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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.
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.
Fri, February 7 2025
9 Sh'vat 5785
Upcoming Events
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Friday ,
FebFebruary 7 , 2025
Friday, Feb 7th 6:00p to 7:00p
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Friday ,
FebFebruary 7 , 2025
Friday, Feb 7th 7:15p to 8:30p
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2025
Shabbat, Feb 8th 9:30a to 12:00p
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2025
Shabbat, Feb 8th 10:00a to 12:00p
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2025
Shabbat, Feb 8th 11:00a to 12:00p
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Saturday ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2025
Shabbat, Feb 8th 12:30p to 3:00p
Site Stewards and YAMS Present Tu B'Shvat : Show Love to our Arboretum this Valentine's Day. Starting with an Oneg following Services plus indoor and outdoor activities; Rock Painting with a purpose Mulching and Pruning and Mulled Wine. Open to all ages. For more information, contact Mindy Maslin: mmaslin6049@gmail.com -
Saturday ,
FebFebruary 8 , 2025
Motzei Shabbat, Feb 8th 7:30p to 9:00p
Kedmah excavates the power and beauty of Mizrahi Jewish expression through ancient poetry and song. Their debut album, Simu Lev, was released in April 2024 on Rising Song Records. Led by Yoni Battat & Rabbi Yosef Goldman, Kedmah invites listeners to experience the spiritual and emotional depth of Middle Eastern piyyut (liturgical poetry) and the traditional Arab melodies that adorn them. We will close out Shabbat Shirah, the shabbat of song, with Kedmah in concert at Kol Tzedek. Co-sponsored by Let My People Sing!, Tribe12, Mishkan Shalom, and the Reconstructionist Rabbinical College. For more info and tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/simu-lev-kedmah-kol-tzedek -
Sunday ,
FebFebruary 9 , 2025
Sunday, Feb 9th 2:00p to 5:00p
Awakening to Earth’s Call through Soul Collage offers a quiet afternoon gathering of intuition-driven creativity, informed by the season and the moment in the Jewish year. Our theme for this brightening time of year is “Listen to the Trees”. Participants assemble collages from Mishkan’s collection of visual images; journaling and sharing allow the collages to unfold their personal meaning. SoulCollage© facilitator Francesca Cantarini will lead our session. -
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FebFebruary 10 , 2025
Monday, Feb 10th 8:00a to 9:00a
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Monday ,
FebFebruary 10 , 2025
Monday, Feb 10th 7:00p to 9:00p
CONTACT US
Mishkan Shalom, 4101 Freeland Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19128 | 215-508-0226
OFFICE HOURS
Monday though Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday, by appointment.
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