Silver Flower Heart

The heart of San Diego's Jewish community turns 150

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And the sand-colored complex that opened in 2001 is an award-winning beauty in University City, closer to the county’s geographic center, reflecting Beth Israel’s position as a trailblazer at the heart of San Diego’s Jewish community. Or lay leaders like Emily Jennewein, the current congregation president, who stresses Beth Israel’s eagerness to open its doors to men and women, Jews and non-Jews: “We are completely accepting of anyone who wants to worship with us. ”. You can learn a lot about Congregation Beth Israel’s 150-year epic by touring its three homes. Congregants like Jerry Sampson, say, who never fail to greet newcomers. The 1889 redwood building, now occupying Old Town’s Heritage Park, is functional and sturdy, a fitting home for a rugged pioneer band.

Source: SignOnSanDiego.com