Congregant Gatherings
As a large congregation, we recognize the importance of small group connection and we create many opportunities for learning, socializing, and enjoying local culture together. These gatherings generally occur in the evening hours or on weekends.
For weekday gatherings at the temple, check out these opportunities.
| Interfaith Group | Men’s Group | The Tribe for Men | Women’s Group | Tribe for Women
Interfaith Group
What Emanu-El Means When Using the Term “Interfaith”
When Emanu-El says “interfaith” in the context of “interfaith couple” or “interfaith family” or “people in interfaith relationships,” we’re inclusive of both immediate and extended families – interfaith couples where one person is Jewish and one is not, couples that include converts to Judaism who still have non-Jewish relatives, people with one Jewish parent, parents of intermarried children, grandparents of children being raised by intermarried parents, etc.
Interfaith families may include those who identify their family as Jewish, as more than one religion, as a “faithist” couple – one that tries to connect two partners’ point’s of view, one Jewish with a belief in a higher power and the other, an atheist looking at different interpretations and connections to Jewish traditions and custom, or who are unsure of how they identify. Our goal is to meet these families where they are and facilitate deeper connection to Jewish life. In addition, we recommend interfaithfamily.com as a valuable resource.
Interested in learning more about Judaism? Take a look at Introduction to Judaism.
Upcoming Interfaith Group Events:
Check back soon for the next upcoming Interfaith event!
Men’s Group 
Men’s Group events are congregant-only and require registration.
Men of Congregation Emanu-El have a monthly opportunity to socialize and study with a member of the clergy at a private home. This cross-generational group provides a small group experience so important to building community. All events are 9:30 – 11:30 am unless otherwise noted. Men’s Group events are congregant only and require registration.
Thanks to a donation from a member of the Men’s Group, the majority of gatherings are now offered for free.
Men’s Group with Rabbi Jonathan
Date: Sunday, October 14
Time: 9:30 – 11am
Location: Private Residence, given upon registration
Join the Men’s Group of Emanu-El at our first monthly gathering post summer-break. We’ll catch up on our summer activities, nosh and schmooze together, and study Torah.
Registration to come
Questions? Contact Rebecca Reiner
Sukkot is Zman Simchatenu – Season of our Joy
Date: Thursday, September 27, 2018
Time: 7:00 – 9:00PM
Location: Sukkah in the Courtyard, Congregation Emnau-El
Join us for an Empty Nester’s dinner in the sukkah – Middle eastern fare, wine, stories and music with Cantor Barak and the Rabbis Singer!
The Tribe for Men
An active and committed group of dads of Congregation Emanu-El ages 30-50, with children ages 0-12, who regularly come together in meaningful ways to have fun and form real relationship through deep connections and intimate community. Tribe for Men events are congregant only and require registration.
The Tribe for Men welcomes all fathers who fit the criteria above, regardless of gender and/or sexual identity.
Upcoming Tribe for Men Events:
Sukkot Steak + Wine Celebration in the Temple Sukkah with your Tribe
Date: September 26, 2018
Time: 7:00 – 10:00 PM
Location:Sukkah in the Courtyard, Congregation Emanu-El
Kick off the New Year together with other Tribe dads, as we have the first ever Sukkot Steak + Wine Celebration in the Temple Sukkah.
Women’s Group
The Congregation Emanu-El Women’s Group offers a wide variety of diverse programs, spanning all demographics of the temple.
We are on “summer break” and look forward to reconnecting with you this fall!
The Tribe for Women
The Tribe for Women is a group of Congregation Emanu-El mothers of children, birth through 18 years old. We look forward to seeing you at our next event!
We are on “summer break” and look forward to reconnecting with you this fall!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Tribe for Men: Sukkot Steak + Wine Celebration in the Sukkah
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Kick off the New Year together with other Tribe…
Drinks, Dinner, and Music in the Sukkah
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Event Signup
Sukkot is Zman Simchatenu - Season of our Joy
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Join us for an Boomers/Empty Nester's/Men's Group dinner in…