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Temple Sinai is a Reform congregation that has served the needs of Jewish residents of Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena and the Foothills for nearly a century.

Our community of over 200 families embraces diversity and warmly welcomes interfaith couples, Jews by choice, strongly identified Jews, and those just beginning to explore their Jewish identities.

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COMING UP AT TSG…

Weekly Minyan and Torah Study
Saturday mornings VIA ZOOM
Join us every Saturday to enjoy a Shabbat morning service and discussion of the week’s Torah portion. These intimate and enlightening services are led by members of the TSG congregation. (Start times vary – check our calendar for specific dates)

“Shabbat Under the Stars” Service

Friday, 7/1 at 7pm ON SITE, OUTDOORS

Celebrate both Shabbat and the 4th of July on Friday evening! Bring the whole family to join the community in the play yard of our parking lot for this special summertime event.

Sisterhood “Book Ends”
Tuesday, 7/5 at 7pm VIA ZOOM
Join your Sisterhood friends this month for a discussion of “Between Two Kingdoms” by Suleika Jaouad.

Evening Shabbat Service

Friday, 7/8 at 7:30pm

All are welcome! (For those who are not able to attend in-person, this service can also be streamed live by clicking here.)

Temple Sinai Book Club
Monday, 7/11 at 12pm VIA ZOOM
There’s no better way to keep your mind sharp than reading then discussing great books with friends! This month the group will be reading the dystopian classic “Farenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury.

“Wise Aging” Class
Wednesday, 7/13 at 7:30pm VIA ZOOM
This class celebrates those over 50, helping us work on our roadblocks so we can find new meaning in our lives. New attendees welcome!

Jewish Meditation
Friday, 7/22 at 7pm IN-PERSON
Use the half-hour before our Friday evening service to breathe, center yourself, and get in a Shabbat mindset. This monthly program is led by long-time meditator and teacher Jan Freed.

Interested in our Zoom events? Contact us to learn how to take part!

In order to maximize your safety — as well as the safety of everyone who enters the synagogue — Temple Sinai has a COVID VACCINE REQUIREMENT. Click the link below for more information.

TSG Covid Vaccine & Masking Policy (3/9/22)

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Practicing Democracy

Practicing Democracy jemerman June 28, 2022

Voting Rights

As we reflect on the United States' Independence Day, I am mindful that democracy also takes commitment and practice. Democracy takes practice because it still is not accessible to all.

Becoming BMitzvah

Becoming BMitzvah jemerman June 27, 2022

Lifecycle Rituals

I love seeing how our students at Temple Shalom of Newton transform throughout the process of becoming BMitzvah. It's the end of my first year coordinating the BMitzvah program and my colleague Allison Lobron, an experienced leader in inclusion and social emotional learning, and I are hosting an end of year celebration for our BMitzvah students.

Reconciling the Past, Identifying a Pathway Forward

Reconciling the Past, Identifying a Pathway Forward jemerman June 21, 2022

Racial Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion

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For the past year, I have been engaged in deep reflection over my responsibility as a Canadian and proud Jew in addressing the horrors committed against Indigenous peoples.

Rabbi Rick Jacobs’ Remarks on Reform LGBTQ+ Inclusion

Rabbi Rick Jacobs’ Remarks on Reform LGBTQ+ Inclusion jemerman June 13, 2022

LGBTQ+ Jewish Life

Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ), recently attended the 50th anniversary celebration of Beth Chayim Chadashim in Los Angeles, California, the world's first LGBTQ+ congregation. This is a excerpt taken from his remarks at the event.