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Congregation Bnai Emunah - San Francisco, CA
Name: Congregation B’nai Emunah
Address: 3595 Taraval, San Francisco, CA 94116
Denominational affiliation: Conservative
Member units (households): 100-200
What percentage of members are older than 50? Approximately 60%
How many people attend a regular Shabbat service? Between 25 and 30 on Saturday mornings, and usually between 10-15 on Fridays.
Length of typical Shabbat morning service? 3 hours
Shabbat dress code: Casual
Daily services?
Does your synagogue have its own building? If not, where do you meet for services? Yes, we have our own building.
Is there an opportunity to socialize after services? Yes, always.
Language of service: Hebrew and English.
Is another language offered in the prayer book? English.
Children’s programming: Monthly tot Shabbats, and special children’s services at holidays like Hannukah, Purim, Sukkot, etc.
Accessibility for people with disabilities: Not yet.
Are services streamed online? No.
Are the rabbi’s sermons available online? No.
Percentage of members in interfaith marriages? About 30%
Will the rabbi officiate at an interfaith wedding? Will he/she attend one? Will not officiate, will attend.
Are there distinct roles for men and women in your synagogue? No, we are fully egalitarian.
