Founded in 1847, Keneseth Israel is a reform congregation that serves the Jewish community in Pennsylvania. It operates Confirmation Academy, which provides educational programs for students in grades 7 through 10. The congregation has a music arts committee that administers a variety of programs for members and the local community through venues, local musicians and national artists. Keneseth Israel maintains Richard E. Rudolph Jr. Preschool, which offers art, water and sand play, literature, expressive writing, science and drama programs, as well as conducts trips and discussions for children. In addition, Keneseth Israel operates library, outreach, religious school, membership and social action committees.