Or Chadasch, Jewish liberal congregation in Leopoldstadt, Austria.
Or Chadasch is a Jewish congregation in Vienna's Leopoldstadt district, housed within a renovated former printing facility on Robertgasse. The space hosts regular worship services and serves as a community center where members gather for religious life and social activities.
The congregation was founded in 1990 when Rabbi Henry G. Brandt led its first public service with an egalitarian approach. This marked a new beginning for Jewish community life in Vienna after difficult periods in the city's past.
This community serves as a gathering place where Jewish families come together regularly for connection and shared practice. You'll find people here celebrating holidays, joining in meals, and participating in discussions that reflect their faith and traditions.
To attend Shabbat services, you'll need to email ahead for registration and bring an identification document for security procedures at the entrance. It's best to register by Friday morning so everything is ready for the weekend gathering.
The congregation shares its Shabbat prayers online through a YouTube channel, allowing people around the world to participate in these moments. This opens up the religious practice to those who cannot physically visit the center.
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