GLT is a warm and welcoming congregation. There are spiritual, social and religious activities for…read moreeveryone. We have an active Sisterhood, Chavurah groups, Membership Engagement events, learning and volunteer/Tikun Olam opportunities. Come for a Friday night Shabbat/Oneg or a Saturday morning service/Kiddush Lunch. You will be glad that you did.

I have found Gesher L'Torah to be a welcoming and diverse synagogue where there are traditional and…read morenon-traditional programs and events for people of all ages!

I just read a review from 2017 regarding Canter Adesnik who is no longer working at the synagogue…read morefor the last 3 years. We now have a cantorial soloist, Jessica Tillium who has a lovely voice and does not have the opera back that Cantor Adesnick had. Since the start of COVID-19, the sound system has improved greatly due to all of the live streaming that is done for people unable to travel to services as well as Chevrah Torah and other educational classes. I think the rabbis and staff do an excellent job of making the shul feel inclusive. At the beginning of services, we are asked to turn to a person(s) sitting near us to introduce ourselves to each other. Many of the people have personal name tags they wear who support Temple Emanu-El. There are temporary name tags for those people who are guests and members. I don't think it can get much more Hamish as it already is. Temple Emanu El reaches out to the surrounding community, other synagogues, churches, and the underprivileged who are trying to start their lives over again from the Mary Freedom Hall and local food pantry, non-profit thrift stores, The synagogue community does many more acts of justice and repairing the world. Come visit us on Friday evenings at 7:30 for Shabbat Services.

I have felt at home here since I walked through the doors. Everyone is so warm and welcoming. It is…read morebig enough to have something for everyone, but small enough for me to feel comfortable. I think this is very unique for a Reform synagogue in Atlanta. My kids love the religious school. If you are looking for a synagogue, you should definitely visit Temple Emanu-El.

I love Beth Hallel and consider it my second home. Rabbi Kevin Solomon is a true man of God, and…read morethe congregation is great. My hubby and I even went to Israel with the congregation before we became members, and it was a life-changing experience. The service is two hours, but it consists of prayer, worship, and a great message. I don't think it is long at all. When you are among great people and in the presence of God's people, who tracks time?

I have been a member of Beth Hallel since 2001. I have always singled out those that might be…read morevisiting. I want to make everyone comfortable. Yes the service is long and so is the sermon, however the needed time is used to bring the sermon to fruition. Come visit and reach out to others with any questions you might have. Shabbat Shalom!