Welcome to The Shul Of New York
For over 25 years The Shul of New York, a liberal non-denominational synagogue, has fostered a community dedicated to a living, breathing, progressive Judaism. A place where spirituality is practiced, questions are welcomed, our prayers are sung, and the sacred is discovered together.
We welcome all as they are to our vibrant, spiritual, inclusive community committed to social justice, personal growth, and a joyful expression of Judaism. Visit us in person or virtually at one of our many services, events, and programs.
High Holy Days
Join us this holiday season for the power of community in these unsettled times. Be uplifted by the music of the amazing Shul Band, experience the warmth, humor, erudition and empathy of the celebrants and the open arms of The Shul of New York, where all people – from Atheists to Zoroastrians -- are welcome. Whether you’ve been with us before or not, we hope you will turn to us this year.
Elul | אֱלוּל
Preparing Together for the High Holidays
Elul is the last month before Rosh Hashanah, but it is not simply a countdown to the High Holidays. It is a month of preparation where we begin our teshuvah (return). Throughout the month Hazzan Adam will speak on practices and themes of preparation for the Days of Awe that help soften rather than harden us. Our mailing list members get new posts first! Be sure to sign up below.
Postcarding:
Get out the vote!
In less than four months we will vote on all 435 House seats and approximately 1/3 of all Senate seats. The November 3, 2026 midterm elections will be consequential and could change the balance of power in Washington. Roll up your sleeves and get ready for some heavy-duty postcard writing, on Tuesday, August 18 from 2-4pm.
Around The Shul
The Shul community mourns the passing of our beloved Emeritus Rabbi Burt Siegel.
His memory is a blessing to all who knew him.
Please direct any donations in Rabbi Burt's memory here.
Thank you to Roger Sherman for this photograph of Rabbi Burt during Yom Kippur services on September 28, 2009.
We remember with admiration and pride the "coming out" sermon that Rabbi Burt gave on Rosh Hashanah 2024. You can watch the sermon by clicking here.
