MISSION STATEMENT
Temple Emanu-El is a Reform synagogue serving the greater San Diego Jewish community. We are a spiritual home for all Jewish people. We provide both a modern and traditional experience for the family and the individual. Our congregation offers a joyful experience in which our members can develop and maintain a sense of Jewish identity and community. Through spiritual expression, study and song, and through commitment to social justice, we are covenant partners with God.
Who We Are
Temple Emanu-El is a Reform Jewish synagogue, affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism.
It is located at 6299 Capri Drive, in the neighborhood of Del Cerro, in the city of San Diego, California. We strive to build in our congregation a community and a family for our membership. We hope your connection with our temple will be meaningful and rewarding for you and your family.
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MEMBERSHIP
What you’ll get.
Community
A warm, diverse and caring community where Jewish values are honored and every member is valued.
Services
We have beautiful and enriching Shabbat and holiday services led by Rabbi Devorah Marcus and Rabbi Benj Fried including Family Shabbat Services during the school year.
Hebrew School Education
A wonderful religious and Hebrew school education with dynamic programming for your children in kindergarten through seventh grade and preparation for Bar/Bat Mitzvah and Kabbalat Torah (Confirmation).
Price Family PreSchool
Our Price Family Preschool for your young children ages 18 months to 5 years old. Temple Emanu-El members pay lower tuition fees for the Preschool.
Jewish Learning Programs For Adults
Lifelong Jewish Learning programs for adults who want to learn more about Judaism, including sessions with Rabbi Marcus and Rabbi Fried, visiting lecturers, films and more.
Volunteer & Social Action
Opportunities to join a Havurah (friendship circle), volunteer with our award-winning Social Action program and contribute to our vibrant community.
Support
Our clergy is available to you for all of your life cycle events.
Programs, Groups & Activities
A wide variety of Jewish and outreach programs, groups and activities for all ages.
Serving & Caring
At Temple Emanu-El we are committed to providing a warm and welcoming environment for all members of our community. Our team, consisting of our rabbis, leadership, board of directors and staff is dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging and spiritual growth. Learn more about our team:
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WHAT'S HAPPENING
Bulletin
Read the official newsletter for Temple Emanu-El, Ha-Sofer (The Scribe).
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ON DEMAND STREAM
Services & Events
Stream live services or view past events on BoxCast TV.
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6299 Capri Drive, San Diego, CA
(619) 286-2555
temple@teesd.org