YPC Shari-Eli facts for kids
Quick facts for kids YPC Shari-Eli |
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YPC Shari-Eli synagogue, in 2015
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Conservative Judaism |
| Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Synagogue |
| Leadership | Rabbi Dr. Gail Glicksman |
| Status | Active |
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| Location | 728 West Moyamensing Avenue, Whitman, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19148 |
| Country | United States |
 Location in Philadelphia
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| Date established | 1948 (as a congregation) |
YPC Shari-Eli is a synagogue in Philadelphia, USA. It follows Conservative Judaism, a type of Jewish religious practice. People from the community lead the services. It started in 1948. YPC Shari-Eli is the only active Conservative synagogue in South Philadelphia located south of Snyder Avenue.
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History of YPC Shari-Eli
How the Synagogue Started
YPC Shari-Eli began in 1948. A group of younger members from another synagogue, Shaari Eliohu, wanted to form a new Conservative congregation. They were led by Kelman Israel. They moved into a building that used to be the Shaare Torah synagogue. This building is located at Franklin Street and Moyamensing Avenue.
Building Improvements
In 1953, the synagogue started a special fund. They wanted to collect money for their building. Their goal was to raise $25,000 for improvements. The synagogue building was updated in 1961. During this renovation, they changed the ceiling that opened to the women's balcony. They made it a permanent ceiling.
Leadership Over the Years
Israel Wolmark became the part-time rabbi in 1973. He served the congregation for about 30 years.
See Also
- History of the Jewish Quarter of Philadelphia
