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Temple Shaaray Tefila is a dynamic, welcoming Jewish community on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. Whether you are seeking connection, community, purpose, learning, or a place to call home, you will find it here. Grounded in Reform Jewish values, we show up for each other and for the world.
Celebrate Shabbat with Shaaray Tefila!
Join us in person or via livestream for a Shabbat experience filled with meaning, connection, and purpose. Click the button below for our most up-to-date listing of upcoming services.Erev Shabbat Services
Fridays @ 6:15 pmSaturday Morning Minyan
Saturdays @ 10:15 amShabbat Torah Study
Saturdays @ 12:00 pm
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2025 Annual Appeal
Celebrate Shaaray Tefila’s 180th Anniversary by making a new gift of $18 or by increasing your Annual Appeal donation by $180!
Annual Appeal donations play a vital role in ensuring that our synagogue remains a vibrant, welcoming home for all and that we continue to offer the many spiritual, educational, and social opportunities that bring our community together all year long. Please help us achieve our goal of $445,000!
Family Shabbat & Consecration
Come join us for this special Shabbat service, especially for families! We will celebrate the consecration of our newest Religious School students and invite all Religious School Students to join on the bima to take part in the service. Everyone is welcome.
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Join Rabbi Mosbacher, Cantor Kipnis, and Rabbi Rubin at the Church of St. Ignatious Loyola as we come together in prayer for an Interfaith Thanksgiving service with local clergy! Featuring music from Cantor Kipnis, Kol Rinnah, and Shaaray School of Rock.
Social Club Latke & Gimmel(et) Party
Shaaray Tefila members are invited to celebrate the Hanukkah season with the Social Club! Join us for a festive Latke & Toppings Bar & Gimmel(et) Party. Enjoy an evening of holiday food, cocktails, music, and fun. Connect with old friends and make some new friends.
$18 per person
(out of building location)
Temple Shaaray Tefila Stands with Israel
There are many ways you can show your support for Israel during this difficult time. Click below for ways to give to organizations making a difference.
Upcoming Events
Meaningful experiences to connect with Jewish community, ritual, history, and heritage.Torah Talk
@ 12:30 pmWhat Does Judaism Say About...?
@ 7:00 pmHootenanny
@ 7:00 pmL'dor Vador Shabbat Schmooze
@ 5:30 pmInspiring kids and families to love Jewish life, learning, and community.
Parenting Program
Nursery School
Religious School
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Caring Committee
Manna
Backpack Buddies & Soup Kitchen
Kol Rinnah Choir
Shaaray Circles
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WATCH: Rabbi Mosbacher's Sermon on Yom Kippur Morning 5786
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WATCH: Rabbi Mosbacher's Sermon on Rosh Hashanah 5786
WATCH: Rabbi Rubin's Sermon on Erev Rosh Hashanah 5786
Our dedicated clergy and caring community are here for you.
At Temple Shaaray Tefila, we understand the importance of belonging. Our clergy team and community are here to provide you with the care and support you need, whether you're facing a personal challenge, marking a moment of joy, or looking for partners in Jewish ritual and practice.