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WELCOME

As a diverse congregation, we explore Jewish traditions, culture, rituals, and history in a warm environment that is inclusive, relevant, and inspirational. Preschooler or retiree, teen or mother, survivor or corporate climber, there are meaningful services, ceremonies and engaging events for everyone.

Welcoming You Home

Temple Emanuel strives to be a place of Keruv, of closeness to our Jewish community and culture.

ABOUT
TEMPLE EMANUEL

We are a vibrant and diverse Reform Jewish congregation and a member of the Union for Reform Judaism. As a diverse congregation, we explore Jewish traditions, culture, rituals, and history in a warm environment that is inclusive, relevant, and inspirational.

WORSHIP

Led by our dynamic rabbis, Andy Koren and Amy Hertz, worship services are joyous, musical, informative and very welcoming. You will be delighted by the beauty of our sanctuary as we celebrate the many life-cycle events in our community.

GET INVOLVED

At Temple Emanuel, we are excited to explore and celebrate our Jewish heritage together. We warmly welcome new members and believe that every person enriches our congregation with their own unique talents, perspectives, and contributions. Whether you are interested in music, Tikun Olam, rituals, Jewish learning, or social events...Temple Emanuel has something for you!

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Some of our Upcoming Events

  • Dec 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Every Second Friday of the month, join us for Tot Shabbat and/OR dinner and Shabbat Service: 5:30P - Hanukkah Tot Shabbat; 6P - Shabbat Dinner (RSVP required); 6:30P - Shabbat services. BIRTHDAY BLESSINGS celebrated at both services. This month we are having a pasta bar for dinner! RSVP below
  • Multiple Dates
    Dec 13, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Join us for a warm, lively and music-filled Friday night Shabbat Service! You can attend in-person or watch the livestream on Temple's Facebook page.
  • Multiple Dates
    Dec 14, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    This weekly Torah study group meets in the Board Room at Temple Emanuel's Jefferson Road Campus. The study group is led by one of our rabbis and explores the weekly Torah portion. No prerequisite knowledge is needed and all, regardless of background, are welcome to attend.
  • Multiple Dates
    Dec 14, 2024, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Join us for a warm, lively and music-filled Saturday Morning Shabbat Service! You can attend in-person or watch the livestream on Temple's Facebook page.
  • Dec 15, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Please join us for our gift shop Hanukkah Sale on December 15th, 10:00am to 12:30pm. There will be great gifts available for you and yours at terrific prices.    
  • Dec 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Join Rabbi Amy and Beth Goldstein for a fabulous night of fun in preparation for Hanukkah! Enjoy a Dizzy Dreidel or a Miracle Mocktail while we craft, snack, and meet new friends! This is a Sisterhood sponsored program celebrating woman and those who identify as and with women.
  • Dec 18, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Join us on Wednesday, December 18, for lunch and a kickoff for Hanukkah with children from the Early Childhood Education Program bringing songs and laughter.
  • Multiple Dates
    Dec 18, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Join us the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays a month for Mahjong, from 6:30-8:30pm!
  • Multiple Dates
    Dec 20, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Join us for a warm, lively and music-filled Friday night Shabbat Service! You can attend in-person or watch the livestream on Temple's Facebook page.
  • Multiple Dates
    Dec 21, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    This weekly Torah study group meets in the Board Room at Temple Emanuel's Jefferson Road Campus. The study group is led by one of our rabbis and explores the weekly Torah portion. No prerequisite knowledge is needed and all, regardless of background, are welcome to attend.
  • Dec 24, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Rabbi Andy and Michal Koren's Home
    Rabbi Andy and Michal Koren are hosting Asian on Mistletoe. Enjoy a casual and fun evening at their home, featuring Jewish Music, and plenty of Vegetarian Asian Food (potluck style). Please register to let us know you are coming and plan to bring a vegetarian Asian dish to share.
  • Multiple Dates
    Dec 27, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Join us for a warm, lively and music-filled Friday night Shabbanukkah Service! We invite you to bring your menorah and candles to light them with the whole congregation for this festive shabbat!
  • Multiple Dates
    Dec 28, 2024, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    This weekly Torah study group meets in the Board Room at Temple Emanuel's Jefferson Road Campus. The study group is led by one of our rabbis and explores the weekly Torah portion. No prerequisite knowledge is needed and all, regardless of background, are welcome to attend.
  • Dec 28, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    LeBauer Park, 208 N Davie St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA
    Join us downtown in LeBauer Park by the Women of the Shoah Statue for Havdalakkah, where we will hold a havdalah service, light the menorah and bring light to the community.
  • Dec 31, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Come celebrate Hanukkah and kick-off your New Year’s Eve with Temple! We will start the evening off lighting candles, so bring your menorah and candles. There will be games, treats, champagne, crafts for all ages, and a Hanukkah sweater competition!
  • Multiple Dates
    Jan 03, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Join us for a warm, lively and music-filled Friday night Shabbat Service! You can attend in-person or watch the livestream on Temple's Facebook page.
  • Multiple Dates
    Jan 04, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    This weekly Torah study group meets in the Board Room at Temple Emanuel's Jefferson Road Campus. The study group is led by one of our rabbis and explores the weekly Torah portion. No prerequisite knowledge is needed and all, regardless of background, are welcome to attend.
  • Multiple Dates
    Jan 10, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Temple Emanuel, 1129 Jefferson Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
    Join us for a warm, lively and music-filled Friday night Shabbat Service! You can attend in-person or watch the livestream on Temple's Facebook page.

Learn about what we've done recently

Click here to read a New Year's Message

from Rabbi Andy Koren:

2022 Year in Review from a Jewish Perspective

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2023 Confirmation Shabbat Booklet

on Friday May 12, 2023

Special Pride Shabbat with Ellen 'Lennie' Gerber

We were fortunate enough to host Ellen 'Lennie' Gerber, on June 28, 2024. If you missed the discussion with her, please watch it below.

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Rabbi Andy Koren adding messages of support to the Temple Hanukkiah was featured in the News & Record on December 23, 2022.

"Rabbi affixes community support on giant Hanukkah menorah"

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