Welcome to
​​Mekor Habracha
Center City Synagogue
Located at 1500 Walnut Street - Suite 206
(entrance on SW side of 15th Street)

Mekor Promo Video (Gala 2023)
Shabbat at Mekor
Parshat Vayishlach
 13 Kislev 5785     December 13-14, 2024
Friday Dec 13   
6:55am Shacharit
​4:17pm Candle Lighting Time
4:20pm Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat/Ma'ariv

Saturday Dec 14
9:15am Morning services, followed by Kiddush
4:00pm Mincha/Third Meal/Ma'ariv/Havdalah
5:18pm Shabbat ends
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​​Mishebeirach List
Add a name and we will say a Mishebeirach prayer for someone who is ill.
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Mekor Daily Minyan & Weekday Events 
​To confirm weekday services, RSVP to [email protected].
For more information about minyan scheduling, please see our services page.
Weekday morning and evening services are followed by a brief halacha insight from Rabbi Hirsch or Rabbi Gotlib (currently Hilchot Tefila.)
Additional Learning Programs are listed below.

Sunday December 15 
8:30am Shacharit, followed by Bagels, Lox, Torah
6:30pm Ma'ariv

Monday December 16
6:45am Shacharit
6:30 Ma'ariv

Tuesday December 17  
6:55am Shacharit
6:30pm Ma'ariv
8:00pm Jewish Law Today - study group w/Rabbi Gotlib

Wednesday December 18 
6:55am Shacharit
6:30pm Ma’ariv

Thursday December 19 
6:45am  Shacharit
7:15pm Ma'ariv
7:30pm Yud-Tet Kislev Shiur with Chesky Kopel

Friday December 20  
6:55am Shacharit
4:20pm Candle Lighting Time
4:20pm Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat/Ma'ariv
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Our Community

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Mekor Habracha  is a dynamic and inclusive congregation located in Center City, Philadelphia. Our membership is characterized by its diversity, representing individuals from all corners of the city. We warmly welcome visitors, whether they are local residents or from out-of-town.

Since its establishment in 2007, the Shul has drawn a diverse array of individuals, spanning students, young professionals, newlyweds, families, and empty nesters. We provide a wide spectrum of religious, educational, and social activities, along with numerous opportunities for community members to actively engage and participate. Continue Reading

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Our Rabbis
~ Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch,
​ Founding/Senior Rabbi
~ Rabbi Steven Gotlib, 
Associate Rabbi
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Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch

Rabbi Eliezer Hirsch has led the remarkable growth of our community since its inception. In his books, articles, sermons and classes, he connects the lessons of the Torah and Jewish holidays with insights for everyday life, emphasizing the Torah’s eternal relevance for Jews of all backgrounds.  Continue Reading

Rabbi Hirsch's Drashot & Classes (recorded on weekdays)

Drashot & Classes Podcast

RABBI Hirsch's books

new! Rabbi Hirsch's substack

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Mekor Habracha is a vibrant, warm, welcoming synagogue, which celebrates the richness of Torah and Jewish tradition, and the joy of friendship and community. Mekor Habracha is an extraordinary shul experience; please visit us and see for yourself! 
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