Support for Jewish Religious Life

Chevra Kadisha

This group provides support after the death of a Jewish person. It makes sure all laws are properly observed between death and burial, working with local funeral homes for traditional Jewish funerals and burials.

jewishlehighvalley.org/directory/chevrah-kadisha

Eruv

An eruv surrounds much of Allentown’s West End and extends west beyond city limits to allow certain activities within its boundaries that are normally prohibited on Shabbat, particularly carrying objects. Find the eruv map at sonsofisrael.net/allentown-eruv.html.

Lehigh Valley Community Mikvah

The facility in Allentown features two mikvot (ritual baths) along with spa-like amenities, including two Jacuzzis, to prepare bathers. It also has a kelim mikvah, a smaller bath used to dunk metal and glass utensils. The facility is open to all Jewish men and women for a variety of ritual purposes.
lehighvalleymikvah.org

Lehigh Valley Kashrut Commission

The commission supervises and inspects kitchens and other facilities to certify that the food they offer labeled as kosher satisfies Jewish dietary laws.

lvkosher.org

Ten synagogues in the Lehigh Valley are home to Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, and Reconstructionist congregations, and the community offers support for various essential
Jewish ritual needs.

Synagogues

CONSERVATIVE

Congregation Brith Sholom

1190 West Macada Road, Bethlehem

This synagogue in the heart of the Lehigh Valley celebrates its beautiful traditional practices with a contemporary awareness. The community is intergenerational, and newcomers become friends and friends become family. From seniors to children, both couples and singles—everyone is encouraged to share their talents and viewpoints. There are opportunities to become involved, lead, socialize, and learn together. And the congregation claims some of the best cooks in the Valley!
610-866-8009, brithsholom.net

Temple Beth El

1305 Springhouse Road, Allentown

Temple Beth El is a warm, welcoming, egalitarian congregation offering educational, spiritual, and social opportunities for members of all ages and walks of life. It provides a nurturing environment in which all generations feel at home, sharing one another’s joys and sorrows. In the spirit of repairing the world, the congregation embraces the larger community.
610-435-3521, bethelallentown.org

ORTHODOX

Chabad Lubavitch of the Lehigh Valley

4457 Crackersport Road, Allentown

Chabad’s focus is on the spiritual and social needs of local Jews of all ages. The congregation is dedicated to furthering Jewish education at all levels in the hope that it will inspire you to explore your heritage and strengthen your Jewish connection. Acceptance of every Jew regardless of background or prior experience is the hallmark of Chabad’s philosophy.
610-351-6511, chabadlehighvalley.com

Congregation Beth Avraham

1424 Frost Hollow Road, Easton

The “Shul on the Banks of the Delaware” is new to the area and is building its congregation. Rooted between new times and old, Beth Avraham works to bring out the best of both. It is a place of learning, growing, and camaraderie to enhance the Jewish experience and offers courses and holiday and special events get-togethers.
rabbiyagod1@gmail.com

Congregation Sons of Israel

2715 West Tilghman Street, Allentown

Sons of Israel is a warm and welcoming modern Orthodox synagogue that serves the entire Lehigh Valley community. The congregation fosters an atmosphere of spirituality, observance, and individual growth. It is the only synagogue in the region to offer daily morning and evening minyans. A broad spectrum of educational programs appears on its calendar, and it supports a strong chesed (kindness) committee with a mission to invite every Jewish person to worship, study, and participate in the community.
610-433-6089, sonsofisrael.net

RECONSTRUCTIONIST

Congregation Am Haskalah

1190 West Macada Road, Bethlehem

Founded in 1977, Am Haskalah is a warm and welcoming congregation that aspires to be as diverse as the Jewish people itself. Members gather to connect with their Jewish heritage and one another, with each person bringing something essential to the table. The congregation features creative education, with personalized instruction available for adults and children, spirited discussions, and meaningful services. Rituals are led by both lay leaders and rabbis, blending traditional melodies with modern values, whether you participate in person or online. The congregation hosts several ongoing activities: spiritual writing, book club, Wandering Jews Dinner Club, Jewish meditation, and occasional guest speakers. All are welcome to come as they are, and the values-based, fair-share dues structure never excludes anyone.
610-435-3775, amhaskalah.org

REFORM

Congregation Bnai Shalom

1545 Bushkill Street, Easton

Bnai Shalom is a creative, inclusive congregation inviting all people to deepen their bonds with Judaism and to thrive in their personal journeys. Friday evening service leans toward the Reform tradition, while Shabbat and holiday services are more traditionally Conservative. There are social events and lifelong education for learners of all ages, including a customized, personalized B-mitzvah program for each child. Members and spiritual leaders share a vision of a diverse, dynamic, and welcoming community that offers many paths to Jewish involvement and enables everyone to support one another in their spiritual quests. The congregation is committed to honoring tradition while reimagining and innovating its practices to be accessible and relevant to 21st-century Jews and their families.
610-258-5354, bnaishalomeaston.org

Congregation Keneseth Israel

2227 Chew Street, Allentown

The members make this congregation what it is: a caring community committed to worship, wellness, education, and mitzvoth (charitable acts). Worship is meaningful and participatory, and people support one another during times of celebration and sadness. Through educational, worship, and social opportunities designed to meet the needs of a diverse community, members enjoy an environment where the exchange of ideas is encouraged. If you want a close-knit community and to play a part in shaping how a temple can help change the world, you are encouraged to join.
610-435-9074, kilv.org

Temple Israel of Lehighton

194 Bankway Street, Lehighton

Temple Israel of Lehighton is a warm, caring, and inclusive congregation in Carbon County, embodying the spirit of modern Judaism while honoring its rich traditions. Its practice is wide-ranging and pluralistic, where all are welcome. The sanctuary is a serene and beautiful space for prayer and reflection. Friendly faces greet newcomers and regulars alike, creating an atmosphere of genuine hospitality. The congregation is diverse, embracing individuals and families from all walks of life, and committed to fostering a sense of belonging. Through joyful holiday celebrations, meaningful social justice initiatives, and intimate Shabbat gatherings, Temple Israel of Lehighton stands as a beacon of warmth.
610-379-9591

Temple Shirat Shalom

Allentown

This a Reform congregation guided by tradition but not bound by it. What it does best is offer members a strong sense of community. They care about one another and make sure that everyone feels valued and respected. The temple offers all life-cycle events with a very personal touch. All Jews of all backgrounds are welcome. The goal is to excite members to the beauty of the Jewish tradition. The congregation is dedicated to lifelong Jewish learning, as well as making Torah study fun and accessible. Have you ever gone to services and felt alone in the congregation? That doesn’t happen at Temple Shirat Shalom.
610-428-3758

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