Welcome to Mishkan Shalom
Mishkan Shalom is a progressive, spiritual Jewish community that is radically welcoming, deeply caring, living our values and repairing the world.
We are affiliated with Reconstructing Judaism, the central organization of the evolving Reconstructionist movement.
Our congregation of approximately 250 households is located in an historic converted textile mill in the quiet Roxborough neighborhood of Philadelphia, close to the energetic Manayunk waterfront. While we are proud to call this area our home, our members come from all over the Greater Philadelphia region and beyond.
It would be our pleasure to have you get to know our unique community! We invite you to learn more about us through this website, or by contacting us directly at 215-508-0226.
Join Us for High Holy Day Services
We invite you to join us for High Holy Days 5785.
Mishkan Shalom is a progressive, spiritual Jewish community that holds at its core the principles of "avodah" (prayer), Torah (study) and "tikkun olam" (repairing the world). We are proud to continue our tradition of opening our doors wide during this season of prayer and reflection.
Our ticketless services are open to all, and child care is available. While no fees are required, you are invited to contribute to our sacred community.
> Learn more about and register for High Holy Day services.
Interested in Congregational School?
Mishkan Shalom is still enrolling students in our Congregational Hebrew School for 5784. The school year started in September, but it is OK to join us anytime.
As we lay the foundation for future generations, the Congregational School serves as one of the most significant expressions of Mishkan Shalom's values.
> Learn more about our Congregational School.
> Contact Director Holli Goldenberg.
Statements on Israel/Palestine
Read our complete statements on Israel-Palestine.
A Message From Rabbi Shawn
In 2013, when Mishkan Shalom entered a rabbinic transition, it was the only community that I, with my family’s support, felt called to explore serving as rabbi for. I am ever grateful for the realized opportunity to do so and continue to be able to bring my heart and soul to sacred service here and be invited to become more of the person I can be at the same time.
My background as a Canadian born, now dual citizen, and years working in socio-educational theater, film, consulting and training in Toronto, and since 1993 in Philadelphia (including four years in Cleveland during that time), pursuing rabbinic education and leadership, has all seamlessly contributed to the person I have become and am becoming. This has included over 30 years in Jewish men’s work, 14 years working for the Reconstructionist movement in congregational outreach and support and tikkun olam initiatives, and continuing to develop and co-lead programs in the areas of prayer leadership and Jewish spiritual direction.
That I get to serve as the spiritual leader of a dynamic and wonderful community such as Mishkan Shalom and bring my own sense of purpose and passion for justice into my leadership (and my music and spontaneity too), is an incredible blessing.
