About Us
Temple Israel, generally referred to as "Temple," is an urban congregation dedicated to serving a diverse community. Temple Israel was the first synagogue established in Minneapolis and is now one of the ten largest congregations in the United States.
At Temple Israel, we celebrate our rich diversity as a congregation, a vibrant community comprised of many smaller communities. Inter-faith families find us to be an open and warm congregation. There is a place for everyone to belong at Temple Israel. Please join us in celebrating and exploring Reform Judaism.
At Temple Israel, Jewish wisdom inspires us as we navigate and improve our ever-changing world. Read more about our history.
Mission, Vision, Values
Mission
At Temple Israel, Jewish wisdom inspires us as we navigate and improve our ever-changing world.
Vision
The vision of Temple Israel is to be a world leader of innovative Jewish community.
Values
The values we lead with at Temple Israel are
Kedusha (Believing): Our beliefs and experience of the sacred evolve through individual reflection, meaningful ritual, and shared experience with our diverse community.
Ma'asim (Acting): Our actions are influenced by a commitment to tzedakah, tradition, and openness to reinvention in our ongoing pursuit of justice.
Kehillah (Belonging): Our sense of belonging is cultivated by participating in a committed, welcoming, and inclusive community that is there for each of us wherever we are on our journey and whenever we need it.