
Central Synagogue Podcast
This is the podcast/audio archive of Manhattan's historic Central Synagogue- featuring sermons, music, lectures and conversations. Central Synagogue works tirelessly toward a world in which Judaism is central to the lives of people everywhere and is a profound and positive force for humanity.
Latest episodes

Oct 27, 2023 • 23min
The Installation of Rabbi Andrew Kaplan Mandel - October 27, 2023
The installation of and sermon by Rabbi Andrew Kaplan Mandel, "Make and Believe"October 27, 2023

Oct 24, 2023 • 27min
MEDITATION: Rabbi Angela Buchdahl - October 24, 2023
Weekly Meditation led by Rabbi Angela BuchdahlOctober 254, 2023

Oct 20, 2023 • 14min
SERMON: Rabbi Ari Lorge - "A Dove Among Hawks"
Sermon by Rabbi Ari Lorge, "A Dove Among Hawks"October 20, 2023

Oct 13, 2023 • 17min
SERMON: Rabbi Angela Buchdahl - "Israel at War: In the Beginning There was the Word"
Sermon by Rabbi Angela Buchdahl, "Israel at War: In the Beginning there was the Word"October 13, 2023

Oct 3, 2023 • 11min
SERMON: Rabbi Sarah Berman -Days Are Scrolls | Yom Kippur 5784

Sep 29, 2023 • 14min
SERMON: Rabbi Joy Levitt - "Finding Joy"
Sermon by Rabbi Joy Levitt, "Finding Joy"September 29, 2023

Sep 25, 2023 • 15min
SERMON: Rabbi Andrew Kaplan Mandel - Illuminating Goodness | Yom Kippur 5784
Sermon by Rabbi Kaplan Mandel, "Illuminating Goodness" | Yom Kippur 5784

Sep 25, 2023 • 21min
SERMON: Rabbi Ari Lorge - Will the Messiah Get to York Avenue? | Yom Kippur 5784
The podcast explores the significance of the Messiah in Jewish beliefs, discussing Messianism in Judaism and its impact on the Jewish community, including the erosion of the separation of church and state. It also explores the concept of the Messiah and its importance in Judaism, emphasizing the need for a vision for an ideal society. The podcast concludes by highlighting the significance of rejecting intolerance and embracing a countervision of inclusivity and acts of kindness towards others.

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Sep 25, 2023 • 25min
SERMON: Rabbi Angela Buchdahl - Your People are My People | Kol Nidre 5784
Rabbi Angela Buchdahl discusses intermarriage in the Jewish community, emphasizing the need for acceptance and embracing. She challenges the pressure to marry within the Jewish community and shares the high intermarriage rate among non-Orthodox Jews. The chapter also discusses the importance of making conversion accessible and explores the essence of being Jewish. The speaker highlights the significance of unity and loyalty within the Jewish community.

Sep 24, 2023 • 18min
SERMON: Rabbi Hilly Haber - Lifting Up The Lamp | Kol Nidre 5784
Rabbi Hilly Haber delivers a sermon on immigration, discussing the impact of immigration on New York City's diversity and the challenges faced by newcomers. The podcast also highlights the efforts of the Central Synagogue community in supporting asylum seekers. Rabbi Hilly Haber reflects on the history of the Jewish people and the moral responsibility to provide refuge, urging listeners to uphold values and recognize individual talents.