WELCOME TO MISHKAN ISRAEL
More than a place. We’re a community.
Serving the greater New Haven area since 1840, Congregation Mishkan Israel is a progressive Reform synagogue known for its demographically diverse, socially active congregation. Located in Hamden, we are a group of individuals who enjoy connecting with people who have an interest in spiritual growth, community involvement and celebration. We welcome you and hope that you will join us!
Coming Events
Caring Shawls
January 29 – 10:00 a.m.
Our Chevra Hands Caring Shawl Group is in action. The group makes shawls, lap quilts and blankets to give to newborns, seniors and others for whom being wrapped in love would be a comfort. Anyone interested is welcome.
Life Is Delicious
January 29 – 12:00 noon
LID will be cooking for Columbus House’s overflow shelter. This session is full but sign up now to help prepare for, cook, clean up or deliver at a future session.
Sunday Morning Yoga
January 29 – 9:45 a.m.
If you are interested in working up sweat, relieving stress,and experiencing deep relaxation, join us for Sunday morning yoga.
Eve’s Daughters
January 30 – 6:30 p.m.
This interfaith bible study class is for women from CMI and First Presbyterian Church, co-taught by Kinneret Chiel and Rev. Maria LaSala. This month’s program will be held at the church and be focused on “A Woman of Valor.”
Announcements
Reserve Now for Valentine’s Day
Need a great gift for Valentine’s Day? Reserve now for CMI’s Food & Wine Valentine’s Day Celebration featuring a 3 Course Tasting Menu with Wine Pairings. Reservations due by February 3. For more information and reservations, click here.
Yoga Class Starting
Are you looking for a way to relieve stress, work up a sweat, and experience deep relaxation. Our new Sunday morning yoga class is for you. Classes begin in January. More information is available here.
CMI Chorale Rehearsals
The CMI Chorale rehearses on Tuesdays 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Anyone in high school or older who would like to sing is welcome. For more information, contact Cantor Giglio.
Household Items Collection
In honor of Valentine’s Day, MIFYA (Mishkan Israel Families & Young Adults) is conducting their annual Share the Love collection of household items now through February 11. Read more →







