We believe our success is determined by certain basic principles or core values. These core values serve as the foundation upon which the synagogue operates and outline the framework upon which Temple Sinai will meet the needs of its congregation:

Membership Mission Statement

Temple Sinai is an open Jewish community rooted in Reform Judaism. We are dedicated to fostering Jewish culture, learning, spirituality, prayer and social action in a participatory, welcoming and intimate environment.

Membership Vision Statement

Temple Sinai will provide an inclusive and vital Jewish experience for families and individuals seeking to express and enrich their spirituality in a reformed synagogue.  Temple Sinai establishes a comfortable, participatory environment focused on education and social action with a vision to improve its local community while building on the Jewish tradition of tikkun olam (healing the world).

Membership Values

Inclusion

  • We embrace all who are interested in creating a Jewish life for themselves and their families by fostering an atmosphere of joyful Jewish observance and culture, characterized by openness, acceptance, and informality.

 Education

  • We provide our children with a quality Jewish education.
  • We strive to develop programs to meet the continuing educational desires of all our members.

 Participation

  • We encourage and empower congregants to become involved in all aspects of Temple Sinai.. This includes participating in services, volunteering for committees and the Board, identifying members’ needs, creating new programs and activities, setting policies, voting on key issues, and working with lay leaders and the Rabbi and Cantor.

 Spirituality

  • We embrace Jewish traditions while being open to new interpretations of religious expression. We are committed to celebrating, supporting and providing Jewish life-cycle rituals for all members and their families.

 Community

  • We foster a sense of community within Temple Sinai as well as being sensitive to the needs of the wider community in the spirit of healing the world, tikkun olam.

Listen to the voices of our members…

“We joined when my daughter started nursery school. She loves the school and we’ve found a home here at Temple Sinai  as well.” -A.N.

“I’ve been a member of Temple Sinai  for 4 years and it’s been part of my family. They’ve been there with me to celebrate and there for me in difficult times.” -D.R.

“When I joined I was new to the area. Now my circle of friends is filled with Temple Sinai members.  To me, it’s a neighborhood treasure.” -E.K.

“My son just had his Bar Mitzvah and the Rabbi helped to make it a wonderful experience and celebration for the entire family. We are so grateful to be part of this warm and spirited place.” -D.S.

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