Temple Judea Of Bucks County To Install New Spiritual Leader

FURLONG, PA — Temple Judea, the only Reform Jewish congregation in Central Bucks County, will install Andrew R. Sklarz, its new full-time rabbi, during an installation service on Dec.5.

In addition to the installation service at 6:30 p.m., on Friday, there will be programming featuring local officials, guest rabbis, and a brief presentation of the synagogue’s 66-year history. On Saturday, Dec. 6 there will be opportunities to learn and discuss with Rabbi Sklarz at a casual brunch following a short Sabbath service at 10:30 a.m., and at 5:30 p.m., a short service followed by a dinner with live jazz.

“This is such an exciting time for Temple Judea of Bucks County. As we welcome Rabbi Sklarz to our community with his combined credentials of spiritual leader, social worker, and educator, we are now in a strong position to support not only the Jewish population of Central Bucks County and beyond, but also those who hold the values of Reform Judaism in their hearts and souls," said Temple President Jerel Wohl. "As the world has changed since Oct. 7, Rabbi Sklarz has solidified our presence as a pillar in the community to bring healing to our world, with inclusivity of all being paramount in those who choose to live here."

Rabbi Sklarz is an ordained Reform rabbi from the Hebrew Union College, a social worker, and a certified Jewish religious educator, with his doctorate in divinity. He has served the Temple Judea community in a part-time capacity over the past two years and has sparked new life into the synagogue while demonstrating his strong commitment to the Jewish community and beyond.

Temple Judea of Bucks County is a Reform congregation offering a spiritual Jewish home and a vibrant, friendly, and welcoming community. Its dynamic programming includes weekly Shabbat services and Torah study, a lively religious school, an award-winning preschool, and year-round opportunities to celebrate Jewish holidays and lifecycle events. Additional programming for all ages includes social action activities, speakers, musical performances, participation in interfaith events and social gatherings.

Temple Judea was founded in 1959 as the first synagogue in Doylestown and remains the center of Jewish life in Bucks County. The synagogue moved into a new building in Furlong in 2013. It is located at 38 Rogers Road, Furlong 18925.

A link to the installation events and sponsorship opportunities can be found at www.templejudea.org/calendar .