Greetings from our Rabbi:

The congregation of Union Temple is a diverse, yet closely knit, group of thoughtful and compassionate people who draw together in times of joy as well as times of sorrow. It has truly been a privilege for me to serve as Rabbi since 1992. On behalf of our congregational family, I invite you to celebrate our past, share our present, and be a part of shaping our future. Dr. Linda Henry Goodman

Union Temple Preschool

Open to all children in the community, the Union Temple Preschool is a morning program for two, three, and four year olds with some extended day options. Our dedicated, nurturing staff provides a child-centered environment with a curriculum enhanced by a Jewish perspective, and enrichment programs.

Who We Are

Union Temple is an egalitarian, inclusive Reform Congregation, spanning the generations. Founded in 1848 by a small group of German and Alsatian Jewish immigrants living in Williamsburg, since 1929 Union Temple has been located in a magnificent building at Grand Army Plaza. We are a house of worship, a house of study, and an intimate community of mutual support for our members. We reach out to the diverse communities of Brooklyn and warmly welcome individuals and all types of families to join us. As a congregation we are dedicated to Tikkun Olam, the repairing of our world, through the pursuit of social justice and active participation in the larger Jewish and general communities. Union Temple is a member congregation of the Union of Reform Judaism (URJ).

Benefits for Temple Members

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Shabbat and Yom Tov Services

Our services of prayer and song are conducted throughout the year, on Holy Days and Festivals, and on Shabbat evening and morning each week.

Brotherhood and Sisterhood

Members of both consist of diverse and dedicated individuals who come together to serve the temple, share experiences, and learn. In the course of activities ranging from Sukkah building to educational programs we find friendship and connection.

Religious School
For children in Pre-K through Grade 8, ours is comprehensive program of Hebrew and Judaica in a nurturing and creative environment that is sensitive to the diverse lifestyles of our community. We offer: Shalom Yoga Self-paced Hebrew Family Tefillah A new, weekly kindergarten class Student choir led by our Cantor. Bar/Bat Mitzvah training of the highest caliber with our Rabbi

Adult Education
The Adult Education program explores a wide range of subjects and seeks to both educate and provoke further thought. Rabbi Goodman leads seminars on ancient and modern Jewish themes. Additional programs have covered subjects as diverse as political issues and Jews in baseball.

The Shabbat schedule is as follows: Friday evening services are at 6:30 except on the 4th Friday of the the month when services are at 8 PM. On the First Friday of the month a child-friendly service is followed by a pot luck dinner. On Fourth Fridays, dinner is served at 7:00, followed by the 8:00 service and a program of entertainment or discussion. Tot Shabbat is held every Friday (except holidays) at 4:00 PM. Out if the ShabboxMusic Dance & Story Telling for pre-school children & parents. Happens the first 3 Saturdays of each month at 9:30am Shabbat morning study hevre convenes 9:00AM 10:30AM Saturday morning. Saturday morning services are held at 10:30 AM.

Social Action
Social Action is a central part of Union Temple's mission in pursuing Tikkun Olam, the reparation of our world. Educational forums on topical issues and the involvement of all our members in helping others are our main goals. We operate ongoing food and clothing drives and we also work with local and national organizations pursuing social justice.

Programs and Events

We join together through Adult Education, Brotherhood, Sisterhood, and the Social Action Committee for a wide variety of educational, social, and cultural activities including: Shabbat Morning Study Hevre Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah Class Notable Speakers Concerts Films Lectures Book Discussions Game Nights

Congregational Participation

Our Religious School students, our junior choir, adult Union Temple Singers, and our Brotherhood and Sisterhood, all assist in conducting the services at various times during the year. Music is an organic part of our services in the gifted hands of Student Cantor Emma Goldin and Temple Musician Shinae Kim, as they encourage congregants to participate actively in the musical life of the congregation.