The Orthodox Union has announced that Young Israel of Deerfield Beach has been accepted as a new member synagogue, joining hundreds of other synagogues throughout North America that enjoy the benefits of their affiliation with the OU. The announcement followed the approval of the OU’s Synagogue Standards Commission, which acted on the recommendation of the organization’s Executive Committee.
Martin Nachimson, president of the Orthodox Union, explained, “Young Israel of Deerfield Beach had expressed its wish to be part of an active Jewish organization which will be advantageous to the growth of its congregation and the Deerfield Beach Jewish community. It is a vibrant and growing synagogue looking to work together with the Orthodox Union.”
Rabbi Yisroel Edelman, the synagogue’s spiritual leader, declared, “The Young Israel of Deerfield Beach is looking forward to our partnership with the OU. The impact the OU has brought to Jewish communities throughout the country through its outreach and educational resources is enormous and we anticipate the same for our community in Deerfield Beach as well.”
Young Israel of Deerfield Beach is located at 202 Century Boulevard, Deerfield Beach. For more information call 954-571-3904.