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

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Shabbat at Mekor
Parshat Vayachel/Shabbat Parah
 22 Adar 5785     March 21-22, 2025

THE CENTER CITY ERUV IS DOWN THIS SHABBAT.
PLEASE PREPARE ACCORDINGLY!

Friday March 21
6:55am Shacharit,
6:56pm Candle Lighting Time
7:00pm Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat/Ma'ariv

Saturday March 22
9:15am Morning services, followed by Kiddush
10:30am MekorKids Mini-minyan
4:30pm Melachim Alef Learning at the Epstein-Kriger home
6:45pm Mincha/Third Meal/Ma'ariv/Havdalah
7:57pm 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, March 16 
8:30am Shacharit, followed by Bagels, Lox, Torah
6:50 pm Mincha/Ma'ariv*

Monday March 17
6:45am Shacharit
6:50pm Mincha/Ma'ariv*

Tuesday, March 18
6:55am Shacharit
6:50pm Mincha/Ma'ariv*
7:00pm Talmud 101 with Rabbi Gotlib
8:00pm Jewish Law Today - study group w/Rabbi Gotlib

Wednesday, March 19  
6:55am Shacharit
6:50pm Mincha/Ma'ariv*
7:00pm Zionism & the Jewish Future with Rabbi Gotlib (RSVP required)

Thursday, March 20
6:45am  Shacharit
6:50pm Mincha/Ma'ariv*

Friday, March 21
6:55am Shacharit, followed by Rabbi Hirsch's Parsha class
6:56pm Candle Lighting Time
​7:00pm Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat/Ma'ariv,

*At this time, weekday Mincha/Ma'ariv will only be held if at least 10 people sign up in advance.
To sign up, please email [email protected].

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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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