Temple Israel Staten Island Reform Jewish Congregation

Welcome to

Temple Israel.
All are always welcome.

No one stands alone in our
inclusive Jewish community.

Young Families at Temple Israel

Enjoy festival celebrations, educational programs, and music, arts, cultural, and social justice activities. Sponsored by the Dr. Ronald Avis Foundation.

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Shabbat & Holidays

Celebrate the beauty of Shabbat, holidays and Torah Study via Zoom and in House Services. Please call 718.727.2231 to obtain the links.

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Jewish Learning

kidsfun

Give your child, age 3 through teenage, the meaningful values and teachings that will guide them throughout their lives.

Many interesting Adult Ed classes are offered ranging from virtual travel, museums, books, plays and more!!

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The Avis Foundation makes membership for young families affordable. Come join our dynamic community, enjoy our extensive programming & make new friends.

: Avis Foundation offers so much.

: Museums

: Family craft time!

: CulturEats

Announcements & Activities

Announcements

Coronavirus & Zoom Information

Effective August 2, 2022, Temple Israel’s Covid Policy has been updated and is as follows:

Temple Israel shall follow current New York State and New York City guidelines as applicable to Staten Island: Properly wearing a face mask is recommended at Temple Israel, but is no longer required. If you feel sick, we ask that you stay at home. If you have tested positive for Covid 19, as per the CDC guidelines, isolate for 5 days and wear a KN95 or N95 face mask when leaving your home at all times from days 6-10.

Temple Israel’s policy is aligned to the City of New York and New York State’s Covid 19 policy. When and if those policies change, we will follow the directions of both the city and the state.

The (Co-)President(s) of Temple Israel are authorized to impose additional measures as they deem necessary for the safety of the congregation, including the re-imposition of the vaccination/test criteria for entry into the building

COVID Updates & Policies
Questions? To receive links, call 718-727-2231

For in-person programs, this release form is required.

Rabbi Howald’s Message & Prayer
Attention Amazon Shoppers!
Temple Israel Certificate Program

Buy what you need and a portion of the proceeds goes to Temple Israel. Certificates and cards are purchased at a discount which are then sold at face value..enabling Temple Israel to profit and you shop at your favorite store for what you want. We appreciate your participation is this wonderful program. Order certificates here
Temple Israel Virtual Gala Journal
Sneaker Recycling Fundraiser

Upcoming Programs

Classes & Events

DOWNLOAD JANUARY 2023 CALENDAR OF EVENTS HERE

Old World Cooking in Alina’s Kitchen, Jan 10, 17, 24 & 31 info & rsvp

Do the mitzvah…order your Shalach Manot bag by February 6 order form

The Jewish Catskills by Justin Ferate, award winning tour guide, Wed, Feb 8 & 15 at 7:30pm rsvp & info

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING SUNDAY, FEB 12 MORE INFO

FEB 11 SAMPLED SALE…get some great stuff at low prices more info

Music Appreciation Series with Donna D’Ermilio, Feb 21 & 28, Mar 7 at 7:30pm via Zoom, more info

BINGO NIGHT March 18 more info

Jennifer Strainere Memorial PASSOVER SEDER April 5 rsvp by March 22 download form here

Cantor Bernstein invites you to join her..The Music & People of Poland Tour Oct 14- 25, 2023 flyer

THE MUSIC & PEOPLE of POLAND TOUR; OCT 14 – 25, 2023 information booklet click here

for tour price information click here
Religious School Pasta FUNdraiser