Shearith Israel SISterhood Homepage

The SISterhood of Congregation Shearith Israel is open to all Jewish women. We are affiliated with the Women’s League for Conservative Judaism and are part of the newly formed IntraContinental Region. The purpose of our organization is best expressed through our Mission Statement, R.U.A.C.H:


R: Reach out to all members to create a feeling of belonging
U: Unite women through study, prayer, community service and social activities
A: Address issues of interest to women
C: Continue to foster knowledge of Israel and Judaism in the home and community
H: Help support the Synagogue and Torah Fund

To fulfill our mission, we schedule a number of exciting and innovative programs on a variety
of topics relavent to all women. Our membership is comprised of a multigenerational population who differ in age, marital status, and occupations. You can become acquainted with some of our members by viewing SISterhood Spotlight. In consideration of all members, we offer both day and evening activities (please click on the Event Calendar Link). Additionally, we invite you to participate in one of our Special Interest Groups (SIG). These are small clusters designed to provide an opportunity for women to share a common interest with other SISterhood members in a more intimate setting. Some of our groups include: Adult Education, Bridge, Mah Jongg, Movies, and Senior Sisters. For details, click on the SIG Link.

SISterhood is proud of the many ways we are able to support the synagogue. This is possible
as a result of several fundraising efforts, but primarily through our High Holiday Booklet and the annual Major Fundraising Event. With the monies raised, SISterhood makes some major purchases for our congregation as well as offers tremendous support to our youth in the Religious School. Please view the Fundraising Link to see the many ways SISterhood gives back to our shul community.

Our newly renovated Judaica Shop, The Gallery, is conveniently located within the synagogue. Just down the mail hall from the beautiful Beck Sanctuary, The Gallery carries a large selection of Judaica and giftware items, all reasonably priced and easily accessible to our congregants. For store hours and specific inquiries, click on the The Gallery Link.

As members of Women’s League for Conservative Judaism, we are invited to contribute to Torah Fund. This fund supports the institutions of the Conservative Movement to ensure future rabbis, cantors and educators. Although our promotion runs throughout the year, we culminate the campaign by hosting a special annual event where we pay tribute to a designated honoree within our shul. To learn more about Torah Fund, click on the link.

SISterhood is constantly striving to grow and improve as an organization. We always welcome new members and encourage your involvement, contribution, and input by volunteering your
time and enthusiasm. To learn about ways in which you can help, please click on the Volunteer Opportunitiesl link. We are motivated to make women feel comfortable and connected, not
only to SISterhood, but our synagogue. We invite you to become an active participant in this vital organization within our shul. To find out how you can become a member of SISterhood, click on the Membership Link.