TEMPLE EMANUEL

We welcome you to join us for worship, education and community in our synagogue. We are a Reform Jewish congregation located in the South Hills of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

1250 Bower Hill Road Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Phone: (412) 279-7600

Temple Emanuel Grandparents Group

Are you a grandparent or grandfriend? Whether you are Jewish or not, local or far, you are welcome to join us for a Temple Emanuel Grandparents Group, starting this fall and meeting monthly! We hope that this group facilitates connections and conversations between grandparents and grandfriends with connections to Judaism, either through their own experiences […]

“Gen X Pittsburgh: The Beehive and the 90s Scene” by Dave Rullo Book Launch

Library

Coffeehouses have played an important role in Jewish history, serving as a third place, where community members met outside of their homes and synagogues. Throughout the 19th and early 20th century politics, literature art, theater and media were all discussed over coffee. These cafes lasted until the World Wars and the rise of communism, something […]

Sensory-Friendly Concert with Joanie Calem

Temple Emanuel invites you to join us in song for a sensory-friendly and inclusive concert with musician and inclusion advocate Joanie Calem. While this program is geared toward children, all ages are welcome! After the concert, Temple Emanuel invites you to stay for a nosh, or snack, and visit tables for local organizations that support […]

Giving Tuesday 2023

We are excited to announce Temple Emanuel’s “Go the Distance” Giving Tuesday 2023 Campaign in honor of retiring Executive Director Leslie Hoffman! During her time at Temple, Leslie has “gone the distance”  – working with congregants, managing rabbinic transitions, navigating the pandemic, implementing the Life & Legacy program, establishing security protocols, overseeing numerous building projects […]

Event Series Friday Afternoon Torah Study

Friday Afternoon Torah Study

Temple’s Shabbat morning Torah Study frequently focuses on a single idea or verse, leaving much on the cutting room floor for further exploration. Curious what else the sages of our tradition were thinking? Join Rabbi Meyer on Zoom by clicking here for a 45 minute sneak peek!

Event Series Shabbat Evening Services

Shabbat Evening Services

Join us for our Shabbat evening services in the Beit HaT’filah (masks are optional). You can also continue to connect with us via Temple’s website, Facebook, or Youtube. An electronic copy of Mishkan T’filah, the congregation’s prayer book, can be accessed here. Immediately following the service, enjoy a nosh at the oneg and schmooze with […]

Giving Tuesday Kick-off Oneg Honoring Leslie Hoffman

Social Hall

Help us kick-off our “Go the Distance” Giving Tuesday Campaign in honor of Leslie Hoffman. Join us for a special Friday evening service to thank Leslie for everything she has contributed to our community while serving as the Executive Director and welcome Shabbat. After the service, we will gather in the social hall to enjoy […]

WTE+ Pottery Painting Party at That Pottery Place in Bethel Park

WTE+ invites you to join them in the private room at That Pottery Place in Bethel Park for a choose-your-own pottery painting party! The cost is entirely based on the piece(s) you choose, so paint as much or as little as you’d like in community with your fellow WTE+ crafters.  Space is limited to 20 […]

Event Series Friday Afternoon Torah Study

Friday Afternoon Torah Study

Temple’s Shabbat morning Torah Study frequently focuses on a single idea or verse, leaving much on the cutting room floor for further exploration. Curious what else the sages of our tradition were thinking? Join Rabbi Meyer on Zoom by clicking here for a 45 minute sneak peek!

Event Series KIDdish Club

KIDdish Club

KIDdish Club offers a kid-friendly dinner, craft projects and play time; and a fast-paced musical introduction to Shabbat. Don’t worry if you can’t make it right at 5:00pm — you can drop in anytime! While this program is designed with those ages 0-6 in mind, older siblings, parents and even grandparents are welcome. Rebecca Closson, […]