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SAN FRANCISCO
Congregation Beth Sholom
(415) 221-8736 • bethsholomsf.org
With a history that dates to 1906, Beth Sholom encourages one and all “to discover, deepen and express their Jewish identity through learning, ritual, service and enriched community life.” A modern Conservative synagogue, Beth Sholom strives to build and sustain a community “empowered to make a positive difference in the world.”
Congregation Emanu-El
(415) 751-2535 • emanuelsf.org
Founded during the Gold Rush by German Reform Jews, this historic synagogue just completed a $97 million renovation, providing a spanking new home for its varied programming, including high-profile guest speakers and the long-running “Late Shabbat” Friday night service.
Congregation Sherith Israel
(415) 346-1720 • sherithisrael.org
Also founded during the California Gold Rush, this historic Reform synagogue with an awe-inspiring sanctuary is known for “marrying the newest innovations to thousands of years of Jewish history” through a variety of services and programs.
SOUTH BAY/PENINSULA
Congregation Beth Am
Los Altos Hills
(650) 493-4661 • betham.org
This popular multigenerational Reform congregation has committed to live as a holy community where the study and practice of Judaism inspires and challenges members to “do justice, to love kindness and to walk humbly with our God.” Women’s groups, learning cohorts and family groups are among the special programs.
Peninsula Temple Beth El
San Mateo
(650) 341-7701 • ptbe.org
Peninsula Temple Beth El is an energetic and engaged Reform congregation with musical worship on Shabbat and holidays, inspiring educational programs for youth and adults, and an emphasis on social justice and love of Israel.
NORTH BAY
Congregation Kol Shofar
Tiburon
(415) 388-1818 • kolshofar.org
Founded in 1962, Congregation Kol Shofar is a dynamic Conservative congregation “rooted in the enduring values of Jewish traditions, while embracing innovations that enrich contemporary Jewish life.” Spiritual growth and connection to a caring community are cultivated among people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
Congregation Rodef Sholom
San Rafael
(415) 479-3441 • rodefsholom.org
This Reform synagogue, which inaugurated a new sanctuary in 2024 to serve its expanding congregation, seeks to ignite “the passion to connect — with Jewish values, with each other, and with our world.” An active adult education schedule is highlighted by a monthly “Let’s Talk About It” discussion series focusing on complex Jewish communal issues.
EAST BAY
Temple Beth Abraham
Oakland
(510) 832-0936 • tbaoakland.org
With 120 years of serving the East Bay’s Conservative community, this egalitarian,
participatory congregation offers lively worship in a stately sanctuary. Traditional davening on Saturday mornings, musical services with guitar Friday evenings, and members, young and old, help lead services.
Temple Sinai
Oakland
(510) 451-3263 • oaklandsinai.org
“Jews by birth, Jews by choice, interfaith families and those wishing to learn more
about Judaism” are welcome at this large Reform congregation known for progressive social action programs. Innovation is a focus here, and the historic Beaux Arts-style building, which opened in 1914, houses an award-winning preschool and religious school.
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