ABOUT BETH AM TEMPLE

A Reform Congregation

Beth Am Temple is a Reform congregation embracing Jewish tradition. Our name, which means “House of the People,” reflects the value we place on each and every member. We strive to enhance our worship services with creativity, while keeping our tradition fresh and meaningful today. Spanning communities in both Rockland and Bergen counties, Beth Am provides a spiritual and supportive home for congregants of varying lifestyles.

We offer Family Services, an acclaimed Religious School, extensive Adult Education, as well as diverse social and community-oriented programs for all ages. Since the founding of Beth Am Temple in 1963, our congregation has been committed to God, Torah, Israel, and the ethics and values of Reform Judaism. Central to our mission is caring for and about each other.

Beth Am Temple is a vital, young Reform congregation founded in 1963. Our beautiful bimah in the Sanctuary was renovated with Jerusalem stone in 2007. This reflects the Jewish tradition of praying while facing Jerusalem. Our new sanctuary seating has been installed and is in place for the High Holidays. Our new Religious School classrooms and offices were completed in 2001.

Conveniently located in Pearl River, New York, our members come from throughout Rockland County and Northern Bergen County. This geographical diversity enables both our children and our adult members to expand their relationships throughout the Jewish community.

As in any congregation, policies, ideas, and traditions have been developed over the years. However, our Rabbi, Temple Board and committees are open to new ideas and suggestions.

Our Temple is directed by an elected board to whom all committees report. Therefore, committee members make an extremely important contribution to the direction which our policies take. There is a place on all committees for all members and meetings are open to all members.

Welcome to Beth Am Temple! Please join us for a "tour" through our temple, its ritual practices and school.