About

Congregation Sukkat Shalom (CSS) is home to more than 35 families and is the center for Jewish life in Southeast Alaska. While we do not have a full-time rabbi in Juneau, we are fortunate enough to host student rabbi each year on a monthly basis.

“Juneau is a melting pot and so is our Jewish community. Being so far from many of our extended families and childhood synagogues and homes, CSS has become our extended family for many of us. Many of our kids grow up feeling like cousins. Also, because we come from so many different places and traditions, we are very open and diverse ecumenically and have created a unique blend of traditions from the many members and visiting rabbis through the years who have influenced us. I love this about CSS. I also love the uniquely Alaskan flavor – there is no pretension, people wear Xtra-tufs or dresses to services, people come to as many or as few events as they want, some come more for the sense of community and some for the religious inspiration.  Also, because there are no other synagogues in the community, CSS is particularly diverse and welcoming. It’s a challenge to be all things to all people, but our community works pretty hard at it. ” ~ R.B.