Welcome

Thank you for visiting our Rodef Sholom Temple in Newport News, Virginia website. We are an egalitarian Conservative Jewish community of every age, every color, every LGBQ+, every perspective, and most of all everyone is welcome with open arms.

We like to learn about our faith, about our world, and about each other. We are served by our fabulous Rabbi David Eligberg, and supported by our professional team and many wonderful volunteers who strive to bring love and joy for Judaism into our midst every day.

Wherever you are on your path to or through Judaism, we hope you will check out our exciting calendar, and join us for one or more of our many opportunities to learn, share, and celebrate our faith.  I am looking forward to seeing you soon.

Guy Levy, RST President

What is Conservative Judaism?

Conservative Judaism is a dynamic Jewish practice where we blend tradition with modernity. Learn more here.

Our Mission

We are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive community rooted in the timeless principles of Conservative Judaism. Our mission is to honor tradition while embracing modernity, creating a spiritual home where individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences can come together in worship, learning, and fellowship.

We endeavor to:

• Promote Inclusivity.
• Deepen Spiritual Connection.
• Encourage Lifelong Learning.
• Support One Another.
• Engage in Tikkun Olam (repair and improve the world).
• Foster Interfaith Dialogue.

Diversity and Inclusion

RST affirms the diversity and inclusion vision of the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism and works to build a synagogue of belonging for congregants in alignment with the Movement’s values. We welcome the participation of interfaith couples and families, people of all abilities, backgrounds, and sexual and gender orientations.