“BJ is a non-affiliated, egalitarian, inclusive synagogue community focused on the power of prayer and music, rooted in love and social justice. We welcome all. No matter how you define yourself, if our values resonate with yours then you have a home here.”
About our communitySpotlight
In Solidarity With Israel
Our hearts are heavy and filled with sorrow as we witness the horror that Israel is enduring. In times like this, we will come together as a community to express our solidarity and to support our Israeli brothers and sisters. Visit our resource page for ways to come together, or join our action alert Google Group.
Synagogue Life
Welcome to our Sacred Community
“Rooted in a long tradition of music at the core of spirituality, we are joined at each service by some of the world’s most gifted musicians, elevating our voices and souls, and deepening our connection to prayer.”
Learn More
Prayer, Music, & Spirituality
Events
BJ Community Shabbaton
It’s time to register for the BJ Community Shabbaton on December 8–10, happening right here at BJ! Last year’s Shabbaton was spectacular, and we know that this year’s will be a beautiful and uplifting weekend of prayer, connection, music, and community.
RegisterLearn, Celebrate & Support
Sign up to receive our weekly Toward Shabbat email
Get in the mindset of Shabbat with our weekly Toward Shabbat email series.
Events
We come together
Our community is a lively and rich tapestry of backgrounds—religious, ethnic, geographic, socioeconomic, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and family structure—and we keep growing every day. We value our differences and embrace the full diversity of today’s Jewish community.
Featured Events
Prayer: Back to the Basics (Online)
Rabbinic Fellow Alissa Platcow will help unlock the hidden themes and explore the dramatic arch ...
Meeting This Moment: A Conversation with Donniel Hartman
Join Donniel Hartman for a conversation with Rabbis Felicia Sol and Roly Matalon about the ...
Hanukkah Treats From Around the World
Among North American Jewry, the latke is one of the most iconic Hanukkah foods. This ...
BJ Community Shabbaton
Join us for a Shabbaton infused with transformative prayer, soul-stirring music, inspiring Torah, communal meals ...
Aviv Shabbat Dinner
Experience the magic of Shabbat in the city that never sleeps! Every second Friday of ...
Be in the know
To stay connected, subscribe to our email
By signing up you agree with our Privacy policy and Terms of use
We Grow Together
B’nai Jeshurun is a nearly 200-year-old non-affiliated synagogue located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. We welcome all, no matter the path traveled.
Featured Programs
Community
We Take Action Together
We believe this world needs more justice, more equity, and more love — and we work toward that prophetic vision every day.
Make a difference
Get InvolvedVolunteer Opportunities
Content Library
"Roly sent me his annual selfie with my son at Camp Ramah, with two of the biggest smiles you ever saw. I feel so grateful for their special bond."Paula Kramer Weiss, Board Member
Voices from our Community
Looking Beyond the Present Moment
I am a hopeful person by nature, an “optimist against…
Judaism Was Built For This Moment
“I’m really tired of living in historic and unprecedented times.…
Give
With your help, B'nai Jeshurun is better equipped to pursue its vision of a transformative spiritual community and more just and peaceful world.
Make a donationJoin
Get in touch today to learn how you can take an active role in shaping and supporting our very special spiritual home.
Become a member