Mishkon Tephilo Congregation
Venice, California
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About Mishkon Tephilo Congregation
Mishkon Tephilo Congregation is the historic heart of Jewish life in Venice, located just a few blocks from the ocean. This warm and welcoming community serves those seeking to celebrate holidays, find Jewish education for their children, plan life-cycle events, or discover a spiritual home. Led by Rabbi Katzan and supported by dedicated lay leaders, staff, and teachers, Mishkon offers a variety of services including Shabbat morning worship, Friday evening Kabbalat Shabbat services, seasonal beach celebrations, and High Holy Day observances. The congregation also operates a preschool and religious school, reflecting its commitment to nurturing Jewish life across all ages and experience levels.
First-Time Visitor Info for Mishkon Tephilo Congregation
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Shabbat morning services are warm and engaging, held in-person on Saturday mornings at 9:30 AM, with opportunities for community members to lead parts of the service and read from the weekly Torah portion. Friday evening Kabbalat Shabbat services are offered online via Zoom at 6:00 PM, featuring song and sharing. Summer Shabbat on the Beach services are held at Santa Monica Beach on Friday evenings at 5:30 PM. Visitor Tips: All are welcome to attend services; no prior Hebrew knowledge is required. The community encourages visitors to stay for kiddush after Saturday morning services. Services are available via livestream, and the congregation maintains an active calendar of events, educational programs, and life-cycle celebrations.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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