Welcome to STAR
STAR (Synagogues: Transformation And Renewal) helps synagogues deepen their connection with the American Jewish community.
As a national thought leader, STAR bridges the chasm between the American Jewish community and the synagogue through congregational innovation and leadership development.
Use the STAR Initiatives menu above to check out individual programs and initiatives.
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STAR Announces
Meet the Schusterman Rabbinical Fellows and learn more about this first-of-its-kind partnership between HUC-JIR and JTS. Read about it in The Jerusalem Post, on the JTA blog, and at NEW www.jta.org.
Interested in long-range synagogue planning? Learn more or download recent reports.
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Network News
LIVE in SF! "Creating a Culture of Volunteer Engagement" workshop, Sunday, September 7th
12:30 until 5:00 p.m. NO CHARGE for all Synaplex congregations. STAR consultant and volunteer expert, Jill Friedman Fixler will lead this interactive, dynamic session. Space is limited.
For more information or to RSVP please email either
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If you’re
a Synaplex participant, you are eligible to take part in special learning
teleconferences and webinars. Click "Read more..." below.
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STAR's Newest Initiatives
The Schusterman Rabbinical Fellowship's main goal is to develop a cadre of visionary rabbinic leaders who will create vibrant, inclusive synagogue
communities. Learn more.
The Synagogue
Consultancy Project is developing a group of pro bono consultants
to provide assistance to synagogues in the New York metropolitan area. Learn more.
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Celebrate Shabbat with a Synaplex™ synagogue
Synaplex synagogues are celebrating Shabbat in ways that enrich our lives and lift our spirits. From coast to coast and in Canada, there are now over 195 Synaplex congregations. Find one for yourself, today!
Did you know that your congregation can join Synaplex at no cost? Join us for an informational conference call, or simply call or
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us anytime. We'd love to hear from you and fill you in on how Synaplex could benefit your congregation.
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The STAR Blog
Join the CO-STAR conversation! It's lively, informative and provocative.
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