Our Building
In 1925, the Congregation's first synagogue was constructed on the corner of Broad Avenue and Edsall Boulevard. The synagogue remained at that location until moving to the current spot in 1965.
The colorful windows appear to be as if they were stained glass, but are actually held together without lead and are sandwiched between clear glass. They were created in memory of the Six Million who perished during the Holocaust, and show a dove, pierced by a lance and surrounded by flames. The Ark hangs on the wall rather than standing on the floor. This is meant to remind the viewer of the portability that was characteristic of the Ark of the Covenant that accompanied the Israelites in the desert on their journey from Egypt to the Land of Canaan.
At the entrance to the Synagogue stand two sculptures made and donated by Albert Gross. They are made of stainless steel, and are intended to remind the viewer of a Torah and of the world. It is as if to say that the world is one under God's domain.
The beautiful Tree of Life that adorns the outer foyer area was constructed and dedicated in 1965, at the time the present building was occupied. Many of the members of the synagogue, both past and present, are remembered on the Tree of Life.