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What a forgotten synagogue dedication in 1825 Philadelphia can teach us today

Austin Reid Albanese in JTA · 17 Oct 2025

Congregation Mikveh Israel's 1825 consecration in Philadelphia, attended by Jews and civic leaders alike, exemplified a rare moment of interfaith unity and equality for Jews in the public sphere — a stark contrast to Jewish experiences in Europe at that time.

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He grew up Christian. Now he’s sleeping in the synagogue that sparked his conversion.

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 28 Jul 2025

Austin Albanese, who grew up Christian, found himself spiritually drawn to Judaism while uncovering the history of the now-defunct Congregation Bnai Israel in Lancaster, Ohio.

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Inspiring legacies: What two vanished American Jewish communities teach us

eJewishPhilanthropy · 3 Feb 2025

Exploring the stories of two disappeared Jewish congregations in Ohio—Bnai Israel of Lancaster and Beth Israel of Fremont—this article highlights the significant impact of intentional legacy planning by these communities.

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I research disappearing small-town Jewish communities. I’m finding the best of America.

Austin Reid in JTA · 15 Nov 2024

Through his research into small-town Jewish communities in Ohio and New York, Austin Reid unveils the vital cultural and historical contributions these communities have made to American society.