IHC has been my family's synagogue in Indy for multiple generations. I moved to Denver a few months ago, and miss IHC and the community I found there all the time. It's a place of community, warmth, and acceptance. The clergy is kind, cares, stands up for their values, and thoughtful. They are searching for a new cantor currently as their dedicated and talented cantor of around 30 years is retiring, and the two Rabbis, Brett Krichiver and Scott Fox, are truly some of the most wonderful Rabbis I've ever known. They know how to thoughtfully and meaningfully engage with people. The current synagogue president brings a mindset of inclusivity to IHC that I loved. My boyfriend is Catholic, and was welcomed and felt comfortable from day one. He enjoyed attending Shabbat services almost as much as I did, and found meaning in sermons and religious conversations with clergy.
I was raised in an interfaith household and exposed to both Judaism via IHC and Catholicism. Even as a child and teenager, I felt welcomed and comfortable at IHC. As an adult, I have participated in the women's Passover seder, Friday night Shabbat services (especially Nefesh, it's the best!), IndyChai, the young professionals group, high holidays (FREE for members and non-members), various community services projects, and marched with other IHC and Indy Jewish community members in the Pride Parade. I have made lasting and meaningful friendships at IHC. I believe that no matter who you are and where you are in your life, you will find a place at IHC. read more