About Us

Kol Rinah is a dynamic, diverse, forward-looking congregation that welcomes all people interested in joining a community that embraces the tenets of Conservative Judaism through the study of Torah, meaningful worship, lifelong learning, tikkun olam (the sacred work of repairing the world). We are a vital, vibrant community with a joyous voice - the true meaning of 'kol' and 'rinah'! where generations gather to experience Jewish traditions in modern ways. 

We value the unique identities and experiences that every member brings to our community. Because many groups have historically faced marginalization in Jewish spaces, we want to explicitly state that we embrace Jews and the Jew curious, singles, couples and families, multi-faith & multicultural households, people of color, people who identify LGBTQ+ , people of all abilities, and more. We are always striving to create a community where everyone feels at home.  If there is anything we can do to make you more welcome or to accommodate your needs, please let us know.

 

Connect With Us
Our congregants are our greatest strength. There are multiple ways to more deeply engage with Kol Rinah, and all levels of involvement are appreciated and welcomed. Whether it is by joining a committee like Sisterhood or Brotherhood, volunteering for mitzvah projects, serving as a Shabbat greeter, taking a class or joining a discussion, attending minyan, hearing a special speaker, caring with Chesed, lending your voice or hands to a social action with Tzedek, making a memorial gift and much, much more. There is something for everyone.
More on our Connect page

 

Pray With Us
Our services are egalitarian and our prayer books utilize the most contemporary forms of Hebrew and English with additional commentary and literary enhancements. Members participate in all aspects of each service reflecting our intention to welcome and encourage comfortable engagement for all. Music is an integral part of our Friday evening Kabbalat Shabbat services, providing a joyful backdrop to prayer.

Services page  Lifecycle Events page

 

Services:
• Friday evening Kabbalat Shabbat musical services with instrumental accompaniment with 1st Friday Family Services
•  Monday – Friday 7am and 6pm on Zoom, with Thursday 7am in-person
• Sundays 8am and 6pm on Zoom
• Saturday Morning Shabbat Services 9am (Streaming included)
• Shabbat Mincha Service, Seudah Shlishit (third meal) and learning, Havdalah Service  (check calendar for times)

Shabbat Morning Services
It is our custom to wear head coverings and talitot (prayer shawls) during the Shabbat service; both are available if you do not have your own to bring. We reserve two rows in the sanctuary for people who prefer to wear a mask and sit with others that also wear masks. 
Children are welcome in our Shabbat service and we have services throughout the month for families with young and school-aged children. If your child needs a break, you may go to the Bill Solomon Gallery outside the sanctuary where we have books, busy bags, and some games for children.  Books and quiet games can also be brought into the sanctuary.
Shabbat page

Food and Dietary Laws
All the food we serve is kosher and we strive to meet dietary needs. Watch the calendar for kiddushes that are prepared by our Halls and Catering committee or catered. We also have Friday night dinners and special events throughout the year. We typically have food that is gluten free and dairy free at our kiddushes.

Learn and Grow With Us
Kol Rinah vigorously promotes intellectual curiosity and education for all ages. 

 

Monica Lynne Neidorff Early Childhood Center for children from all religious and ethnic backgrounds with a focus on Jewish education, (6 weeks through pre-K.)

Kol Rinah Education Hub (KoREH) is Sunday morning religious school for pre-K through 7th grade with Weekday afternoon Independent meetings, tutoring, and discussions. 

 

Community adult learning programs help us stay informed on Jewish and non-Jewish topics of interest.
Adult Learning video archive

Accessibility
We strive to have a building accessible to everyone.  There are no steps into the building and our sanctuary is on one level. Our elevator runs on Shabbat mode so different floors are accessible during Shabbat and holidays.
We have wheelchair accessible, all-gender restrooms on all floors, including right outside the sanctuary. If you would like to participate in a service but are not able to stand we have a seated height readers table.
Hearing assist devices are available to use in the sanctuary. Large magnifying glasses are available to assist with reading prayer books and other texts. Ask our greeter if you would like to use either of these devices.

Contact Us
Find out more from this website or calling the synagogue. In addition, Rabbi Noah Arnow is very accessible and would love to talk with you.  Please feel free to call him at the synagogue office.  We are eager to share our community with you.
Our office number and email: 314-727-1747 or office@kolrinahstl.org
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Kol Rinah
7701 Maryland Avenue
Clayton, Mo. 63105
314-727-1747
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