Welcome to The Shul Of New York
The Shul Of New York, a liberal non-denominational synagogue, is a welcoming, vibrant, spiritual, inclusive community committed to social justice, personal growth, and a joyful expression of Judaism. Our services, led by Hazzan Adam Feder, are moving, inspirational, and uplifted by the music of our own Shul Band.
Shabbat of Love
February 20th | 6:30 PM
There’s truly nothing better than being with you, our incredible community. Whether you're a familiar face or new to our Shul, we can’t wait to share this special time with you at our Shabbat of Love. Hazzan Adam and the amazing Shul Band will be joined by Ezra Hurvitz from Hebrew Union College who will talk about the love poetry of the Song of Songs.
I love the Shul because ...
… because it is an intimate, inclusive community where we rely on great music, great people and Jewish values to deepen our spirituality and find joy and solace in a chaotic world.
… because of the warmth created by the community we’ve created together. Our traditions reflect those we have inherited from our families and from our new families.
… because I find comfort being in our warm and connected community, especially during these dark times.
… because it always feels like a warm home I can return to. The band soothes my soul no matter what’s going on in the world.
Global Refugee Shabbat
February 27th | 6:30 PM on Zoom
Please plan to join us on Zoom for this important worldwide Refugee Shabbat. Hazzan Adam's special guest will be Merrill Zack, Executive Director of HIASNY (Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society), who will share her experiences on the ground during the recent tragedies in Minneapolis.
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.
Shul Trivia Contest
Many thanks to all who participated in the Shul Trivia contest! Anyone who answered any of the questions correctly was entered in the drawing.
The winner of the drawing is Lois Blank!
Congratulations, Lois!
Q1: In what year was the Shul incorporated?
A: The Shul was incorporated in the year 2000. Rabbi Burt z"l had formed this congregation much earlier than that, but the official, legal incorporation was 2000.
Q2: How many rabbis has the Shul had since its founding?
A: The correct answer is 4 (R'Burt, R'Matt, R'Eva and R'Susan)
Q3: What prop was present at every baby naming conducted by Rabbi Burt z"l?
A: A rose was an important part of baby namings conducted by Burt z"l.
Q4: In addition to being an ordained Hazzan, name one other degree/title that Hazzan Adam holds.
A: Hazzan Adam holds a Masters in Social Work and is a "Dharma Holder"in the White Plum Asanga Zen lineage.