Welcome to Temple of Israel
in Wilmington, North Carolina

Temple of Israel is your Reform Jewish home in Southeastern North Carolina. Come celebrate Jewish life with us! We offer varied weekly activities including Shabbat services, religious school for children, education for learners of all ages, social action programs and social events. Whether you are here to learn, grow, pray or connect, there are many ways to get involved and we have a place for you in our community.

We look forward to meeting you at a Shabbat service on Friday nights at 7pm (now in person and online) or one of our educational, social action or social events. Please check out our events listings below to learn more, and feel free to contact us HERE for more information. We look forward to welcoming you!

TEMPLE COVID POLICY UPDATE 

Temple of Israel will currently be holding Shabbat Services both in-person at the Reibman Center and online via Zoom and Facebook.  

As a reflection of the Jewish imperative of “pikuach nefesh,” we encourage everyone to be fully vaccinated or wear a mask while inside the building.

   Support the Temple Ukrainian Fund

Donate to help Ukrainian Refugees

   Temple Yard Sale

All proceeds go to the
preservation and future needs of
our historic Temple of Israel and
the Reibman Center

We need your items! Click here to find out more. 

For details on the yard sale, click here


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Restoration 150 Fund

“THE RESTORATION HAS BEGUN!!”

RESTORING THE HISTORIC TEMPLE OF ISRAEL BUILDING

IN WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA

After a successful fundraising campaign, we are so excited to announce the beginning of renovations on our historic building at 4th and Market Streets. We are hopeful renovations will be completed this summer. To learn more about our wonderful sacred space, click HERE.

We ​are grateful for the generosity of our many donors who have participated ​thus far. Additional contribution​s​​ to our campaign are greatly appreciated.

To show your support: Mail a check to Temple of Israel, 922 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, Attn: Restoration 150 Fund or

  • Click the box below to donate!

For more information on the Restoration 150 Fund, click HERE. 

Check out our archives to see 
what we’ve
been up to
this year.

Bulletin Archives

From the Union For Reform Judaism / Reform Movement

Jewish Camp, Our God Journeys, and Adding Faith to Our Checklists

Jewish Camp, Our God Journeys, and Adding Faith to Our Checklists kbkaput June 7, 2023

As I contemplate how God manifests in our lives, I’m struck by the value of faith not only in God, nature, and other unknown universal forces, but also by faith in each other as we all strive for a life filled with meaning, purpose, and joy.

Building Bridges, Sharing Cultures: Connecting Indigenous Communities and Canadian Reform Congregations

Building Bridges, Sharing Cultures: Connecting Indigenous Communities and Canadian Reform Congregations jemerman June 6, 2023

It’s been a decade since the Union for Reform Judaism passed its Resolution on First Nations, which affirmed, in part, the URJ’s support of the right of Canada's First Nations community to self-determination and encouraged Canadian congregations to develop relationships with First Nations communities.

Navigating Infertility: Resources, Reflections, and Rituals

Navigating Infertility: Resources, Reflections, and Rituals jemerman June 1, 2023

When you’re experiencing infertility, it can be all too easy to feel like you’re completely alone. As the world moves around you, bustling with adorable children and pregnant friends, you may feel like you’re the only person who wants to be a parent and has yet to see it happen.

Modern-Day Yenta Makes The Perfect Match On Netflix

Modern-Day Yenta Makes The Perfect Match On Netflix jemerman May 19, 2023

As someone who mostly steers clear of reality television in favor of more premium (read: snobbier) fare, I was a little hesitant to check out Netflix’s new reality series, "Jewish Matchmaking."