First Time Visitor

We are older families and younger families.  
We are singles, doubles, singers, listeners, pray-ers, do-ers, learners.

We were born Jewish.
We live with Jewish people we love. 
We chose to become Jewish, we are on the path to becoming Jewish.  

We are differently-abled, we are neurodiverse, and we are whatever “normal” is.

We think both inside the box and outside the box.
We are passionate about Judaism and the Jewish people.

We are a great Jewish family in Tempe/the East Valley ...
and we want to welcome you soon!  

Come meet the membership of Temple Emanuel ... 

when we learn together in a class ...

when we come together to worship ... 

when we volunteer in the community ...

when we advocate to make this world better ...

when we get together to socialize.

Become part of something special here in Tempe/the East Valley.  

Help us create meaningful Jewish experiences for you and for our entire community.  

Find your Jewish home with us.  

We look forward to meeting you!

Help Us Get to Know You with a Name Tag

Joining us for a Shabbat Service? One of our friendly Board members will greet you as you enter our main entrance.  Please introduce yourself and let them know that you are new.  They will check you in and offer you a name tag... we encourage you to fill out and wear a visitor name tag while you are with us so we know to say a special hello to you.  Our Board member will also answer any questions that you may have so please don't hesitate to ask for any information you need! 

Finding Your Way Around

Once you enter our lobby our Sanctuary is located directly ahead and to the right.  As you enter our Sanctuary, you will notice a wooden holder with some of our kippot. For those new or just visiting our Temple, a kippah, also known as a yarmulke, is a head-covering traditionally worn by Jewish men and boys as a sign of reverence and respect.  Both Jewish men and Jewish women are invited to wear a head covering in the synagogue, but it is not required. Additionally, hanging on the wall as you enter the Sanctuary, you will find tallitot (ritual fringed shawls).  If you so choose, you are welcome to borrow a tallit to wear, however, please note that they are traditionally only worn during morning/daytime worship services.  As you enter the sanctuary, feel free to select a seat wherever you are comfortable. 

What About Hebrew

Our siddurim (prayer books) are found in the seat pocket in front of you.  Every word in our prayer book, Mishkan T'filah, is translated and transliterated to assist those who are not familiar with Hebrew. 

Healing Prayers

During our Friday evening worship, the congregation is invited to include the names of their loved ones who are in need of a prayer for healing of the body, mind, or the spirit within our Mi Sheberach for healing.  Please feel free to share your loved one's name with our community during this time. If there is a friend or loved one that you would like to be added to the list, feel free to have them added by submitting the request here. 

Remembering a Loved One

If you are observing the recent passing of a loved one, or observing the anniversary of a loved one's passing, please feel free to include their name when the congregation is asked for names before the recitation of the Mourner's Kaddish.  

After the Service

Please introduce yourself to some of our congregants.  We have an amazing group of people in our community!  And don't miss out on the opportunity to introduce yourself to our Interim Rabbi, Jonathan Biatch.

Attending Events and Other Programs

In addition, to worship services, we offer a variety of events and programs ranging from social justice groups, an array of educational opportunities for both children and adults alike as well as many fun community events.  Additionally, we are always looking to develop new programs and events in response to our evolving community. We are here to support you on your Jewish journey and believe that coming together to learn and celebrate enriches everyone. We hope to see you more often!

Keeping in Touch

In addition to sending out announcements about special classes, events, and programs in the community, we send out our electronic newsletter weekly. Click here if you would like to be added to our email list and be kept updated on all of our upcoming events!