We are Congregation Mishkan Or, a Reform Jewish Synagogue whose name means “dwelling place of light” – a reflection of our warm and welcoming community. We offer meaningful opportunities for Jewish spiritual, learning and social experiences.
We value Tikkun Olam (Taking action to repair the world), Advocacy (Speaking for justice and standing for what’s right), and Inclusivity (every voice is respected and welcome here). We spread kindness and practice compassion through our actions, and embracing learning at every stage of life.
We invite you to join us and explore our meaningful opportunities for Jewish spiritual, learning, and social experiences.
Congregation Mishkan Or was established by the members of Anshe Chesed Fairmount Temple and The Temple-Tifereth Israel on July 1, 2024. History was made on March 6, 2024, when the members of both temples voted overwhelmingly to merge, officially uniting on July 1, 2024. With shared resources and new opportunities for worship, programming, education, community impact and more, Congregation Mishkan Or (“Dwelling Place of Light”) is home to almost 2,000 families.
We honor the histories of our founding congregations by building a stronger future together!
We welcome you!
“We are committed to honoring the rich traditions of our legacy congregations, while creating a dynamic and welcoming community through meaningful opportunities for spiritual growth and building connections with one another. Come join us and learn what we have to offer. We welcome you!”
- Julie Adler Raskind and Bruce Goodman, Board co-presidents
“We have two pillars of Reform Judaism in North America – venerable, historic, long-standing, strong, vibrant places – saying, let’s not just think about the Jewish future, let’s build that future, and let’s do it together.”
- Rabbi Rick Jacobs, president of the North American Union for Reform Judaism