• Do you come to Late Shabbat regularly?

• Do you consider yourself an active member of the Emanu-El Young Adult Community?

• Do you like to worship for the High Holy Days with Congregation Emanu-El?

• Are you considering a life cycle event, like marriage, in the coming years?

• Maybe it's time to consider being a member of Congregation Emanu-El!

Temple Emanu-El's Young Adult Community seeks to foster an open and supportive atmosphere for Jewish Bay Area young adults in their 20's and 30's. We are committed to providing a spiritual, educational, and social life reflecting the diversity, talents and interests of this community. And we seek to make membership in the community accessible to anyone who is interested, regardless of financial constraints.



Joining Congregation Emanu-El is easier than you thought!

We understand how difficult it can be when you're beginning your career. That's why your membership commitment at Congregation Emanu-El is voluntary the first fiscal year and continues to be for young adults below the age of 30.

After age 30, we merely ask that you contribute an amount that is comfortable for you. As a guideline, Congregation Emanu-El offers five membership categories, based on the number for "chai" (life.) Those levels are $180, $360, $540, $720 and over $720. All contributions are tax deductible.

Here's the important thing: no matter how much your dues are, they'll go toward building the kind of temple you want - and the kind of Jewish community you want to be part of.



Why should I join Congregation Emanu-El?

• All High Holy Day services are for members of the congregation.
• Access to clergy for select life cycle activities such as weddings. *
• Member preferences for the Sanctuary and Guild Hall for life cycle events.
• Religious counseling and clergy support in times of need.
• Special member rates and priority registration for select activities such as Passover and Shabbat dinners.
• Access to members-only Jewish Journey Groups, which provide opportunities to connect with smaller groups of people around shared interests.
• An active voice in a vibrant and thriving Jewish community.
• All other benefits of membership, such as receiving the Temple Chronicle, access to educational events, and the opportunity to become active in shaping the programming and focus of the Congregation.
• Membership in the world's largest Jewish network of approximately 900 synagogues affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism. High Holy Day ticket reciprocity is offered within this network.
• The opportunity to make Congregation Emanu-El your spiritual home.

*You must be a member for a minimum of 15 months to receive these benefits without additional charge.



How do I get more information?