Temple Sinai (dba First Hebrew Congregation of Oakland) Email Format
Religious InstitutionsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Temple Sinai, also known as the First Hebrew Congregation of Oakland, is a Jewish congregation located in Oakland in the East Bay. Founded in 1875, it is the oldest synagogue in the East Bay. Serving about 1,000 households, the community offers a range of services and programs, with clergy who lead worship, teach classes, provide pastoral care, visit the sick, and officiate lifecycle events. Its social action initiatives reflect a commitment to Tikkun Olam, the repair of the world. The membership includes Jews by birth and by choice, interfaith families, and others exploring Judaism, with singles and families of diverse configurations, and the group emphasizes accessibility for people with disabilities.