December 3, 2013 | General News

Central Synagogue's board of trustees has enthusiastically recommended that Rabbi Angela Warnick Buchdahl succeed Rabbi Peter J. Rubinstein as the congregation’s next Senior Rabbi. Buchdahl, who is both an ordained rabbi and cantor, has served as Senior Cantor of the congregation since 2007.

November 20, 2013 | General News | Worship and High Holidays

The clergy at Central Synagogue, one of the largest Reform congregations in North America, embrace a unique and thoughtful approach to the worship experience. The result is a thriving community of New York Jews and livestreaming congregants who find deeper meaning through ever-evolving liturgy. This short video offers a close-up look at the thought process that drives our clergy to keep challenging the congregation to find personal connection to worship.

November 19, 2013 | General News

During World War I, Central Synagogue had a festive holiday dinner in 1917 to honor its rabbi, with a menu that reflected the taste and issues of its time.

November 19, 2013 | General News | Repairing the World

By each of us volunteering and engaging in philanthropy and volunteerism, we will not only help another person, but we will change ourselves. We will make ourselves more caring and soulful people. This kind of transformation can truly have a ripple effect. In other words, by improving the lives of those we help and impacting our lives by helping, we can truly transform the world.

November 13, 2013 | General News | Repairing the World

We may feel helpless in the wake of such violent natural disasters, but we can take action, pray for the Philippine people and support them in their relief efforts. The need for the relief efforts is great. Please consider giving aid.