Stephen Wise Free Synagogue
SWFS
One of the Jewish world's great thinkers, writers and podcasters, Liel Leibovitz discusses his ideological homelessness, Judaism’s life-changing potential, and the problem with American universities in the wake of October 7th. LISTEN + SUBSCRIBE Every other week, Rabbi Ammi Hirsch hosts intellectually honest conversations unpacking current events through the lens of Jewish wisdom. Unbound by […]
You’re invited to join us for Friday evening services at 6 p.m. followed by a special Shabbat reception where we’ll enjoy appetizers, good company and conversation after services in a warm and welcoming space! For questions, contact Rabbi Samantha Natov at adulted@swfs.org or (212) 877-4050, ext. 244. RSVP FOR RECEPTION We’re also proud to livestream […]
Gil Hoffman may not be a soldier fighting on Israel's military battlefield, but he is engaged in a different kind of battle... As the executive director of HonestReporting, Gil fights for Israel by exposing the abundance of inaccurate and sometimes malicious reporting in international media. If you're interested in learning the real story, join Gil […]
The NYC Shabbat Collective — a new Friday night experience for 20s and 30s! We're bringing together inspiring music, delicious food and drinks, and a vibrant community of Jews from across the city. Get ready to celebrate Shabbat like never before! 6:30 p.m. Happy Hour | 7:30 p.m. Musical Shabbat Service | 8:15 p.m. Dinner & […]
Welcome and celebrate Shabbat at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue! Our easy-to-follow services, accompanied by a full band, are inspiring and uplifting. We're also proud to livestream our services. Tune in on our website, Facebook or YouTube.
Join the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue community as we help feed our hungry neighbors by making sandwiches and packaging meals to fill NYC Community Fridges. Ingredients will be provided. RSVP We are looking for volunteers to help drive meals to NYC Community Fridges. If you are interested in driving, please email socialjustice@swfs.org.
On the eve of the Holocaust, more than 3 million Jews lived in Poland. Today, hundreds of Poles — with meager resources and on their own initiative — are devoted to preserving the memory and celebrating the culture of the Jews who once lived in their towns. Join Barbara Kirshenblatt-Gimblett, Ronald S. Lauder Chief Curator […]
Join us for a (virtual) panel discussion with our ECC educators, parents, and Rabbi Sam Natov to learn more about our Reggio Emilia-inspired school, our synagogue community, and why Stephen Wise Free Synagogue is such an incredible place for families! RSVP
Dr. Ora Hirsch Pescovitz is the president of Oakland University and was among the first to issue a statement condemning the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel. Rabbi Ammi Hirsch's older sister helps us understand the atmosphere on American college campuses today and why so many university administrations have tolerated a deteriorating situation for Jewish […]
Welcome and celebrate Shabbat at Stephen Wise Free Synagogue! Our easy-to-follow services, accompanied by a full band, are inspiring and uplifting. We're also proud to livestream our services. Tune in on our website, Facebook or YouTube.
Join Rabbis Ammiel Hirsch and Rena Rifkin and your fellow Stephen Wise members ahead of our historic March 21–29 mission to Israel to discuss the itinerary, travel plans, and important details. Travelers who cannot attend this in-person meeting should contact Isaiah Benedek at ibenedek@swfs.org or (212) 877- 4050, ext. 223, to arrange a separate briefing. […]
You’re invited to join us for Friday evening services at 6 p.m. followed by a special Shabbat reception where we’ll enjoy appetizers, good company and conversation after services in a warm and welcoming space! For questions, contact Rabbi Samantha Natov at adulted@swfs.org or (212) 877-4050, ext. 244. RSVP FOR RECEPTION We’re also proud to livestream […]
After the synagogue she leads was vandalized, Rabbi Diana Fersko — our member and former associate rabbi — made it her mission to speak out about antisemitism. In her new book, "We Need to Talk About Antisemitism," Rabbi Fersko provides readers of all ages the tools to understand and combat modern antisemitism through solidarity and hope. Since its release […]
Every other week, Rabbi Ammi Hirsch hosts intellectually honest conversations unpacking current events through the lens of Jewish wisdom. Unbound by politics and untethered by party lines, Ammi and his expert guests discuss everything from race and antisemitism to all the other issues that keep you up at night. This show is recorded from […]
Join us for Friday evening services at 6 p.m. followed by a special Shabbat reception featuring Israeli-themed bites, good company and conversation in a warm and welcoming space! Don't miss the fun Israeli dance session with our own Rabbi Rena Rifkin – it's open to anyone interested in learning or just having a good time! […]
30 West 68th St
New York, NY 10023
(212) 877-4050
info@swfs.org
