn with the community to which he was so beloved. Reception to follow in Newman Hall.

Shiva service for Sherith Israel's beloved Rabbi Emeritus.

Join the CEO of American Jewish Committee (AJC), David Harris, for an in-depth analysis about this assault on democracy, with far reaching implications for the Jewish community and Western values.

This is an opportunity to put our memories on paper and share with a confidential group in a safe setting. The purpose is not style or writing ability but rather the recording and sharing of memories that make each of us unique. Members Only. On Zoom only. Contact Gale Gottlieb: galegott@gmail.com

Walk-ins are welcome to tour the historic landmark sanctuary and temple house. Contact tours@sherithisrael.org for more info or to schedule another time. Please note: There will be no tour on June 12th

Exploring Jewish Concepts and Practices

This 5 week course is a dive into the earliest form of Jewish mysticism, Merkabah Mysticism.

Join us in exploring Pirkei Avot (literally, Chapters of the Fathers), an ancient text that offers timeless ethical and spiritual guidance.

Join us for a Friday night Shabbat service led by Rabbi Abby Phelps and Cantor Toby Glaser with music director Jonathan Dimmock.

Torah Study on Zoom. NOTE: This event will meet online only.

Saturday morning Torah Service with Cantor Toby Glaser.