- Temple Emanuel of Andover

At Temple Emanuel, we seek to inspire A Lifelong Jewish Journey through

a passionate commitment to Jewish life, learning, community and spiritual growth.

Upcoming Programs & Events

The High Holy Days begins on Monday, September 6. We look forward to gathering with you, in-person or online, as we welcome the Jewish New Year.

Click here for more information on our services and programs. Links to all of our online services have been shared via email.

Not a member? Click here to see the list of services that are open to the public or contact us about how you can join for all of our services.

5782 Yom Kippur Food Drive
Each year, Temple Emanuel hosts a food drive in the spirit of Tikkun Olam to battle food insecurity in the Merrimack Valley. Last year our community collected and donated 4,000 pounds of non‐perishable foods, paper goods, and household items!

This year we are going virtual! By sponsoring an individual or a family, you are providing them with groceries, paper goods, and household items for a week.

Click here to contribute to our Virtual Food Drive to benefit Bread & Roses.

Pay your Temple Emanuel Dues and Religious School Tuition online!

Click here to pay your Dues, Religious School Tuition (if applicable), and Building Fund (if applicable) online by credit card or ACH. You will be asked to set a password before you are brought to the payment form.

Read our Bulletin

Click here to read our September/October 2021 bulletin.

Past Programs

History of Temple Emanuel in the Merrimack Valley
Click here to watch the program.

100th Anniversary Havdalah
Click here to watch the service.
Thank you to all who participated and sent in greetings.

A Rabbi, A Priest, And A Minister Walk Into A Studio.
Watch the latest episode of this local Andover television show featuring our Rabbi, Robert Goldstein, along with Rev. Michael Hodges of Christ Church and Rev. Dana Allen Walsh of South Church.

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

The More Torah, The More Life

The More Torah, The More Life jstern September 23, 2021

Torah Study

When I became rabbi of Monmouth Reform Temple in Tinton Falls, NJ, I quickly discovered that some people in our community thought we were a church. Mail was addressed to “Monmouth Reformed Temple,” and letters were addressed “Dear Pastor.”

Creation, Chaos, and Children

Creation, Chaos, and Children jstern September 17, 2021

Parenting

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was unformed and void, and darkness was upon the face of the deep; and the spirit of God hovered over the face of the waters. God said: “Let there be light.” And there was light.

Sukkot Breads in Fall Colors

Sukkot Breads in Fall Colors jstern September 13, 2021

Side Dish Recipes

Decorate your Sukkot table with Ethiopian, North African, and Sephardi breads full of fall colors and tantalizing spice mixes and broaden our palates to the customs of worldwide Jewish communities. Laden with seasonal honey, pumpkin, or orange, they don’t need braiding, and they make perfect gifts.

7 Jewish Endeavors to Make 5782 a Sweet New Year

7 Jewish Endeavors to Make 5782 a Sweet New Year jstern September 13, 2021

Racial Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion

It’s a long-standing custom for Jews to wish one another a “sweet new year” on Rosh Hashanah; to hope that this coming year will be one filled with joy, fulfillment, and an abundance of blessings. However, Judaism isn’t a path focused simply on wishing for good things; if our goal is to make each year “sweeter” than the last, we must work to make it happen.