924 Polk Blvd
Des Moines, IA 50312
515.255.1137

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Welcome Home

Tifereth Israel is a warm, welcoming, and thriving egalitarian Conservative congregation in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa. Since the synagogue’s founding in 1901, Tifereth has been a spiritual home for generations of Jewish families in Des Moines. At Tifereth Israel, your spirit will be invigorated by inspirational worship services conducted by our dynamic Rabbi. Your mind will be nourished by creative, interactive educational activities. Your soul will be nurtured by a compassionate, supportive, and lively Jewish community. Jewish traditions, old and new, are embraced at Tifereth. We honor diversity in all its forms and welcome to our synagogue Jewish people of all cultural backgrounds as well as interfaith and same-sex couples.

At Tifereth Israel, we look to Judaism to provide meaning and guidance in our daily lives.

At Tifereth Israel, Judaism is personal.

News & Events

Rejuvenation Celebration! — As a result of the generosity of numerous congregants and community members, the assistance of the Tifereth Israel Foundation, and the tireless efforts of our Revitalization Campaign Committee, we have reached our fundraising goal of $2.2 million dollars! The dream of a beautiful, modern, vibrant Tifereth synagogue building will soon be a reality and the process of selecting a contractor to begin construction is well underway.  However, it’s not too late to make a contribution!  Our fundraising continues in order to replenish the Tifereth Israel Foundation funds that will be used for this project. For more information, please see our Rejuvenation page.

Tisha b’Av Services — Tisha b’Av commemorates the destruction of the First and Second Temple as well as other tragedies in Jewish history.  During the service, we read from the Book of Lamentations.  The Tisha b’Av service is unlike any other.  Please join us on Monday, July 19th at 7:30pm to experience it for yourself.

Cantor Search — The search for Tifereth’s new cantor is underway!  Twelve interviews have been conducted and selected candidates are being invited to lead services and meet our community.  Check back soon for updates on the selection process.

One Iowa Interviews Rabbi Edelman-Blank — One Iowa, the state’s largest Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) advocacy organization, posted an article featuring an interview of Rabbi Edelman-Blank.  The article discusses Rabbi Edelman-Blank’s support for same-sex marriage and plans for greater outreach by Tifereth to the LGBT community.  Please enjoy reading the article entitled, “Rabbi Edelman-Blank: LGBT Individuals Welcome” on the One Iowa website.

To learn more about Tifereth Israel Synagogue, you are invited to read our monthly newsletter which contains additional information about upcoming events at Tifereth and in the Des Moines community, articles by Rabbi Steven Edelman-Blank and much more!  Please enjoy our July 2010 Bulletin, B’Shalom.