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PIONEERING THE FUTURE OF ​JEWISH COMMUNITY
ABOUT MAKOM NY
INCLUSIVEWe embrace and nurture each individual in their evolving relationship with Judaism and development of Jewish identity. |
PROGRESSIVEWe offer new and creative pathways to fulfill the diverse and emerging desires of today's Jewish community. |
MINDFULWe create intentional and spiritually enriching experiences to foster flourishing and fulfillment. |
UPCOMING AT MAKOM NY
AT-A-GLANCE CALENDAR
OCTOBER, 2026
ZAMERU with LINOR - SINGING FOR THE SAKE OF SINGING:
TUESDAYS, October 13, 20 at 7:00pm - Bethpage Worship Center
CLICK HERE to RSVP to Linor!
MUSICAL KABBALAT SHABBAT:
Friday, October 23 at 7:30pm at Bethpage Worship Center.
Join Rabbi Bravo and Cantorial Soloist Linor Ein Gedy;
Celebrate October B'nai Mitzvah, Birthdays and Anniversaries!
All are welcome - special Oneg Shabbat to follow.
ISRAEL CLASS 3.0 with RABBI BRAVO
Sunday, October 25 at 11:00am in Woodbury.
The Israel Class is returning - ask all your questions
and try to understand the upcoming Israeli elections.
Limited Space, so RSVP HERE.
TEENS MITZVAH BAKING AT THE BRAVO HOME
Tuesday, October 27 at 6:45pm in Woodbury.
All 8th-12th graders are welcome!
Email BARRIE HERE to RSVP!
SHABBAT DINNER AT THE BRAVO HOME:
Friday, October 30 at 7:00pm in Woodbury.
Join Rabbi Bravo, Linor and the Makom community for a festive Shabbat Dinner.
Limited Space, so RSVP HERE.
NOVEMBER, 2026
VIRTUAL HEALING SERVICE: MONDAY, November 2 at 8:00pm
Click HERE for Zoom Link; Email Names HERE.
OPEN ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING: Tuesday, November 3 at 7:00pm
in Bethpage Worship Center Classroom.
Join our Advisory Council Members for important conversations. RSVP HERE.
AT-A-GLANCE CALENDAR
OCTOBER, 2026
ZAMERU with LINOR - SINGING FOR THE SAKE OF SINGING:
TUESDAYS, October 13, 20 at 7:00pm - Bethpage Worship Center
CLICK HERE to RSVP to Linor!
MUSICAL KABBALAT SHABBAT:
Friday, October 23 at 7:30pm at Bethpage Worship Center.
Join Rabbi Bravo and Cantorial Soloist Linor Ein Gedy;
Celebrate October B'nai Mitzvah, Birthdays and Anniversaries!
All are welcome - special Oneg Shabbat to follow.
ISRAEL CLASS 3.0 with RABBI BRAVO
Sunday, October 25 at 11:00am in Woodbury.
The Israel Class is returning - ask all your questions
and try to understand the upcoming Israeli elections.
Limited Space, so RSVP HERE.
TEENS MITZVAH BAKING AT THE BRAVO HOME
Tuesday, October 27 at 6:45pm in Woodbury.
All 8th-12th graders are welcome!
Email BARRIE HERE to RSVP!
SHABBAT DINNER AT THE BRAVO HOME:
Friday, October 30 at 7:00pm in Woodbury.
Join Rabbi Bravo, Linor and the Makom community for a festive Shabbat Dinner.
Limited Space, so RSVP HERE.
NOVEMBER, 2026
VIRTUAL HEALING SERVICE: MONDAY, November 2 at 8:00pm
Click HERE for Zoom Link; Email Names HERE.
OPEN ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING: Tuesday, November 3 at 7:00pm
in Bethpage Worship Center Classroom.
Join our Advisory Council Members for important conversations. RSVP HERE.
OUR VISION
LECH L'CHABRIGHT FUTURELead a new generation forward to a bright, promising Jewish FUTURE with an agile, joyous and innovative community model.
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CHAIMJEWISH LIFEInfuse and enhance personal and community connections with Jewish LIFE, culture and living, and inform our lives for years to come.
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TIKKUNRENEWALInspire RENEWAL of heart, and mind, fostering paths for spiritual expression through Jewish experiences 'without borders'.
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TZEDEKJUSTICEEmpower community to raise a shared voice for JUSTICE in the world whether through service, prayer, or practice.
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COMMUNITY LIFE
SHABBATSERVE |
HOLIDAYSENGAGE |
LEARNLIFE CYCLE
Bar and Bat Mitzvah Experience Weddings, Engagement Blessings, Baby Namings and Celebrations of Birth Healing Prayers + Support Funerals, Shiva, Unveilings + Remembrance |
OUR RABBI
RABBI DEBORAH BRAVO
"On my journey, I have made connections with thousands of people, and each has made me a better Rabbi, and more importantly a better person. My fervent hope and vision for the future is for MakomNY to forever grow and evolve as a community that attracts engagement in Jewish life, and embraces each person who may not otherwise feel part of a Jewish community. We are here to meet people where they are on their individual journey with Judaism. We do so by helping each person to flourish, and by making Judaism the vehicle for flourishing. I cherish serving the community, and find great joy in building relationships each day within our community - with children, teens and adults. I love that so many have found a place, a Makom, here. I hope you will get to know us." Deborah Bravo
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OUR MODEL
"Our ROOTS are our history, deeply planted in tradition.
Like a tree, the roots are bare, showing what we have in common.
We share the same past; we remain strong because our roots are strong."
Like a tree, the roots are bare, showing what we have in common.
We share the same past; we remain strong because our roots are strong."
MakomNY Brings a Refreshing New Model to Jewish Community.
We are an inclusive, welcoming 'place',offering meaningful experiences, relevant to the world today, respectful of all backgrounds and traditions. Rabbi Bravo and the MakomNY leadership team are committed to offering the highest quality programming, opportunities for deep learning, spiritual connection, beautiful worship, and engagement for all ages, as well as social justice, cultural, travel and social experiences. Our MODEL creates a community without borders where you can put down ROOTS and find a sense of belonging, whether you come from a traditional or liberal background.
We are an inclusive, welcoming 'place',offering meaningful experiences, relevant to the world today, respectful of all backgrounds and traditions. Rabbi Bravo and the MakomNY leadership team are committed to offering the highest quality programming, opportunities for deep learning, spiritual connection, beautiful worship, and engagement for all ages, as well as social justice, cultural, travel and social experiences. Our MODEL creates a community without borders where you can put down ROOTS and find a sense of belonging, whether you come from a traditional or liberal background.
"We are here to ensure a strong Jewish world for today and for generations to come.
We are here to enable each person to flourish and grow as an individual,
with Judaism as the vehicle for that flourishing." Rabbi Bravo
We are here to enable each person to flourish and grow as an individual,
with Judaism as the vehicle for that flourishing." Rabbi Bravo
How Our Model Works
Through our model we bring the Long Island community new and inspiring ways to experience Judaism, with NO mandatory membership dues OR building fund. You will find Educational Programs (children + teens), Bar + Bat Mitzvah Experiences, High Holy Days, Passover Seders + Holiday Meals, Adult Learning Opportunities, Lifecycle Events, etc.
Through our model we bring the Long Island community new and inspiring ways to experience Judaism, with NO mandatory membership dues OR building fund. You will find Educational Programs (children + teens), Bar + Bat Mitzvah Experiences, High Holy Days, Passover Seders + Holiday Meals, Adult Learning Opportunities, Lifecycle Events, etc.
"We exist today and can only thrive, and deliver high-level programming with your ongoing voluntary contributions. How wonderful it is, and what pride you should take knowing you are giving towards the future, and building a promising Jewish foundation for today and for generations to come." Rabbi Bravo
Planting Roots and Branching Out: The 'Shorashim Donation Program'
We created our Shorashim Donation Program, literally meaning 'Putting Down Roots', as a way for individuals, couples and families to simply make easy automatic monthly donations to the community (or annual if preferred). We welcome your participation and engagement in MakomNY,
and hope you will call on us to share in your lives.
We created our Shorashim Donation Program, literally meaning 'Putting Down Roots', as a way for individuals, couples and families to simply make easy automatic monthly donations to the community (or annual if preferred). We welcome your participation and engagement in MakomNY,
and hope you will call on us to share in your lives.
Those who engage in the Shorashim Donation Program may attend all MakomNY programs and activities at no additional per program donation, including High Holy Day Services, as well as family, social, cultural and learning events.
*only exceptions are catered dinners, Seders, mitzvah projects, day trips, etc.
*only exceptions are catered dinners, Seders, mitzvah projects, day trips, etc.
"As my ancestors planted for me, so too I plant for my children and my children's children." ~ Talmud Taanit 23a
BE PART OF OUR JEWISH FUTURE
DONATE IN MEMORY OR IN HONOR OF A LOVED ONE, DEDICATE A GIFT TO MAKOMNY, MAKE A CONTRIBUTION
DONATE IN MEMORY OR IN HONOR OF A LOVED ONE, DEDICATE A GIFT TO MAKOMNY, MAKE A CONTRIBUTION
