Temple Emmanuel is a community of connections and relationships. We are dedicated to nurturing a sacred community bound by shared values that deepen our ties with one another, our Emmanuel Temple family, and our Jewish heritage. Discover numerous avenues to engage with our community, whether it’s through contributing to a committee, becoming a member of a social group, or volunteering in our compassionate community, providing aid and solidarity to others. If you require assistance, know that we’re here for you. Share your expertise, connect with kindred spirits, or venture into fresh opportunities to engage with our community. We eagerly anticipate your involvement.
If you’d like information on which committees currently need volunteers, please get in touch with Susan Silbovitz.
By-Laws
Recommends changes and additions to the synagogue’s By-laws to the Board of Directors.
Book Club
TBD.
Cemetery
Temple Emmanuel Cemetery is located on Lakeside Ave, Wakefield, MA, and is open to visitors Sunday through Friday, from dawn until dusk. The Temple Emmanuel Cemetery Committee oversees the cemetery, including its finances and the availability of gravesites for Temple members. Learn More …
Continuing Education
Coordinates with the rabbi in efforts to ensure educational opportunities for Temple members by providing interesting and educational programs and manages operations of the Temple Library. Learn More …
House, Building, and Grounds
Responsible for overseeing the upkeep and maintenance of Temple Emmanuel’s physical infrastructure, encompassing a range of tasks from cleaning and landscaping to HVAC management.
Fiscal Affairs
The committee assists the Treasurer(s) in collecting all monies due to the Temple, oversees the annual allocation of the Temple Emanuel Endowment, and monitors its investments in the investment of monies of the Temple. Reviews the Congregation’s financial statements, books, records, and accounting systems and reports its findings and recommendations to the Board of Directors.
Function
Responsible for the schedule coordination of all functions in and about the Temple, all applications, and contracts for the use of the Temple.
Publicity
Oversees the increasing awareness of and appreciation for the Synagogue amongst its members and the larger community through social media and print news and properly publicizes the activities of the Temple.
Membership & Strategic Planning
Responsible for overseeing the upkeep and maintenance of Temple Emmanuel’s physical infrastructure, encompassing a range of tasks from cleaning and landscaping to HVAC management.
Ritual
Oversees all religious services of the Congregation and formulates rules and regulations for all such services. Acts as a sounding board for the Rabbi and other officials on policies about ritual practice and, helps develop policies on these matters, maintains the Yahrzeit List and the Yizkor Book.
School and Youth Services
Oversees the operation of the Religious CHAI School and youth activities, subject to the Board of Directors’ approval. Responsible for formulating the policies for the conduct of the affairs of the school, hiring teachers, approval of the curriculum, program festivals, confirmations, and other school events.
Technology
Responsible for the acquisition, installation, usage, and upkeep of computers, phones, and other electronic devices to be provided by and used by the Temple. The committee also oversees the establishment, execution, and management of the Temple’s electronic social media presence.
Ways and Means
Responsible for fundraising activities of the Temple Emmanuel and formulated policy and rates for space renting, for Israel Bonds, and such other means as may be approved by the Board.