On Monday May 14, we welcomed many of our community to the Official Opening and Inauguration of Emanuel Synagogue's New Sanctuary.

Learn Hebrew

We are offering weekly Beginners', Intermediate and Advanced Hebrew classes

First Religious Same-Sex Wedding

On May 2nd, Ilan Buchman and Oscar Shub were married by Rabbi Jeffrey B. Kamins in the beautiful new sanctuary of Emanuel Synagogue.

Emanuel Judaica Shop

For a great selection of Judaica and books including prayer books, visit our shop.

Programmes for Children

Emanuel Synagogue provides programmes for children of all ages comprising services, fun and learning.

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Communities

Our congregation is vibrant, inclusive, and family-friendly. Learn more about how you can become a member...

Welcome to Emanuel Synagogue, Sydney

A home where you can live your Judaism in a contemporary world, drawing on ancient teachings and traditions.

Equality

We teach and practice that women in Judaism have equal rights and responsibilities. People of all genders have equal roles in Jewish life and in the community. We sit together and engage and participate equally in Jewish services, Jewish life and in society.

Pluralist

We are proud to acknowledge there is more than one way to believe, practice and live as a Jew — a fact that has been embraced by Judaism throughout history. Our different streams of Judaism complement and strengthen each other - offer choices and make for a stronger community.

Diverse

Our lives are enriched through diversity. We embrace the diversity of Jewish experience, thought and practice. We provide a Jewish home for people of all backgrounds and gender orientation who support our mission and values. Just as an ecosystem is stronger the more diverse it is, so too is our congregation.

Our Mission

Emanuel Synagogue provides a dynamic, pluralistic congregation committed to Jewish tradition, creating community and celebrating diversity. We offer a variety of services, programmes and activities. We welcome you to join us.

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What's Happening

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Special Events, Adult Learning

Communal Shabbat Dinner with Rev Bill Crews

August 17, 2018 at 6:15pm

Special Events, Spiritual

Art, Kabbalah & Meditation Seminar

August 19, 2018 at 10:30am

Special Events

Shir Madness 2018

October 7, 2018 at 11:00am

Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce that next year the Shir Madness Music Festival will be hosted by Emanuel Synagogue. Early bird tickets are now available! Emanuel Synagogue members will receive a 10% discount on all tickets - just use the words "Emanuel member" in the coupon code.

Bnei mitzvah

Family programmes

New Sanctuary

Services

Kef Kids

High Holy Day services

Festivals

Giving

Our Vision

That all Jews have a spiritual home to sanctify their lives through Jewish practice, sensitive to contemporary society and committed to Jewish tradition.

Number of members

3627

Emanuel Synagogue is the largest synagogue in Australia and is enjoying strong growth.

Number of events this year

168

Every week, Emanuel Synagogue hosts a wide range of events for members and visitors.

Number of volunteers

189

Emanuel Synagogue could not succeed without our wonderful volunteers. Every week, dozens of people help with a wide variety of tasks.

Books to purchase

Many thanks to all the congregants for their generous support. With your donations, we will be able to purchase the 1200 copies of Mishkan T’shuvah required for High Holy Days in 2019.

Support

As a community organisation, we are committed to providing support for our members and the ideals of the Synagogue, including delivering programs and activities that help us to realise our goals.

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Bequests

A Bequest is a gift that will guarantee the traditions and practices of Jewish life will remain vibrant for years to come. Whatever you choose to do, your Bequest will be of value to future generations.

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