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

Friday, Jun 27 @ 5:45 pm

Congregational Dinner Meeting

Friday, Jun 27 @ 7:30 pm

Volunteer Recognition Shabbat with the Fringes

Monday, Aug 4 

Summer Outing 

Join for Shabbat!

Shabbat Evening Service

Fridays @ 6:30 pm
Sanctuary | Zoom | Facebook

Shabbat Morning Service

Saturdays @ 9 am
Chapel | Zoom

Sunday Morning Family Service

Sundays (Sep – Jun) @ 9 am
Sanctuary

Can’t make it in person? There are opportunities to join via Zoom or tune in on Facebook. Click the link below to learn more!

What else is coming up?

  1. 26 Jun

    Middle East Discussion Group

    9:30 am - 10:20 am

    Next dates: 03 Jul | 10 Jul | 17 Jul |
  2. 26 Jun

    Taste of Torah

    10:30 am - 11:30 am

    Next dates: 03 Jul | 10 Jul | 17 Jul |
  3. 26 Jun

    Mah Jongg

    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Next dates: 03 Jul | 10 Jul | 17 Jul |
  4. 27 Jun

    Congregational Dinner Meeting

    5:45 pm - 7:30 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

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is a Human Right

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is a Human Right jemerman

As we prepare to commemorate Juneteenth this year, we must pause and realize that we must constantly work to maintain our freedoms and liberties. If not for us, then in service to our descendants and their descendants.

A Shabbat Message

A Shabbat Message urjadmin

This week, as Shabbat approaches, we gather in community to pray for the shelter of peace in Israel and at home.

Finding My Place at The Collab

Finding My Place at The Collab sdolgov

Read how one high schooler found inspiration, connection, and belonging at the Reform Movement's largest event for Jewish North American teens.

Supporting Immigrants and Refugees in This Challenging Moment

Supporting Immigrants and Refugees in This Challenging Moment jemerman

Background on recent Reform Movement statements, longstanding Reform Movement policies, and opportunities for action by individuals, congregations, and communities.