We are a Family of Families

Temple Emanuel is a Reform Jewish community in Andover, MA committed to honoring our legacy while embracing new traditions, opening our hearts to all who wish to join, and actively engaging in Jewish life together.

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The Calendar

Events and opportunities to learn, celebrate, connect, and worship with your Temple Emanuel family.

Featured

Sunday, Nov 9 @ 11:15 am

Teen Group with Jaz Twersky, Rabbinic Intern

Sunday, Nov 9 @ 1:30 pm

Larry Hodes Movie, Deli and Q&A with Co-Producer

Friday, Nov 14 @ 5:00 pm

Tot Shabbat

Join for Shabbat!

Shabbat Evening Service

Fridays @ 6:30 pm
Sanctuary | Zoom 

Shabbat Morning Service

Saturdays @ 9 am
Chapel | Zoom

Sunday Morning Family Service

Sundays (Sep – Jun) @ 9 am
Sanctuary

Can’t make it in person? Join us via Zoom. Click the link below to learn more!

What else is coming up?

  1. 07 Nov

    Babies, Bagels and Beyond

    9:30 am - 10:30 am

    Next dates: 14 Nov | 21 Nov | 05 Dec |
  2. 07 Nov
  3. 08 Nov

    Shabbat Morning Service

    9:30 am - 10:30 am
  4. 08 Nov

    Bat Mitzvah of Eliora Wilfond

    10:30 am - 12:00 pm

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Be(come) a Member

I’m a member.

Visit the Member Portal, our members-only hub where you can view and manage your Temple Emanuel membership – make a dues payment, update your contact info, check on an upcoming yahrzeit, and more!

I’d like to join.

Great! We’d love for you to be a part of our family of families. You can read a bit more about what it means to be a member of our community at the link below and we’re here to answer any questions. Just reach out whenever you’re ready.

Get Involved

There’s a place for you here – explore some of the ways we come together to learn, grow and build community.

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The Preschool

A safe, loving environment where children feel free to explore and learn.

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Religious School

Helping youth build strong Jewish identities and prepare for B’nai Mitzvah.

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Social Action

Opportunities to strengthen your Jewish identity by repairing our world.

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Music

Music plays an integral part in our community life – explore how you can lift your voice.

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Adult Education

Discover and strengthen your connection to Judaism through lifelong learning.

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Social Opportunities

Connect with your Temple Emanuel family – explore our social groups and events.

We’re here for you.

Rabbi David Wilfond, Cantor Rachel Reef-Simpson and your entire Temple Emanuel family are here for you. We are here to celebrate your joys, support you in moments of transition, challenge, or loss, and partner with you as you seek meaning and purpose in our world.

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

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Ten unforgettable experiences allow visitors to discover friendship, adventure, and connection across Israel.

Five Ways to Encourage Teens’ Jewish Identities

Five Ways to Encourage Teens’ Jewish Identities jemerman

Many Jewish teens leave home believing they've "finished" their Jewish education after their b'nei mitzvah or after confirmation. I certainly did. But that's like thinking you've mastered math because you learned multiplication tables.

The Sticky Stuff That Holds Us Together: Cheese

The Sticky Stuff That Holds Us Together: Cheese jemerman

Detroit cheesemonger Zach Berg connects cultures and communities through storytelling, Jewish values, and food.

Marking this Moment: Resources for the Release of the Hostages

Marking this Moment: Resources for the Release of the Hostages urjadmin

May these prayers and rituals guide us through this emotional time and foster a sense of community and compassion.