Our Inclusive Community

In striving to be a sacred community, Temple Israel of Natick provides multiple entry points for the mind, spirit, and body. 

We aspire to be open and inclusive to all, to warmly embrace human beings of all races, genders, physical or intellectual abilities, sexual orientations, religions, and ways of interpreting their Jewish tradition. 

We are grateful for those who are of other faiths (or no faiths) who are an important part of our Early Learning Center, Religious School, and temple communities, and who support the Jewish education and journeys of partners and children.  Those of other faiths are welcome to attend all temple events, and can participate in services in the sanctuary in many ways and through a variety of honors.  

We are a safe place of Jewish worship and community for the LGBTQIA+ community and are aligned with organizations such as Keshet. Our clergy perform same-sex Jewish weddings on our bimah and in our community.  

We welcome the opportunity to join with families and individuals to create a relevant, spiritual, and accessible Jewish life. We welcome the active involvement of all in worship, in the social life of the congregation, in community service, and in temple leadership.  Our clergy, staff, and lay leadership are happy to meet with you to hear your ideas and discuss questions.