United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism

United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism
AbbreviationUSCJ
FormationFebruary 23, 1913 (1913-02-23)[1]
FounderRabbi Dr. Solomon Schechter[2]
13-1659707[3]
Legal status501(c)(3) religious organization[3]
PurposeTo strengthen kehillot; to ensure there are thriving centers of Jewish practice across North America, Israel, and beyond that celebrate both tradition and contemporary life; to demonstrate what an authentic and dynamic Judaism looks like, inspire people to be a part of it, and advance its critical role in the world.[4]
Headquarters3080 Broadway,
New York, New York, U.S.
Coordinates40°45′03″N 73°58′16″W / 40.7507488°N 73.9710554°W / 40.7507488; -73.9710554
Region served
North America
Members
562 affiliated congregations[5]
Rabbi Jacob Bluementhal[6]
Andy Schaer[6]
AffiliationsConservative Judaism
Revenue (2022)
$12,404,867[5]
Expenses (2022)$12,214,528[5]
Websitewww.uscj.org
Formerly called
United Synagogue of America

The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism (USCJ) is the major congregational organization of Conservative Judaism in North America, and the largest Conservative Jewish communal body in the world. USCJ closely works with the Rabbinical Assembly, the international body of Conservative rabbis. It coordinates and assists the activities of its member communities on all levels.

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  3. ^ a b "United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism". Exempt Organizations Select Check. Internal Revenue Service. Retrieved November 21, 2016.
  4. ^ "About". United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. August 2021.
  5. ^ a b c "Consolidated Financial Statements, June 30, 2022 and 2021". The United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism and Affiliate. November 28, 2022.
  6. ^ a b "Executive Team". United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism. Retrieved January 23, 2023.

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