The Israel Committee was established in 2004 in recognition of Congregation Sinai's value of supporting Israel as the Jewish Homeland. A relationship with Israel connects us to our history, religion, and culture. Knowledge of current Israeli politics and culture are important to the formation and sustenance of Jewish identity. The Israel Committee continuously explores ways to form connections, build relationships, and raise awareness of our connectedness with Israel.

In 2004, the committee’s first endeavor was to identify Emet V'Shalom (EVS) in Israel as our 'sister synagogue'.  The goals for this relationship have been to build a connection with the people of EVS, to heighten Congregation Sinai’s connection to Israel, and to raise awareness about the challenges Reform (Progressive) communities face in Israel.

Learn more about Emet V'Shalom by visiting their website.

If you are interested in participating in any of our programs, please contact Bobbi Rector at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Recent Israel Committee Events:

• Rose Bouquet Sales at Rosh Hashanah and Pesach
• Israeli wine tasting and food preparation for the Succot BBQ
• Apple picking trip to Barthel's Fruit farm immediately following Succot services and bag lunch at Sinai. Great family fun!
• URJ Regional Biennial Sinai presentation on Emet veShalom
• Annual 6th grade bake sale to benefit B’nei Mitzvah education at EVS
• Cafe Sinai nightclub featuring Achinoam Nini (Noa) on big screen DVD, Israeli food and wine.
• Observance of Yom Hazikaron (Israeli Memorial Day) and Yom Ha’atzma’ut (Israeli Independence Day)