West End Synagogue seeks to develop, nurture, and transmit a Reconstructionist approach to Judaism by building an intellectually challenging, spiritually vibrant, and mutually supportive community.

Grounded in the principles of Reconstructionist Judaism, we celebrate the richness and diversity of Jewish tradition through study, prayer, meditation, music, and tikkun olam, or acts of repairing the world.

Our home, a former public library in the Lincoln Square neighborhood of the Upper West Side, provides a light-filled, intimate space for prayer, reflection, and learning. Our approach is informal and supportive of a wide range of religious backgrounds, practices, and beliefs. Under the leadership of Rabbi Emily Cohen and Cantor Melissa Berman, West End Synagogue continues to grow while maintaining its hallmark warmth and intimacy.  We welcome individuals and families with children of all ages, with our Shabbat programming geared towards children, and Jewish Family Life and Learning programs, including: Tot Shabbat, Hebrew School and Teen program. For adults, there are many opportunities to further Jewish learning, as well.

Our doors (physical and virtual) are open to all – we hope you will join us for a service or program!