Central Synagogue

When we gather together for a sacred purpose, we endure.

Worship

Avodah

Central Synagogue provides a joyous opportunity for Jews of diverse backgrounds to come together for prayer, spiritual renewal and community in a warm, enriching environment.

Weekday, Shabbat and holiday services offer an opportunity for members and non-members of all ages and life circumstances to step off the anonymous, busy streets of New York City and find themselves part of a community. Members of our shamashim corps greet and usher each person into our magnificent sanctuary for prayer and song, learning and inspiration. Every worshipper and guest is encouraged to participate; we provide the tools necessary to join in the liturgy, be it English or Hebrew, spoken or sung. Baruch Ata b'voecha, u'varuch Ata b'tzetecha - may every soul be blessed in entering and in going forth.

Upcoming Programs and Events

Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
November 23, 2008
Community Thanksgiving Service
November 25, 2008
Chanukah Candle Lighting
December 22, 2008
Chanukah Candle Lighting
December 23, 2008

Sermons

The Purpose of a “Chosen People”
Given by Rabbi Peter J. Rubinstein
October 09, 2008
Lifting Your Head
Given by Rabbi Peter J. Rubinstein
September 30, 2008
Supporting Israel in 2008
Given by Rabbi Michael S. Friedman
September 29, 2008

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A Message from Rabbi Rubinstein

Peter J. Rubenstein

I am circumspect about signing petitions or endorsing the numerous institutional positions that clergy are asked to support. My two criteria for adding my name to a letter, petition or position paper are: They are core to my personal and religious beliefs, and I can take some action in support of the position to which I am signing on.

Increasingly, I have been troubled by the partisan involvement of some religious communities and clergy in this country.

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Publications

This Month’s Luach
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HaShiur
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