Welcome to Temple of Israel
in Wilmington, North Carolina

Temple of Israel is your Reform Jewish home in the greater Wilmington, NC area. 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. There are many ways to get involved and we have a place for you in our community.

We look forward to meeting you at Shabbat service on Friday nights (now in person and online). 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!

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High Holy Days

We wish you a L’Shanah Tovah U’Mitukah (A Good and Sweet New Year). Please contact the office if you’d like 
to attend services in person. Zoom links for the services are below- click HERE for the full schedule.

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Restoration 150 Fund

THE RESTORATION IS ALMOST FINISHED!!!

After a successful fundraising campaign, we are so excited to announce that we are nearing the end of our renovations on our historic building at 4th and Market Streets. For the first time since 2019, we are holding High Holy Day services in our beautiful, historic sanctuary. 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. We appreciate any Additional contribution​s​​ to our campaign.

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

Judgment Days

Judgment Days jemerman September 21, 2023

Some label Rosh HaShanah and the period between the New Year and Yom Kippur as "Judgment Days," a time during which the trajectory of our lives for the coming year is reached.

Enhancing Mitzvot on Simchat Torah with Three Nature Crafts for Children

Enhancing Mitzvot on Simchat Torah with Three Nature Crafts for Children jemerman September 18, 2023

As summer changes to autumn in St. Louis, we seek ways to find nature-based connections...

Jewish Women at War: Golda, You're So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah

Jewish Women at War: Golda, You're So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah jemerman September 18, 2023

Two very different Jewish films have emerged on the 2023 late summer film scene. One depicts the trials and tribulations of a 75-year-old legislator during the greatest crisis of her life, the other portrays a 12-year-old girl on the cusp of adulthood.

Simple Ways to Make Yom Kippur Meaningful at Home with Young Children

Simple Ways to Make Yom Kippur Meaningful at Home with Young Children jemerman September 13, 2023

As the high holidays approach, we are reminded that there are so many meaningful Jewish moments to celebrate. Within the joy and ruach (spirit) of holidays like Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, and Simchat Torah, lies the solemn and serious Yom Kippur. There are a myriad of ways to make Yom Kippur meaningful for young children, for whom especially, Yom Kippur is not an easy holiday to understand.