Emanuel Synagogue is the main venue for the 25th Jewish LGBT+ World Congress to be held in Sydney from 21 – 24 March 2019.

ACO in our new Sanctuary

On November 26 the Australian Chamber Orchestra returned to Emanuel Synagogue for an inspiring, intimate performance in the elegant surrounds of the synagogue's New Sanctuary.

Shir Madness at Emanuel

On Sunday, October 7 Emanuel Synagogue hosted Shir Madness, the Jewish music festival featuring 25 acts on multiple stages.

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.

Learn Hebrew

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

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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 practise 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, practise 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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Special Events, Adult Learning

An evening with Dr Alan Finkel, AO, Chief Scientist of Australia

February 10, 2019 at 6:30pm

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

3655

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

Number of events this year

212

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.

Days until Chanukah

Join us for our Chanukah celebrations starting with Chanukah Picnic on the Beach on Sunday 2nd December!

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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