Emanuel, like most synagogues, is largely run by you and other members of the congregation. Some committees plan events, like Adult Education and Social Action; other committee meetings are events, like when the Garden Committee met last fall to plant bulbs in Emanuel's front yard. But all of them provide an easy way to get involved in the Congregation, meet new people, and generally help make Emanuel a living institution that is fun to be a part of. Without them we would be but bricks and mortar.

In short, get involved, meet new people, make a difference: join a committee!

Contact: Info@emanuelcong.org to volunteer to get involved with any of the following committees. Don't worry, there are additional short and long-term opportunities that are not on this list. Let us know what you can offer and we'll get you involved.

• Work to implement social justice programming and events with the Social Action Committee .
• The new Chesed Committee includes the Caring Committee and works to reach members during times of need and celebration.
• The Membership Committee helps Emanuel find and integrate new members into the community.
• Work with Jews by Choice, interfaith families, and those considering conversion on the Outreach Committee.
• The Ritual Committee works with our clergy to shape services and life cycle events in our congregation.
• Help with annual events such as the Auction, the Israel Bond Event and the Torah Project on the Fundraising Committee.
• The Adult Education Committee ensures that Jewish education isn't only for children.
• Parent representatives work with the staff on the Religious School Committee on programming and school issues.
• The Building and Grounds Committee offers work keeping the physical building maintained.