Beth Israel
Founded in 1910, Beth Israel is a vibrant and caring community made up of 150 families. Following the rituals of contemporary Orthodox Judaism, Beth Israel offers a Talmud Torah and social programs for its youth, varied education programs for its adults, and a full suite of Shabbat and holiday services. The centrally-located synagogue includes a beautiful sanctuary, two social halls, kosher kitchen, and a mikvah. It also contains a well-stocked gift shop of Judaica items for all occasions. The Congregation has a particularly strong relationship with the Queen's Jewish student community.
| Rabbi: | Daniel Elkin |  |
| Contact Information: |
116 Center St. Kingston Ontario K7L 4E6 Phone: (613) 542-5012 Fax: (613) 542-9071 Email: bethisrl@kingston.net |
Iyr HaMelech
Iyr HaMelech is a liberal egalitarian congregation affiliated with the Reform movement. The congregation provides formal and informal religious services, educational programmes for adults and children, social action programming and social events for all ages. Activities are designed to enhance the spiritual lives of traditional and non-traditional family, senior, single, and student members. Iyr Hamelech warmly welcomes new members.
| Rabbi: | Michal Shekel |
| Services take place at: |
The KUF Building on 214 Concession St. For more information please contact: Anna Lilliman at 613-548-6374 or anna.lilliman@ontario.ca |
Holidays:
Both synagogues offer resources and services for all the Jewish holidays. From Hanukah pageants, to Passover seders, to Shabbat dinners, Kingston’s synagogues help keep our traditions alive. Please contact Beth Israel and Iyr HaMelech for more information.