Safety, Security & Policies
To help maintain the sanctity of our environment, we expect that all people using our facility or participating in our programs (members, participants, guests, and staff) are aware of and follow the policies listed below.
The following are not permitted on temple grounds and can result in expulsion:
- Angry, vulgar, or abusive language
- Harassment of other congregants, participants, members or staff
- Theft
- Damage or destruction of temple property
- Carrying or concealing weapons, objects, or devices that may be perceived as weapons
- Smoking or vaping
- Use or possession of illegal substances
- Aiding or abetting in the unauthorized entrance of any person
- Driving recklessly or above our campus speed limit of 5 mph
- Other conduct of an inappropriate, threatening, or offensive nature
Additionally, Shabbat and holidays are to be observed in a manner that is spiritual in quality and purpose and reflects the sanctity of the day, with all functions and activities on these days conducted according to the practice of Conservative Judaism.
The following are to be taken into consideration when worshiping at Temple Emanu-El:
- Men are requested to wear yarmulkes
- Phones/Cameras/Electronic Devices should not be used during Shabbat
- Only kosher food is permitted in the synagogue or served at congregation-sponsored functions
The congregants and leadership of TE have been warm and welcoming, and although we have only been members for a short time, TE already feels like home.
- Brittnay Alter 
Our family has found a second home at Temple Emanu-el. For us it is a place for meaningful worship; but also it's a vibrant community that caters to every member of our family. From enriching religious school programs and fun holiday celebrations for our kids, to engaging study sessions and social activities for my husband and me, there's always something happening at the Temple.
- Ruthie Nussbaum 
I can’t believe our Hebrew school journey has come to end. Thank you to all of our Morahs, the Rabbis, Cantor Singer, and Adam who have all made an impact on my Jewish values. I always love learning about where I come from and the traditions we keep. Not to mention the ice cream truck we get rewarded with at the end of the year has made it all worth it. But seriously, learning the stories of our people and seeing how they connect to the traditions my family observes during the holidays has given more meaning to those stories.
- Maya Kent 
I am blessed to have four generations active as members of Temple Emanu-El. Spending time here with my grandkids creating lifelong memories is a priceless gift.
- Robin Miller 
The first time I arrived on the Temple Emanu-El campus I could feel the vibrant and warm energy. I knew immediately that this is where I wanted my children and family to engage in their Jewish life. Since then, we have been blessed to watch our children move through the Temple’s Hebrew school and become Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. Jillian and I have built deep and meaningful friendships with fellow members and the clergy. The energy we felt at the beginning has grown to become a vibrant Jewish light.
- Daniel Herz 