~ Gemilas Chesed Congregation ~
Established 1886 as Gemilas Chesed Anshe Ungarn



~ Gemilas Chesed Synagogue ~

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The First Gemilas Chesed Synagogue
Third Ward, McKeesport

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The First Gemilas Chesed Synagogue
Third Ward, McKeesport

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Demolished c. 1963




In 1963, the Gemilas Chesed congregation moved from the Third Ward of McKeesport to its current location in nearby White Oak, Pa., bringing with them the Aron, Bimah and pews from the old synagogue building, in use today in the downstairs sanctuary.

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The Second Gemilas Chesed Synagogue view I
White Oak, PA.

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The Second Gemilas Chesed Synagogue view III
White Oak, PA.

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Sanctuary, downstairs

This sanctuary, downstairs, was created with the religious artifacts moved here from the first Gemilas Chesed synagogue, in 1963.
The Second Gemilas Chesed Synagogue view II
White Oak, PA.

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Main sanctuary, upstairs





~ Gemilas Chesed Rabbis ~

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Rabbi Irvin I. CHINN
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Served as rabbi for over 50 years

For over 50 years, this congregation was led by our beloved Rabbi Irvin I. CHINN, zt'l, and his rebbetzin, Denah—may they both rest in peace. Their kindness and friendliness was extended to everyone and their example set the tone for the Gemilas Chesed Congregation as well as the McKeesport Jewish community at large.



~ Gemilas Chesed Presidents ~

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~ Gemilas Chesed Sisterhood Presidents ~

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~ Gemilas Chesed Religious School ~

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