Welcome to Congregation B’nai Jeshurun ~ The South Street Temple.
We are dedicated to social action following the Jewish tenet of tikkun olam, repairing the world.

 

We strive to be a welcoming and inclusive congregation in the Lincoln community.
If you would like to learn more about our programs and services, or to arrange a visit, please contact office@southstreettemple.org.
Whether you are a long-time resident of Lincoln or just moved here, we look forward to the opportunity to meet you.

 

To learn more about the Jewish Community of Lincoln, visit the new JewishLNK.org website.

For the convenience of our congregants and guests, we have a live stream of our services weekly. To participate, use the link below. 

Shabbat and Holiday Worship information can be found on our Worship page.

 

 

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Click below to participate in South Street Temple services from anywhere. We offer live streaming every Friday night and on holidays. 

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From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Winterfaith

Winterfaith jemerman

Hanukkah
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"Winterfaith" seems a much more apt description for me than "interfaith." We're not observing two religions; I was raised Jewish, and my partner was not. Together, we are raising our children as Jewish campers, and even after 15+ years of our relationship, 11 of which with at least one child, the winter holidays are when our "interfaith" background proves to be the most challenging.

Teens Leading Change: The Power of NFTY on Fostering an Innovative Spirit

Teens Leading Change: The Power of NFTY on Fostering an Innovative Spirit jemerman

teens
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NFTY has long been a catalyst for teen leadership and social change. Two remarkable teens, Maccabee Anderson and Lucy Targum, embody the innovative spirit and commitment to being the change they wish to see in the Jewish world and beyond.

Jewish Stories to Curl Up with This Winter

Jewish Stories to Curl Up with This Winter jemerman

Arts and Culture
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A truly cozy read, in my opinion, is defined by its ability to keep me present. As the definition of cozy reading is subjective, I've compiled a list of Jewish cozy reads spanning a few genres. Wrap yourself up in your favorite blanket, turn the kettle on, and let's get started.

10 Yiddish Words and Phrases to Love

10 Yiddish Words and Phrases to Love jemerman

Yiddish
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In recent years, Yiddish has experienced a remarkable resurgence. Whether you're reconnecting with your heritage or exploring linguistic quirks, Yiddish offers rich expressions to spice up conversations. Here are 10 phrases you should know and use to participate in the Yiddish resurgence.

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