Congregation Beth Israel Judea has a long and unique history.
The congregation was formed almost 50 years ago from the merger of two longtime San Francisco Jewish institutions: Congregation Beth Israel, founded in 1860 and then the oldest Conservative congregation west of the Mississippi, and the Reform Temple Judea, a young and growing Jewish community. The joined community created a fulfilling synthesis of traditional ritual and contemporary Jewish practice.
Located at the very southwest corner of San Francisco, Congregation Beth Israel Judea is noted for its beautiful sanctuary as well as lovely Fireside Room, used as a chapel and library.
The congregation shares classrooms with the Brandeis Hillel Day School, next door. The sharing is integrated into the very design of the facility; for example, the white boards in the classes rotate, with materials for Brandeis on one side and Beth Israel-Judea on the other.
The synagogue's location provides convenient freeway access for members in the City, Pacifica coastside and North Peninsula areas. Vistors enjoy a large, free parking lot, unique in San Francisco.