September 23, 2014 | General News

During these Ten Days of Teshuvah, of repentance and reflection, the clergy will be encouraging our congregants to take a few minutes each day to pray and support Israel.

September 21, 2014 | General News

During Shabbat worship on Friday, September 19, Central Synagogue celebrated the joyous and historic installation of Senior Rabbi Angela Warnick Buchdahl. The ceremony was led by Rabbi Peter J. Rubinstein, Rabbi Rick Jacobs, Rabbi Elka Abrahamson, and Central's clergy. The congregation was invited to share their blessings for Rabbi Buchdahl to mark this occasion, which were displayed during the service.

September 16, 2014 | General News

Each of our clergy shared their reflections for the new year in their holiday card to the congregation.

“Let us reflect together on our hopes for the new year…”

September 10, 2014

Ceremony Scheduled for September 19 Shabbat Services


New York, September 11, 2014 – Central Synagogue will officially install Rabbi Angela Warnick Buchdahl as its senior rabbi at an installation ceremony on Friday, September 19 during Shabbat services, which begin at 6 p.m. (EDT). Rabbi Buchdahl is well known to the congregation and the broader faith community of New York City, having served as the Synagogue’s senior cantor since 2006.

September 1, 2014 | General News

Dear Fellow Congregants,

The summer has come and gone and September is now upon us, with the High Holy Days not far behind.

The difficult situation in Israel and the Middle East has undoubtedly preoccupied and upset many of us over the past two months, as have the situations in Iraq, Ukraine, and elsewhere. Regardless, I hope you were able to find time to enjoy family and friends.

There has been much activity at Central over the summer in preparation for a busy fall. Here are some of the highlights…