If you're in Nashville and identify with Conservative Judaism, look no further…read more No really, because it is Nashville's only Conservative shul. But all joking aside, when the wife and I first moved to Nashville, we were very happy to have a larger Jewish community. We shopped around at a few different places, but at the end of the day, we felt so welcome here. From the second we made eye contact with the usher, he greeted us warmly, asked if we were kohanim, and when we said 'no', was quick to offer an aliyah to us immediately. At one of the Reform shuls we went to, nobody even said 'hi' to us the whole time we were there. We were really impressed. So, we met with the rabbi, who was canned shortly thereafter, but we made quite a few friends our age and discovered a really vibrant, welcoming community. They also have an amazing education program, it is hands-down the best Hebrew school in town and people from all of the different congregations in town send their kids here. Great facilities, too! And we just got a fantastic new cantor, too! Really devoted to education - truly goes above and beyond. And she has a good set of pipes, too! The last thing that I will say, is that in addition to the very strong, supportive community here, they also have been very welcoming to families, especially families with young children. It is not uncommon to see lively kids of all ages having fun and playing with friends in the hallways. They always seem to have a great kiddush every Shabbat too, which doesn't hurt either. Fantastic, safe, warm welcoming home - that's how I would describe West End.

What can one say about the only Conservative shul in Nashville? Its a warm place filled with good…read morepeople. Services are a nice blend of traditional liturgy and some that are only traditional to Nashville. Its had some ups and some downs over he past few years, but it is still a place that many of us like to call our religious home. Our religious school is one of the best around and does a wonderful job of educating our children and our lay and professional leadership works fairly well together. We're currently in another post/pre rabbi period, so I'm sure that will make some people wonder about us, but we still manage to have twice daily minyan (almost every day) along with Shabbat and holiday services and strong programming.

Have been a member since 2019. Rabbi Laurie and Rabbi Flip are excellent clergy, leaders, teachers…read moreand importantly, listeners. Cantor Josh is outstanding with his music, creativity and his relationship with the community.

Incredible music. Cantor is fantastic and inspiring. Very creative and inclusive community. Rabbi…read morewas thoughtful and engaging. Beautiful facility

Shalom! What a warm and welcoming congregation! Rabbi Ken & Frances Alpren are the leaders, who…read morehave a heart for Jews and Gentiles alike. I visited during Sukkot and was richly blessed by the service and teaching. They meet weekly on Shabbat (Saturday) at 11:00am.

From the owner: GROWING as a spiritual family in the knowledge & love of GOD through His Word and faith in Yeshua…read more(Jesus) the Messiah BRINGING new life in Yeshua to the House of Israel and to all Nations I Peter 2:5 Philippians 3:10 Romans 1:16

The Temple has a gorgeous building, but the people were NOT welcoming. Their membership director…read morewas handing out prayer books and greeted me and my fiance with an over-the-top pitch about membership. It was very Classical Reform in that no one was wearing kippot or tallit. Few people sang, some moved their lips with lyrics. It seemed to be a very passive congregation. The cantor, who had a wonderful voice, was not very inviting and it often felt more like a performance. I never thought this would be a complaint of mine, but I felt there was too much English. They read the translations to almost everything aloud, including the Sh'ma, which seemed unnecessary. They did not read names for those in the community in need of healing and they skipped Aleinu. Overall, not a great experience. I've been to worse, but definitely won't be repeating this experience.

congregation and staff were warm and welcoming. great to visit and attend a meaningful shabbatread more

The Gordon Jewish Community Center is one of the most vibrant JCC's in the country, with a fun,…read moreinteresting, and welcoming community. There I've attended unique photography shows, tasted the extra tasty Jewish version of Nashville Hot Chicken, and heard dynamic travel tales from some of the longtime members. This Sunday I'll be fortunate to attend a virtual author event put on by this JCC. If you're looking to experience real culture and community in the Greater Nashville area, I highly recommend scanning this JCC's online calendar or social media for a future lively in-person or virtual event.

From the owner: The Gordon Jewish Community Center is a vibrant, welcoming hub for connection, wellness, and…read morecommunity in Nashville. Open to individuals and families of all backgrounds, the J offers a wide range of programs, services, and spaces designed to support every stage of life. From our state-of-the-art fitness center and aquatics facilities to youth programs, early childhood education, summer camps, and cultural events, there is always something happening at the J. Members can enjoy group fitness classes, personal training, swim lessons, and family-friendly programming, all in a warm and inclusive environment. The Gordon JCC is also a gathering place for community events, holiday celebrations, and meaningful connections. Whether you're here to work out, connect with others, or find programs for your family, the J is a place to belong.