“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.”
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“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.”
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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.
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Immigration in America: Teen Trip to Arizona
This year’s domestic teen trip will focus on immigration in America, as we travel to ...
Teen International Service Trip to Cotui, Dominican Republic
Join 10th-12th grade BJ Teens on an International Service Trip to Cotui, Dominican Republic, with ...
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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.
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We believe this world needs more justice, more equity, and more love — and we work toward that prophetic vision every day.
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"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
Some Thoughts on Yom Yerushalayim—Jerusalem Day
In 1970, when I was 14 years old, I visited…
Land for All Event Recap: Why Now is the Time to Envision a Shared Homeland for Israelis and Palestinians
In February, in partnership with the New Israel Fund, we…
Bereaved Families Lead the Way in Israeli-Palestinian Reconciliation
Amidst the backdrop of the ongoing war in Gaza, "Shared…
Refugee Shabbat: A Call for Justice in Our Time
This Shabbat we delve into Parashat Yitro, a pivotal moment…
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