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Welcome to Temple Israel!

Temple Israel — located in Memphis Tennessee — is a sanctuary for prayer and inspiration, a vibrant center for Jewish learning, and a congregational home for living Torah. We are a source of strength and a force for good for Reform Jews, the greater community, and the world.

Memphis' Home for Reform Judaism

Since it was founded in 1854 by a small group of German immigrants as the first permanent Jewish house of worship in Tennessee, Temple Israel has grown into a vibrant and modern Reform Jewish synagogue that now serves 1,500 member families as a place to gather, worship, learn, and deepen Jewish identity and commitment.

 

Upcoming Programs & Events

WednesdayWed, 11 MarMarch, 2026

Silenced Jewish Women of Genesis and Today

Wednesday, Mar 11th 7:00p to 8:15pThe voices of Jewish women — both heard and unheard — have been necessary in writing our Jewish story. This class, led by Rabbi Leah Sternberg, examines the stories of women in the Torah, rabbinic literature, Jewish History, and our contemporary age, whose contributions have been overlooked, suppressed, or misinterpreted. By spending time with these narratives, we will reclaim these voices and consider their relevance to Jewish life and gender dynamics today.

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SaturdaySat, 14 MarMarch, 2026

Torah Study

Shabbat, Mar 14th 10:00a to 11:00aNourish your mind as well as your soul on Shabbat with the mitzvah of studying Torah. Taught by our fantastic rabbis and dedicated lay leaders, each week brings new insights into the ancient texts of Judaism. Join the meeting on Zoom at this link: https://timemphis.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7bda15083be90232089d87536&id=72a8a070d6&e=3f2f9e9132

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SaturdaySat, 14 MarMarch, 2026

Nefesh Havdalah

Shabbat, Mar 14th 5:30p to 6:30p

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ThursdayThu, 19 MarMarch, 2026

Coffee & Conversation

Thursday, Mar 19th 10:00a to 11:00aThis week's topic will be “New Additions to the Seder Plate” with Rabbi Leah Sternberg

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FridayFri, 20 MarMarch, 2026

Civil Rights Pilgrimage: Keeping the Memory Alive

Friday, Mar 20th 8:00a to Sunday, Mar 22nd 5:00pJoin Rabbi Ross and your fellow Temple Israel members for a special weekend journey from Memphis to Montgomery to visit some of the iconic memorials and monuments of the Civil Rights Movement. This program is presented by the Rabbi James A. Wax Institute for Social Justice. The Rabbi James A. Wax Center for Social Justice seeks to promote justice and equality so that all people can live with dignity and hope. The Center is a contemporary resource for education and discussion, created to actively address issues concerning social and economic equity as well as all matters of social justice in our community and beyond, as inspired by the life and legacy of Rabbi Wax.

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SaturdaySat, 14 MarMarch, 2026

Nefesh Havdalah

Shabbat, Mar 14th 5:30p to 6:30p

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SundaySun, 26 AprApril, 2026

TIMPO Fest Music Festival

Sunday, Apr 26th 11:00a to 1:30pJoin us on April 26th from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM for our annual Spring Music Festival. This year, we’re taking the fun and energy indoors to our updated spaces for an afternoon full of music, food, drinks, activities, and more. Best of all, it’s FREE.

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WednesdayWed, 11 MarMarch, 2026

Silenced Jewish Women of Genesis and Today

Wednesday, Mar 11th 7:00p to 8:15pThe voices of Jewish women — both heard and unheard — have been necessary in writing our Jewish story. This class, led by Rabbi Leah Sternberg, examines the stories of women in the Torah, rabbinic literature, Jewish History, and our contemporary age, whose contributions have been overlooked, suppressed, or misinterpreted. By spending time with these narratives, we will reclaim these voices and consider their relevance to Jewish life and gender dynamics today.

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