About us

Originating in 1990, the West Side Sephardic Synagogue (WSSS) WAS established for the purpose of maintaining and conducting a Sephardic synagogue in the Upper West Side, with respect to the Maghrebi traditions and prayers. Over the last two decades, the WSSS has morphed into a full-service location not only offering regular services (Shabbat, holidays…) but also various classes, events and programs for youths & adults.

The West Side Sephardic Synagogue affirms its dedication to the following principles:

• Instilling a true and devoted reverence for orthodox Judaism
• Fostering Jewish knowledge and learning
• Promoting the welfare of the members of the congregation
• Assisting the Jewish community of the UWS in every way possible
• Participating in activities which benefit the Jewish people as a whole
• Conducting its services and functions in a manner designed to inspire love and respect for the Maghrebi Jewish tradition

These aims shall not be changed as they form the basis on which the WSSS was founded and will continue to exist.

We invite you all to join us in our journey of promoting the Maghrebi Jewish tradition!

Please feel free to approach them with ideas or comments.

Rabbi - Daniel Sherman
Chazzan - Sacha Ouazana

Director of Operations - Anais Mizrahi

Jews from all over the world visit New York for a wide variety of reasons. Whether visiting family, coming to town for a conference, or just seeing the sites, West Side Sephardic Synagogue welcomes you.