News From Central
News From Central
General News
April 1, 2014 | General News
A Look at Our History: Making Matzah
Concern to have adequate matzah for all to properly celebrate Passover has been of interest to our congregation since the 1850s. Central’s Religious School students have participated in making matzah from time to time.
Read MoreMarch 5, 2014 | General News
A Look at Our History: Purim 1963
This year in March we celebrate Purim, the holiday during which we reenact the tale of the courage of Esther to save the Jews. In this 1963 photograph, Central Synagogue’s Religious School students dressed in their costumes for their performance.
Read MoreMarch 4, 2014 | General News
Our New Senior Cantor
I am delighted to share with you the wonderful news that Central Synagogue has named Cantor Mo Glazman as our next Senior Cantor, effective July 1, 2014!
Read MoreMarch 3, 2014 | General News | Repairing the World
Benjamin Susser: Tikkun Olam on His Bar Mitzvah
Ask recent bar mitzvah Benjamin Susser about his extensive involvement with Central Synagogue’s Caring Committee, and he responds simply and with intention: “Being a mensch is who I want to be as a Jew.” His care for the less fortunate appears entirely effortless, a central part of his Jewish identity.
Read MoreNews by category
Contact
Please direct all press inquiries to Central’s Communications Department via email at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), or phone at (212) 838-5122 x2031.