Tikvat Israel is a Conservative synagogue affiliated with the United Synagogue of America and the Rabbinical Assembly. We remain true to Jewish traditions, yet as a modern Conservative congregation we are open to new ideas and new approaches to spiritual growth. For example, our Kabbalat Shabbat With Instruments is an uplifting, traditional Shabbat evening service that includes spirited melodies accompanied by guitar, piano, bass and percussion, and is extremely popular not only with our congregants but with others from around the area. Tikvat Israel is big enough to enable congregants to celebrate all life cycle events, but not so big that you will feel lost in a big box synagogue. Many adult congregants can step in to lead services or give a d’var Torah when the rabbi and cantor are away. However, if you want to simply follow along rather than lead, you will feel comfortable and supported.