Founded in 1986, Simchat Yisrael is a diverse and welcoming congregation serving greater New Haven and beyond. We embody a joyful commitment to Jewish life renewed in Yeshua, and a shared vision as:
A LEARNING COMMUNITY – A deep commitment to spiritual growth and discipleship through the study of Scripture and Jewish texts.
A DAVENING COMMUNITY – Encouraging a traditionally-rooted experience of Jewish liturgical prayer that is contemporary, meaningful, and empowered by the Spirit.
A SOCIALLY ENGAGED COMMUNITY – A mature and healthy spirituality is built upon loving God and one another, and we must engage locally and globally to serve others with acts of loving-kindness.
Purpose
We exist to:
Provide a spiritual home for those who are Jewish or intermarried.
Impart the holiness of Jewish life, renewed in Yeshua, to the next generation.
Welcome Jewish spiritual seekers.
We also include those from non-Jewish backgrounds who are called to support and participate in the life and destiny of the Jewish people.
Values
“Jewish life renewed in Yeshua.”
Loving God and One Another … fulfilling Yeshua’s great command.
Spiritual Renewal … through study, fellowship, and prayer/worship.
Unity in Diversity … we’re not all the same, and that’s OK!
Equipping Disciples to Serve … faith in action.
Deep Engagement with Jewish Life, Tradition, and Texts … valuing our Jewish foundation.
Reaching Israel and the Nations … sharing the love and truth of our Messiah.