Congregation Beth Sholom | Modern Orthodox Synagogue | Rochester, NY

Welcome to Congregation Beth Sholom, Rochester, New York’s largest Modern Orthodox and Zionist synagogue.  Led by our charismatic and inspirational spiritual leader, Rabbi Shaya Kilimnick, Congregation Beth Sholom offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere.  Our synagogue is a community resource for every member’s full life, from birth, to B'nei Mitzvah, marriage, and in times of need.

In the weekday Shemoneh Esrei, the silent prayer service, there is a blessing that focuses on the messianic dream. In the blessing we request that the Davidic dynasty will be established as the Royal leader of our people once again. If we are to look at the words of this blessing, we will notice an interesting formulation from our great Rabbis. The words say “Et Zemach David Avdecha Mehayra Tazmiach” “May the offshoot of your servant David soon flourish…” This petition to G-d implies that David’s offspring is willing and ready to become the Royal Leader, yet we are eagerly anticipating the moment when they will “flourish.”

Mazel tov to the 2011 Ambassadors of Humanity Awarad honorees:

Barry Gruber ~ Congregation Beth Sholom

Elliot Fix ~ Community

Leon Katzen ~ Israel

Please visit the Ambassadors of Humanity website and e-journal for more information.  Thank you to all the generous AOH sponsors!