We welcome you to join Congregation Tikkun v’Or (Ithaca Reform Temple), a vibrant progressive congregation of about 130 member units. We strive to offer a warm and welcoming environment, quality education for our children, a dynamic program for adults, and meaningful worship for all. Tikkun v’Or is affiliated with the Union of Reform Judaism (URJ) Northeast Council.
Benefits include:
A Welcoming and Inclusive Community
- A beautiful building to house our Jewish community and host life cycle events
- A diverse community that proudly embraces a wide spectrum of Jewish practices, including traditionally/observant Jews, secular participants, those who are new to Judaism, interfaith and multi-cultural families, and Jewish allies and friends.
- A multi-generational congregation that welcomes families and individuals, LGBTQ persons, people of varying abilities, and of all races, ethnicities, nationalities, classes and cultures.
- Access to our listserv and members-only section on our website
Meaningful Worship Services and Programs
- Shabbat services on most Fridays and many Saturdays
- In-the-Park and Community Shabbat dinners
- A variety of adult education learning and sharing opportunities
- Inspiring Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and other holiday services
- Holiday celebrations including a meaningful and delicious community Passover seder
A Dynamic Education Program
- Growing Jewish Learning Experiences for K-7th graders
- Membership Dues can be waived for the first year
- An experiential BMitzvah program for 6th-7th graders
Support in times of need
- A caring circle for help during difficult life experiences
- A seasoned Bereavement support group
Opportunities for Social Action
- Social justice projects centered around justice in Israel and Palestine, food insecurity, and climate change
