Temple Emanu-El is a warm and vibrant congregation in the heart of Sarasota. With just over 400 member households, we are large enough to be vital and small enough to feel like a family.

Founded March 11, 1956, Temple Emanu-El was the first Reform congregation in the area. We remain active members of the Union of Reform Judaism. Our sanctuary building was erected in 1961 and rests on 4.6 acres. There have been several additions over the years, including a beautiful renovation in 2000. We are located on McIntosh Road, across the street from the Jewish Federation campus.

The temple is a diverse congregation where everyone feels at home. Our retirees and young families are linked through an innovative Mishpucha program bringing generations together. We welcome interfaith couples, single parents, and other kind people seeking a Jewish home. We encourage a life of Torah, service of God, dedication to Israel, and responsibility for all humanity.

Temple Emanu-El is enjoying an exciting renaissance under the leadership of Rabbi Brenner Glickman. He brings a spirit of joy and warmth to our services, intelligence in his sermons, and caring and integrity in his daily conduct. Since his arrival five years ago, the congregation has grown substantially and the religious school has tripled in size.. The members are delighted that Rabbi Glickman will be with us for many years to come.