Religion & Faith Resources: Judaism

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Houses of Worship

Reform (These congregations are all egalitarian, inclusive and very welcoming)

Anshe Chesed Fairmount Temple, Beachwood

Suburban Temple-Kol Ami, Beachwood

Temple Emanu El, Orange Village

Temple Israel Ner Tamid, Mayfield Heights

The Temple-Tifereth Israel, Beachwood

Beth Israel - The West Temple, Cleveland

Temple B'Nai Abraham, Elyria

Temple Beth Shalom, Hudson

Temple Israel, Akron

Chabad

Chabad of Cleveland - The Waxman Chabad Center All services open to public, no matter background, level of observance or Jewish knowledge Solon Chabad, Solon Participants range from Reform, Conservative to unaffiliated families Chabad of the West Side, Westlake Chabad of Downtown Reaching out to the growing community of young professionals, empty nesters, business commuters and convention visitors

Orthodox

Green Road Synagogue, Beachwood Vibrant and dynamic modern Orthodox congregation, striving to create a religious Zionist foundation. Young Israel of Greater Cleveland - Irving Stone Synagogue, Beachwood Welcoming Orthodox congregation

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Conservative

B'Nai Jeshurun Congregation, Pepper Pike Embracing and dynamic Conservative congregation with three daily minyans Congregation Shaarey Tikvah, Beachwood An egalitarian Conservative synagogue; inclusive and innovative congregation Park Synagogue - Anshe Emeth Beth Tefilo Congregation, Pepper Pike Modern, egalitarian Conservative. Temple El Emeth Synagogue, Youngstown Modern, egalitarian Conservative

Independent

Beth El - The Heights Synagogue, An Independent Minyan, Cleveland Heights Traditional, egalitarian and participatory The Shul, Pepper Pike A new model of synagogue which reaches out to anyone interested in enlivening their Jewish identity and observance Celebrating Jewish Life, Beachwood Welcomes newcomers to subscription series of six festive Jewish Holiday experiences

Reconstructionist

Kol Halev, Cleveland's Reconstructionist Jewish Community, University Heights Known for joyful spirituality, intellectual curiosity, inclusivity and deep caring

Community Organizations

Jewish Federation of Cleveland Umbrella organization that focuses on strategic planning and the health and vitality of the entire Cleveland Jewish community

Access Jewish Cleveland - Jewish Federation of Cleveland Free and confidential service that provides information and resources about "everything Jewish" in Cleveland

Mandel Jewish Community Center State-of-the art fitness center with indoor and outdoor pools. Offers Jewish arts and culture programs, including annual book festival and Cleveland Jewish FilmFest. Early childhood education and children's camps are available.

National Council of Jewish Women/Cleveland National volunteer organization which improves the quality of life for women, children and families through direct service and advocacy.

Jewish Schools and Child Care

Anshe Chesed Fairmount Temple - Early Childhood Center

B'Nai Jeshurun Congregation - Early Childhood Center

Mandel JCC - Early Childhood

Park Synagogue - Park Preschool

Solon Jewish Preschool

Temple Emanu El Preschool

The Temple-Tifereth Israel Early Learning Center

The Lillian and Betty Ratner Montessori School - 18 mo's to 8th grade

Fuchs Mizrachi School - Modern orthodox/Zionist day school

Gross Schechter Day School - conservative pre-K to 8th grade

Hebrew Academy of Cleveland - pre-K to HS

Joseph & Florence Mandel Jewish Day School - pre-K to 8th grade

Health and Social Services

Mt. Sinai Health Care Foundation Grant-making organization to support the health of the Jewish community

Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland Comprehensive medical and social services for families and individuals, including seniors; Holocaust survivors; older adults with disabilities, Alzheimers and development issues. JFSA sponsors group homes and provides vocational services.

Bellefaire JCB Child service agency providing a variety of behavioral health, substance abuse, education and prevention programs. Adoption and fostering services. Home to the Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters Association.

Menorah Park Variety of residences for aging adults, from independent living to hospice care, and rehabilitation center. Shabbat, Holiday and daily services offered onsite, and meals provided in the Orthodox tradition.

Museums

Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage The Museum of Diversity & Tolerance. Welcomes visitors to explore Jewish history, heritage and Jewish immigrant life in America. Changing exhibitions. Tours available.

The Temple Museum of Jewish Art Religion and Culture At The Temple-Tifereth Israel. Fourth oldest museum of Judaica in the US.