Temple Emanu-El's special Discovering Judaism pre-membership is designed to warmly embrace individuals who are actively engaged in the process of converting to Judaism, offering a welcoming environment that helps foster your personal growth on your Jewish journey while guiding you on your path towards full membership within the Emanu-El community.

Please note that the pre-membership is only for those actively pursuing conversion at Temple Emanu-El. Your clergy mentor will invite you to join once you are eligible, so please do not submit this form without a clergy invitation. 

First Year $500 for individual households | $660 for two-adult households

Includes:

• High Holy Day Tickets to Shir Chadash and Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur Morning Formal Services
• Member pricing for Streicker Center events and classes
• Invitations to the Discovering Judaism Shabbat Dinner(s) and Reception(s)
• Invitation to participate in all member receptions, programs, and events, including Gather Small Groups, The Well and Torah Study
• Invitation to participate in member volunteer programs, including Tikkun Olam and Sunday Lunch Program
• Once a student converts, the first year of full-priced temple membership would be free

Does not include:

• Member discount for Nursery School or Religious School tuition
• Please note that additional fees for lifecycle events may apply, including the Mikvah visit cost